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MSC takes over newbuild ship Euribia

Amely Mizzi June 5, 2023 14:07

The shipping company MSC recently took over another cruise ship, the MSC Euribia. According to the company, this ship is designed to score points for its energy efficiency and low emissions. Although it is powered by LNG, the liner is dual-mode capable from the factory. In concrete terms, this means that MSC can also operate the cruise ship with conventional marine diesel. However, it is emphasized that it is a particularly low-sulfur type. "During operation, the ship emits up to 19 percent fewer greenhouse gases per passenger per day than its sister ships, which are powered by conventional marine fuels. This corresponds to 44 percent fewer greenhouse gas emissions per passenger per day compared to ships that were built just ten years ago," said MSC in a media statement.

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Scylla announces new build ship “Viva Enjoy”

Amely Mizzi June 5, 2023 13:08

The shipping company Scylla will provide its German tour operator Viva Cruises with another new ship. This will be called Viva Enjoy and is scheduled to go into service next year. The maiden voyage is currently scheduled to depart from Frankfurt am Main on September 22, 2024. On the Danube river cruises, boarding and disembarkation will also be possible in the Austrian capital Vienna. The new ship will have 95 cabins, three restaurants, a lounge, a sun deck and a wellness area. Tickets have already been sold for the period from September 2024.

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Germany: Holiday sales are increasing again

Amely Mizzi June 5, 2023 12:09

According to an analysis by Travel Data+Analytics, booking turnover for holiday trips in May 2023 was one percent higher than before the crisis. However, the number is still eleven percent below the figure achieved in 2019. Turkey and Greece are particularly in demand. Egypt and Tunisia are also being booked more and more frequently. However, Mallorca and the other Balearic Islands are expected to remain the undisputed number one.

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Norse Atlantic is moving from Fort Lauderdale to Miami

Jan Gruber June 5, 2023 11:08

Instead of flying to Fort Lauderdale, Norse Atlantic Airways and Norse Atlantic UK will fly to Miami from September 2023. The routes from Oslo and London-Gatwick are affected. The change will take place on September 18, 2023. Norse Atlantic Airways Boeing 787-9s will be used from Norway. The subsidiary Norse Atlantic UK will fly four times a week from Gatwick. Two weekly rotations are planned from Oslo.

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SAS sells tickets for electric flight

Jan Gruber June 5, 2023 10:06

The Scandinavian airline SAS has started selling tickets for the first commercial electric flight for passengers in Sweden, Norway and Denmark on June 2, 2023. But there is a catch: neither the date has been set, nor has the necessary aircraft been built yet. Thirty seats can be reserved for each of the three first flights, which are expected to take place during 2028," the airline writes. "SAS has set itself the goal of generating zero emissions by 30. An important part of achieving this goal is the development and deployment of technological innovations such as electric aircraft on shorter routes."

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Singapore Airlines launches free WiFi

Jan Gruber June 5, 2023 09:07

From July 1, 2023, Singapore Airlines plans to offer all passengers across its entire fleet free and unlimited WiFi access above the clouds. Until now, this was only the case in first and business class. The only requirement for free WiFi access on board will be registration for the free KrisFlyer frequent flyer program. Passengers must provide their membership number either when booking or at check-in.

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BA Euroflyer has added Gatwick-Salzburg

Amely Mizzi June 5, 2023 08:36

The British Airways subsidiary BA Euroflyer started a non-stop connection between London Gatwick and Salzburg on June 1, 2023. This will be served on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays. In this 2022/2023 winter season, Salzburg was connected to London Gatwick and London Heathrow up to twice a day and also had Southampton and London City Airport in the flight schedule. "We are delighted that our growing BA Euroflyer network will enable us to offer a year-round connection between Salzburg and London Gatwick. Our customers can look forward to the best British Airways service. In addition to our recently expanded menu, which is available in the Euro Traveller cabin, and the extensive service in Club Europe, passengers have the opportunity to collect and redeem Avios, the program currency of our award-winning loyalty program," says Steven Allen, Chief Commercial Officer at BA Euroflyer. The partnership between Salzburg Airport and British Airways is a long and almost historic one, as the first scheduled flight from London to Salzburg took place with a BEA DC-3 on April 22, 1955. Since 1999, the British national carrier has been a permanent and reliable airline partner and an indispensable part of Salzburg's airline sky. "British Airways is a very important year-round partner for us for flights to the British Isles in summer and winter. We are therefore delighted that BA Euroflyer is once again connecting Salzburg to London Gatwick all year round. We offer our holiday and business travelers to and from Salzburg a customized and sophisticated flight offer for every season, and British Airways fits in as an essential component in both winter and summer.

