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Saudia launches its seasonal flights from Jeddah to Vienna
View of Vienna from the roof of St. Stephen's Cathedral, Vienna, Austria Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has inaugurated its seasonal flight to Vienna, the capital of Austria, departing from Jeddah. This new route is part of Saudia's commitment to enhancing its presence in Europe and providing more options for guests while bringing the world to the Kingdom. The inaugural flight SV151 departed from King Abdulaziz International Airport at 10:00 AM and arrived at Vienna International Airport at 2:25 PM local time. The airline is dedicated to delivering exceptional travel experiences, streamlining procedures, and ensuring guests enjoy every aspect of their journey. The Jeddah-Vienna route will operate three flights weekly on Airbus A320 aircraft. This new destination is an addition to Saudia's network of over 100 destinations across four continents, supporting national efforts to grow tourism, entertainment, sports, and religious travel, including Hajj and Umrah. Further strengthening connectivity, Saudia will introduce flights from flights from King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh to Vienna starting June 2025. Flight No. Dates Frequency Departure Airport Departure Time Arrival Airport Arrival Time SV 0151 1-Apr-25 6-Sep-25 Tuesday Thursday Saturday JED 10:00 VIE 14:25 SV 0150 1-Apr-25 6-Sep-25 Tuesday Thursday Saturday VIE 15:45 JED 21:50
Saudia charts new paths: 10 fresh routes to Vienna, Venice, Bali, Athens & Nice in 2025
Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has announced a major expansion of its international network, adding over ten new destinations for 2025. The new routes include Vienna (Austria), Venice (Italy), Larnaca (Cyprus), Athens and Heraklion (Greece), Nice (France), Malaga (Spain), Bali (Indonesia), Antalya (Turkey), El Alamein (Egypt), and Salalah (Oman), further increasing Saudia’s global footprint. The expansion comes amid growing international travel demand, with Saudia recording a 16% increase in international passenger numbers last year. The new routes are part of the airline’s strategy to strengthen connectivity between Saudi Arabia and key global markets. Talking about the new expansion, H.E. Engr. Ibrahim Al-Omar, Director General of Saudia Group, stated: "Following a year of strong operational growth, our expansion plan for 2025 is focused on meeting increased travel demand while enhancing connectivity. Each new destination has been identified through detailed market analysis to align with passenger needs and support Saudi Arabia’s tourism and economic objectives." Saudia currently operates a fleet of 147 Boeing and Airbus aircraft, with plans to add 118 new aircraft in the coming years to support its growth strategy. The airline operates over 530 flights per day, providing increased global connectivity and reinforcing its role as a key player in the region’s aviation sector.
Vienna’s tourism sector witnessed 18.9 million Bednights in 2024
Schonbrunn palace and gardens in Vienna, Austria Vienna’s tourism sector reported its strongest ever performance in 2024, with 18.9 million bednights (up 9% on 2023) and record revenue from overnight stays. Events in Vienna in 2025 will be all about the 200th anniversary of the birth of the Waltz King, Johann Strauss. At the same time, the capital will be shining a light on numerous neighbourhoods outside the city centre. “2024 was the most successful year for city tourism in Vienna since records began,” confirmed Vienna Tourist Board CEO Norbert Kettner. The city reported 18,865,000 visitor overnight stays – up 9% on 2023 and more than the previous record set in 2019. Revenue from overnight stays grew by a quarter more than total bednights, which led to a first: “Vienna’s accommodation providers were already on the brink of a new revenue record by the end of November,” Kettner explained. Reaching EUR 1.2 billion for January to November – the months for which final totals were available – this represented a 12% increase on the same period in 2023. “In a challenging global economic environment, Vienna’s city tourism sector has proved to be a driver of value-added, creating year-round jobs directly in the location,” Kettner said. Around 82% of Overnight Stays accounted for by visitors from abroad with 798,000 Bednights from the UK. Germany (3,462,000 overnight stays, up 4% on 2023) accounted for the largest share of bednights, followed by Austria (3,353,000, up 6%) and the USA (1,224,000, up 17%). “In terms of revenue from overnight stays, the USA took the top spot in the five-star hotel category," Kettner revealed. European countries put in a strong showing in terms of bednights, with places four to ten occupied by Italy (1,035,000 overnights, up 14%), the United Kingdom (798,000, up 17%), Spain (618,000, up 11%), France (531,000, up 9%), Poland (484,000, up 10%), Switzerland (416,000, up 7%) and Romania (373,000, up 5%). Previously strong markets such as China (300,000, up 79%) and Japan (163,000, up 45%) are still below their pre-pandemic level. Even so, China has already made its way back into the top ten markets in terms of revenue from overnight stays. 