dnata Elevates Unaccompanied Minor Services Amid 30% Surge in Demand

Air services provider sees 30% surge in demand for unaccompanied minor services (IN SHORT) dnata, a global air and travel services provider, is enhancing its services for unaccompanied minors at airports, responding to a 30% increase in demand. The company has a dedicated team of 200 agents who are expertly trained to ensure young flyers,… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Announces Upcoming Private Residences Project in Istanbul

As the latest standalone Private Residences in the brand’s portfolio, the new Istanbul project will give discerning buyers the opportunity to live in one of the world’s most dynamic destinations with Four Seasons legendary care at their doorstep (IN SHORT) Four Seasons, in collaboration with Tay Group, is set to launch the Four Seasons Private… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach Welcomes Moody Tongue for Exclusive Omakase Experience

Five-Diamond Resort and two Michelin-starred brewery present limited-time omakase experience with specialty beer pairings (IN SHORT) Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach is hosting a special omakase residency featuring Moody Tongue, the world’s only Michelin-starred brewery. This unique culinary experience, available from December 19, 2023, to January 6, 2024, and from March 7 to 22, 2024,… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Miami Unveils Bahía: A Mediterranean Rooftop Dining Oasis

Bahía, a reimagined poolside dining destination, blends Northern Mediterranean flavours and fun Miami vibes (IN SHORT) Four Seasons Hotel Miami introduces Bahía, a stunning rooftop dining destination spanning two acres on the seventh floor. This alfresco venue blends Mediterranean flavors with Miami’s vibrant poolside lifestyle. Guests can revel in a relaxing daytime atmosphere while savoring… Read the full press release

British Airways American Express Card Offers Non-Flying Members a Chance to Earn Tier Points

(IN SHORT) British Airways Executive Club Members now have a unique opportunity to earn Tier Points without flying, thanks to a limited-time offer from the British Airways American Express Premium Plus Card. Running until May 21, 2024, this promotion allows eligible Cardmembers to earn up to 200 Tier Points based on their spending habits. They… Read the full press release

Embraer Appoints José Gustavo as VP of Sales and Business Development for Europe and Africa

(IN SHORT) Embraer Defense & Security has announced the appointment of José Gustavo as the new Vice President of Sales and Business Development for Europe and Africa. Based in Lisbon, Portugal, he will work under the leadership of Frederico Lemos, CCO of the business unit. José Gustavo brings over 20 years of international experience, including… Read the full press release

World Travel Awards Grand Final 2023 to Take Place at Dubai’s Burj Al Arab

(IN SHORT) The World Travel Awards has announced that it will host its Grand Final 2023 at Dubai’s iconic Burj Al Arab. This event marks the culmination of the 30th anniversary celebration of rewarding excellence in the travel industry. The ceremony, scheduled for December 1, 2023, will feature the winners of the prestigious World categories,… Read the full press release

Malaysia Airlines Group Welcomes First Boeing 737-8 Aircraft, Marks Fleet Expansion

(IN SHORT) Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), the parent company of Malaysia Airlines, celebrated the arrival of its first Boeing 737-8 aircraft with a launch ceremony. The induction of this aircraft type signifies the beginning of MAG’s gradual fleet expansion plan. MAG has a total order of 25 Boeing 737-8 aircraft, scheduled for delivery through 2026… Read the full press release

Airbnb Appoints Ron Klain, Former White House Chief of Staff, as Chief Legal Officer

(IN SHORT) Airbnb has announced the appointment of Ron Klain as its chief legal officer. Ron Klain, known for his extensive experience in government and business, including serving as White House chief of staff during President Biden’s early years in office, will join Airbnb starting on January 1, 2024. Klain brings a wealth of knowledge… Read the full press release

Hyatt to Introduce Thompson Seville, Its First Property in Spain’s Fourth-Largest City

The fourth planned Thompson Hotel in Europe will build on Hyatt’s intentional brand growth in the luxury and lifestyle segment across Europe (IN SHORT) Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced an agreement between a Hyatt affiliate and Hoteles Color Especial S.L. to open Thompson Seville, marking Hyatt’s first property in Seville, Spain. The luxury lifestyle hotel,… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport Kicks Off the Holiday Season with Christmas Tree Lighting

