Air China holds FAM trip for US travel agents
Air China and the China National Tourist Office (CNTO) recently organised a familiarisation (FAM) trip for travel agents from the United States.
Turkish Airlines and Air China sign a new freesale codeshare agreement
Türkiye’s flag carrier airline Turkish Airlines (TK) and People's Republic of China’s flag carrier airline Air China Limited (CA) have announced the signing of a new freesale codeshare…
Turkish Airlines and Air China sign new freesale codeshare agreement
Türkiye’s flag carrier airline Turkish Airlines (TK) and People's Republic of China’s flag carrier airline Air China Limited (CA) have announced the signing of a new freesale codeshare…
Datalex renews 3-year partnership with Air China amid APAC travel recovery
New data from Datalex, a market leader in digital airline retail products and software solutions, signals a much-anticipated recovery in Chinese aviation activity and increased demand for…
Air China boosts Bangkok flights
Air China will start a new flight from Wenzhou in China to Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi airport. The new service will start on 3 November and will continue until 31 March. Using a 180-seat…
Air China places order for 20 Airbus A350-900s
Air China has struck a sale agreement for 20 Airbus aircraft at a cost of approx USD 6.54 billion. The carrier said, the planes of the wide-body A350-900 type, were set to be delivered…
Air China triples daily flights between London and Beijing
Air China, the country's major carrier to the UK, has introduced the new Airbus A350-900, operating on its London Heathrow to Beijing route.
ITB China announces Air China as new partner airline
Air China will be the partner airline of ITB China 2019 marking the first time that China’s national flag carrier will hold this title.
Air China moves direct flight service to London Heathrow
China’s largest air carrier to the UK, Air China, will move its direct service between Chengdu and Beijing from London Gatwick to London Heathrow.
Air China says China is the top travel destination for 24% of Brits
Air China has uncovered that almost a quarter of Brits (24%) have China as their top travel destination on their bucket list.
Air Canada and Air China sign joint venture agreement in China-Canada Year of Tourism
In December of last year Air China and Air Canada announced they would be expanding their codeshare and lounge service agreements. Now, the two airlines have added more depth to their…
Sabre stays “at the heart” of Air China disruption management
Just one week into June and Sabre Corporation has already hit our headlines three times. First up we had news that the American-based travel-tech maestros have teamed up with Microsoft,…
Air China expands global reach with non-stop flights to Copenhagen
Air China will begin non-stop flights between Beijing and Copenhagen from May 30, 2018. Once the new route launches, passengers will be able to arrive comfortably in Andersen's dreamlike…
Air China and Air Canada build “foundation of a profound cooperation”
Air Canada and Air China Limited have announced that the airlines will expand their mutual codeshare services and lounge agreement in time for the 2018 Canada-China Year of Tourism,…
Air China chooses new in-flight entertainment system
Air China has chosen to equip its new fleet of Airbus A350 aircraft with Panasonic's latest in-flight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC) solution.
The Beijing-based carrier has…
Air China develops “express route” to Europe
Air China has teamed up with Beijing and Frankfurt airports to develop a new "express route" between China and Europe.
The new "Easy Way Beijing-Frankfurt" project is aimed at allowing…
Asian air route updates: new flights from Norwegian, Spring, Air China and more…
Spring adds low-cost link between key Asian cities
Where? Shanghai Pudong (China) to Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam)
When? Four times a week, effective immediately
Who? Spring Airlines
Why?…
Air China suspends North Korea flights
Air China has suspended some of its flights to the North Korea, as tensions between Pyongyang and the rest of the world start to simmer.
Initially, China's state-run broadcaster,…
Asian air route updates: Air China, Thai Smile, SpiceJet and more
SpiceJet links South Asian mega-cities
Where? Kolkata (India) to Dhaka (Bangladesh)
When? Daily, effective 23 March 2017
Who? SpiceJet
Why? Low-cost carrier creates a short…
Asian air route updates: Air Canada, AirAsia, Air China and more
Air Canada launches Montreal-Shanghai
Where? Montreal (Canada) to Shanghai (China)
When? Daily, effective immediately
Who? Air Canada
Why? National carrier continues to expand…
Asian air route updates: Cebgo, IndiGo, Air China and Malaysia Airlines
Cebgo provides first ever flights to Tablas
Where? Manila to Tablas (both the Philippines)
When? Four times a week, effective immediately
Who? Cebgo
Why? Designed to stimulate traffic…
Star Alliance unveils its first lounge in Asia at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, China
Star Alliance, the world’s largest airline alliance, has opened its first lounge in Asia at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China.
Embraer joins Airshow China 2024
Embraer announced its participation at Airshow China 2024 in Zhuhai from 12 to 14 November, opening itself to supply chain collaborations.
China Eastern Airlines launches Eastern E-Services at Shanghai Pudong International Airport
China Eastern Airlines recently launched a new series of travel facilitation services at Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
Korean Air expands China and Japan networks
South Korean flag-carrier Korean Air announced the upcoming expansion of its route networks in China and Japan.
British Airways to scrap flights between London, UK and Beijing, China
The carrier said it was "pausing" its service from the end of October until at least November next year. While flights to Shanghai and Hong Kong will continue.
China sees rising demand for hub airports
Recent reports show that operations at China’s hub airports experienced a surge throughout the first half of 2024.
Tourism Fiji, Fiji Airways tie up with Fliggy for exclusive China campaign
The tripartite campaign offers Chinese tourists attractive deals from Fiji Airways as well as travel packages
China Eastern Airlines: Bridging the Gap Between Nanjing and Melbourne
China Eastern Airlines’ inaugural flight from Nanjing landed in Melbourne last week, marking the first-ever direct connection between the Australian state of Victoria and its
New flights to Guangzhou and Xian – seven routes available between China and Budapest Airport from August
Budapest Airport welcomed two new Chinese flights in the last week of June, with the launch of direct Guangzhou-Budapest and Xi’an-Budapest flights.
AirAsia to fly two new routes to Ningbo in Zhejiang province, China
AirAsia reiterates its position as the largest foreign airline in China with the launch of two new routes from its major hubs in Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu to Ningbo, in Zhejiang…
Vietjet boosts air travel across Asia-Pacific with new China and South Korea routes
Vietjet has marked a significant milestone in its Asia-Pacific journey with the launch of the inaugural direct service from Ho Chi Minh City to Xi’an, China, and the introduction of the Nha…
Air Astana flights between Kazakhstan and China set to increase
The number of Air Astana flights between Kazakhstan and China is set to increase following agreements reached at the meeting of the China-Central Asia Aviation Co-operation group held in…
Collinson’s Priority Pass expands partnership with China Eastern Airlines, adding 24 airport lounges
Collinson, a global leader in the provision of airport experiences, loyalty and customer engagement solutions, and owner and operator of Priority Pass, announces an expansion of its…
Qatar Airways and China Southern Airlines sign a MoU
Qatar Airways and China Southern Airlines have announced the next phase of their comprehensive partnership – which includes a codeshare agreement – with a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)…
Etihad Airways and China Eastern Airlines announce landmark joint venture
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, and China Eastern Airlines, a top global airline, are proud to announce the signing of a Joint Venture (JV) to cement the…
China Southern Airlines to Resume Flights to Perth
China Southern Airlines is set to resume its direct flights from Guangzhou to Perth on November 28, 2024, marking a significant milestone in the reconnection
China Eastern Airlines to expand NDC offering with new Amadeus partnership
China Eastern Airlines becomes the first in China’s Mainland to sign with the travel technology leader for NDC distribution.
China Southern Airlines to add 17 international routes
China Southern Airlines on Monday launched its first flight between Beijing and Macau and said it plans to add 17 international routes, in a sign it expects a pick-up in international travel…
Trip.com and China Eastern Airlines unveil ‘Beyond Shanghai: Experience China’ Campaign
Trip.com, the international one-stop travel service provider, in partnership with China Eastern Airlines, has launched the 'Beyond Shanghai: Experience China' campaign
Etihad Airways and China Eastern Airlines strengthen strategic cooperation
Etihad Airways and China Eastern Airlines signalled their intent to strengthen their partnership by signing a Strategic Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), to enhance commercial…
AirAsia adds over 5 million seats for flights between China, India and Malaysia in 2024
AirAsia announced a significant increase in services between China-Malaysia and India-Malaysia, totalling an impressive 230 weekly flights starting in the first quarter of 2024, with up to…
VisitBritain gearing up to host its first trade mission to China since 2019, led by Chairman Nick de Bois CBE
The best of destination Britain will be on show in China as VisitBritain Chairman Nick de Bois CBE leads the agency’s first trade mission to the country since 2019.
Destination…
Gulf Air Will Launch Flights to China in 2024
Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain, officially announced its intention to commence flights to China in January 2024.
Two Chinese cities, Guangzhou and Shanghai, will be…
AirAsia ramps up flights to China amid surge in travel demand
Following a significant rebound in demand for travel between Malaysia and China, AirAsia is set to boost flights between the two countries as the airline expects forward sales to continue…
China Airlines to operate direct flights from Taipei, Taiwan to Prague twice weekly
Prague is the sixth European city to which China Airlines operates direct flights from Taipei. With a direct connection to the Taiwanese capital, Taipei, Prague now stands alongside…
Finnair serves up 35 years of flights to China
Finnair is celebrating 35 years of flying to China and connecting Asia with Europe.
This major milestone for the Nordic carrier comes as it also celebrates its centenary as one of the…
British Airways restarts flights to Beijing, China, debuting its new ‘club suite’
British Airways’ first flight from London to Beijing in more than three years touched down at Beijing Daxing Airport.
Finnair serves up 35 years of flights to China
Finnair is celebrating 35 years of flying to China and connecting Asia with Europe. This major milestone for the Nordic carrier comes as it also celebrates its centenary as one of the…
Airbus ramps up cooperation with China aviation industry
by: Harry Johnson |
New agreement will contribute to Airbus’ overall rate objective of 75 aircraft per month in 2026 throughout its global production network
Full article: Airbus ramps up…
AirAsia X expands China network with flights to Beijing
Following the recent recommencement of services to Shanghai and Hangzhou earlier this month, AirAsia X (AAX) continues to expand its China network with two weekly flights to Beijing, which…
Korean Air expands its network in China
Korean Air has announced that they will resume service and expand their China network by the end of this month.
Singapore Airlines Forecasts Strong Demand In China
Singapore Airlines’ quarterly operating profit, nine-month operating profit, and nett profit all hit record highs.
For the fiscal year ending on December 31, 2022, the airline brought…
Flights to China from London on British Airways & Virgin Atlantic
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Virgin Atlantic and British Airways have announced they will resume flying to mainland China…
Virgin Atlantic And British Airways Resume Flights To China
Virgin Atlantic and British Airways have announced they will resume flying to mainland China.
The devastating impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent flight restrictions on the…
Ranking of destinations that have reactivated their direct air connections with China for 2023
Mabrian, a leading tourism intelligence company, has presented a new study based on air connectivity data from flights connecting the world's main cities with China
British airways announces resumption of flights to mainland China
After a two-year absence, British Airways has announced it will resume flights between the UK and mainland China. Tickets have gone on sale today for flights to Shanghai from 23 April and…
Airlines Are Wary About Restarting Flights To China
After being isolated for over three years since the initial Covid-19 outbreak, China made the bold step to stop quarantine and testing for all inbound international travellers.
The…
China Southern Airlines renews distribution agreement with Sabre
Sabre Corporation, a leading software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, today announced the renewal of a global distribution agreement with China Southern…
Airbus Begins Assembling A321s In China
Airbus began producing the first A321 aircraft in Tianjin, China after the Final Assembly Line (FAL) in the country’s north improved its manufacturing capabilities.
Ever since the…
China Airlines Reintroduces Flights To Brisbane And Auckland
China Airlines’ flights between Auckland, Brisbane, and Taipei have resumed, with three flights per week from October to December, increasing to five flights per week from January to…
Airbus Secures 300 A320neo Orders From China’s 3 Major Airlines
The three largest airlines in China have made orders for around 300 brand new Airbus planes, giving the European company a significant foothold in the Chinese market.
China Southern,…
Jazeera Airways to fly to Xian, China from 19 Sept
Jazeera Airways has announced its first route to China with the launch of direct flights to Xian. The airline will be operating the new route starting 19 September, initially with a flight…
Singapore Airlines Resumes Flights To China
With each passing month, Singapore Airlines and its subsidiary Scoot continue their steady ascent back to pre-pandemic levels, as newly revealed financial data shows.
One of the…
China opens up air travel after 2-year Covid ban, services to India not yet
China is further streamlining procedures for those arriving into the country after reducing the quarantine time to 7 days in designated hotels
Airbnb to wind down China rentals amid ongoing lockdowns
All listings for homes in China will be removed from Airbnb’s website by summer
The US suspends 44 Chinese Airline Flights To China
The latest escalation in a spat over pandemic travel rules between the United States and China has resulted in the suspension of more than 30 flights operated by Chinese carriers over the…
Airbus goes to China to develop new aircraft lifecycle facility
Airbus has signed a memorandum of understanding with the city of Chengdu and Tarmac Aerosave for the development of the first aircraft “lifecycle” service centre in China
China targets 2023-25 for recovery in international air travel
China will focus on expanding domestic flights and restoring international air travel in 2023-2025, the country's aviation regulator said as it issued a new five-year development plan for a…
IWTA speaks with Celia Lao, GM Greater China Air Asia Digital
Meet Celia Lao, GM Greater China Air Asia Digital, since graduating from the University of Macau with a BBA (Hons) in International Marketing, Celia has immersed herself in the aviation…
US issues new guidelines for air travel, lifts restrictions on India, China and Europe from 8 November
In a new development as US opens international borders for non-essential travel, the US has issued new guidelines for foreign travellers, lifting restrictions on China, India and much of…
China’s domestic air travel capacity shows sign of early recovery
Domestic airline capacity in China is beginning to recover, with over 30% of its domestic capacity returning in the last two months, according to a new analysis from Cirium.
British Airways adds extra flights a week from China
British Airways is increasing the number of cargo-only flights from China to the UK to 21 a week, up from 13 last week, as demand continues to rise.
