MSC Cruises, the Swiss-based world’s largest privately-owned cruise line and brand market leader in Europe, South America and South Africa, today announced that former soccer star Hristo Stoichkov will set sail aboard MSC Divina to host a special soccer themed, seven-night Caribbean cruise beginning on May 27 from Miami. Regarded as one of the best forward players of his generation, Stoichkov is widely considered the best Bulgarian footballer (soccer player) of all time and one of the...
Just days into S17, Budapest Airport has announced further expansion of its destination map, filling the white spot that was Kazakhstan. Confirming a twice-weekly service to Astana, Wizz Air will be linking the two capital cities from 8 June, utilizing the carrier’s fleet of 180-seat A320s on the 3,742 kilometer sector. As Kazakhstan becomes Budapest’s 45th country market, the Central Asian operation means Wizz Air will now offer flights to 29 countries from its home-base. As the world’s...
Neil Mills, currently Chief Strategy & Planning Officer at airberlin, will take up the new post of Chief Transformation Officer with immediate effect and lead a newly created division which will work across the whole airline to strengthen the overall performance of the company. airberlin’s CEO Thomas Winkelmann said: “This new role is another step forward in the transformation of airberlin. We have, so far, made good progress implementing the strategy of new airberlin which...
A suspected bomb blast inside a car of the St. Petersburg Metro system has killed nine passengers and injured over 20 others. The entire transit system is shut down as bomb squads and rescuers respond to the emergency. A suspected bomb blast inside a car of the St. Petersburg Metro system has killed nine passengers and injured over 20 others. The entire transit system is shut down as bomb squads and rescuers respond to the emergency. The explosion happened as the train was travelling between...
What about a free trip to Hawaii? It sounds like a big incentive for important clients of Nu Skin Enterprises from China and Hong Kong. For Hawaii receiving 6000 qualified distributors from China is big business. For the Meeting and incentive travel and tourism market for the Aloha State having 6000 high spending tourists is a good reason to get excited. Nu Skin Enterprise is an American multilevel marketing company which develops and sells personal care products and dietary supplements. Nu...
The Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner took to the skies for the first time at Boeing South Carolina. The airplane, which is the newest and longest model of the 787 family, completed a successful flight totaling four hours and 58 minutes. “The 787-10’s first flight moves us one step closer to giving our customers the most efficient airplane in its class,” said Boeing Commercial Airplanes President & CEO Kevin McAllister. “The airplane will give carriers added flexibility in...
MITT 2017, Russia’s leading and largest travel and tourism exhibition, took place from 14 to 16 March at Expocentre in Moscow at a time of renewed optimism in the Russian travel market. 23,047 industry professionals from 79 regions of Russia visited the show – this is a 9% increase of B2B only visitors than compared to 2016. These visitors included tour operators, travel agents and other professionals involved in the travel industry, such as airlines, transport companies, hotels and IT...
Terrorist organizations are believed to be working on explosives that can fit inside electronic devices and would not be detectable by airport security systems, US intelligence sources told Cable News Network. Islamic State and Al-Qaeda are reportedly testing explosive devices that can pass through airport security screening concealed in a laptop or any other electronic device which is large enough. Terrorists might have gained access to airport scanners to test the advanced technology...
A bus travelling from the town of Bautzen to Slovenia crashed near the city of Nuremberg in the German state of Bavaria, local media reports. The incident left 18 people injured, and four were taken to the hospital. The bus, carrying a group of 44 senior citizen tourists, crashed into a road barrier due to a blown-out tire.
The Colombian embassy in Austria is giving out a brochure pitching for its ambassador to become the leader of world tourism. The global travel and tourism industry now has a Colombian approach with Jaime Alberto Cabal competing with 6 other candidates to lead the United Nations World Tourism Organization. His expertise and professional competence are related to the design and implementation of public policies for the development of strategic sectors and socio-economic and sustainable...
