Flights
Brussels Airlines starts new service to Ljubljana
Starting 19 November, Brussels Airlines will offer a new direct service between the European Capital and Slovenia. Flying to and from Ljubljana Brussels Airlines will link the two capitals 6 times a week. In this way Brussels Airlines opens the welcome to Slovenia’s EU presidency starting in January 2008.
Dublin Airport enhances customer service
VeCommerce, a leading supplier of voice self-service and speaker verification solutions has been selected by Dublin Airport Authority (DAA) to supply a fully automated speech based flight information system. The system is fully integrated with the airport’s existing call centre and back office systems and manages simple enquires such as flight arrivals and departures, therefore freeing up customer service staff to handle more complex enquiries.
Free accommodation for Emirates’ Newcastle passengers
Emirates' latest UK destination has just become even more attractive after the airline launched an enticing offer for complimentary hotel accommodation for its passengers travelling to Newcastle.
Emirates flies the world to Brazil
Emirates, the international Dubai-based airline, made history today when EK261 took off from Dubai International Airport en-route to Sao Paulo, Brazil; representing the first ever non-stop flight between the Middle East and South America.
Demand soars for flyMonarch.com’s award winning service
Its celebrations all round at low fares airline, flyMonarch.com, after the airline was once again voted Leisure Airline of the Year for a second consecutive year in prestigious travel industry awards and also carried almost 24% more scheduled passengers in September 2007 than the same month last year.
Spanair incorporates AeBal Boeing 717 on Gerona - Madrid route
From the 1st of October, Spanair will incorporate a latest design AeBal B-717 aircraft on its Gerona-Madrid route, with the aim of ensuring operative efficiency, optimum punctuality and reliability standards on its flights to and from the Catalan city.
Scandinavian Airlines enhances long-haul business class
SAS Scandinavian Airlines has enhanced its long-haul Business class with a number of innovations to ensure even simpler and more hassle free traveling. New features include the introduction of a unique last-minute Business class fare, a new comfort kit, upgraded audio/video-on-demand and a "breakfast on the go" concept.
SWISS opens new online shop
The Miles & More frequent flyer programme is getting even better: from October 1, SWISS customers will be able to redeem their miles for attractive products online in the new SWISS SHOP. The products offered include a wide range of items from top Swiss manufacturers and international brands. They also include the four different lines of the new SWISS travel baggage range, which is available exclusively at the SWISS SHOP.
TAP offers check-in online from Luanda
The check-in online option is now offered by TAP on flights from Luanda for passengers with electronic tickets, and can be performed between 24 and 5 hours prior to flight departure time. Passengers using check-in online should hand in their baggage at the Executive Class desk up to 90 minutes before departure.
Star Alliance awarded best for “Business Traveller”
The “Business Traveller” awards are recognized in the world of aviation as a distinction of excellence in the sector and comprise 46 categories ranging from airline companies to the hotel industry and rent-a-car firms to renowned brands of travel articles.
TAP extends online check-in to Stockholm & Copenhagen
TAP check-in online is already available to passengers on company flights to Stockholm and Copenhagen airports. This option is now available for departures from Continental Portugal, Madeira*, The Azores*, Madrid, Barcelona, Paris, Brussels Amsterdam, London, Rome, Milan, Venice, Bologna, Oslo, Luanda and now Stockholm and Copenhagen to the entire TAP network (except for the USA).
United Airlines secures new San Francisco to China route
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) awarded a new direct route to China to United Airlines, making it the first U.S. carrier to offer daily, nonstop service between San Francisco and Guangzhou. After reviewing United’s proposal that demonstrated passenger demand and nationwide economic benefit, DOT selected United's proposed route after several weeks of deliberation.
Willkomen to Frankfurt on United Airlines
United Airlines today announced that it will offer new daily passenger and cargo service* between Los Angeles and Frankfurt. United will begin service to Frankfurt on December 15, 2007 and service from Frankfurt on December 16, 2007. Flights are open for sale now.
United Airlines customers relax with Starbucks
United Airlines customers can continue to sip and enjoy Starbucks coffee under a recently signed agreement between the two worldwide brands. United is a major U.S. carrier that exclusively serves Starbucks coffee.
Green light for aircraft orders
British Airways has placed an order for 12 Airbus A380 and 24 Boeing 787 aircraft with options for a further seven Airbus A380s and18 Boeing 787s. Both aircraft types will be powered by Rolls-Royce engines. The new aircraft will replace 34 of the airline's longhaul fleet and will be delivered between 2010 and 2014.