Air New Zealand unveils plans for expanded Auckland International Lounge
Air New Zealand has announced a major upgrade to its international lounge at Auckland Airport, set to become the largest and most spacious in its network. The new development will […]
Qatar Airways partners with Hans Zimmer to debut new sonic identity
Qatar Airways has launched a collaboration with acclaimed composer Hans Zimmer, to create a bespoke sonic identity designed to enhance the airline’s brand experience across all touchpoints. The partnership with […]
VietJet faces global asset freeze amid lease dispute
Vietnam’s VietJet Air is facing a major operational and financial crisis after a UK court imposed a global asset freeze linked to unpaid aircraft lease obligations. The ruling follows a […]
Ponant adds second catamaran to Spirit of Ponant line up
Luxury French cruise operator Ponant has announced the addition of a second sailing catamaran, La Désirade, to its exclusive Spirit of Ponant programme, expanding the brand’s footprint across the Mediterranean […]
Los Angeles City sues Airbnb over alleged price gouging and misleading practices
The City Attorney of Los Angeles, Hydee Feldstein Soto, has initiated a civil enforcement lawsuit against Airbnb, accusing the short-term rental platform of violating California’s Anti-Gouging Law in the aftermath […]
AHICE Aotearoa returns to Christchurch in 2025
The Aotearoa Hotel Industry Conference and Exhibition (AHICE), New Zealand’s leading summit for hotel investment and operations, will return to Christchurch on 12–13 August 2025. Hosted at Te Pae Christchurch […]
CLIA announces return of Cruise Month for October 2025
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has confirmed the return of its annual Cruise Month campaign this October, uniting its Australasian membership in a month-long celebration of cruising and the upcoming […]
Travelport boosts air search speed with major upgrade to Travelport+ Platform
Travelport has announced a major enhancement to its Travelport+ platform, significantly improving air search speeds for travel agents worldwide. Amid a 200% increase in shopping volumes since 2023, Travelport+ now […]
Emirates unveils new ‘Emirates First’ check-in experience at Dubai International Terminal 3
Emirates First’ has officially opened at Terminal 3, Dubai International (DXB), offering an unique airport experience for Emirates’ First Class customers and Skywards Platinum members. The check-in area has been […]
Expedia TAAP expands global features for travel advisors including agency service charge
Expedia TAAP has announced a series of enhancements designed to give travel advisors greater flexibility, efficiency, and earning potential when managing client booking benefiting agents across all 34 of its […]
