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August 30, 2024

Vienna Whisky Festival 2024: A delight for whisky lovers in the heart of Vienna

The Vienna Whisky Festival, which will take place from October 18 to 19, 2024 in the renowned MuseumsQuartier in Vienna, will once again become a meeting place for whisky enthusiasts from all over the world. The fourth edition of this prestigious festival promises an unforgettable experience for all lovers of the fine spirit and those who want to broaden their horizons. With hundreds of whisky varieties, exclusive master classes and a unique atmosphere, the festival offers a comprehensive insight into the world of whisky. A weekend dedicated to whisky The Vienna Whisky Festival has already established itself as one of the most important events for whisky lovers. In autumn 2024, the MuseumsQuartier, the cultural center of Vienna, will become Europe's whisky stronghold. The event attracts not only fans of the spirit, but also newcomers who want to immerse themselves in the fascinating world of whisky. The festival offers an impressive selection of whisky varieties from all over the world. From traditional Scottish single malts to Irish whiskey to whiskeys from Japan, the USA and unusual countries of origin - the festival covers the entire spectrum. Austrian whiskeys are also presented, which gives the event a local touch. With this international and diverse selection, visitors can go on a journey of taste discovery. Master classes and expert knowledge A highlight of the festival are the master classes, in which renowned whiskey experts share their knowledge. These one-hour tastings offer participants the opportunity to gain deeper insights into the world of whiskey. The experts lead through the tastings, explain the special features of individual brands and share valuable information about the latest developments and trends in whiskey production. The master classes offer

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Worlds of Pleasure 2024: A feast for all the senses at the Vienna MAK

On October 19 and 20, 2024, the MAK - Museum of Applied Arts in Vienna will be transformed into a paradise for connoisseurs and gourmets. The Worlds of Pleasure, a trade fair for culinary gourmets, offers an extraordinary experience for all the senses on these two days. Whether regional delicacies or international specialties - the variety of products presented promises a feast for the palate. From fine wines and fine spirits to exclusive spices and traditional cheese specialties, visitors can discover the latest trends from the world of enjoyment and taste them directly on site. A land of milk and honey in the heart of Vienna Since its inception, the Worlds of Pleasure have established themselves as a fixed date in the calendar of Viennese connoisseurs. The concept of the trade fair goes beyond a simple product presentation: it is a journey of discovery through different cultures and their culinary peculiarities. Here, seeing, smelling, tasting and enjoying become an integral part of the experience that immerses visitors in the fascinating world of delicacies. The focus of the event is on the exhibitors who present their exquisite products from Austria and all over the world. The range extends from high-quality tea and exclusive spices to rare spirits and fine wines. Every culture has its own culinary treasures, which are showcased in the worlds of enjoyment. Visitors can not only taste, but also buy directly on site to take the culinary delights home with them. Delicacies and their stories In addition to the enjoyment itself, knowledge of the origin and production of the products also plays a central role at the

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“West Side Story” – A gripping musical event at the Vienna Volksoper

From October 2024, the Vienna Volksoper will present a new production of Leonard Bernstein's timeless musical "West Side Story". The production, based on the iconic story of Romeo and Juliet, not only offers a musical masterpiece, but also a profound examination of issues such as racism, youth violence and unhappy love. With the combination of German and English, supplemented by surtitles, this performance promises to be a cultural highlight for a wide audience. An everlasting story of love and conflict "West Side Story" tells the gripping story of two rival gangs in 1950s New York City: the Jets, a gang of white Americans, and the Sharks, a group of Puerto Rican immigrants. Tony, a member of the Jets, and Maria, the sister of the leader of the Sharks, Bernardo, fall in love at first sight. However, their happiness in love is overshadowed by the hostile atmosphere between the two gangs. The conflict escalates when Tony kills Bernardo in revenge, leading to a tragic chain of events that threaten the lives of the two lovers. The musical premiered in 1957 under the direction of Jerome Robbins and with choreography by Robbins himself. The music by Leonard Bernstein and the lyrics by Stephen Sondheim made the work an unmistakable classic of musical theater. The Vienna Volksoper is now taking over this iconic production and bringing it to the stage in a German-English version. The production and its creative implementation The Vienna Volksoper is bringing "West Side Story" to the stage in a new production that captures the unmistakable atmosphere of the

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Thai Lion Air starts flights to Hong Kong

The airline Thai Lion Air will start flights to Hong Kong in October 2024. The airline plans to operate a daily flight from Bangkok. The airline Thai Lion Air plans to start flights on the Bangkok-Hong Kong route in October 2024. The route is to be implemented from the beginning of October, with the first flights on this route expected from October 1. Thai Lion Air plans to operate a daily flight connection with a Boeing 737-800, according to the Aero Routes portal.