From May, 14 flights each week…
Qatar Airways Cargo returns to destinations in China
Qatar Airways Cargo announced it will resume scheduled belly-hold cargo operations to China with the utilisation of wide-body and passenger-configurated aircraft. The additional cargo…
Qatar Airways sends 300 tonnes of medical supplies to China
Five Qatar Airways Cargo freighters departed to China carrying approximately 300 tonnes of medical supplies donated by the airline to support Cornavirus relief efforts. The five flights…
Qatar Airways volunteers free worldwide air cargo transportation of medical supplies donated to China
Qatar Airways has volunteered free air cargo transportation for medical relief aid organised by Chinese embassies and consulates worldwide to fight the coronavirus emergency. The…
Vietjet Thailand disinfects all aircraft and carries donated medical supplies to China
Stepping up measures against coronavirus outbreak, Vietjet Thailand has sprayed disinfectant aboard all its aircraft to prevent the spread of the disease and increase travel confidence…
China Airlines to grow Southeast Asia network
Due to the strong outlook of the Southeast Asia travel market, China Airlines is following up on the launch of its first Cebu service in March by adding four weekly direct flights to…
Turkish Airlines expands flight network in China
Turkish Airlines has announced the addition of Xi’an, the Chinese city with 3,000 years of history, to its flight network. Xi’an has become the flag carrier’s fourth destination in…
US-China trade war weighs heavily on air cargo
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets showing that demand, measured in freight tonne-kilometres (FTKs), contracted by 3.9% in…
Korean Air launches new routes into China and the Philippines
Korean Air has announced a tranche of new routes this week, including flights to Clark, in the Philippines; Nanjing, in China on 27 October. As well as, both, Zhangjiajie and Hangzhou,…
China Eastern unveils 5G travel system at Beijing airport
China Eastern Airlines, China Unicom Beijing and Huawei have joined forces to launch a 5G smart travel service system at the new Beijing Daxing International Airport. 5G enabled…
China Southern signs pact with Qatar Airways
China Southern Airlines has signed a code share agreement with Qatar Airways, effective from 15 January 2020 subject to governmental approval. As the first step to strengthen the…
Airbus deepens China commitment with AVIC deal
Airbus has reaffirmed its commitment to a long-term strategic partnership with China’s aviation industry. As part of the move, the company has signed a new agreement with Aviation…
Shandong Airlines-Sabre deal to drive intelligent retailing in China and across Asia
Sabre Corporation announced that China-based carrier Shandong Airlines is the latest to select several intelligent retailing solutions from the Sabre Commercial Platform. Under this…
China Southern and American Airlines in lounge-sharing deal
China Southern Airlines has launched a programme of airport lounge-sharing with American Airlines starting from August. Both carriers will provide their self-managed lounges to the other…
Huatian pours USD 310 million into China’s Okay Airways
Chinese low-cost airline Okay Airways, has secured CNY 2.1 billion (USD 310 million) from its parent company Huatian Investment, after the latter changed its majority shareholder.…
China summer bookings jump manifold in Airbnb Plus
Airbnb Plus, an up-market tier of homestay rentals platform Airbnb, has had a more than six-fold increase in summer bookings for China amid surging demand.
Destinations close to…
China Southern Airlines takes delivery of its first Airbus A350-900
China Southern Airlines has taken delivery of its first of 20 A350-900 becoming the newest operator of this latest generation and highly efficient twin-engine, long-range widebody…
Finnair grows operations in China
Finnair has added capacity to Beijing with three weekly flights to the new Beijing Daxing International Airport, which opens for operation on 30 September 2019. Finnair will operate to…
Carb on, carb off: China Airlines helps passengers go carbon neutral
China Airlines has announced an “ECO TRAVEL Carbon Offsetting” service that allows travellers to learn about the carbon footprint and emissions generated during their flight.
China Airlines-Airbus liveried aircraft to debut on Taipei-Hong Kong route
China Airlines and Airbus A350 joint liveried aircraft has been revealed and will officially enter service on October 26 on the Taipei-Hong Kong route.
Kunming soon: AirAsia launches fourth connection to Southwest China
As the capital city of Yunnan Province in Southwest China, Kunming has earnt a reputation as one of the most popular tourist destinations in the region. Known locally as the 'City of Eternal…
Looking east: Finnair increases frequency to Japan and China
Wishing not to be left behind, and continuing its strong growth in key Asian markets, Finnair announced it will be adding frequencies on many popular Asian routes for next summer.
China Southern Airlines launches new route between Sanya and London
China's Hainan province announced the launch of its first intercontinental route between Sanya and London after China unveiled its plan to build Hainan island into its pilot international…
Austrian Airlines reorganises network to boost US and China connectivity
As of the beginning of October Austrian Airlines will begin an extensive reorganisation of its current service network. The restructure will see international destinations, such as Hong…
AccorHotels APAC chairman: “Accor has had its eye on China for a long time”
Last week I brought to you the first part of my fascinating interview with Accor’s CEO for Asia-Pacific, Michael Issenberg, where he and I discussed the strategy behind the company's recent…
Air Charter Service targets “one million millionaires” with China expansion
British-based chartered aircraft providers Air Charter Service (ACS) has revealed it will be developing its Chinese operations by upgrading to larger offices in Beijing.
The move to…
China Airlines new code share partnership to drive closer links between France and Taiwan
Following the announcement towards the end of last year of Air France’s partnership with Vietnam Airlines, the French carrier has released details of another Asian collaboration, this time…
Does China Airlines really deserve fifth award as best Airline in north Asia?
It should come as no great surprise that China Airlines that has once again received the nod for best Airline in north Asia by U.S. travel magazine, Global Traveler. Its fifth award in as…
China Airlines increases Gatwick-Taipei route
China Airlines is increasing its non-stop route from London Gatwick to Taipei from four to five flights per week.
The national flag carrier of the Republic of China (Taiwan) will add a…
China Airlines returns to the UK
China Airlines, the national flag carrier of the Republic of China (Taiwan), is returning to the UK following a five year hiatus.
It will launch a new non-stop service between London…
China Southern Airlines announces flights to Cairns
China Southern Airlines is launching its fifth Australian route this December, opening up Queensland’s tropical north to UK passengers.
The new route will fly from Heathrow to…
Boeing Raises Forecast for New Airplane Demand in China
China will need 7,240 new airplanes over the next 20 years with a price tag of nearly $1.1 trillion dollars, the American manufacturer Boeing has said in a statement.
The figures…
FIT Ruums, China Airlines create packages for Taiwanese travellers
FIT Ruums has formed a new partnership with China Airlines to provide a series of packages to travellers in Taiwan.
Under the new agreement, Taiwan's national carrier will release special…
Airbus delivers 100th A350 to China Airlines
Airbus reached a major milestone this week when it delivered its 100th A350 aircraft.
The twin-aisle jet was handed over to China Airlines, becoming the seventh A350 in the Taiwanese…
China Southern Airlines announces new route to Langkawi
China Southern Airlines has launched a new route to the Malaysian archipelago of Langkawi.
The announcement comes after the airline recently increased its London Heathrow-Guangzhou…
Asian air route updates from AirAsia, Fiji Airways, China Eastern and more
Guiyang gets Italian charter flights
Where? Milan (Italy) to Guiyang, pictured (China)
When? Once a week, from 10 July to 2 October 2017
Who? Neos
Why? Italian charter carrier creates…
Cairns secures new connection to China
Australia's tropical north could be in line for a significant tourism boost, following the announcement that China Southern Airlines will operate direct flights from Guangzhou to Cairns.…
China Airlines to launch non-stop flights to London
China Airlines will start flying direct to the UK later this year.
The Taiwanese national carrier will kick off its new non-stop service between Taipei and London's Gatwick Airport on…
Etihad Airways and China Southern Airlines announce codeshare partnership
Etihad Airways and China Southern Airlines have announced a new codeshare partnership, which comes into effect on 22 June 2017.
Under the agreement, China Southern Airlines will put its…
Asian air route updates from AirAsia, China Airlines, Malindo and more
AirAsia connects Thailand's regional cities
Where? Chiang Mai to Ubon Ratchathani (both Thailand)
When? Daily, effective immediately
Who? Thai AirAsia
Why? Low-cost carrier provides…
China’s Okay Airways boosts fleet with Boeing
Okay Airways, the Tianjin-based airline, has moved to expand its operations with the placement of orders for 20 Boeing aircraft.
The airline, which operates both domestic and…
Asian air route updates, including multiple new flights between China and Thailand
Thailand's NewGen taps Chinese demand for Krabi
Where? Krabi (Thailand) to Hefei (China)
When? Three times a week, effective immediately
Who? NewGen Airways
Why? Thai carrier adds…
Asian air route updates: new flights from JAL, Air Astana, China Southern and more…
China Southern adds Shenzhen's first link to Melbourne
Where? Shenzhen (China) to Melbourne (Australia)
When? Twice a week, effective immediately (rising to three times a week on 3 July…
China Airlines flies newest aircraft to San Francisco
China Airlines has started flying its newest long-haul aircraft, the Airbus A350, to San Francisco.
The twin-aisle jet was deployed on the trans-Pacific route from Taipei on 14 May,…
China Airlines joins cartoon club
China Airlines has become the latest Asian airline to unveil a cartoon-themed aircraft livery.
The Taiwanese national carrier revealed its "Buddy Bears" paintwork, which will feature…
China develops 17 airports in Xinjiang
The Chinese government is planning to invest CNY14.4 billion (US$2.1bn) in the construction or expansion of 17 airports in the remote northwestern region of Xinjiang this year, Xinhua…
China Southern in tie-up talks with US airline
China Southern Airlines is in talks with American Airlines over a possible tie-up, according to reports.
Reuters said this week that the agreement could involve the US carrier taking…
China to build 136 new airports
The Chinese government will construct 136 new airports by 2025, it has been revealed.
The China Daily cited "government sources" as revealing the plans on Wednesday, saying that the new…
Asian air route updates: Vistara, China Southern, Air Niugini and more
Vistara flies to Amritsar
Where? Delhi to Amritsar, pictured (both India)
When? Daily, effective immediately
Who? Vistara
Why? Tapping rise in trade and religious tourism traffic…
Asian air route updates: Cathay Pacific, flydubai, China Southern and more
Dubai's LCC adds Bangladeshi route
Where? Dubai (UAE) to Sylhet (Bangladesh)
When? Four times a week, effective 15 March 2017
Who? flydubai
Why? Rising trade between two Islamic…
Asian air route updates: China Southern Airlines, Vietjet and more
Malindo spreads wings to Saudi Arabia
Where? Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) to Jeddah (Saudi Arabia)
When? Twice a week, effective 21 February 2017
Who? Malindo Air
Why? Islamic pilgrimage…
Asian air route updates: China Southern Airlines, AirAsia X and more
THAI expands connections with neighbour
Where? Bangkok (Thailand) to Kota Kinabalu, pictured (Malaysia)
When? Daily, effective 26 March 2017
Who? Thai Smile
Why? Long-awaited direct…
Asian air route updates: China Eastern Airlines, Cebu Pacific and more
China Eastern launches new link to Laos
Where? Kunming (China) to Luang Prabang, pictured (Laos)
When? Four times a week, effective 2 March 2017
Who? China Eastern Airlines
Why?…
Air Canada to launch direct Vancouver-Manila route
Air Canada announced the addition of a new direct route between the Vancouver International Airport and the Ninoy Aquino International Airport
Cathay Pacific Airways to start flying from Munich Airport to Hong Kong
Cathay Pacific announced that flights between the economic metropolis of Hong Kong and the Bavarian state capital will be introduced from mid-June 2025.
IATA reports global air cargo demand rose in October
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for October 2024 global air cargo markets showing continuing strong annual growth in demand.
Thai AirAsia X resumes direct flights to Sydney
Thai AirAsia X officially resumed its direct flight services to and from Sydney, Australia on Sunday, 1st December.
IATA: Air Cargo demand up 9.8% in October 2024
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for October 2024 global air cargo markets showing continuing strong annual growth in demand.
Hong Kong Airlines resumes flights to Vancouver from 18 Jan
Hong Kong Airlines celebrated its 18th anniversary on 28 November and announced the resumption of direct flights to Vancouver, Canada commencing 18 January 2025.
Exploring China: A New Era for Australian Travellers
Exciting news for Australian travellers! As of 30 November 2024, Australians can visit China visa-free for up to 30 days.
China’s Sunmei Hotels Group begins expansion into Indonesia
The Sunmei Hotels Group formally announced the establishment of a new international business division on Tuesday, 26th November.
China’s visa-free policy seen as olive branch to Japan
Chinese authorities announced on Friday, 22nd November, the expansion of China’s roster of countries allowed visa-free entry.
Myanmar Airways International wins at TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2024 – Asia
The airline was named Full-Service Airline of the Year - Myanmar.
Cambodian tourism minister makes courtesy call to Shanxi’s director-general of foreign affairs
Cambodian minister of tourism Hout Hak was recently in China for a courtesy call with Dong Xiaolin, director-general of the People’s Government of Shanxi Province’s Foreign Affairs Office…
Cambodia increases number of direct air routes
The Cambodian government announced the opening of six new direct air routes that promise to be of great benefit to the tourism sector.
Hong Kong Airlines pursues international transformation with strengthening route network
Hong Kong Airlines recently celebrated its 18th anniversary and unveils its strategic development plan.
Etihad Airways reports AED 1.4 billion (£301 million) profit
Etihad Airways announced its financial results for the nine months ended 30 September 2024, achieving AED 1.4 billion (£301 million) profit after tax, a significant increase from AED 814…
Brilliant by Langham collaborates with four airlines for new points conversion programme
Langham Hospitality Group (LHG)’s loyalty and experiences platform Brilliant by Langham presents its new points-to-miles conversion programme Have a Brilliant Flight.
Scoot expands network with new routes to China, Indonesia, and Vietnam
Scoot announced the launch of three new flight services to Phu Quoc in Vietnam, Padang in Indonesia, and Shantou in China.
Greater Bay Airlines expands services to Chinese Mainland
Greater Bay Airlines (GBA) announced further expansion with regard to its route network in Mainland China by next month.
Zhejiang Province welcomes Greater Bay Airlines’ inaugural flight to Zhoushan
Greater Bay Airlines (GBA) began its new route to Zhoushan in Zhejiang Province on Thursday, 7th November.
Turkish Airlines records US$1.3 billion profit for Q3 2024
Turkish Airlines carried 24.5 million passengers and recorded a US$1.3 billion profit in Q3 of 2024, despite global geopolitical tensions and aviation industry challenges.
Chris Flynn voted vice-chair of World Rural Tourism Conference
World Tourism Association for Culture and Heritage executive chair Chris Flynn was recently elected vice-chair of the World Rural Tourism Conference (WRTC) for the Asia Pacific Region.
IATA reports air cargo grew by 9.4 percent in September
The International Air Transport Association (IATA)’s global air cargo markets report for September 2024 showed continuing strong annual growth in demand.
Vietnam Airlines resumes daily nonstop flights from London Heathrow
Vietnam flag-carrier Vietnam Airlines resumes daily flight frequencies from London Heathrow to Vietnam this winter, with daily nonstop services to Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City.
