Austrian Airlines, DO & CO Extend Contract until 2027

MIAMI – DO & CO is set to remain the caterer for Vienna-based Austrian Airlines (OS), following the renewal of the contract until 2027. Both OS and the catering company have been working together to provide meals onboard flights since 2007. Being the catering provider for the airline, it will continue to provide for all …

Icelandair Announces Sale, Leaseback of Two Boeing 767s

MIAMI – Icelandair (FI) has announced a sale, leaseback agreement for two of its Boeing 767-300ERs to Titan Aircraft Investments. Titan Aircraft Investments is a joint venture between Bain Capital Credit and Titan Aircraft Holdings, a subsidiary of Atlas Air. Titan Aircraft Holdings is an experienced aircraft leasing company, has a diverse portfolio of aircraft, …

A cruise line just announced it saw its biggest booking day ever after unveiling its 2022 to 2023 winter sailings

Summary List Placement Oceania Cruises just saw its strongest booking day in the company’s history, signaling high demand despite the current global cruising pause. On March 3, Oceania opened bookings for 2022 to 2023 “Tropics and Exotics Collection” winter sailings. Shortly after, the cruise line received a flood of interest, resulting in an “all-time record” …

Delta Zaps Cincinnati as Focus City

MIAMI – Speaking at a Raymond James conference on Monday, Delta Air Lines (DL) president, Glen Hauenstein, announced the airline will drop Cincinnati, Nashville, and San Jose as focus cities. The news comes as DL, along with most all other airlines, trim routes as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The carrier will, however, maintain …

2 cruise lines are pivoting to offer summer ‘land tours’ in Alaska — see what it’ll be like to take

Summary List Placement Cruising to Alaska has been put on hold, but Carnival Corporation’s Princess Cruises and Holland America have found a new way to offer travelers a chance to visit the state, sans cruising. Last month, the Canadian government announced a cruising ban in the country’s waters until February 2022. As a result, the possible …

Shock travel survey shows deep concerns and stress

International travel faces major challenges with overwhelming support for a COVID-19 Travel Pass but deep concerns about data security and mental health. A survey just released by the International Air Transport Association found that while 80 per cent of respondents said they were encouraged by the prospect of the IATA Travel Pass App and would …

7 luxurious ways to redeem Amex Hilton free weekend night certificates

 Summary List Placement You can earn Hilton free weekend night certificates with select Amex Hilton credit cards. Due to COVID, Hilton is allowing members to redeem certificates on any night of the week. They’re valid at almost any Hilton hotel, including luxury Conrad and Waldorf Astoria properties. Read Insider’s guide to the best hotel credit …

The 10 best Airbnbs in Key West including a yacht, a cottage with a hot tub, and an oceanfront condo

  Summary List Placement Key West is one of the most popular US destinations thanks to its laid-back, tropical vibe.  Its stunning beaches are family-friendly, but it’s equally great for couples and solo travelers.  We rounded up some of the best Airbnbs in Key West, ranging in price from $147 to $447 per night. As …

Garuda Indonesia Orders the Airbus A330-800

MIAMI – Garuda Indonesia (GA) has quietly placed an order for the Airbus A330-800 – the less popular A330neo variant – according to Airbus’ latest order backlog. Garuda Indonesia’s order for the Airbus A330-800 has evolved within recent years. In June 2019, the carrier revealed it signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) for four of …

Singapore Airlines to Test the IATA Travel Pass App

LONDON – Singapore Airlines (SQ) will be the first airline in the world to test the IATA Travel Pass mobile application’s digital health authentication, beginning with passengers flying from Singapore to London between March 15 and March 28, 2021. This project is the second step of the airline’s digital health check process experimentation, which is …

The 12 best Airbnbs within 3 hours of New York City, from the Hudson Valley to the Jersey Shore

  Summary List Placement For New Yorkers looking to stick close to home, there are plenty of options within a short drive.  Airbnbs are an attractive lodging option, offering privacy and an easy way to social distance.   We’ve rounded up highly-rated Airbnbs, all within 3 hours of New York City, ranging from $102 to $325.  …

Air Astana Restarts Flights to Georgia Starting March 16

TBILISI – Air Astana (KC) has announced that the Almaty-Tbilisi route will once again become available from March 16, 2021. The flight will commence on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays on a weekly basis.   As part of the gradual reopening process, the resumption of the route is an indicator that both Georgia and Kazakhstan have …

Airlines are betting on a rapid vaccine rollout to increase bookings but the CDC hasn’t changed its travel guidance yet

Summary List Placement The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention unveiled the long-awaited list of activities that vaccinated individuals can now safely do as the country inches closer to herd immunity.  But those planning a post-vaccination vacation might still want to hold off as the public health agency has not revised its stance on non-essential …

Rumors Are False! 747s Get Reprieve at Air India

MIAMI – Whoops! It looks like the rumors are false. On Twitter today, Air India (AI) declared that it is NOT retiring its fleet of Boeing 747s. A report on SimpleFlying.com says that although the airline will not use the type on international trips, it will still schedule the Boeing 747 on high-demand domestic routes. …

