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News: Jet skis banned from waters around Palm Jumeriah (Breaking Travel News 2021-08-04 15:01:02)
Jet skis have been banned from Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Harbour on the authority of the Dubai Maritime City Authority. Fines of up to AED500 are now in place for users who disobey the new rules.
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News: IATA confirms 2020 was worst year for aviation (Breaking Travel News 2021-08-04 09:46:32)
Releasing the annual World Air Transport Statistics publication, the organisation said 1.8 billion passengers flew in 2020, a decrease of 60 per cent compared to the 4.5 billion who flew in 2019.
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News: Cruise sector returns to Puerto Rico (Breaking Travel News 2021-08-04 09:18:44)
As part of Carnival Cruise Line’s return to guest operations, Mardi Gras has docked in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The arrival marks the new ship’s first port of call on its maiden voyage.
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News: Aer Lingus signs Emerald Airlines partnership (Breaking Travel News 2021-08-04 09:00:51)
Aer Lingus has entered into a franchise agreement with Emerald Airlines. The deal, which will commence in January 2023, will run for a period of ten years for the operation of Aer Lingus Regional flights.
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News: Frontier Airlines launches 15 new low-cost routes (Breaking Travel News 2021-08-04 08:58:44)
Frontier Airlines has confirmed it will offer 15 new non-stop routes. The airline is expanding significantly in Miami with nine new routes, including its first-ever service to Aruba.
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News: China demand drives recovery at Marriott (Breaking Travel News 2021-08-04 08:51:39)
Marriott International has reported a net income of $422 million for the second quarter, as the hospitality sector continues to rebound from the Covid-19 pandemic.
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News: Valverde Hotel reopens in Lisbon after lavish overhaul (Breaking Travel News 2021-08-04 08:41:47)
The property is located on one of the most luxurious arteries in the city, Avenida da Liberdade, and is the only Relais & Châteaux property in the capital.
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News: Butcher returns to lead Langham Hospitality Group (Breaking Travel News 2021-08-04 08:26:48)
Langham Hospitality Group has welcomed back Brett Butcher as chief executive of the company. He previously served in the same role for five years from 2009.
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News: European Commission moves closer Schengen visa rollout (Breaking Travel News 2021-08-04 08:20:39)
The European Commission has outlined new rules for the European Travel Information and Authorisation System. The system is set to debut by the end of next year.
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News: Jet2holidays lets travellers bid for next trip (Breaking Travel News 2021-08-04 05:52:05)
Jet2holidays has launched a new campaign called ‘Bid for a Break’ on its mobile app, giving people the chance to pay just a few pence for their next sunshine getaway.
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News: Hyatt Place Ekaterinburg opens in Russia (Breaking Travel News 2021-08-04 05:13:29)
The new hotel features intuitive design, a casual atmosphere and practical amenities, such as free Wi-Fi and 24-hour food offerings. It is the second hotel from the company in the city.
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Focus: Coronavirus & international travel: Is it worth It for students? (Breaking Travel News 2021-08-03 16:54:01)
Without a doubt, Coronavirus and the subsequent lockdown have greatly influenced all spheres of our lives from education to entertainment. But, one industry that was influenced the most is traveling.
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Focus: Breaking Travel News interview: Tom McAlpin, chief executive, Virgin Voyages (Breaking Travel News 2021-08-03 14:45:41)
After a nearly a year-and-a-half at anchor following a delayed launched, Virgin Voyages is finally setting sail on its inaugural cruise this month. Here Breaking Travel News chats with chief executive, Tom McAlpin to find out what the future holds for the brand
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News: Saga Cruises to make international return in October (Breaking Travel News 2021-08-03 11:07:42)
Later this year, Saga Cruises will return to international destinations following the news that restrictions are lifting. The line has confirmed two European tours for October.
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News: UKHospitality welcomes changes to NHS Covid-19 app (Breaking Travel News 2021-08-03 10:47:26)
An update to the NHS Covid-19 app has been welcomed by UKHospitality. The body had argued staff shortages are negatively impacting the sector as it struggles back from the pandemic.
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News: ABTA launches new direct debit system with Travel Ledger (Breaking Travel News 2021-08-03 09:44:55)
ABTA will launch a replacement version of its Single Payment System to members later this year. The technology has been developed by Travel Ledger.
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News: ABTA launches new direct debit system (Breaking Travel News 2021-08-03 09:44:37)
ABTA will launch a replacement version of its Single Payment System to members later this year. The technology has been developed by Travel Ledger.
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News: Princess Cruises returns to operation in UK (Breaking Travel News 2021-08-03 09:36:16)
Regal Princess has returned to Southampton, concluding its first successful ‘Summer Seacation’ sailing and marking Princess Cruises’ return to service in the UK.
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News: Qantas to stand down staff as Australia lockdown continues (Breaking Travel News 2021-08-03 09:25:06)
Around 2,500 frontline Qantas and Jetstar employees will be stood down for an estimated two months in response to ongoing Covid-19 outbreaks in Australia.
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News: St. Regis Qingdao opens in north-east China (Breaking Travel News 2021-08-03 08:34:32)
Marriott International has welcomed the debut of the St. Regis Qingdao. The opening marks the first Marriott luxury brand hotel in the north-eastern Shandong region.