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Mumbai International Airport initiates a joyflight for cancer patients

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27 young cancer patients were treated to a special flight from Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA).

Philippines tourism market to reach USD10.8 Bn in 2022: FMI

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A market analysis by Future Market Insights (FMI) states that the global Philippines tourism market is poised to reach a valuation of USD 10.8 Bn in 2022.

UK travel sales up, despite disruption

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Data from global affiliate marketing platform, Awin states that the UK travel bookings are still on the rise despite airport staff shortages and flight disruptions

Emirates to retrofit and upgrade interior cabins

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Emirates to upgrade the entire interior cabins of 120 Airbus A380 and Boeing 777 aircraft. The project, representing a multi-billion dollar investment to ensure Emirates’ customers “fly better” for the coming years, officially commences in November and is managed entirely by Emirates’ Engineering team.

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