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EVA Air Leads the Way With Launch of Fourth-Generation Premium Economy Class Seats

EVA Air Leads the Way With Launch of Fourth-Generation Premium Economy Class Seats

19 February 2025 Press Release Airline News

EVA Air, Taiwan’s leading independent airline, unveiled its fourth-generation Premium Economy Class seats with an industry-leading seat pitch of 42 inches. It was presented today during the “Focus on Evolution: Taking Off with Heart” launch event at Evergreen Aviation Technologies Corporation’s No. 4 Hangar. Presided over by EVA Air President Clay Sun, the event showcased the airline’s latest seat design.

First speakers announced for Future Hospitality Summit Saudi Arabia

First speakers announced for Future Hospitality Summit Saudi Arabia

The 2025 edition of the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Saudi Arabia, which is set to take place at Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh from 11-13 May 2025, has confirmed the first speakers for the region’s leading hospitality investment platform. Organised by The Bench, FHS Saudi Arabia brings together hospitality leaders and decision-makers to discuss hotel performance and development, the outlook for hospitality investment in Saudi Arabia and the key market trends driving the sector, aiming for actionable outcomes that will transform the industry, which continues to witness unprecedented growth.

Over 100 tourism leaders confirm support for Gloria Guevara as next Secretary-General of UN Tourism

Over 100 tourism leaders confirm support for Gloria Guevara as next Secretary-General of UN Tourism

19 February 2025 Press Release Tourism News Organisations & Operators

Gloria Guevara, a globally-recognized leader in travel and tourism, has secured critical support from over 100 global tourism leaders who are backing her dynamic candidacy for the position of Secretary-General of UN Tourism. Her campaign is aimed at creating “a new era for tourism’ and focused on empowering local communities.

ETIHAD AIRWAYS UNVEILS BOLD NEW DIGITAL EXPERIENCE

ETIHAD AIRWAYS UNVEILS BOLD NEW DIGITAL EXPERIENCE

18 February 2025 Press Release Airline News Travel Technology News

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, announces the roll out of its new and elevated digital experience across etihad.com and the mobile app. The new digital experience offers a modern and inviting platform to book travel and gain inspiration for upcoming journeys. The website navigation is re-engineered as a standout left-side menu allowing users to move seamlessly and efficiently through the site; while the bold colour of ‘midnight dune’ from Etihad’s newly integrated colour palette, gives an enticing first impression.

FAIRMONT THE PALM SHOWCASES CULINARY EXCELLENCE AT GULFOOD 2025

FAIRMONT THE PALM SHOWCASES CULINARY EXCELLENCE AT GULFOOD 2025

Fairmont The Palm is set to tantalize taste buds at Gulfood 2025, the world’s largest annual food and beverage trade exhibition. As a leading luxury destination in Dubai, Fairmont The Palm will showcase two of its signature restaurants - Seagrill Bistro and BA! Boldly Asian, offering specially curated tasting menus that celebrate bold flavors, premium ingredients, and culinary craftsmanship.

Travellers in United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia are set to take more holidays in 2025

Travellers in United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia are set to take more holidays in 2025

18 February 2025 Press Release Hotel News Tourism News Organisations & Operators

The travel market is set to grow in 2025, according to a new industry report. Marriott Bonvoy’s 2025 Ticket to Travel research was conducted amongst 21,374 adults in ten markets across Europe, Africa and the Middle East (EMEA). It looked at more than 4,700 travellers in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) specifically - and found that 84% in each market will do more or the same amoun

Travel trade must embrace crypto payment options

Travel trade must embrace crypto payment options

18 February 2025 Press Release Travel Technology News

Custom Travel Solutions (CTS), the software-as-a-service private-label platform for closed-user groups such as membership organizations and loyalty programs to sell travel, is ahead of the curve in recognizing the growing demand for cryptocurrency payments in the travel sector.

Korean Air to launch flights to Kobe, Japan

Korean Air to launch flights to Kobe, Japan

18 February 2025 Press Release Airline News

Korean Air will commence twice-daily flights between Seoul Incheon and Kobe from April 18, becoming the first Korean flag carrier to operate this route. The morning flight will depart from Seoul Incheon at 8:25 am, arriving at Kobe at 10:00 am, with the return flight departing from Kobe at 11:00 am and arriving at Seoul Incheon at 1:00 pm. The afternoon service will depart from Seoul Incheon at 3:50 pm, reaching Kobe at 5:30 pm, while the return flight will leave Kobe at 6:30 pm and arrive at Seoul Incheon at 8:40 pm. The flight time is approximately two hours.

RYANAIR CALLS FOR NATS CEO TO RESIGN

RYANAIR CALLS FOR NATS CEO TO RESIGN

18 February 2025 Press Release Airline News

Ryanair, UK’s No.1 airline, recently called for NATS CEO, Martin Rolfe, to step aside as thousands of passengers travelling to/from London Stansted Airport on Saturday (15 Feb) suffered unnecessary delays of up to 2hrs due to NATS ATC staff shortages.