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Inverness is the latest Aspire executive lounge expected to reopen with next Friday (30 July) the target date.
Not the largest of the 19 lounges in the UK what it does offer is floor to ceiling windows overlooking the apron, and very easy access t…
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After completing her second three-year term as Chair of Airlines UK Jane Middleton is to step down on 1 August, replaced by Lord (Patrick) McLoughlin, a figure well known in aviation circles and former Secretary of State for Transport between 2012 and 2016.
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ABTA has announced the date for this year’s travel trade annual Convention, but nothing more, in a move to ensure it is in people’s diary.
This year’s Convention will take place on 13 October and will be the first-ever blended tra…
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Its name may be synonymous with Billy Bishop Toronto Airport but Porter Airlines is about to tackle Air Canada head on with its premium product.
In a surprise move the airline, responsible for the revitalisation of Toronto’s downtown airport…
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Following the success of Hungarian airline Wizz Air, Blue Air (a Romanian airline) has taken steps for a listing on the London Stock Exchange.
Ridgecrest, an AIM shell company based in Surrey, has announced plans to engineer a “reverse takeov…
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# British Airways has unveiled its new inflight digital ordering platform, giving customers travelling in Euro Traveller the option to order additional snacks and drinks mid-flight, directly to their seat. The digital ordering platform will not be available o…
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Following the late Friday evening announcement that France was now on Britain’s ‘Red’ list banning arrivals International Air Transport Association (IATA) Director General was quick to condemn it.
“The UK has no coherent p…
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A youngster from Ibstone, in Buckinghamshire, has set a new world record for a solo trip around the world.
Travis Ludlow, aged 18 and 149 days completed the 24,450 flight in a Cessna 172R after some pretty scary moments, including being caught in a…
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Our Editor-at-Large, Jeff Mills, reminisces regarding Dublin.
Ireland is part of the ‘Common Travel Zone’ and as things stand adults who are double vaccinated can come and go at their will. If your prospective UK destination is fully bo…
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From tomorrow (19 July), in line with government guidance and international requirements, passengers will still be required to wear a face mask at UK airports and onboard aircraft. Airports and airlines continue to take every measure possible to ensure health…
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With German Chancellor Angela Merkel visiting the United States officially for the last time before she steps down some progress seems to have been made regarding the ongoing transatlantic travel ban.
President Joe Biden struck a courteously optimi…
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In an initiative that might catch on, at least with the smaller airports, Southend Airport is to introduce Terminal Tours as part of its ‘Connecting Communities Commitment’.
The airport ran a trial day to gather feedback as part of its …
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The fast non-stop service from Paddington has confirmed future Covid arrangements. It stays with the London standard.
“To help keep our passengers and colleagues safe, and to rebuild passenger confidence in travel, face coverings will c…
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Italy gets another gift.
Covid-19 problems is the reason given by the European Commission for the €39.7m in further assistance now given by the Italian Government.
The measure is said to compensate for losses sustained on certain r…
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In May 1964 British European Airways inaugurated the world’s first scheduled helicopter service between Penzance and St Marys on the Isles of Scilly.
Today its successor, Penzance Helicopters Ltd, post pandemic, is very much in business, flown by…
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Business Travel News is not the first to highlight the exorbitant prices being charged for the PCR test by some so-called professionals.
Celebrity Cruises requires all passengers to visit a facility and pass a PCR test taken in the last three days …
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Last Wednesday (14 July) saw the arrival of JetBlue into Europe with a non-stop proving flight from New York JFK to Heathrow with its first long-range Airbus A321. Often airlines operate proving or training flights in advance of a route launch. This is not on…
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The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and Air Travel Organiser's Licence agency (ATOL) are warning consumers to check that they are financially protected when booking a holiday.
