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Boeing needs more time for 737 Max software fix

Boeing has said it needs more time to finalise a software upgrade for the grounded 737 Max plane.The aircraft manufacturer has been working to update a stall-prevention system linked to two fatal crashes in five months.A fix has already been…

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American Airlines launches Phoenix connection from Heathrow

The world’s largest carrier, American Airlines, has launched new service between London Heathrow Airport and Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport.The new flight, operated on Boeing 777-200 aircraft, is American’s ninth US destination served from Heathrow and brings the airline to…

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Acronym evolution: VRBO is now Vrbo

Expedia Group’s VRBO has undergone a brand refresh, concurrently unveiling a new logo.The vacation rental platform has traded in its original all-caps acronym — which stands for Vacation Rentals By Owner — and replaced it with Vrbo (VER-boh). The company…

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On The Go Tours to open Canadian office in July

On The Go Tours, a tour operator specialising in locally-led group tours and tailor-made holidays to worldwide destinations, is opening a reservations office in Canada.Set to open this July in Toronto, the new office will be the working base for…

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Largest ever Residence Inn opens in Calgary, Canada

Marriott International has confirmed the opening of the Residence Inn Calgary Downtown/Beltline District, the largest property in the brand’s global portfolio.The Residence Inn Calgary marks the 800th hotel for the brand.With properties located in the United States, Canada, Europe, the…

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Business Travel Is Still Highly Important

Last week, American Express Global Business Travel presented the 2019 edition of the European Business Travel Barometer, which was conducted on a sample of 1,000 companies from 10 European countries. Tourism Review presents the key figures from the report.99% of…

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