Author: Shawon Hannan

Oceania Cruises is elevating travel experiences with a notable cabin upgrade promotion. Travellers can enjoy upgrades up to four categories across select 2024 and 2025 voyages.This exclusive offer spans over 60 departures, covering destinations such as Alaska, the Caribbean, and Europe. It provides an enticing opportunity for passengers to secure enhanced accommodations.Unpacking the Cabin Upgrade OfferOceania Cruises has announced a time-sensitive cabin upgrade opportunity, allowing guests to enhance their journey with up to four cabin category upgrades. From Inside cabins to Oceanview, Veranda, or even Concierge categories, the promotion aims to provide exceptional value. This offer is valid on a…

In a showcase of elegance and industry collaboration, P&O Cruises successfully hosted an array of travel agents at this year’s British Academy Television Awards.Over 100 representatives from the travel sector were invited to join the glamour of the event, experiencing a unique intersection between tourism and entertainment as guests of the renowned cruise line.P&O Cruises, an established sponsor of the Baftas, provided an exceptional opportunity for nearly 100 agent partners to grace the red carpet, mingling with esteemed celebrities. This initiative signifies a strategic move to strengthen relationships within the travel trade.The agents were selected through an engaging competition, requiring…

Imagine Cruising has played a significant part in the notable increase of dnata Travel Services’ revenue, contributing to a 48% surge that amounts to $951 million.This growth is attributed to a strategic alignment with key travel segments, demonstrating an ability to meet global B2B and B2C demands.Imagine Cruising, held predominantly by Emirates Group, has been a pillar in bolstering dnata’s travel services revenue, seeing a striking 48% increase, reaching $951 million. The robust performance of Imagine Cruising is complemented by Destination Asia, a subsidiary focusing on destination management services, which collectively spurred a 27% rise in total transaction values, aggregating…

A-Rosa River Cruises’ new UK sales director, Michelle Daniels, is embarking on an ambitious strategy to expand the company’s agent network.By recruiting key personnel and implementing strategic initiatives, Daniels aims to strengthen the crucial partnerships that underpin the company’s success.Strengthening Trade PartnershipsMichelle Daniels, the newly appointed UK sales director for A-Rosa River Cruises, has emphasised the importance of bolstering the network of agents, which she describes as ‘critical’ to the company’s ongoing success. Her commitment is to fortify these trade partnerships, which serve as the backbone of A-Rosa’s business model.Daniels has identified the expansion of the agent network as her…

Stansted Airport has reached an unprecedented milestone, surpassing its pre-pandemic passenger record. This remarkable achievement is a testament to the airport’s resilience and efficient operations.In April 2024, Stansted recorded 2.48 million passengers, marking a 5.5% rise compared to the previous year. This performance not only reflects the airport’s operational strengths but also sets a robust foundation for future growth.Record-breaking Passenger NumbersIn April 2024, Stansted Airport achieved a remarkable milestone, surpassing its pre-pandemic passenger numbers by more than 90,000. This growth translates to a total of 2.48 million passengers for the month, representing an increase of 5.5% compared to April 2023.…

The deadline for UK airports to install new 3D security scanners is looming. Only a few are ready. A recent survey reveals widespread non-compliance and delayed implementations. The implications for travellers are significant.Current Compliance StatusThe UK’s Department for Transport has set a tight deadline for installing new 3D security scanners. To date, just Newcastle, London City, and Aberdeen airports have fully complied. Upcoming reports indicate that Luton and Birmingham are on track to meet the deadline by June. This leaves a significant number of key airports struggling to catch up.Despite these efforts, 12 of the largest UK airports, accounting for…

The travel industry faces a critical juncture as it navigates the challenges of overtourism. With travel markets recovering, the call to address overwhelming tourist numbers in certain destinations has intensified.This renewed focus on overtourism has sparked debates on how best to manage tourist influxes, highlighting the necessity for strategic interventions that promote sustainability without sacrificing economic benefits.The Rising Concern of OvertourismPrior to the pandemic, the concept of overtourism had already raised alarms in the global travel industry. This phenomenon, marked by the excessive influx of tourists, was particularly evident in destinations like Venice, where large numbers of cruise ship arrivals…

April marked a significant milestone for Norse Atlantic Airways as it doubled its passenger numbers from the previous year. The increase comes alongside a strategic expansion of its summer flight schedule.With the support of long-term charter agreements for the upcoming winter, Norse Atlantic is strategically poised for continued growth. The airline, operating a fleet of 15 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, remains committed to enhancing its transatlantic services.Operational Growth and PerformanceIn April, Norse Atlantic Airways reported a substantial increase in passenger numbers, reaching 98,542 across 398 flights, including 61 charter operations. The average load factor improved by 12 percentage points year-on-year, reaching…

Heathrow Airport foresees a record year, reporting a 4.8% passenger rise in April to 6.7 million. Travel to Delhi and Mumbai surges.Despite this growth, Heathrow criticises government policies for hindering the UK’s aviation competitiveness, calling for supportive strategies.Heathrow Airport has reported a notable 4.8% increase in passenger numbers, reaching a total of 6.7 million in April alone. This surge positions the airport on a trajectory towards a record-setting year, with total passenger throughput for the year so far hitting 25.2 million. On April 19, Heathrow saw its busiest day since October 2019, handling 1,337 flights in a single day. This…

TAP Air Portugal has reported a significant reduction in its first-quarter losses, signalling a positive trend in its ongoing recovery efforts.The airline’s strategic focus on operational efficiency and market expansion has contributed to this improvement, despite challenging market conditions.Operational Improvements and Financial PerformanceTAP Air Portugal has made notable strides in mitigating losses, as evidenced by its first-quarter results. The airline reported a net loss of €71.9 million, a significant improvement of €14.5 million compared to the previous year. This marks a continued recovery effort, and compared to the first quarter of 2019, the net loss reduction stood at €34.7 million.…