60% of beds in Four and Five Star Category accommodations Vienna currently has 433 hotels. In total, they have around 40,900 rooms with 81,800 beds. Around two thirds of the city's hotel beds are in the four and five star categories. As a result, Vienna is ideally equipped for all of its upcoming major events, which in 2025 include six large-scale congresses, each set to attract more than 10,000 participants. This year, the capital is expecting to host more than 50 congresses and company meetings with over 1,000 participants each. 2025 Theme Year: King of Waltz. Queen of Music. As part of the "King of Waltz. Queen of Music.” theme year, visitors to Vienna can look forward to a major cultural treat to mark Waltz King Johann Strauss II’s 200th birthday: 65 productions at 69 locations across the city. All of the highlights are listed online at strauss.vienna.info. Mini-documentary Space Anthem (spaceanthem.vienna.info) asks why Strauss’s iconic Danube Waltz – omnipresent in popular culture as the anthem of space – did not leave Earth with the Voyager Golden Record in 1977. From “Before Sunrise” to “Vintage Shopping”: 30 walks throughout Vienna Vienna is also giving the districts beyond the city centre their time to shine: under the banner of Heartbeat Streets, the spotlight will be on 16 local neighbourhoods (including five new ones in the course of 2025). And visitors will be given an opportunity to experience Vienna's diversity thanks to a soon-to-be 30-strong selection of guided city walks in the ivie City Guide App: covering everything from impressive women to arts and crafts and even a walk dedicated to the movie Before Sunrise (which is turning 30 this year), there is plenty of variety.
Scoot launches direct flights to Vienna and Iloilo City
Singapore Airlines’ low-cost carrier Scoot announced the launch of direct flight services to Vienna in Austria and Iloilo City in the Philippines today, 17th January. The new routes provide travellers accessibility to even more destinations at great value. Thrice-weekly flights to Vienna will begin on 3 June aboard the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, which has the capacity for 329 passengers in two cabin classes. Flights to Iloilo City, on the other hand, will commence on 14 April on the 112-seater Embraer E190-E2 aircraft at an initial frequency of twice weekly, progressively increasing to four times weekly from June 2025. Scoot CEO Leslie Thng said, “We remain committed to expanding our network and connecting travellers to new destinations around the world at a great value. As the only airline offering direct flights between Singapore and Vienna, we are thrilled to introduce this new service from June, just in time for the holidays. With the launch of direct flights to Iloilo City, we also hope to inspire our customers to explore more cities within South East Asia and embark on new travel experiences.” Into the city of music Vienna, which is dubbed the City of Music, is famous as the birthplace of classical music legends like Mozart and Strauss, making it a dream destination for cultural enthusiasts. The city enchants travellers with its majestic architectural charm, rich heritage and timeless artistic allure. Its central location makes it an excellent gateway to explore Eastern Europe and an ideal starting point for multi-city European adventures on scenic road trips. Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, is just 50 kilometres away from Vienna Airport, while Budapest, Hungary and major cities in Czechia, Croatia, and Slovenia are all within a three-hour drive. The heart of an archipelago Nestled in the heart of the Philippine archipelago, Iloilo City is a lively haven known for its stunning Spanish-era churches. It is also the home of one of the largest religious festivals in the Philippines, the Dinagyang Festival held every January. This bustling city offers a perfect mix of cultural charm and hidden gems waiting to be discovered, making it an attractive escapade for a quick recharge.