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Sarajevo: LOT Polish Airlines extends flight operations

The Polish airline LOT Polish Airlines will operate the Warsaw-Sarajevo route during the winter season. The airline is flying longer than planned. The Polish airline LOT Polish Airlines will also offer flights between Warsaw and Sarajevo during the winter season. The first flights are scheduled to start on October 27, as reported by the Ex-Yu Aviation News portal. The airline is planning a frequency of three flights per week, which will be operated with Embraer E175 and E195. However, there is a deviation from the original plan: instead of November 28, the flights will be offered until January 11. After a break, flight operations will resume on February 22.

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JetBlue reduces capacity at Washington Reagan Airport to cut costs

JetBlue will reduce the number of its daily flights from Washington Reagan National Airport (DCA) from 2024 to 2025 between October 27 and March 20. The measure is part of a comprehensive plan to reduce costs and stabilize the company financially. In addition to reducing flight frequencies, JetBlue will also discontinue service to Fort Myers and reduce flights to other destinations such as Boston and Orlando. The airline has already reduced its capacity at several airports, including Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), in recent months and is trying to focus on more profitable routes. Transatlantic connections will also be adjusted, with a temporary suspension of flights from Boston and New York to London Gatwick from October, while the connection to Heathrow will continue.

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Airlines for America rejects EU pollution monitoring for non-European flights

Lobby group Airlines for America (A4A) has spoken out against the planned expansion of the EU's pollution monitoring program to flights to and from destinations outside Europe. A4A argues that the science is uncertain and that implementing the new requirements could lead to a rise in ticket prices. According to reports from The Guardian, A4A tried to persuade the European Commission to limit this requirement to European flights. The planned system will require European flights to report their values ​​for non-CO2025 emissions such as nitrogen oxides and sulfur dioxide from January 2. From 2027, this will also apply to non-European flights. Critics, such as the non-profit organization InfluenceMap, point out that non-CO2 emissions account for a significant part of the climate impact of flying. IATA partially supports A4A's concerns and calls for the system to be introduced voluntarily due to the uncertainties surrounding the science.

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Shanghai: Hainan Airlines increases Brussels flights

The airline Hainan Airlines will also fly from Shanghai to Brussels in winter. The airline has agreed to a change in flight frequency in order to meet demand. The airline Hainan Airlines wants to connect the city of Shanghai with the Belgian capital Brussels in the winter season as well. The airline had originally planned three weekly flights for the winter season, which begins on October 27th. However, the airline has adjusted the flight frequency to meet demand, Hainan Airlines will offer four weekly flights, as the Aero Routes portal reports.

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Embraer struggles with delivery delays, but remains among its larger competitors

Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer, like many of its competitors, is facing challenges from global supply chain issues that are affecting the delivery times of its aircraft. Antonio Carlos Garcia, Embraer's chief financial officer, recently confirmed that it is experiencing delivery delays of around one to two months. However, compared to larger manufacturers Boeing and Airbus, where delays can be over a year, Embraer's situation is relatively mild. Garcia stressed that the company only accepts orders that it can fulfill in order to avoid major delays. Embraer reported a backlog of $21,1 billion at the beginning of the year, which has grown due to numerous orders for regional jets and private jets. Significant orders include an order for 90 Embraer E175s from American Airlines and 20 E2 jets from Mexicana de Aviacion.

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Jet2.com launches most extensive Christmas market programme for winter 2025/26

Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks have unveiled their biggest Christmas market programme yet for winter 2025/26. From 27 October 2024, customers will be able to book festive flights and holidays from all 12 UK airports. The new programme includes eight new Christmas market routes, including flights from Bournemouth to Prague and Vienna, and from Glasgow to Budapest. In total, Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks will offer 50 routes to popular Christmas markets in cities such as Berlin, Budapest, Cologne and Vienna, with a capacity increase of over 16% year-on-year. Customers can choose between flight-only options and package holidays that include flights and hotel accommodation. The expanded programme aims to meet the high demand for Christmas market trips.

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