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Dresden: New flights to Barcelona, ​​Rome and Chalkidiki in spring 2025

Amely Mizzi 15 October 2024 12:47

Dresden Airport will be enriched with new non-stop and direct flights in spring 2025. The tour operator momento by SZ-Reisen is offering new flight connections to the popular travel destinations Barcelona, ​​Rome and Chalkidiki from April 2025. The company is thus expanding its offering and enabling travelers to fly directly from Dresden to attractive holiday regions. In addition to the new destinations, direct flights to various Italian destinations such as the Aeolian Islands, Sicily, Ischia, Sardinia and the Amalfi Coast are still available. In Greece, in addition to Chalkidiki, the popular island of Santorini is also served. The flights are operated by the airline Smartwings with modern aircraft. The new non-stop connections are particularly interesting for travelers during the Easter holidays and spring. Booking information and details of other offers are available on the operator's website. A new catalog with a wide range of flight offers from Dresden can also be ordered.

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BER Airport expects increase in passenger numbers during the autumn holidays

Jan Gruber 15 October 2024 12:36

During the upcoming autumn holidays, which last from October 18 to November 3, 2024, Berlin Brandenburg Airport is expecting more than 1,3 million passengers. This represents an increase of around 100.000 travelers compared to the previous year. During this period, a total of 133 destinations in 49 countries will be served, with holiday destinations in the Mediterranean region being particularly popular. Antalya in Turkey tops the list of the most popular travel destinations with 493 flight movements, followed by Mallorca with 329 flights. Ryanair will offer the most flights with around 1.500 takeoffs and landings, followed by easyJet with around 1.400 flights and Eurowings with 850. Around 250.000 passengers are expected on Friday for the start of the holiday week, with around 96.000 passengers expected to use the airport on this day alone. The BER team will be on site in shifts on all three days to help travelers find their way around and check in. The airport company points out possible disruptions due to construction work on the S9 and S45 S-Bahn lines and recommends that travelers check daily for up-to-date travel options. In addition, US President Joe Biden's visit to Berlin may lead to restrictions in regional transport. Travelers are encouraged to use the airport's digital services to minimize waiting times.

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Condor and Lufthansa: Negotiations on feeder flights continue

Amely Mizzi 15 October 2024 12:26

The aviation industry is currently discussing intensively the future cooperation between Condor and Lufthansa. Both airlines are still in talks about the continuation of the Special Prorate Agreement (SPA), which secures Condor feeder flights to the Frankfurt hub through Lufthansa. This agreement is of central importance to maintain Condor's operations and guarantee the accessibility of international destinations for passengers. In an interview with the trade magazine *airliners.de*, a Condor spokeswoman confirmed that negotiations are ongoing, while at the same time rejecting speculation about a possible complaint to the EU Commission. Clarification of the facts According to the Condor spokeswoman, there is currently no complaint from Condor to the EU Commission against Lufthansa, information that has been presented as false in media reports. This clarification underlines the uncertainties and misunderstandings that exist in the industry regarding this important agreement. Talks about the commercial cooperation are therefore still ongoing, with Condor refusing to comment on speculation about the course or content of these negotiations. Lufthansa, which did not want to comment further on the pending status of the negotiations, is also contributing to the lack of clarity. The end of the Special Prorate Agreement? Rumors about a possible end of the SPA with the start of the winter flight schedule have not been confirmed by Condor. The current agreement will continue for the time being until a final decision is made in the main proceedings. In 2022, the Federal Cartel Office determined that there was a claim under antitrust law to feeder flights and set specific framework conditions for the feeder flights. This decision led to Lufthansa filing an appeal with the Düsseldorf Higher Regional Court. The Condor spokeswoman

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Croatia Airlines: Towards year-round tourism

