Thursday, January 30, 2025

Travel

NDC woes, high fares: what agents faced in 2024

The travel industry faced many challenges in 2024, as highlighted by a recent Travel News poll. From the complexities of NDC implementation to skyrocketing airfares,...

American Airlines worker killed on tarmac during crash at Charlotte International Airport

"Our deepest condolences go out to the employee's family, friends and colleagues during this difficult time," the airport released in a statement.An American Airlines...

US judge schedules Amex GBT-CWT merger trial for September

A US judge has set a trial date of 8 September following the DOJ's lawsuit to block American Express Global Business Travel's acquisition of...

Ceasefire prompts return of flights to Israel

With the ceasefire officially in place between Israel and Gaza, airlines are gradually resuming services to Israel. The first airlines to resume flights to Tel...

South Africans undeterred by Zanzibar insurance fee

South Africans continue to flock to Zanzibar, according to the island’s latest tourism statistics, despite a mandatory insurance fee that was put in place...

Last-minute scramble secures fuel for OR Tambo

Some 121,1 million litres of jet fuel have been secured for OR Tambo International Airport (JNB), following a potential shortage caused by the temporary...

The World’s Safest Airlines, 10 Unforgettable Dining Experiences And More Travel News

6 Luxurious Asian Escapes for Year of the Snake With the Lunar New Year arriving on January 29, why not welcome the Year of the...

Hip, hip, hooray for the Hilton Hampton!

Hampton by Hilton has come to Africa, and Sandton is first to see this iconic brand. The hotel held a fabulous, fun celebration on...

Good-bye economy class? Air travel – from ideal to ordeal

How did long-haul air travel shift from a prospect that had travellers fizzing with excitement, to having them filled with dread? Some consumers believe...

China’s Lunar New Year travel rush kicks into high gear with 9 billion trips expected

BEIJING -- China’s Lunar New Year travel rush has kicked into high gear, with billions of trips expected in coming days for the peak...

Fog Disrupts Travel and Daily Life Across Northern India | Headlines

On Friday, New Delhi experienced significant travel disruptions due to fog, leading to delays in flights and trains departing from...

Winners of the Irish Travel Industry Awards 2025 with Headline Sponsor, MSC Cruises

A glamorous affair with everyone looking their best, the evening at the Mansion House was filled with warmth and good cheer (despite Storm Eowyn’s...

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