South African Airways (SAA) has announced a codeshare and frequent flyer agreement with Brazilian airline Gol Linhas Aéreas (GOL), effective from July 5.The agreement will enable SAA to add its code on flights operated by GOL in Brazilian cities, including…
The bread-and-butter itinerary for a luxury cruise line is something in the 10- to 28-day range. But Crystal Cruises is offering more seven-day itineraries in a bid to appeal to a younger demographic.“In 2022, the ships collectively will offer 21…
Thomas Cook has revealed it is in “advanced discussions” with its largest shareholder, Fosun Tourism Group, about a potential recapitalisation of the company.The news, which also involves discussion with banks about changing debt repayment schedules, saw shares in company nearly…
Qatar Airways announced a significant order for 18 Gulfstream aircraft during a ceremony at the White House.The event was witnessed by sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, Amir of Qatar, and United States president, Donald Trump.The order worth over $1 billion…
Como Metropolitan London has announced the opening of ten luxury Residences.The accommodations offer private apartment-style accommodation adjacent to the hotel on Brick Street, in Mayfair’s historic heart and opposite leafy Hyde Park, with easy access to all major rail links.This…
Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre has officially opened its doors, joining two other Waldorf Astoria properties in the United Arab Emirates.The 275-room hotel is the latest addition to Dubai’s bustling financial district.Waldorf Astoria DIFC occupies the 18th to 55th…
Wesgro is in advanced talks with Virgin Atlantic to introduce direct flights to Cape Town.Wesgro CEO, Tim Harris, was addressing delegates at the Satsa (Southern Africa Tourism Services Association) conference, which was held at the Wild Coast Sun in Kwazulu…
Nicolas Ferri has been appointed as Grupo Aeromexico chief commercial officer and executive vice president.He will take up the role on August 1st and report directly to Aeromexico chief executive, Andres Conesa.Ferri will be responsible for all revenue-generating activities at…
Steve Braunias checks into the Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, downtown SydneyStyle: Built in 1924 and now one of the many beautiful sandstone piles sensitively renovated throughout Sydney. Newspaper magnate John Fairfax got it knocked up to house the Sydney Morning…
British Airways has unveiled its new lounge in San Francisco.The location becomes the third US lounge to benefit from the airline’s investment plan for its customers, following the recent opening of its first and club lounge at New York JFK’s…
