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September 12, 2024

Liquid Market Bratislava: A melting pot of cocktail culture in Central Europe

Jan Gruber September 12, 2024 23:53

Bratislava, the charming capital of Slovakia, is increasingly becoming a center of cocktail culture in Eastern and Central Europe. This is particularly evident at the annual Liquid Market Bratislava, a boutique festival dedicated to the enjoyment of sophisticated drinks and the art of mixology. Last year, the event attracted numerous visitors from the bar scene, including many familiar faces from Vienna and other "liquid lovers". This year the festival is set to take place again and expectations are high. The organizers promise unique experiences in an infectious atmosphere that attracts curious guests from all over Europe to the Slovak metropolis. This year's edition will take place on October 4 and 5, 2024 in the Slovak capital. The dynamic bar world of Eastern Europe The bar and cocktail scene in Eastern and Southeastern Europe is now one of the most dynamic and innovative on the continent. International bartenders and local talents who appear at festivals such as the Liquid Market make a significant contribution to the development of new trends and techniques. Bratislava plays a key role as a “west-east interface” in the heart of Europe. The city combines historical beauty with modern, urban flair, creating the perfect backdrop for creative experiments in the art of cocktails. The festival offers a platform on which innovative products from small and large manufacturers are presented. Here, visitors and experts can exchange ideas about the latest developments in the world of cocktails, from experimental recipes to twists on well-known classics and technological innovations in beverage production. An event with a special flair The Liquid Market Bratislava stands out

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G7 states tighten sanctions against Iran Air: Bilateral agreements suspended

Amely Mizzi September 12, 2024 11:05

Germany, France and the United Kingdom have suspended their bilateral air transport agreements with Iran in response to Iran's military support for Russia. They have also imposed sanctions on the state-owned airline Iran Air. The background to this is the delivery of Iranian ballistic missiles to Russia, which represents an escalation of the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine. Iran Air is accused of transporting electronics and technology to Russia in evasion of sanctions. The airline regularly serves several European destinations, including Frankfurt, Hamburg and Vienna.

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Air France: Return to Manila after 20 years

Amely Mizzi September 12, 2024 10:21

After two decades of interruption, Air France will resume direct flights between Paris and Manila, the capital of the Philippines, from December 7, 2024. This decision not only marks the French airline's return to the Paris-Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) route, but also symbolizes Air France's growing commitment to the Asia-Pacific region. The resumption of flights to Manila, which were suspended in the early 2000s, is perceived as a significant development by many travelers and industry experts. The Philippine capital is a major gateway to the country's scenic islands and beaches, which attract millions of tourists each year. The direct connection to Paris is not only an important step to strengthen economic and tourism ties between France and the Philippines, but also a sign that global air traffic is increasingly recovering after pandemic-related restrictions. The flights will be operated three times a week and will be operated by the modern Airbus A350-900, which offers a total capacity of 324 seats, including 34 seats in Business Class, 24 in Premium Economy and 266 in Economy Class. The flight times are designed to allow travelers from both Paris and Manila to enjoy convenient connections and transfers. Air France announced that the flight schedules still need to be approved by the Philippine government, but this is considered a formality. Importance of the route for tourism The Philippines is known worldwide for its beautiful beaches, including world-famous destinations such as Boracay, Palawan and Cebu. The

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Possible pilot strike at Air Canada: Impact on flight operations expected

Amely Mizzi September 12, 2024 10:06

Air Canada passengers must prepare for possible flight cancellations from September 15, 2024. The reason for this is an impending strike by 5.200 pilots who are demanding higher salaries. The airline rejects these demands as "excessive" and plans to shut down flight operations in an orderly manner in advance of the strike. Air Canada carries around 110.000 passengers a day, with some of the traffic being handled by Air Canada Express, which would not be affected by the strike. As a partner of Lufthansa, a strike could also have an indirect impact on transatlantic air traffic.

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Passenger volume at Frankfurt Airport in August 2024 exceeds previous year

Jan Gruber September 12, 2024 10:05

Frankfurt Airport (FRA) recorded around 2024 million passengers in August 6,1, an increase of 3,7 percent compared to the same month last year. The 13 passenger mark was exceeded on 200.000 days, which was particularly favored by the summer holidays in Hesse and the neighboring federal states. Destinations in southern Europe such as Italy, Spain, Portugal and Greece were particularly popular. In intercontinental traffic, China (+48,5%), India (+36,5%) and Singapore (+14,5%) showed strong growth, while traffic to the Middle East fell by 25,8% due to the unstable security situation. Compared to August 2019, passenger volume is still 12,1 percent lower. Air freight also recorded an increase of 10,1 percent, while the number of flight movements rose by 1,1 percent to 40.359 takeoffs and landings. Maximum takeoff weights increased by 2,6 percent. Internationally, passenger numbers grew at most of Fraport's holdings, while airports such as Fortaleza and Porto Alegre in Brazil recorded declines, mainly due to flooding in the region. Overall, passenger volume at all airports served by Fraport rose by 1,0 percent to around 22,2 million passengers.

