Sun, 04/01/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous In which our correspondent goes into
battle at a trade fair and just about comes out alive... Continues...
Saturday, March 31, 2012
Green Living & Travel Round-Up: Organic Easter Chocolate & Travel with Siri
Sat, 03/31/2012 - 20:00 — Anonymous From a fair trade Easter and an Olympic
guide to to solo travel tips and travel with Siri, here's a round-up our
favorite posts about travel and green living from recent weeks. Learn the
upsides to studying a language in its native country with 9 Reasons to Learn
a Language Abroad from Vagabonding. If you're heading to [...]
guide to to solo travel tips and travel with Siri, here's a round-up our
favorite posts about travel and green living from recent weeks. Learn the
upsides to studying a language in its native country with 9 Reasons to Learn
a Language Abroad from Vagabonding. If you're heading to [...]
Friday, March 30, 2012
Transport the main issue for Gatwick"s future
Fri, 03/30/2012 - 23:10 — Anonymous Gatwick airport has completed the
three-month public consultation phase of its "Master Plan" with ground
transport and noise the pressing issues for local residents Continues...
three-month public consultation phase of its "Master Plan" with ground
transport and noise the pressing issues for local residents Continues...
EU approves IAG purchase of Bmi
Fri, 03/30/2012 - 23:18 — Anonymous The EU Commission has approved the
purchase of Bmi by the International Airlines Group, with CEO Willie Walsh
calling it "great news for Britain" Continues...
purchase of Bmi by the International Airlines Group, with CEO Willie Walsh
calling it "great news for Britain" Continues...
Business Traveller April edition now live
Fri, 03/30/2012 - 16:00 — Anonymous Subscribers can now access the latest
edition online, with a report on what travellers really want from their hotel
room, a look at hub airports worldwide, and destination features on
Vancouver, Hyderabad, Sharm el-Sheikh and LA Continues...
edition online, with a report on what travellers really want from their hotel
room, a look at hub airports worldwide, and destination features on
Vancouver, Hyderabad, Sharm el-Sheikh and LA Continues...
Lufthansa to debut B747-8I on Washington route
Fri, 03/30/2012 - 17:14 — Anonymous The launch customer for the passenger
version of the Boeing 747-8I jumbo is set to debut the aircraft on its
Frankfurt-Washington route Continues...
version of the Boeing 747-8I jumbo is set to debut the aircraft on its
Frankfurt-Washington route Continues...
SIA and Virgin Australia expand partnership
Fri, 03/30/2012 - 18:18 — Anonymous From now on, Virgin Australia
passengers can include SIA-operated flights to various Asia destinations in
one ticket Continues...
passengers can include SIA-operated flights to various Asia destinations in
one ticket Continues...
Tried and Tested: The Gilbert Scott, St Pancras Renaissance London
Fri, 03/30/2012 - 18:21 — Anonymous Business Traveller reviews the
fine-dining restaurant within Marriott's Renaissance hotel at St Pancras
station Continues...
fine-dining restaurant within Marriott's Renaissance hotel at St Pancras
station Continues...
Meet in Sharm el-Sheikh
Fri, 03/30/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous With world-class diving and dramatic
landscapes, Jenny Southan finds the Sinai Peninsula makes an ideal incentive
destination Continues...
landscapes, Jenny Southan finds the Sinai Peninsula makes an ideal incentive
destination Continues...
LA story
Fri, 03/30/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous With a new airport terminal set to open
and ambitious Downtown redevelopment, Jenny Southan finds the City of Angels
on the brink of a surprising transformation Continues...
and ambitious Downtown redevelopment, Jenny Southan finds the City of Angels
on the brink of a surprising transformation Continues...
Back on track
Fri, 03/30/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Frequent travellers are at increased
risk from back pain, but simple strategies can help to prevent it, says Sally
Brown Continues...
risk from back pain, but simple strategies can help to prevent it, says Sally
Brown Continues...
What's in a room?
Fri, 03/30/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous At a time when many hotels are adding
flashy extras to stand out from the competition, what is it that time-poor
travellers really want to find beyond the door? Liat Clark reportss
Continues...
flashy extras to stand out from the competition, what is it that time-poor
travellers really want to find beyond the door? Liat Clark reportss
Continues...
Lyon's quest
Fri, 03/30/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous France"s second city is on a mission
– to become one of the world"s premier centres for research and innovation.
Liat Clark reports Continues...
– to become one of the world"s premier centres for research and innovation.
Liat Clark reports Continues...
Vancouver on wheels
Fri, 03/30/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Tom Otley gets on his bike for a
cycling tour of the scenic Canadian city Continues...
cycling tour of the scenic Canadian city Continues...
Malaysia Airlines to accommodate AirAsia X passengers
Fri, 03/30/2012 - 12:52 — Anonymous All travellers previously confirmed on
now-cancelled AirAsia X flights to London, Paris, Mumbai and New Delhi will
be transferred Continues...
now-cancelled AirAsia X flights to London, Paris, Mumbai and New Delhi will
be transferred Continues...
Just the ticket
Fri, 03/30/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Desperate to see the Games? Jenny
Southan reveals last-minute hospitality options for the Olympics Continues...
Southan reveals last-minute hospitality options for the Olympics Continues...
Route of the month
Fri, 03/30/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Alex McWhirter looks at how new
services can benefit business travellers. This month: options from London to
Taipei Continues...
services can benefit business travellers. This month: options from London to
Taipei Continues...
In focus
Fri, 03/30/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Alex McWhirter examines topical
business travel issues. This month: the future of nonstop flights between the
US and Asia Continues...
business travel issues. This month: the future of nonstop flights between the
US and Asia Continues...
Frequent traveller: It's showtime
Fri, 03/30/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous In which our correspondent goes into
battle at a trade fair and just about comes out alive... Continues...
battle at a trade fair and just about comes out alive... Continues...
Editor's lunch: serviced apartments
Fri, 03/30/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Are serviced apartments a real
alternative to hotels? Michelle Mannion reports from Business Traveller"s
recent debate on the issue Continues...
alternative to hotels? Michelle Mannion reports from Business Traveller"s
recent debate on the issue Continues...
Cut the cost of... car hire
Fri, 03/30/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Business Traveller offers
tried-and-tested tips on getting more for your money. This month: car hire
Continues...
tried-and-tested tips on getting more for your money. This month: car hire
Continues...
Sight and sound
Fri, 03/30/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Whether you want to jot down that
killer idea or capture an unforgettable vista, Steve Dinneen rounds up the
latest gadgets for recording the moment Continues...
killer idea or capture an unforgettable vista, Steve Dinneen rounds up the
latest gadgets for recording the moment Continues...
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Hotel De La Paix Siem Reap to become Park Hyatt
Fri, 03/30/2012 - 07:28 — Anonymous The hotel will temporarily close in
June for the rebranding exercise Continues...
June for the rebranding exercise Continues...
Hilton and Holiday Inn to co-locate in Nuremburg
Thu, 03/29/2012 - 22:14 — Anonymous Foremost Hospitality is to develop
Hampton by Hilton and Holiday Inn Express properties in a "double project"
located next to the city"s main rail station Continues...
Hampton by Hilton and Holiday Inn Express properties in a "double project"
located next to the city"s main rail station Continues...
MEPs call for improved air passenger rights
Thu, 03/29/2012 - 21:24 — Anonymous The European parliament has called on
the EU Commission to tighten rules on help and compensation for flight delays
and cancellations Continues...
the EU Commission to tighten rules on help and compensation for flight delays
and cancellations Continues...
Easter baggage strike looms at Stansted
Thu, 03/29/2012 - 22:33 — Anonymous Baggage handling staff at Stansted
airport have voted to strike during the Easter weekend, over claims that new
shift patterns could result in pay cuts of up to £1,000 Continues...
airport have voted to strike during the Easter weekend, over claims that new
shift patterns could result in pay cuts of up to £1,000 Continues...
Home Swapping: Top 3 Benefits (and Myths)
Thu, 03/29/2012 - 20:00 — Anonymous A farmhouse nestled among the maples of
Vermont, a villa in in the heart of Tuscany, a ski cabin buried under snow in
Switzerland… all for the low price of $9.95 a month on a home exchange site
such as HomeExchange.com. It sounds too good to be true, but travelers all
over the world are [...]
Vermont, a villa in in the heart of Tuscany, a ski cabin buried under snow in
Switzerland… all for the low price of $9.95 a month on a home exchange site
such as HomeExchange.com. It sounds too good to be true, but travelers all
over the world are [...]
Schiphol launches electric business taxi service
Thu, 03/29/2012 - 18:49 — Anonymous Amsterdam Schiphol airport has launched
a new wifi-enabled business and electric business taxi service Continues...
a new wifi-enabled business and electric business taxi service Continues...
Win a million Skywards miles
Thu, 03/29/2012 - 13:08 — Anonymous Draw taking place at the Dubai World
Cup on Saturday offers a top prize of million miles, while the runner-up will
receive 500,000 miles and third place collects 250,000 miles Continues...
Cup on Saturday offers a top prize of million miles, while the runner-up will
receive 500,000 miles and third place collects 250,000 miles Continues...
ANA to launch premium economy on London route
Thu, 03/29/2012 - 15:29 — Anonymous The Japanese carrier will begin rolling
out its new premium economy seat from this September, on routes from Tokyo to
cities including New York, London, Frankfurt and Paris Continues...
out its new premium economy seat from this September, on routes from Tokyo to
cities including New York, London, Frankfurt and Paris Continues...
