Manchester Airport Celebrates Lunar New Year Amid Surge in Beijing Travel

Nearly 33,000 passengers flew between Manchester and Beijing from July to December 2023, a 104% increase on the first half of the year More than 117,000 passengers also travelled between Manchester and Hong Kong last year Representatives from the airport to take part in city centre street parade to mark the start of the Year… Read the full press release

AirAsia’s Lunar New Year Flight Achieves 100% Passenger Load, Promoting Affordable Travel Amid Festive Season

(IN SHORT) AirAsia marks the Lunar New Year by operating a special late-night flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sibu with a 100% passenger load, offering fixed fares to facilitate affordable travel during the festive season. The send-off ceremony, attended by Malaysia’s Minister of Transport Anthony Loke and AirAsia’s Deputy Group CEO Captain Chester Voo, underscores… Read the full press release

PATA Travel Mart 2024: Uniting Asia Pacific’s Tourism Industry in Bangkok

(IN SHORT) The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is gearing up to host the 47th edition of PATA Travel Mart (PTM) at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) in Bangkok, Thailand, from August 27-29. With Thailand serving as the backdrop for this significant event, PATA Chair Peter Semone highlights the enduring partnership between PATA… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Prague Welcomes Culinary Maestro Helmut Roessler for Unforgettable Valentine’s Day Celebrations

(IN SHORT) Helmut Roessler, a seasoned expert in the culinary world, joins Four Seasons Hotel Prague to infuse Valentine’s Day celebrations with his global expertise and passion for creating unforgettable dining experiences. Roessler emphasizes the importance of culinary experiences in evoking emotions and fostering quality time between guests, aiming to craft moments where diners can… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Wins Dual Honors at 2024 International Brilliance Awards for HR Excellence

The airline’s Employee Experience team receives two International Brilliance Awards: ‘Brilliance Award for Employee Engagement’ and ‘Gold Award for Use of Technology in Internal Communications’ (IN SHORT) Qatar Airways has clinched two prestigious Human Resources (HR) accolades, the “Brilliance Award for Employee Engagement” and the “Gold Award for Use of Technology in Internal Communications,” at the… Read the full press release

Aer Lingus Surprises Dedicated Irish Rugby Fan with Trip to Marseille for 2024 Six Nations Tournament

(IN SHORT) Aer Lingus, the Official Airline partner of the IRFU, kicked off the 2024 Guinness Six Nations Tournament by creating heartwarming content featuring Mandy Watts, a third-generation Aviva Stadium IRFU hospitality worker and devoted Irish rugby fan. The video showcases Mandy’s lifelong dedication to Irish Rugby, working at Aviva Stadium since her youth, with… Read the full press release

Bristol Airport to Host Jobs Fair, Offering Over 100 Vacancies for Summer Season

(IN SHORT) Bristol Airport is organizing its first Jobs Fair of 2024, featuring over 100 vacancies as the airport gears up for a busy summer season. The fair, scheduled for February 20th, will include a range of permanent and seasonal roles in customer service, hospitality, retail, airline handling, and security. Over 50 employers based at… Read the full press release

British Airways Celebrates Lunar New Year with Festive Flights and Ground Surprises

Customers in all cabins can enjoy festive menus on flights to Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong and Singapore this Lunar New Year Colleagues will gift traditional treats in symbolic red envelopes to customers travelling through London Heathrow Terminal 5, with some lucky customers enjoying a surprise upgrade (IN SHORT) British Airways is welcoming the Year of… Read the full press release

KrisFlyer Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Exciting Mile Promotions and Discounts

(IN SHORT) KrisFlyer, the lifestyle rewards program by the Singapore Airlines Group, is marking its 25th anniversary and the achievement of crossing eight million members in January 2024 with a series of promotions. From February 1 to 10, members can earn 50% more miles for SIA flights booked for travel between July and November 2024,… Read the full press release

Japan Fair Trade Commission Approves Korean Air’s Merger with Asiana Airlines

(IN SHORT) The Japan Fair Trade Commission (JFTC) has granted approval for the business combination of Korean Air and Asiana Airlines, marking a significant step in their merger process. This approval follows engagements and discussions to address competition concerns raised by the JFTC, including divesting slots on certain routes and addressing competition in the cargo… Read the full press release

AirAsia MOVE Launches MOVETIX, a Revolutionary Ticketing Platform for Global Events and Activities