Air Astana presents its winter 2024/2025 schedule
Air Astana just introduced its winter schedule, with the season marked by the launch of a large number of new international services
Volunteers from Sands China assemble hygiene kits for Clean the World
350 Sands China team members and local community group volunteers joined forces to assemble more than 30,000 hygiene kits.
Essential to grow air connectivity to Oceania
Mabrian's analysis highlights a growing gap between rising travel demand and lagging air connectivity in Oceania. While key markets like the United States, India, China, and Europe show…
August 2024 Global Passenger Demand: A Record-Breaking Month for Air Travel
August 2024 Global Passenger Demand: A Record-Breaking Month for Air Travel">The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released its data for August 2024, showcasing a…
China Southern Launches Direct Flights from Sydney to Beijing Daxing
In an exciting development for Australian travellers, China Southern Airlines has announced the launch of a direct service between Sydney and Beijing Daxing Airport, starting
Recent travel boom shows China’s openness and appeal to foreign travellers
China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs remarked that a recent increase in foreign travellers to the country showcases its openness and appeal.
Tourism Malaysia welcomes Batik Air’s first flights from Krabi and Hat Yai
Tourism Malaysia warmly welcomed passengers who flew into Kuala Lumpur aboard Batik Air's initial flights out of Krabi and Hat Yai, Thailand on 30th September.
AirAsia X to collaborate with Kenya Tourism Board
AirAsia X entered a strategic route marketing collaboration with the Kenya Tourism Board to boost connectivity between the Asian and African continents.
Greater Bay Airlines launches new service to Zhoushan
Greater Bay Airlines (GBA) announced the launch of a scheduled service to Zhoushan, China starting 7 November 2024.
Viking Celebrates Historic Return to China
Viking is celebrating a historic milestone as the Viking Yi Dun completed its inaugural voyage from Shanghai to Hong Kong (Shenzhen). This marks Viking’s return
Hainan Airlines’ maiden Haikou-Seattle flight successful
Hainan Airlines successfully flew the initial flight of its Haikou-Chongqing-Seattle route on the morning of 26th September.
Sands China and Marriott International bring the Luxury Collection to Macao
Sands China Ltd and Marriott International are gearing up to open Macao’s first Luxury Collection Hotel located within The Londoner Macao.
Scapia turns lounge privileges into airport privileges
Scapia, India’s travel fintech, announced a bouquet of product launches as part of their Monsoon Release 2024, enhancing the overall travel experience for Indians, including a…
China sees significant growth in travel for this year’s Mid-Autumn Festival
The Chinese Ministry of Culture and Tourism reports that 107 million domestic trips were recorded during this year’s Mid-Autumn Festival holiday.
Wendy Wu Tours launches sale on select China tours for 2025
Wendy Wu Tours launched its exclusive Earlybird Sale which offers Australians an opportunity to save up to AUD1,100 per person for selected China tours slated for 2025.
Sands China opens the Aoyi Primary School in Jiangxi Province
Senior executives from Sands China Ltd led a group of 20 brand ambassadors on a visit to Jiangxi Province's Xiushui County as it formally handed over the Aoyi Primary School on Tuesday, 10th…
Could halal-friendly destinations draw Malaysian tourists to China?
In a bid to boost its pandemic-stricken tourism sector, Chinese tourism professionals seek to draw in Malaysian tourists with halal-friendly travel packages.
Melian Airport releases interim report for 2024
Hainan Meilan International Airport Company Limited (Melian Airport) released its interim results for 2024.
Viking announces expansion of China offering with new voyages starting in 2025
Viking announced six new itineraries in Asia that will expand exclusive access for guests to Japan and China, with Tibet (Xizang) in 2025.
AirAsia X clinches Best International Airline at 2024 Australian Aviation Awards
AirAsia X received the Best International Airline Flying to Australia title at the Australian Aviation Awards 2024 in Sydney.
AirAsia X releases financials for Q2-2024
AirAsia X Berhad maintained its momentum in the second quarter of this year as it delivered a robust financial performance throughout the period which ended on 30 June 2024.
Travel in luxury with Etihad Airways premium deals
Etihad Airways is offering some sumptuous special fares on its premium cabins, allowing its guests to travel in style to select destinations on its growing network.
Hainan Airlines successfully launches Haikou-Moscow route
Hainan Airlines successfully flew the initial flight of its new Haikou-Moscow route on 26th August, taking off from the Haikou Melian International Airport at 02.38 local time.
Auckland Airport releases 2024 financial report
New Zealand’s Auckland Airport released its annual report covering its financials for the fiscal year to 30 June 2024.
Hong Kong Airlines to resume direct service to Gold Coast, Australia
Hong Kong Airlines has announced that it will resume non-stop service between Hong Kong and Gold Coast from 17 January 2025.
Top 20 most connected airports globally in 2024: Cirium
Data is based on number of unique non-stop destinations served from each airport in H1 2024.
Indonesia stages first international airshow in 30 years
Indonesia aims to make its influence known to the global aerospace scene as it stages its first international airshow in 30 years.
Tourism Authority of Thailand launches Nihao Month to celebrate 50 years of Thailand-China relations
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) announced a series of celebratory events slated towards the end of September and early October to commemorate 50 years of diplomatic relations between…
Plan ahead to avoid being turned away at the airport this summer
Holidaymakers are being urged to check how many pages are left in their passport this holiday season, else risk being turned away at the airport.
Fitch Ratings reports resilience of Chinese airports in off-season
A new report from Fitch Ratings shows how China’s airports maintained resilient air passenger volumes during its traditional off-season.
Samarkand is the second fastest growing airport since Covid in Europe and Central Asia
Samarkand International Airport (SKD) is the second fastest growing airport in Europe and Central Asia in the last five years and has just recorded its 22nd consecutive monthly increase in…
Air India Express launches virtual interline platform with Scoot as first partner
Air India Express has become the first Indian airline to launch a Virtual Interline platform, offering flyers a wider range of booking options.
Malaysia welcomes Shanghai Airlines’ maiden flight to Penang
Shanghai Airlines successfully flew the first flight on its new direct Shanghai-Penang route.
Collinson International’s Priority Pass reports a 56% increase in airport experience visits by Indian travellers to APAC in H1 2024 vis-à-vis…
According to the latest lounge data from Collinson International countries across the Asia Pacific region have witnessed significant growth in visits to airport lounges and travel…
AirAsia successfully launches initial flights on Ningbo route
AirAsia successfully flew its first flights to Ningbo in China’s Zhejiang province from Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu, two of its largest hubs in Malaysia.
Hong Kong Airlines to extend one-stop intermodal service to HZMB Zhuhai Port
Hong Kong Airlines and Chu Kong Passenger Transport have been providing passengers with convenient sea-to-air and air-to-sea intermodal codeshare services since the launch of their…
June Air Cargo demand surges 14.1%, boosting strong first half performance
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for June 2024 global air cargo markets showing continuing strong annual growth in demand.
Greater Bay Airlines launches GBA Air Link
The GBA Air Link service is a codeshare agreement with the Chu Kong Passenger Transport Company for passengers in the Greater Bay Area.
China introduces 144-hour visa-free policy
China introduced visa-free entry for 144 hours to citizens from 54 nations, including major countries in Europe and North America.
SITA revolutionises traveller experience at Shanghai Pudong International Airport
SITA, the leading provider of air transport technology solutions, will be installing its state-of-the-art passenger verification and check-in solutions to Shanghai Pudong International…
Hamad International Airport witnesses impressive 25% passenger growth in first half of 2024
Hamad International Airport (DOH) has demonstrated exceptional growth in the first half of 2024, witnessing a significant increase of 25% in passenger traffic.
AirAsia X presents operational stats for 2nd quarter-2024
AirAsia X released its preliminary operational statistics for the period covering 1 April to 30 June 2024, showing a significant increase in passenger numbers from where they were last year.
Turkish Airlines adds Chinese yuan to its financing portfolio
Turkish Airlines has added Chinese yuan to its financing portfolio in line with its natural currency hedging policy, thanks to its diversified revenue structure.
China Eastern announces direct Shanghai-Venice route
Shanghai's China Eastern Airlines announced a new direct route to Venice from 26 September.
Air India’s flagship A350 to operate New York JFK and Newark flights from this winter
Air India has announced its flagship A350-900 aircraft will operate Delhi-New York JFK flights from 1 November , 2024, and Delhi-Newark flights from 2 January, 2025.
Hainan Airlines opens Haikou-Moscow route next month
Hainan Airlines announced that it would commence flights between Haikou and Moscow from 26 August.
Thai AirAsia X moves flights to Don Mueang this October
Thai AirAsia X flights will be taking off from Don Mueang Airport beginning 1 October, moving from its current base of operations at Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Vietnam Airlines launches nonstop Hanoi-Phnom Penh flights
Vietnam Airlines announced the launch of its new nonstop service between Hanoi and Phnom Penh during the state visit of Vietnamese President To Lam to the Kingdom of Cambodia.
Hainan Airlines set to launch Budapest route next month
Hainan Airlines launches its first-ever direct passenger route from Shenzen to Budapest on 2 August, making the Hungarian capital its tenth major international destination.
Hainan Airlines kicks off Beijing-Mexico route
Hainan Airlines' new route flies from Beijing to Mexico on Mondays and Fridays, then vice versa on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
Tianjin Air Cargo Security’s summer gets off to a good start
Tianjin Air Cargo Security made several adjustments to ensure the smooth flow of cargo throughout the summer months
MITEC sets guest record at Perfect China 2024
MITEC set a remarkable record by hosting and serving 10,000 guests for a full day at this year’s 2024 Perfect China International Convention and 30th anniversary celebration.
Indochina Kajima gets permit to build Mandarin Oriental Bai Nom
Mandarin Oriental's newest luxury property is now ready to rise in Vietnam.
Sheraton opens 100th hotel in Greater China
Sheraton's 100th property in Greater China draws on the brand’s identity as a gathering place for both locals and guests in one of Lanzhou's most dynamic districts
Qatar Airways launches Hamburg flights
Qatar Airways’ first flight to Hamburg Airport (HAM) in Germany has landed , marking the launch of daily non-stop flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) in Doha, Qatar, voted this…
Qatar Airways Group celebrates a record-breaking net profit of QAR6.1 Billion (US$1.7 Billion)
Qatar Airways Group has today reported the strongest financial performance in its 27-year history, announcing record profits of QAR6.1 billion (US$1.7 billion) in its Annual Report for the…
Finnair launches flash sale to enchanting Asia with discounted fares to Hong Kong and Singapore
Finnair has launched a flash sale, offering discounted rates from London and Manchester, flying to Hong Kong and Singapore.
Hong Kong Airlines to launch direct flight to Xining
Hong Kong Airlines announced that it will launch a new route to Xining in Qinghai Province, offering two flights weekly from 9 July 2024.
China to permit visa-free entry for Australia and New Zealand
China has announced to implement unilateral visa-free policy to Australia, allowing Australian passport holders to enter the country for business, tourism, and transit without a visa for up…
Air India’s flagship A350 to fly twice daily on Delhi-London Heathrow route from 1 September
Air India is set to transform the on board experience for its guests on twice-daily flights between Delhi and London Heathrow with the deployment of its brand-new Airbus A350-900 aircraft.
Singapore Airlines to launch services to Beijing’s Daxing International Airport
Singapore Airlines (SIA) will launch daily flights between Singapore and Beijing’s Daxing International Airport on 11 November 2024, subject to regulatory approvals.
Hong Kong Airlines strengthens Flight Attendant Recruitment in Thailand
The daily flight volume of Hong Kong Airlines has returned to the pre-pandemic level in the first half of the year.
Vietnam Airlines introduces direct services to Manila
National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines is set to launch direct flights from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to Manila from 17 June, making it the first Vietnamese airline to open direct flights…
LOT Polish Airlines adds Innsbruck in Austria to its global network
Romantic snow-covered mountains, quaint villages, winter sports and cheerful mountain hut fun: there are many reasons for Indian travellers to discover the Alps during the winter months.
Sabre: Outbound travel from China surges by close to 400%
Sabre’s booking insights show that Chinese tourists are back with a vengeance on the global tourism stage, with a 392% surge in outbound travel booked from mainland China for 2024, compared…
Qatar Airways touches down for the first time in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Qatar Airways has opened up a new gateway in Africa, connecting the DRC with Europe, the Middle East and Asia.
Aeroprime Group appointed as the exclusive cargo GSSA for Cambodia Angkor Air, effective 1 June 2024
Aeroprime Group, India’s new-age GSA, is proud to announce its appointment as the exclusive Cargo General Sales and Service Agent (GSSA) for Cambodia Angkor Air, the flag carrier of…
ITB China 2024 closes with great success, boasting more than 27,500 Business Meetings
ITB China 2024, the travel trade show focused on China’s travel market, has concluded its fifth edition, marking an unprecedented year of regrowth and optimism for the Chinese travel…
Ant Group, Mastercard, e-wallets launch International Consumer Friendly Zones program in Shanghai to drive inbound tourism to China
Ant Group and Mastercard, along with 12 overseas payment partners of Alipay+ and other major international card organizations, have launched the International Consumer Friendly Zones program…
Ascott expands its partnership with Warees with its latest Signing of lyf Chinatown Singapore
The Ascott Limited (Ascott), the lodging business unit wholly owned by CapitaLand Investment (CLI), together with Warees investments Pte Ltd (Warees), announced their 2nd strategic…
IATA Reports Progress on Global Airports and Airlines Enhance Baggage Tracking
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released new data highlighting significant strides in baggage tracking implementation by airlines and airports worldwide. According to…
Air Astana reaches new heights in celebrating 22nd anniversary
Air Astana launched its inaugural service between Almaty to Astana on 15th May 2002 and has gone from strength to strength over the past 22 years.
Vietnam Airlines embarks on a new era with Airbus A350, connecting Delhi to Vietnam
Vietnam Airlines, the flag carrier of Vietnam proudly announces the commencement of commercial operations of the state-of-the-art Airbus A350 aircraft, connecting the vibrant capital city of…
Hong Kong Airlines celebrates the relaunch of “Embrace the World” Student Sponsorship Program
Hong Kong Airlines (“HKA”) celebrated the relaunch of its "Embrace the World" Student Sponsorship Programme for 2024/25 with a kick-off ceremony at the Hong Kong International Aviation…
Hong Kong Airlines celebrates Direct Service to Vientiane, Laos
Hong Kong Airlines launched the direct service to Vientiane, Laos on 27 April 2024, further boosting its expanding network in the region.
Finnair unveils 100 sustainability efforts to commemorate 100 years
Finnair has revealed it’s launched more than 100 employee-driven sustainability initiatives in the last 12 months as part of the carrier’s centennial celebrations.