Thai Airways to offer wifi on A380s
Thu, 03/29/2012 - 17:49 — Anonymous Passengers will be able to make mobile
phone calls and use internet-enabled devices on the carrier's fleet of six
superjumbos, the first of which is due for delivery in the third quarter of
this year Continues...
phone calls and use internet-enabled devices on the carrier's fleet of six
superjumbos, the first of which is due for delivery in the third quarter of
this year Continues...
Eva Air confirmed to join Star Alliance
Thu, 03/29/2012 - 12:56 — Anonymous Process for achieving full integration
will begin immediately with Air China as the mentor airline Continues...
will begin immediately with Air China as the mentor airline Continues...
China Southern Airlines installs SkyPriority at Beijing
Thu, 03/29/2012 - 08:07 — Anonymous Having introduced the programme to
Guangzhou and Beijing airports, the carrier is working on getting it set up
in Urumqi and Chongqing Continues...
Guangzhou and Beijing airports, the carrier is working on getting it set up
in Urumqi and Chongqing Continues...
UAE 'needs broader hotel mix'
Thu, 03/29/2012 - 13:24 — Anonymous MCI Group regional director calls on
UAE to develop a broader range of hotels to cater for large-scale
associations and conventions Continues...
UAE to develop a broader range of hotels to cater for large-scale
associations and conventions Continues...
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Spanish strike leads to flight disruption
Wed, 03/28/2012 - 21:18 — Anonymous Carriers including Iberia, Ryanair and
Easyjet have cancelled flights between the UK and Spain tomorrow (March 29),
due to a general strike in the country Continues...
Easyjet have cancelled flights between the UK and Spain tomorrow (March 29),
due to a general strike in the country Continues...
Rotana targets Abu Dhabi, Dubai and India
Wed, 03/28/2012 - 17:55 — Anonymous Mid-market Centro hotel will open on
the doorsteps of ADNEC in July, which will be followed by two more hotels in
Dubai and new push into India Continues...
the doorsteps of ADNEC in July, which will be followed by two more hotels in
Dubai and new push into India Continues...
Mandarin Oriental signs new Marrakech property
Wed, 03/28/2012 - 17:40 — Anonymous The luxury hotel group has signed an
agreement to manage a 61-room hotel in Marrakech, following last year"s
decision to withdraw its management contract on another property in the city
Continues...
agreement to manage a 61-room hotel in Marrakech, following last year"s
decision to withdraw its management contract on another property in the city
Continues...
St Regis Doha opening March 31
Wed, 03/28/2012 - 19:15 — Anonymous The 336-room property will feature 10
F&B venues including Gordon Ramsay and Hakkasan restaurants, Astor Grill, the
region"s first Remède Spa and first Jazz at Lincoln Center club outside the
US Continues...
F&B venues including Gordon Ramsay and Hakkasan restaurants, Astor Grill, the
region"s first Remède Spa and first Jazz at Lincoln Center club outside the
US Continues...
Air New Zealand to drop Beijing flights
Wed, 03/28/2012 - 15:47 — Anonymous The carrier says it will cut its
twice-weekly service to the Chinese capital in June, in favour of increased
frequencies to the financial centre of Shanghai Continues...
twice-weekly service to the Chinese capital in June, in favour of increased
frequencies to the financial centre of Shanghai Continues...
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Aloft Cupertino due summer 2013
Tue, 03/27/2012 - 21:31 — Anonymous Starwood Hotels and Resorts has
announced its second Aloft-branded hotel in Silicon Valley as it continues a
global growth push Continues...
announced its second Aloft-branded hotel in Silicon Valley as it continues a
global growth push Continues...
48 Hours in Olympic National Park: A Photo Tour
Tue, 03/27/2012 - 19:00 — Anonymous Entering Olympic National Park on
Washington's Olympic Peninsula is akin to stepping foot onto the surface of
another planet. The only temperate rain forest in North America, the
peninsula's dense terrain and near-constant downpours call to mind a South
American tropical jungle. Only the temperatures (and seasonal snow) give away
its North American location. Most [...]
Washington's Olympic Peninsula is akin to stepping foot onto the surface of
another planet. The only temperate rain forest in North America, the
peninsula's dense terrain and near-constant downpours call to mind a South
American tropical jungle. Only the temperatures (and seasonal snow) give away
its North American location. Most [...]
Scoot to fly to Tianjin
Tue, 03/27/2012 - 16:06 — Anonymous This will be the low-cost carrier's
third destination and first in Mainland China Continues...
third destination and first in Mainland China Continues...
BA to launch London City-Venice route
Tue, 03/27/2012 - 17:52 — Anonymous British Airways is to add to its
growing number of routes served out of London City, with a new service to
Venice launching in September Continues...
growing number of routes served out of London City, with a new service to
Venice launching in September Continues...
Qantas to fly commercial biofuel service
Tue, 03/27/2012 - 18:32 — Anonymous The Australian carrier is to operate
its first commercial flight using a 50:50 mix of biofuel and conventional jet
fuel next month Continues...
its first commercial flight using a 50:50 mix of biofuel and conventional jet
fuel next month Continues...
Jetstar Hong Kong will not cannabalise Jetstar Japan, airline boss says
Tue, 03/27/2012 - 07:05 — Anonymous The two sister low-cost carriers are to
complement each other and cover different aspects of the growing China market
Continues...
complement each other and cover different aspects of the growing China market
Continues...
JAL takes delivery of first two Dreamliners
Tue, 03/27/2012 - 13:49 — Anonymous The carrier will deploy these aircraft
on flights to Boston, Beijing, Moscow, New Delhi and Singapore, followed by
Helsinki and San Diego Continues...
on flights to Boston, Beijing, Moscow, New Delhi and Singapore, followed by
Helsinki and San Diego Continues...
Monday, March 26, 2012
Easyjet begins trial of allocated seating
Tue, 03/27/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous The carrier is offering three bands of
paid-for allocated seating, with the trial taking place on selected leisure
routes from Luton and Glasgow Continues...
paid-for allocated seating, with the trial taking place on selected leisure
routes from Luton and Glasgow Continues...
Caribbean Airlines to launch Gatwick-Trinidad route
Mon, 03/26/2012 - 23:03 — Anonymous The national carrier of Trinidad and
Tobago will launch four times-weekly non-stop flights between Gatwick and
Port of Spain in June, with a further three flights per week operating via
Barbados Continues...
Tobago will launch four times-weekly non-stop flights between Gatwick and
Port of Spain in June, with a further three flights per week operating via
Barbados Continues...
Best Vegan Shoes for Walking and Travel
Mon, 03/26/2012 - 20:00 — Anonymous As a vegetarian, I am always looking
for great vegan and vegetarian travel gear. I also like packing
light, which means that I can only bring a couple of pairs of shoes when I
am traveling. So I love vegan shoes that I can wear whether I am walking on
the beach or exploring a new city. Here are [...]
for great vegan and vegetarian travel gear. I also like packing
light, which means that I can only bring a couple of pairs of shoes when I
am traveling. So I love vegan shoes that I can wear whether I am walking on
the beach or exploring a new city. Here are [...]
Guoman and Thistle launch loyalty scheme
Mon, 03/26/2012 - 19:07 — Anonymous Guests at Guoman and Thistle properties
in the UK can now earn Signature rewards including upgrades, late check-out
privileges and free Sunday lunch Continues...
in the UK can now earn Signature rewards including upgrades, late check-out
privileges and free Sunday lunch Continues...
World's largest Holiday Inn and Conrad to open in Macau on April 11
Mon, 03/26/2012 - 09:44 — Anonymous The two properties are part of Sands
Cotai Central, which also features a mall and will be joined by Sheraton
Macao in September Continues...
Cotai Central, which also features a mall and will be joined by Sheraton
Macao in September Continues...
Qantas and China Eastern to launch Jetstar Hong Kong
Mon, 03/26/2012 - 12:07 — Anonymous The low-cost carrier is scheduled to
begin operations in 2013 Continues...
begin operations in 2013 Continues...
Gulf carriers suspend Baghdad flights
Mon, 03/26/2012 - 14:18 — Anonymous Neither Emirates nor Etihad are flying
to the Iraqi capital this week, ahead of the Arab League meeting on March 29
and a warning from Iraq authorities there may be commercial restrictions
Continues...
to the Iraqi capital this week, ahead of the Arab League meeting on March 29
and a warning from Iraq authorities there may be commercial restrictions
Continues...
Sunday, March 25, 2012
MMA Airlines targets May launch
Sun, 03/25/2012 - 12:12 — Anonymous New LCC will enter crowded UAE market,
targeting routes to the Subcontinent Continues...
targeting routes to the Subcontinent Continues...
Luxury hotels for Real Madrid Resort Island
Sun, 03/25/2012 - 15:04 — Anonymous Sporting showcase due to open in Ras Al
Khaimah by January 2015 aims to bolster brand's appeal in Middle East and
Asia Continues...
Khaimah by January 2015 aims to bolster brand's appeal in Middle East and
Asia Continues...
Second Rotana opening in Al Ain
Sun, 03/25/2012 - 18:02 — Anonymous The 250-room hotel, adjoining the Wahat
Hili Mall, will contain rooms spread over six floors, as well as six
conference rooms and business amenities Continues...
Hili Mall, will contain rooms spread over six floors, as well as six
conference rooms and business amenities Continues...
Saturday, March 24, 2012
Masterstroke
Sun, 03/25/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Forget bland décor – a growing
number of hotels are using art to make a statement, build their brand and
entice guests, writes Jenny Southan Continues...
number of hotels are using art to make a statement, build their brand and
entice guests, writes Jenny Southan Continues...
Top-class Toronto
Sun, 03/25/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Other cities may get the glory but
Canada"s financial capital is rich in culture, teeming with entertainment
options and blessed with natural beauty, discovers Sarah Staples Continues...
Canada"s financial capital is rich in culture, teeming with entertainment
options and blessed with natural beauty, discovers Sarah Staples Continues...
