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MIAMI – In Summer 2021, airBaltic (BT) expects to operate about 65 routes from Riga International Airport (RIX) and launch five routes to the UK, Russia, Norway and Armenia. The flight offering is set to start on March 28. BT also plans to resume flights to 17 other routes that were not operative during Summer 2020 due …
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MIAMI – Southwest Airlines (WN) has announced it will start flying from Sarasota-Bradenton Airport (SRQ) to four destinations on February 14, local newspaper Sarasota Herald-Tribune reported on December 10. The low-cost carrier will have services from SRQ to Houston Hobby (HOU), Baltimore (BWI), Chicago Midway (MDW), and Nashville (BNA), starting in February, with three extra …
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MIAMI– BA Cityflyer (CJ), a subsidiary of British Airways (BA), has suspended services over a six month period from Manchester (MAN) and London Stansted (STN) airports. Additionally, CJ will now serve 11 destinations from Southampton Airport (SOU) in 2021, capitalizing on potential holiday travel. “This is an exciting opportunity for the British Airways family. The …
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Japan Airlines has become the first Japanese carrier to offer complimentary COVID cover for international passengers as it moves to boost traveler confidence. The new service, available from December 23 and backed by insurance giant Allianz Travel, includes coverage of up to €150,000 ($US182,370) in total medical costs for those who test positive during their …
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Summary List Placement Airbnb’s stock soared on Thursday in its highly anticipated public market debut, closing at $144.71 per share, more than double its initial offering of $68 per share. That price also gives the short-term rental giant an approximately $86.5 billion valuation. Or, more than the combined market capitalization of the top three hotel …
Summary List Placement Airbnb Luxe is a collection of vetted, high-end homes that come with extra amenities and a designated trip designer. Many Luxe listings are understandably pricey, but we found excellent options across the US for $500 or less per night. Additionally, all of these homes abide by the company’s Enhanced Cleaning Initiative …
United Airlines has pledged to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 100 percent by 2050 with the help of sustainable fuels and technology that captures carbon dioxide from the air. The move recognizes that conventional carbon offset schemes currently favored by airlines are an interim solution and that increased investment in alternatives will be needed if …
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MIAMI – TUI Group has reported a full-year earnings loss of €3bn before interest and taxes (EBIT) due to the COVID-19 pandemic crisis. The travel operator also suffered a 58% fall in its revenue, recording a profit of €7.9bn. During October 2019 and February 2020, the group was “very successful.” However, after the first five …
MIAMI – Airlines around the world are taking measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19, but one country might be taking things a bit too far. On November 25, the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) released new guidelines for the country’s airline industry, which it oversees. The document (In Chinese), titled Technical Guidelines for …
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Summary List Placement The ultrawealthy are still on the quest for Golden Visas, and investment immigration and relocation provider Astons has the list of which countries are on the top of their lists for the holidays. Countries such as Cyprus and Montenegro are still popular for those looking for Golden Visas, according to Astons, an …
MIAMI – The first Airbus A321neo aircraft that Cathay Dragon (KA) received in August has been repainted in Cathay Pacific’s (CX) colors. Showcasing the aircraft on various photos posted on its social media, AeronewsGlobal reported that the aircraft registered B-HPB had the CX livery. So far, the operations of the jet under CX will depend …
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Lift Airlines MIAMI – South African aviation enthusiasts and travelers are celebrating the launch earlier today of the country’s newest airline. LIFT Airline (GE) flew its inaugural flights between Johannesburg and Cape Town (with one flight flying each way) using two of its fleet of three Airbus A320-231 aircraft. LIFT Airline is a start-up South …
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Summary List Placement Certain Delta credit cards allow cardholders to earn Medallion® Qualification Miles (MQMs) toward elite status when they spend a certain amount each year. These cards include the Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card , Delta SkyMiles® Platinum Business American Express Card, Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card, and Delta SkyMiles® Reserve Business …