Airbus outperforms Boeing in APAC commercial aircraft market: GlobalData
With a strong order book from airline operators and leasing companies based in India, China, and Singapore during 2020–2024, Airbus has fortified its position in the Asia-Pacific (APAC)…
Kempinski expands in China’s Jiangsu Province with a Duo of Waterfront Escapes in Yangzhou
More than 32 years after opening the first Kempinski hotel in China, Europe’s oldest luxury hotel company reveals plans to open two spectacular properties in Yangzhou, reinforcing the…
Air Serbia expands strategic growth and customer experience enhancement with Sabre
Air Serbia, Serbia's national airline, which offers an extensive flight network across Europe, the US, and China, has reaffirmed its partnership with Sabre Corporation, by signing a…
Bangkok Airways eyes further growth through renewed network planning and optimization deal with Sabre
Sabre Corporation announced a renewed agreement with Bangkok Airways, as the airline eyes further industry growth, investment and partnership.
AirAsia X commemorates resumption of Xi’an-Kuala Lumpur route
AirAsia X (AAX) officially commemorated the resumption of its Xi’an-Kuala Lumpur route with flight D7 347 taking off on 5 April 2024
China’s Cruise Market: A Voyage of Resilience and Revival
Between its rapid rise, catastrophic collapse due to the pandemic, and remarkable recovery, China's cruise market has been one of the most interesting in the world.
The post China’s Cruise…
Global Air Travel Demand Soars in February 2024, IATA Reports
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released its global passenger demand data for February 2024, revealing a robust increase in air travel. The report
The post Global Air…
Air Astana switches to Summer Schedule
Air Astana has switched to a Summer flight schedule, with the resumption of popular scheduled and seasonal services, as well as increases to the frequency of flights to a number of…
Viking announces new Mongolia extension for China voyages starting in 2024
Viking announced that for the first time it is offering guests destination-focused experiences in Mongolia with the new Spirit of Mongolia extension programme.
Qatar Airways announces the launch of flights to Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo
Qatar Airways announces the latest expansion of its network to include Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), enabling greater frequencies and increased capacity to Luanda, Angola.
Vietjet adds New China Service, linking Ho Chi Minh City with Xi’an
Excitement is in the air as Vietjet further expands its flight network between Vietnam and China, following the recent launch between Shanghai and Chengdu.
Samarkand International Airport celebrates second anniversary of new terminal
Samarkand International Airport (SKD) has celebrated the second anniversary opening of its new terminal by reporting the continued impressive growth of passenger numbers, having already…
Qatar Airways Ushers in a New Era with Innovative Developments
Qatar Airways GCEO announces innovative growth, including new product releases, as Qatar Airways develops worldwide; he wants to innovate in digital technology, goods, fleet growth, and…
New First Class cabin will be introduced by Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, has revealed several major new developments in line with his vision for the future of Qatar Airways.
Thai Airways Installs Royal Silk Business Class Seats on A320s
Thai Airways has announced a series of upgrades and expansions as part of its ongoing rehabilitation plan. The airline confirmed installing Royal Silk business class
The post Thai Airways…
Atlanta Airport back on top of ‘Busiest Airports List’ while Chinese Airports climb
OAG's latest data puts Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport back at the top of the list of Global (International + Domestic Capacity) Busiest Airports in March, having been surpassed by Dubai…
Trevolution Group reports record numbers in Annual Airfare Sales
Trevolution Group, the global market leader operating ASAP Tickets, Skylux Travel, Dreamport, Oojo and other travel brands, has announced commercial results for 2023 with record volumes in…
Sands Resorts Macao is the first Integrated Resort to offer Hong Kong International Airport Check-in and Direct Bus Transfer
Sands Resorts Macao is the first integrated resort to introduce Hong Kong International Airport check-in and direct bus transfer service effective March 1, 2024.
AirAsia celebrates first inaugural flight in the Dragon Year from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai
In conjunction with the auspicious Lunar New Year, AirAsia celebrated its inaugural flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai with a 100 percent passenger load, continuing to soar high in the…
Greater Bay Airlines launches scheduled service to Singapore in April
Greater Bay Airlines (GBA) announced the launch of a scheduled service to Singapore starting 26 April 2024. This new scheduled service will operate daily between Hong Kong and Singapore…
Global Air Travel Demand Continued Its Bounce Back in 2023
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported that the recovery in air travel continued in December 2023, with total 2023 traffic coming closer to meeting
The post Global Air…
Philippine Airlines takes personalisation to new heights with Amadeus Traveler DNA
Philippine Airlines is on an ambitious digital transformation journey to ensure that interactions with its passengers are not only seamless but also deeply personalised
Vietjet to launch the second daily service to China in just two months
Vietjet continues to expand its flight network connecting Vietnam and China, with the launch of the Ho Chi Minh City - Chengdu direct service, following the Ho Chi Minh City – Shanghai route…
Viking Reveals First-Of-Its-Kind China Voyages
Viking unveiled three unique, one-of-a-kind itineraries that will give customers unprecedented access to China in 2024. The new voyages range from 10 to 20 days
The post Viking Reveals…
Viking Reveals First-Of-Its-Kind China Voyages
Viking unveiled three unique, one-of-a-kind itineraries that will give customers unprecedented access to China in 2024. The new voyages range from 10 to 20 days
The post Viking Reveals…
Vietjet Air and Trip.com group sign MoU to improve global travellers’ experience
Vietjet Air and leading global travel service provider, Trip.com Group, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance travel convenience for travellers
Air Astana receives Sky Choice Travel Award
Air Astana received the "Best Passenger Service / Product Innovation Airline of the Year" award at China Civil Aviation magazine’s Sky Choice Travel Awards ceremony in Beijing in January…
Viking announces first-of-their-kind China voyages
Viking announced three new, first-of-their-kind itineraries that will provide guests with exclusive access to China in 2024. The new voyages range from 10 to 20 days and explore iconic…
Air Travel Recovery continues in November Reaching 99% of 2019 Levels
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for November 2023 air travel performance, indicating that air travel demand topped 99% of 2019 levels. Total
The post Air…
Go City fuels expansion boom in China market with successful launch of WeChat mini programme
The launch of Go City's Weixin (WeChat) mini programme was a big move of sightseeing pass giant Go City, and it has been consistently generating remarkable revenue growth from customers in…
Fans Celebrate Return of ATP Tour Tournament on Opening Day of Main Draw at Bank of China Hong Kong Tennis Open
The fans turned out en masse to welcome the return of ATP Tour tennis to Hong Kong for the first time in decades at the Bank of China Hong Kong Tennis Open 2024 with opening day tickets to…
Vietjet adds 102nd aircraft to its modern fleet
VietJet the Vietnamese new age carrier added its 102nd aircraft - A321neo ACF 240 to its modern fleet that landed at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Ho Chi Minh City.
Air Samarkand receives Air Operator Certificate (AOC)
Air Samarkand has moved nearer to the launch of charter flights and scheduled services after receiving its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) from the Uzbekistan Ministry of Transport’s Civil…
Qatar Airways unveils 2024 Network Expansion including an Exciting Summer Schedule
Qatar Airways announces its 2024 network expansion with exciting new destinations as well as resumptions, bookable ahead of the New Year.
Finnair celebrates 40 years as ‘Official Airline of Santa Claus’
The flag carrier’s partnership with Finland’s most famous resident started in 1983, when Finnair flew its first direct flight from Helsinki to Tokyo via the North Pole – a route which now…
Marriott International and Singapore Airlines deepen partnership to offer members enhanced benefits
Marriott International and Singapore Airlines (SIA) announced the strengthening of their strategic partnership, which provides members of Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s…
Langham Hospitality Group lands in the heart of China with Cordis Xi’an
Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) has signed a management agreement with Xi’an Hao Rui Property Co. Ltd. to bring its modern upper-upscale Cordis brand to Xi’an, home of the terracotta…
Finnair continues Summer 2024 expansion
Finnair, the flag carrier of Finland, has added even more flights to its growing Summer 2024 schedule, due to increased global demand for travel.
The Airline Industry Focused on Profit Margins
According to IATA, the airline industry will return to collective profitability this year, and passenger volumes will soon approach pre-COVID levels, demonstrating that the sector
AirAsia launches special tribute livery for Sabah tourism icon Datuk Irene Benggon Charuruks
AirAsia launched a special tribute livery dedicated to the late Datuk Irene Benggon Charuruks. She was a Sabah tourism icon and the former General Manager of the Sabah Tourism Board.
The Best Cities for International Consumer & Trade Fairs
Data study explores the cities with the best airport connectivity as well as best accommodation and other factors necessary to run International events.
Trip.com Group forms partnership with China International Culture Association
Trip.com Group has signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding with the China International Culture Association to promote inbound tourism.
Trip.com Group forms partnership with China International Culture Association
Trip.com Group has signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding with the China International Culture Association to promote inbound tourism.
Mr James Liang, Co-founder and Chairman of…
Is China driving Pacific Asia’s return to tourism?
According to recent research, travel from London's busiest airport to Pacific Asia saw a significant increase of over 50% last month compared to October 2022 with a total of 851,000…
TransNusa offers cheapest flight to China
Southeast Asia’s first premium service airline, TransNusa, has made history in Indonesia by becoming the second Indonesian airline to have obtained approvals to operate scheduled flights to…
AirAsia X Announces The Return Of Gold Coast-Auckland Route
In response to popular demand, AirAsia X announced the resumption of the popular Gold Coast-Auckland service on 3 February 2024.
At the same time, the airline will discontinue…
LOT Polish Airlines celebrates Poland’s national independence day with the Polish Embassy in New Delhi
105 years ago, on 11 November 1918, Poland regained its independency and the 11 November today is the country’s national holiday.
VisitBritain gearing up to host its first trade mission to China since 2019
The best of destination Britain will be on show in China as VisitBritain Chairman Nick de Bois CBE leads the agency’s first trade mission to the country since 2019.
DOT hails inclusion of CRK as world’s most beautiful airport
The Department of Tourism (DOT) celebrates the inclusion of Clark International Airport (CRK) as one of the world’s most beautiful airports this year, earning the prestigious Prix…
Singapore Airlines Announces Half-Year Results For The Group
The robust demand for air travel continued into the Northern Summer travel season, led by the rebound in passenger traffic to North Asia, with the full reopening of China, Hong Kong SAR,…
Singapore Airlines Increases Sydney Frequency to 5 Daily Flights
Singapore Airlines announced that from 27 October 2024, it will add a new daily flight from Sydney to Singapore, departing at 0645 AM, with the company saying that this will be available…
Vietjet ramps up frequency, becoming largest airline operator between Australia and Vietnam
Vietjet has announced the expansion of its flight to Australia. The airline will operate a total of 48 flights in a week, making it the biggest operator between the two countries.
Embraer Hosts the 2023 China Regional Aviation Forum
As China’s civil aviation market continues to grow, fueled by rising domestic demand, the first post-pandemic Embraer China Regional Aviation Forum is returning.
Chinese Airlines Are Now All Flying Back To Sydney
Sydney has welcomed back all eight Chinese airlines that were operating before COVID-19.
In November, there will be 86% as many seats available from Sydney airport to mainland China…
Singapore Airlines to host Association of Asia Pacific airlines’ 67th assembly of Presidents
Singapore Airlines (SIA) will host the 67th edition of the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) Assembly of Presidents on 9 and 10 November 2023. The AAPA, which has 14 member…
Vietjet’s 101st aircraft arrives in Vietnam
Vietjet reached a new milestone as the airline took delivery of the 101st aircraft at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City.
Oman Air Is The Best Airline For Business-Class Travellers
According to a study conducted by Tipalti, a renowned global financial firm, Oman Air is the best airline for business-class travel.
The skies are getting hotter as competition heats…
Top ten airlines for business travel, from business-class lounges to inflight service
The Business Travel Index from Tipalti has analyzed factors such as lounge facilities, wifi, food and drink options and comfort to reveal which airlines offer the best airport lounges and…
TransNusa becomes second Indonesian Airline to offer Jakarta – Guangzhou Route
Indonesian airline, PT TransNusa Aviation Mandiri (TransNusa), the new player with new rules, announced that it would become the second airline in the country to introduce commercial flights…
Wyndham introduces First Wyndham and TRYP Hotels in China-Taiwan
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts announced the opening of TRYP by Wyndham New Taipei Linkou and Wyndham Sun Moon Lake in partnership with Qingyu Property Co. Ltd and Lijing Enterprise Co. Ltd,…
Dusit Thani Mogan Mountain, Huzhou, debuts in China
Dusit International represented in China by Dusit Fudu Hotels and Resorts, has continued its expansion in China with the opening of the highly anticipated Dusit Thani Mogan Mountain, Huzhou…
dnata’s Airport Handling secures contract with Hainan Airlines in Milan
Airport Handling, a joint venture of leading global air and travel services provider dnata, has been awarded a multi-year contract by Hainan Airlines to manage its ground handling operations…
WTTC’s Hotel Sustainability Basics takes off in China with hotel giant Jin Jiang
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is pleased to announce Jin Jiang, a prominent player in the global hospitality industry, has joined WTTC’s Hotel Sustainability Basics…
China Eastern Announces The Resumption Of Service To Brisbane
China Eastern Airlines has announced that from 31 October, it will once again operate nonstop flights between Shanghai and Brisbane.
China’s second-largest airline will start with…
China Southern Gives Up The A380
About 12 years after receiving its first superjumbo aircraft, China Southern has decommissioned its last A380.
The airline’s peak saw them using their five A380s on domestic and…
Greater Bay Airlines signs MoU with HKIAA to nurture the next generation of pilots
Greater Bay Airlines (GBA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The Hong Kong International Aviation Academy (HKIAA), aiming to provide career opportunities to the pilots-to-be…
Qatar Airways launches codeshare with Xiamen Airlines
Qatar Airways is pleased to announce a new codeshare partnership with Xiamen Airlines, the first Chinese airline to operate passenger nonstop flights from Mainland China to Qatar.
Qatar…
ITB China Conference to bring together the travel industry from 12-14 Sept in Shanghai, China
ITB China Conference 2023 serves as a framework for a free exchange of ideas and synchronization with the latest trends.
FCM Travel expands presence in China’s Greater Bay Area
FCM Travel, one of the world’s largest travel management companies, has expanded its footprints into China’s Greater Bay Area (GBA) with a new office and has doubled the size of its team to…
Collinson increases airport lounges and travel experiences in Asia Pacific
Collinson sees the strong return and growth of travel in Asia Pacific across most markets, and continues expanding its network of airport lounges and travel experiences to cater to the…
Club Med welcomes travellers back to China with five stunning resorts
Club Med welcomes international travellers back to its five premium resorts in China: Club Med Beidahu, Club Med Changbaishan, Club Med Guilin, Club Med Lijiang and Club Med Yabuli. From…
Maldives to become the official island travel partner of ITB China 2023
The dedicated Maldives stand will serve as the centerpiece of the island republic’s extended presence at ITB China 2023.