Friday, March 23, 2012
Olympic winner
Sat, 03/24/2012 - 07:02 — Anonymous Four years on from its own Games, Jenny
Southan finds Beijing is continuing to develop apace Continues...
Southan finds Beijing is continuing to develop apace Continues...
Malmaison to open Dundee property
Fri, 03/23/2012 - 23:01 — Anonymous Boutique hotel brand Malmaison is to
open a 91-room hotel in Scotland"s fourth largest city, with an agreement to
redevelop a listed building formerly housing the Tay Hotel Continues...
open a 91-room hotel in Scotland"s fourth largest city, with an agreement to
redevelop a listed building formerly housing the Tay Hotel Continues...
Iberia Express to launch on Sunday
Fri, 03/23/2012 - 20:57 — Anonymous The Iberia subsidiary will fly from
Madrid to 17 destinations this summer, including Dublin, Amsterdam, Palma,
Malaga and Seville Continues...
Madrid to 17 destinations this summer, including Dublin, Amsterdam, Palma,
Malaga and Seville Continues...
First look: Apex Temple Court Hotel
Fri, 03/23/2012 - 19:42 — Anonymous Business Traveller takes a tour around
the third London property by the four-star Apex Hotels brand, located off
Fleet Street within the capital"s Inner Temple area Continues...
the third London property by the four-star Apex Hotels brand, located off
Fleet Street within the capital"s Inner Temple area Continues...
Westin to open six hotels in China
Fri, 03/23/2012 - 13:19 — Anonymous The group has said it is on target to
open its 200th hotel worldwide this year, with a focus on Asia, particularly
China Continues...
open its 200th hotel worldwide this year, with a focus on Asia, particularly
China Continues...
Boeing joins Airbus in criticism of EU ETS
Fri, 03/23/2012 - 16:27 — Anonymous The two aircraft manufacturers state
that the scheme will hurt jobs, referring to the threat by Chinese airlines
to cancel orders Continues...
that the scheme will hurt jobs, referring to the threat by Chinese airlines
to cancel orders Continues...
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Easyjet opens new bases in Toulouse and Nice
Fri, 03/23/2012 - 00:12 — Anonymous The low-cost carrier has increased its
presence in France with two new bases in the southern cities of Toulouse and
Nice, in an attempt to solidify its position as France"s second largest
carrier Continues...
presence in France with two new bases in the southern cities of Toulouse and
Nice, in an attempt to solidify its position as France"s second largest
carrier Continues...
Hilton to open new Amsterdam Schiphol property
Fri, 03/23/2012 - 01:15 — Anonymous The 433-room hotel will be located
close to the group"s existing property on the access road to the airport
terminal, which will be demolished once the new hotel opens in 2015
Continues...
close to the group"s existing property on the access road to the airport
terminal, which will be demolished once the new hotel opens in 2015
Continues...
British Airways Olympic film Boy unveiled
Thu, 03/22/2012 - 18:25 — Anonymous Business Traveller had a sneak preview
of the British Airways-sponsored short film Boy, starring Timothy Spall,
which will be shown onboard in the run-up to London 2012 Continues...
of the British Airways-sponsored short film Boy, starring Timothy Spall,
which will be shown onboard in the run-up to London 2012 Continues...
Fairmont opens first hotel in Eastern Europe
Thu, 03/22/2012 - 23:31 — Anonymous The 258-room Fairmont Grand Hotel Kiev
opened its doors this week, making it the luxury chain"s first property in
Eastern Europe Continues...
opened its doors this week, making it the luxury chain"s first property in
Eastern Europe Continues...
Yurt Camping Guide: Year-Round Yurts in State Parks
Thu, 03/22/2012 - 19:00 — Anonymous Thanks to yurt camping, the newest
camping craze taking off like wildfire across the U.S., you don't need to
own a (gas guzzling) RV or camping trailer to enjoy state parks and
campgrounds all year long. Park systems in nearly every state now feature
these fun, functional, and cozy shelters in at least a handful [...]
camping craze taking off like wildfire across the U.S., you don't need to
own a (gas guzzling) RV or camping trailer to enjoy state parks and
campgrounds all year long. Park systems in nearly every state now feature
these fun, functional, and cozy shelters in at least a handful [...]
Hotel de Crillon to close for refurb
Thu, 03/22/2012 - 18:03 — Anonymous The luxury Paris hotel is to close for
two years, joining the Ritz Paris in undergoing major refurbishment in the
face of competition from new properties including Mandarin Oriental and
Shangri-La Continues...
two years, joining the Ritz Paris in undergoing major refurbishment in the
face of competition from new properties including Mandarin Oriental and
Shangri-La Continues...
JAL's Dreamliner to be delivered on March 25
Thu, 03/22/2012 - 13:00 — Anonymous The carrier is also revealing the
routes that will be served by this new aircraft Continues...
routes that will be served by this new aircraft Continues...
Emirates compensates A380 passengers 'with miles and cash'
Thu, 03/22/2012 - 15:21 — Anonymous President Tim Clark describes the
situation as "a mess" in an interview with Bloomberg Continues...
situation as "a mess" in an interview with Bloomberg Continues...
Two hotels for Dubai cultural hub
Thu, 03/22/2012 - 14:29 — Anonymous An opera house and modern art museum
also form part of the future plans for Downtown Dubai Continues...
also form part of the future plans for Downtown Dubai Continues...
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
BA extends DIY bag tagging to London City
Wed, 03/21/2012 - 21:13 — Anonymous British Airways passengers departing
London City with checked luggage can now tag the bags themselves, following
the launch of the service at Gatwick airport last year Continues...
London City with checked luggage can now tag the bags themselves, following
the launch of the service at Gatwick airport last year Continues...
Air Berlin set to adopt Etihad’s business class seating
Wed, 03/21/2012 - 22:11 — Anonymous The carrier looks set to refit selected
A330 aircraft serving the Berlin-Abu Dhabi route with Etihad's business
class seating, following the Gulf airline's increased shareholding in Air
Berlin last year Continues...
A330 aircraft serving the Berlin-Abu Dhabi route with Etihad's business
class seating, following the Gulf airline's increased shareholding in Air
Berlin last year Continues...
Raffles opening in the Maldives and Manila
Wed, 03/21/2012 - 18:38 — Anonymous Raffles Konotta Maldives and Raffles
Makati scheduled to open towards the end of this year, and next year will see
new properties in Hainan, Istanbul and Jakarta Continues...
Makati scheduled to open towards the end of this year, and next year will see
new properties in Hainan, Istanbul and Jakarta Continues...
Air Berlin launches double miles promotion
Wed, 03/21/2012 - 19:12 — Anonymous Members of Air Berlin's Topbonus
programme can earn double miles when flying on any Oneworld carrier, and
members of other Oneworld airline loyalty schemes will earn double miles on
Air Berlin flights Continues...
programme can earn double miles when flying on any Oneworld carrier, and
members of other Oneworld airline loyalty schemes will earn double miles on
Air Berlin flights Continues...
Etihad and China Eastern sign MoU
Wed, 03/21/2012 - 18:13 — Anonymous Etihad's second proposed tie-up with a
Chinese carrier encompasses schedule co-ordination, codesharing between the
UAE and China - and in time on each other's networks - full frequent flyer
reciprocity, airport lounge access and joint product development Continues...
Chinese carrier encompasses schedule co-ordination, codesharing between the
UAE and China - and in time on each other's networks - full frequent flyer
reciprocity, airport lounge access and joint product development Continues...
Iberia Express to join Oneworld as affiliate member
Wed, 03/21/2012 - 18:42 — Anonymous The Iberia subsidiary will launch
services on Sunday March 25, and will immediately become an affiliate member
of the Oneworld alliance Continues...
services on Sunday March 25, and will immediately become an affiliate member
of the Oneworld alliance Continues...
Second Radisson Blu opens in Chennai
Wed, 03/21/2012 - 13:46 — Anonymous This property, along with 13 others in
the pipeline for India, furthers the parent group's Ambition 2015 masterplan
Continues...
the pipeline for India, furthers the parent group's Ambition 2015 masterplan
Continues...
Special report: Oneworld gears up for new Berlin hub
Wed, 03/21/2012 - 15:34 — Anonymous Business Traveller attended the
inauguration of Air Berlin into Oneworld at the forthcoming Berlin
Brandenburg airport, which will become the alliance's third largest hub in
Europe when it opens in June Continues...
inauguration of Air Berlin into Oneworld at the forthcoming Berlin
Brandenburg airport, which will become the alliance's third largest hub in
Europe when it opens in June Continues...
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Jumeirah Restaurants hungry for expansion
Wed, 03/21/2012 - 11:30 — Anonymous As a second Rivington Grill opens in
Dubai, plans are afoot to roll out Noodle House "in a major European country"
soon and a new venue opens in Bahrain next month Continues...
Dubai, plans are afoot to roll out Noodle House "in a major European country"
soon and a new venue opens in Bahrain next month Continues...
Cameron admits need for more air capacity
Tue, 03/20/2012 - 21:23 — Anonymous Prime Minster David Cameron has
admitted the government must find ways to increase air capacity in the south
east to maintain the UK"s position as a major aviation hub. Continues...
admitted the government must find ways to increase air capacity in the south
east to maintain the UK"s position as a major aviation hub. Continues...
What to Bring: Camping List
Tue, 03/20/2012 - 20:16 — Anonymous Camping is one of the best ways to
travel green. Unfortunately, many well-intentioned campers leave behind a
bigger footprint than they realize. In order to have a truly green camping
experience, it is important to practice leave-no-trace camping. One of the
easiest ways to do that is to simply buy and bring less gear. Whether you
[...]
travel green. Unfortunately, many well-intentioned campers leave behind a
bigger footprint than they realize. In order to have a truly green camping
experience, it is important to practice leave-no-trace camping. One of the
easiest ways to do that is to simply buy and bring less gear. Whether you
[...]