Jan Gruber 15 October 2024 12:22

Croatian airline Croatia Airlines is planning a comprehensive reorientation of its operations in order to diversify the country's seasonal travel market and stabilize it in the long term. Jasmin Bajić, CEO of Croatia Airlines, stresses the importance of a coordinated approach to promote both international air traffic and domestic tourism. During an interview with the monthly magazine Poduzetnik, Bajić explained the plans to expand the fleet and establish year-round connections from Croatia to international hubs. According to Bajić, Croatia Airlines will introduce a fleet of fifteen new Airbus A220 aircraft in the coming years, which will not only expand existing flight connections but also enable the company to enter new markets. These aircraft will be used primarily on longer routes, while the company plans to replace its fleet of regional turboprop aircraft with wet-lease offers. The decision to put the new Airbus aircraft into service follows the goal of increasing customer satisfaction and ensuring competitiveness in a rapidly changing aviation market. Bajić emphasizes that Croatia, as a popular tourist destination in Europe, has great potential to expand its tourist offer even in less popular months. "We have a vision to develop sustainable year-round tourism in the next five to ten years," says the CEO. This requires an integrative approach that focuses on cooperation with various players in the tourism sector, such as hotels and tour operators. With the introduction of additional aircraft, the airline plans to expand its route network. Six new Airbus A220s are expected in the next 14 months, opening up the possibility of opening new routes to international destinations.

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More international train connections: Deutsche Bahn focuses on networking

Amely Mizzi 15 October 2024 12:12

With the timetable change on December 15, 2024, Deutsche Bahn (DB) is announcing a comprehensive expansion of its international train service. With over 330 daily connections to the twelve neighboring countries, the service is expected to increase by around 25 percent compared to 2019. This project is not only a response to the growing demand for sustainable mobility, but also a commitment to an improved European transport network. DB wants to make rail transport more attractive through these measures. Whether this will succeed remains to be seen. One of the outstanding new offers is the daily connection from Berlin via Strasbourg to Paris, which will go into operation from December 16. This connection is not only a significant addition for travelers, but also promotes tourist exchange between Germany and France. The new ICE will offer travelers the opportunity to reach the French capital comfortably and quickly, making the train a serious alternative to air travel. In addition, for the first time, Amsterdam will be connected daily by ICE to Stuttgart and Munich without changing trains. This marks a further step in the international networking of German cities and could be of great importance, especially for business travellers. According to a survey by the European Railway Association, around 30 percent of travellers already use the train for international journeys, and this number could rise further with the new connections. A new daily late connection in both directions will be introduced between Frankfurt and Brussels from mid-April to early November. This measure is intended to offer travellers more flexibility and reduce the pressure on the often overcrowded high-speed trains.

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Royal Caribbean International opens new resort in Mexico

Amely Mizzi 15 October 2024 12:08

The US shipping company Royal Caribbean International has announced that it will be expanding its "Perfect Day" collection to include a new resort on the Caribbean coast of Mexico. The planned cruise destination "Perfect Day Mexico" in Mahahual, Quintana Roo state, is scheduled to be launched in 2027. According to a company statement, the new destination will offer a combination of "adrenaline-fueled thrills and relaxation" and will be characterized by the vibrancy and beauty of Mexico. Cruise vacationers can look forward to a variety of attractions, including a new water park, several swimming pools, beaches and various bars and restaurants. Further details on the planned facilities and offerings are to be released in the coming months. The addition of "Perfect Day Mexico" represents a significant investment in diversifying Royal Caribbean's cruise offering and aims to enrich the travel experience for vacationers.

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Sun Express plans further growth for 2025

Jan Gruber 15 October 2024 12:06

The holiday airline Sun Express expects strong growth for the coming year and plans to expand its fleet from the current 77 to up to 85 aircraft. This was announced by airline boss Max Kownatzki in an interview with Touristik Aktuell. Passenger numbers are expected to rise to around 15 million for the current year, corresponding to an increase of 12,6 million in 2023. The stable demand for travel to Turkey, Sun Express's main destination, plays a crucial role in its continued success. The airline offers almost 120 routes from 22 airports in the DACH countries to 18 destinations in Turkey. In addition, Sun Express is expanding into new markets such as Great Britain and strengthening its cooperation with other airlines, including the partnership with Air Cairo for flights to Egypt. This cooperation has now led to almost 120 flights per week to holiday destinations in Egypt. An expansion to Bulgaria with flights to Burgas and Varna from May 2025 is also planned. Kownatzki also highlights the collaboration with travel agencies, which led to a ten percent increase in bookings in 2024. The new B2B channel "Sun Expert", launched in May 2024, has helped improve the booking experience.

