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Etihad boosts frequencies to Colombo from 1 May Etihad Airways — the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will increase the frequency of flight operations to Colombo from 1 May 2024. Starting 1 May, Etihad Airways which currently operates 10 weekly flights will increase its frequency to 13 flights per week. This includes two flights each on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and one flight on Wednesday. Additionally, from 15 June, the airline will further expand its services to 20 flights per week, with three flights scheduled for Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and two flights on Wednesday. The move is expected to make a significant boost to the tourism industry and travel to the Middle East and other key destinations in the world. Etihad Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer Arik De said, “These latest flight increases are aligned with our seamless and practical connections at Abu Dhabi and our growing global network offers our guests more opportunities to fly where they want to at a time that suits them. It also makes it easier to enjoy a fantastic visit or stopover in Abu Dhabi as an integral part of their journey.” The increase of flight operations by the airline is part of Etihad’s ambitious expansion of flights and frequencies to further boost Abu Dhabi’s global reach, offering more flexible travel options for its guests. Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Ltd., Chairman Eng. Athula Galketiya stated that it had successful negotiations with the top officials of Etihad Airways to increase the flight frequencies to Sri Lanka. He added that AASL is pleased to continue the valuable partnership with Etihad Airways, which commenced flight operations to Sri Lanka in 2003. Source: https://lnkd.in/gX-y2mcg #EtihadAirways #FinanceInsights #FinanceNews

ICYMI: The First No Toilet Airline: A New Trend or Torture?: No Toilet Cem Air connects Johannesburg with popular tourism destinations for passengers coming in on British Airways, Qatar Airways or other airlines. SOURCE: The First No Toilet Airline: A New Trend or Torture? BY: eTurboNews | eTN #budgetAirline #Feature_Articles #Airlines #News

The First No Toilet Airline: A New Trend or Torture?: No Toilet Cem Air connects Johannesburg with popular tourism destinations for passengers coming in on British Airways, Qatar Airways or other airlines. SOURCE: The First No Toilet Airline: A New Trend or Torture? BY: eTurboNews | eTN #budgetAirline #Feature_Articles #Airlines #News

Qatar Airways Increases Flight Frequencies to London, Male, Miami, and Tokyo... From 27 October 2024 Qatar Airways will add an eighth daily flight to London due to increased demand from passengers travelling with Qatar Airways Qatar Airways will also serve Male with up to 28 weekly flights, Miami with up to 12 weekly flights, and Tokyo with 11 weekly flights during the peak 2024-2025 winter season Qatar Airways, the World’s Best Airline as voted by Skytrax in 2024, has launched additional flights to the key global destinations of London, UK; Male, the Maldives; Miami, USA; and Tokyo, Japan for the 2024-2025 season. Qatar Airways Chief Commercial Officer, Mr. Thierry Antinori, said: “As the World’s Best Airline, Qatar Airways is the best travel companion for international holiday-makers. Our increased flights during the winter holiday season comes as a response to the needs of our passengers who wish to create unforgettable travel experiences. Mr. Antinori continued: “Qatar Airways’ is also strengthening its commitment to the UK. Growing to 56 flights a week – the most of any Gulf carrier – further reinforces our long-standing relationship with London Heathrow Airport, as well as our unique strategic alliance with British Airways, which also operates two flights a day to Doha.”  Qatar Airways #qatarairways

📣 Big News in the Airline Industry! Qatar Airways has exciting plans for its network expansion in 2024. 🌍🛫 Travelers are in for a treat with new destinations and resumed services to explore and book in advance of the New Year. The airline has just announced its reintroduction of flights to Venice, Italy, in June, followed by the introduction of a brand new route to Hamburg, Germany, in July. Here's my take on these developments and what they mean for passengers and the airline industry as a whole: 1️⃣ Resumed services to Venice: - Qatar Airways' plans to recommence flights to Venice are a significant step in revitalizing the global travel industry, indicating the growing confidence in reopening international routes. - Amid eased travel restrictions and increasing vaccination rates, this move will offer more choices for travelers seeking cultural immersion, picturesque landscapes, and unparalleled gastronomic delights in the heart of Italy. 2️⃣ Introduction of Hamburg route: - The introduction of a new route to Hamburg reflects Qatar Airways' commitment to enhancing connectivity and catering to the evolving travel demands of both business and leisure travelers. - Hamburg, known for its vibrant music scene, rich maritime history, and innovation, presents an exciting opportunity for the airline to tap into a new market and attract travelers seeking new experiences in Northern Germany. 🔮 What does this mean for the airline and passengers? - Qatar Airways' expansion plans signify the airline's determination to bounce back stronger after a challenging time for the aviation industry. It serves as a positive signal that the airline is optimistic about the recovery of global travel despite ongoing uncertainties. - For travelers, these developments provide more flexibility and choices when planning future travels. Whether it's for leisure, business, or connecting flights, Qatar Airways continues to adapt and provide seamless connectivity to popular and emerging destinations around the world. In conclusion, Qatar Airways' network expansion plans for 2024 paint an optimistic picture for the future of air travel. With the resumption of services to Venice and the introduction of a new route to Hamburg, the airline is demonstrating its commitment to meeting passengers' evolving needs while contributing to the recovery of the travel industry as a whole. Exciting times lie ahead for both Qatar Airways and travelers dreaming of new adventures in Europe! ✈️🌍 #QatarAirways #airtravel #expansion2024 #aviationindustry