Club Med welcomes travellers back to China with five stunning resorts
Club Med welcomes international travellers back to its five premium resorts in China: Club Med Beidahu, Club Med Changbaishan, Club Med Guilin, Club Med Lijiang and Club Med Yabuli.
Airbnb sees strong travel interest to the Philippines among SEA travelers
Latest data from Airbnb reveals that Airbnb Hosts and guests are emerging as key drivers of economic activity in destinations and communities across the Philippines.
While the pandemic…
Airfares and hotel room rates higher in Asia
According to FCM Consulting’s latest Global Trends Report, Q2-2023 is one of two halves. One sees the Northern Hemisphere push travel demand over summer, while the other sees the rest of…
Airfares and Hotel Room Rates remain high in Asia
The volume of business trips increases, and travel patterns stabilise although disruption remains due to extreme weather and airport staffing shortages.
HKIA records continued Air Traffic Growth in July
Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) released the air traffic figures for Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) for July 2023. As passenger traffic continued to rise, during the month HKIA…
LOT Polish Airlines carried over one million passengers in July
LOT Polish Airlines carried 1,041,427 passengers. This is the highest number of passengers carried in a single month in the 94-year history of LOT Polish Airlines activity.
Singaporean Travellers reveal the airlines least likely to compensate for delays and cancellations
New research released by personal finance portal MoneySmart has revealed the airlines least likely to compensate for flight delays and cancellations according to Singaporean travellers.
Singapore Airlines to boost services in 2024 northern summer season
Singapore Airlines (SIA) will ramp up services to destinations across its network during the Northern Summer 2024 operating season (31 March 2024 to 26 October 2024), supporting the strong…
DOT records more inbound flights to PHL, increase in domestic air routes
DOT has revealed favourable developments in air connectivity thanks to the convergence efforts towards the development of the country’s tourism industry.
It can be recalled that in…
Sands China announces three exhibitions for Art Macao 2023
In support of the upcoming Art Macao: Macao International Art Biennale 2023, Sands China Ltd. is presenting an impressive array of exhibitions and artworks from August to October, aimed at…
Swiss-Belhotel International and CTG Hotel, China’s largest tourism enterprise sign an alliance
Swiss-Belhotel International, the rapidly expanding global hotel management group, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with CTG Hotel, part of the largest tourism enterprise…
Conrad Hotels & Resorts expands its presence in APAC with new luxury hotel in Shenzhen, China
Hilton has announced the opening of Conrad Shenzhen in the city’s Qianhai business district, expanding the brand’s global portfolio of elevated luxury offerings. Artfully imagined by…
ITB China 2023 all set for a live return from 12 – 14 September 2023
ITB China, the highly anticipated marketplace for China's travel industry, is gearing up for its grand live event from 12 - 14 September 2023.
Conrad Shenzhen opens with 300 keys in Shenzhen, China
Hilton announced the opening of Conrad Shenzhen in the city’s Qianhai business district, expanding the brand’s global portfolio of elevated luxury offerings.
Qatar Airways Group reports record revenues with strong profits as expansion continues
Qatar Airways Group has again reported a strong financial performance as the Official Airline Partner of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 publishes its annual report for 2022/23.
Dusit International held two-city ‘China Roadshow’ in Beijing and Shanghai
Dusit International presented its expanding portfolio of Dusit Hotels and Resorts in China and beyond as part of a two-city ‘China Roadshow’ for leading trade and media partners, which took…
Royal Caribbean opens 2024-25 vacations from Shanghai, marking return to China
The cruise line’s highlight anticipated return to China is set for April 2024, when Spectrum sails from Shanghai to popular getaway destinations like Fukuoka, Okinawa, Nagasaki and Osaka, …
Singaporean Travellers reveal the Airlines with most delays and cancellations in MoneySmart Survey
New research released by leading personal finance portal MoneySmart has revealed the top airlines for flight delay and cancellation according to Singaporean travellers.
Top ten best global airline loyalty schemes
A recent study showed the number of 2022 air passengers increased by roughly 47 per cent compared to the previous year.
“Mystery flight” service helps airlines increase load factors
At this week’s Phocuswright Europe in Barcelona, delegates discovered how an innovative new technology is being used to help airlines.
New Hong Kong to Phuket Flight on Hong Kong Airlines
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Celebrations were held at Hong Kong International Airport and Phuket International Airport, to commemorate the official launch of the route.
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Marriott International celebrates its 500th hotel in Greater China
Marriott International has announced the highly anticipated opening of its 500th hotel in Greater China – Rissai Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve. The milestone marks Marriott’s…
Ritz-Carlton Reserve debuts in Jiuzhaigou, China with 87 villas
Rissai Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, the latest resort in the prestigious Ritz-Carlton Reserve portfolio, was unveiled in Jiuzhaigou, a valley on the edges of the Qinghai-Tibet plateau in…
Ritz-Carlton Reserve debuts in China
Rissai Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, the latest resort in the prestigious Ritz-Carlton Reserve portfolio, was unveiled today in Jiuzhaigou, a valley on the edges of the Qinghai-Tibet…
Trade Fairs line up in Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) announced the city is welcoming back two more premier global trade fairs, Vinexpo Asia 2024 and APLF Leather, Materials + & Fashion Access 2024, while…
Trade Fairs Line Up to Put on a Great Show in Hong Kong
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Hong Kong, the international trade fair capital of Asia, is going from strength to strength with new shows and fairs.
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The Lux Collective and Lijiang Yulong Tourism Ltd celebrate a 10-year partnership in Yunnan, China
This year marks a decade-long partnership between Lijiang Yulong Tourism Ltd and global hospitality group The Lux Collective, which first began in 2013.
The Macao Showcase: Sands China brings Macao to Singapore
Sands China Ltd., the largest operator of integrated resorts in Macao, commenced its ‘The Macao Showcase’ at its sister property, Marina Bay Sands, in Singapore yesterday.
Running for…
IATA: Airline Profitability Outlook Strengthens
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Airline industry net profits are expected to reach $9.8 billion in 2023 which is more than double the previous forecast of $4.7 billion.
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Hotel Bel-Air’s enchanting Sculpture Garden revealed
Hotel Bel-Air, a Dorchester Collection hotel, is delighted to announce the highly anticipated debut of its stunning Sculpture Garden with an exclusive exhibition by acclaimed artist Rogan…
Top 10 most family-friendly airports
New research reveals the most family-friendly airports and airlines ahead of your 2023 travel plans.
Air Partner and Worldwide GSA join forces to expand its cargo offering in the APAC Region
Global aviation services group, Air Partner, has joined forces with Worldwide GSA, a sister company of the Air Logistics Group, to enhance and expand its cargo offering in the Asia-Pacific…
Riyadh prepares to host the 10th Edition of Arab-China Business Conference
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Investment and Ministry of Foreign Affairs are preparing to host the 10th Arab-China Business Conference and the 8th Investment Symposium from June 11-12 in…
New research reveals the best airline loyalty programmes
A recent study showed the number of 2022 air passengers increased by roughly 47 per cent compared to the previous year.
Air New Zealand Attracts Visitors With More Capacity And Fleet Investment
Air New Zealand is investing significantly in its fleet, capacity, and marketing to improve the flying experience for customers and support New Zealand’s tourism industry.
The airline…
Air Astana celebrates 21stanniversary in the wake of best-ever year
The carrier has grown dramatically since the first service was operated between Almaty and Astana in 2002 and has steadily built a reputation for award winning customer service, operational…
More Hong Kong to San Francisco Flights on United Airlines
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United now offers more flights to San Francisco as well as additional connecting options to more destinations in US, Canada, and Latin America
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China Southern Boosts Flights To Australia
China Southern Airlines is planning to expand its operations to Australia further.
The airline’s flights between Guangzhou and Sydney will begin operating twice daily starting early…
Sydney Airport Surpassed Important Milestone In March
There were 3,166,000 travellers who went through Sydney Airport in March 2023, an 86.7% increase from March 2019 before COVID. This is the best result after COVID so far.…
Air Travel growth continues in March
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced strong demand growth in air travel for March 2023.
China capacity ramping up as daily Shanghai flights resume
The bustling cities of China are getting a whole lot closer to New Zealand as capacity between the countries expands this week. On 2 May, Air New Zealand’s alliance partner Air China touched…
China capacity ramping up as daily Shanghai flights resume
The bustling cities of China are getting a whole lot closer to New Zealand as capacity between the countries expands this week.
On 2 May, Air New Zealand’s alliance partner Air China will…
Batik Air To Start Direct Flights From Adelaide To Kuala Lumpur
Batik Air Malaysia (previously Malindo Air) has announced that it will begin direct flights from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur in July. It will be the carrier’s first nonstop flight from…
China travel is back! Trends for the May holiday season
Travelport has released the below trend data highlighting the resurgence of outbound travel from mainland China. Demand has continued to rise leading up to Chinese Labor Day (May 1),…
Outbound Travel Demand From China Is Massive
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Compared to last year, outbound flight bookings from mainland China have increased by a staggering 331 percent,
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Tourism Fiji, Fiji Airways and Trip.com Group sign MOU
Tourism Fiji, Fiji Airways and Trip.com Group signed a three-year strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) focusing on cooperating on the promotion of outbound tourism to Fiji and the…
Hong Kong International Airport Kicks Off “World of Winners” Air Ticket Giveaway Campaign in Beijing
Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) hosted an event in Beijing to introduce the "World of Winners" air ticket giveaway campaign to media in the capital city.
Sanya International Wine and Spirits Fair to be held from 13-17 April
Themed ‘Sailing from Sanya, Cheers to the World’, the 2023 Boating Sanya & Sanya International Wine and Spirits Fair is set to welcome global wine and spirit enthusiasts and industry…
Air travel growth continues in February
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced continued strong growth in air travel demand, based on February 2023 traffic results.
Five Candidates but only one logical choice for WTTC Chairman
by: Dmytro Makarov |
The Chairman of WTTC is seen by tourism leaders as the face for the largest private travel & tourism companies.
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China makes welcome return to Arabian Travel Market, Middle East
Chinese exhibitors and travel professionals are making a welcome return to Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023 which is being held at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) for its 30th edition…
Key factors propelling the growth in China Outbound Tourism Market
The China outbound tourism market is estimated to reach USD 184,201 Million in 2022, with sales projected to increase at a robust 14.1% CAGR between 2022 and 2032.
Thailand’s new ‘Really Cool Airline’ to fly to Australia
Really Cool Airlines’ slogan is “We Fly the Future,” and the company aspires to provide a lifestyle product by prioritising customer satisfaction, innovation, safety, and the environment.
‘Really Cool Airlines’ launched in Thailand
New carrier’s dedication to innovative solutions and service excellence will help set new standards in Thai aviation.
The Helsinki pivot – how Finnair navigated extraordinary market shocks
It has been a rough three years for Finnair. As if the pandemic wasn’t bad enough, losing access to Russia’s airspace was another big blow. Now, the airline is taking steps to adjust.
Promoting a sustainable future for China’s travel industry
Accor in partnership with Trip.com Group and global management consulting firm McKinsey & Company has published a new educational whitepaper that examines the environmental impact of…
Prague Airport gets a direct route to Taipei
Effective 18 July 2023, Prague Airport is getting a direct connection with the Taiwanese capital of Taipei.
Promoting a Sustainable Future for China’s Travel Industry
Accor in partnership with Trip.com Group and McKinsey & Company published a new educational whitepaper that examines the environmental impact of China’s tourism sector, analyses…
New Taipei to Los Angeles Flight on STARLUX Airlines
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STARLUX Airlines also announced its new designation as the “Official International Airline Partner of the LA Clippers”
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New Hong Kong Airlines Flight to Beijing Daxing Airport
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Hong Kong Airlines first airline in Hong Kong to operate service to Daxing and both international airports in Beijing
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China to resume issuing visas to foreign citizens on March 15
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Bodies located abroad that issue visas will resume reviewing and provision of all types of visas to foreign citizens heading to China
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Reopening China: Sabre data indicates significant outbound travel rebound
With more than 166 million international trips booked by Chinese travellers in 2019, contributing over USD 245 billion to global tourism in the process, it is no wonder that the world has…
United Airlines Resumes Hong Kong to San Francisco Flight
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Hong Kong to San Francisco service directly connects Hong Kong travelers to United's largest hub airport on the US West Coast
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Greater Bay Airlines Places Order For 15 Boeing 737 MAX
Greater Bay Airlines (GBA) of Hong Kong and Boeing announced an order for 15 737-9 planes. The agreement also includes a commitment to purchase five 787 Dreamliners to assist GBA’s…
IATA: Airline Passenger Demand Remains Strong
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Total traffic in January 2023 (measured in revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) rose 67.0% compared to January 2022
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Oman Air receives New Boeing 737 MAX 8
Oman Air, the national airline of the Sultanate of Oman, has announced the delivery of a new Boeing 737 MAX 8 from CDB Aviation.
AirAsia X resumes services to Shanghai with four weekly flights
AirAsia X (AAX) has resumed its services to Shanghai, China with four weekly flights from Kuala Lumpur which commenced on 2 March 2023
Scootin’ Back to China
Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines (SIA), will steadily resume flights to and from China to accommodate strong travel demands in line with the further relaxation of border…
Tourism Australia & Singapore Airlines to boost business events travel to Australia
Tourism Australia and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have signed a new three-year marketing agreement aimed at promoting business events travel to Australia.
Air Astana resumes Astana- Beijing flights
From 18 March 2023, Air Astana will resume flights from Astana to Beijing with a frequency of two per week on Wednesdays and Saturdays and a further increase set for summer.
THAI to operate flights to 5 destinations in China from March 2023
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) will operate 14 weekly flights to five destinations in the People’s Republic of China after the country’s border reopening
Jazeera Airways announces record annual profits of KD20.1 million (USD65.7m) for 2022
Jazeera Airways, continuing robust growth, announced record net profits of KD20.1 million (USD65.7m) for the 2022 full year, an increase of 183.6% over 2021.
IATA: Air travel recovery is on for the full year
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Airline industry left 2022 in far stronger shape than it entered, as most governments lifted COVID-19…
Singapore Airlines launches new global brand campaign ‘Welcome to World Class’
Singapore Airlines (SIA) launched its latest global brand campaign, which will run on television, print, digital, out-of-home, and social media platforms.
