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Hilton to open Asia Pacific’s first Tapestry Collection hotels in Taipei and Christchurch

Thu, 20 Feb 2020 01:00:08 +0000

The two new properties mark the debut of the Tapestry Collection brand in the Asia-Pacific region

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NH Collection to make US debut in New York

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 16:00:25 +0000

The 288-room newly-refurbished hotel is set to open on Madison Avenue in April.

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Debris found in undelivered B737 Max fuel tanks

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 16:00:02 +0000

Boeing says it does not expect the issue to lead to a delay in the aircraft's return to service

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Coronavirus: World of Hyatt offers tier status and benefit extensions

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 13:26:55 +0000

World of Hyatt members based in Asia-Pacific countries will be given tier status and benefits extensions.

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This Shivaji Jayanti, travel here in Maharashtra

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 09:51:52 +0000

Interesting fact - Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport is eponymous with this great warrior-king

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Hilton’s Curio Collection brand to debut in Malaysia

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 07:22:11 +0000

The Nautilus Resort is expected to open in 2023 with 250 rooms on the island of Langkawi

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Coronavirus: Expedia allows customers to cancel hotel and flight bookings

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 06:56:58 +0000

Expedia Hong Kong said "we are doing our best" as it faces an "extraordinarily high number of enquiries and requests for assistance"

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Spicejet launches 20 new domestic flights

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 05:31:35 +0000

The low-cost carrier connects Guwahati with Patna, Hyderabad with Mangaluru, Bengaluru with Jabalpur and Mumbai with Aurangabad for the first time on its network

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Collinson Airport Alliance launched

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 05:25:25 +0000

The initiative by global travel experience and loyalty brand, Collinson aims to bring together service providers across the airport ecosystem to enhance customer experience

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Coronavirus: Aeroflot reduces flights to mainland China and Hong Kong

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 04:35:05 +0000

The Russian flag carrier has cut flights to its three destinations in mainland China and Hong Kong in February and March due to 'a decrease in demand'

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Focus: Blind travelers support Australia’s tourism recovery

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 19:21:22 +0000

Australians with sight loss have taken action after Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced: “Australian tourism is facing its biggest challenge in living memory”. This month, small groups of blind and low vision community members from all over Australia, have just returned from short sensory breaks on NSW’s Northern Rivers and Queensland’s Fraser Coast, Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast.

News: Tinie Tempah to launch Burn at White Beach on Friday

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 11:40:01 +0000

Burn, Friday’s ultimate new day-to-night experience at White Beach & Restaurant, will be inaugurated by none other than urban music sensation, Tinie Tempah on Friday.

News: Radisson Riyadh Airport set to open in late 2020

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 11:15:48 +0000

As one of the fastest growing companies in the country, the newest addition brings the group’s portfolio to over 45 hotels, resorts and serviced apartments in operation and under development.

News: ATM 2020: Low-cost aviation set for Middle East boom

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 10:27:37 +0000

Low-cost carriers are driving growth in the Middle East aviation market, recording a 9.3 per cent increase in seat capacity in 2019, according to CAPA Centre for Aviation.

News: JW Marriott Muscat takes brand into Oman

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 09:19:50 +0000

Overlooking inspiring surroundings, JW Marriott Muscat features 304 guest rooms and suites, many of them offering views of Oman’s wadis, spectacular natural valleys flowing with water.

News: Lufthansa Group extends Amadeus partnership

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 08:58:47 +0000

Through this agreement, Lufthansa and its portfolio of airlines will continue to rely on the Altéa Passenger Service System to manage reservation, inventory, ticketing, disruption management at the airport and departure control.

News: Visa to launch new card in partnership with Accor

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 08:58:46 +0000

The new card will offer members tailored rewards based on customer preferences and the ability to earn more loyalty points when staying at an Accor property or when making purchases.

News: Qatar Airways boosts IAG stake to 25 per cent

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 08:45:07 +0000

Qatar Airways Group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, stated: “Our investment to date has been highly successful and the announced increase in our shareholding is evidence of our continued support of IAG and its strategy.”

News: L+R Hotels rejigs London property management

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 08:31:28 +0000

Grant Campbell joins Nobu Hotel London Portman Square as general manager, while Matthew Beard is promoted to managing director and will be re-located to Strand Palace.

News: Dusit signs with Metro Pacific Investments for new Philippines venture

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 08:14:37 +0000

Dusit International has signed an investment agreement with major Filipino infrastructure holding company, Metro Pacific Investments Corporation.

News: ITB China postponed as coronavirus battle continues

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 14:41:06 +0000

Organisers at ITB China have confirmed the event will be postponed as the country continues to battle a coronavirus outbreak. The latest official figures released today put the overall death toll at 1,868 in the country, with 72,436 infections.

News: Scholefield appointed chief digital officer with Marriott

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 13:50:13 +0000

In this position, Jim Scholefield will be responsible for leading all aspects of the company’s information technology and digital strategies.

News: Hullah appointed chief executive with Riviera Travel

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 10:38:53 +0000

The board at Riviera Travel has appointed Phil Hullah as the new chief executive of the company, effective March 2nd. He will succeed David Clemson, who will stay with the business as a shareholder and non-executive director.

News: Qatar Airways signs codeshare with Bulgarian Air

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 10:23:25 +0000

Bulgaria Air is the largest Bulgarian airline and national carrier of the Republic of Bulgaria. It performs direct flights to 25 cities in Europe, including domestic flights to Varna and Bourgas.

News: NH Collection New York Madison Avenue to take brand into United States

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 10:16:19 +0000

Manhattan is getting set to welcome an exciting newcomer to the local hotel scene this April, with the opening of NH Collection New York Madison Avenue.

News: DFDS reveals new Relax Lounge onboard Dunkerque Seaways

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 09:50:17 +0000

DFDS’ Dunkerque Seaways will be the first of the three ships on the Dover to Dunkirk route to reveal a number of new looks as part of a £3.9 million investment.

News: Ultima Geneva Grand Villa to launch in April

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 07:31:25 +0000

Ultima Collection will launch Ultima Geneva Grand Villa, an urban sanctuary, at the start of April. Located on the shores of Lake Geneva, the villa will be a luxury residence available for private hire only, offering travellers a stylish gateway to the Alps.

Focus: How travel to the Schengen area will change in 2021

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 18:51:57 +0000

Citizens from over 60 countries are used to taking a quick business trip or holiday in Europe with no more paperwork than bringing their passport along —and making reservations with their favorite airline or hotel.

News: Flores-Garcia takes up UK leadership role with Air New Zealand

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 16:10:33 +0000

Air New Zealand has appointed Jorge Flores-Garcia as area manager for the UK and Europe. October marks the start of a new era for Air New Zealand as the carrier closes its London route.

News: The Ben joins Autograph Collection in Florida

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 15:50:20 +0000

Autograph Collection Hotels has announced the opening of the Ben, the first hotel on the downtown West Palm Beach, Florida waterfront. The Ben is part of the group’s portfolio of more than 180 independent hotels.

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