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Ferrari’s 75th Anniversary celebrated and top brands unveil latest cars.
Across five memorable days at Blenheim Palace starting Wednesday 28 September (and glorious weather once again), this year’s Salon Privé Week s…
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On the way back from the SMMT test day at the Oakly Hall Hotel, Basingstoke, in a delightful Skoda Scala Monte Carlo, the Editor-in-Chief suffered a puncture but managed to limp home.
Full credit to Quick Mobile Tyres of Mill Hill (A1/A41 junction)…
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One of our departing Editor in Chief’s bucket list wishes to fly from London City Airport to New York, this time non-stop writes Alison Chambers.
(Also see ON TOUR: High FIVE - It's a hotel operator but an airline too! in this week’s BT…
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What kind of hotel group orders a first-of-its-kind long-range business jet to fly guests to its hotels from all around the world? Alison Chambers flew to Dubai to find out. See also London City and the A220
My introduction to FIVE Hotels and…
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On Friday 12 August Norse introduced a daily two-class Boeing Dreamliner service between Gatwick and New York Kennedy (JFK).
It was technically a ‘fifth freedom’ operation, the aircraft originating in Oslo.
Norse Atlantic Ai…
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Once described by a commentator as ‘the minister for the 18th century’ Jacob Rees-Mogg, MP for North East Somerset, is the new Minister of State for Brexit Opportunities and Government Efficiency in the Department for Business, Energy and Industria…
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Vietnam Airways will have competition this winter from upstart local airline Bamboo Airways.
Passengers across London and the South-East will benefit from a new connection from Gatwick to Asia this winter, with Bamboo Airways launching flights to …
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It is a long time ago, but Malcolm Ginsberg was at the rollout of the first E170 E-Jet on 29 October 2001, at São José dos Campos with Moritz Suter, President of the lead customer airline Crossair, among the guests. He predicted a great fut…
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Between 1 November and 23 December Qatar will close its borders to anyone not attending the World Cup.
All land, sea and air borders will be essentially closed to anybody who does not have a Hayya Card, the government-issued fan ID provided to ever…
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China has certified the COMAC C919, China’s home-grown passenger jet to compete with the Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 family of aircraft.
A photo posted by China Aviation Review on 29 September, showed a photograph of a ceremony with a c…
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In July BTN’s Editor-in-Chief (and wife) was privileged to join the naming ceremony for Swan Hellenic Vega in Helsinki. The company that established what we now call ‘Explorer Cruising’ was back in business. As I write this piece Vega …
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Readers are reminded that the closing date for booking Guillaume Faury, CEO of Airbus Group, is first thing Friday 7 October.
With UK plants at Bristol and Chester, Airbus is a major contributor to the British aerospace industry. Not t…
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According to OAG, the background tool that supplies the electronic data to the airline industry, Chicago O’Hare is now the most connected airport in the world.
Heathrow (LHR) has maintained its first-place ranking among European hubs, but its…
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Head for Points (HfP), the UK’s largest frequent flyer and business travel website, has acquired the assets of Business Travel News from Editor-in-Chief, Malcom Ginsberg. This is his last issue before becoming a contributor to HfP.
In …
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Eva Air's dining idea seems a good one. Will it catch on? www.btnews.co.uk/article/19659
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Normally only too keen to seek publicity, Ryanair was not represented at the SkyTrax awards, winning the European ‘Low-Cost’ airline award. Nor was Southwest for North America. Does this tell you something? The airline has also quietly retur…
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The Elizabeth Line will now stop at Bond Street station in Oxford Street, about half-way between John Lewis and Selfridges. Monday 24 October is the start date. The even better news is that from Sunday 6 November through trains will run from Reading and…
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Operations at Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) in South Yorkshire (UK), will begin to “wind down” from 31 October, the airport’s owner Peel Group has announced.
The airport is set to close permanently by the end of the year and…
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The latest Wizz Air offspring has been granted an Air Operator’s Certificate (AOC) by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and an Operating Licence by the Malta Civil Aviation Directorate.