Virgin Atlantic, VisitBritain and Marketing Manchester have joined forces in a two-year partnership to promote the airline’s new direct routes from San Francisco and Boston, into Manchester, England, offering the only direct service between the world-class cities. The seasonal routes, which took flight March 28 and 29, respectively, will operate three times per week from San Francisco and twice weekly from Boston. As of May 2017, additional flights will take-off from New York JFK to...
Budapest Airport has announced further development in its expanding summer schedule with another welcome frequency increase on Air Canada rouge’s link to Toronto Pearson. Announcing just last November that the Canadian leisure carrier would be expanding its existing three times weekly operation from 19 May, three weeks earlier than 2016, the airline has confirmed the frequency will now be doubled during the peak season, commencing a six times weekly service from 21 June. Experiencing a highly...
Just weeks ahead of Ukraine International Airlines’ inaugural flight to Chernivtsi, Milan Bergamo Airport announces its new airline partner’s second service to the Ukraine, linking the Italian airport to its main hub at Kiev Boryspil. Initially launching a twice-weekly service from 16 May, utilising its fleet of two-class configured 737-800s, the Ukrainian flag carrier will add a third flight from 4 June, before increasing to a daily service from 15 July. Further diversifying Milan Bergamo’s...
The Malta Tourism Authority has announced that 2018 will see the launch of the Malta Marriott Hotel and Spa, following a rebrand of the current Le Méridien property. Originally built on the grounds of a 19th century Maltese villa, the property’s unique location, just around the corner from the vibrant nightlife of St Julian’s bay offers both the tranquillity of Balluta Bay and the proximity of St. Julian’s lively atmosphere. While Le Méridien is already classified as a five-star hotel, the...
In a major signal of confidence in the UK economy, Heathrow’s shareholders today progressed plans to invest an additional £650 million into Britain’s global gateway over the course of 2019. The plans send a strong signal that Britain continues to be open for business in the eyes of international investors. With the UK set to leave the European Union in 2019, the planned investment will further boost passenger experience at the UK’s hub airport and improve Heathrow’s operational resilience...
There’s a hotel-like on-board experience for business class passengers, high-speed internet in the sky even for economy passengers and heated stone flooring for a private jet. Whatever price category you travel in, the leading trade show, Aircraft Interiors Expo, taking place for the 16th time at Hamburg’s Messehallen trade fair from 4 to 6 April, 2017, will reveal the trends that you will soon be experiencing on board. Aircraft manufacturers, suppliers, airline managers and travel journalists...
Korean Air and Delta Air Lines, founding members of SkyTeam have reached an agreement to deepen their historic partnership with an expanded cooperation in the trans-Pacific network that will increase travel choices and boost competition between the Asia and US. The airlines signed a memorandum of understanding to implement a joint venture, which will offer customers access to the most comprehensive route network in the trans-Pacific market, industry-leading airline products, world-class airport...
Star Cruises announced the new homeport deployment of SuperStar Gemini to Laem Chabang at a launch event on 28 March at the Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Center. SuperStar Gemini will be based in Laem Chabang International Terminal beginning 17 December 2017 through to 27 April 2018. On hand to witness the announcement were invited Thai Travel Trade & Airline Partners, Media and executives from Genting Hong Kong. “We are excited to announce Star Cruises’ return to The Land of...
Speaking today before aviation leaders at the International Air Transport Association Wings of Change Conference at the first International Brazil Air Show (IBAS) in Rio de Janeiro, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Acting Deputy Administrator Victoria Wassmer said that the United States is proud to participate in a partnership with Brazil which enhances bilateral cooperation on airport expansion, airspace management, aviation safety, and security. Acting Deputy Administrator Wassmer is...
Unrelenting rains and increasingly dramatic flooding have ravaged many areas of Peru for weeks, making thousands of people homeless and in need of the essentials of life. Because of the pressing emergency, flood victims are in urgent need of clean drinking water, especially in remote areas of the country. Thus, Fraport AG and its Lima Airport Partners S.R.L. (LAP) subsidiary have jointly responded to this humanitarian crisis by acquiring portable water-filtering containers known as PAUL...