Qatar Airways to fly triple-daily to Phuket
Qatar Airways, is set to launch additional flights from Thailand, with the introduction of a third flight from the famed holiday island, Phuket, starting from 1 February 2023
airasia Super App partners with Archipelago International
airasia Super App announced a direct partnership with Archipelago International, one of the largest hotel management groups in Southeast Asia, through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)…
44,500 new aircraft worth USD2.7 trillion to be delivered over next two decades
The new Cirium Fleet Forecast reveals demand for approximately 44,500 new aircraft globally over the next two decades, worth USD2.9 trillion.
‘Year of the Rabbit Celebrations’ from Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways celebrates the Lunar New Year with passengers travelling to and from far East Asia by introducing festive products and cuisine inspired by Chinese culture and the Year of the…
Vistajet flight demand hops ahead of lunar new year, China travel rush
VistaJet sees demand for private aviation continuing to pick up on the back of the Lunar New Year holiday across Asia.
Travel Has Returned, But Low Airfares Have Not
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission predicts that high costs will continue through 2023, despite recent statistics from the Australian Bureau of Statistics showing that…
Airbus Leads Despite Boeing’s Best Efforts
Airbus continues to be the world’s leading aircraft maker, despite Boeing’s aggressive push to deliver as many planes as possible before the end of the year. With a total of 1,078 gross…
Trip.com Group sees surge in mainland China travel bookings ahead of Lunar New Year period
Trip.com Group, the leading global travel service provider, has seen mainland Chinese demand for travel continue to surge in the run-up to the Lunar New Year holiday season. This comes…
The end of China’s zero-Covid policy is fuelling flight bookings
China’s decision to ditch its zero-Covid policy has triggered a surge in flight bookings, according to the latest data from ForwardKeys.
On 7 December, Chinese authorities announced…
China Eastern Ups Services To Sydney And Melbourne
China Eastern Airlines has announced that it will increase its Sydney-Shanghai route to three weekly flights commencing on 16 January in response to the easing of COVID-19 restrictions…
IATA Slam Covid-19 Tests For Travellers From China
IATA has criticised countries’ decisions to impose coronavirus tests and other measures on Chinese travellers as futile “knee-jerk” reactions.
A rising number of countries, including…
WTTC Sees No New Dangers When Traveling to China
On the day, the Chinese Government is opening up for tourism and travel again, the US, Germany and other countries impose warnings.
WTTC Sees No New Dangers When Traveling to China
Global transformation of Sheraton Hotels & Resorts gains momentum throughout Greater China
With 2022 coming to a close, the transformation of Sheraton Hotels & Resorts continues to build momentum across the globe, with Greater China now featuring eight properties exemplifying…
ACI EUROPE criticises restrictions on travellers from China
Airports Council International – ACI EUROPE has criticised the Coronavirus travel measures imposed on travellers from China at the end of 2022 by several European Union Member States and…
Spain imposes COVID-19 restrictions on arrivals from China
All travellers reaching Spain from China now need to present negative COVID-19 test results, or proof of complete vaccination against the virus, with any of the vaccines approved by the…
Italy imposes mandatory COVID-19 tests for travellers from China
Three years after the first case of a person infected with Coronavirus was detected in China, Italy has imposed again entry restrictions on travellers from this country, in a bid to prevent…
Air India Express issues COVID-19 guidelines
Air India Express on Tuesday issued guidelines for the maintenance of Covid-appropriate behaviour by travellers travelling from UAE to India.
T’way Air launches a Pokémon-themed Jet, Pikachu Jet TW
The Pokémon Company (Minato-ku, Tokyo, President: Tsunekazu Ishihara) has partnered with T'way Air, a Korean airline, introducing the launch of Pikachu Jet TW, the first Pikachu Jet in…
Trip.com Group data shows outbound flight bookings surge from Mainland China
On the morning of 27 Dec , Trip.com Group, recorded a staggering 254% increase in mainland China's outbound flight bookings compared to a day earlier.
Japan restricts China, Hong Kong & Macao arrivals from 30 December
Japan has decided to restrict arrivals from China or those who have been in China in the previous 7 days, effective December 30, 2022.
AirAsia launches a new low-cost airline in Cambodia
AirAsia Aviation Group Limited (AAAGL), the aviation arm of Capital A Berhad, today signed a Joint Venture (JV) agreement with Sivilai Asia to establish AirAsia Cambodia, a new low-cost…
AviaAM Leasing buys two Boeing 737-800 aircraft
AM Leasing, a global aviation holding company engaged in tailored aircraft leasing and trading services, has announced a purchase of two more Boeing 737-800 aircraft for…
Austrian Airlines reconnects Vienna and Shanghai twice a week
As of 16 January, Austrian Airlines will once again operate two direct flights per week from Vienna to Shanghai. With the additional connection on Mondays from Vienna and Wednesdays from…
Sands China’s Cotai Expo holds Macao’s first carbon neutral exhibition
Macao's first carbon neutral exhibition, the 2022 MIECF (Macao International Environmental Co-operation Forum & Exhibition), was held from Dec. 9-11 at The Venetian Macao's Cotai Expo,…
Beijing Airport Drops COVID-19 Test Requirement
Beijing Capital International Airport, the busiest airport in China, no longer needs visitors to show a clean COVID-19 test result to board the plane, according to Reuters, citing…
IATA: Air traffic increased by almost 50% in Oct 2022
The data provided by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has revealed that in October of this year, the total air traffic increased by 44.6 per cent compared to the figures…
The third runway at Hong Kong International Airport officially commissions
The third runway at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) was officially commissioned marking a key milestone of the airport’s expansion into a Three-runway System (3RS).
Singapore Airlines to increase services to Australia, resume flights to Busan
Singapore Airlines (SIA) will boost frequencies to destinations across East Asia and South East Asia, resume flights to Busan, and increase Airbus A380 services to Australia during the…
Budapest Airport’s Asia market bouncing back
Budapest Airport has announced another momentous re-enhancement in its route network development, with the return of Shanghai Airlines, in partnership with China Eastern Airlines.
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi launches direct flights to Tashkent
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, the UAE capital’s first low-carrier, has announced the launch of its new route from Abu Dhabi to Tashkent, Uzbekistan’s capital.
Chinese time-honored county in E. China’s Jiangxi glitters with new vitality
In recent years, the Fengxin county has accelerated project-oriented development of cultural tourism. It has invested a total of 600 million yuan (about 82.5 million U.S. dollars) to…
International crises are impending air travel recovery in Europe
The top European Commission official, Henrik Hololei, has said that international crises are making the final stage of European air travel’s recovery slower.
Chinese Airlines Set To Increase International Services
Chinese airlines have indicated they would expand the number of scheduled international flights very soon, generating widespread attention.
China Eastern Airlines, one of China’s…
Distinctively Thai: Kingston Hotels Group unveils Aira Hotel after rebrand and renovations
Aira Hotel, a 4-star hotel in Bangkok with 255 keys, reopens in July and offers and eclectic vibe of Thai splendour like no other.
Centara partners with Qatar Airways Privilege Club
Centara Hotels & Resorts, announces a partnership with Qatar Airways Privilege Club, a frequent flyer programme from Qatar’s state-owned flag carrier.
Etihad Airways launches inaugural flight linking Abu Dhabi & Guangzhou
Etihad Airways has launched its first-ever scheduled flights linking Abu Dhabi and Guangzhou. The inaugural flight, EY868, departed Abu Dhabi on 10th October.
MyTravelThru claims to be agile airport and non-airport transfer services – how true is it?
Travelling is easy and fun because of the airport transfer services. MyTravelThru was founded by Tan Mai in Vietnam just before the COVID-19 situation.
Vietnam is a popular tourist…
Xiamen Airlines switches to Airbus A320neo
Xiamen Airlines has placed a firm order for 40 A320neo Family aircraft switching to Airbus for its fleet growth, making the airline the newest Airbus customer. The agreement was announced by…
Hilton set to offer 135 properties in Greater China
With 98 hotels in the pipeline, nearly 1 in 3 future openings for Hilton Hotels globally will be in this market.
IATA’s July data reveals recovery in air travel is strong
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announces passenger data for July 2022 showing that the recovery in air travel continues to be strong.
Australia Approves Korean Air-Asiana Merger
After consulting with relevant stakeholders, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has decided to approve Korean Air’s acquisition of Asiana Airlines.
Even though…
China hotel for Hyatt
Hyatt has opened its first property under its Hyatt Place brand in Nanchong, a city located in the northeast of China’s Sichuan province.
The 276-room Hyatt Place Nanchong Gaoping is…
US airlines take top spots in passenger rankings: Cirium
Major US carriers made a clean sweep of the top four places as aviation analytics firm Cirium revealed its 2021 World Airline Passenger Rankings.
AirAsia X To Restore Fleet And Network After Pandemic
Following the COVID-19 downturn, AirAsia X is working to restore its network by launching additional long-haul services to Istanbul, Dubai, and London by year’s end.
The low-cost…
Qantas, Air New Zealand Benefit From Foreign Airlines Operation Constraints
The projections of Qantas and Air New Zealand are optimistic for at least the next 12 months. Executives from both airlines expect a healthy revenue environment as tourists return to…
Artyzen to launch five projects in Shanghai, China in 2022
Artyzen Hospitality Group ("Artyzen") will be developing five projects in Shanghai: lifestyle hotels, conference centres, and service apartments, all slated to open by the end of 2022.
Dubai’s Air Traffic Increase Indicates Strong Recovery
As pandemic restrictions were lifted, Dubai International Airport saw an increase in passengers during the first half of 2022. The upcoming FIFA World Cup in Qatar will increase traffic…
China eases restrictions for international Covid flight suspensions
The change, starting now, is aimed at promoting personnel exchanges between China and foreign countries, and foreign exchange and cooperation
The Absence Of Chinese Carriers In Australia Raises Airfares To Europe
To experience Europe’s late summer beauties, consider flying to Paris in the middle of September for a three-week vacation. From Melbourne or Sydney, you may expect to pay between $3500…
Recovery on track: Middle East air passenger traffic near pre-pandemic levels
Air passenger traffic in the Middle East and South Asia has recovered in the second quarter (Q2) of the year to approximately 85% of Q2 2019 seat capacity
Accor and Sunmei set to open more than 400 new Mövenpick hotels across China
Accor has announced a new master franchise agreement with Sunmei Digital Intelligence Group to debut and develop Mövenpick by Accor brand across China.
Together, Sunmei and Accor plan…
On the way to recovery! With summer holiday season on, global air traffic spikes
IATA announced passenger data for May 2022 showing that the recovery in air travel accelerated heading into the busy Northern Hemisphere summer travel season
87% Indian travellers want airport lounge access
Collinson research revealing that 49% of Indian travellers ‘feel safer at the airport’ when they’re able to access a lounge
Four Chinese airlines order 292 new Airbus A320 jets
Air China, China Eastern, China Southern, Shenzhen Airlines placed an order with Airbus for 292 new A320 aircraft
Four Chinese airlines order 292 new Airbus A320 jets
Touchdown China! Etihad goes off to Beijing
With this, Etihad becomes the first regular direct international passenger service to return to Beijing
China to allow more international flights
China’s civil aviation authority said it is discussing with its counterparts in certain countries the possibility of gradually increasing international passenger flights in and out of the…
Strong demand drives international air travel recovery
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According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), despite Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine and significant travel restrictions in China, international…
Malaysia Airlines launches a Bonus Side Trip in Malaysia on selected tickets to Asia and Australasia
Malaysia Airlines is pleased to announce that it has re-launched its Bonus Side Trip product campaign where passengers can add a stop in Malaysia to their journey from the UK to Asia and…
Delhi’s IGI airport is now world’s second busiest airport
The aviation sector has started showing signs of recovery in 2022 after remaining affected due to the Covid-19 pandemic for two years
Malaysia Airlines expands technology and distribution contract with Amadeus
Malaysia Airlines Berhad is pleased to expand its partnership with Amadeus to improve the experience of its customers, including corporate and travel retailers over the coming years.
VFS Global predicts spike in Thailand eVisa on Arrival demand ahead of Thai Airways resuming flights
Starting of Thailand eVOA services through VFS Global is expected to offer great convenience to customers travelling to Thailand
Russian Airspace Sanctions May Lead Finnair to Lay off 650 Crew
Finnair may be forced to lay off up to 650 pilots and cabin personnel for at least three months due to restrictions on flying in Russian airspace.
IATA Expects 4 Billion Air Travellers In 2024
According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), in 2024, there will be a total of 4.0 billion passengers flying, which is more than pre-COVID-19 levels (103 per cent of the…
Russia-Europe Airspace Closure Spares Asian Carriers
The closure of Russian airspace to several European airlines has spared Asian carriers, which have recovered from the pandemic more slowly than competitors elsewhere in the world.
Global air traffic to exceed pre-Covid levels in 2024, predicts IATA
IATA expects overall traveller numbers to reach 4.0 billion in 2024 (counting multi-sector connecting trips as one passenger), exceeding pre-COVID-19 levels (103% of the 2019 total)
Asia-Pacific region will need over 17,600 new aircraft by 2040
In the next 20 years, passenger traffic growth of 5.3% per annum and accelerated retirement of older less fuel-efficient aircraft will see the Asia-Pacific region require 17,620 new…
Airbus Cancels Qatar Airways Order For 2 A350 As Dispute Deepens
A dispute over surface paint has forced Airbus to cancel Qatar Airways’ purchase of two A350-1000 aircraft.
Will 2022 Be A Better Year For The Airline Industry?
The year 2022 will not be like any other year in the past, yet there are reasons for cautious optimism.
How is Qatar Airways celebrating Lunar New Year
Qatar Airways has marked the Lunar New Year with a special curated selection of festive treats and decorations onboard and in lounges, and traditional ‘hóngbāo’ red envelopes for passengers…
Flight bookings in China increase 70% for Spring Festival
The 2022 Spring Festival travel rush has kicked off as the first day of the 40-day travel season ending on February 25 saw transportation of 780,000 passengers.
Airline Recovery Could Be Stifled Due To Pilot Shortage
How soon the airline industry will suffer a pilot shortage is more crucial than whether it will happen at all.
Airline Industry Expects A Surge In 2022
According to Cirium, a London-based global aviation analytics organisation, the airline industry is expected to grow by 47 per cent next year.
Which airlines are operating international flights from Sydney?
More flights will depart Australia beginning this month, as Qantas and Jetstar have moved forwards the restart of some international routes.
Radisson Collection unveils chic new hotel in Wuxi, China’s enchanting lakeside city
Radisson Collection Hotel, Wuxi is a stylish and sophisticated new downtown hotel that puts guests in the heart of one of China’s most compelling cities.
