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Emirates Invests Heavily in A380 Fleet to Ensure Decades of Premium Travel Experience

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(IN SHORT) Emirates has made substantial investments in its A380 fleet, securing deals for maintenance, cabin upgrades, and other enhancements at the Dubai Airshow 2023. These investments demonstrate Emirates’ commitment to providing passengers with a world-class travel experience aboard its iconic A380 aircraft well into the next decade. (PRESS RELEASE) Dubai, UAE, 2023-Nov-16 — /Travel… Read the full press release

Everhome Suites Grows California Footprint: Three Hotels Under Construction, Six More Planned in Southern California

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Choice Hotels’ extended stay pipeline grows by 12 percent year over year, with latest projects developed by Paladin Equity Capital (IN SHORT) Everhome Suites, a brand by Choice Hotels, is continuing its growth with the construction of three new hotels in California, and plans for six additional properties in Southern California. The expansion is part… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels Expands Upscale Cambria Brand with Opening of Cambria Hotel Waco University Riverfront

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Newest property marks upscale brand’s ninth location in Texas, adding to lineup of properties throughout Southwest (IN SHORT) Choice Hotels International is continuing its rapid expansion of the upscale Cambria Hotels brand with the opening of Cambria Hotel Waco University Riverfront. This four-story, 130-room property is the ninth Cambria Hotel to open in Texas, catering to… Read the full press release

AirJapan Announces New Narita-Incheon Route for 2024

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AirJapan, the new ANA Holdings brand for medium-haul international routes, announced it will begin service on the Narita-Incheon route on February 22, 2024. One-way fares departing from Tokyo Narita will start at 8,000 yen, with customizable options for combining different services to meet the personalized needs of customers. Under the concept of “Fly Thoughtful,” AirJapan… Read the full press release

The St. Regis Riyadh Unveils Its Grand Opening as Marriott International’s 500th Luxury Property Worldwide

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Glamorous new address in the heart of Riyadh brings modern design and vanguard spirit to the capital (IN SHORT) The St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, a prestigious brand within Marriott Bonvoy’s extensive portfolio, has officially opened The St. Regis Riyadh, marking Marriott International’s 500th luxury property across the globe. This opulent addition brings the St…. Read the full press release

IHG Announces Signing of Holiday Inn & Suites and Staybridge Suites in Taif, Saudi Arabia

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The signing will see IHG debut Holiday Inn & Suites and Staybridge Suites brands in the city (IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts, a global hotel company, has signed an agreement with Al Jumaiah Group to introduce Holiday Inn & Suites Taif and Staybridge Suites Taif in Taif, Saudi Arabia. These two properties are set… Read the full press release

voco Hotels Expands its Presence with 25th Americas Property in Missoula, Montana

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Riverfront conversion among several recent regional signings, reinforcing voco hotels’ position as IHG Hotels & Resorts’ fastest-growing premium brand (IN SHORT) voco hotels, a part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, has announced the signing of its 25th property in the Americas, located in Missoula, Montana. voco Missoula Downtown will be situated along the Clark Fork… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica Celebrates World Kindness Day with Cultural Workshops and Surf Lessons for Local Children

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(IN SHORT) Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica, is marking World Kindness Day by partnering with the local organization Creciendo Juntos to provide a memorable experience for local school children. The initiative aims to spread love and cultural appreciation by offering kids the chance to engage in a Chorotega ceramic workshop led by local… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta Joins Forces with Paper Flowers Artist to Spread Kindness on World Kindness Day

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World Kindness Day, celebrated globally on November 13, serves as a reminder to engage in acts of kindness, promoting goodwill and compassion (IN SHORT) In celebration of World Kindness Day, Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta is collaborating with local paper flowers artist Andrea Harrison to promote kindness and joy in the community. Harrison, known for her… Read the full press release

Emirates Leads UAE’s Aviation Spectacular at Dubai Airshow 2023 with Stunning Aerial Formation

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(IN SHORT) Dubai Airshow 2023 opened with a breathtaking aerial display led by Emirates, showcasing the prowess of UAE aviation. The spectacle featured the iconic Emirates A380, followed by the UAE’s Al Fursan air display team, and a formation of commercial aircraft, including an Emirates Boeing 777, Etihad Airbus 350, Air Arabia Airbus 320, and… Read the full press release