(IN SHORT) AirAsia MOVE, Asia’s premier travel booking app, has partnered with Coras, a leading global ticket distribution platform, to introduce MOVETIX, an innovative ticketing platform available within the AirAsia MOVE app. MOVETIX offers access to over 10,000 global events and activities, seamlessly integrated with flights, hotels, and rides, all in one convenient application. The… Read the full press release

UNWTO Workshop in Victoria Falls Promotes African Tourism Through Media and Communication

(IN SHORT) The UNWTO, in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism and Hospitality Industry of Zimbabwe and the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA), organized the first Communication, Media, and Tourism Training Workshop in Victoria Falls from November 13 to 15, 2023. The event brought together tourism professionals, journalists, media, and communication specialists from 20 African countries…. Read the full press release

Eastside Awards Celebrates Community Excellence with Record-Breaking Success

(IN SHORT) The Eastside Awards, in partnership with George Best Belfast City Airport, celebrated its most successful year yet, with nearly 14,000 public votes cast across seven categories to recognize outstanding achievements in East Belfast. The awards ceremony, held at Hastings Stormont Hotel, honored individuals and organizations making significant contributions to the community. Notable winners… Read the full press release

Chicago Department of Aviation and City Colleges Host Aviation Job Fair to Connect Jobseekers with Career Opportunities in the Industry

The Jan. 31 event will connect jobseekers with aviation professionals and industry-leading companies (IN SHORT) The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) and City Colleges of Chicago are partnering to host an Aviation Job Fair on Wednesday, Jan. 31, at Olive-Harvey College. The fair, open to individuals of all backgrounds and experience levels, aims to connect… Read the full press release

UAE Schools Soar to Success at Emirates Aviation University’s Water Rocket Competition in Partnership with Boeing

(IN SHORT) Emirates Aviation University’s seventh Water Rocket Competition, held in collaboration with Boeing, saw 202 students from 24 UAE schools in grades 11 and 12 participate. The challenge involved building water rockets powered solely by water and air pressure and launching them at a 45-degree angle. Students showcased their creativity by designing nose cones… Read the full press release

London Luton Airport’s Travel Trends Report Highlights Adventurous Holiday Habits for 2024

‘Swiftie Stays, ‘Destination Dupes’, and ‘Sistermoons’ are amongst the top travel trends to look out for this year as confidence returns to the travel market Travellers are willing to follow their favourite artist on tour (45%), use holiday time to volunteer abroad (39%) and use AI to book their travel itinerary (27%), new research by… Read the full press release

Finnish Employee Unions’ Political Strike Forces Finnair to Cancel Hundreds of Flights

(IN SHORT) Employee unions in Finland have announced a political strike against the Finnish Government scheduled for February 1-2, 2024, leading to significant disruptions in Helsinki Airport’s operations and Finnair’s flight schedules. Finnair anticipates canceling approximately 550 flights during this period, affecting the majority of its daily operations. The airline aims to operate only a… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines Offers Additional Flights for Big Game Weekend in Las Vegas

Las Vegas’ largest airline adds more flights and itineraries from Kansas City and San Francisco for fans to travel to the biggest football game of the year! (IN SHORT) Southwest Airlines is gearing up for the Big Game weekend in Las Vegas by providing extra flights for football enthusiasts from Kansas City and San Francisco…. Read the full press release

Heathrow Airport Teams Up with British Fashion Council for Exclusive Designer Tote Bag Collection

A collection of exclusive designer bags launches at Heathrow ahead of London Fashion Week The line has been created to mark 30 years of the British Fashion Council NEWGEN initiative To launch the range, Heathrow is offering passengers the chance to win backstage access to London Fashion Week and an overnight stay at Treehouse London… Read the full press release

Ugandan Children’s Choir Delights Passengers at Manchester Airport During UK and Ireland Tour

The New Life Choir from Uganda is touring the UK and Ireland on behalf of the charity Abaana, which is raising funds to support Ugandan children in escaping poverty The group of 20 primary school children performed for passengers while they waited for a connecting flight at Manchester Airport and were treated to breakfast and… Read the full press release

Royal Caribbean Partners with Inter Miami CF as Official Jersey Sponsor for 2024 Season

