Finnair is improving travel connections in the Arctic region by launching direct flights between Rovaniemi, Finland, and Tromsø, Norway, starting in December. “The Arctic nature and high-quality travel experiences appeal to travellers from various parts of the world, such as Asia and Central Europe,” says Antti Tolvanen, SVP Network & Revenue Management at Finnair. “With this…
First Chinese-Built Large Cruise Ship Starts Sea Trials
The first of two sea trials for China’s first newly-built, big cruise ship has begun, marking a significant milestone on the path to the ship’s completion and eventual debut. The first Chinese-built cruise ship, Adora Magic City, has begun sea testing, according to China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC). China hopes to use this ship as…
Solo travel surges as summer season starts
As per the ANIXE’s Travel Industry Report, with data collected from ANIXE Resfinity Hotel booking engine, solo travel surges as summer season starts. According to data collected from the Resfinity booking engine, there has been a slight decrease in bookings since the beginning of the year. Bookings are down by 15% compared to the unprecedented…
Booking Starts Now For 2024 Olympics In Paris, Here’s What To Expect
Excitement is already building for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Although it is still a year and a half away, plans have been in the works for years. From July 26 to August 11, 2024, athletes and spectators from across the globe will descend upon the city. 329 events will take place across 32…
The End Of Tulum’s Party Scene? New Noise Control Law Starts Today
In an effort to address growing noise complaints, Tulum City Council will put into place new noise control laws in the city’s Coastal Zone beginning today, November 1st, 2022. These new laws are in addition to measures introduced in late September and are an attempt to reign in Tulum’s party scene that has rapidly grown…
AirAsia India starts 21 weekly direct flights connecting new routes
Committed to strengthening its presence and improving connectivity in India, AirAsia India will commence 21 weekly direct flights connecting Delhi to Bhubaneswar and Bengaluru to Jaipur, from 30th October 2022 as part of its winter schedule. The new routes are now open for bookings on the airline’s website, mobile app and other major booking channels. The launch of these routes…
flydubai starts flights to Namangan
flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, continues to grow its operations in Uzbekistan with the launch of a twice-weekly service to Namangan International Airport (NMA). The carrier’s inaugural flight touched down in Namangan to a traditional water cannon salute as part of a warm welcome by local officials, airport representatives and members of the media. flydubai is…
Qantas starts flights to London, Los Angeles, Vancouver and Singapore on December 18
Qantas has announced its first schedule of flights in nearly two years. The airline will resume its most popular flight routes to London, Los Angeles, Vancouver and Singapore from Melbourne and Sydney, from 18 December and is taking bookings now for flights from that date. On December 19 the flight routes will include Tokyo and…
Emirates starts daily service to Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Emirates launched its eleventh vacation spot within the United States with the beginning of a daily continuous passenger service between Dubai and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Fort Lauderdale is Emiratesâ second vacation spot in Florida, after launching Orlando greater than a yr in the past. The new service, operated by a GE-powered Boeing 777, marks…