LONDON – Alaska Airlines (AS) and oneworld have announced Alaska’s elite Mileage Plan members will receive matching Oneworld tier status. In the global Alliance, their status will be as follows: MVP Gold 75K = oneworld Emerald MVP Gold = oneworld Sapphire MVP = oneworld Ruby Many of the benefits elite flyers currently enjoy on AS with their status will seamlessly carry over to the oneworld tiers when …
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Summary List Placement Florida’s Space Coast is about to become the Supersonic Coast with a startup that’s working to usher in the new era of supersonic travel that has just broken ground on a new campus in Melbourne, Florida. Aerion is investing $300 million into Aerion Park, a 110.6-acre campus on the grounds of Melbourne …
LONDON – Ms. Dines will replace Joe McCollum as Chef People Officer at Air New Zealand (NZ). McCollum will shortly complete his fixed-term agreement and will be leaving the company in February to resume his consultancy practice. Nikki Dines has been with Air New Zealand (NZ) since 2013 and has held a variety of roles within the People, …
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Summary List Placement Flight attendants in China reportedly have been urged to wear disposable diapers and avoid airplane bathrooms as part of the effort to stop the spread of COVID-19, according to new guidelines issued by the Civil Aviation Administration of China. “It is recommended that cabin crew members wear disposable diapers and avoid using …
Singapore Airlines is ready for the bounce back from COVID-19 with A380s and 777X according to its EVP Commercial Lee Lik Hsin. Speaking with AirlineRatings.com Mr. Lee said Singapore Airlines, has shareholder approval to raise over S$15 billion in equity, cash, and facilities and is well-positioned to ride out the pandemic as it prepares for …
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Malaysian entrepreneur Tony Fernandes has predicted troubled AirAsia X will emerge from the COVID crisis as a strong medium-haul operator in South-East Asia. The longer-haul low-cost carrier was hit hard by COVID-19 AirAsia, losing $US$73.3 million in the quarter ending September. In October, it warned it was facing a liquidity crisis and proposed a major …
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LONDON – Hawaiian Airlines (HA) is bringing Hawaii closer to three more US mainland cities, including Austin, Ontario and Orlando. Travelers will be able to enjoy the carrier’s nonstop flights from those cities to Honolulu beginning next year. Hawaii’s hometown airline will also expand service at Long Beach (LGB) with daily nonstop flights to Kahului, …
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Delta Air Lines has thrown down the travel flexibility gauntlet by permanently eliminating international change fees for trips from North America to anywhere in the world. The airline’s decision not to charge change fees on Delta tickets for travel originating from North America to international destinations is effective immediately. It will include flights operated by …
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LONDON – Andreas Otto, currently CCO and CFO of Austria’s national airline, has decided to leave the company at his own request effective December 31, 2020 in order to pursue new challenges. He spent more than 20 years in Executive Board positions within the Lufthansa Group (LH), and ranks among the most experienced top managers …
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Summary List Placement Hawaiian Airlines is expanding its footprint on the US mainland with new routes across the 48 contiguous states in 2021. Four destinations will receive new non-stop service to Hawaiian cities, with three receiving their only direct links to the island state. California will see most of the expansion, but the East Coast …
MIAMI – El Al Israel Airlines (LY) controlling shareholder Eli Rozenberg has decided to inject an additional US$50m into the ailing airline. The money was part of an agreement with the Ministry of Finance, which saw Rozenberg buy a controlling 42.9% stake for US$105m in El Al’s public offering on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE) …
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MIAMI – The EU will publish contingency steps to keep flights in the air if it fails to strike a trade deal with the UK, according to officials familiar with the plans. The step is an indication the bloc now sees a no deal scenario as a distinct possibility. EU Chief Negotiator Michel Barnier has …
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MIAMI – Delta Air Lines (DL) announced today that it is waiving its US$200 change fee for all US domestic and international tickets purchased through March 30, 2021. The plan, which matches that announced by American Airlines (AA), lets customers book flights knowing they can change their plans at any time, regardless of the type of ticket they …
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