The European Travel Commission (ETC), representing 35 National Tourism Organisations in Europe, announced that Miguel Sanz from Spain’s National Tourism Organisation has been elected as ETC’s President for a three-year term. Miguel Sanz was selected to lead ETC’s efforts towards a sustainable and inclusive future for Europe’s tourism industry by the 105th General Meeting which took place in…
Alert VFS Global security personnel nab group with forged documents to apply for Schengen visa
The forged documents were allegedly provided by two Delhi-based agents in exchange of INR 30,000 to INR 55,000. Two alert security personnel at the VFS Global visa application centre (VAC) in Delhi nabbed a group of seven applicants carrying a forged document to apply for Schengen visas. VFS Global is the world’s largest outsourcing and technology…
Cirium’s Global On-Time Performance Report: April 2023
Cirium have revealed Europe’s most punctual airlines in April 2023, alongside the region’s current cancellation trends. Europe: LOT Polish Airlines was named Europe’s most punctual carrier last month, with 89.25% of flights arriving on-time Iberia landed second position, with over 87.28% of all flights arriving on-time Norwegian Air Shuttle, Austrian Airlines and Finnair also made…
LG Instaview fridge to life the “moodup” at Vivid Sydney 2023
LG to Unveil Its Unique, Color-changing Refrigerator in Australia in Partnership With the Country’s Largest Festival of Creativity, Innovation and Light SEOUL, South Korea, May 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — LG Electronics (LG) announces ‘MoodUP, by LG,’ an exciting, multifaceted activation set to take place during Vivid Sydney 2023. Featuring the biggest light show in Australia,…
British Airways unveils five new Avios-only flights, including Easter Holiday Travel
British Airways unveiled its next Avios-Only flights today, opening up hundreds of additional reward seats over the 2024 Easter period. The first Avios-Only flights were revealed last month, on which 100% of the seats are exclusively available to Executive Club Members as Reward Seats. The first two, to Sharm El Sheikh in November 2023 and Geneva…
Thapanee Kiatphaibool approved as new TAT Governor
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) announced the appointment of Thapanee Kiatphaibool as its new governor, effective from 1 September. The 48 year old, who currently serves as the deputy governor for domestic marketing, was chosen by the TAT board, following a recruitment process that began on February 20. Out of the two finalists, the nomination subcommittee, chaired by Arrun Boonchai,…
Beyond borders: Rethinking the sustainability of long-haul travel
The slower recovery of long-haul travel gives us a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity rethink one of travel’s biggest contributors of CO2 emissions, argues Carlos Cendra Cruz, Director of Sales & Marketing at travel intelligence provider Mabrian. As the world recovers from the pandemic, the travel industry is clearly rebounding. However, concerns over sustainability and the impact of…
Cutting train Wi-Fi threatens sustainable travel: Byway
Tech start-up, Byway, dedicated to combating travel’s impact on the climate by simplifying flight-free travel, raises concerns over the Department For Travel’s proposal to remove train Wi-Fi as part of cost-cutting measures. The business emphasises the importance of making train travel more accessible, appealing and competitive to reduce reliance on air travel and head towards…
Air Canada Announces New Flight Routes To Sunny Destinations Next Winter
Summer season is about to begin, but many travelers are already thinking ahead and booking Winter getaways, and Air Canada seems to be very aware of their customers’ needs. The Canadian carrier has recently announced new routes to sunny destinations next winter. Now that travelers want to save money, reduce risks and plan ahead of…
GBTA commends Canadian Government’s introduction of new verified traveller program
The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the voice of the global business travel industry, supports the recent announcement by the Canadian government to launch a new Verified Traveller program that will offer a faster and more efficient screening experience for eligible travellers at select airports across Canada. “As the voice of global business travellers and…