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Vienna Airport with strong August figures

Jan Gruber September 12, 2024 10:03

In August 2024, Vienna Airport recorded the busiest month in its 3.331.345-year history with 70 passengers. This corresponds to an increase of 7,3% compared to the previous year and is 5,7% above the pre-crisis level of August 2019. The Vienna Airport Group, which includes the Vienna site, Malta Airport and Kosice Airport, also achieved an increase of 4.439.823% compared to the previous year with 8,7 travelers. At the Vienna site, the number of local passengers rose to 2.575.690 (+9,9%), while transfer passengers fell slightly to 746.656 (-0,7%). Flight movements increased by 5,1% to 22.785 takeoffs and landings. The increase in passengers to Africa (+18,9%) and the Far East (+25,1%) was particularly strong. Cargo volume also grew significantly by 2024% to 21,5 tonnes in August 24.048. In the first eight months of 2024, passenger volume at Vienna Airport increased by 7,5% to 21.041.772, which is above the 2019 level.

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We-Flytour expands summer offer 2025 and focuses on B2B sales

Amely Mizzi September 12, 2024 09:04

The Heilbronn-based tour operator We-Flytour has published its expanded summer offer for 2025. It includes destinations in Spain, Greece, Egypt, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates. According to CEO Aydin Ata, the company is already seeing an increase in booking requests. We-Flytour relies on a pure B2B sales concept in which traditional travel agencies play a central role. Bookings are made via established reservation systems such as Amadeus, Traffics and My Jack. Other systems such as Sabre Vacations and Peakwork are to be added shortly.

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India: Court convicts Lufthansa for lack of information

Jan Gruber September 12, 2024 08:36

On September 9, 2024, an Indian consumer court ruled in favor of 25-year-old Maharshi Yadav, a student who had not been adequately informed by Lufthansa about the requirements for a transit visa. The case raises questions about transparency and customer information in international air travel and focuses on the responsibility of airlines in sharing information. Maharshi Yadav had purchased a Lufthansa ticket from Mumbai (BOM) to Toronto (YYZ) via Munich (MUC) on April 13, 2022. However, when he arrived at Mumbai airport, he was denied boarding because, as it turned out, he lacked a Schengen visa. This visa is required for Indian citizens to enter Germany, even for transit. Yadav, who was studying in Canada and had a stopover in Munich on his way to Toronto, was surprised and confused by this requirement, which he had not known about when booking the ticket. As a result of the refusal to board, Yadav was forced to buy a new ticket with Emirates, which took a different route via Dubai and did not require a transit visa. The additional burden and expense incurred by this situation led to Yadav being forced to take legal action against Lufthansa. The Consumer Court's decision Yadav filed a complaint with the Gandhinagar District Consumer Dispute Redressal Commission, alleging that Lufthansa had engaged in unfair trade practices by failing to inform him of the visa requirement. The Commission ruled in his favour and ordered Lufthansa to pay Yadav compensation of up to €2.000

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Rocky Horror Show 2024: Sky du Mont, Hugo Egon Balder and Ilka Bessin as narrators

Jan Gruber September 12, 2024 08:04

The new tour of the Rocky Horror Show will start in Germany, Austria and Switzerland in October 2024. In addition to the proven narrator Sky du Mont, newcomers Hugo Egon Balder and Ilka Bessin will also take on the role of narrator. Sky du Mont returns to the stage with his charismatic presence, while Balder brings a breath of fresh air to the cult show with his offbeat humor and Bessin as the second woman in the narrator role. The tour once again promises an interactive experience for the audience, who traditionally actively participate in the performance. A detailed presentation of the Rocky Horror Show 2024 can be found at Aviation.Direct under this link.

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Corruption trial in France: Allegations against military and logistics companies raise questions

Amely Mizzi September 12, 2024 07:36

On September 9, 2024, a high-profile trial against several high-ranking French military officers and senior executives of the logistics company International Chartering Systems (ICS) began before the Paris Criminal Court. The case has caused a stir and raises serious questions about transparency and fairness in the awarding of defense contracts. The trial, which is scheduled to last until September 25, 2024, is of great importance as it could potentially have far-reaching consequences for the French military and its procurement practices. Allegations of corruption and nepotism At the heart of the indictment are serious allegations of corruption, favoritism and breach of professional secrecy. The indictment is directed against eight military personnel and two ICS executives. The most serious allegation concerns a former chief of staff of the Joint Logistics Support Operations and Movement Center (CSOA), who is accused of having exerted improper influence on the awarding of contracts to ICS. It is alleged that this officer was later hired by ICS, which is seen as an example of favouritism and unfair preferential treatment. Other military personnel are accused of favouring ICS without personal gain. The allegations also include that personal relationships, rather than just objective criteria, may have played a role in the awarding of the air transport contracts. Background and developments The case first came to light in 2016, when the French Senate's Finance Committee raised concerns about the Ministry of Defence's reliance on private companies for strategic air transport. The Court of Auditors found that ICS had significantly increased its tariffs between 2016 and 2017, raising doubts about the fairness of the tendering process. In 2017, the public prosecutor's office launched an investigation into the case.

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