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Travel Counsellors has hit a major milestone, surpassing £1 billion in annual sales for the first time, driven by a post-pandemic surge in travel demand.
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Travel Counsellors hits £1bn sales milestone as demand for personalised holidays surges

By Richard Alvin · September 23, 2024
 United Airlines has announced a groundbreaking partnership with SpaceX to offer free high-speed wifi across all of its aircraft, utilizing SpaceX’s Starlink service.
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United Airlines to offer free Starlink wifi service across entire fleet

By Richard Alvin · September 17, 2024
 Air India has announced the launch of its extensive $400 million refit programme, aimed at upgrading 67 legacy aircraft in its fleet to align with the new Air India experience.
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Air India begins refit of legacy fleet with A320neo aircraft cabin upgrade

By Richard Alvin · September 17, 2024
 IHG Hotels & Resorts is expanding in Pakistan with the launch of Holiday Inn & Suites Islamabad DHA II, set to open in August 2028. Discover the brand’s innovative Open Lobby concept and its impact on Pakistan’s hospitality sector.
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IHG announces debut of Holiday Inn & Suites in Pakistan’s capital

By Richard Alvin · September 17, 2024
 QT Hotels & Resorts has unveiled its latest luxury lifestyle hotel, QT Singapore, marking the brand's debut in Southeast Asia.
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QT Singapore opens its doors, offering a unique blend of luxury and local charm

By Richard Alvin · September 17, 2024
 Wizz Air introduces £135 flights from London to Saudi Arabia, offering a budget travel option with no-frills service. Find out more about their new route and the aircraft behind the expansion.
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Wizz Air expands budget flights to Saudi Arabia, but with a catch

By Richard Alvin · September 11, 2024
 Joby Aviation is set to transform business travel in the UAE as it takes steps to become the first certified electric air taxi operator, paving the way for faster, cleaner, and quieter journeys across Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Discover how this innovation could redefine urban mobility for business travellers.
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Joby Aviation takes flight towards becoming UAE’s first certified electric air taxi operator

By Richard Alvin · September 10, 2024
 Ryanair has called for the sacking of the head of UK National Air Traffic Services (NATS) after air traffic control issues at Gatwick Airport disrupted 100 flights and affected 16,000 passengers over the weekend.
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Ryanair urges government to sack UK air traffic control chief after latest disruptions

By Richard Alvin · September 10, 2024
 Manchester Airport has been named the UK’s worst airport for the third year in a row, according to the latest survey by consumer group Which?.
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The UK’s 29 best and worst airports for 2024 named by Which?

By Richard Alvin · September 5, 2024
 Flight Centre Travel Group has reported a 10% year-over-year increase in total transaction value for its global corporate business in the 2024 fiscal year, ending June 30, driven significantly by wins among SMEs.
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Flight Centre makes gains with small and midsize businesses, boosting corporate growth

By Richard Alvin · September 1, 2024
 Sir Rocco Forte is set to develop five new luxury hotels in Europe after Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) acquired a 49% stake in Rocco Forte Hotels, valuing the company at £1.4 billion.
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Rocco Forte plans five new hotels as Saudis invest £1.4bn in luxury chain

By Richard Alvin · August 28, 2024
 Discover Cosm's groundbreaking "shared reality" experience in Los Angeles, revolutionising entertainment for business travellers with immersive, interactive virtual environments.
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Cosm unveils “shared reality” experience in Los Angeles

By Richard Alvin · August 26, 2024