(IN SHORT) On 10 July 2025, Ethiopian Airlines commenced a four-times-weekly Addis Ababa–Hanoi passenger service, its first into Vietnam and 20th Asian destination. The inaugural event at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel featured government and diplomatic figures alongside CEO Mesfin Tasew. Flights operate with a one-stop in Dhaka, integrating seamlessly into Ethiopian’s network of 28 Asian… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) From 1 May 2026, Condor will launch three daily flights between Budapest and Frankfurt using A320s with 180 seats, increasing weekly capacity on the route to 10,000 seats alongside Lufthansa. This move strengthens Budapest Airport’s network to Germany—currently featuring 11 destinations—and highlights Germany as its third-largest direct seat market. Markus Klaushofer of Budapest… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) From 16 to 18 July 2025, Kinshasa will stage the inaugural World Music and Tourism Festival under President Félix Tshisekedi’s High Patronage, with UN Tourism as a supporting partner. Branded “The Rumba Route for Peace,” the three-day Festival at CCAPAC spotlights Congolese Rumba—recognized by UNESCO in 2021—and its capacity to drive tourism, economic… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) British Airways is adding Rabat and Graz to its short-haul network via BA Euroflyer operating from London Gatwick, and expanding Madrid services through BA Cityflyer at London City Airport. Rabat flights start 5 November 2025, twice weekly; Graz flights begin 21 November 2025, three times per week; Madrid rotations kick off on 1… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Belfast City Airport’s Community Fund has awarded funding to Kids Together Belfast’s “Music and Me” programme, which supports two- to four-year-olds on the autism spectrum or awaiting diagnosis. The eight-week course uses music to develop social skills, communication, and emotional regulation. In the final fortnight, parents participate to learn techniques for reinforcing progress… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Boeing is donating $200,000 from its Charitable Trust to central Texas flood relief—$100,000 to the Salvation Army San Antonio Area Command for shelters, meals, and support services, and $100,000 to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund for local rescue and recovery. Boeing employees will further aid relief through fundraising, volunteerism, and a matching… Read the full news article
Joint Release With Mandai Wildlife Group (IN SHORT) Singapore Airlines and Mandai Wildlife Group have forged a three-year partnership to boost Singapore’s appeal and promote conservation. SIA customers will enjoy exclusive Mandai wildlife experiences, stay packages, and co-branded merchandise via the Pelago platform and KrisShop. KrisFlyer members receive bonus miles and special promotions for new… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Delaware North Parks and Resorts has completed major renovations at The Squire at Grand Canyon—introducing six kid-friendly suites, over 100 upgraded rooms, a refreshed lobby, and updated dining venues. The operator is also launching an IHG One Rewards promotion with 15% off, a $50 F&B credit, and 1,000 bonus points upon arrival. Renovations… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Delaware North has launched Bar Tap at London Stadium—a grab-and-go bar using Amazon’s Just Walk Out technology—to streamline concession sales and reduce queues. Opened during Iron Maiden’s sold-out concert, Bar Tap detects items via AI-powered sensors, charges customers automatically, and offers beer, cider, RTD spirits, and soft drinks. The solution improves guest experience… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) For All-Star Week (July 11–15), the Atlanta Braves and Delaware North are rolling out a Southern-themed luxury menu at Truist Park and The Battery Atlanta. Highlights include a soft-shell crab burger, fried green tomato sliders, and Peach Cobbler Nachos, plus new Blue Moon Brewery & Grill specials. Premium lounges will offer tomahawk ribeye… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Ryanair is adding 35 cabin crew roles at its Shannon base to meet increased passenger demand. Recruitment events are scheduled for 15 July in Shannon and 16 July in Limerick, featuring company presentations, full assessments, and Q&A with current crew. Successful candidates will receive a €2,000 signing bonus, competitive pay, travel discounts, and… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) London Luton Airport’s operator and owner have committed £11.5 million to refurbish two former Monarch hangars into maintenance hubs—a new easyJet facility with an apprenticeship campus and a second major airline’s engineering base—alongside a logistics consolidation centre. These projects, housed in previously vacant structures acquired in February 2024, will create up to 150… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Viking has been voted a “World’s Best” cruise operator for 2025 by Travel + Leisure readers, securing #1 in Expeditions and ranking among the top river and ocean lines. Condé Nast Traveler readers also named Viking the leading line for Rivers, Oceans, and Expeditions—making Viking the sole company to top both awards simultaneously…. Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Viking will introduce its first India river cruises with the Viking Brahmaputra in late 2027. The 80-passenger ship—with 40 veranda-equipped staterooms, a Sky Bar, and spa facilities—will sail an eight-day segment of the Brahmaputra River between Guwahati and Nimati Ghat as part of the 15-day “Wonders of India” program. This itinerary combines immersive… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Air Canada is resuming twice-weekly Montreal and Toronto non-stops to Lima for Winter 2025–26 and adding three new seasonal routes: Montreal–Belize, Toronto–Puerto Escondido*, and Vancouver–Tepic, Riviera Nayarit*, all launching in mid-December. These services support Air Canada’s strategy to expand leisure travel to Latin America and Mexico’s Pacific coast, offering direct connections, enhanced cargo… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) The Air Canada Foundation’s 13th Annual Golf Tournament raised $1.3 million to fund grants for children and youth across Canada. Hosted at Club de golf Le Mirage, the event featured 296 participants and over 90 sponsors. Proceeds will support equity-deserving communities through meal programs, Indigenous school support, and pediatric initiatives like the Dr…. Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Silversea has introduced direct charter flights from Quito to San Cristóbal Island for guests on Silver Origin, cutting total travel time to two hours and eliminating Guayaquil layovers. The enhanced journey features private check-in, blocked middle seats, ample space, and an upgraded in-flight dining experience. Pre- and post-cruise packages in Quito allow for… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) TUI Group unveils TUI Blue Xiamen Seaside Hot Spring—its sixth hotel in China—featuring 340 rooms and a “Beauty Spring” marine hot spring rich in beneficial minerals, located seven kilometres from Jimei Beach. Owner Chen Aiqin highlights the decade of dedication behind the property and anticipates a bright future under the TUI Blue banner…. Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Emirates Airline has signed an MoU with Crypto.com to explore the addition of Crypto.com Pay to its payment systems, targeting a rollout in 2026. The agreement was inked by Emirates’ Adnan Kazim and Crypto.com UAE’s Mohammed Al Hakim, witnessed by Emirates’ leadership including HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum. Emirates sees the… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Emirates’ summer 2025 data shows global flight searches up 7%, led by France (+35%), Ireland, Canada and Saudi Arabia. Top destinations reveal a shift toward cultural and off-the-beaten-path experiences: Vietnam (+61%) leads, followed by Mauritius (+41%), Sri Lanka (+32%), Japan (+28%) and France (+25%). Regional nuances include increased UAE searches (+13%), US interest… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Emirates has opened its first Travel Store in Seoul’s Jongno-gu district, delivering an immersive retail environment that mirrors the airline’s premium onboard experience. The 132 sqm space, designed with soft beige tones, ambient lighting and the UAE’s Ghaf Tree motif, features a full-scale First Class Private Suite, dedicated travel consultancy counters and smart… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) dnata Catering & Retail and PT IAS Hospitality Indonesia have formed a strategic partnership under which dnata will manage and support IAS Food Services’ inflight catering operations at Denpasar International Airport. The 3,005 sqm facility, currently producing over 3.8 million meals per year, will benefit from dnata’s global best practices to expand capacity,… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai has claimed the #1 Resort in Thailand title in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards, celebrating the property’s three-decade legacy of luxury hospitality. Located in Mae Rim Valley, the resort features private villas and residences amid rice paddies, sustainable gardening in partnership with local farmers, and wellness-centric amenities… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Ben Trodd, a Four Seasons executive of 25 years and former COO of Aman, has been appointed CEO of Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings Ltd.—the joint venture behind the upcoming Four Seasons Yachts—effective July 1, 2025. Trodd’s extensive background in sales, marketing and hotel operations positions him to oversee the technical, commercial and crew aspects… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Four Seasons Hotel Doha has clinched the #1 spot among city hotels in North Africa and the Middle East in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards 2025, voted for by the magazine’s global readership. Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, the hotel’s 237 rooms and suites in West Bay feature a private beach,… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Anantara Siam Bangkok is undertaking a USD 50 million, two-phase transformation to elevate its status as a living cultural landmark. Phase One (now–Nov 2025) reimagines guest rooms, Kasara Lounge, pool terrace, fitness centre and selected meeting spaces. Phase Two (May–Sep 2026) renovates pool villas, Parichart Court rooms, Spice Market restaurant, Kids’ Club, lobby,… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Wizz Air is launching “My Journey,” a new mobile app feature that centralizes flight tracking, disruption assistance and alternative-travel options. As summer 2025 air traffic in Europe outpaces 2024 by 5% and pre-Covid volumes, the app consolidates status updates (check-in, gate, boarding), eligibility for meal vouchers, hotels or compensation, and the ability to… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Wizz Air has moved up its Tel Aviv restart to 8 August 2025, more than a month earlier than the original 15 September date. Ten routes—connecting Tel Aviv with Budapest, Larnaca, Abu Dhabi, London Luton, Vienna, Bucharest, Iași, Rome, Milan and Sofia—will commence on various dates between 8 August and 1 September, offering… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Agoda has launched its inaugural brand campaign in Singapore, featuring AI-powered video ads that highlight the company’s flight services with a distinctly local flair. Building on prior AI-led efforts in India, the campaign uses Google Veo, Runway, and Kling AI to generate all visuals, while ideation and voice-overs were handled internally. Chief Marketing… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) CWT has launched TIM (Trends, Insights, and Metrics), an AI-powered Analyst within its Analytics reporting suite that enables conversational, multi-turn interactions with travel data. Building on the platform’s November 2024 AI search and visualization enhancements, TIM moves beyond single-question queries to dialogue-style analytics, providing a more natural way to explore insights. According to… Read the full news article