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Focus: Breaking Travel News interview: Robert Sinclair, chief executive, London City Airport (Breaking Travel News 2019-09-23 12:56:22)
London City Airport has worked tirelessly in recent years to develop a more inclusive image, welcoming a growing number of leisure travellers from the east of the capital. Here chief executive Robert Sinclair tells Breaking Travel News editor, Chris O’Toole, how a £500 million redevelopment will further accelerate the process
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News: Grand Hotel Suisse Majestic joins Autograph Collection (Breaking Travel News 2019-09-23 09:20:10)
Located in the picturesque town of Montreux, the Grand Hotel Suisse Majestic embodies Autograph Collection Hotels’ values of vision, design and craft and marks the brand’s third property in Switzerland.
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News: MSC Seashore celebrates keel laying ceremony in Italy (Breaking Travel News 2019-09-23 09:12:15)
A traditional maritime coin ceremony took place earlier at the Fincantieri shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy, when the keel was laid for MSC Seashore. At the milestone event, MSC Cruises revealed details of the significantly transformed overall design and new features of the ship.
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News: AHIF: Marriott to add 40 Africa hotels by 2023 (Breaking Travel News 2019-09-23 08:11:51)
From the Africa Hotel Investment Forum in Addis, Marriott International has reinforced its commitment to Africa by announcing it expects to add 40 properties and over 8,000 rooms across the continent by the end of 2023.
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News: Thomas Cook ceases trading as rescue talks collapse (Breaking Travel News 2019-09-23 07:47:12)
Thomas Cook has ceased trading following the collapse of recuse talks aimed at saving the 178-year-old company. All the organisations in the group will cease operations from today, including Thomas Cook Airlines.
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News: CAA begins huge repatriation effort to bring Thomas Cook customers back to UK (Breaking Travel News 2019-09-23 07:30:37)
There are currently more than 150,000 Thomas Cook customers abroad, almost twice the number that were repatriated following the failure of Monarch. In response, the Civil Aviation Authority will launch a repatriation programme over the next two weeks.
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News: Air Astana takes delivery of first Airbus A321LR (Breaking Travel News 2019-09-23 05:30:01)
Air Astana has taken delivery of the first of seven Airbus A321LR (long-range) aircraft under an operating lease agreement with Air Lease Corporation of the United States. The remaining six aircraft scheduled for delivery over the next 12 to 18 months, depending on Airbus’ production capacity in Hamburg.
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News: New underwater yoga class at Atlantis, the Palm (Breaking Travel News 2019-09-22 10:51:24)
Due to high demand, Dubai’s only underwater yoga class has now been increased to three sessions per week. The class takes place on Sunday, Tuesday and Friday from 8:00-9:00.
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News: Carnival wins approval for expansion at PortMiami (Breaking Travel News 2019-09-22 10:39:58)
Carnival Cruise Line has welcomed a decision from the Miami-Dade County Commission to approve a proposal for a complete renovation of Cruise Terminal F at PortMiami.
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News: FlyBosnia takes off for Sarajevo from Luton Airport for first time (Breaking Travel News 2019-09-22 10:34:08)
A celebratory ceremony was attended by senior figures from FlyBosnia, including chief executive Tarik Bilalbegović, who was greeted by chief commercial officer of London Luton Airport, Jonathan Pollard.
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News: Abbott appointed chief executive of American Express Global Business Travel (Breaking Travel News 2019-09-22 10:06:52)
American Express Global Business Travel has announced that Paul Abbott will assume the role of chief executive officer, effective October 1st. Abbott replaces Doug Anderson, who is stepping down.
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News: Accor to partner with Forum sur l’Investissement Hôtelier Africain (Breaking Travel News 2019-09-22 10:00:53)
Bench Events has revealed Accor will be the host sponsor of the Forum sur l’Investissement Hôtelier Africain in 2020. The show is the Francophone sister event of the Africa Hotel Investment Forum, the premier hotel investment conference on the continent.
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News: Vietnam Airlines signs Sun Group partnership (Breaking Travel News 2019-09-22 09:14:32)
Vietnam Airlines and Sun Group have officially signed a memorandum of understanding to develop and provide even more inspiring product and service offerings to their customers.
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News: Bartlett honoured for contribution to Africa tourism (Breaking Travel News 2019-09-22 08:24:49)
Edmund Bartlett, minister of tourism for Jamaica, has been recognised by the African travel and tourism industry for his exemplary contribution to the growth of the sector on the continent.
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News: Dubai Fitness Challenge to return in October (Breaking Travel News 2019-09-20 10:26:31)
Dubai Fitness Challenge - the city’s flagship fitness initiative championed by sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, crown prince of Dubai - returns for its third edition next month.
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News: Thomas Cook takeover hits last minute hitch (Breaking Travel News 2019-09-20 06:48:35)
Thomas Cook has been told it needs to find an extra £200 million in extra funding in order to secure its future. The troubled operator has hoped to seal a rescue deal led by Fosun Tourism Group this week.
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News: Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas to take brand into Malaysia in December (Breaking Travel News 2019-09-19 15:55:23)
Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas is entering the Malaysian luxury hospitality sector with the debut of Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas. The property is scheduled to open on December 1st.
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News: Vietnam Airlines launches new flights to Bali and Phuket (Breaking Travel News 2019-09-19 15:41:56)
The new routes bring the popular holiday islands, known for their beautiful beaches, diverse food culture and a wide range of festivals within a direct flight from Vietnam.
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News: Biltmore Mayfair opens its doors in London for first time (Breaking Travel News 2019-09-19 15:18:56)
The 307-room hotel combines exquisite contemporary accommodation, views across the gardens of Grosvenor Square, and new culinary concepts by Michelin Star restaurateur, Jason Atherton.
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News: Six Senses Kitzbühel Alps set to open in 2021 (Breaking Travel News 2019-09-19 15:09:00)
Embedded in the largest protected habitat in Europe – the Hohe Tauern National Park – Six Senses Kitzbühel fuses high octane Alpine lifestyle with the sensual tranquillity of a true Six Senses resort.