The 17 camper van accessories I swear by after rigging my own van and spending thousands of miles on the road

Summary List Placement While COVID-19 disrupted much of the travel industry, camper van sales have been on the rise throughout the pandemic. If you’re thinking about joining the van life movement, having the right accessories is key to being comfortable on the road. After rigging my own van and driving it thousands of miles across …

Blue Air Adds Daily Service to Milan Linate

LONDON – Under the Summer 2021 Schedule, Blue Air (0B) will begin offering direct flights to Milan Linate (LIN) beginning March 28, with up to seven weekly services from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) and two weekly services from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ). The company will fly to LIN from OTP and CLJ on the following schedule: OTP – …

Aeronaves TSM to Add up to Two Boeing 737-400(F)s

MIAMI – Mexican cargo carrier Aeronaves TSM (VTM) and Aeronautical Engineers, Inc. (AEI) have confirmed an option placed in November 2020 for the freighter conversion of an additional Boeing 737-400 and have added an option on a third of the type. In November 2020, Aeronaves TSM and AEI announced the first Boeing 737-400 freighter conversion …

Amerijet Engaged in the Delivery of COVID-19 vaccines

LONDON – Cargo airline Amerijet (M6) continues to play a critical role in supplying COVID-19 vaccines to fight the pandemic. The American cargo airline delivers the AstraZeneca vaccine doses from India. The partnership began with Odyssey Logistic Pv Ltd before handling the operation with M6. The vaccines are delivered for Central and South America, to …

AirlineRatings on Skynews talking aviation issues

Airlineratings.com Editor-in-Chief Geoffrey Thomas says the Australian government’s proposed additional assistance for the airline industry needs to be quick and decisive. Speaking on SkyNews Geoffrey Thomas says that with the end of Job Keeper on March 31 the proposed additional grants need to be rolled out quickly with a minimum of fuss. Listen to the …

Dramatic photos of airliners at Alice

Aviation photographer Jarrod Swanick has captured the plight of the aviation industry with a fly-over of the grounded airliners at Alice Springs in Australia. The photos taken over the weekend of March 6/7 show mainly Singapore Airlines and  Cathay Pacific Airways aircraft. But also can be seen are aircraft from Cebu Pacific, Scoot, Virgin Australia, …

Marriott is betting on longer vacations becoming the new normal

Summary List Placement Marriott is catering to the COVID-19 trend of longer vacations with a new suite of locations and rooms under its “longer stay” brands. This desire for extended trips has been growing since people began considering travel again amid COVID-19. And according to a Vrbo survey of 2,200 US-based travelers in December 2020, …

Amtrak is adding nostalgia-inducing private rooms to overnight trains between Boston, New York, and Washington, DC

Summary List Placement The overnight trains between Washington, DC, and Boston are getting slightly more bearable with upgrades coming this spring.  Amtrak will offer private rooms on late-night Northeast Regional trains running between Washington and Boston starting in April. The once-daily trains already depart in the evening and arrive in the early morning after a …

32 travel gifts they can use now or on future vacations

  Summary List Placement Due to the ongoing pandemic, many travel plans continue to be upended or postponed. We found travel gift ideas jet-setters will love, whether they plan to use them now or for future vacations. These travel gifts span a range of prices and interests, from carry-ons to national park passes. Find more …

Qatar Airways to Increase Flight Capacity on Trips to Seychelles

Qatar Airways (QR) is reportedly set to increase the number of passengers it will carry on trips to the Indian Ocean island-country of Seychelles to capitalize on loosening COVID-19 restrictions. The post Qatar Airways to Increase Flight Capacity on Trips to Seychelles appeared first on Airways Magazine. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

The best credit card bonuses and deals this week, including new Amex Delta card offers and the last chance to earn nearly 2-for-1 airline travel

 Summary List PlacementTable of Contents: Masthead Sticky Six Amex Delta cards have increased welcome offers of up to 90,000 miles plus statement credits. The offers to earn a Companion Pass and bonus points on the Chase Southwest cards end March 10. Check out our new guide to what points, miles, and credit card rewards are …

Eurowings to Open New Base in Berlin

LONDON – On April 1, 2021, Eurowings (EW) will open a new base at Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER). Three of the airline’s Airbus A320 aircraft are based at the new BER base. The carrier will once again link the capital with Cologne (CGN), Düsseldorf (DUS), and Stuttgart (STR) up to three times a day, and …

Safran to Develop Propulsion for Future Aircraft

MIAMI – France’s Safran has set up a program that aims to develop a possible propulsion system for single-aisle commercial aircraft. The program, a big step forward that has only recently begun in Europe, accompanies Safran’s 2050 Carbon Free Air Transport Roadmap. Safran Aircraft Engines is a French aerospace engine manufacturer headquartered in Courcouronnes, France. …