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Thursday, August 05, 2021

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Qantas Sells Old Business Class Seats

Were you a Qantas frequent Business class flyer and aficionado? Stretching out on an A380 business class Skybed must rank as one of the highlights of a long-haul flight.

So, do you miss it and fancy reviving the experience anytime you want? … Continue Reading

Royal Caribbean announces the new Australian domestic summer season starting 13 December 2021, but cancels other overseas cruises.

With the Prime Minister has just announced his phased plans to return to travelling which also affects cruising, but with no mention of cruising, Royal Caribbean International says that as international travel restrictions remain in place, it is hopeful that a pathway will soon be established to resume cruising locally, by announcing a new season of Australian domestic sailings onboard Ovation of the Seas. … Continue Reading

The study says that Australia needs 80% vaccinated, but where does that leave to travel, tourism, and also cruising?

Last Thursday, a few days before the Prime Minister and the National Cabinet announced their plan for the future, saw the release of a report by the Grattan Institute, which effectively condemns Australia for not being able to abandon its zero Covid strategy and open, until 80% of the population is vaccinated, … Continue Reading

Back to the Future? Airline Sector Poised to Change Post-COVID-19

As they look beyond the pandemic, airlines need to grapple with five new realities—and devise strategies to adapt. … Continue Reading

Scott Morrison Announces Target to COVID-19 Freedom

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced that a national COVID-19 vaccination target of 80% will be required for Australia to reopen and remove crippling pandemic restrictions. … Continue Reading

Aviation News

United Airlines Let Passengers Pre Order Food Before Flights

United Airlines announced a new option for passengers to pre-order food, snacks, and beverages online up to five days before their scheduled flight. Orders can be made either on United’s website or through the airline’s mobile app. United claims that it is the “first and only” carrier to allow economy customers this option. … Continue Reading

EU Pressures Cathay Pacific to Restart Flights or Lose Slots

Together with the huge financial and operational difficulties that the pandemic has brought the airline to face, there is a new emerging threat of losing vital traffic slots if not used. … Continue Reading

American Airlines Takes TikTok to New Heights with Free Inflight Access for Customers

American Airlines, which has the fastest Wi-Fi on more aircraft than any other U.S. carrier, just added TikTok to its roster of free inflight offerings. Without having to purchase Wi-Fi, customers traveling on Viasat-equipped narrowbody aircraft can get 30-minutes of free access to TikTok, an entertainment platform powered by a global community of creatives. This is a promotional offering beginning Aug. 2, 2021. … Continue Reading

IATA Warns Testing Costs May Deter Travellers

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called on governments to ensure that high costs for Covid-19 testing do not put travel out of reach for individuals and families. … Continue Reading

JetBlue Strengthens Commitment as New York’s Hometown Airline® With Intention to Keep Headquarters in New York City, Advance World-Class Terminal Project at JFK

JetBlue New York’s Hometown Airline®, today announced plans to double down on its commitment to New York by maintaining its headquarters in the city and advancing plans to expand its flagship terminal at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). … Continue Reading

Etihad to Rehire Staff Laid Off During the Start of The Pandemic

Etihad Airways is preparing to rehire some of the thousands of employees it laid off during the pandemic, the latest sign that the aviation industry is beginning to recover as travel restrictions are eased despite rising infection rates in many markets. … Continue Reading

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