Germany
Aero Dili joins Hahnair’s network of X1-Air partners
Hahnair announces the addition of Aero Dili to its portfolio comprising over 350 partner airlines.
Travelex extends 31-year partnership with Frankfurt Airport
Travelex has signed a new six-year contract extension with Fraport, the operator of Frankfurt Airport, further extending a 31-year partnership between the leading foreign exchange company and Germany’s busiest airport.
a&o Heidelberg: Europe’s largest hostel group expands in Germany
After opening new hostels in Brighton (August 2024), Antwerp (October 2024), and Brussels (December 2024), a&o Hostels, Europe’s largest hostel chain, is expanding further with the acquisition of a&o Heidelberg.
Lufthansa unveils modern new lounge at London Heathrow Airport
On 21 January 2025, Lufthansa will re-open its new and improved passenger lounge at London Heathrow Airport. Located in Terminal 2, South Level, Level 5,
VIVA Cruises christens its new vessel VIVA ENJOY
River cruise line VIVA Cruises christened its newest ship, the VIVA ENJOY, at its home port of Düsseldorf on Tuesday, 14th January.
Vietnam Airlines poised for global expansion in 2025
Vietnam Airlines is set to expand its global reach this year, launching flights to Europe, North America, and Asia.
Germany launches online portal for visa applications
The new digital platform aims to help people looking to work, study or join family in Germany, and is available to applicants from all over the world.
Macau gears up for its return to ITB Berlin
Through its tourism officials, Macau is slated to make a stunning comeback at this year’s ITB Berlin from 4th to 6th March.
Germany to roll out Digital Schengen visas for Indians by 2nd quarter 2025
Germany will be rolling out Digital Schengen visas for Indian nationals by the second quarter of 2025, said its Chennai-based Consul General Michaela Küchler.
Germany and Italy to issue more Work Visas for Foreign Workers in 2025
As the European countries are increasingly dealing with labour shortages, two countries have enhanced their efforts to address this issue.
Lufthansa Group purchases additional latest-generation long-haul aircraft
The Lufthansa Group is purchasing additional Airbus long-haul aircraft, increasing its firm orders for A350-1000 aircraft from ten to 15.
Susan Calman explores Germany’s Christmas Markets with APT Travelmarvel
Cruising with Susan Calman, the much-loved Channel 5 show, is back for a special festive episode, which sees the presenter and comedian sail Germany’s Rhine and Main rivers aboard APT Travelmarvel’s Contemporary Ship, Vega.
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.
Hahnair launches Advent Calendar
Running from December 1st to December 24th, this festive activity offers 24 days of exciting prizes, open exclusively to travel consultants.
Lufthansa Green Fares to be available worldwide from 4 December
The Lufthansa Group is expanding its successful tariff for more sustainable flying to long-haul flights and thus to its global route network.
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