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Park Hyatt debuts in South Africa with the opening of Park Hyatt Johannesburg
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has opened the Park Hyatt Johannesburg, marking the luxury brand’s debut in South Africa and its third property on the continent. Located in Johannesburg’s vibrant Rosebank...
SAS deepens commercial partnership with Virgin Atlantic
Scandinavian Airlines today announced an expanded agreement with Virgin Atlantic, giving SAS customers greater access to several long-haul destinations. As part of the agreement, SAS will place its...
Air France extends Cape Town to Paris route due to popular demand
Air France has announced an extension of its seasonal route between Paris and Cape Town until May, next year. This, the airline said, is due to the high demand for the service. "Initially scheduled...
Air Canada Pours On the Charm with Complimentary Beer and Wine in Coach
As of October 1, Air Canada is serving complimentary beer and wine in economy class on every flight as it tries to win over passengers alienated by additional fees. The new offering will make Air...
Japan approves country’s highest-ever hotel tax in Kyoto. Here’s how much you will have to pay
Japan has approved its highest-ever hotel tax to help “enhance” its appeal and promote sustainable tourism, following months of delay. Last week (3 October), the Ministry of Internal Affairs and...
Cathay Pacific adding Changsha flights to its network
Starting 4 November, oneworld member Cathay Pacific will launch daily nonstop flights between Hong Kong and Changsha. With this route, Changsha will be the fifth destination in China added by the...
Building the future: Radisson’s regional blueprint is steering expansion across Saudi Arabia and beyond
As Saudi Arabia ramps up its tourism and hospitality agenda, Radisson Hotel Group is placing bold bets across the kingdom and beyond. We caught up with Basel Talal, Radisson’s Managing Director,...
World’s tallest bridge opens in China: Huajiang Grand Canyon set to revolutionise connectivity and tourism
China has officially opened the Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge in Guizhou Province, about 685 miles northwest of Hong Kong. The monumental structure now holds the title of the world’s highest bridge....
Emirates expands London Heathrow schedule to 48 weekly flights ahead of winter rush
London, UK, 1 October 2025 - Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is unlocking more opportunities for travel with the addition of six weekly flights to its London Heathrow schedule,...