Mahlatini, the UK’s Best Safari, Wildlife and Nature Holiday Company (British Travel Awards 2016 and 2017), has opened its first permanent base in Africa, with a dedicated sales and product offi…
New ferries, departure site for Puerto Rico islands
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Puerto Rico’s government has bought four new ferries and announced a new departure site for those traveling to two nearby islands popular with tourists.Officia…
Sailing into the future: How cruises are charting new passenger tastes
George Pathori looks at upcoming trends for cruise passengers wanting new ways to explore the world.What’s new in cruising? As usual, there’s lots of razzle-dazzle — laser tag, water…
Southwest Airlines selects Amadeus Sky Suite by Optym
At the core of every airline is its flight schedule – how it manages thousands of flights carrying millions of passengers to cities around the world.Amadeus and network optimisation company Opty…
Regional airlines, hit by pilot shortage, seek exceptions to 1,500-hour rule
LONG BEACH, Calif. — The regional airline industry, which has thus far felt most of the effect of a growing commercial pilot shortage, pressed its case last week for new exceptions to the contro…
Corinthia Hotel Lisbon unveils redesigned rooms and new restaurant
Corinthia Hotel Lisbon has unveiled the first phase of a €15 million guest bedroom and suite makeover and opened a stylish new restaurant, Erva.Bristling from a complete refurbishment are the Sup…
Bangkok Airways partners with Amadeus for tech overhaul
Bangkok Airways has chosen Amadeus Altéa passenger service system to deliver an extensive transformation of its core technology systems.The transformation means Bangkok Airways’ customers…
AHIF 2018: Marriott accelerates expansion plans across Africa
From the Africa Hotel Investment Forum in Nairobi, Kenya, Marriott International today announced rapid expansion plans across Africa.Strong demand for select-service brands and conversion opportunitie…
Secretary Balala seeks to utilise AHIF springboard
Najib Balala, Kenya cabinet secretary for tourism and wildlife, has said it the country will use Africa’s leading hotel investment forum – AHIF – as a launch pad for innovative touri…
Air New Zealand begins search for new uniform designer
Air New Zealand is kicking off the design process for a new uniform for cabin crew and airport staff.Currently, close to 4,500 cabin crew and airport staff wear Trelise Cooper designed garments.The ai…