Emirates Launches Dubai Airshow with Blockbuster Order of 95 Wide-Body Aircraft Worth $52 Billion

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55 additional Boeing 777-9s and 35 777-8s bring Emirates’ total 777X orders to 205 units. Signs deal for 202 additional GE9X engines to power its new 777X fleet, bringing Emirates’ total order for GE9X engines to 460 units. Emirates updates Boeing 787 Dreamliner order to 35 units: 15 787-10s and 20 787-8 (IN SHORT) Emirates… Read the full press release

Eve Air Mobility Partners with Kookiejar to Deploy Urban Air Traffic Management System in Dubai

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Eve continues to expand its global vertiport customer base (IN SHORT) Eve Air Mobility (Eve) and Swedish-based vertiport developer Kookiejar have signed a letter of intent (LOI) for the deployment of Eve’s Urban ATM (Air Traffic Management) system to support vertiport operations in Dubai. This marks Eve’s first Urban ATM agreement in Dubai and adds… Read the full press release

flydubai Orders 30 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners for Strategic Fleet Expansion

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The Dubai-based carrier places its first wide-body order for 30 Boeing 787-9s at the Dubai Airshow, diversifying its current fleet of all-Boeing 737 aircraft This is the fourth aircraft order placed by the carrier since it was founded in 2008; building on the success of its business model (IN SHORT) Dubai-based airline flydubai has signed… Read the full press release

Torrens University and TFE Hotels Collaborate to Empower Hospitality Talent

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(IN SHORT) Torrens University Australia and TFE Hotels have formed a strategic alliance to support talent development in the hospitality sector. The partnership introduces a custom short-course portal, enabling TFE team members to earn micro-qualifications alongside their university coursework. In return, Torrens University hospitality students gain access to real-world internships within TFE’s extensive Australian hotel… Read the full press release

South African Airways Unveils Premium Lounge Upgrade at OR Tambo International Airport

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(IN SHORT) South African Airways (SAA) celebrates the opening of its new international lounge at OR Tambo International Airport, showcasing its commitment to delivering exceptional services to customers both in-flight and on the ground. The newly upgraded airport lounge, named “The Lounge,” is part of a broader renovation plan that will cover all lounges operated… Read the full press release

PATA and ICCA Forge Partnership to Boost Business Travel and Sustainability in Asia Pacific

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(IN SHORT) The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen their collaboration in promoting responsible and sustainable growth within the travel and tourism industry, both regionally and globally. The agreement, signed during the 62nd ICCA Congress hosted by the Thailand… Read the full press release

Ryanair and Erasmus Student Network Renew Partnership for 7th Year, Offering Exclusive Travel Benefits

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OVER 700,000 ESN BOOKINGS IN 7 YEARS (IN SHORT) Ryanair, Europe’s leading airline, and the Erasmus Student Network (ESN) have extended their partnership for a seventh consecutive year. This collaboration continues to provide European students with discounted travel options during their educational exchange programs. Through the partnership, Erasmus students gain access to a dedicated booking… Read the full press release

Hyatt Announces Grand Hyatt Deer Valley Expansion in Park City, Utah for Late 2024

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Expected to open late 2024, Grand Hyatt Deer Valley will expand Hyatt’s brand presence in a vibrant resort market (IN SHORT) Hyatt Hotels Corporation, in partnership with Extell Development Company, has unveiled plans for the expansion of the Grand Hyatt brand with the opening of Grand Hyatt Deer Valley in Park City, Utah, expected in… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines Marks 10th Year of Meals on Wheels Blitz Day with $10,000 Donation

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(IN SHORT) Southwest Airlines recently celebrated a decade of their Meals on Wheels Blitz Day in partnership with the Visiting Nurses Association (VNA) by hosting a special event in Dallas. Over 300 Southwest Airlines employees took part in the event, delivering meals along 140 different routes across the city to support the VNA and its… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport Expands Sunshine Routes with New Alicante Flights in 2024

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(IN SHORT) Belfast City Airport has announced plans to introduce new flights to Alicante in the summer of 2024, operated by easyJet. The service will commence on May 24, 2024, with flights scheduled for Thursdays and Sundays. The addition of this European summer destination marks significant growth for Belfast City Airport, which has been expanding… Read the full press release