Almanac Palais Vienna presents ‘Night At The Ball’ experience
With 2025 set to be a big year for nostalgic travel – slower, more immersive, authentic experiences of yesteryear – the Vienna ball season offers the ultimate in old-school glamour and charm. Almanac Palais Vienna’s A Night At The Ball is the city’s first Ball Season hotel experience, offering unprecedented access into one of Austria’s most traditional pastimes during the months of January and February. Whether you’re inspired by a 1950s Audrey Hepburn or Deborah Kerr in War & Peace or the King & I, or if the heady romance of The Princess Diaries or Bridgerton is more your beat, the Viennese ball season speaks to the romantic in everyone. Every year the city hosts over 400 balls across four months: a staggering 2,000 hours of dancing, complete with all the elegant trimmings of 19th Century fine living. This winter, the romance of Vienna Ball Season is brought to life in perfect detail by the beautiful grand Almanac Palais Vienna: an impressive property that, fittingly, spans two adjacent Viennese palaces, the former Palais Henckel von Donnersmarkt and the Palais Leitenberger. A Night At The Ball has been curated specially for this year in celebration of the 200th anniversary of Strauss – whose ethereal compositions still play at many of today’s balls - and includes: A two-night stay in Almanac Palais Vienna’s Duplex Park Suite offering views of the Stadtpark, with breakfast in bed and a late check-out A private classical dance class for two in the hotel’s Heritage Rooms: the perfect dress rehearsal. These opulent state rooms - once used by the noble Leitenberger family – have been meticulously restored to retain their original features and still have a genuine fin de siècle feel A stunning gown by Viennese designer Juergen Christian Hoerl to wear at the Ball A pre-ball dinner at Donnersmarkt restaurant, which offers a modern and creative take on Austrian Alpine-inspired 'plant-forward' cuisine After-dinner drinks at Donnersmarkt bar A bespoke on-property photoshoot to capture the occasion A traditional horse and carriage ride to the Ball Two tickets to one of Vienna’s most coveted Balls Unlimited use of Almanac Palais Vienna’s authentic Austrian spa, which comes complete with swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna, steam room gym and treatment rooms Almanac Palais Vienna’s Night At The Ball experience offers the ultimate nostalgic wintery getaway to the fairytale city of Vienna. The Almanac Palais Vienna Night At The Ball package is valid throughout the Jan / Feb Vienna ball season and costs €3,950 (excluding the dress and/or tailcoat by Juergen Christian Hoerl and tickets to the ball) based on two sharing. The Almanac Palais Vienna opened on 15th March 2023 and has 111 rooms (80 of which are suites). The Almanac Palais Vienna is part of the European-wide Almanac Hotel portfolio. Other hotel properties include Almanac Barcelona and Almanac X Alcron Prague, which – for those who prefer flight-free travel – is just a four-hour train ride from Vienna.
Emirates to Launch Retrofitted Boeing 777 on Vienna Route
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has announced plans to deploy its retrofitted Boeing 777 on flights EK125/126 between Dubai and Vienna starting from 3 January 2025. This will make Vienna the fourth city in the airline’s European network to receive its enhanced, four-class Boeing 777 aircraft. Emirates’ flight EK125 departs from Dubai at 15:40hrs and arrives in Vienna at 18:50hrs. The return flight EK126 departs from Vienna at 21:45hrs and arrives in Dubai at 6:25hrs the following day. Tickets can be booked on emirates.com, the Emirates App, or via both online and offline travel agents, as well as at Emirates retail stores. Enhanced Travel Experience with Retrofitted Boeing 777 With the introduction of the retrofitted Boeing 777 on flights to Vienna, Emirates will offer its best-in-class products, including award-winning Premium Economy, refreshed interiors, and enhanced cabins across all classes. The four-class Boeing 777 features: 8 First Class suites 40 Business Class seats in a 1-2-1 configuration 24 Premium Economy seats 256 ergonomically designed Economy seats The Premium Economy seats are arranged in a 2-4-2 layout with 6-way adjustable headrests, providing added comfort and space for both business and leisure travellers. The new Business Class on the Boeing 777 is inspired by Emirates’ iconic A380 experience, featuring soft leather cream seats with champagne trim, lighter