Travel in 2021 will heavily depend on shorter travel distances and cities that offer travellers a sense of assurance when it comes to safety protocols. As international travel very (very) slowly opens…
American Airlines, British Airways and oneworld launch transatlantic COVID-19 testing trial
American Airlines, British Airways and oneworld® have launched an optional COVID-19 medical-based testing trial on selected flights from the United States (US) to London Heathrow (LHR), in a combi…
The world is less connected because of Covid, IATA report says
The number of cities connected directly by air service was 36% below prepandemic levels at the end of October, according to a new report from IATA.In raw terms, that means that of the more than 19,300…
Lanseria airport expansion continues
FlySafair is currently the only airline providing scheduled flights at Johannesburg’s Lanseria International Airport, which, a year ago, was offering flights operated by most domestic carriers. …
Holland America Line cancels raft of sailings into 2021
Holland America Line is extending its pause of cruise operations for all departures up until March 31st at the earliest.The line will also cancel cruises of eight days or longer that call in the Unite…
Classic New Zealand road trips: Inter-island wine route
There are some things that just don’t go together, and it’s safe to say a road trip and a shedload of wineries is a combo pretty high on that list. But (yes, there’s always a but) if…
Could Black Friday be a banner time for travel sales? These experts say yes
IATA plans to release an app early next year that would display travelers’ health data as part of its effort to open up the international travel market during the Covid-19 pandemic.The app, to b…
Thai Golf Pass Season 4 launched in India
When it comes to hospitality no country comes closer to perfection than Thailand offering something for everyone of diverse interest, every age and every budget. From pristine sandy beaches to lush ju…
RARE India collaborates with Secret Retreats to promote earth friendly and people centric travel experiences
The COVID-19 pandemic has taught everyone the importance of community and collaboration. This is especially true for the travel and hospitality industry worldwide, which is struggling to get on to its…
Scoot launches new inflight portal in preparation for new normal
To better meet customer expectations in the post-COVID world, Scoot will be launching a new inflight portal, ScootHub, to serve as a one-stop-shop for all customer needs inflight.ScootHub, which can b…