Antiguan prime minister, Gaston Browne, has wanted LIAT will be liquidated following years of financial losses.The regional airline is expected to be replaced by a new, “leaner” carrier…
Coin laying ceremony for MSC World Europa
A maritime coin ceremony tradition took place earlier at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France, as the keel was laid for MSC Cruises’ first liquified natural g…
Dubai unveils new tourism guidelines ahead of reopening
Dubai has unveiled plans to reopen its borders to tourists from July 7th.The city hopes to welcome travellers from around the world while guaranteeing their safety under the guidance of the World H…
Tourvest DMC rebrands to Sense of Africa
As of today (July 1), Tourvest DMC – which falls under the umbrella of Tourvest Destination Management (TDM) – will be rebranded as Sense of Africa, South Africa.“Although it will…
Aeromexico files for bankruptcy protection in United States
Aeromexico has become the third Latin American carrier to file for chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the United States.The flag-carrier said it would use the respite to financially restructure, w…
Transtasman bubble: Plan ahead for a road trip through New South Wales
Oliver Pelling finds five unmissable road trips to take in New South Wales once the borders reopenSydney might be the shiniest jewel in New South Wales’ crown, but beyond the glitz and clamou…
United plans significant ramp-up in August
United will add 25,000 flights in August and resume approximately 50 domestic routes.The carrier will fly 48% of its 2019 domestic capacity in August compared to just 30% in July. United will fly 2…
UNWTO warns tourism slump could hit development
Without strong support, the sudden and unexpected fall in tourism could devastate the economies of small island developing states (SIDS), the World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) has warned.Since tou…
London Biggin Hill Airport welcomes new Bombardier facility
The steels for Bombardier Aviation’s new 250,000 square foot hangar are going up at London Biggin Hill Airport.Robert Walters, commercial director, London Biggin Hill Airport, said: “Co…
Ras Al Khaimah declared safe from Covid-19
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) has been certified as a safe destination by Bureau Veritas, a global leader in testing, inspection and certification services.The move comes as…