Korean Air further expands Northeast Asia network – Business Traveller
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Korean Air further expands Northeast Asia network – Business Traveller

SkyTeam member Korean Air is resuming and adding capacity on several routes to Northeast Asia amid thawing demand. Korean Air will resume its Busan-Shanghai Pudong and Jeju-Beijing routes with daily flights starting 1 July. Additionally, the Seoul Incheon-Hefei service will resume with five weekly services from 19 August, the Busan-Beijing route with six weekly flights…

First of BA’s 787-8 Dreamliners now fitted with Club Suite – Business Traveller
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First of BA’s 787-8 Dreamliners now fitted with Club Suite – Business Traveller

British Airways launched the Club Suite in March 2019, and has gradually been rolling out the product across its long-haul fleet. The carrier’s Airbus A350-1000 and Boeing 787-10 aircraft came line-fitted with the Club Suite, and the majority of BA’s 777-300ERs have been retrofitted, along with 28 of the airline’s 777-200ERs. This leaves the 787-8s…

Cathay Pacific now at 80 per cent of pre-Covid capacity – Business Traveller
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Cathay Pacific now at 80 per cent of pre-Covid capacity – Business Traveller

Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific and low-cost carrier HK Express currently operate at just over 80 per cent of their pre-Covid capacity, chief customer and commercial officer Lavinia Lau said this week in an update. In the first five months of the year to 31 May 2024, oneworld member Cathay Pacific and its HK Express subsidiary…

AllianceJet sets a new standard with newly-redesigned Bombardier Global 6000 – Business Traveller
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AllianceJet sets a new standard with newly-redesigned Bombardier Global 6000 – Business Traveller

Inside, the Bombardier Global 6000 has been meticulously crafted by renowned British yacht designer Andrew Winch of Winch Design, with light, neutral-coloured leathers complemented by straight-grain walnut timber and gold almond metal accents. The Aft Lounge bulkhead features bespoke marquetry with colour-tinted burr, while the mid and forward bulkheads are adorned with vertical 3D slatted…

Meliá Desert Palm unveils refurbished family villa – Business Traveller
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Meliá Desert Palm unveils refurbished family villa – Business Traveller

Wellness-focused resort Meliá Desert Palm has officially unveiled their newly-refurbished Al Waha family villa, combining sustainability and luxury in an Arabian-inspired package. Located in the heart of a 64-hectare polo estate around twenty minutes from Downtown Dubai, the property positions itself as a luxury oasis offering an exceptional experience that combines Arabian elegance with Spanish…

Air India unveils new A320neo cabins – Business Traveller
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Air India unveils new A320neo cabins – Business Traveller

Air India has retrofitted the first of its A320neo aircraft with new business, premium economy and economy seating by Collins Aerospace. Two of the carrier’s A320neos are now configured with eight business class seats, with 24 seats in premium economy and 132 in economy. The new three-class layout sees Air India offer premium economy for…

Birmingham Airport employs additional staff to check liquids compliance – Business Traveller
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Birmingham Airport employs additional staff to check liquids compliance – Business Traveller

Birmingham Airport is employing additional staff in an attempt to improve the passenger journey through security. There have been various reports in recent days of large queues at the airport’s security, as a result of confusion over rules on liquids in hand luggage. Earlier this month the Department for Transport temporarily reintroduced restrictions limiting air…

Banyan Tree coming to Kyoto – Business Traveller
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Banyan Tree coming to Kyoto – Business Traveller

Banyan Group has announced the upcoming opening of Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto in the third quarter of 2024, marking the debut of the Banyan Tree brand in Japan. Located in the historic Higashiyama Ward of Kyoto City, Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto will feature 52 guestrooms, a signature Banyan Tree Spa and two distinctive dining experiences….

Turkish Airlines celebrates sustainability with “Tomorrow On-board” initiative – Business Traveller
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Turkish Airlines celebrates sustainability with “Tomorrow On-board” initiative – Business Traveller

Turkish Airlines has launched a new sustainability initiative called “Tomorrow On-Board”, which will involve a new cohesive set of principles through which the airline will govern its commitment to sustainability, along with sustainably-made inflight products. The announcement was made earlier this month in line with World Environment Day, with a special event held at Turkish…

Marriott’s Luxury Collection debuts in Germany – Business Traveller
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Marriott’s Luxury Collection debuts in Germany – Business Traveller

Marriott International has debuted The Luxury Collection brand in Germany. The Koenigshof, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Munich is located in the city’s historical Stachus Square, featuring contemporary design by Nieto Sobejano Architects and Landau + Kindelbacher. Design features include louvered structures, large, gold-coloured walls and artwork from national and internationally renowned artists including Joseph Beuys,…