Further building on its commitment to provide customers expanded access to its route network, Emirates has announced that it will be upgrading its services to Sydney to an all-A380 operation. With all three of Emirates’ slots already in use at Sydney airport, the airline is able to commit nearly 2,000 extra weekly seats with the upgrade to…
OYO to add 50 homestays and hotels as it unveils plans to boost tourism in Rameswaram
Global hospitality technology platform OYO will open homestays, hotels and walking trail to promote tourism in Rameswaram. With its iconic Ramanathaswamy Temple, the town’s tourism potential predominantly revolves around its religious significance, making it a popular destination for spiritual seekers and pilgrims. However, other attractions such as Pamban Bridge and pristine beaches also offer opportunities…
Major transformation plans for Oman Air
In the interest of financial sustainability and operational continuity, Eng. Saeed Al Mawali, Minister of Transport, Communications and Information Technology, and Chairman of Oman Air, has announced a comprehensive programme to restructure the airline. The programme, which will be implemented over the next 3-4 years, aims to address ongoing losses and the accumulation of debt,…
DOT plans to build 15 more TRAs across PH
In a move to further spur tourism development in Mindanao, the Department of Tourism (DOT), led by Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco, has formally inaugurated the first Tourist Rest Area (TRA) in the region located at the scenic Manolo Fortich town in Bukidnon province on Friday (August 4). This is the second TRA that was formally…
Strike at Heathrow airport could scupper travel plans this summer
Security officers at Heathrow airport T3 and T5 terminals plan to strike for 31 days over peak holiday period. 7 Holidaymakers departing from London’s Heathrow Airport are bracing for a summer of travel chaos. More than 2, 000 security officers are planning to strike for 31 days during the peak holiday period starting June 24th.…
6 Reasons You Should Add This Central American Country To Your Travel Plans This Year
With so many diverse places to choose from in Central America, it’s likely that the majority of travelers head for popular destinations such as Costa Rica and Guatemala, and with good reason. Central and Latin America are full of diverse countries that overflow with natural beauty, and choosing between them can be a tough call.…
Swiss-Belhotel International plans ambitious growth in Malaysia through joint venture with Nautical Insight Sdn Bhd
Aiming to reach 10 hotels, 2000 rooms, and creating 1,500 jobs by 2025 in Malaysia, Swiss-Belhotel International embarks in a strategic joint venture with Nautical Insight Sdn Bhd. The hotel, tourism and leisure industry is one of the leading service industries and is a significant source of economic growth in Malaysia’s economy. Within Malaysia, the…
7 Overrated Destinations For 2023: Should You Change Your Travel Plans?
There are certain destinations that look incredible on social media but are not at all what you expected in reality. Places that became so popular that all you can see are large crowds that make it impossible to truly enjoy or even take one nice picture. Or you encounter restaurants and accommodations so expensive that…
UNWTO at COP27: Uniting tourism around tangible climate action plans
The tourism sector has set out its plans to achieve its climate action ambitions. At COP27, UNWTO brought leading sector stakeholders together to share practical insights into accelerating the shift to greater sustainability and reaching Net-Zero. Since the launch Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism at COP26, more than 700 businesses, destinations, civil society groups and even countries…
This Major U.S. Airline Plans To Offer Free Wifi
One of America’s largest airline carriers is offering FREE WiFi to all passengers on board some of its flights – up until 10 June. Having begun the trial just a few days ago (4 May), Southwest Airlines – which is the world’s largest low-cost carrier – is currently offering free WiFi on board a number…