Boeing predicts Chinese airlines will buy 8,700 Planes by 2040
According to Boeing's estimates, Chinese airlines will require 8,700 new planes worth $1.47 trillion by 2040 to keep up with the country's growing commercial air travel demand.
Touchdown Ljubljana! flydubai becomes first UAE airline to launch direct route to Slovenian capital
flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, became the first airline to operate direct air links to the Slovenian capital, Ljubljana from the United Arab Emirates
AirAsia to launch Hua Hin-Chiang Mai route on 15 Oct
AirAsia is set to paint the skies red again in support of the Hua Hin Airport opening in October
Several airlines are keen to fly to Hua Hin, Thailand
Several airlines are passionate to start operations to Hua Hin, Thailand later this year, opening further the accessibility of this idyllic Thailand Riviera.
More than 20 airlines have said “C-ya” to Sydney
The border closure has taken its toll on Australian aviation, with Sydney losing more than 20 airlines since the outbreak began.
Asian airlines report high Covid-19 vaccination uptake among crew
As everyone’s in the region wait for the tight pandemic-related border controls to be relaxed, Asian airlines are reporting high vaccination take-up rates among pilots and cabin crew.
Airlines are slowly recovering: Which countries are bouncing back
Floats were leaving the aircraft storage facilities to spend months at the warm, dry desert sunshine.
Trip.com hosts first annual event in Sanya, China
Trip.com Group hosted its inaugural International Travelers’ Forum combining a partner forum during the day and a Travelers’ Night event focusing on Ctrip Community users in Hainan, Sanya
The airline making money off grounded Boeing 737 MAX jets
Low-cost Airlines have a simple formula for success: fill as many seats as possible, fly as many hours as possible, and maintain a young fleet.
The future of travel: How Plaza Premium is redefining airport hospitality
Travel is changing – and not only because of the pandemic. Tech-savvy jetsetters expect a seamless experience in the palm of their hand. With technology evolving at breakneck speed, the…
US airline reclaims title as world’s largest airline
American Airlines has taken the pandemic as an opportunity to re-emerge as the world's largest airline, a title it has traded back and forth with competitors during the last few years as…
Airline industry is bouncing back particularly in the US
The news seems to be good for US airlines. After the negative impact due to the coronavirus pandemic, the airline industry steadily begins to recover.
FCM unveils tech platform in China
FCM has announced the launch of its new proprietary technology platform in China
Airlines will be forced to aim at long and thin routes
A trend among airlines of phasing out four-engine widebody aircraft in favour of smaller, more fuel-efficient two-engine aircraft, including even narrow bodies, has accelerated.
Qantas and Singapore Airlines diverging fortunes show disparities
Qantas and Singapore Airlines are travelling in opposite directions when it comes to the coronavirus crisis, with the former emerging strongly thanks to its buoyant home market and the…
International travel from China back to pre-Covid levels by 2023
China is ready for international travel - it has already opened its borders to 36 European and 13 Asian countries
Airline revival hopes blighted by slow recovery
It says something about the depth of the airline industry’s troubles that even an extra $9 billion in losses this year would leave the industry significantly healthier than in 2020.
Japanese airlines eye low-cost to drive post-pandemic growth
Japan's two major airlines are positioning themselves to take advantage of any upturn with a punt on low-cost services.
Former airline boss fined for refusing crew menstrual leave
A former South Korean airline boss has been fined for refusing to let flight crew take their legally enshrined menstrual leave.
The good samaritan! Qatar Airways ships essential medical supplies to India free of cost
Qatar Airways is supporting international efforts to tackle the second COVID-19 surge in India by shipping medical aid and equipment to the country free of charge from global suppliers
Worldline and IATA partner to help airlines back on runway to recovery
Worldline, the European leader in the payments and transactional services industry and number 4 worldwide, today announced it has partnered with the International Air Transport Association…
Qatar Airways’ incredible growth in four years
Rising above the myriad of challenges, Qatar Airways’ growth has been massive. The airline’s last four years are highlighted with improved products, more routes, and unparalleled overall…
200 million tourists set to travel over five-day break in China: Trip.com
Online travel services provider Trip.com Group has released its China May Day holiday forecast data which shows up to 200 million tourists in mainland China are set to travel over the…
Airbus A380 struggles as the pandemic continues to hit aviation
Following news this week that Etihad was the next carrier to ground its Airbus A380 fleet, new data from Cirium has revealed the dire straights the aircraft finds itself in.
US air travellers top 1.5 million for first time since March 2020
US air passengers screened topped 1.5 million this week for the first time since March 2020, as air travel continues to rebound from a pandemic-related drop
Why passengers can rely on Qatar Airways for a safe journey
Here is a story of an airline that embraced the change and immediately adapted to the “new normal” while keeping the mission of “connecting families” at its core.
China unveils Covid-19 vaccination certificates for cross-border travel
China has launched a digital Covid-19 vaccination certificate for its citizens planning cross-border travels, joining other countries issuing similar documents as they seek ways to reopen…
Vaccines roll out in Asean, Asia and globally speeds up world travel recovery: AirAsia CEO
AirAsia welcomes news of COVID-19 vaccines being rolled out across Malaysia commencing from this week, as the first key indicator of a global travel reboot in the near future
Greater Bay Airlines, New Low Cost Launching in Unfavourable Time
Budget airline Greater Bay Airlines (GBA) applied for the rights to fly 104 routes across Asia, according to a Hong Kong government gazette.
Steigenberger comes to China’s City of Eternal Spring
Deutsche Hospitality and Huazhu are planning a further hotel project in China in the form of a new Steigenberger Hotel in Kunming, a location which is nicknamed the ‘City of Eternal Spring’…
Air travel down 60% in 2020, losses hit USD 370 billion
A new report from the UN agency for civil aviation has confirmed that international passenger traffic suffered a dramatic 60% drop over 2020, bringing air travel totals back to 2003 levels
Is International Air Travel Shutting Down Yet Again?
I am seeing everyday changes that it may mean for the next couple of months, connectivity may become increasingly difficult.
Singapore Airlines Asks Crew to Wear Tracking Devices on Layovers
Singapore Airlines crew members are forbidden to leave their hotel rooms on layovers.
Oman Air welcomes guests from 103 countries
Oman Air, the national carrier of Oman, will welcome guests from 103 countries who can travel to the country without a visa
Sofitel Haikou adds French flair in Hainan Island
This newest opening is the 23rd Sofitel Hotel open in the brand’s network across Greater China.
China emerges as top theme in travel sector as recovery beckons
With lockdowns and shutdowns back across several countries to contain the possible second or third wave of COVID-19, China’s domestic travel rebound has fuelled discussions in the travel and…
Bleak Affair: Tourism back to 1990 levels as arrivals fall by more than 70%
International arrivals fell by 72% over the first ten months of 2020, with restrictions on travel, low consumer confidence and a global struggle to contain the COVID-19 virus, all…
No quarantine needed: Singapore to allow tourists from China, Australia
Starting 6 November, Singapore will allow all travellers from China and state of Victoria, Australia without the need for quarantine as long as they negative from COVID-19 upon arrival.
Flights from India to China’s Wuhan all set to resume operation
India’s national carrier, Air India, is all set to operate flights to Wuhan on 30 October
PATA unveils new chair and executive board to lead industry into post-Covid future and beyond
Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has announced the ratification of the new PATA executive board to lead the tourism industry into the future and beyond
Future of travel: How the pandemic has transformed Beijing airport
A new completely contactless experience for passengers travelling through Beijing Capital International Airport should make air travel safer
United Airlines doubles San Francisco to Shanghai flights
United Airlines says it will increase service to China from two to four weekly flights from San Francisco to Shanghai’s Pudong International Airport
Oman Air delivers highest-ever cargo load
Oman Air, the national carrier of Oman, continues to serve the nation and its customers with 69 chartered cargo-only flights from April to June, including the highest-ever cargo load the…
New outbreak in China slows down aviation recovery
A new outbreak of coronavirus cases in China, particularly in Beijing, is slowing down the recovery of the country’s aviation sector, according to the latest flight tracking data from…
250-metre-high glass-bottom Exploration Deck opens to eager visitors in China
One of the year’s most eagerly awaited attractions in China, the 250-metre-high Exploration Deck Viewing Gallery (Exploration Deck), a star feature of The Crystal sky bridge at Raffles…
Gulf Air imports over 80 tons of medical supplies in May
In response to national COVID-19 mitigation efforts, Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain, has successfully imported 82 tons of medical supplies from India with partner medical…
Royal Caribbean to resume sailings from China in July
Royal Caribbean will be unfurling its sails in July with scheduled cruises in Asia.
China’s passenger number down by nearly 70% in April
The decline in all major performance indicators of China’s civil aviation services in April had slowed compared to March. The data released by the Civil Aviation Administration of China…
TUI China relaunches domestic holidays
TUI China has resumed business operations, offering domestic tours for holidaymakers in China. Three months after the subsidiary had to completely stop selling tours, the…
Lufthansa lands twice daily with protective equipment from China
To do its part in addressing the covid-19 crisis, Lufthansa is currently operating two daily flights carrying protective equipment from China to Munich Airport with Airbus A350…
Are Chinese airlines planning to snap up Virgin Australia?
Vaughn Strawbridge, administrator in Deloitte Australia that is now handling the case of Virgin Australia, confirmed that there are over 10 parties interested in the troubled airline. But…
Thai VietJet plans new China route
Thai Vietjet will launch a new service linking Bangkok and Haikou in China by late October. The new service will feature in the carrier’s winter season plans for 2020/21 subject to…
Finnair to deepen cooperation with Juneyao Air
Finnair and Shanghai-based Juneyao Air have signed a Letter of Intent to deepen their cooperation between China and Europe subject to required regulatory approvals. The aim is to establish a…
British Airways flies vital medical supplies to Britain
A British Airways aircraft loaded with vital medical supplies from China came back to London Heathrow. The Boeing 777 was loaded with ventilators as well as personal protective equipment…
Airbus A350-1000 deployed in fight against COVID-19
Airbus continues to purchase and supply millions of face masks from China, the large majority of which will be donated to governments of the Airbus home countries, namely France,…
Airbus offers new face mask supplies to support Europe’s fight against COVID-19
Airbus has deployed a new air-bridge flight between Europe and China to deliver additional face mask supplies to France, Germany, Spain and UK health systems in support of the COVID-19…
AirBaltic carries face masks and respirators to Latvia
After a request from the National Health Service of Latvia, airBaltic performed a special cargo flight to and from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport in China, bringing 900,000 face…
Etihad Airways to move to Daxing Airport in June
Etihad Airways will move its operations in China to the state-of-the-art Beijing Daxing International Airport from June. The move will involve all flights to and from Abu Dhabi and…
COVID-19 sets back economic sustainability and connectivity of Asia-Pacific airports
Airports Council International (ACI) Asia-Pacific warns the prolonged duration of the COVID-19 outbreak will significantly set back the region’s airports from previously forecasted…
Yangon airport handled 6.5 million passengers in 2019
Yangon Aerodrome Company (YACL), the airport management company of Yangon International Airport (YIA), announced that the main aviation gateway of Myanmar closed 2019 with a record high…
COVID-19 cancels more than 200,000 flights to, from and within China
Over 200,000 flights have now been cancelled or proactively removed from schedules to, from and within China due to COVID-19 (coronavirus), according to Cirium.
The figure – which…
Changi Airport’s passenger traffic slips in February
Singapore Changi Airport’s latest data shows passenger movement dropped by 25% during the first half of February. Despite the first signs of the Covid-19 showing up in late January, the…
Korean Air provides masks for Wuhan residents
Korean Air is providing emergency relief supplies to residents of Wuhan, China, the epicentre of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
The South Korean flag carrier delivered…
THAI, Toyota Tsusho and Worldwide Logistics transport medical supplies to China
Thai Airways International (THAI) collaborated with Toyota Tsusho and Worldwide Logistics Services in Thailand to provide aid and support for Chinese from the recent outbreak of…
5 reasons why Air Italy went bankrupt
Below are the five reasons for the demise of Air Italy.
Air Italy bankruptcy: Airline suspends operations
Italy’s second-biggest airline Air Italy has suspended operations yesterday after its owners decided to liquidate the company.
Philippine Airlines ferries stranded passengers due to coronavirus
Philippine Airlines (PAL) made two special flights on its Manila-Xiamen route to ferry passengers stranded because of the travel ban imposed on China due to the coronavirus outbreak.
China turns to apps after closures and cancellations
As the feared coronavirus continues to spread at a rapid rate, China is slowly being walled off as governments and airlines are suspending travel to and from the country despite World Health…
Coronavirus: Trip.com chairman comments on outbreak
In the usually joyous Chinese New Year holiday season of 2020, anxiety was the mood as the novel coronavirus pneumonia epidemic spread across the nation. Wuhan and various surrounding cities…
Finnair suspends Nanjing and Beijing Daxing routes until March end
Due to the recent suspension of all group travel from China, Finnair will cancel its three weekly flights between Helsinki and Beijing Daxing International Airport between 5 February and…
US confirms five cases of deadly virus from China
As the fear of a new pandemic rise, the US has confirmed five new cases of the Coronavirus from China.
AirAsia has landed at Okinawa, Japan
AirAsia’s maiden flight to Okinawa, Japan landed at Naha Airport, marking the beginning of a unique low-cost passageway connecting the island with East Asia and Southeast Asia, providing…
China’s hotel markets remain strong amidst US trade war
Global analytics and benchmarking company STR has reported that China's hotel markets are projected to grow in 2020 despite a challenging macroeconomic environment.
AirAsia takes flight to Chengdu
Travellers flying out of Malaysia’s northern hub Penang can now enjoy another destination option as AirAsia launches new flights to Chengdu, the capital city of Sichuan Province, China.…
JAL signs new codeshare with Shanghai Airlines
Japan Airlines (JAL) has announced it's new codeshare agreement with Shanghai Airlines to expand the carrier`s international network in China. Reservations and ticket sales begin on January…
Mysterious viral illness in China sows fear in Asia
Airports in Asia are on heightened alert following the outbreak of a mysterious illness in Wuhan, China.
Vietjet welcomes two aircraft
Vietjet welcomed two new Airbus A321 aircraft at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, increasing the total number of its fleet to 80 aircraft. With this arrival on the last day of 2019,…
JW Marriott Sanya Haitang Bay debuts on China’s holiday island
JW Marriott has welcomed the opening of JW Marriott Sanya Haitang Bay, located on the Haitang Bay, China. The property marks the group's second resort on Hainan and eighteenth hotel in…
Visa-free entry to see 7% growth in tourist arrivals from India and China to Malaysia
In conjunction with the Visit Malaysia Year (VMY2020), Tourism Malaysia is looking at tourist arrivals from China and India to increase by about 7%. This was revealed by Musa Yusof,…
Bonanza 2020: Malaysia extends 15-day visa free travel for China and India
The Malaysian government has gazetted two orders permitting a 15-day visa exemption for tourists, particularly from China and India in conjunction with Visit Malaysia Year 2020.