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Lufthansa Technik and Philippine Airlines expand cooperation

Amely Mizzi 15 October 2024 12:04

Lufthansa Technik and Philippine Airlines (PAL) have further strengthened their long-standing partnership with a new contract for the maintenance and repair of engine nacelles on the Airbus A321ceo. The agreement, which is due to come into force at the end of 2024, covers the maintenance, repair and overhaul of the air intakes of the V2500 engine as well as the provision of spare parts. The cooperation between PAL and Lufthansa Technik has existed for over 20 years and covers various areas of maintenance and repair (MRO). At the beginning of 2024, the partnership in the area of ​​engine maintenance was renewed, which complements existing agreements for Total Component Support (TCS) for PAL's Boeing 777 fleet. Lufthansa Technik Shenzhen, a subsidiary in China, will be responsible for the new tasks. Philippine Airlines, the national airline of the Philippines, operates an extensive route network with destinations in Asia, North America, Australia and the Middle East. The Lufthansa Technik Group is one of the leading providers of aircraft technical services and employs over 23.000 people worldwide.

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Traffic situation in Austria: Quiet weekend with exceptions

Stephen Steiner 15 October 2024 12:01

Next weekend, traffic on the roads in Austria will be mostly quiet. However, there are three significant exceptions that could cause longer delays and traffic jams: the "Caravan Salon" in Wels, the "Graz Football Derby" and the "Table Tennis European Championships" in Linz. The "Caravan Salon Austria" will take place from October 16 to 20, 2024 at the exhibition center in Wels and is expected to attract over 45.000 visitors. Around 230 exhibitors will present offers for motorhomes, caravans and campsites. Traffic authorities expect increased traffic around the exhibition center, especially on Saturday and Sunday, although there should be sufficient parking spaces. The "Graz Football Derby" between SK Sturm and GAK will take place on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at 17 p.m. With around 16.000 spectators expected, there will be traffic jams and delays in the area around the Merkur Arena. Fans are advised to use tram line 4 or use parking garages to avoid parking problems. At the same time, the European Table Tennis Championships will be held in the TIPS Arena in Linz, which also attracts a large audience. Here too, isolated delays in road traffic are possible, especially at weekends. Visitors are encouraged to use public transport to avoid traffic jams.

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FlyArystan receives new IATA code and positions itself independently

Jan Gruber 15 October 2024 11:59

The Kazakh low-cost airline FlyArystan, part of the Air Astana Group, will operate under the IATA code FS from January 1, 2025. Until this date, the airline will still use the code KC from its sister airline Air Astana. This change is part of a strategic realignment to more clearly differentiate FlyArystan and Air Astana. FlyArystan began flight operations in May 2019 and today serves an extensive route network within Kazakhstan as well as high-demand international routes, including destinations in Azerbaijan, China, Georgia and Uzbekistan. Since spring 2024, FlyArystan has also had its own Air Operator Certificate (AOC), which certifies the regulatory requirements for operating aircraft. With the introduction of the new IATA code FS, FlyArystan will also receive its own three-digit IATA airline prefix, which represents the first three digits of the flight ticket number and starts with 164. The Kazakh low-cost airline FlyArystan, part of the Air Astana Group, will operate under the IATA code FS from January 1, 2025. Until this date, the airline will still use the code KC from its sister airline Air Astana. This change is part of a strategic realignment to differentiate FlyArystan and Air Astana more clearly.

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