(IN SHORT) Belfast City Airport has ushered in the holiday season with its annual Christmas tree lighting event. Students from the airport’s adopted schools, along with Santa and Mrs. Claus, gathered at the terminal to spread Christmas cheer to passengers. Belfast City Airport, which operates routes to 31 destinations in partnership with six airline partners,… Read the full press release

Chicago Airports Prepare for Over 1.65 Million Thanksgiving Passengers

Sunday, Nov. 26 is projected to be the busiest day, with nearly 300,000 passengers expected between O’Hare and Midway International Airports (IN SHORT) The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) is gearing up to welcome more than 1.65 million passengers at O’Hare and Midway International Airports during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. O’Hare is expected to see… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Congratulates Fabio Di Giannantonio on Victory at Qatar MotoGP Grand Prix

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, presents the Winning Riders Trophy to Fabio Di Giannantonio and the Winning Constructor Award to Gresini Racing (IN SHORT) Qatar Airways, the Title Sponsor of Qatar MotoGP™, celebrated Fabio Di Giannantonio’s first victory at the MotoGP Qatar Airways Grand Prix 2023 in Doha. The airline… Read the full press release

Cathay Hackathon 2023 Draws Record Number of Young Innovators

280 young innovators gathered at Cathay City to develop cutting-edge tech solutions (IN SHORT) The 6th Annual Cathay Hackathon, held at Cathay City, brought together 280 tech-savvy students for a 24-hour event focused on developing innovative solutions for enhancing customer travel experiences, elevating Cathay’s premium lifestyle services, and promoting cargo services. This year’s hackathon saw… Read the full press release

UAE Launches “Air-CRAFT” Initiative for Sustainable Aviation Fuel Technologies

The consortium, Air-CRAFT, is supported by the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and UAE General Civil Aviation Authority, and comprises eight founding entities: ADNOC, Boeing, Emirates, ENOC Group, Etihad, Honeywell, Khalifa University, Masdar (IN SHORT) In the UAE Year of Sustainability, the “Air-CRAFT” initiative has been launched at the 3rd ICAO Conference on Aviation… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Denver Offers Festive Dining and Entertainment for the Holiday Season

Experience the new rejuvenating organic facial by LINNÉ at The Spa (IN SHORT) Four Seasons Hotel Denver is gearing up for the holiday season with a range of dining and entertainment offerings. Guests can enjoy a special Christmas Eve dinner featuring filet mignon and lobster thermidor. On Christmas Day, the hotel’s EDGE Restaurant will host… Read the full press release

Marriott Expands “Check Out for Children” Donation Program in Multiple Regions

Marriott Relaunches and Expands its Donation Program in the Caribbean, Latin America, Europe, Middle East and Asia Pacific (IN SHORT) Marriott International has partnered with UNICEF to relaunch and expand its “Check Out for Children” donation program, coinciding with World Children’s Day. The initiative encourages guests at Marriott properties to make voluntary contributions for each… Read the full press release

Emirates Introduces Chauffeur Drive Service for First and Business Class Passengers in Jakarta

(IN SHORT) Emirates has launched its renowned Chauffeur Drive Service (CDS) in Jakarta, Indonesia, catering exclusively to First and Business Class passengers. This service offers a seamless and luxurious door-to-door experience to and from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK). Emirates’ premium customers can enjoy complimentary chauffeur-driven pick-up and drop-off services within an 80-kilometer radius of the… Read the full press release

Emirates to Serve Special Thanksgiving Menus on Dubai-USA Flights and in Lounge Celebrations

(IN SHORT) Emirates is set to celebrate Thanksgiving with special menus on its flights from Dubai to the USA and within its airport lounges. From November 23 to 30, passengers on these routes can savor traditional Thanksgiving dishes, with elevated options for First Class travelers. First Class passengers can indulge in sweet potato soup with… Read the full press release

Minor Hotels Achieves Record Q3 Profit Amidst Strong Demand in Europe and Thailand

(IN SHORT) Minor Hotels, a prominent international hotel owner, operator, and investor, has announced a record-high third-quarter profit of THB 1.7 billion. This impressive growth of 8% in net profit compared to the same period last year is attributed to robust leisure and business demand in Europe and the continued recovery in Thailand. The hotel… Read the full press release

