American Airlines has begun welcoming customers to a new 14-gate regional concourse at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). The facility is designed to replace Gate 35X. The new concourse, constructed by the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) as part of a $1 billion initiative to transform...
This summer, American Airlines is giving customers more than 150 new opportunities to reconnect with friends and family as it continues to rebuild its network to match demand. “Throughout the pandemic, our trademark has been to build a schedule based on what customers tell us they...
New Zealand prime minister, Jacinda Ardern, has confirmed a two-way travel bubble will open with Australia later this month. Residents of both countries will be able to travel between the two without having to quarantine from April 19th. Since October, New Zealand-based travellers have been allowed to enter...
Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts and Emin Capital, a private equity investment company focused on hospitality and real estate, have confirmed plans for the hotel company to manage the former Hotel Formentor in Mallorca, Spain. Originally opened in 1929, the existing hotel will undergo extensive renovations...
Marking the debut of the brand in Japan, W Osaka will redefine the local hotel scene with a spirited spin on luxury. “Osaka’s mix of culture and bold, high-energy lifestyle makes it the ideal setting for the debut of W Hotels in Japan,” said Rajeev Menon,...
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has announced its plan to prepare for the recovery of tourism and the resumption of international travel. The strategic plan outlines the division of an HK$1.138 billion (£127 million) budget for the next financial year, which has been split into...
The Maldives has continued to see a recovery in its tourism sector, with 147,744 tourist arrivals recorded between the start of the year and February 17th. For comparison, the destination recorded 177,140 visitors in January last year. At present, the top source market for tourist arrivals is...
JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai Fengxian has opened, becoming the fiftieth Marriott International hotel to open in the city. Located on Hangzhou Bay in the Fengxian seaside district, just an hour’s drive south of metropolitan Shanghai, the new hotel promises to be a sophisticated and luxurious. “We are...
The Israel ministry of tourism has prepared a plan for bringing back tourists by the middle of 2021. The plan includes adaptation to the Covid-19 era in all areas covered by the activities of the ministry, including marketing, infrastructure and the tourist experience. Last year began with...
Amazon has bought its first fleet of aircraft, as the technology giant expands its growing air freight network. The company purchased 11 Boeing 767-300 planes from airlines Delta and WestJet. Previously, Amazon had relied on leased aircraft to fulfil its logistical needs. A statement explained the new planes...