China Eastern Airlines has announced that from 31 October, it will once again operate nonstop flights between Shanghai and Brisbane. China’s second-largest airline will start with three weekly flights, and by December 2023, when peak travel season begins, they will be operating daily. An Airbus A330-200 widebody, configured in a two-class layout to transport 232…
Vistara announces direct flights between Mumbai and Frankfurt
Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, announced direct, 6x weekly flights between Mumbai and Frankfurt, starting from 15 November 2023. This new route is in addition to Vistara’s 6x weekly service between Delhi and Frankfurt which has been getting good response since its launch in February…
IATA announces first Safety Leadership Charter signatories
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the launch of the IATA Safety Leadership Charter at the IATA World Safety and Operations Conference taking place in Hanoi, Vietnam. Safety leaders from more than 20 airlines are the first signatories: Air Canada Emirates…
NCL announces destination 2024/25 itineraries, including a return to Hong Kong Joe Cusmano
Norwegian Cruise Line has unveiled immersive, destination-rich itineraries for its 2024/25 season in the region. This fascinating programme includes a 12-day cruise on the luxurious Norwegian Spirit from Manila, Philippines, to Hong Kong for the first time in four years. The collection also has itineraries for longer, more immersive trips. This season is Norwegian Sun’s…
Emerald Announces Deployment Through April 2026
Emerald Cruises has launched a new selection of voyages onboard the Emerald Azzurra and Emerald Sakara until April 2026, featuring a brand-new destination—the Indian Ocean and Seychelles. The forthcoming season also includes new ports of call and itineraries in the Mediterranean, Adriatic, Red, and Caribbean seas. Beginning 17 April 2024, customers will have access to a…
Online Travel Training (OTT) announces latest survey
As the travel industry continues its journey towards recovery, travel agents across the UK are gearing up for a brighter future. Building upon the successes of past initiatives, Online Travel Training (OTT) is thrilled to announce its latest survey, “Global Green Shoots of Recovery: Anticipating Positive Trends in Post-Pandemic Travel,” set to run throughout the…
South African Tourism announces 2023 edition of ‘Learn SA’
Building on the inbound travel momentum led by robust recovery efforts in the previous year, South African Tourism has announced the 9th edition of its flagship travel trade training session ‘Learn South Africa 2023’. Aimed at educating the travel trade fraternity on the newer destination offerings across the tourism’s board various target markets in India,…
Loganair announces expanded schedule to Donegal for summer 2024
Loganair has released its biggest-ever summer schedule for services between Glasgow and Donegal in 2024. The UK’s largest regional airline remains the only carrier offering a direct air link between the UK and Donegal and, following strong customer demand, has announced an extended summer season for next year. Running from April to October, flights will…
British Airways announces end of summer sale for flights and holidays
British Airways and British Airways Holidays have launched their end of summer sale, offering flight and holiday savings for travel in both 2023 and 2024. Running until 3 October 2023, the sale features short and long-haul destinations, with highlights including European beach holidays from £219pp, New York city breaks £499pp and Caribbean resort stays from £599pp.…
Vistara announces Direct Daily Flights between Delhi and Maldives
Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, announced the addition of a new route to its growing international network. The airline will be further expanding its presence in Malé with direct, daily flights to and from Delhi starting 01 October 2023. Vistara will operate its A320neo aircraft…
