(IN SHORT) In 2023, the Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort on Vancouver Island claimed the top spot as Canada’s favorite spa, according to the annual Top 50 Canada Spas awards by Spas of America. The awards highlighted spa and wellness destinations across Canada, with Ontario leading the list with 19 entries, followed by… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) The oneworld® Alliance has introduced its inaugural fully branded dedicated airport lounge in Seoul, located in Terminal 1 of Incheon International Airport. This marks a significant milestone as oneworld celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2024. Collaborating with Swissport and ASPIRE Airport Lounges, the spacious oneworld lounge spans 555 square meters and can accommodate… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Ryanair, Europe’s leading airline, has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Enilive, a subsidiary of Eni, for the long-term supply of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at select Ryanair airports in Italy. This collaboration is a significant step toward Ryanair’s decarbonization strategy, aiming to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2050. The agreement allows… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) AirAsia X (AAX) has announced the resumption of its service between Kuala Lumpur and Xi’An, China, starting from April 4, 2024. This move reestablishes the connection between Malaysia and Xi’An, a city rich in Chinese heritage and history. AAX’s commitment to expanding its presence in China is reflected in this resumption, making it… Read the full press release
(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
(IN SHORT) Despite approximately 90% of Americans having a regional airport nearby, the United States, Europe, and the UK are witnessing a decline in air traffic from regional airports. In contrast, the United States Travel Association anticipates a surge in domestic leisure travel in 2024. The key challenge faced by regional airports is adapting to… Read the full press release
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
Luxury & Lifestyle brands are key drivers of Accor’s future growth, representing the largest share of project value in the Group’s development pipeline (IN SHORT) Accor is poised to meet the growing demand for luxury and culturally relevant travel experiences, aiming to open 100 new luxury and lifestyle hotels over the next two years. With… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Bristol Airport has commenced a two-stage tendering process to select a Managed Service Provider for IT Support Services. The chosen supplier will be responsible for offering a range of support services, including helpdesk support, infrastructure support (both remote and onsite), 24/7 security and network monitoring, penetration testing, phishing services, cyber assurance services, and… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) oneworld, the global airline alliance, introduced its inaugural branded lounge at Incheon Airport in Seoul in December 2023, marking its entry into the airport lounge sector. The 555m² lounge, a collaboration with ASPIRE, Swissport’s airport hospitality brand, offers 148 seats and provides a sophisticated travel experience for oneworld Emerald and Sapphire passengers, as… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) have renewed their longstanding partnership to establish and implement worldwide standards for the safe transport of dangerous goods by air. This agreement reinforces their commitment to ensuring the safe handling of dangerous goods in aviation through globally recognized guidelines and… Read the full press release