Ryanair Calls on EU Commission President to Protect Overflights During ATC Strikes

(IN SHORT) Ryanair, Europe’s leading airline, has urged the EU Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen, to take immediate action to safeguard overflights and preserve the freedom of movement for EU citizens amidst the surge in French air traffic control (ATC) strikes in 2023. The airline highlights that there have been 65 days of ATC… Read the full press release

Korean Air and LX Pantos Partner to Promote Sustainable Aviation Fuel Use in Cargo Flights

(IN SHORT) Korean Air has entered into a partnership with global logistics company LX Pantos to expand the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) on cargo flights, with the aim of achieving net-zero carbon emissions. This collaboration, formalized through a memorandum of understanding (MOU), underscores the commitment of both companies to reducing greenhouse gas emissions… Read the full press release

Joint ACSA-Hawks Operation Leads to Arrest of Suspected Drug Traffickers at O R Tambo International Airport

(IN SHORT) A joint operation conducted by the Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) and the elite Directorate of Priority Crimes Investigation, known as the Hawks, has resulted in the arrest of five individuals suspected of drug trafficking. Among the suspects are employees of various companies operating at O R Tambo International Airport, including two ACSA… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines Unveils “Nonstop to Net Zero” Sustainability Strategy to Achieve Carbon Neutrality by 2050

Carrier updates sustainability strategy to focus on carbon, circularity, and collaboration (IN SHORT) Southwest Airlines has announced its updated sustainability strategy, “Nonstop to Net Zero,” with the aim of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050 and promoting sustainability in air travel. The strategy focuses on three pillars: carbon reduction, circularity, and collaboration. Key goals… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Announces Partnership as Official Global Airline Partner of FC Internazionale Milano (Inter)

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Al Meer celebrated the partnership at the Dubai Airshow with the Inter delegation and the Club Legend, Marco Materazzi The agreement extends rights to Qatar Duty Free and Hamad International Airport, and ensure a comprehensive Qatar Airways Group partnership Inter fans will be able to access special… Read the full press release

Philippine Airlines and Singapore Airlines Announce Codeshare Agreement for Enhanced Travel Options

(IN SHORT) Philippine Airlines (PAL) and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have signed a codeshare partnership agreement to offer expanded flight options for travelers between the Philippines and Singapore, as well as connections to other domestic and international destinations through their hubs. The codeshare will commence on flights between Singapore and Manila, with SIA codesharing on PAL… Read the full press release

Kempinski Hotels to Operate Luxury Beachfront Residences and Resort in Turks and Caicos Islands

International real estate developer JTRE partners with Europe’s oldest hospitality brand to offer owners and guests a one-of-a-kind luxury beachfront experience. Old world elegance arrives on award winning Grace Bay Beach bringing international flair and prestige to Turks and Caicos vacation and ownership offerings. JTRE has secured one of the last remaining parcels on world-famous… Read the full press release

Abu Dhabi International Airport Transitions All Airlines to State-of-the-Art Terminal A

1,557 flights took place during the first two week’s operations at Terminal A Over 3,800 departures expected to take place in first whole month of operations 2.29 million passengers across 12,220 flights set to experience Terminal A in December (IN SHORT) Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) has successfully transitioned all 28 international airlines to its… Read the full press release

Oman Air Cargo Enhances Fleet with Fuel-Efficient Boeing 737-800 Converted Freighter

(IN SHORT) Oman Air Cargo has taken delivery of its first dedicated cargo aircraft, a Boeing 737-800 Converted Freighter (BCF). This fuel-efficient aircraft offers up to 20 percent lower fuel consumption and reduced CO2 emissions per tonne compared to previous standard-body freighters. With a cargo capacity of up to 23.9 tonnes and a range of… Read the full press release

TAP Launches Early Black Friday Deals on Flights to Various Destinations

(IN SHORT) TAP, the Portuguese national airline, is kicking off Black Friday promotions earlier this year, offering round-trip flights starting at 49 euros to its destinations in Portugal, Europe, Brazil, the United States, Canada, Mexico, Venezuela, and Africa. Business class travelers can also enjoy discounts, with prices starting at 319 euros. These promotional tickets are… Read the full press release