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Passengers on the inaugural Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) flight between Stockholm and Bristol today were welcomed by costumed characters from the West of England’s history.
Air New Zealand Group General Manager Airports John Whittaker says: “The airline is pleased that Wellington Airport has reduced its pricing but remains concerned that the current regulatory regime does not adequately and efficiently ensure that excessive charges like those originally planned for Wellington are avoided.”
Jack Smith, currently Southwest Airlines’ Vice President of Ground Operations, is being promoted to Senior Vice President of Operations, overseeing Technical Operations, Ground Operations, and Cargo and Charters. Jack is an industry veteran with more than 30 years of experience, joining Southwest from AirTran Airways, where he served as Senior Vice President of Customer Service. His aviation career includes leadership roles in Ground Operations, Inflight, Cargo, Reservations, and Customer Relations.
Lufthansa’s 14th Boeing 747-8 landed in Frankfurt last Sunday, 29 June, at 9.17h a.m. as scheduled. As well as being the 76th jumbo that Lufthansa has received from the American manufacturer Boeing in Seattle since the 1970s, the aircraft also represents a veritable milestone in aviation history. This aircraft, whose tail number is D-ABYP (“Yankee Papa”), is the 1,500th jumbo to be built in the world.
Today JSC Aeroflot Russian Airlines (“Aeroflot” or “the Company”) held its Annual General Meeting of shareholders (“AGM”). Aeroflot’s shareholders elected members to the Board of Directors, approved the Company’s 2013 dividends and passed a number of other agenda items. Aeroflot’s 2013 dividend of RUB 2.4984 per share is 2.1 times higher than the dividends paid for 2012.
The Polish Air Navigation Services Agency (PANSA) is to join the A6 Alliance of European air navigation service providers (ANSPs) working towards the deployment of SESAR to achieve the Single European Sky.
Driven by stronger sales and traffic levels and an increasingly optimistic outlook among restaurant operators, the National Restaurant Association’s Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) rose to its highest level in more than two years. The RPI – a monthly composite index that tracks the health of and outlook for the U.S. restaurant industry – stood at 102.1 in May, up 0.4 percent over April and the third consecutive monthly gain and strongest reading since March 2012. In addition, the RPI stood above 100 for the 15th consecutive month, which signifies expansion in the index of key industry indicators.
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration is reminding passengers who are flying this July 4th holiday to leave their fireworks at home. Fireworks pose a significant fire risk to aircraft in the air and on the ground and are not permitted in carry-on or checked baggage.
ABTA has confirmed that fees for its Arbitration scheme have been frozen, coming into effect from 1 July 2014.
Abu Dhabi International Airport recorded 27.4% increase in passenger traffic for the month of May 2014, the highest in the airports’ history. A total of 1,633,700 passengers used Abu Dhabi International Airport last May as compared to 1,282,185 in May 2013.
Thailand opened its doors to this world this month for the start of the annual Amazing Thailand Grand Sale. This three-month shopping extravaganza lasts from 15 June to 30 September, 2014, and will see over 15,000 establishments in seven of Thailand’s most important tourism cities taking part.
The annual Amazing Thailand Grand Sale enjoyed a memorable opening thanks to an exciting “Shopping Challenge” that got everyone in the mood for Bangkok’s three-month shopping extravaganza that opened on 15 June and will continue to 30 September, 2014.
Doha is to become Emirates’ best served destination with seven daily flights going into the Qatari capital from 1 December.
At IHG’s General Meeting held today, Monday, 30 June 2014, Shareholders approved both of the Resolutions set out in the Notice of General Meeting sent to Shareholders on Friday, 6 June 2014. These Resolutions were in connection with IHG’s proposed Share Consolidation and the obtaining of a new authority to enable the Company to make market purchases of its New Ordinary Shares following the implementation of the Share Consolidation.
Boeing today formally offered to the Republic of Korea (ROK) the KC-46, the U.S. Air Force’s next-generation tanker, as Korea prepares to acquire four aircraft for its first tanker squadron.
MLT Vacations, one of the largest providers of vacation packages in the United States, announced today its top 10 best-selling cultural tours in Mexico.Sales of all types of tours throughout Mexico have increased for MLT Vacations, which markets Delta Vacations and Aeromexico Vacations. Since 2011, sales of cultural tours, one of the leading tour categories, have consistently seen double-digit growth.
Mount Sinabung in Indonesia’s North Sumatra province erupts gushing 4,000 meter-high clouds of ash and smoke into the air while the catastrophic situation triggers massive evacuation. More than 14,300 people have been evacuated. Inhabitants of nearby villages have begun repairing the roofs of homes damaged by the eruption. There were no immediate reports of casualties.
Seychelles Minister Alain St.Ange did not to use his ready notes to address the United Nations (UN) conference on Sustainable Tourism in Small Island Developing States (SIDS). Attendees at the conference got the chance to witness the tourism passion of Minister St.Ange as he speaks from his spirit. What St.Ange spoke was unrehearsed, serious and candid on a subject that he holds very dear to his heart.
Throughout the month of July 2014, Chef Alberto Bruni at “Acqua” Italian Restaurant, Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya invites you to take the taste test as we are sure you will not be disappointed. The iconic fish of Australia, Barramundi, is the gastronomic item under the spotlight at Acqua in this month. Fresh fillets are served on a pumpkin and mushroom puree or with a pachino tomato-caper-black olive sauce. Homemade ravioli will also receive a barramundi filling and is served in a light tomato and thyme salsa. Prices start from THB 650++ (subject to 10% service charge and 7% VAT).
Every Monday from 30th June – 28th July 2014, come and experience a sumptuous French Buffet Dinner in the relaxed surroundings of Cuisine Unplugged with over 30 delightful selections to choose from plus many mouth-watering desserts.
Spa Botanica is launching two unique new packages – exclusively offering the best ever value for weekdays, from 9.00 – 16.00 hrs. This incredible promotion is available from 1-31 July 2014.
The St. Regis Doha will once again offer lavish buffets inspired by Qatari traditions for Iftar and Suhour during the Holy Month of Ramadan. The Grand Ballroom has been transformed into a luxurious Arabian-style tent with private cabanas, live world class Arabic entertainment, signature shisha flavours and the largest dessert display in Doha, providing memorable experiences for the whole community.
The newly opened Radisson Blu Plaza Bangkok offers its new and exciting food & beverage promotions for the month of July and August. Come and discover Bangkok Blu World of cosmopolitan wining and dining in the heart of Sukhumvit!