wood panelling, a mini-bar, and other technological touches for an elegant and engaging experience. Each seat converts to a spacious flatbed, reclines up to 78.6 inches, and includes a 23-inch HD screen, one of the largest in the skies, for the ultimate in-flight entertainment. Emirates’ Largest Fleet Retrofit Project As part of its largest fleet retrofit project, Emirates has rolled out 10 upgraded Boeing 777 aircraft into service, currently flying to destinations such as Geneva, Zurich, Brussels, Haneda, Riyadh, Kuwait, Dammam, and Chicago. For more information on the new Emirates Boeing 777, visit Emirates’ website. Two Decades of Commitment to Austria Emirates currently serves Austria with two daily flights operated by a mix of Boeing 777s and A380s, offering over 1,000 daily seats between Dubai and Vienna. The airline recently celebrated 20 years of operations in Austria, having launched its services to Vienna in 2004. Over these years, Emirates has carried more than 5 million passengers on over 20,500 flights between Vienna and Dubai and beyond across its global network. The airline’s longstanding commitment to Austria is further solidified through its ongoing cabin crew and recruitment campaigns, ensuring the best Austrian talent supports its global operations. Emirates is also a vital contributor to Austria’s exports and imports, having transported nearly 250,000 tonnes of freight to and from Vienna in the last 10 years. With these new enhancements, Emirates continues to elevate the travel experience for its passengers, ensuring comfort, luxury, and seamless connectivity on their journeys.
Air Arabia launches new route connecting Sharjah and Vienna from 20th Dec 2024
Air Arabia has announced the launch of its newest route connecting Sharjah and Vienna, the capital of Austria. Commencing operations on December 20th, 2024, the new service will operate with a frequency of 4 non-stop weekly flights, providing travellers with a direct and efficient connection between the two vibrant cities. Schedule from and to Vienna, effective December 20, 2024 (all times local): Flight Departure Time Arrival Time Aircraft Frequency G9 970 Sharjah 08:00 Vienna 11:25 Airbus A320 Monday/Friday G9 971 Vienna 12:15 Sharjah 20:50 Airbus A320 Monday/Friday G9 970 Sharjah 18:00 Vienna 21:25 Airbus A320 Wednesday/Saturday G9 971 Vienna 22:25 Sharjah 07:00 Airbus A320 Wednesday/Saturday Adel Al Ali, Group Chief Executive Officer, Air Arabia, said: " The addition of Vienna to Air Arabia’s expanding European network, not only strengthens the airline’s commitment to providing affordable travel globally but also opens exciting opportunities for both leisure and business travellers. This newly introduced route reflects our ongoing commitment to offering travellers with diverse and compelling destinations and we look forward to welcoming our passengers onboard to explore the historic and dynamic city of Vienna." Air Arabia operates a fleet of Airbus A320 and A321 neo-LR aircraft, the most modern and best-selling single aisle aircraft in the world. The cabin configuration across the fleet provides added comfort with one of the most generous seat-pitch compared to any economy cabin. The aircraft is equipped with ‘SkyTime’, a free in-flight streaming service that allows passengers to access a wide selection of entertainment directly to their devices. Customers can also enjoy a variety of delicacies between snacks, meals, and sandwiches from the on-board ‘SkyCafe’ menu at affordable prices. Customers can now book their direct flights from Sharjah to Vienna by visiting Air Arabia’s website, calling the call center, or through travel agencies.
Air Arabia launches new flights to Vienna
Air Arabia announced the launch of its newest route connecting Sharjah and Vienna, the capital of Austria. Commencing operations on December 20, 2024, the new service will operate with a frequency of 4 non-stop weekly flights, providing travelers with a direct and efficient connection between the two vibrant cities. Adel Al Ali, Group Chief Executive Officer, Air Arabia, said, ” The addition of Vienna to Air Arabia’s expanding European network, not only strengthens the airline’s commitment to providing affordable travel globally but also opens exciting opportunities for both leisure and business travellers. This newly introduced route reflects our ongoing commitment to offering travellers with diverse and compelling destinations and we look forward to welcoming our passengers onboard to explore the historic and dynamic city of Vienna.”
