Ryanair launches major pilot training programme in central Europe

Ryanair recently announced a major new training partnership with Polish-based international flight school, Bartolini Air, to deliver a Ryanair/Bartolini Air Mentored Pilot Training Programme. This partnership will ensure Ryanair continues to attract highly trained professional pilots to support its continued growth across Europe.

Only 23% of travelers are dedicated to certain airlines

The latest report from Signs.com shows that only 23% of travelers are dedicated to certain airlines.

Boeing to recognize charge and increased costs in 2nd Quarter due to 737 MAX grounding

CHICAGO - Boeing announced it will recognize an impact to earnings when it releases second-quarter 2019 results on July 24. 

The Royal Livingstone Victoria Falls Zambia Hotel by Anantara empowers women and supports sustainable farming

BANGKOK - The Royal Livingstone Victoria Falls Zambia Hotel by Anantara is proudly proving that authentic luxury can be enriched by adopting a mindful and holistic approach to day-to-day operations.

Discover the World opens bookings for new floating ‘Arctic Bath’ Spa Hotel in Swedish Lapland

As construction for the long-awaited floating Arctic Bath in Swedish Lapland continues, Nordic travel specialist Discover the World has opened reservations for travel from February 2020.

Roiback develops the first accessible booking engine in Europe

Roiback, company based in Palma de Mallorca and specialist and leader in the management of hotel direct sales, has developed the first accessible booking engine in Europe.

Golden Galapagos enhances their fleet with brand-new luxury catamaran The Elite

Reflecting the rise in demand for luxury cruise experiences in the Galapagos Islands, Ecuadorian boutique cruise and tour operator Golden Galapagos Cruises introduces their brand-new luxury mega catamaran, the Elite. This is the newest vessel built specifically to cruise the Galapagos islands.

UNESCO adds Palacio de Mafra and Bom Jesus do Monte to its World Heritage Site List in Portugal

The iconic Portuguese landmarks Palacio de Mafra and Bom Jesus do Monte, have both been classified as World Cultural Heritage Sites by the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) at the 43rd session of the World Heritage Committee in Baku, Azerbaijan on Sunday.

The Taj Mahal – The Most Popular ‘Wonder of the World’ on Social Media

The international taxi platform, Taxi2Airport, analysed the social engagement with the New7Wonders of the World by looking at the number of Facebook likes on posts about these wonders, Twitter followers of pages of these wonders, Instagram hashtags, tagging these monuments and pins on Pinterest related to these wonders.

Lufthansa chief and Indigo Partners co-founder receive top honours at Airline Strategy Awards

LONDON - Carsten Spohr, the chief executive of Lufthansa Group, and William A “Bill” Franke, the co-founder and managing partner at Indigo Partners, took the top honours at the 2019 Airline Strategy Awards, which recognises individuals, airlines and companies supporting air transport that have demonstrated dynamic leadership and clear vision.

Munich Airport International expands activities in the USA

In a major step forward in the development of a new world-class airport, the Port Authority has reached agreement with EWR Terminal One LLC, a 100% subsidiary of Munich Airport International GmbH (MAI), to operate and maintain the $2.7 billion Terminal One now under construction at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).

New cultural sites added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List

During its meeting in Baku, the World Heritage Committee, inscribed new cultural sites on UNESCO’s World Heritage List.  New sites, by order of inscription:

Royal Building of Mafra - Palace, Basilica, Convent, Cerco Garden and Hunting Park (Tapada) (Portugal) - Located 30 km northwest of Lisbon, the site was conceived by King João V in 1711 as a tangible representation of his conception of the monarchy and the State.

Corinthia London partners with Brompton Bike

LONDON, ENGLAND - Corinthia London has joined forces with iconic British bike-maker Brompton, to offer guests an alternative way to explore the city – on a brand-new fleet of electric and classic bicycles. Guests will saddle up to see the city’s offering from a new perspective in bespoke amber-colored Corinthia designed bikes. 

Teneo Hospitality Group doubles Washington, DC Sales Staff expanding presence in the key associations/MidAtlantic market

EDEN PRAIRIE, (MINNEAPOLIS) MN - Teneo Hospitality Group took another bold step forward in its ongoing expansion, doubling the size of its Washington, DC Sales Office staff with the hiring of two highly respected hotel sales professionals, Kyla Knudson and Helena Dechant.

Cheval Collection moves to the Cloud with RMS

Luxury apartment operator Cheval Collection is upgrading its property management system, entering into a technology partnership with RMS Cloud, which has developed an industry-leading solution used by 6000+ properties.

Israel’s rise in tourism leads to an increase in new hotel openings, construction and renovations

NEW YORK –  These hotel updates will cater to all types of travelers, whether they are coming for business or leisure, looking for luxury or budget options, or just looking for an adventure.

BCD Travel signs agreement to participate in Qantas Channel

UTRECHT, THE NETHERLANDS – BCD Travel has signed an agreement with Qantas Airways to participate in the Qantas Channel. The agreement applies to all individual global distribution system bookings, and BCD now is finalizing required agreements with individual GDSs.

Al Murshed Travel and Tourism signs an exclusive agreement with Sabre

MANAMA, BAHRAIN – Al Murshed Travel and Tourism, one of the leading travel agencies in the Kingdom of Bahrain, has signed a long-term agreement with Sabre Corporation, leading technology provider to the global travel industry, to continue use its technology and platform to provide travel services to its customers.