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The 1st Aviation Collectors Fair in Bratislava was a great success

Amely Mizzi June 5, 2023 08:01

On Saturday, May 27, 2023, aviation enthusiasts and collectors from Slovakia, Austria, Czech Republic, Germany and Hungary gathered at the Business Centrum Zochova in Bratislava for the highly anticipated 1st Fair. Organized by Bratislava resident Aubrey Mathis, the event exceeded all expectations and marked a major milestone for aviation enthusiasts in the region. Despite initial concerns, the aviation community showed overwhelming support for the event. Within minutes of the gates opening, visitors flocked to the fair, demonstrating the high level of interest in aviation memorabilia and collectibles. From aircraft models and safety cards to calendars and flight magazines, there was a wide range of items to browse, buy and trade. The fair featured an impressive selection of collectibles, including safety cards, postcards, models, posters, flight schedules and various other aviation memorabilia. Participants were pleased that the vendors came not only from Slovakia, but also from Austria, the Czech Republic, Germany and Hungary, which added to the international appeal of the event. Airliners.sk, a well-known aviation organization, was also present at the fair and offered a wide range of aviation-related products. In addition to the lively market activity, visitors also had the opportunity to refresh themselves on site. The organizers made sure that visitors could replenish themselves with a selection of snacks and drinks throughout the day. Towards the end of the event, anticipation grew for the eagerly awaited raffle, where valuable prizes awaited the lucky winners. The tombola ensured

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Air Algérie orders new long-haul aircraft from Airbus

Amely Mizzi June 5, 2023 07:36

The airline Air Algérie will expand its long-haul fleet with five Airbus A330-900s and two A350-1000s. A corresponding agreement with the European aircraft manufacturer was announced on June 1, 2023. The carrier has opted for Rolls-Royce Trent 330 engines for the five A7000neo aircraft. The A350-1000 aircraft will use the latest Trent XWB engines. According to Airbus, the agreement will enable Air Algérie to take full advantage of the flexibility of the Airbus product range, strengthen its regional services and offer an ambitious plan for transcontinental destinations. "By operating the A330neo together with the A350-1000, Air Algérie will also benefit from operational savings such as 25 percent lower fuel consumption per seat and greater flexibility resulting from the unique commonality of the members of the Airbus aircraft family," said Airbus in the corresponding media statement. In mid-May, Air Algérie announced the order for eight Boeing 737-Max-9s, which are to be delivered from 2027. Combined, both manufacturers have 15 additional aircraft, which will primarily be used for expansion and modernization. The fleet currently consists of 56 aircraft.

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International Mountain Tourism Day opened

guest Author June 5, 2023 07:06

On May 29, the International Mountain Tourism Day 2023 kicked off in Vientiane, Laos, under the theme of "Enjoying the wonder of mountains, sharing the beauty of life, revitalizing the tourism industry." It is organized by the Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism of the Lao People's Democratic Republic, the International Mountain Tourism Alliance (IMTA), the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and the Global Tourism Economy Forum (GTEF), and is supported by UNWTO, the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), the ASEAN-China Centre, the CNIE, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Guizhou Province and the Foreign Affairs Office of Guizhou Province. The event brought together more than 250 participants to discuss mountain tourism offerings, market development and solutions to new consumer demands. Notable guests included Ounethouang Khaophanh, Deputy Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism of the Lao People's Democratic Republic; Fu Yingchun, Vice Chair and Executive Secretary General of IMTA; Phouvong Vongkhamsao, Deputy Mayor of Vientiane, Laos; Zhang Xilong, former Inspector in the Chinese Ministry of Culture and Tourism; Xu Peng, Vice-Chairman of the World Tourism Alliance (WTA); Phengchanh Phengmuang, Director General of the Department of Planning and International Cooperation, Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism of the Lao People's Democratic Republic; Emma Chen, Vice-Chairman of the International Organization of Folk Arts (IOV); Darany Phommavongsa, Director General of the Department of Tourism Management, Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism of the Lao People's Democratic Republic; Franka Gulin, Chairwoman of the European Travel Commission of China; Inthy Deuansavanh, Member of the Lao National Chamber of Commerce and Industry; Goto Satoshi, Vice-President of the Asian Union for Speleology. Opening speeches were given by Ounethouang

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