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Lufthansa Group introduces Apple AirTag Integration

Arnold Pinto 06/02/2025 0

For enhanced baggage tracking Lufthansa Group airlines, including Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, and Eurowings, have launched a new service to improve passenger baggage tracking. Effective immediately, customers flying with these airlines can now securely and privately

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Emirates’ refurbished lounge opens at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport

News Desk 2 03/02/2025 0

Able to accommodate 250 passengers Emirates has opened its newly relocated and refurbished lounge in the Satellite 1 Terminal (SAT-1) at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport. The $5 million refurbishment has transformed the lounge into a facility that sets a new benchmark for premium travel, providing Emirates passengers with an enhanced ground experience. Spanning 1,454

Aviation Travel

Global air passenger demand reaches record high in 2024

Arnold Pinto 31/01/2025 0

December ended on a high note The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has revealed that global air passenger demand in 2024 reached unprecedented levels, marking a significant milestone for the aviation industry. According to IATA’s latest full-year and December 2024 passenger market performance report, air traffic grew by 10.4% compared to 2023, surpassing

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Global tourism surpasses pre-pandemic levels in 2024

Arnold Pinto 28/01/2025 0

Arrivals soar to 1.4 billion International tourism achieved a major milestone in 2024, with global arrivals soaring to 1.4 billion, marking a near-complete recovery from the devastating impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic. The surge in traveller numbers represents a 99% return to pre-pandemic levels, with an 11% increase over 2023, equating to 140 million more […]

Aviation Travel

Free messaging on all Lufthansa long-haul flights

News Desk 2 27/01/2025 0

From summer 2025 Lufthansa has announced that starting in the summer of 2025, passengers on all its long-haul flights can send and receive unlimited complimentary messages, including photos, during their journeys. The new messaging service, available on flights to destinations such as the USA, Brazil, and Japan, significantly enhances the customer experience on

Aviation Travel

Emirates set to relaunch daily flights to Beirut and Baghdad

News Desk 2 24/01/2025 0

From February 1, 2025 Emirates has announced that it will resume daily flights to Beirut, Lebanon, and Baghdad, Iraq, starting February 1, 2025. The airline’s return to both destinations is part of its ongoing expansion of services across the Middle East. Emirates will initially operate its daily flights to Beirut’s Rafic Al Hariri International Airport […]

Aviation Travel

Lufthansa to operate Munich-Denver flights with Airbus A380

Arnold Pinto 24/01/2025 0

From April 2025 onwards Lufthansa will begin flying from Munich to Denver next summer with the world’s largest passenger aircraft, the Airbus A380. This marks the first-ever A380 service to the US city, with the inaugural flight scheduled for April 30, 2025. Denver, located at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, will become the sixth […]

Markets Travel

UN Tourism and CAF to promote regional tourism in the Americas

News Desk 2 23/01/2025 0

MoU signed in Madrid The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has entered into a new collaboration with the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF). The partnership promotes Latin America’s rich tourism potential while fostering sustainable development. UNWTO Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili and CAF Executive President Sergio

Aviation Travel

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport was the world’s busiest airport in 2024

Arnold Pinto 19/01/2025 0

With 62.7 million seats The latest 2024 data on the busiest airports worldwide represents the aviation industry’s resilience. As global recovery from the pandemic accelerates, air travel continues to grow significantly. The data, compiled by OAG using Global Airline Schedules, offers a comprehensive look at the most frequented airports in 2024, compared to previous

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Changes to European and UK border policies mark new year

Arnold Pinto 13/01/2025 0

New travel requirements now in force Since the beginning of 2025, Europe’s rules of movement have seen significant border changes as both the Schengen Area and UK travel regulations evolve. On January 1, 2025, Bulgaria and Romania became full members of the Schengen Area, completing a 13-year wait for inclusion. Meanwhile, on January 8, 2025, […]

