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  • Passenger banned for lifetime from Delta for pro-Donald Trump rant on flight

    Published on : Tuesday, November 29, 2016

    Delta Airlines banned one of its passengers for lifetime after he shouted at the fellow passengers in support of President-elect Donald Trump in an expletive-filled rant.   Delta Chief Executive Officer Ed Bastian said in a note that the passenger …

  • 5.5 magnitude earthquake in Nepal kills one

    Published on : Tuesday, November 29, 2016

    Nepal was struck by a 5.5 magnitude earthquake on Monday that claimed the life of a 43-year-old Nepali guide and also a British climber. The earthquake that had struck at this part of the world had also triggered an avalanche …

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  • Christmas streets in USA all gearing up for the festive season

    Published on : Tuesday, November 29, 2016

    There is no mystery as to why the Christmas season is often described as the most wonderful time of the year. Towns and cities often decorate the streets with lights to celebrate Christmas. Let’s take a look at the dazzling …

  • Lufthansa asks court for temporary injunction to stop strikes

    Published on : Tuesday, November 29, 2016

    Lufthansa airline has opted to apply for a temporary injunction at a court in Munich to prevent the strikes on 29th November and 30th November, planned by the pilots of the airline.     According to Vereinigung Cockpit, the pilot’s …

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Global Travel News

  • Thailand on track to meet visitor targets thanks to quality tourism gr

    Published on : Tuesday, November 29, 2016

    Thailand’s tourism industry is set to exceed the 2.4 trillion Baht (US$68.57 billion) target set for 2016 thanks to the drive to boost visitor numbers with visa fee waivers and a raft of measures to assure tourists that they will …

  • Infrastructure, Taxes & Charges, Consumer Protection and Security

    Published on : Tuesday, November 29, 2016

    IATAThe International Air Transport Association (IATA) highlighted four priorities in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) which must be addressed for aviation to deliver maximum economic and social benefits. These are: Sufficient and affordable infrastructure capacity (including air traffic …

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  • “Macao Tourism News plus” beta version is launched

    Published on : Tuesday, November 29, 2016

    Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) launched the “Macao Tourism News plus” (beta version) today (28 November), an online database of news materials for members of the press. In a brand-new format, the platform is innovatively designed for news dissemination and …

  • South Island Success – China Southern Airlines Increases Flights

    Published on : Tuesday, November 29, 2016

    A significant vote of confidence in the South Island has come today with news China Southern Airlines will increase its direct services to Christchurch over the important summer season.   The airline currently flies three times a week between Guangzhou …

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    EUROPE

  • Lufthansa cancels 2000 flights as pilot strike enters second day

    Published on : Thursday, November 24, 2016

    Fliers were hit by a second day of mayhem as a walk-out by Lufthansa pilots led to the cancellation of almost 2,000 flights. Pilots representing the Vereinigung Cockpit union began the three-day strike – their 14th since early 2014 –Wednesday, …

  • US state dept. warns citizens to be cautious on European holidays

    Published on : Wednesday, November 23, 2016

    The State Department doesn’t really want to ruin your holiday cheer. But the agency has an important message for U.S. holiday makers bound for Europe this winter.   On Nov. 21, the department issued a Europe Travel Alert urging U.S. …

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    AMERICA

  • Cathay Pacific reopens Heathrow lounge

    Published on : Monday, November 28, 2016

    Cathay Pacific today unveiled its First and Business Class Lounge at Heathrow Airport’s Terminal 3 in a soft opening to eligible passengers following an extensive renovation. The lounge, which officially opens its doors on Wednesday, 7 December features separate First …

  • US state dept. warns citizens to be cautious on European holidays

    Published on : Wednesday, November 23, 2016

    The State Department doesn’t really want to ruin your holiday cheer. But the agency has an important message for U.S. holiday makers bound for Europe this winter.   On Nov. 21, the department issued a Europe Travel Alert urging U.S. …