Bob W exchanges contracts for 2,000 sq m aparthotel in Vienna as operator makes Austrian market debut
Bob W, the tech-powered hospitality provider, has exchanged contracts to launch a 67-unit serviced apartment building in Vienna, marking its first opening in Austria. The operator has signed a long-term lease agreement with Viennese developer Peter Pilz & Partner Projektentwicklungs GmbH for a 2,000 sq m building, located in the Austrian capital’s historic Heiligenstädter Straße. The aparthotel will be the first Bob W to open in the country and brings the total number of European cities in which it operates to 18. Construction has already started and the property is scheduled to welcome its first guests in 2025. Conveniently located for guests to explore Vienna, the new Bob W property provides excellent public transport links to the rest of the city, including the many historic and cultural attractions and business districts. Opposite a new 30,000 sq m life science hub currently under development, the property is situated in a corporate centre comprising 170,000 sqm of office space serving over 11,000 employees. It is also neighboured by one of Austria’s largest health clinics and two university campuses. Niko Karstikko, Co-founder of Bob W, said:"Our expansion into Austria marks a significant milestone for the company. With a booming tourism industry and a dynamic business scene, Vienna is one of the most vibrant and promising markets in Europe, complementing our existing presence in the region. “Our serviced apartments will provide flexible, sustainable, tech-led accommodation to tourists, digital nomads and business travellers who are looking for the reliability of a hotel and the amenities and comfort of a real home. “We look forward to welcoming our first guests in Vienna as we continue to acquire, expand, and identify suitable assets across Europe for new Bob W locations.” Peter Pilz, Operation & Commercial Manager at Peter Pilz & Partner Projektentwicklungs GmbH said: “Bob W is setting new standards for innovation and modernity in the hospitality sector which will redefine excellence for us as landlords. The company’s relentless pursuit of exceptional guest experiences, combined with a deep understanding of the ever-evolving industry landscape, positions them as a pioneer in shaping the future of hospitality. We are delighted to collaborate with Bob W.” As one of Europe’s best-ranked international hospitality providers, Bob W currently has a Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 77, and an average guest rating of 4.7 out of five stars. Backed by apps that provide a seamless digital front desk and robust customer service, guests can easily select super-early check-ins or late check-outs based on live availability and have access to the mainly chat-based perfect host ‘Bob W’ for recommendations and local tips. The operator’s ‘marketplace’ also connects guests to local breakfast spots, gyms, facilities, and a host of digital products to ensure a truly local experience. Bob W was advised by Wolf Theiss in establishing its Austrian entity and finalising the lease agreement. CBRE facilitated the real estate transaction between Peter Pilz & Partner Projektentwicklungs GmbH and Bob W.
Austrian Airlines increase frequencies between Bangkok to Vienna
As the flag carrier of Austria, Austrian Airlines is known for its high level of service and hospitality. Austrian operates a modern fleet of aircraft, including the Airbus A320 family, Boeing 767, and Boeing 777 aircraft, ensuring a safe and reliable travel experience for passengers. Known for its quality onboard catering, Austrian Airlines offers a selection of meals inspired by Austrian cuisine and international flavors. Passengers can enjoy complimentary meals and beverages, including Austrian wines and beers. As one of the most punctual airlines Europe, Austrian Airline is recognized as the preferred choice for travelers flying to and from Austria. According to Brendan Shashoua, Lufthansa Group Senior Director Sales – Southeast Asia and the Pacific: “Since 1988 Austrian Airlines has been connecting Vienna, the capital of Austria, with the Thai metropolis of Bangkok. Thailand is an incredibly attractive destination for Europeans, and we are responding to strong demand by increasing our weekly frequencies from Vienna from 7 to 13 flights. Last year we introduced the A380 – the world’s largest passenger aircraft – on flights from Bangkok to Munich and this latest news from Austrian Airlines reflects our strong commitment to the Thai market. Thanks to this investment, Thai passengers now have more choice and more options when choosing to travel to Europe with Lufthansa Group.” Thailand and Austria have had diplomatic relations for more than a century and the two nations have been connected by the national airline of Austria for more than 35 years. Austrian Airlines, a member of both Star Alliance and Lufthansa Group, connects the world with Austria via its hub in Vienna. Due to increased demand and a strong commitment to the Asia Pacific region, Austrian Airlines is pleased to announce this significant increase in capacity on the Bangkok-Vienna service.
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