Self-confessed car enthusiast, Gaby Roslin, has become the face of a digital marketing campaign for Europcar set to debut this month.The campaign is designed to launch the new Long Term Flex service f…
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Dubai World Central to pick up slack during Dubai International upgrade
Dubai World Central will see the number of passenger flights skyrocket by 700 per cent as it takes on additional traffic during the 45-day period when the southern runway at Dubai International is clo…
Virgin Atlantic launches hidden disabilities scheme
Virgin Atlantic has announced the launch of a hidden disabilities scheme across its networks.Offered to passengers at no extra cost, the scheme ensures the airline provides extra assistance to those w…
Virgin Voyages opens Scarlet Lady to bookings
Virgin Group founder Richard Branson and Virgin Voyages president Tom McAlpin announced today that the line is officially open for business, with the company’s first ship, Scarlet Lady, now open…
InterContinental Hotels Group acquires Six Senses in $300m deal
IHG has acquired Six Senses in a deal worth US$300 million.Formally known as Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spa, InterContinental Hotels Group acquired the hospitality and wellness company from private equ…
Scenic Eclipse delayed for third time as shipyard strikes continue
Scenic Luxury Cruises has announced that the first sailing date for Scenic Eclipse has been pushed back for a third time.The vessel will now, hopefully, depart on its first voyage on August 15th.&ldqu…
Russian Outbound Tourism Market Review
Russia plays a significant part in the world tourism according to report “Russian tourism market report: trends, analysis and statistics. How to impress Russian tourists and attract them to your…
Strong start to 2019 for UK airports
Some 5.9 million passengers travelled through Heathrow in January, an increase of 2.1 per cent on the figure recorded last year.As Heathrow recorded its 27th consecutive month of growth, figures were …
Flybe to be wound up if Connect Airways sale fails
Regional airline Flybe has warned shareholders it will be wound up if they do not accept the terms of an acquisition proposed by Connect Airways.Connect Airways is a consortium led by Virgin Atlantic …
RitzCoffier recognised with Michelin star in Switzerland
RitzCoffier, a restaurant at the Bürgenstock Hotel & Resort, showcasing a modern interpretation of classic French cuisine under the direction of talented chef Bertrand Charles, has earned its…