The World’s Largest Cruise Line Debuts as the Club’s Front-of-Jersey Partner in the Upcoming 2024 Campaign (IN SHORT) Royal Caribbean International has become the Official Jersey Partner of Inter Miami CF, one of the Major League Soccer (MLS) teams. Starting from the 2024 season, Royal Caribbean’s logo will feature prominently on Inter Miami’s jerseys. The partnership… Read the full press release

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk’s 43rd Annual Clam Chowder Cook-Off Invites Chefs to Compete

(IN SHORT) The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is calling on both professional and amateur chefs to participate in the 43rd annual Santa Cruz Clam Chowder Cook-Off, a popular fundraiser for the City of Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation Department. The event spans two days, with amateur chefs competing on February 24, and professional chefs on… Read the full press release

Brussels Meeting Unites Aircraft Manufacturers to Advance Electric, Hybrid, and Hydrogen Air Transport

(IN SHORT) Aircraft manufacturers, both new technology startups and established OEMs, convened in Brussels for a significant Industry Affairs and Environment and Social Group meeting organized by ERA (European Regions Airline Association). The meeting aimed to foster collaboration and accelerate the adoption of electric, hybrid electric, and hydrogen aircraft in regional air transport. Participants included… Read the full press release

ITB BookAwards 2024 Recognizes Outstanding Travel and Tourism Publications

(IN SHORT) The ITB BookAwards 2024, held in conjunction with ITB Berlin from March 5 to 7, 2024, celebrated excellence in travel and tourism publications. Notable awards include the Lifetime Award presented to French author Sylvain Tesson, while two publisher awards were bestowed upon Verlag Coppenrath and oekom publisher Jacob Radloff. Additionally, special honors went… Read the full press release

Celebrate Lunar New Year with airasia Superapp’s Prosperous Deals and Prizes

(IN SHORT) airasia Superapp is ushering in the Lunar New Year with a grand sale, offering exciting deals on flights, hotels, car rides, and more from January 22 to February 4, 2024. Users can enjoy three times (3x) airasia points on every transaction and have a chance to win a grand prize of HUAWEI Mate50…. Read the full press release

Handwritten Collection by Accor Marks First Anniversary with Rapid Growth

AMID A GLOBAL BOOM IN BOUTIQUE HOTELS, HANDWRITTEN COLLECTION AIMS TO OPEN AROUND 25 NEW PROPERTIES IN 2024 AND BEYOND (IN SHORT) Handwritten Collection, a midscale collection brand under Accor, is celebrating its first anniversary in January 2024, having opened 12 unique and characterful hotels in just 12 months. The brand’s concept revolves around bringing… Read the full press release

Marriott Bonvoy and SpringHill Suites by Marriott Announce Exclusive Partnership with U.S. Soccer to Elevate Fan Experiences

Exclusive four-year partnership will enhance fan experiences, unlock new benefits, and celebrate the unifying power of travel across communities (IN SHORT) Marriott Bonvoy and SpringHill Suites by Marriott have entered a multiyear agreement with the U.S. Soccer Federation, securing exclusivity in the hotel lodging, accommodations, and hotel loyalty category. This strategic partnership aims to enhance… Read the full press release

Emirates Aviation University Celebrates 33rd Graduation Ceremony with Diverse Cohort of Future Aviation Professionals

(IN SHORT) Emirates Aviation University (EAU) recently held its 33rd graduation ceremony, where 302 students from diverse backgrounds and nationalities were awarded degrees in various aviation disciplines. The ceremony was attended by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, who conferred the graduates with their… Read the full press release

FITUR 2024: UNWTO Highlights Tourism Investment, Sustainability, and Collaboration

(IN SHORT) The FITUR International Tourism Trade Fair, with Ecuador as the official partner country, is set to be a platform for tourism innovation and collaboration from January 23 to 26, 2024. The UNWTO will focus on fostering investment opportunities, strengthening international partnerships, and addressing sustainable development and climate action. Key highlights include investment forums,… Read the full press release

Emirates Launches Global Cabin Crew Recruitment Drive for 5,000 New Members in 2024

New joiners will boost existing cabin crew numbers by 25%  Airline invites graduates and young professionals worldwide to apply (IN SHORT) Emirates is embarking on a worldwide cabin crew recruitment initiative to hire 5,000 new team members as part of its commitment to providing an exceptional in-flight experience. This recruitment drive is targeted towards fresh… Read the full press release