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Pegasus Airlines has announced a major move in its international expansion strategy with an agreement to acquire Czech Airlines, one of the world’s oldest airline brands, along with its parent company Smartwings, the leading leisure carrier in the Czech […]
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Azimuth Airlines has officially begun operating passenger flights to Saudi Arabia, marking its entry into the Kingdom’s aviation market on 6 December. The launch followed the General Authority of Civil Aviation’s decision to grant the Russian carrier an economic
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Carnival Corporation & plc, in partnership with ITM Group and Hutchison Ports ECV, has unveiled plans for Ensenada Bay Village, a new shoreside destination designed to celebrate the culture and natural beauty of Baja California, Mexico. The announcement was
Wizz Air has announced the reopening of its base in Târgu Mureș, marking a significant expansion of its Romanian operations. The airline has allocated a new Airbus A320neo aircraft to the airport, bringing its total winter fleet in Romania
Deutsche Bahn (DB) and Eurostar have taken a significant step toward establishing a direct high-speed rail connection between Germany and London, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding in early December. The agreement sets out the intention of
American Airlines has introduced AAdvantage Pass, a new offer that grants travellers immediate elite status and additional loyalty perks for a fixed price of USD 5,000. The programme provides instant entry into AAdvantage Gold, the airline’s introductory elite tier,
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Turkish Airlines announced on Friday that it has signed a new codeshare agreement with South African Airways, paving the way for expanded joint flight operations beginning 1 March 2026. The agreement was formalised during a signing ceremony in Geneva,
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Star Alliance has been named the World’s Leading Airline Alliance at the World Travel Awards 2025, marking its sixth consecutive win. The announcement was made at the Grand Final Gala Ceremony held in Bahrain, reinforcing the alliance’s long-standing position
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Direct air travel between Belarus and Israel is set to return in early 2026. Belavia has announced that it will resume regular flights from Minsk to Tel Aviv beginning January 8, 2026, restoring one of the airline’s longstanding and
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Emirates has introduced a streamlined way for global travellers to explore Southeast Asia with the launch of the Emirates Asia Pass, a new multi-city travel solution designed for flexibility, convenience, and cultural discovery. The pass consolidates regional flights into
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President Donald Trump has announced that his administration will pursue a major reconstruction of Washington Dulles International Airport, arguing that one of the nation’s key gateways is in need of a full overhaul. Speaking during a Cabinet meeting at
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Turkish Airlines has removed a controversial rule that required passengers with Parkinson’s disease to obtain and present a medical certificate before flying. The change follows public criticism after broadcaster Mark Mardell, who is living with the condition, was denied
Pegasus Airlines has launched a new direct route between Istanbul and Bilbao, expanding its European network with an affordable four-times-weekly service. The connection, which began operating on 1 December, is expected to strengthen travel, cultural exchange and commercial activity
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Munich Airport and Lufthansa are now part of the global Sunflower program, which was launched by Hidden Disabilities Sunflower at Gatwick Airport in the UK in 2016. The aim of the program is to give people with invisible disabilities,
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Adelaide has marked a historic moment in Australia’s aviation landscape, becoming the first city in Emirates’ global network to welcome the airline’s new ultra-long-range Airbus A350-900ULR. The aircraft began operating daily services on 1 December 2025, replacing the Boeing
