Qantas the most on time domestic airline for 2024
Qantas has continued to improve its operational performance, again finishing the year as the most on time major domestic airline.
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Hyatt announces plans to add hotels in new markets across Europe, Africa and the Middle East
Plans to add hotels in 13 new destinations by 2028; Spain remains key growth market; new joint venture with Spanish Grupo Piñero drives all-inclusive growth Hyatt Hotels Corporation today announced…
Record wave of hotel acquisitions sweeps Britain as private equity bets big
Britain’s hotel market hit a record £6.6bn in deals in 2024, driven by private equity. London dominated, but regional acquisitions also soared, signalling robust investor confidence.
Premier Inn balances flat UK sales with strong german expansion
Premier Inn owner Whitbread reports flat UK sales but strong growth in Germany, signalling progress toward profitability in Europe’s competitive hotel market.
Travel sector blasts ‘bewildering’ proposal to raise ETA fee by 60%
The travel industry slams the Home Office’s plan to raise the ETA fee by 60%, warning it could discourage visitors and harm UK business, tourism, and growth.
Small businesses forecast rise in travel and rail use as sustainability targets intensify
UK SMBs predict higher business travel in 2025, with 33% prioritising rail to meet new sustainability targets. Trainline tech helps them reduce their carbon footprint.
Bern named world’s safest city for female business travellers
Bern has been ranked the safest city globally for female business travellers, topping a new study by travel management company Good Travel Management.
Delta Skymiles and Uber team up for enhanced travel and dining rewards
Delta Air Lines has announced a new partnership with rideshare leader Uber, offering SkyMiles members the chance to earn miles on select Uber rides, as well as restaurant and grocery…
Rocco Forte to open second Milan hotel this summer
rocco forte’s second hotel in milan, the carlton milan, opens this summer after an extensive refurbishment. discover what’s new at the former baglioni carlton on via della spiga and how…
Heathrow sets sights on 84.2 million passengers in 2025 after record-breaking year
Heathrow is aiming to welcome 84.2 million passengers in 2025, following a bumper year in which the London hub served 83.9 million travellers.
CMA pushes back decision on $570m Amex GBT-CWT merger amid new evidence
cma extends its inquiry into amex gbt’s $570m acquisition of cwt by six weeks after new survey evidence emerges. discover why regulators in both the uk and us are scrutinising…
Lufthansa group to create 10,000 new roles in 2025
Lufthansa Group is set to hire 10,000 new employees in 2025, including flight attendants, pilots, and technical experts. Austrian Airlines and Eurowings aim to recruit 700 each, while Lufthansa Technik…