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    MIDDLE EAST

  • Tourism Innovation and Transformation Forum 2016 in Dubai

    Published on : Friday, November 25, 2016

    With the patronage of His Excellency Eng. Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori, Minister of Economy, the UAE Ministry of Economy organized the ‘The Tourism Innovation and Transformation Forum 2016’ in collaboration with the UNWTO. The forum was held on Wednesday, …

  • Nigerians constitute maximum visitors from African countries to Dubai

    Published on : Friday, November 25, 2016

    The 2016 edition of one of Africa’s largest travel fair, Akwaaba Africa Travel Market took place in Lagos, Nigeria recently. The event was attended by stakeholders and players in African travel and tourism. The return of the Dubai Department of …

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    ASIA

  • Outbound travel in Asia looks positive for 2017

    Published on : Monday, November 28, 2016

    According to recent tourist data, Asians traveled more than ever this year mostly in regions within Asia, including beach holidays and international trips also shot up to double-digit growth. This sure holds a lot of expectation for 2017.   Outbound …

  • ITB Berlin exclusively publishes latest results from IPK’s World Tra

    Published on : Thursday, November 24, 2016

    Asians travelled more than ever so far this year, with a surge in trips to destinations within the region and including many more beach holidays. After a double-digit rise in international trips this year, the outlook remains strong for 2017. …

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  • Passenger banned for lifetime from Delta for pro-Donald Trump rant on

    Published on : Tuesday, November 29, 2016

    Delta Airlines banned one of its passengers for lifetime after he shouted at the fellow passengers in support of President-elect Donald Trump in an expletive-filled rant.   Delta Chief Executive Officer Ed Bastian said in a note that the passenger …

  • Infrastructure, Taxes & Charges, Consumer Protection and Security

    Published on : Tuesday, November 29, 2016

    IATAThe International Air Transport Association (IATA) highlighted four priorities in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) which must be addressed for aviation to deliver maximum economic and social benefits. These are: Sufficient and affordable infrastructure capacity (including air traffic …

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    CRUISE NEWS

  • Oceania Cruises to sail more than 20 voyages from NYC

    Published on : Saturday, November 26, 2016

    Oceania Cruises announced that it will be the only upscale cruise line to homeport in New York City, with more than 20 planned voyages beginning in 2017. Sailing from Manhattan’s convenient west-side cruise terminal at 48th street, the intimate and …

  • Carnival Cruises ceases operations of its Fathom brand

    Published on : Friday, November 25, 2016

    Carnival Corporation is ceasing its operation of the dedicated ship sailing under its socially conscious Fathom brand.   The cruise line first started operating from April 2016 and they are ceasing the operation by the summer of 2017.   Fathom …

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    HOTEL NEWS

  • Mövenpick Resort & Spa Jimbaran Bali Poised To Open In Bali

    Published on : Tuesday, November 29, 2016

    Inspired by the traditional five elements of Balinese design, Mövenpick Resort & Spa Jimbaran, Bali will start welcoming guests on January 12, 2017 as the brand’s respected upscale hospitality offering arrives in the Island of the Gods.   The newly …

  • New faces at 30 Pavilion Road as Searcys aim for a bright future

    Published on : Tuesday, November 29, 2016

    30 Pavilion Road, the ‘spiritual home’ of Searcys, has made two appointments with a focus on promoting the Georgian townhouse’s unique and elegant event spaces.Henni Havenga has been appointed as General Manager of the venue boasting 25 years of experience …

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    TOURISM NEWS

  • Thailand on track to meet visitor targets thanks to quality tourism gr

    Published on : Tuesday, November 29, 2016

    Thailand’s tourism industry is set to exceed the 2.4 trillion Baht (US$68.57 billion) target set for 2016 thanks to the drive to boost visitor numbers with visa fee waivers and a raft of measures to assure tourists that they will …

  • Regional Rewards

    Published on : Tuesday, November 29, 2016

    A world gymnastic championship held in Glasgow, two of Scotland’s biggest marathons, a dazzling event that launched this year’s Festival of Architecture and a west coast ferry service have all been named regional winners at Scottish tourism’s equivalent of the …

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