Virgin airlines make flight rewards global
Tue, 03/20/2012 - 18:20 — Anonymous Virgin Atlantic Airways, Virgin America
and Virgin Australia have fully linked their frequent flier programs
Continues...
and Virgin Australia have fully linked their frequent flier programs
Continues...
Hong Kong government gives green light for third runway
Tue, 03/20/2012 - 18:17 — Anonymous The city's airport authority will now
need to complete an environmental assessment, plan design details and a
financial analysis of the project before getting final approval Continues...
need to complete an environmental assessment, plan design details and a
financial analysis of the project before getting final approval Continues...
Helsinki
Tue, 03/20/2012 - 19:01 — Anonymous Alisha Haridasani discovers a
fascinating conglomeration of distinctive designs and delectable treats in
2012's World Design Capital Continues...
fascinating conglomeration of distinctive designs and delectable treats in
2012's World Design Capital Continues...
Jet Airways to rebrand low-cost carriers as JetKonnect
Tue, 03/20/2012 - 12:06 — Anonymous Its two low-cost subsidiaries, Jet Lite
and Jet Airways Konnect, will be rebranded under the new single brand
Continues...
and Jet Airways Konnect, will be rebranded under the new single brand
Continues...
IHG expands presence in Latin America
Mon, 03/19/2012 - 20:30 — Anonymous The hotel company has signed agreements
for three more Holiday Inn Express hotels in Colombia Continues...
for three more Holiday Inn Express hotels in Colombia Continues...
Marriott to open in Krasnoyarsk, Russia
Mon, 03/19/2012 - 20:33 — Anonymous The 216-guestroom property is slated to
open in 2014 Continues...
open in 2014 Continues...
Global launch for StarwoodMeetings.com
Tue, 03/20/2012 - 15:03 — Anonymous Maps, floor plans and meeting services,
among other features, across 1,000 hotels now available on dedicated portal
Continues...
among other features, across 1,000 hotels now available on dedicated portal
Continues...
First look: Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche
Tue, 03/20/2012 - 13:31 — Anonymous Five-star brand makes artistic arrival
in the UAE capital Continues...
in the UAE capital Continues...
Monday, March 19, 2012
Legoland opens hotel to business
Tue, 03/20/2012 - 10:39 — Anonymous Legoland Windsor Resort Hotel now open
for team building - highest Lego tower wins. Continues...
for team building - highest Lego tower wins. Continues...
W Singapore to open in August this year
Tue, 03/20/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous The hotel, located on Sentosa Island,
will reflect its natural surroundings Continues...
will reflect its natural surroundings Continues...
Lufthansa seeks Gulf airline restrictions
Mon, 03/19/2012 - 22:05 — Anonymous The German national airline"s CEO,
Christoph Franz, has criticised the Gulf carriers for their aggressive
European expansion, Alex McWhirter reports Continues...
Christoph Franz, has criticised the Gulf carriers for their aggressive
European expansion, Alex McWhirter reports Continues...
6 Tips for How to Use Twitter for Travel
Mon, 03/19/2012 - 20:00 — Anonymous Earlier this month Twitter announced
that it is now available in 28 languages, and millions of people around the
world are active on the social networking site. If you have been hesitant to
jump on the 140-character bandwagon, here is just one more reason you should:
It can be a great travel tool. Whether you are [...]
that it is now available in 28 languages, and millions of people around the
world are active on the social networking site. If you have been hesitant to
jump on the 140-character bandwagon, here is just one more reason you should:
It can be a great travel tool. Whether you are [...]
First Pullman opens in Morocco
Mon, 03/19/2012 - 18:38 — Anonymous Pullman Marrakech Palmeraie Resort &
Spa contains 252 rooms spread around an olive grove, along with a congress
room and nine meeting rooms Continues...
Spa contains 252 rooms spread around an olive grove, along with a congress
room and nine meeting rooms Continues...
Pera Palace Hotel Jumeirah, Istanbul opening May 1
Mon, 03/19/2012 - 19:02 — Anonymous Dubai group's first management venture
in Turkey is a luxury museum hotel containing 115 rooms Continues...
in Turkey is a luxury museum hotel containing 115 rooms Continues...
Heathrow Express set for more strikes
Mon, 03/19/2012 - 18:22 — Anonymous Heathrow Express is set to be hit by
two more days of strike action in the next week Continues...
two more days of strike action in the next week Continues...
Airlines warn on Olympics airport delays
Mon, 03/19/2012 - 18:18 — Anonymous Airlines are warning that there could
be "severe delay and disruption" at the major airports in the south-east
during the Olympics this summer Continues...
be "severe delay and disruption" at the major airports in the south-east
during the Olympics this summer Continues...
IHG launches Hualuxe brand for Chinese travellers
Mon, 03/19/2012 - 13:59 — Anonymous The upscale brand will initially be
launched in China before opening in major cities around the world
Continues...
launched in China before opening in major cities around the world
Continues...
Saturday, March 17, 2012
Cut the cost of... flights
Sun, 03/18/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Business Traveller offers
tried-and-tested tips on getting more for your money. This month: cutting the
cost of flights Continues...
tried-and-tested tips on getting more for your money. This month: cutting the
cost of flights Continues...
Friday, March 16, 2012
Inspector gadgets
Sat, 03/17/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Steve Dinneen delves into the murky
world of corporate and domestic espionage, and reveals which gadgets you
should have in your secret stash Continues...
world of corporate and domestic espionage, and reveals which gadgets you
should have in your secret stash Continues...
Ask Alex
Sat, 03/17/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Business Traveller's consumer editor
Alex McWhirter answers your latest questions on car rental prices, avoiding
APD charges, and flight frequencies between Gatwick and Malaga Continues...
Alex McWhirter answers your latest questions on car rental prices, avoiding
APD charges, and flight frequencies between Gatwick and Malaga Continues...
Etihad to offer organic first class dining
Fri, 03/16/2012 - 22:44 — Anonymous The carrier has partnered with Abu
Dhabi Organics Farms to offer its first class passengers organic food
products including eggs, vegetables and honey Continues...
Dhabi Organics Farms to offer its first class passengers organic food
products including eggs, vegetables and honey Continues...
Top 5 St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations Worldwide: Go Green on March 17th
Fri, 03/16/2012 - 21:00 — Anonymous Originating as a Catholic holiday, St.
Patrick's Day has long been regarded as the party of the year in cities
proud of Irish heritage. Ireland hardly holds a monopoly on the holiday,
however: St. Patrick's Day celebrations can be found worldwide. Wherever
you're roaming, a parade, festival, or at least a leprechaun is sure to
[...]
Patrick's Day has long been regarded as the party of the year in cities
proud of Irish heritage. Ireland hardly holds a monopoly on the holiday,
however: St. Patrick's Day celebrations can be found worldwide. Wherever
you're roaming, a parade, festival, or at least a leprechaun is sure to
[...]
Cityjet increases LCY-Edinburgh flights
Fri, 03/16/2012 - 17:21 — Anonymous The Air France subsidiary has added a
fourth-daily weekday service between London City and Edinburgh, as well as
Sunday evening flight from London City to the Scottish capital Continues...
fourth-daily weekday service between London City and Edinburgh, as well as
Sunday evening flight from London City to the Scottish capital Continues...
Icelandair to launch Gatwick-Reykjavik route
Fri, 03/16/2012 - 18:58 — Anonymous The carrier is the latest to announce
new flights between London and Iceland, with a twice-weekly service from
Gatwick complimenting its existing Heathrow flights Continues...
new flights between London and Iceland, with a twice-weekly service from
Gatwick complimenting its existing Heathrow flights Continues...
Arik Air suspends London-Abuja route
Fri, 03/16/2012 - 17:41 — Anonymous The carrier has again been forced to
suspend its route between London and Abuja, following the breakdown in
discussions between the UK and Nigeria governments over bilateral air service
agreements Continues...
suspend its route between London and Abuja, following the breakdown in
discussions between the UK and Nigeria governments over bilateral air service
agreements Continues...
Tune Hotels opens in Manila
Fri, 03/16/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous This is the no-frills hotel group's
third property in the Philippines, with four more to come Continues...
third property in the Philippines, with four more to come Continues...
Thursday, March 15, 2012
Emirates to launch Washington route
Thu, 03/15/2012 - 22:19 — Anonymous The carrier will fly daily between
Dubai and Washington DC starting on September 12, using three-class
B777-300ER aircraft Continues...
Dubai and Washington DC starting on September 12, using three-class
B777-300ER aircraft Continues...
Melia to open property in La Defense district of Paris
Thu, 03/15/2012 - 23:22 — Anonymous Melia Hotels International is to open a
369-room hotel in the La Defense district of Paris in 2014 Continues...
369-room hotel in the La Defense district of Paris in 2014 Continues...
5 Tips for a Green Safari Adventure in Africa
Thu, 03/15/2012 - 19:00 — Anonymous Imagine being able to witness the
legendary wildebeest migration first-hand, or getting to watch dozens of
elephants at a watering hole. Going on a safari in Africa is an adventure of
a lifetime. Although safaris are not known for being green, it is possible
to have an environmentally friendly safari experience. I've gone on a dozen
[...]
legendary wildebeest migration first-hand, or getting to watch dozens of
elephants at a watering hole. Going on a safari in Africa is an adventure of
a lifetime. Although safaris are not known for being green, it is possible
to have an environmentally friendly safari experience. I've gone on a dozen
[...]