While ATOL protected package holidays provide the best level of protection …
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British Airways has teamed up with AirPortr, the airport luggage support company, to create new convenient fast bag drop areas before heading to the departure concourse at British Airways’ London flagship Terminal 5 at Heathrow airport. With the first p…
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If you are confused by the latest travel rules, and not just international, please do not call Business Travel News. We are just as baffled.
Whenever the Government makes an announcement BTN is always inundated by groups and commercial interes…
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The 154-room hotel will be housed within the Heart of the City II development, and will feature a rooftop restaurant and bar
by Mark Caswell at Fri, 25 Sep 2020 07:09:07 +0000
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Live Anywhere, the Quest for Unique Accommodations, Clean is the New Green, and Resurgence of International Travel Corridors are few key trends
by Nisha Shroff at Fri, 25 Sep 2020 06:43:25 +0000
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Tourists travelling to the state no longer need to produce a negative Covid-19 certificate
by Sanchita Nambiar at Fri, 25 Sep 2020 05:44:23 +0000
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The US carrier is offering Covid-19 rapid tests to customers traveling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Hawaii
by Seher Asaf at Fri, 25 Sep 2020 03:28:12 +0000
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The carts are stocked with a range of items from champagne to Tim Tams and PJs
by Seher Asaf at Fri, 25 Sep 2020 02:45:05 +0000
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The change is part of a move towards a unified rewards currency for all Virgin companies
by Mark Caswell at Thu, 24 Sep 2020 11:43:29 +0000
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The menu is available for delivery through Marriott On Wheels in Mumbai
by Akanksha Maker at Thu, 24 Sep 2020 10:52:02 +0000
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The San Domenico Palace in Taormina is to reopen as a Four Seasons following renovation, and the group has also announced plans for a new resort hotel in Mexico
by Mark Caswell at Thu, 24 Sep 2020 09:27:49 +0000
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The hospitality brand has also introduced the Himalayan Vacation offer at these resorts
by Business Traveller India at Thu, 24 Sep 2020 09:01:35 +0000
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The new terminal building at Dehradun Airport will have 36 checkin counters and four aerobridges
by Akanksha Maker at Thu, 24 Sep 2020 07:43:18 +0000
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More than three quarters of business travellers believe that having face-to-face meetings for sales and pitching is preferable to remote working, according to our new survey
by BusinessTraveller at Thu, 24 Sep 2020 07:12:45 +0000
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However, passengers who have official government invitations can enter the kingdom
by Nisha Shroff at Thu, 24 Sep 2020 06:44:44 +0000
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Travellers from the UK could be required to show a negative Covid-19 test before flying to the city and undergo a two-week quarantine period in a hotel room
by Seher Asaf at Thu, 24 Sep 2020 06:29:55 +0000
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Live-streaming sessions will cover national parks of the island nation, showcasing its exotic wildlife and natural habitat.
by Sanchita Nambiar at Thu, 24 Sep 2020 06:29:51 +0000
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Shanghai Marriott Hotel Pudong South features 241 guest rooms
by Seher Asaf at Thu, 24 Sep 2020 05:44:36 +0000
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Map Search allows customers to compare and shop for flights, based on departure city, budget and location type
by Seher Asaf at Thu, 24 Sep 2020 03:05:47 +0000
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Blacklane offers flat-rate rides between London and six UK cities
Chauffeur company Blacklane has launched flat-rate rides between London and six UK cities. The door-to-door transfers are from London to Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Liverpool, Manchester and…
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Germany wants to revive the TEE network, which offered first-class only rail travel across mainland Europe until the mid 1990s
by Alex McWhirter at Thu, 24 Sep 2020 01:00:01 +0000
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Resort has completed several aesthetic and functional upgrades across its villas, restaurants, wellness facilities and public areas
by Business Traveller India at Wed, 23 Sep 2020 23:00:04 +0000
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After months of speculation SNCF has decided on Ouigo for the brand name of its foray into Spain
by Alex McWhirter at Wed, 23 Sep 2020 11:04:39 +0000
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