Welcome to this week’s Travel News! 🌏 🥰 The Bridge That Doesn’t Meet In The Middle Vietnam has unveiled a brand-new attraction – a bridge that... doesn’t meet in the middle? Seems like an important requirement for a bridge – however, the reason is very romantic. The bridge, which is known as the “Kiss Bridge,” encourages couples to stand on either side of a 30cm gap and share a smooch. The distance between the two sides has been carefully calculated so that every year, on January 1, the setting sun appears to pass through the gap. ✈️ The Safest Airline In The World AirlineRatings.com, the world’s only airline safety and product rating website, has revealed their annual list of the safest airlines in the world. This year, Air New Zealand claimed the number one spot, overtaking rivals Qantas, who came in second. Rounding out the top three was Virgin Australia. ✈️ The Busiest Airports In The World Have you ever wondered what are the busiest airports in the world? Well, ponder no more! The list of the top 10 busiest airports in 2023 has been revealed with Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport coming in number one with 61.2 million passengers passing through last year. Coming in second was Dubai International Airport (56.5 million passengers) with Tokyo International Airport (52.6 million passengers) in third.

The expansion of routes by major Middle Eastern airlines like Gulf Air, Oman Air, Emirates, and Qatar Airways is a significant step in enhancing global connectivity, particularly to key destinations such as Zurich, Budapest, and Bali. This move is set to cater to the growing demand for travel to these popular locations, offering passengers more options, flexibility, and convenience. With the increase in flight frequencies and the introduction of new routes, travelers can expect a boost in tourism and business opportunities, while also enjoying the world-class services these airlines are known for. Plan your next adventure and take advantage of these new routes starting in September 2024. Whether you're heading to the serene landscapes of Zurich, the vibrant streets of Budapest, or the tropical paradise of Bali, these new connections will make your journey smoother and more enjoyable. Book your flights now and experience unparalleled service and comfort. #GlobalConnectivity #MiddleEastAirlines #TravelExpansion #ExploreMore #ZurichBound #BudapestBound #BaliBound #FlyGulfAir #OmanAir #FlyEmirates #QatarAirways @GulfAir @OmanAir @emirates @qatarairways

It was great to see this record broken at the end of last year. I suspect we may see more of this in 2024! 🏆 This year is set to be a big one as we look forward to: - NEW AIRLINE: Royal Jordanian launching 3x weekly services to Amman - NEW AIRLINE: Luxair beginning a new 3x weekly service to Luxembourg - Additional (and larger) based aircraft with Ryanair, easyJet and Jet2 - The return of Las Vegas to the route map with Virgin Atlantic - Growth with Singapore Airlines, with the return of 5x weekly services to Houston - Eurowings launching new brand new services to Stuttgart and Hamburg - Increased flights with Hainan Airlines, who will operate a daily departure in the summer - Increased services with Qatar Airways going to 3x daily flights all year round - Huge growth with SunExpress who will add an additional 150k seats across Antalya, Dalaman and Izmir. Jonathan Keenan - O’Connor, Tom Bingham, Lucie Hinton, it's going to be a busy year!

Is Beond the best thing to happen to aviation in the UAE? Consider this: the all-business class airline is selling introductory Dubai-Maldives return flights for AED5,000. Today, an economy class Dubai-Maldives return flight with Emirates costs AED6,870 - that's $1,870 for a short-haul flight. Has standard airline pricing gone too far? #connectingtravelreports #aviation #beond

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