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Katowice Airport posts record passenger traffic in August 2025

Katowice Wojciech Korfanty International Airport achieved its best month on record in August 2025, according to figures released by the Upper Silesian Aviation Group (GTL S.A.), the airport’s opera...

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Air Serbia marks 10 years of its Premium Lounge, announces major upgrade at Belgrade Airport

Air Serbia is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its Premium Lounge at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport, a facility that has welcomed over 440,000 passengers since its opening in 2015. ...

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New Orleans Marriott names Thorsten Leighty Director of Food & Beverage

NEW ORLEANS – The New Orleans Marriott has appointed Thorsten Leighty as its new Director of Food & Beverage, a strategic promotion that places the long-time executive chef at the helm of all c...

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Icelandair launches year-round Edinburgh–Reykjavik service to boost transatlantic connectivity

Icelandair has officially landed at Edinburgh Airport, marking a significant expansion of its UK operations. The airline’s new Edinburgh – Reykjavik service, initially announced as a seasonal route...

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Kali Hotel and Rooftop, Autograph Collection tops out at Hollywood Park

LOS ANGELES – KPC Development Company has marked a major milestone in the construction of Kali Hotel and Rooftop, Autograph Collection, with the topping out of the $300-million, 300-room property a...

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‘All of Sussex is laid out before us’: walking a new trail in the South Downs national park

Perfect for a weekend getaway, the Petworth Way takes in historic estates, welcoming inns and spectacular viewsThere are many ways to make an entrance, but lurching into a pub full of smartly dress...

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SAS inaugurates first direct route between Scandinavia and Seoul

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has launched its first-ever non-stop service linking Scandinavia with South Korea, as the inaugural Copenhagen – Seoul flight took off today. The new connection establis...

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Ajman Tourism launches India roadshow to boost global partnerships

AJMAN, UAE – The Ajman Department of Tourism Development (ADTD) has announced the launch of a new roadshow in India, led by His Excellency Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, Director General of the Departme...

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Concord Hospitality marks 40 years of growth, innovation, and people-first culture

Concord Hospitality, a hotel management and development company with more than 140 properties across the U.S. and Canada, is celebrating its 40th anniversary. Founded in 1985 by Mark Laport, the co...

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Oceania Cruises names Food & Wine chefs as ship godparents

MIAMI – Oceania Cruises has announced that a group of Food & Wine Best New Chefs alumni will serve as the godparents of its newest ship, Oceania Allura, set to be christened in Miami on Novembe...

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BBN Airlines Indonesia secures EASA authorisation for EU operations

BBN Airlines Indonesia, part of the Avia Solutions Group, has received authorisation from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) to operate flights within the European Union. The approval...

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Pololikashvili addresses G20 Tourism Ministers on inclusion, sustainability and investment

At the G20 Tourism Ministers Meeting, UN Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili commended the South African Presidency’s focus on inclusion and sustainability. “More than a motto, the theme...

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ECTAA reacts to European Parliament vote on Package Travel Directive revision

BRUSSELS – The European Travel Agents’ and Tour Operators’ Association (ECTAA) has responded to European Parliament Plenary vote on the revision of the Package Travel Directive (PTD). While acknowl...

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Mandarin Oriental to open first Austrian hotel in Vienna

HONG KONG – Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced the opening of Mandarin Oriental, Vienna on 20 October 2025, marking the luxury brand’s first hotel in Austria. Situated on Riemergasse 7 in...

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GO7 enables two-way interlining for WorldTicket partner airlines

COPENHAGEN, DENMARK – GO7 has announced a development that could simplify interline cooperation for its WorldTicket partner airlines. Through its W2-coded carrier, FLEXFLIGHT, partners can now esta...

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Avelo orders up to 100 Embraer E195-E2 aircraft

WASHINGTON D.C., USA – Avelo Airlines has signed a landmark agreement with Embraer for up to 100 E195-E2 aircraft, in a deal valued at US$4.4 billion at list price for the firm order. The transacti...

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Fraport reports August 2025 passenger growth across global airports

Frankfurt, Germany Fraport AG has reported continued growth in passenger volumes across its airport network in August 2025, with Frankfurt Airport (FRA) handling 6.3 million passengers, up 4.1% ye...

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Crescent opens world’s largest dual-branded AC/Element in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS, USA – Crescent Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of the dual-branded AC Hotel by Marriott Symphony Park and Element by Westin Symphony Park, developed by Jackson-Shaw. The o...

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Global hotel rates expected to remain steady through 2026, Amex GBT report shows

Hotel pricing across key markets is projected to remain broadly stable through 2026, according to the latest Hotel Monitor by American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT). The report highligh...

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Supercity Aparthotels opens The Jubilee in Leeds

Supercity Aparthotels has opened its newest property, The Jubilee, located in a restored Grade II-listed building on The Headrow in Leeds city centre. The aparthotel offers 63 suites, including 23...

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Oceania Cruises enhances voyage inclusions for all guests

MIAMI, FL – Oceania Cruises has enhanced its guest experience even further with a new choice of amenities under its “Your World Included” program. On bookings made on or after September 17, 2025, ...

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