Virgin Media to provide wifi for London Underground
Thu, 03/15/2012 - 18:26 — Anonymous Sir Richard Branson"s Virgin Media has
been selected to provide wifi internet services at London Underground
stations from this summer Continues...
been selected to provide wifi internet services at London Underground
stations from this summer Continues...
IATA urges major reforms to Indian aviation industry
Thu, 03/15/2012 - 17:27 — Anonymous Tony Tyler, director general and chief
executive of the industry body, proposes ways to make the country's airlines
competitive globally Continues...
executive of the industry body, proposes ways to make the country's airlines
competitive globally Continues...
The big picture: King's Cross Western Concourse
Thu, 03/15/2012 - 19:27 — Anonymous London's King's Cross station has
completed the £550 million redevelopment of its Western Concourse, with 45
million passengers per year set to benefit from the new facilities when it
opens next week Continues...
completed the £550 million redevelopment of its Western Concourse, with 45
million passengers per year set to benefit from the new facilities when it
opens next week Continues...
Centara to launch four-star brand in Bangkok this year
Thu, 03/15/2012 - 11:46 — Anonymous The Centra Central Station Bangkok, the
group's second property in the Thai capital, is marketed as an affordable
hotel Continues...
group's second property in the Thai capital, is marketed as an affordable
hotel Continues...
Park Hyatt Sydney reopens
Thu, 03/15/2012 - 14:23 — Anonymous Following multimillion dollar
renovation, hotel now features three rooftop suites built on a new fourth
level, providing close to 360-degree views of the famous sights Continues...
renovation, hotel now features three rooftop suites built on a new fourth
level, providing close to 360-degree views of the famous sights Continues...
Dusit offering free wifi globally
Thu, 03/15/2012 - 12:00 — Anonymous Thai group says universal connectivity
is no longer optional and a basic amenity, like housekeeping and concierge
services Continues...
is no longer optional and a basic amenity, like housekeeping and concierge
services Continues...
Metropolitan Hotel Dubai closes
Thu, 03/15/2012 - 14:00 — Anonymous Today marks the end of an era for the
popular landmark hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road Continues...
popular landmark hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road Continues...
Virgin to relaunch Mumbai route
Thu, 03/15/2012 - 16:47 — Anonymous The carrier will offer a daily service
to the Indian city for the first time since 2009, operated with new A330
aircraft fitted with the carrier's forthcoming Upper Class Dreamsuite
Continues...
to the Indian city for the first time since 2009, operated with new A330
aircraft fitted with the carrier's forthcoming Upper Class Dreamsuite
Continues...
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Kingfisher cancels international routes
Wed, 03/14/2012 - 18:29 — Anonymous The carrier has already ceased several
routes including London-Delhi in order to cut costs, and all wide-body
international services will be dropped as of April 9 Continues...
routes including London-Delhi in order to cut costs, and all wide-body
international services will be dropped as of April 9 Continues...
AirAsia X ups frequencies to Taipei and Perth
Wed, 03/14/2012 - 13:11 — Anonymous This positive news is in response to
the growing popularity of both destinations Continues...
the growing popularity of both destinations Continues...
BA unveils Olympics menu
Wed, 03/14/2012 - 16:45 — Anonymous Simon Hulstone and Heston Blumenthal
have created meals inspired by BOAC menus from 1948, the last time the
Olympics was held in London Continues...
have created meals inspired by BOAC menus from 1948, the last time the
Olympics was held in London Continues...
Etihad adding four Cairo flights
Wed, 03/14/2012 - 11:17 — Anonymous Airline anticipates rising demand from
government officials and business travellers, with new A320 services starting
June Continues...
government officials and business travellers, with new A320 services starting
June Continues...
Looking back: BOAC menu from 1948
Wed, 03/14/2012 - 17:01 — Anonymous As part of BA's research into its
London 2012 in-flight meal service for this summer, the carrier has published
a BOAC menu from 1948, the last time London staged the Games Continues...
London 2012 in-flight meal service for this summer, the carrier has published
a BOAC menu from 1948, the last time London staged the Games Continues...
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
Finnair trials anti-jet lag headset
Tue, 03/13/2012 - 23:46 — Anonymous Passengers on the carrier"s route
between Helsinki and Shanghai will be able to try out a "bright light
headset" said to help passengers adapt to jet lag by channeling bright light
into the brain via the ear canal Continues...
between Helsinki and Shanghai will be able to try out a "bright light
headset" said to help passengers adapt to jet lag by channeling bright light
into the brain via the ear canal Continues...
Skywork revamps fare structure
Tue, 03/13/2012 - 23:05 — Anonymous The Swiss carrier, which flies between
London City and Bern, has launched four new fare categories, including a
bundled option offering flexible ticketing, onboard iPads and lounge access
Continues...
London City and Bern, has launched four new fare categories, including a
bundled option offering flexible ticketing, onboard iPads and lounge access
Continues...
How to Use Pinterest as a Trip Planner
Tue, 03/13/2012 - 21:00 — Anonymous It seems that everyone, from my
journalist friends to my elderly neighbor, is raving about Pinterest these
days. Visually appealing and surprisingly intuitive to use, its vast array of
user-generated "pinboards" make it a natural travel and trip planner.
Best of all, Pinterest meets multiple travel planning needs, taking your next
adventure from conception to [...]
journalist friends to my elderly neighbor, is raving about Pinterest these
days. Visually appealing and surprisingly intuitive to use, its vast array of
user-generated "pinboards" make it a natural travel and trip planner.
Best of all, Pinterest meets multiple travel planning needs, taking your next
adventure from conception to [...]
Etihad and Air Berlin integrating Dreamliner programmes
Tue, 03/13/2012 - 18:18 — Anonymous The cost-saving move will see both
airlines share infrastructure, pool maintenance, develop joint training
programmes, streamline purchasing activity and work jointly on product
development Continues...
airlines share infrastructure, pool maintenance, develop joint training
programmes, streamline purchasing activity and work jointly on product
development Continues...
Mandarin Oriental to open in Atlanta
Tue, 03/13/2012 - 16:04 — Anonymous The luxury brand will take over the
Mansion on Peachtree from Rosewood Hotels and Resorts from May Continues...
Mansion on Peachtree from Rosewood Hotels and Resorts from May Continues...
Kingfisher to drop London routes?
Tue, 03/13/2012 - 18:56 — Anonymous Troubled Indian carrier Kingfisher
Airlines looks set to drop flights from Heathrow to Delhi and Mumbai from
next month Continues...
Airlines looks set to drop flights from Heathrow to Delhi and Mumbai from
next month Continues...
Emirates Launches Seattle Route
Tue, 03/13/2012 - 16:31 — Anonymous Emirates launched the first direct air
bridge between the Middle East and America’s Northwest earlier this
month, as its inaugural service from Dubai departed for Seattle-Tacoma
International Airport. The Emirates’ -Seattle service is set to
generate a host of
bridge between the Middle East and America’s Northwest earlier this
month, as its inaugural service from Dubai departed for Seattle-Tacoma
International Airport. The Emirates’ -Seattle service is set to
generate a host of
Meet and Seat now on SA Flights
Tue, 03/13/2012 - 16:39 — Anonymous KLM’s Meet & Seat lets you find
out about interesting people who will be on board your KLM flight such as
other passengers attending the same event as you at your destination. Simply
share your Facebook or LinkedIn profile through Manage my Booking. Next,
check other p
out about interesting people who will be on board your KLM flight such as
other passengers attending the same event as you at your destination. Simply
share your Facebook or LinkedIn profile through Manage my Booking. Next,
check other p
SAA to grow domestic market
Tue, 03/13/2012 - 16:51 — Anonymous South African Airways is repositioning
itself domestically, with the first signs being more pro-active and tactical
specials to be released into the market, says Head of Market RSA & Voyager,
Manoj Papa. Speaking at the recent ITMSA forum in Cape Town, Papa said a new
group corpor
itself domestically, with the first signs being more pro-active and tactical
specials to be released into the market, says Head of Market RSA & Voyager,
Manoj Papa. Speaking at the recent ITMSA forum in Cape Town, Papa said a new
group corpor
Save on Data Roaming Charges
Tue, 03/13/2012 - 16:57 — Anonymous Save on data roaming costs with Flight
Centre South Africa and Maxroam Flight Centre South Africa and Maxroam has
signed a partnership deal that will allow travellers to save as much as 90%
on their data roaming charging while abroad. The Maxroam SIM card has no
connec
Centre South Africa and Maxroam Flight Centre South Africa and Maxroam has
signed a partnership deal that will allow travellers to save as much as 90%
on their data roaming charging while abroad. The Maxroam SIM card has no
connec
Travelling to Nigeria? Take Note.
