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European travel in magnetic capsules set to become a reality by 2030
Europe has taken further steps towards an appealing old-school new technology – an alternative transport system and multi-modal travel network, composed of capsules powered by magnets, known as the...
Emirates to offer luggage and accessories made out of upcycled aircraft interiors
Emirates has announced plans to launch a range of luggage and accessories made out of repurposed parts of the carrier’s A380 and 777 aircraft. The limited-edition range includes suitcases,...
Venice rolls out day-tripper fee to try to regulate mass crowds on peak weekends
ROME (AP) — Venice authorities on Thursday unveiled a pilot program to charge day-trippers 5 euros ($5.45) apiece to enter the fragile lagoon city on peak weekends next year in an effort to reduce...
Confirmed: Oneworld to open all-new Seoul lounge
Executive Traveller can confirm the Oneworld airline alliance will open its first Oneworld-branded lounge at South Korea’s Incheon International Airport. Oneworld is aiming for an official...
Changi airport offers free bike hire to passengers with a layover
Singapore Changi airport is offering free bike hire to passengers with a layover in Singapore. Travellers are free to use the bikes for two hours to explore attractions in the vicinity, including...
Frozen first as Boeing 787 Dreamliner makes landing in Antarctica
There are short runways, bumpy runways and runways that are notoriously buffeted by crosswinds, but here’s a new one for nervous flyers to get alarmed about: an ice runway. Norse Atlantic Airways...
Heading to Europe? You’ll soon be able to apply for your Schengen visa online
Travellers from developing countries who wish to visit the European Union's (EU) border-free Schengen area will soon be able to apply for their visa online, as two new regulations were adopted on...
Italy’s newest sleeper train will take skiers straight to the slopes of the Dolomites
Italy wants tourists to ‘rediscover its riches’ in a sustainable way, with more train routes planned from Milan and Genoa next year. Ski season is almost here and if you’re looking to the Dolomites...
This first class suite lets you enjoy breakfast in bed
The continued evolution of business class sees it inheriting features previously the domain of first class, beginning with lie-flat beds and now including sliding privacy doors. An increasing number...