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Global Travel Media Exclusive: Global tourism leader speaks with John Alwyn-Jones about the future of tourism

It is very rare that one has the opportunity to chat with someone that has had such a significant influence on global tourism, in this case through his role as Secretary-General of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation [UMWTO], arguably …

Channel 9 report says Carnival claims Ruby Princess passengers who caught COVID-19 knew the risks

A Channel 9News report says that Ruby Princess passengers involved in a class action against parent company Carnival were left shocked by the defense provided by Carnival, that Ruby Princess passengers who caught COVID-19 knew the risks, with 71-year-old Jennifer …

Large Aussie cruise lines reject hiring Aussies for hospitality roles

In a report in Cruise Passenger, Editor, Peter Lynch is very much echoing the position Global Travel Media has taken in expressing its frustration and that of the travel industry and cruise the sector, with the Federal and State …

Last Week to get your entries in for the HUAWEI FreeLace Pro Competition

Your chance to win one of these spectacular stylish HUAWEI FreeLace Pro noise-canceling wireless earphones. …

Heathrow Could Dedicate an Entire Terminal for ‘Red List’ Arrival

Heathrow Airport is said to be in talks with the British government to transform an entire terminal into a specialist facility that will only handle passengers arriving from COVID-19 high-risk ‘Red List’ countries. The airport has four terminals but only …

Aviation News

American Airlines Customers Can Now Choose Convenient Vaccine Verification Option in VeriFLY

As more countries and destinations move to require proof of a coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccination for travelers, American Airlines is working with mobile health partner Daon and its app VeriFLY to help customers verify they are vaccinated and ready to fly before they even step foot in an airport.

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Latest News under Category: Aviation

• Cathay Pacific commits to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050

• Recaro Aircraft Seating integrates SL3710 and BL3710 into hybrid layout on TAP Air Portugal’s new Airbus fleet

• Pre-travel testing does catch those who have Covid-19 before they fly and travellers are happy to pay for tests, if they’re affordable, according to Oxford study of American Airlines, British Airways, and Oneworld trial

• Tourism to Iceland increases as Delta begins a new nonstop flight from Boston

Appointment News

oneworld names Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker as Governing Board Chairman

The Governing Board of the oneworld® Alliance has appointed Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker as Chairman. … Continue Reading

Latest News under Category: Appointments / Movers & Shakers

• Anantara Rasananda Koh Phangan Villas Welcomes Executive Chef Lucas Leonardi Varin

• Seasoned hospitality and fine dining expert Philipp Reutener joins Swan Hellenic as Hotel Director

• Delta announces Dan Janki as new E.V.P. and Chief Financial Officer

• Supervisory Board appoints Aletta von Massenbach as CEO

Hotel Opening News

Capella Hanoi Opens Its Doors, Reviving The Vibrant Spirit Of The Roaring 1920s In The Capital’s Old Quarter

Capella Hanoi has officially opened its doors, ushering in a new era of art and elegance in the heart of Vietnam’s vibrant capital city. … Continue Reading

Latest News under Category: Hotel Openings

• Kalesma Mykonos opens today! May 20, 2021

• Grand Swiss-Belhotel Waterfront Seef Opens its Doors in the Heart of Bahrain

• The Langham, Boston Now Accepting Reservations

• St. Regis Hotels & Resorts Makes Glamorous Debut on Dubai’s Iconic Palm Jumeirah Island