Tue, 03/13/2012 - 17:01 — Anonymous Please note that due to the
“stringent” immigration requirements imposed by the Nigerian
Authorities, all business and leisure travelers to Nigeria must carry the
following documentation with them in accordance with Nigerian immigration
requirements: 1. Letter of Invi
“stringent” immigration requirements imposed by the Nigerian
Authorities, all business and leisure travelers to Nigeria must carry the
following documentation with them in accordance with Nigerian immigration
requirements: 1. Letter of Invi
Radisson Blu - High Speed Internet
Tue, 03/13/2012 - 17:08 — Anonymous Get free, high-speed Internet at any
Radisson Blu hotel around the world. With their easy-to-follow instructions,
you can log on to your corporate network, access email, download music, shop,
do whatever it is you like to do online, and do it for free! Long committed
to be
Radisson Blu hotel around the world. With their easy-to-follow instructions,
you can log on to your corporate network, access email, download music, shop,
do whatever it is you like to do online, and do it for free! Long committed
to be
Winners of the Client Survey
Tue, 03/13/2012 - 18:25 — Anonymous Congratulations go to Mathilda
Marthinus of Cell Life, Prenesh Lingham of Continental Outdoor Media and
Kerry Holmes of Shoden Data who completed our Client Survey and were entered
into the draw. They have each won a Corporate Traveller Gift Card to the
value of R1500! Well do
Marthinus of Cell Life, Prenesh Lingham of Continental Outdoor Media and
Kerry Holmes of Shoden Data who completed our Client Survey and were entered
into the draw. They have each won a Corporate Traveller Gift Card to the
value of R1500! Well do
Iberia pulls out of South Africa
Tue, 03/13/2012 - 18:29 — Anonymous Iberia Airlines has announced that
effective 1 May 2012 they will suspend flights between Madrid and
Johannesburg. Please speak to your Corporate Traveller travel manager should
this affect any bookings you may have. British Airways has indicated that
as a result, c
effective 1 May 2012 they will suspend flights between Madrid and
Johannesburg. Please speak to your Corporate Traveller travel manager should
this affect any bookings you may have. British Airways has indicated that
as a result, c
Airbus makes noise on 'B7aid7' ruling
Tue, 03/13/2012 - 14:25 — Anonymous WTO Appellate Body found that
unaddressed subsidies to Boeing totalled around $3 billion – although US
manufacturer said that's considerably less than the $18 billion Europe has
given to Airbus Continues...
unaddressed subsidies to Boeing totalled around $3 billion – although US
manufacturer said that's considerably less than the $18 billion Europe has
given to Airbus Continues...
Emirates upgrading Germany services
Tue, 03/13/2012 - 15:09 — Anonymous More of the airline's daily Munich,
Dusseldorf and Frankfurt services are set to be upgraded to B777-300s
Continues...
Dusseldorf and Frankfurt services are set to be upgraded to B777-300s
Continues...
Monday, March 12, 2012
Air India gears up for Dreamliner delivery
Mon, 03/12/2012 - 20:09 — Anonymous A Boeing Dreamliner aircraft painted in
Air India livery has touched down at New Delhi's Indira Gandhi International
airport, ahead of the delivery of the carrier's first B787 Continues...
Air India livery has touched down at New Delhi's Indira Gandhi International
airport, ahead of the delivery of the carrier's first B787 Continues...
Long-Term Travel: Why it Works for Us
Mon, 03/12/2012 - 21:21 — Anonymous Americans get an average of 25 days of
vacation each year, so when they think of travel, they often assume it must
fit into this time frame. Week-long trips can be wonderful, but often feel
like a whirlwind — especially when you're traveling internationally. By
the time you get over jet-lag, it can feel like you [...]
vacation each year, so when they think of travel, they often assume it must
fit into this time frame. Week-long trips can be wonderful, but often feel
like a whirlwind — especially when you're traveling internationally. By
the time you get over jet-lag, it can feel like you [...]
ETS heat turned up on European governments
Mon, 03/12/2012 - 19:01 — Anonymous Airbus and eight aviation companies
write to political leaders to take action and stop an escalating trade war
with China and other countries opposing the European Emissions Trading Scheme
Continues...
write to political leaders to take action and stop an escalating trade war
with China and other countries opposing the European Emissions Trading Scheme
Continues...
Emirates raising Rome to triple daily
Mon, 03/12/2012 - 18:06 — Anonymous New early morning flight from October
will be operated by a three-class A330-200 Continues...
will be operated by a three-class A330-200 Continues...
AirAsia X drops Christchurch
Mon, 03/12/2012 - 17:32 — Anonymous The flight will no longer fly this
route from May 30 in order to improve cost efficiency, the carrier says
Continues...
route from May 30 in order to improve cost efficiency, the carrier says
Continues...
Tom Dixon to design Mondrian London
Mon, 03/12/2012 - 18:50 — Anonymous British-based designer Tom Dixon has
taken on his first hotel project, the 360-room Mondrian London within Sea
Containers House on London"s South Bank Continues...
taken on his first hotel project, the 360-room Mondrian London within Sea
Containers House on London"s South Bank Continues...
Qatar Airways announces five routes
Mon, 03/12/2012 - 13:08 — Anonymous Erbil, Baghdad, Kilimanjaro, Belgrade
and Myanmar will join the seven previously announced routes in 2012, while
summer network changes will see capacity ramped up in the Gulf, Europe and
Asia Continues...
and Myanmar will join the seven previously announced routes in 2012, while
summer network changes will see capacity ramped up in the Gulf, Europe and
Asia Continues...
Emirates counts cost of grounding A380s
Sun, 03/11/2012 - 14:11 — Anonymous Airline expects to lose up to $90m in
revenues by the end of March - but admits wing cracks have been found on 10
A380s inspected so far Continues...
revenues by the end of March - but admits wing cracks have been found on 10
A380s inspected so far Continues...
Riyadh chosen for Hotel Indigo ME debut
Mon, 03/12/2012 - 14:10 — Anonymous The 225-room hotel will open in the
King Abdullah Financial District, and IHG confirms second InterContinental
hotel in the city Continues...
King Abdullah Financial District, and IHG confirms second InterContinental
hotel in the city Continues...
Saturday, March 10, 2012
In the picture
Sun, 03/11/2012 - 07:02 — Anonymous Stats presented in illuminating ways.
This issue: hotel expansion across major international brands Continues...
This issue: hotel expansion across major international brands Continues...
Friday, March 9, 2012
In focus
Sat, 03/10/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Alex McWhirter examines topical issues.
This month: do all-business class services work? Continues...
This month: do all-business class services work? Continues...
Changing lanes
Sat, 03/10/2012 - 07:02 — Anonymous Going through security can be stressful
even for seasoned travellers. Jenny Southan reports on new developments that
might make the process smoother Continues...
even for seasoned travellers. Jenny Southan reports on new developments that
might make the process smoother Continues...
Scoot reveals class categories
Fri, 03/09/2012 - 23:24 — Anonymous Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of
Singapore Airlines, has revealed its seat specifications and four travel
classes ahead of its expected launch around June this year Continues...
Singapore Airlines, has revealed its seat specifications and four travel
classes ahead of its expected launch around June this year Continues...
BA gears up for premium Moscow service
Fri, 03/09/2012 - 20:48 — Anonymous This week British Airways previewed its
new long-haul service from London to the Russian capital, which will kick off
on March 25 Continues...
new long-haul service from London to the Russian capital, which will kick off
on March 25 Continues...
The Mere set to reopen as hotel and golf resort
Fri, 03/09/2012 - 19:59 — Anonymous A £15 million investment will see the
venue reopen with 81 hotel rooms, new dining options and redesigned
conference suites Continues...
venue reopen with 81 hotel rooms, new dining options and redesigned
conference suites Continues...
4 Reasons I’m Glad I Traveled in My 20′s
Fri, 03/09/2012 - 21:15 — Anonymous A recent survey showed that more than
50% of people wished they would have saved more money for travel during their
20′s. Eighteen months after college, I quit my first "real job," sold
everything, and moved to South Africa. Throughout the next four years, I was
able to travel to over a dozen countries in [...]
50% of people wished they would have saved more money for travel during their
20′s. Eighteen months after college, I quit my first "real job," sold
everything, and moved to South Africa. Throughout the next four years, I was
able to travel to over a dozen countries in [...]
Hyatt Regency to debut in Moscow
Fri, 03/09/2012 - 18:09 — Anonymous Hyatt"s Regency brand is to join the
existing Ararat Park Hyatt in Moscow in 2015, with a 297-room hotel located
within a complex including the redeveloped Dynamo Moscow football stadium
Continues...
existing Ararat Park Hyatt in Moscow in 2015, with a 297-room hotel located
within a complex including the redeveloped Dynamo Moscow football stadium
Continues...
Eastern Airways to launch Southampton-Brussels route
Fri, 03/09/2012 - 18:46 — Anonymous The regional carrier will fill the gap
left by the withdrawal of Flybe from the Southampton-Brussels route last
month Continues...
left by the withdrawal of Flybe from the Southampton-Brussels route last
month Continues...
Hyatt to open two hotels at Zurich airport
Fri, 03/09/2012 - 18:28 — Anonymous The Hyatt Regency and Hyatt Place
properties will be housed within the mixed use development The Circle, and
are expected to open in 2017 Continues...
properties will be housed within the mixed use development The Circle, and
are expected to open in 2017 Continues...
BA to launch Olympics pop-up venue
Fri, 03/09/2012 - 17:06 — Anonymous The carrier is to open a temporary
venue in East London next month showcasing its Great Britons talent. "Flight
BA2012" will offer guests a three-in-one dining, cinema and art experience
Continues...
venue in East London next month showcasing its Great Britons talent. "Flight
BA2012" will offer guests a three-in-one dining, cinema and art experience
Continues...
Qantas ends talks on collaboration with Malaysia Airlines
Fri, 03/09/2012 - 16:01 — Anonymous The two carriers discussed plans to
build a premium airline together but were unable to agree on commercial terms
Continues...
build a premium airline together but were unable to agree on commercial terms
Continues...
Thursday, March 8, 2012
Heathrow Express unveils £16 million rebrand
Thu, 03/08/2012 - 21:55 — Anonymous The BAA-owned rail operator will add
larger, individual seats in first class, as well as new widescreen TVs in
carriages, and revamped staff uniforms and corporate colours Continues...
larger, individual seats in first class, as well as new widescreen TVs in
carriages, and revamped staff uniforms and corporate colours Continues...
No.1 Traveller launches new a la carte menus
Thu, 03/08/2012 - 23:21 — Anonymous The airport lounge operator has
partnered with British chef Michael Nadra to create a new paid-for a la carte
food menu at its lounges at Heathrow and Gatwick Continues...
partnered with British chef Michael Nadra to create a new paid-for a la carte
food menu at its lounges at Heathrow and Gatwick Continues...
