Host agency Travel Experts has added 40 independent consultants (ICs) as new affiliates during the pandemic—with most of them attributing their move to the Travel Experts “staff support” and having a “no-split pay policy” resulting in advisors receiving 100 percent of commissions, plus the Virtuoso connection among the main reasons. Further, in a survey of both new …

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Azizi Developments has announced that 99 per cent of the work has been completed on its premium mixed-use project, Mina, located at Palm Jumeirah, Dubai. Spanning nearly 38,500 square metres of built-up area, Mina features 178 units, comprising 120 one- and 54 two-bedroom as well as four spacious residences. The project also features several retail …

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The Pacific Asia Travel Association has predicted, that even in the base case scenario, visitor numbers to the region will still be below 2019 levels in two years’ time. The finds are included in the just-released Asia Pacific Visitor Forecasts 2021-2023 report. The document includes three growth prospects for international visitor arrivals into and across …

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Minor Hotels has signed memorandum of understanding with Funyard Hotels & Resorts with the aim of expanding its presence in China. The announcement comes at a time when the growth of travel sector in the country is expected to accelerate following post-Covid-19 easing of movement restrictions for travellers. Minor Hotels’ globe-spanning network of hotels and …

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All passengers flying Singapore Airlines outbound from Singapore and Indonesia (bound for Singapore) will be able to book pre-departure polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) and serology tests as part of a trial service. The scheme will be operated in partnership with Collinson. The medical services provider will lead and manage the process; and subject to success, …

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United Airlines has reported a $7.1 billion net loss for 2020, including $1.9 billion in the final quarter alone. Cash burn at the airline rose to $33 million a day over the last three months of the financial year, up from $25 million a day in the third quarter. Illustrating a deteriorating situation, the amount …

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Qatar Airways has signed an expanded codeshare agreement with oneworld partner Iberia. The agreement will enhance connectivity between the two airlines’ complementary networks and will offer additional travel options to customers. Sales of the added destinations have commenced already with the additional codeshare flights starting from today. Qatar Airways Group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, …

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The government of Norway has confirmed it will support low-cost carrier Norwegian through a contribution to new funding capital. The airline said the decision would significantly increase its chances of working through the crisis caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. In the mid-term, the carrier is seeking to position itself as a key player within Norwegian …

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The Maldives resort expands its award-winning offering with 27 new Water Reserves, new dining concepts, the Soneva Wellness Centre, and Soneva Unlimited, which includes unlimited access to meals, fine wines, diving, experiences, spa treatments and transfers. Source link gotravelblogger

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The project will examine how eVTOLs may operate in transporting passengers and cargo over urban and regional areas. Source link gotravelblogger

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