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IHG opens Oxford’s second Voco hotel

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 15:28:25 +0000

The 181-room Voco Oxford Spires is on Abingdon Road and was formerly the Oxford Spires Four Pillars

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Delhi Metro introduces flight check-in facility for Air Asia, Spicejet and Go Air

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 11:27:10 +0000

Air Asia, Go Air and Spicejet travellers can avail check-in facilities at New Delhi metro station

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Indian visitors to the GCC to increase 81 per cent by 2024

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 10:46:24 +0000

The UAE to experience highest proportionate increase in arrivals from India

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IHG to open Kimpton Vividora in Barcelona’s Gothic quarter

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 10:24:21 +0000

Spain’s first Kimpton property will feature a rooftop swimming pool and bar

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Hilton Honors adds Lyft points redemption option

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 08:47:23 +0000

Members can now redeem points for credit against journeys with rideshare firm Lyft

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Finnair to add year-round Helsinki-Sapporo service

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 07:07:03 +0000

The airline first announced the launch of the new Sapporo route this January as a seasonal route, and now has extended it into a year-round service

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Spicejet and Gulf Air sign MoU to explore codeshare and engineering services

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 05:51:25 +0000

The deal will allow both the carriers to offer better connectivity and flexibility on sectors between India and Kingdom of Bahrain

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JAL to move some international routes from Narita to Haneda, add China flights

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 04:11:02 +0000

Starting March 29 next year, the Japanese national carrier will add new routes from Haneda Airport to the US, Finland, Russia, Australia, India and China

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Ethiopia to get first Radisson-branded hotel in 2021

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 02:42:39 +0000

The 125-room Radisson Hotel Bahir Dar will be on the banks of Lake Tana

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TAP Air Portugal to launch Lisbon flights to Montreal and Maceio in 2020

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 02:26:24 +0000

TAP Air Portugal will begin routes from its hub in Lisbon to Montreal, Canada and Maceio, Brazil next year

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News: W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island opens to first guests

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 16:11:09 +0000

The new opening is the latest incarnation of the hotel, which originally opened under the Viceroy flag and has moved through a number of operators since debuting in 2009.

News: Hays Travel creates 1,500 new jobs

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 16:02:35 +0000

The roles, which are available now, include 200 new posts at the company’s head office in Sunderland, north-east England, and 500 jobs handling foreign currency in each of the new Hays Travel stores around the UK.

Focus: Breaking Travel News investigates: Tourism in Bahrain

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 13:44:51 +0000

In an increasingly competitive region, Bahrain is working to stake out a position in the hospitality sector. Here Breaking Travel News editor, Chris O’Toole, visits the only island destination in the Middle East to discover what remains to be done

News: Montandon to lead Four Seasons Resort, the Nam Hai, Hoi An

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 09:33:16 +0000

Four Seasons Resort, the Nam Hai, Hoi An has announced the appointment of Blaise Montandon to the position of general manager. In this role, he will be responsible for overseeing the resort operations of 100 luxurious seaside villas.

News: TAP to launch two new North America routes in 2020

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 09:28:48 +0000

The Portuguese flag-carrier will offer new departures to Maceió in Brazil and Montreal in Canada, as the airline continues to build its transatlantic operations.

News: Fusion unveils planes to triple Vietnam operations

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 09:02:29 +0000

Fusion is expanding its Vietnam’s presence by tripling the number of properties in the Land of the Blue Dragon. Over the next three years, the wellness specialists will launch ten new hotels and resorts, representing 1,385 rooms and private villas, suites and apartments.

News: Gulf Air signs SpiceJet cooperation agreement

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 08:55:48 +0000

Gulf Air and SpiceJet have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore greater cooperation between the two airlines. The deal will include an interline and codeshare agreement, as well as coordination of cargo services, engineering and pilot training.

News: Hudson to lead Matetsi Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 07:54:43 +0000

Jonathan Hudson has been appointed general manager at Matetsi Victoria Falls. Hudson will take over from Franco Rienzo, who has been general manager of the property for the past two and a half years, on December 1st.

News: Secrets Resorts to open second European location next month

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 07:14:09 +0000

AMResorts it will bring the second Secrets Resorts & Spas-branded property to Europe with Secrets Lanzarote Resort & Spa.

News: Hertz adds Mini to British collection

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 06:41:23 +0000

Hertz has added the Mini Cooper, the Mini One and the Mini Countryman to its British Collection. To launch the expansion, Hertz has asked the vehicle wrapping company Yannimize to “dress up” some of its Mini cars in vinyl, featuring three eye-catching designs.

News: Nakheel Mall to open ahead of United Arab Emirates’ national day

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 00:35:44 +0000

The new centrepiece of the world-famous Palm Jumeirah, the AED1.2 billion mall has five retail levels with more than 300 shops, restaurants, entertainment outlets and services.

Focus: Breaking Travel News investigates: the Merchant House, Bahrain

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 13:00:36 +0000

With 46 beautifully appointed suites, the Merchant House features a unique collection of contemporary work by well-established Bahraini and international artists. Here Breaking Travel News editor, Chris O’Toole, visits the only luxury boutique hotel in Bahrain to find out more

News: Schram appointed chief executive with Norwegian

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 11:25:47 +0000

Jacob Schram has been selected as the new chief executive of low-cost carrier Norwegian. Geir Karlsen, who has led the airline on an interim basis following the surprise departure of Bjørn Kjos in July, will continue in the role of chief financial officer and deputy chief executive.

News: New names added to line-up for Luvya festival at Five Palm Jumeriah

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 11:19:17 +0000

The event, which will take place at the hotel from December 12th-14th, will now welcome the record-breaking DJs and producers Dimitri Vegas and Like Mike.

News: British Airways to fly 787-10 Dreamliner to Atlanta from February

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 10:13:36 +0000

British Airways has announced that it will take delivery of its first 787-10 Dreamliner in January. The flag-carrier also revealed the plane’s first route will be to Atlanta in February.

News: Mandarin Oriental signs on for Tel Aviv property

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 09:29:13 +0000

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that it will manage a new hotel and residential project in Tel Aviv. The project is scheduled to open at the end of 2023, with the group becoming the first luxury hospitality brand to enter the city.

News: NATS extends ministry of defence partnership

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 09:27:41 +0000

The deal will allow civilian and military air traffic controllers to continue to work side by side at the Swanwick Control Centre in Hampshire, ensuring safe and efficient collaboration and coordination within UK airspace.

News: Maldives puts niche markets at centre of 2020 tourism strategy

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 09:12:26 +0000

The Maldives Marketing & Public Relations Corporation has announced a new tourism strategy for 2020. The plan includes a stronger focus on promoting the rich culture of the destination, as well as developing niche markets such as MICE, culture and sports tourism.

News: Radisson Hotel Bahir Dar to open in Ethiopia

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 09:01:56 +0000

Radisson Hotel Group has signed Radisson Hotel Bahir Dar, located in the north east of Addis Ababa, capital of Ethiopia. It will be the first Radisson branded hotel and the group’s fourth hotel in the country.

News: Juneyao Air to launch Shanghai flights from Manchester

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 08:48:01 +0000

Chinese carrier Juneyao Air has chosen the hub for its first ever UK service, which will operate three-times-a-week using the state-of-the-art Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner.

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