Norwegian has commenced its first route to Brazil with a brand-new non-stop service from London Gatwick to Rio de Janeiro.The new flights offer consumers in the UK an affordable way to travel to Brazi…
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Embraer reaches Phenom 300 milestone with latest delivery
Embraer has delivered the 500th Phenom 300 series business jet.According to General Aviation Manufacturers Association reports, the Phenom 300 is the only business jet model to reach this milestone in…
New report urges destinations to uncover invisible burden of tourism
A report published today describes how destinations must uncover and account for the hidden costs of tourism, referred to as the “invisible burden”, to protect and manage vital destination…
Pakistan International Airlines signs distribution deal with Travelport
Travelport has reached a full content agreement with Pakistan’s national carrier, Pakistan International Airlines.Under the new multi-year agreement, Travelport will expand availability of PIA&r…
TreadRight celebrates World Water Day with Ecuador project
The TreadRight Foundation is celebrating World Water Day today with its partner, WE, an international charity committed to delivering a sustainable development model that empowers people to transform …
Virgin Atlantic to debut in South America with new São Paulo route
Virgin Atlantic will launch flights between London Heathrow and São Paulo, Brazil, in 2020.Flying daily between London Heathrow and São Paulo Guarulhos International Airport, the 11 hr 5…
The Best Ways to Spend a Rainy Day in Rio de Janeiro
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – When people usually think of Rio de Janeiro, they often picture the gorgeous sun-drenched sands and blue skies that make it onto the postcards and promotional material f…
Brazil dropping visa requirement for U.S. visitors
Following last year’s easing of visa restrictions, Brazil will soon allow American travelers to enter the country without a visa.Beginning June 17, citizens of the U.S. as well as Canada, Austra…
Vantage orders ocean expedition ships, plans to use agent channel
River cruise operator Vantage Deluxe World Travel plans to build two small ocean expedition ships, with the first one scheduled for service in March 2021.Boston-based Vantage has largely employed a di…
Embraer chief executive to depart following Boeing deal
Embraer has revealed chief executive Paulo Cesar de Souza e Silva will step down on April 22nd, following the end of his current two year elected term.The move follows shareholder approval for a wide-…