St. Regis Debuts Luxury Resort in Morocco’s Tamuda Bay

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This esteemed opening marks the brand’s debut in Morocco (IN SHORT) St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy, has announced the opening of The St. Regis La Bahia Blanca Resort, Tamuda Bay, marking its entry into Morocco. Developed by Eagle Hills and designed by Smallwood, the resort offers a luxurious retreat on Tamuda… Read the full press release

Marriott’s Luxury Collection Expands to Greece’s Dodecanese Islands with Patmos Aktis Renovation

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Expected to open in summer 2024, Patmos Aktis, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Greece will bring The Luxury Collection to the peaceful island of Patmos (IN SHORT) Marriott International has signed an agreement to introduce The Luxury Collection to Greece’s Dodecanese Islands through the renovation of Patmos Aktis Suites & Spa. Expected to open… Read the full press release

Emirates Begins Operating Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Flights in Dubai

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(IN SHORT) Emirates has commenced the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) supplied by Shell Aviation for its flights departing from Dubai International Airport (DXB). Shell has provided 315,000 gallons of blended SAF to Emirates, enabling the airline to power several flights using this eco-friendly fuel. The blended SAF consists of a 40% neat SAF… Read the full press release

Emirates Celebrates 10 Years of Connecting Sialkot, Pakistan, to the World

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1.5 million passengers have travelled with Emirates on the route since operations began in 2013 Airline has facilitated trade between Sialkot and the rest of the world by uplifting over 41,000 tonnes of export cargo over the past ten years (IN SHORT) Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is commemorating a significant milestone in Pakistan… Read the full press release

Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta Celebrates World Kindness Day with Art Fundraiser for HOPE Worldwide Indonesia

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The collaborative event is set to unite art lovers, local artists and reputed brands  in support of a worthy cause (IN SHORT) In celebration of World Kindness Day on November 13, Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta is hosting an art fundraiser from November 13 to 30, 2023, in collaboration with CAN’S Gallery and Indonesia Design. The… Read the full press release

Eve Air Mobility Announces Key Suppliers for Electric Vertical Takeoff Aircraft

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(IN SHORT) Eve Air Mobility, a company focused on advancing the Urban Air Mobility ecosystem, has revealed three new suppliers for its electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Garmin will provide avionics, including the G3000 Integrated Flight Deck with touchscreen interface. Liebherr-Aerospace will supply electromechanical actuators for flight controls, and Intergalactic will deliver the… Read the full press release

Auckland Airport Joins Heart Aerospace Advisory Board to Drive Sustainable Aircraft Innovation

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(IN SHORT) Auckland Airport has announced its partnership with Swedish electric airplane manufacturer Heart Aerospace by joining the company’s advisory board. The collaboration aims to advance innovation in sustainable aircraft, particularly focusing on Heart Aerospace’s ES-30, a 30-seat electric hybrid aircraft designed for short journeys with a rapid 30-minute recharge time. Auckland Airport will provide… Read the full press release

Multi-Agency Emergency Training Exercise Successfully Concludes at Shannon Airport

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(IN SHORT) Shannon Airport has successfully completed a multi-agency emergency training exercise code-named “Exercise Charlie.” The two-hour scenario, which involved a cargo aircraft declaring a full emergency after a suspected hazardous cargo leak en route from Paris Charles de Gaulle airport to JFK airport in New York, aimed to assess the readiness of the airport… Read the full press release

Metrolink and Amtrak Pacific Surfliner Expand Codeshare Program for Greater Travel Flexibility Between Los Angeles and Ventura

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(IN SHORT) Metrolink, the regional passenger rail service in Southern California, has collaborated with the LOSSAN Rail Corridor Agency, responsible for managing the Amtrak Pacific Surfliner service, to enhance their existing codeshare program. Starting today, passengers with valid tickets for either Metrolink or Pacific Surfliner services can board either train between Los Angeles and Ventura…. Read the full press release

Air Canada First to Offer Disney+ Originals In-Flight Entertainment Worldwide

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Continuing collaboration with one of the world’s most recognized brand marks airline’s latest investment in its award-winning customer experience Builds on airline’s previous Disney collaborations including the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida themed inflight safety video and Disney-Pixar’s Turning Red special livery Select episodes of Disney+ Original series including Star Wars spin-off “Obi-Wan Kenobi” and Marvel Studios’ “Loki” Season… Read the full press release