SITA deploys self-service bag drop for LATAM Airlines

SITA is installing its Scan&Fly self-service bag drop for LATAM Airlines Group at 18 airports in five countries in the Americas as part of its work to transform its airport experience.

Qatar Airways announces launch of double-daily flights from Edinburgh, Scotland for 2020

Edinburgh, UK – Qatar Airways announce the launch of double-daily flights from Edinburgh, Scotland in the new year; an increase from 10 to 14 flights per week.

New government must act on Heathrow expansion costs, says IAG

International Airlines Group (IAG) is calling on the Prime Minister and new government to commission an independent assessment of Heathrow’s expansion costs.

Odyssey of the Seas to make bold, European entrance, arriving to Rome for first Mediterranean season

MIAMI - Royal Caribbean International's newest ship, Odyssey of the Seas, will deliver a bold lineup of sought-after destinations as the first Quantum Ultra Class ship to homeport in Rome and sail through the Eastern Mediterranean for the summer season.

Hospitality industry more prone to cyber attacks

DUBAI - The hospitality industry is increasingly prone to cyber-attacks and breach of customers’ personal data. Generally there are two types of organizations. Ones that are aware that they have been hacked and the second have been hacked already but are not aware of it.

Here is what you should definitely know before visiting India

What comes to your mind when you think of India? Majestic Himalayas, warm-hearted Indians, a couple of saints dressed in saffron with long beards, cows on the street, temples, and of course YOGA!

Step inside the bathrooms of the world’s most luxurious hotels

Is there anything more exciting than picking out design inspiration for an upcoming renovation project? From stacks of magazines and catalogs to the never-ending world of Pinterest boards,

In-flight services -not ticket prices- boost passenger satisfaction on international flights, J.D. Power finds

COSTA MESA, CALIF. - Great food -the spicier the better- plus good customer service and a positive track record are the primary drivers of passenger satisfaction on international airline flights.

Carnival Corporation joins getting to Zero Coalition for zero emission operations

MIAMI – Carnival Corporation & plc announced it has joined the Getting to Zero Coalition, an alliance of organizations across the maritime, energy, infrastructure and finance sectors committed to accelerating the decarbonization of the international shipping industry.

Seven business aviation predictions for 2020

It’s been a busy year for on-demand private charter company PrivateFly, which has been integrating into Directional Aviation’s OneSky family, while continuing to generate growth that outperforms the market, in both Europe and the US.

If you want to know where someone is going, identify where they’ve been

Search is a tremendous tool for understanding audience intent. It accounts for more than half of the nearly $11 billion digital travel spend in 2019, according to eMarketer. But relying on search alone is fundamentally reactive - targeting travelers who are already deep into the sales funnel.

ECM Summer School: The Meetings Industry educational programme to be held in Turin in 2020

European Cities Marketing and Turismo Torino e Provincia announced that 2020 will see the 34th ECM Summer School take place in Turin, Italy, August 22-26.

Five tips for long-distance bikepacking in the United States

If you love cycling and outdoor exploration, one of the items on your travel bucket list might be to go bikepacking through parts of the world. Bikepacking combines bicycling and backpacking, allowing you to travel the trails more quickly. 

IBM, Google and Klook to headline at Travel Technology Europe 2020

Europe’s dedicated event for travel technology, Travel Technology Europe, has announced that industry experts from IBM, Google and Klook will be headlining its 2020 conference. 

The best and worst taxi services across Europe

A vital part of the perfect city break is transport. And when embracing those chilly European Christmas nights, a taxi ride should be as smooth and hassle-free as possible.

Royalton Park Avenue leverages HIS expertise to cater to latest guest and business meeting Wi-Fi needs

NEW YORK - Hotel Internet Services (HIS), a full-service provider of internet services and solutions for the hospitality industry, has been credited with successfully enhancing guest and business meeting Wi-Fi services for the Royalton Park Avenue.

Qatar Airways Frequent Flyer Programme partners with Qatar Museums for Culture Pass

DOHA, QATAR – Qatar Airways’ award-winning Frequent Flyer Programme, Privilege Club, partners with Qatar Museums’ Culture Pass, offering its valued Platinum and Gold tier members access to the rich benefits of the Culture Pass Plus programme.

Travel with safety in mind: Six ways to stay safe when you’re travelling

No one likes to anticipate the worst. However, when you’re travelling across continents, meeting new people every day, immersing yourself in new cultures and barely finding enough time to sleep between airports, it’s always worth investing in your safety.