London Stansted has created its own special tribute to the heroes of the NHS with a giant ‘thank you’ message on its airfield.A ten-by-seven metre logo now adorns one of the airport’…
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Tourism campaigns spread hope for better times
As the pandemic continues to hold down industries and nations, tourism across the world is reacting to the pandemic’s effect on the industry and sending messages to their visitors all around the…
Calls to block aviation bailouts on environmental grounds
More than 250 organisations from 25 countries have published an open letter directed to governments, urging them to refrain from “unfair” bailouts of the aviation industry on environmental…
ABTA seeks mass action to secure government support for tourism sector
ABTA is appealing to its membership and the wider hospitality community to ‘Save Future Travel’.The organisation first called for urgent government intervention to support the travel indus…
Amadeus seeks €1.5bn in new liquidity to battle Covid-19 pandemic
Amadeus has issued €750 million in new capital and €750 million in senior convertible bonds to further strengthen its capital position.The tech leader sought to improve its liquidity in the …
Japan launches new e-learning platform to agents
The Japan National Tourism Organisation has announced the launch of new e-learning platform to agents who might suddenly have a lot more time on their hands due to the coronavirus lockdown.The new ser…
American Airlines applying for $12 billion in cash and loans
American Airlines will apply for approximately $12 billion in airline rescue grants and loans, CEO Doug Parker and president Robert Isom said in a letter to employees. “We intend to apply for th…
Saint Lucia releases podcast tours of destination
The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority is to release its first ever podcast series featuring award-winning broadcaster Jon Holmes and accomplished travel writer Antonia Windsor.The timely five-part armchai…
British Airways extends revolving credit facility
British Airways has extended its United States dollar secured revolving credit facility for one year.The move, confirmed by International Airlines Group, will take effect from June 23rd.The amount ava…
Furloughed cabin crew to work at Nightingale hospitals
The NHS has enlisted Virgin Atlantic and easyJet to help staff new Nightingale hospitals as part of the fight against coronavirus.The airlines are asking staff who have not been working since the Covi…