The fifth edition of the international convention AEROMART Montreal will be held from April 4 to April 6, 2017, at the Palais des congrès de Montréal. Close to 800 companies and organizations from the aerospace and defense industries have confirmed their presence, including major Quebec-based players such as Bombardier Aéronautique, Pratt & Whitney, Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. and CAE. Top international companies, such as Airbus Group, The Boeing Company and Safran, have also confirmed...
The “Made in Germany” label is one of the world’s most popular and best-known. This is because German products have long been associated with exceptional quality, innovativeness, and first-class design. German brands are also coveted by travelers from Russia, China and other countries, who make a beeline to the shops a Frankfurt Airport. Foreign guests are particularly interested in cameras, accessories, household items and writing instruments from German manufacturers. Starting next Monday and...
Qatar Airways has announced a unique solution to the recently imposed Electronics Ban by offering passengers a laptop loan service that takes their award-winning five-star reputation to new heights. Showing true commitment to travelers affected by the ban the Doha-based airline has taken the notable step to purchase laptops available for loan on all of their US flights; meaning uninterrupted productivity and service throughout their journey. Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency...
Turkish Airlines added Kharkiv as its 297th destination in 120 countries with the inaugural flight operated within today. By launching flights to Kharkiv, the global carrier demonstrates its permanent effort once again to further improve its expansion strategy without any cease. Beginning from March 30, Kharkiv flights will be operated 4 times weekly on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. This figure will increase to 7 times per week as of May 30, 2017. Round-trips are available from...
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is delighted to announce a series of nine remarkable Wraith ‘Inspired by British Music’ cars, created in collaboration with, and celebrating the legacy of, some of British music’s most revered rock and vocal artists. The first four of these Bespoke cars have been unveiled for the first time today at the Sanderson Hotel in London by the artists who created them in partnership with Rolls-Royce Motor Cars: The Who frontman Roger Daltrey CBE, Sir Ray Davies...
Ten months after the first flight of the E190-E2, today Embraer performed the inaugural flight of another member of the E2 family, ahead of schedule. This Wednesday, the E195-E2, the largest aircraft of the family–and the most efficient aircraft in the single aisle jet market—took off for the first time. The flight, originally scheduled for the second half of the year, happened just three weeks after the roll out. “With a unique level of efficiency, the E195-E2 offers our airline partners...
Fifty of the finest European equine guests were treated with exceptional care and attention as they were transported to Eppley Airfield in Omaha, Nebraska, where the world’s best riders and horses will compete at the Longines FEI World Cup Jumping and FEI World Cup Dressage Finals from 29 March to 2 April. Qatar Airways Cargo provided the utmost care and ensured the safety and comfort of the horses throughout their journey from Amsterdam to Omaha. The 50 horses on board the cargo carrier’s...
Azamara Club Cruises, the boutique cruise line known for its premier destination-immersive voyages, today unveiled its 2019 itineraries to a record 250 ports of call, including 45 maiden ports, 69 countries, 94 overnight stays, and 145 late night stays. New offerings will include Azamara’s first-ever sailings to Alaska, 9 Special Events Voyages and 9 Country Intensive Voyages. “Our 2019 itineraries span the world with new ports and destinations such as Alaska and go deeper than ever...
Canada’s Minister of Transport Marc Garneau made the following statement on airport security at Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport: “The safety and security of Canadians remains a top priority for our Government. “Airports are secure environments protected by a multi-layered approach to security. Transport Canada works closely with partners such as the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority, Canada Border Services...
Celebrating a significant expansion of its route network, Cornwall Airport Newquay (CAN) has welcomed the inaugural flight of Ryanair’s new connection to Faro. Just one year after re-introducing services from the Airport, the arrival of the Irish ultra-low-cost carrier’s (ULCC) twice-weekly service to the Algarve marks a 50% growth in Ryanair’s operations from CAN. With the Airport recording an exceptional 48% increase in passenger traffic in 2016, Ryanair’s new link to Faro will result in the...
