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Finnair outlines electric and solar power flight plans

February 9, 2021

Finnair has revealed it is one of the companies involved in trials for powering short-haul flights by electric and solar power in future. Interviewed on the FlightDeck programme on Travel.Radio, Finnair chief executive, Topi Manner, said: “We are involved in […]

oneworld updates Covid-19 information portal

February 4, 2021

oneworld has partnered with travel tech company sherpa˚ to offer the customers the most up-to-date information on government entry and travel restrictions, making it easier to plan travel. Customers are urged to visit the portal at to retrieve information specific to their […]

UK considering introducing Covid-19 border checks

January 10, 2021

Travellers arriving in the UK from overseas could soon be required to prove they have had a negative Covid-19 test. While the procedure has been commonplace in many destinations for months, British authorities have so far proved unwilling to follow […]

Transport Canada extends cruise ban into 2022

February 9, 2021

Transport Canada has extended a ban on cruise vessels in all Canadian waters until February 28th, 2022. The order, which were originally issued last spring and extended several times since, was announced by minister of transport, Omar Alghabra. Any vessel […]

Air Canada Rouge returns to operation

November 12, 2020

The departure of Air Canada flight AC1810 from Toronto to Cancun today marked the return of Air Canada Rouge to the skies. “Air Canada Rouge remains an important part of our overall strategy in rebuilding Air Canada’s global network. “As […]

Chile leads winners at 2020 Latin America World Travel Awards

November 9, 2020

World Travel Awards – the global initiative to recognise and reward excellence in travel and tourism – has unveiled its Latin America 2020 winners. The release coincides with the inaugural Latin America Winners Day from the prestigious programme. Winners include […]

UNWTO prepares for Morocco general assembly

February 9, 2021

Officials from the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) and Morocco met to prepare for the general assembly event set to take place in October. The meeting will be the first global high-level United Nations event to be held since […]

Work begins on first Red Sea Project hotels

February 5, 2021

The Red Sea Development Company (TRSDC) has awarded contracts to Saudi company Al Bawani and Swiss firm Blumer Lehmann to support the development plans and structural work of its luxury hotels and resorts. The two companies will play pivotal roles […]

St. Regis Cairo welcomes first guests in Egypt

January 8, 2021

Marriott International has announced the opening of the St. Regis Cairo. Rising tall on the banks of the River Nile, the hotel is an illustrious icon weaving a powerful story of luxury in the region. Located at the north end […]

Ras Al Khaimah boosts Kazakhstan connections

February 5, 2021

Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) has signed a strategic partnership with Scat Airlines that will see the emirate welcome commercial flights from eight cities in Kazakhstan starting from March. The move strengthens recovery strategy of the destination, following […]

Dubai reins in hospitality as Covid-19 cases rise

February 4, 2021

Dubai has announced a new set of measures designed to slow the rising number of Covid-19 cases recorded in the emirate. Coming into force today, the new rules will remain in place until the end of the month. The United […]

Cathay Pacific suspends London flights to Hong Kong

January 9, 2021

Cathay Pacific has confirmed all flights departing from the UK to Hong Kong will continue to be suspended until January 25th. The carrier said the decision was in view of the entry restrictions put in place by the government of […]

WTTC calls for focus on individual travellers to boost safety

February 9, 2021

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is calling for governments to abandon the concept of ‘high-risk countries’ and instead focus on how individual ‘high-risk travellers’ are treated at borders. The body is urging governments around the world to shift […]

Chisinau MGallery Hotel Collection takes Accor into Moldova

February 5, 2021

The first Accor hotel in Moldova has opened, with the 33-room property joining the MGallery Hotel Collection. The newly opened hotel will offer its guests luxurious rooms, the Art Lounge restaurant and a distinguished spa. Near the historic centre of […]

CLIA places innovation at centre of new wave campaign

January 11, 2021

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has announced that its Wave 2021 campaign will be called ‘Generation Innovation’. The campaign will promote the diverse range of innovative initiatives and activities being rolled out across the industry and by […]

W Melbourne opens on south coast of Australia

February 9, 2021

Marriott International has opened the doors to the new W Melbourne in Australia. In the heart of an eclectic dining and edgy fashion district at 408 Flinders Lane, the hotel is seeking to join the emerging music scene. “Melbourne is […]

Australia & New Zealand

P&O Cruises delays New Zealand return until April

January 11, 2021

P&O Cruises Australia is extending its rolling pause in operations in New Zealand until April 25th. The decision comes as the cruise line and the wider industry continue to work with government and public health authorities on the appropriate time […]

Qantas Airways looks to international return in July

January 10, 2021

Qantas Airways has started taking bookings for international flights from July 1st. The Australian flag-carrier previously said it did not expect to fly internationally until much later in the year, and now appears to be gambling sufficient Covid-19 vaccinations will […]

Bolt adds new functionality to UK app

January 14, 2020

Bolt has added new functionality to its ride-hailing app, allowing users to request rides with stops at up to three locations with an estimated fare for the entire journey. The multiple destinations feature is being rolled out globally to Bolt […]

Free Internet: Beneficial for the Masses or Spying Tool Disguise?

December 18, 2019

The Uganda Internal Security Organization (ISO) has disapproved the decision by government to allow Google to fly Internet balloons over Uganda, citing security concerns. Loon LLC, the Alphabet subsidiary that uses stratospheric balloons to provide mobile Internet to remote regions, […]

Bolt launches new vehicle type in London

October 16, 2019

Bolt has announced the launch of an XL category, giving customers access to larger vehicles via the app. XL is a bespoke category for bigger groups with a seating capacity of up to seven passengers. The introduction of this new […]

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