New Paris service with Aer Lingus announced for Shannon Airport
22nd June 2023 at 11:00 am Twice weekly connection from Shannon to Charles de Gaulle airport. A new Paris service with Aer Lingus has been announced for Shannon Airport to the world-renowned international hub of Charles de Gaulle.
The service, which is available to book, will fly twice weekly between the County Clare airport and the City of Lights. The new service will kick off from 22nd September this year and run until January 7th 2024 before taking a short break and recommencing on March 14th to October 29th 2024.
Ethiopian remains to be Africa’s Leading Airline at SKYTRAX
22nd June 2023 at 8:51 am Ethiopian Airlines Group, the fastest-growing airline brand globally and the continent’s leading airline brand, has been crowned with ‘The Best Airline in Africa’ title at the prestigious SKYTRAX 2023 World Airline Awards during the Paris Air Show held in France, Paris on June 20, 2023.
It is the sixth time in a row that Ethiopian Airlines has been recognized as the Best Airline in Africa at the SKYTRAX World Airline Awards.
Travel trade and media partners welcome new Minister of Tourism and International Transport of Barbados The Hon. Ian Gooding-Edghill
21st June 2023 at 12:19 pm Travelbiz Reporter, Marian Benton, was delighted to attend a cocktail reception in the Westbury Hotel at which Cheryl Carter from BTMI (Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc) introduced the Minister of Tourism and International Transport of Barbados The Hon. Ian Gooding-Edghill, M.P. , Francine Blackman, Permanent Secretary, Ministry for Tourism and International Transport, and from BTMI, Shelly Williams, Chairman and Dr. Jens Thraenhart, CEO.
Royal Caribbean update trade and Media in the Shelbourne
21st June 2023 at 9:59 am Travelbiz reporter, Marian Benton, was privileged to be one of a very small number of media and travel trade principals invited to lunch by Royal Caribbean in the salubrious surroundings of the Shelbourne Hotel.
Air Canada named World’s Most Family Friendly Airline and Top Canadian Carrier at 2023 Skytrax World Airline Awards
21st June 2023 at 9:42 am Air Canada is the first winner of new global award for family friendly travel.
Best Airline in Canada.
Best Airline Staff in Canada.
Air Canada Rouge Best Low-Cost Airline in Canada.
Air Transat voted World’s Best Leisure Airline at 2023 Skytrax World Airline Awards
20th June 2023 at 1:48 pm The airline tops the ranking for the fifth time.
Air Transat is pleased to announce that it has been named the World’s Best Leisure Airline for the fifth time at the Skytrax World Airline Awards.
United Airlines Marks 25th Anniversary of Dublin – New York/Newark Service
20th June 2023 at 11:41 am Almost 3.5 million customers carried on the route since 1998 on over 20,000 flights.
United Airlines is marking the 25th anniversary of its nonstop service between Dublin and New York/Newark. Since its launch in June 1998, the airline has carried almost 3.5 million customers on over 20,000 flights on that route. Today, United operates daily year-round nonstop flights from Dublin to New York/Newark and Washington D.C., as well as seasonal nonstop flights from Dublin to Chicago.
Radisson Hotel Group debuts its luxury brand in Egypt with the signing of Radisson Collection Resort, Marsa Alam Port Phoenice
20th June 2023 at 10:28 am Radisson Collection is a unique collection of iconic properties, reflecting an authentic local influence, living design, and vibrant social scene.
Radisson Hotel Group (www.RadissonHotels.com) announces the signing of Radisson Collection Resort, Marsa Alam Port Phoenice in Egypt. This signing debuts Radisson Hotel Group’s third brand in Egypt, Radisson Collection, and is a fantastic addition to the current portfolio, bringing the Group’s footprint in the country to eight hotels in operation and under development. It also reflects the transformation of the Group in the region.
Marriott International Signs Agreement with Delaware Investment Limited to Launch Luxury Safari Lodge in the Serengeti
20th June 2023 at 10:10 am The signing of JW Marriott Serengeti Lodge marks the brand’s first luxury safari lodge in Tanzania as well as continued commitment to offering transformative guest experiences.
Marriott International, Inc. (JW-Marriott.Marriott.com) today announced that it has signed an agreement with Delaware Investment Limited to open its first JW Marriott luxury safari lodge in the Serengeti, Tanzania. Expected to open in 2026, the lodge will be situated within the Serengeti National Park, a protected UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most renowned safari destinations in Africa, home to endless plains, the incredible Great Migration and some of the largest herds on the planet.
How to see more while spending less in Los Angeles
19th June 2023 at 2:06 pm Experience the surprisingly affordable side of LA with free museums, public beaches, hiking trails and award-winning street food.
Think of Los Angeles and you might imagine the rich and famous on a shopping spree in Beverly Hills. But did you know that LA is surprisingly welcoming for the budget traveller too?