Food & Beverage Travel

American Airlines supports passengers’ New Year’s resolutions

News Desk 2 10/01/2025 0

With health-focused dining and adventure travel American Airlines is stepping up to help passengers stay on track with their 2025 New Year’s resolutions by offering a wide range of healthy dining options and new travel routes designed for fitness enthusiasts. Whether you are committed to a fitness regime, eating healthier, or exploring the great outdoors, […]

Food Travel

Cathay Pacific partners with Michelin-starred restaurant in Hong Kong

News Desk 2 08/01/2025 0

For a taste of home in the skies Cathay Pacific is partnering with Eaton HK’s Michelin-starred Cantonese restaurant, Yat Tung Heen, to enhance its inflight dining experience for Premium Economy and Economy class passengers. The collaboration brings a selection of authentic Cantonese dishes from the heart of Hong Kong to the skies, giving travellers a […]

Bahrain Kuwait Travel

Emirates A350 to fly to Kuwait and Bahrain from January 8 onwards

News Desk 2 06/01/2025 0

With daily flights schedule Dubai-based Emirates is advancing the deployment of its Airbus A350 aircraft from Dubai to Kuwait and Bahrain, with services set to begin on January 8, 2024. These will be the second and third destinations to be served by the airline’s newest aircraft, showcasing the A350’s premium features and cutting-edge design. Emirates […]

Lifestyle Travel

8 ways to book the cheapest airline tickets

News Desk 2 05/01/2025 0

To any global destination Many travellers desire to master the skill of booking a cheap flight. Finding low-cost tickets often feels like a game of chance, but with the right tools and strategies, you can secure deals that significantly reduce travel expenses. Whether planning a spontaneous weekend getaway or a bucket-list international adventure, the following […]

Aviation Travel

Cathay Group surpasses 100,000-passenger milestone

Arnold Pinto 03/01/2025 0

On December 15, 2024 The Cathay Group has achieved a significant milestone by carrying over 100,000 passengers on a single day for the first time since the start of its rebuilding efforts. On December 15, 2024, Cathay Pacific and HK Express, the Group’s two passenger airlines, welcomed 100,856 passengers, surpassing the 100,000-passenger mark on a […]

Aviation Travel

IATA urges overhaul of slot regulations

Arnold Pinto 29/12/2024 0

Amid global airport capacity crisis The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has warned that a growing airport capacity crisis threatens freedom of travel and global economies. The association’s latest report, published in a white paper, calls for urgent changes to airport slot regulations to incentivise airports to maximise capacity from existing infrastructure.

Travel

About 1 million UK residents are yet to secure their eVisa

News Desk 2 27/12/2024 0

As December 31, 2024 deadline nears As the deadline for UK eVisa applications approaches, approximately one million people in the UK have yet to secure their digital visas, which are essential for proving their right to live and work there. With less than a week left until the December 31, 2024, cut-off, concerns are mounting […]

Aviation Travel

American Airlines to fly between San Antonio and Washington D.C.

Arnold Pinto 24/12/2024 0

From March 2025 onwards American Airlines will enhance travel convenience by introducing a new nonstop flight route between San Antonio, Texas (SAT), and Washington, D.C. (DCA). This week, the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) formally approved the airline’s application, making American Airlines the only carrier to operate direct flights between these

Lifestyle Travel

Emirates opens Karachi experiential travel store

News Desk 2 22/12/2024 0

Including self-service kiosks Dubai-based Emirates Airlines has launched its first-ever experiential travel store in Karachi, Pakistan, marking a significant milestone as its first such concept in West Asia. Situated in the Sky Tower within Karachi Towers on Abdul Sattar Edhi Avenue, Clifton, the 183-square-metre store offers an innovative blend of technology-driven

Aviation Travel

Heathrow Airport unveils £2.3bn investment plan

Arnold Pinto 21/12/2024 0

In boost to the UK economy Heathrow Airport – the most connected airport in the world – has unveiled a significant £2.3 billion investment plan to upgrade the UK’s only hub airport over the next two years. This marks the most significant private sector capital investment in UK transport infrastructure, representing a £244 million increase […]