The big picture: Hong Kong Airlines launches London flights
Thu, 03/08/2012 - 19:41 — Anonymous Hong Kong Airlines' all Club-class
A330-200 landed at Gatwick airport this morning (March 8) for the first time,
coming in half an hour ahead of schedule, at 0530 Continues...
A330-200 landed at Gatwick airport this morning (March 8) for the first time,
coming in half an hour ahead of schedule, at 0530 Continues...
Qantas begins A380 wifi trials
Thu, 03/08/2012 - 20:19 — Anonymous The carrier is trialling wifi
connectivity on six A380 aircraft operating between Australia and the US. The
trial will run for eight weeks and will be available to business and first
class passengers Continues...
connectivity on six A380 aircraft operating between Australia and the US. The
trial will run for eight weeks and will be available to business and first
class passengers Continues...
The big picture: Hong Kong Airlines launches London flights
Thu, 03/08/2012 - 19:41 — Anonymous Hong Kong Airlines' all Club-class
A330-200 landed at Gatwick airport this morning (March 8) for the first time,
coming in half an hour ahead of schedule, at 0530 Continues...
A330-200 landed at Gatwick airport this morning (March 8) for the first time,
coming in half an hour ahead of schedule, at 0530 Continues...
Flybe to establish Manchester "network hub"
Thu, 03/08/2012 - 19:35 — Anonymous The regional carrier is to set up a hub
at Manchester airport, allowing the creation of 86 new point-to-point
connections through the airport, including Norwich to Aberdeen and Exeter to
Inverness Continues...
at Manchester airport, allowing the creation of 86 new point-to-point
connections through the airport, including Norwich to Aberdeen and Exeter to
Inverness Continues...
Dubai World Central passenger services 'put back 10 years'
Thu, 03/08/2012 - 11:47 — Anonymous Dubai Airports' CEO Paul Griffiths says
full commercial passenger services at the new airport are not likely to start
until 2027 Continues...
full commercial passenger services at the new airport are not likely to start
until 2027 Continues...
MAS unveils A380 configuration and launch routes
Thu, 03/08/2012 - 16:54 — Anonymous The double-decker will be deployed on
the Kuala Lumpur-London route from July 1 onwards, featuring a chef-on-call
facility in business class Continues...
the Kuala Lumpur-London route from July 1 onwards, featuring a chef-on-call
facility in business class Continues...
Air Berlin adds FFP Platinum status
Thu, 03/08/2012 - 18:16 — Anonymous The German carrier will add a Platinum
status to its Topbonus frequent flyer programme when it joins the Oneworld
alliance later this month. The new tier is equivalent to the alliance"s
Emerald status Continues...
status to its Topbonus frequent flyer programme when it joins the Oneworld
alliance later this month. The new tier is equivalent to the alliance"s
Emerald status Continues...
Lufthansa unveils new fully-flat business class seat
Thu, 03/08/2012 - 16:34 — Anonymous The new seat will launch on Lufthansa"s
B747-800 aircraft, with features including a 1.98-metre long bed, and a
15-inch TV screen. Depending on aircraft type, the seat can be configured in
either "V" or "H" form Continues...
B747-800 aircraft, with features including a 1.98-metre long bed, and a
15-inch TV screen. Depending on aircraft type, the seat can be configured in
either "V" or "H" form Continues...
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
IHG adds Priority Club Black Visa card
Wed, 03/07/2012 - 19:53 — Anonymous The group is adding a new Black level
of loyalty credit card for UK customers, offering twice the number of points
as the standard card, but with an annual fee of £99 Continues...
of loyalty credit card for UK customers, offering twice the number of points
as the standard card, but with an annual fee of £99 Continues...
The big picture: Qatar Airways new business class seat
Wed, 03/07/2012 - 19:52 — Anonymous The first images have been released of
the carrier's new business class seat, to feature on its forthcoming Boeing
787 Dreamliner aircraft Continues...
the carrier's new business class seat, to feature on its forthcoming Boeing
787 Dreamliner aircraft Continues...
Qatar Airways unveils B787 seats
Wed, 03/07/2012 - 19:58 — Anonymous With a 1–2–1 business class
configuration, seats recline into 80-inch long flatbeds and feature
touchscreen Android technology designed for work and entertainment, while the
entire aircraft will be wifi and GSM compliant Continues...
configuration, seats recline into 80-inch long flatbeds and feature
touchscreen Android technology designed for work and entertainment, while the
entire aircraft will be wifi and GSM compliant Continues...
BA Openskies to reintroduce economy class
Wed, 03/07/2012 - 17:37 — Anonymous The BA subsidiary is to return to a
three-class product on its service between Paris Orly and New York Newark,
with a total of 66 Eco class seats being added to the existing two-class
layout Continues...
three-class product on its service between Paris Orly and New York Newark,
with a total of 66 Eco class seats being added to the existing two-class
layout Continues...
Wyndham announces new European Super 8 concept
Wed, 03/07/2012 - 18:10 — Anonymous Popular in Canada, the US and China,
Wyndham has adapted the Super 8 room concept for the European, Middle Eastern
and African market Continues...
Wyndham has adapted the Super 8 room concept for the European, Middle Eastern
and African market Continues...
Air France to add A380 flights to Singapore
Wed, 03/07/2012 - 18:44 — Anonymous The French carrier's superjumbo will
feature on three flights per week from Paris to Singapore starting on April
1, competing with Singapore Airlines' A380 service on the same route
Continues...
feature on three flights per week from Paris to Singapore starting on April
1, competing with Singapore Airlines' A380 service on the same route
Continues...
UAE-Canada aviation relations thaw
Wed, 03/07/2012 - 11:48 — Anonymous Positive mood surrounds visit of key
UAE aviation officials to Ottawa on Monday, but no concrete developments have
materialised over landing rights Continues...
UAE aviation officials to Ottawa on Monday, but no concrete developments have
materialised over landing rights Continues...
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Starwood to open 25 hotels in Europe by 2016
Tue, 03/06/2012 - 18:22 — Anonymous Global operator's growth is being
accelerated by a focus on key fast-growing markets such as Russia, Ukraine
and Turkey Continues...
accelerated by a focus on key fast-growing markets such as Russia, Ukraine
and Turkey Continues...
Southend airport eyes US links
Tue, 03/06/2012 - 22:12 — Anonymous From May 10 Aer Arann will offer
services from Southend to Dublin under a franchise agreement with Aer Lingus,
with onward connection possibilities to the US from the Irish capital
Continues...
services from Southend to Dublin under a franchise agreement with Aer Lingus,
with onward connection possibilities to the US from the Irish capital
Continues...
Global accident rate at all time low, says IATA
Tue, 03/06/2012 - 23:13 — Anonymous The International Air Transport
Association (IATA) has announced that the 2011 accident rate for
Western-built jets was the lowest in aviation history Continues...
Association (IATA) has announced that the 2011 accident rate for
Western-built jets was the lowest in aviation history Continues...
Holiday Inn to open at Southend airport
Tue, 03/06/2012 - 18:27 — Anonymous With the airport's new terminal now
open, Holiday Inn is set to unveil a 129-room hotel with sound-proofed
rooftop bar and restaurant later this year Continues...
open, Holiday Inn is set to unveil a 129-room hotel with sound-proofed
rooftop bar and restaurant later this year Continues...
United moves to single website
Tue, 03/06/2012 - 18:20 — Anonymous United Airlines has taken another step
towards completing its merger with Continental Airlines by moving millions of
reservation records from two systems into one and redirecting continental.com
to the new, single United website Continues...
towards completing its merger with Continental Airlines by moving millions of
reservation records from two systems into one and redirecting continental.com
to the new, single United website Continues...
The big picture: Thai"s A380 takes maiden flight
Tue, 03/06/2012 - 16:11 — Anonymous The carrier"s first superjumbo has
taken its maiden flight from the Airbus headquarters in Toulouse, before
heading for cabin installation and painting ahead of delivery later this year
Continues...
taken its maiden flight from the Airbus headquarters in Toulouse, before
heading for cabin installation and painting ahead of delivery later this year
Continues...
Monday, March 5, 2012
Hong Kong Airport to open IMAX cinema
Tue, 03/06/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous The cinema, located in Terminal 2, is
the world's first IMAX theatre at an airport location Continues...
the world's first IMAX theatre at an airport location Continues...
Marriott launches 85th anniversary sale
Tue, 03/06/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous The hotel group is offering weekend
stays across Europe at 85 per cent of the full rate, including discounted
food and beverage, golf and spa treatments. The sale runs for 85 hours from
midnight on March 6 Continues...
stays across Europe at 85 per cent of the full rate, including discounted
food and beverage, golf and spa treatments. The sale runs for 85 hours from
midnight on March 6 Continues...
Can You Make Money Travel Blogging?
Tue, 03/06/2012 - 03:28 — Anonymous This post is part of Women's Money
Week 2012. For more awesome content about Entrepreneurship check out
womensmoneyweek.com Lot's of people want to quit their jobs and travel the
world – and they hope to fund their travel with travel blogging or
freelance writing. Back in 2008 when Kimberly and I started GGTG that was
[...]
Week 2012. For more awesome content about Entrepreneurship check out
womensmoneyweek.com Lot's of people want to quit their jobs and travel the
world – and they hope to fund their travel with travel blogging or
freelance writing. Back in 2008 when Kimberly and I started GGTG that was
[...]
Virgin unveils new JFK Clubhouse
Mon, 03/05/2012 - 23:24 — Anonymous The US$7 million Clubhouse is more than
double the size of the airline"s previous lounge at New York JFK, and
features a cloud-shaped cocktail bar, and spa facilities by Bumble and Bumble
Continues...
double the size of the airline"s previous lounge at New York JFK, and
features a cloud-shaped cocktail bar, and spa facilities by Bumble and Bumble
Continues...