For…
Happy travellers spend more money at airports
According to the research from Collinson, travellers are more likely to spend their hard-earned money at the airport if their experience is right. The international findings show that in…
Vietjet hat trick: Airlines adds three new services
Vietjet has announced the launch of three new services connecting Da Nang with Taipei, Singapore and Hong Kong.
The inaugural flights’ ceremonies were held on location, within the…
Thai hospitality comes to Shuangyue Bay in China
Thailand-based global hospitality company Dusit International, represented in China by Dusit Fudu Hotels and Resorts, has opened Dusit Thani Sandalwoods Resort Shuangyue Bay Huizhou,…
20 for 2020: Airbnb’s top destinations to visit next year
Looking ahead to travel planning for next year, Airbnb is forecasting a growing interest in lesser-known and eco-conscious destinations across the world.
BA becomes first international airline to serve new Beijing Daxing
British Airways (BA) became the first international carrier to operate into state-of-the-art Beijing Daxing airport which covers 18 square miles of land since it opened last month. The…
Iberia signs codeshare deal with Hainan Airlines
China and Spain are better connected by air now, owing to the recent codeshare agreement between Iberia and Hainan Airlines. Iberia customers can now fly direct from Madrid to Shenzhen…
Virgin Atlantic unveils plans for China Eastern joint venture
Virgin Atlantic has announced its intention to enter into a joint venture with China Eastern and Air France-KLM. The move is designed to provide customers with increased choice and…
RwandAir: We’re delighted by the initial response from customers
Confident and ambitious African airline RwandAir has declared that its new Kigali to Guangzhou service is performing better than it had expected.
The three times weekly service, which…
Tencent collaborates with YESMILANO to boost Milan tourism from China
Tencent, a leading provider of internet value added services in China, has announced its collaboration with YESMILANO, the official promotional agency of Milan, to launch a WeChat…
IndiGo receives Airbus’ 1000th A320neo
Airbus has delivered the 1,000th A320neo Family aircraft. The aircraft, an A321neo produced in Hamburg, Germany, was delivered to Indian airline IndiGo.
IndiGo is the world’s biggest…
China sees sharp increase in National Day travel
Transportation company headquartered in Beijing, Didi Chuxing, has released a summary of the travel data for the 2019 National Day holiday that commemorated the 70th anniversary of the…
Hong Kong protests cause collapse in visitors from mainland China
A study by ForwardKeys, the travel analytics firm, has revealed that the number of mainland Chinese visitors coming to Hong Kong by air has dropped by 53.3% from 1 July until 23…
West Air flies to Phuket
China’s West Air will launch its first service to Phuket from its home base of Chongqing. Starting from 22 November, the airline will offer a four-weekly service from Chongqing on…
Dusit continues China expansion with third hotel in Changzhou
The highly anticipated Dusit Thani Wujin Changzhou hotel has opened to the public in Changzhou, Jiangsu Province, offering 230 well-appointed guest rooms and suites. The third…
Travellanda bets big on China and LATAM
Travellanda, the wholesale travel company in the UK, has appointed two new sales and business development managers to help it expand into the Chinese and Latin American (LATAM) markets.…
Shenzhen airport sees jump in passenger traffic as Hong Kong declines
The Shenzhen airport in southern China reported significant rises in both passenger and cargo traffic, presenting a stark contrast to the airport in neighbouring Hong Kong. The disparity…
Krabi Airport to process 3,000 passengers per hour by 2022
Krabi Airport is to receive a brand new terminal, as part of a four-year plan, by Thailand’s Department of Airports’, top bolster the regional hub’s infrastructure and boost capacity…
IATA: Air freight demand dips for the ninth consecutive year
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released its data for the global air freight market, showing that demand, measured in freight tonne-kilometres (FTK), dipped by 3.2%…
Scoot to operate from terminal 1 at Changi Airport
Scoot will be operating from Singapore Changi Airport’s Terminal 1 (T1) from 22 October 2019. Currently operating from Terminal 2 (T2), the move seeks to facilitate Scoot’s growth in the…
Accor and Hainan Airlines unveil partnership to enrich members’ travel experiences
Accor and Hainan Airlines have announced a new partnership for members of their respective loyalty programmes, Le Club AccorHotels (LCAH) and Fortune Wings Club, with a range of benefits…
Korean Air reduces flights to Japan in bid to develop APAC and Chinese services
Korean Air has announced its plans to adjust the frequency of some routes, in consideration of decreasing demand of Japanese routes due to Korea-Japan tensions. At the same time, the…
China Eastern uses AI to improve experience
State-owned China Eastern Airlines is now using artificial intelligence (AI) to improve the customer experience, using the technology’s ability to handle huge amounts of data to tailor…
Turning 90: Fairmont Peace Hotel celebrates anniversary
Accor has announced a week’s worth of exciting events befitting the 90th anniversary of Fairmont Peace Hotel, a legendary property renowned throughout China. Over the decades, the hotel…
MAHB should prioritise critical issues over proposed KLIA-klia2 integration, says Air Asia
AirAsia has called on Malaysia Airports Holdings (MAHB) to prioritise more critical operational and passenger issues at klia2, rather than on plans to integrate the low-cost carrier hub…
MakeMyTrip narrows operating losses after growth across air, hotels and bus verticals
Online travel agency (OTA) MakeMyTrip (MMT) has narrowed its adjusted operating loss for the first quarter of 2020 by USD 3.6 million to USD 29.2 million. The India-based company…
China Eastern debuts world-first smart luggage tags
Shanghai-based carrier China Eastern Airlines has launched the world’s first battery-less electronic luggage tag.
“The battery-less luggage tag, which has been jointly developed by…
IndiGo to enter Vietnam, expand in China
After rapidly expanding its presence in Asia, Europe and the Middle East, IndiGo plans to add destinations such as Hanoi and Chengdu to its flight schedule from September quarter…
China’s WeChat enables in-flight mobile payment
China’s popular social media platform WeChat has made in-flight mobile payment possible by post-landing settlement. WeChat Pay has rolled out a pilot in-flight mobile payment service for…
China’s VariFlight poised for global expansion, partners with Amadeus
Travellers in China are used to frequent flight delays, leaving holidaymakers with disrupted itineraries and business travellers missing appointments with customers. Putting an end to…
Cebu Pacific connects with ‘China’s Silicon Valley’
Cebu Pacific has extended its network on mainland China with the launch of its direct commercial service between Shenzhen and Manila, responding to increased customer demand for leisure…
AirAsia’s training scholarship for MMA now open
Mixed martial arts (MMA) organisation UFC and AirAsia have announced the opening of the application process for this year’s AirAsia UFC training scholarship.
Now in its second year,…
European airline growth outperformed global air passenger growth
In global terms, Europe has outperformed all other regions, posting 7% growth in revenue per kilometre (RPK) in the first four months of the year compared to last year. This was revealed…
Chinaboo: A deeper look at Chinese tourism in SEA
Chinese tourists are ubiquitous across the globe. Anywhere you turn, Chinese is present; even in the most remote tourist area in Africa. It could almost be said that there is no tourist spot…
Accor Greater China celebrates diversity
Accor recently celebrated Diversity and Inclusion Week for the second consecutive year in Greater China. Through Diversity and Inclusion Week, Accor showcased the four pillars of its…
BA first international airline to shift Beijing operations to Daxing
British Airways has announced that, as of 27 October 2019, all direct connections between Heathrow and Beijing will touch tarmac at the Chinese capital’s new state-of-the-art Daxing airport.…
Global air traffic grows 4.5% during May, lower than 20-year average, says IATA
Despite a 4.5% growth in demand for air travel during May 2019 compared to the same month in 2018, it is well below the 20-year average surge rate of around 5.5%, according to the…
Etihad upgrades aircraft on key Asian routes
Etihad has added capacity to several of its key Asian routes, adding larger aircraft onto its flights to Chengdu, Seoul and Shanghai.
The carrier’s daily Abu Dhabi-Chengdu route has…
Dubai’s Novus, Vietjet USD 1.3 billion deal for 10 aircraft
Dubai-based aircraft lessor Novus Aviation Capital has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Vietjet Air for the financing and leasing of 10 aircraft over the next 18 months.…
Hainan Airlines to fly Chengdu–Chicago from September
As the Hainan-based carrier looks at increasing flights between China and the US, Hainan Airlines will launch a twice-weekly non-stop service between Chengdu and Chicago beginning on 16…
Meituan, Compass Hospitality pair up to lure Chinese tourists
China’s e-commerce platform for services Meituan and Bangkok-headquartered Compass Hospitality Hotel Group inked a strategic cooperation agreement that aims to provide convenient, safe…
Watch out for China Aviation and Tourism Forum this October in Beijing
Integrated marketing company specialized in the tourism industry, Travel Link, announced that AT@China, the first aviation and tourism forum in China will be held in Beijing on 24-25…
Hainan Airlines eyes foreign skies, aims to launch 40 international routes by 2022
By 2022, Hainan Airlines will launch more than 40 new international flights that depart from Hainan province. Hainan Airlines Holding, China's fourth-largest carrier and the largest…
Flynas Airbus deal to open global routes
Flynas, Saudi Arabia's low-cost airline, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Airbus for 10 A321XLR aircraft, the longest range variant of the A320. As part of the…
Jayride continues global expansion, now live in China
Jayride’s global rollout is now in its final stages with the company announcing it has launched transport services at more than 130 airports throughout China, Russia and six other…
New Airbus A321XLR will help airlines cut costs and fly further
Airbus has announced that new aircraft, the A321XLR, the latest addition to the company’s A321neo, is set to launch by 2023, enabling airlines to reduce costs on fuel but maintaining the…
Battling Yourself: OYO Rooms CEO Ritesh Agarwal on how to succeed in China
Within a span of 18 months, OYO is now the second largest hotel chain in China boasting 450,000 rooms in 10,000 OYO hotels present in 320 cities. The fast-growing hospitality start-up is…
Lucky Air launches flights from Pulkovo St. Petersburg Airport to Kunming
Lucky Air, the Chinese airline, started direct scheduled service between St. Petersburg, Russia and Kunming, China. Both the destination and the carrier are a new addition to the…
Enter the Dragon: IndiGo’s China Delhi-Chengdu route
IndiGo is set to start a daily non-stop flight on the Delhi-Chengdu route from September 15 onwards. While also operating to five other international destinations in Asia, this flight…
Flying start to 2019 for London’s major airports
Amidst all the fears around the impact of Brexit on passenger numbers in the UK, the country’s busiest airports have had a storming start to the year. Heathrow passenger numbers in May…
Scotland China Ready Tourism Conference unveils its China Champions
The second annual Scotland China Ready Tourism Conference is all ready to take off at Edinburgh’s Waldorf Astoria on 11 June, a serendipitous date which aligns with the one-year anniversary…
Inspired by the Orient: Royal Caribbean sails to China and Japan
Royal Caribbean International has announced new sailings to China and Japan, with two of its ships designed especially for excursions at the Orient.
Shanghai boon: Finnair joins forces with Juneyao Air
Finnair continued to ratchet up the reach of its China Network today when it announced it had begun its new Finnair codeshare cooperation with the Shanghai based carrier Juneyao Air.
As…
China Tourism Training programme launched to grasp Chinese travellers
The School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and the China Outbound Tourism Research Institute (COTRI) has joined hands to offer a new…
Top 5 airlines for adventurers
There's nothing quite like having your own gear with you when exploring new territory. New research from the team at Ann’s Cottage has revealed just what airlines you should choose if you…
Several flights cancelled as Philippine’s Clark Int’l Airport closes after 6.1 earthquake
Several domestic and international flights in Philippines’ Clark International Airport scheduled on Monday night, 22 April, and Tuesday, 23 April, were cancelled following the 6.1 magnitude…
5 reasons why the travel industry is always talking about China
The travel industry is obsessed with Chinese travellers trying to attract millions of travellers.
Aviation round up: Munich Airport gets radical with gnarly competition
This this week’s collection of aviation round up is mixed bag of new routes and announcements but, for the first time ever, it also features skateboarding…rad!
AirAsia sets to fly Kuala Lumpur-Quanzhou route
AirAsia has announced it is set to fly to Quanzhou in Fujian, China with a daily direct service from Kuala Lumpur commencing 1 May 2019.
Thai Airways resumes European flights
Thai Airways has released a statement that its services to Europe have been resumed after being suspended following the conflict between India and Pakistan -- which, according to the…
Singapore Airlines reassures passengers that they’re not spying on them
Singapore Airlines has reassured passengers that the tiny cameras attached to the in-flight entertainment system on some of its planes are deactivated.
Year of the big data: China installs facial recognition system in Beijing
In what seemed to be an episode from Black Mirror, passengers at the Beijing's high-speed railway station needed to pass through a machine before they board the train.
Travel tech this week: AirAsia’s AVA, CashlessSentosa, and more
This week, we saw how companies made use of technology to improve their services, making it convenient for their customers. AirAsia introduced its AI chatbot and Triptease announced…
Beyond the horizon: China World Hotel completes three-year renovation
China World Hotel, a landmark in China’s capital city, has unveiled 126 newly-refurbished rooms and suites, after a renovation that began in early 2016.
Air travel growth to pressure governments worldwide
Using booking transactions and other aviation data, ForwardKeys has published its latest report, stating that outbound air travel grew by 5.9% in 2018.
Travel tech this week: Google’s voice assistant for airlines and hotels and more
This week, we see airlines and airports investing in various technology to continuously improve travel experience. We also see road transportation companies take great strides to develop…
Hidden China: Uncovering secret spots with travel expert Amy Fabris-Shi
Air China has teamed up with travel expert and author Amy Fabris-Shi, who listed the top five places that Brits should put on their 2019 travel bucket list.
Dusit International’s steamy proposition in China’s ancient province
Thailand’s Dusit International has signed an agreement to manage a luxury hot springs resort in Yunnan Province, China.
A look back at my favourite airline stories of 2018
As 2018 draws to a close, here's a recap of my favourite aviation headlines of the year, including cabin-based yoga, 'Smart Tunnels' and the world’s longest flight.
The future of airports: Takeaways from Travel Forum in Hong Kong
The Airport Experience: Key to the Future of Travel Forum organised by Plaza Premium Group, on 21 November, 2018 at Hong Kong Maritime Museum brought together a panel of forward-thinking…