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Although WiFi qualifies as a necessity of life for some, not all airlines equip their fleet with this technology. Some US airlines were actually forerunners in offering onboard Internet access. Dutch… Continue Reading
Readers of the British magazine Business Traveller have awarded Oneworld once again with the prize for ‘Best Alliance’. It is the 8th time that Oneworld wins this award. For over three decades readers… Continue Reading
You may not be thinking about hotel stays right now, but there are actually quite some interesting promotions at the moment. Due to low demand, prices have plummeted. In many cases, it’s possible also… Continue Reading
The Corona pandemic has forced aviation into an unprecedented crisis. Hundreds of aircraft remain grounded. Some even have to leave the skies forever to save costs. Many airlines also have to send employees… Continue Reading
The Dutch national carrier KLM celebrated its birthday just last week. The oldest airline in the world is now 101 years of age. Last year there were a lot of festivities… Continue Reading
Delta Air Lines’ domestic network is operated by both Airbus and Boeing short and medium haul aircraft. The Boeing 737 and Airbus A321 make up most of the short haul fleet. But the Airbus A220 makes a… Continue Reading
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the major airline alliances occasionally join the debate. For instance, SkyTeam celebrated its 20th anniversary a while ago, and at the same time announced extra COVID measures… Continue Reading
Just like many airport lounges, the American Express Centurion Lounges are currently closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The credit card company however intents to gradually reopen its lounges again… Continue Reading
Oneworld commits to net zero carbon emmissions in 2050 together with all member airlines. Other individual carriers have already set a direction to become more sustainable. But it is now for the first… Continue Reading
Airlines, airports, travel agencies and other organizations in the global travel and aviation industry are struggling to survive during the COVID-19 pandemic. The worldwide aviation industry is in a serious… Continue Reading