Wizz Air Malta will commence operations o…
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This will mark the group's 40th hotel and second property in Vietnam, following the announcement of a hotel, restaurant and residences in Danang.
by Hannah Brandler at Sat, 20 Apr 2024 02:00:48 +0000
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The raised studs, which have been designed to warn passengers of the platform edge, have been installed across 11 stations managed by LNER.
by Hannah Brandler at Sat, 20 Apr 2024 02:00:23 +0000
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Setting a new standard for healthy living, Six Senses Residences Dubai Marina integrates wellness-centric infrastructure and amenities into its design ethos
by Anithya Balachandran at Fri, 19 Apr 2024 10:35:21 +0000
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The Star Alliance carrier will fly larger Boeing aircraft to Taipei, Tokyo and Singapore this summer
by Business Traveller Asia Pacific at Fri, 19 Apr 2024 08:53:13 +0000
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Outletcity Metzingen offers more than just shopping; it's a family-friendly destination committed to ensuring an unforgettable experience for esteemed clients and their families
by Anithya Balachandran at Fri, 19 Apr 2024 08:22:06 +0000
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The carrier said that research showed that 75 per cent of its customers prefer pillows with different materials on each side
by Mark Caswell at Fri, 19 Apr 2024 08:22:01 +0000
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The aircraft will initially fly from Munich to Vancouver and Toronto, followed by Chicago and Montreal this summer
by Mark Caswell at Fri, 19 Apr 2024 07:07:35 +0000
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The £1.27 billion deal will see Edinburgh Airport join Belfast International and Gatwick as the third UK airport in VINCI’s network
by Mark Caswell at Thu, 18 Apr 2024 12:31:39 +0000
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The service will operate from Gatwick on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday from 28 October
by Mark Caswell at Thu, 18 Apr 2024 11:01:42 +0000
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The 23rd edition of the prestigious annual Business Traveller Middle East Awards will be held on 6 May 2024 in Dubai
by Yi-Hwa Hanna at Thu, 18 Apr 2024 10:03:55 +0000
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The Amex Stays promotion is valid with hotel brands including Cheval, Guoman, Hotel Du Vin, Malmaison and Thistle
by Mark Caswell at Thu, 18 Apr 2024 09:19:56 +0000
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The nonstop flight will save around four hours of flight time
by Business Traveller Asia Pacific at Thu, 18 Apr 2024 08:03:05 +0000
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Following recent travel disruptions due to the unprecedented severe weather experienced in the UAE, check-in at Dubai International (DXB) has now reopened for Emirates and flydubai flights operating out of Terminal 3. Passengers are still advised against visit…
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The agreement will see seven hotels rebrand to Marriott Hotels and Courtyard by Marriott across five tourist destinations in Japan
by Business Traveller Asia Pacific at Thu, 18 Apr 2024 07:43:06 +0000
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Etihad Airways has launched flights to Al Qassim, Saudi Arabia, increasing its total number of Saudi gateways to four
by Yi-Hwa Hanna at Thu, 18 Apr 2024 02:30:32 +0000
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Passengers can scan a QR code at their seat to access the latest information on their journey and connecting services, as well as order from the operator’s ‘Let’s Eat At Your Seat’ service
by Mark Caswell at Thu, 18 Apr 2024 01:00:10 +0000
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Diriyah Company’s group CEO Jerry Inzerillo has been appointed a United Nations Tourism Ambassador, during the first ever UN Sustainability week in New York. The accolade recognises his achievements as a global visionary in the hospitality industry and as an i…
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The carrier has extended its Avios part payment service in line with a similar move for BA Holidays bookings last year
by Mark Caswell at Wed, 17 Apr 2024 11:02:53 +0000
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Hangzhou will become the eighth nonstop destination in mainland China to be served from Melbourne
by Business Traveller Asia Pacific at Wed, 17 Apr 2024 08:52:19 +0000
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The 105-room hotel is housed within five Victorian townhouses close to Earl’s Court station
by Mark Caswell at Wed, 17 Apr 2024 08:50:43 +0000
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