Entries by Dave

Eurostar joins SkyTeam to revolutionise seamless air and rail travel for business travellers

26, September 2024 in /by

Eurostar and SkyTeam, the global airline alliance, have recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that will revolutionise the way millions of customers experience integrated intermodal journeys via air and rail. With Eurostar becoming SkyTeam’s first non-airline partner, business travellers can now book itineraries that combine long- and medium-haul flights with sustainable rail journeys in […]

Virgin Atlantic to open new Clubhouse at Los Angeles International Airport

26, September 2024 in /by

Virgin Atlantic has announced the opening of its newest Clubhouse at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in the first quarter of 2025, bringing its award-winning lounge experience to the Tom Bradley International Terminal. The Los Angeles Clubhouse will offer a premium experience, complete with a spacious bar and social area, table service dining and exclusive […]

New Emirates lounge at London Stansted offers premium UK business travellers world-class amenities

24, September 2024 in /by

Emirates has opened its new, £4 million lounge at London Stansted Airport, providing First and Business Class customers, as well as Emirates Skywards members, with premium hospitality before their flights. This new lounge, the airline’s sixth in the UK, marks an important expansion of Emirates’ dedicated lounge network, which now covers London Heathrow, London Gatwick, […]

Fiji Airways leads initiative to produce sustainable aviation fuel from sugarcane by-products

24, September 2024 in /by

Fiji Airways has launched a groundbreaking partnership with The Fiji Sugar Corporation Limited (FSC) and Lee Enterprises Consulting (LEC) to explore the feasibility of producing Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in Fiji. The collaboration, backed by funding from The Asian Development Bank (ADB), could significantly enhance sustainability in aviation and agriculture across the Pacific, while creating […]

JetBlue to launch exclusive airport lounges at JFK and Boston for premium travellers

24, September 2024 in /by

JetBlue has announced plans to open its first-ever airport lounges, beginning at New York’s JFK Terminal 5 in late 2025, followed by Boston Logan’s Terminal C. This marks a key step in the airline’s JetForward strategy, which aims to meet increasing demand for premium experiences among business travellers. The new lounges will primarily cater to […]

London Gatwick firefighters tackle 110 floors to support vital local charities

20, September 2024 in /by

Firefighters from the London Gatwick Airport Fire and Rescue Service successfully completed a challenging stair climb event, raising £2,000 for the Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) and the Fire Fighters Charity. This inspiring initiative saw participants simulate the ascent of 110 floors in a high-rise building by climbing the central staircase in Gatwick’s […]

Brussels Airlines to enhance long-haul services with new aircraft and cabins

19, September 2024 in /by

Brussels Airlines is expanding its fleet, upgrading its cabins and increasing routes to Sub-Saharan Africa to enhance its long-haul services. Brussels Airlines is set to expand its long-haul fleet with the addition of three Airbus A330 aircraft and a significant investment in new cabin interiors. This development will bolster the airline’s position as the Lufthansa […]

UK Business Travel: ETA to become essential for visa-free entry from April

18, September 2024 in /by

The UK government has announced that, from April 2025, all visitors who do not require a visa will need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) to enter the UK. This marks a significant step in the government’s initiative to digitise the UK border and immigration system, ensuring robust security and streamlined travel procedures for millions of […]