Southend Airport’s new terminal officially opens
Mon, 03/05/2012 - 21:35 — Anonymous Transport Minister Justine Greening and
CEO of Easyjet Carolyn McCall open new terminal and promise one million
passengers in first year Continues...
CEO of Easyjet Carolyn McCall open new terminal and promise one million
passengers in first year Continues...
Waldorf Astoria to debut in Bangkok
Mon, 03/05/2012 - 21:00 — Anonymous Hilton Worldwide is to open its first
Waldorf Astoria property in Thailand, with the 170-room Bangkok hotel set to
open in 2015 Continues...
Waldorf Astoria property in Thailand, with the 170-room Bangkok hotel set to
open in 2015 Continues...
Second group enters frame to buy Bmibaby
Mon, 03/05/2012 - 20:08 — Anonymous An "EU based airline group" has
signed a non-binding term sheet with Bmi for the sale of Bmibaby, adding to a
similar agreement signed by a UK based company last month Continues...
signed a non-binding term sheet with Bmi for the sale of Bmibaby, adding to a
similar agreement signed by a UK based company last month Continues...
Hesperia London Victoria becomes Hilton Doubletree
Mon, 03/05/2012 - 22:29 — Anonymous Hilton Worldwide has opened its fifth
Doubletree hotel in London, with the rebranding of the 225-room former
Hesperia London Victoria Continues...
Doubletree hotel in London, with the rebranding of the 225-room former
Hesperia London Victoria Continues...
Fund Your Travel for $97 (42 Hours Only)
Mon, 03/05/2012 - 21:20 — Anonymous There's an awesome sale happening
right now as part of Women's Money Week. It's called the Launch Yourself
sale and you can get 22 products worth over $1800 for just $97. But it's
through tomorrow at midnight EST only. 21 experts have come together to offer
these products and they include fellow traveler bloggers Christine [...]
right now as part of Women's Money Week. It's called the Launch Yourself
sale and you can get 22 products worth over $1800 for just $97. But it's
through tomorrow at midnight EST only. 21 experts have come together to offer
these products and they include fellow traveler bloggers Christine [...]
Qatar Airways to unveil B787 interiors
Mon, 03/05/2012 - 18:32 — Anonymous The carrier has released an image of
its first Dreamliner on Boeing"s production line in Seattle, and will unveil
the new interiors for the forthcoming aircraft at this week"s ITB travel
trade show in Berlin Continues...
its first Dreamliner on Boeing"s production line in Seattle, and will unveil
the new interiors for the forthcoming aircraft at this week"s ITB travel
trade show in Berlin Continues...
Ibis to add Shepherd"s Bush property
Mon, 03/05/2012 - 17:29 — Anonymous Accor is to open an Ibis hotel housed
within a converted office block at the West 12 shopping centre, located next
to London"s Shepherd"s Bush underground station Continues...
within a converted office block at the West 12 shopping centre, located next
to London"s Shepherd"s Bush underground station Continues...
Four Seasons Egypt wrestles with slump
Mon, 03/05/2012 - 18:07 — Anonymous Occupancies for both Cairo properties
in the 30-40% region, but luxury chain remains hopeful of an upswing after
Presidential elections and Ramadan Continues...
in the 30-40% region, but luxury chain remains hopeful of an upswing after
Presidential elections and Ramadan Continues...
Air Asia X to revise route network?
Mon, 03/05/2012 - 19:39 — Anonymous Christchurch could be the next
long-haul destination dropped by Air Asia X, according to reports in the
Malaysian media Continues...
long-haul destination dropped by Air Asia X, according to reports in the
Malaysian media Continues...
Kingfisher denies shutdown rumours
Mon, 03/05/2012 - 13:54 — Anonymous The carrier assures passengers that
flights are operating normally Continues...
flights are operating normally Continues...
BA to add extra service on Hong Kong-London route
Mon, 03/05/2012 - 15:03 — Anonymous The additional flight will feature the
carrier's new first class cabin Continues...
carrier's new first class cabin Continues...
Saturday, March 3, 2012
Frequent traveller: Street walking
Sun, 03/04/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous In which our correspondent finds her
passion for exploring on two feet can lead her in the wrong direction
Continues...
passion for exploring on two feet can lead her in the wrong direction
Continues...
Route of the month
Sun, 03/04/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Ahead of the launch of Hong Kong
Airlines' all-business class flights, Alex McWhirter looks at flight options
between London and Hong Kong Continues...
Airlines' all-business class flights, Alex McWhirter looks at flight options
between London and Hong Kong Continues...
Friday, March 2, 2012
Top ten metros of the world
Sat, 03/03/2012 - 07:02 — Anonymous Too hot, too crowded, too expensive –
there"s a lot to gripe about when it comes to subways, but which ones are the
best in the world? Jenny Southan investigates Continues...
there"s a lot to gripe about when it comes to subways, but which ones are the
best in the world? Jenny Southan investigates Continues...
Win a two-night stay at the Citadines Prestige Trafalgar Square
Sat, 03/03/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Business Traveller is once again giving
readers the chance to be among the first to experience the newly renovated
Citadines Prestige Trafalgar Square Continues...
readers the chance to be among the first to experience the newly renovated
Citadines Prestige Trafalgar Square Continues...
Singapore Airlines to raise fuel surcharges
Fri, 03/02/2012 - 16:45 — Anonymous The new levy, also applied to SilkAir
flights, will be implemented from March 8 onwards Continues...
flights, will be implemented from March 8 onwards Continues...
Iceland Express to restart Stansted route
Fri, 03/02/2012 - 19:05 — Anonymous The carrier is set to relaunch flights
from Stansted on June 22, just weeks after start-up carrier Wow Air is
scheduled to launch services from the same London airport Continues...
from Stansted on June 22, just weeks after start-up carrier Wow Air is
scheduled to launch services from the same London airport Continues...
Yotel to arrive in Asia
Fri, 03/02/2012 - 13:30 — Anonymous The capsule hotel chain is eyeing
projects in Singapore and Hong Kong Continues...
projects in Singapore and Hong Kong Continues...
Etihad-Hainan codeshare takes off
Fri, 03/02/2012 - 12:27 — Anonymous Hainan Airlines now places its HU code
on Etihad-operated flights between Abu Dhabi and Beijing, Chengdu and
Shanghai, while the agreement enables the Chinese carrier to develop in the
Middle East and Africa Continues...
on Etihad-operated flights between Abu Dhabi and Beijing, Chengdu and
Shanghai, while the agreement enables the Chinese carrier to develop in the
Middle East and Africa Continues...
AA to launch Main Cabin Extra seat
Fri, 03/02/2012 - 18:04 — Anonymous American Airlines is to join US
carriers including Delta and United in installing a quasi-premium economy
seat, offering extra legroom but located in the main economy cabin
Continues...
carriers including Delta and United in installing a quasi-premium economy
seat, offering extra legroom but located in the main economy cabin
Continues...
Thursday, March 1, 2012
Travelodge opens 500th hotel at London Stratford
Fri, 03/02/2012 - 00:00 — Anonymous Business Traveller talks to the CEO of
budget hotel chain Travelodge at the launch of its Stratford property,
located close to the London 2012 Olympic Park Continues...
budget hotel chain Travelodge at the launch of its Stratford property,
located close to the London 2012 Olympic Park Continues...
Etihad starts Shanghai flights and increases premium baggage allowances
Thu, 03/01/2012 - 13:42 — Anonymous Abu Dhabi carrier is operating
five-a-week flights to the Chinese city on A330-200 aircraft and increasing
baggage allowances for premium travellers by 10kg Continues...
five-a-week flights to the Chinese city on A330-200 aircraft and increasing
baggage allowances for premium travellers by 10kg Continues...
Ski Vacation Costs: Where to Splurge and Where to Save
Thu, 03/01/2012 - 21:15 — Anonymous A vacation at a mountain ski resort
can equate to serious fun in the outdoors… and a serious investment.
You'll be spending money — there's no way around it — so before
planning your next green ski trip, it's important to know which amenities
and activities provide the best value — and which can be skipped [...]
can equate to serious fun in the outdoors… and a serious investment.
You'll be spending money — there's no way around it — so before
planning your next green ski trip, it's important to know which amenities
and activities provide the best value — and which can be skipped [...]
Redesigned Grand Mercure brand to reach out to Chinese travellers
Thu, 03/01/2012 - 16:21 — Anonymous Mei Jue, as it is known in Chinese, is
a reinvented version of the Grand Mercure brand that tailors to the specific
needs of the Chinese traveller Continues...
a reinvented version of the Grand Mercure brand that tailors to the specific
needs of the Chinese traveller Continues...
Emirates launches Seattle services
Thu, 03/01/2012 - 13:24 — Anonymous Flight EK229 departed Terminal 3 in
Dubai this morning, marking the carrier's third point in the western US
Continues...
Dubai this morning, marking the carrier's third point in the western US
Continues...
Gulf states order latest B747-800
Thu, 03/01/2012 - 18:17 — Anonymous The governments of Qatar, Abu Dhabi,
Kuwait and the UAE are believed to have ordered the new-generation B747-800
aircraft in VIP configurations Continues...
Kuwait and the UAE are believed to have ordered the new-generation B747-800
aircraft in VIP configurations Continues...
First look: Heathrow Terminal 2A topping out event
Thu, 03/01/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Business Traveller gets a glimpse
inside the new terminal, which is lauded to be "even better than T5"
Continues...
inside the new terminal, which is lauded to be "even better than T5"
Continues...
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