The 2016 OAG Punctuality League report has been published and it’s congratulations to UK airline Flybe for being number 1 in the UK and an impressive 6th worldwide (an improvement of 11 places from 2015 were they were placed 17th). Executive chairman Simon Laffin, said: “Flybe operates more than 450 flights a day in very […]
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All of the Dubai airport taxis are set to be equipped with free WiFi and smart screens for the passengers to use. Dr Yousef Mohammed Al Ali, CEO of Dubai Taxi Corporation said: “Our cooperation with du to provide internet and smart screens across our Dubai Airport fleet embodies the Smart Dubai strategy to bring […]
Irish airline Aer Lingus are now providing visual guides for any passengers with autism or similar to help them be prepared for air travel. Aer Lingus Vice President Jack Foley commented: “Aer Lingus is proud to offer this proactive resource that allows families and caretakers who fly with our airline to narrate and prepare for […]
To coincide with the Italian Super Cup final between football giants AC Milan and Juventus on the 23rd December at Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium, fashion brand Diesel are linking up with AC Milan at Qatar Duty Free’s Junction Fashion boutique. The AC Milan team will fly out to Qatar wearing Diesel jeans and any customers […]
Haikou Meilan Airport’s Duty Free shop is adding 18,000sqm of retail space as they unveil the new Haikou Aviation Tourism Plaza early next year. A spokesman for Haikou Meilan Duty Free Shop said: “As one of the most important parts of the Haikou Aviation Tourism Plaza and with the expansion area of the Haikou Meilan Airport […]
Swarovski is teaming up with DFS Group to provide styling services to passengers at Hong Kong and Macau airports. Any customers who spend over the minimum requirement in either T Galleria in Hong Kong, or City of Dreams or Shoppes in Macua will receive a star ornamental crystal and a complimentary nail service from Swarovski. “Female […]
Glasgow Airport have launched the UK’s first “humanoid robot airport ambassador”. The robot is called ‘GLAdys’ – a play on the airport’s GLA IATA code – and she is stationed in the airport’s departures area with a job description of providing entertainment for passengers of all ages. One of GLAdys’ skills is singing and dancing, […]
A new inflight experience called SKYdeals is being launched by French digital agency Business Lab. This new service will provide a new shopping experience for passengers thanks to onboard WiFi and will be tested as a prototype onboard new French airline French Blue who fly out of Paris Orly airport. Julien Sivan, president of Business […]
From March 2018, passengers will be able to fly non-stop from London to Perth in Australia for the first time. Previously, the 9,000 mile (14,498km) journey would require you to make a connecting flight, but now Qantas are preparing to use Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners to make the flight non-stop in just 17 hours. The Dreamliner […]
Monarch teamed up with Leeds Bradford Airport last week to provide some fun for 150 local children with a party featuring a magician and face painters. After the party, the real fun came as the children got to fly in a plane and whilst up in the air above God’s county of Yorkshire, the big man himself […]
Mumbai Airport has opened a Clarks shoe store in it’s Terminal 2. British shoe manufacturer Clarks has 1,500 shops worldwide and 61 stores in India. The store opened last month and is Clarks’ third airport outlet in the Asia Pacific region. As the UK’s largest shoe retailer, Clarks have been providing footwear for all the […]
Boeing have revealed that they are working on developing ‘panoramic windows’ which are effectively the size of 3 standard sized airline windows. “With multiple potential locations based on the airplane type, it offers customers an unparalleled perspective of the world,” GKN Aerospace states. “We are thrilled to formally confirm our partnership with GKN Aerospace’s Fokker […]
Due to the current contracts of Motta International and Grupo Wisa expiring at the end of the month, the bidding for three 700sqm retail spaces at Panama Tocumen International airport will take place next month. A spokeswoman for the airport confirmed: “We are looking for an operator with experience in multiple airports around the world. […]
News and book store WHSmith has just opened up four stores at Helsinki Airport (terminal one). WHSmith international chairman Louis de Bourgoing said: “We are delighted to be bringing the WHSmith brand to Finland, building on the brand’s success in other countries in the Nordic region. The team has worked tirelessly to deliver the highest […]
Irish airline Ryanair has reported that passenger numbers during November rose to 8.8m which is an increase of 15%. Ryanair’s Kenny Jacobs said: “Ryanair’s November traffic grew by 15% to 8.8m customers, on the back of lower fares and the continuing success of our “Always Getting Better” customer experience programme. Customers can look forward to […]
Oslo Airport in Norway is getting a brand new Heinemann Duty Free Store today which was unveiled by Travel Retail Norway. The new store is in the North Pier of the airport and replaces the old Heinemann store which was in the East Pier. The new store is 550 sqm bigger than the old one. […]
AirAsia has started flying from the Philippines to Taiwan. The route began operating direct from Manila to Taipei (daily with late night flights) on 21st November, and then a few days later on the 25th, AirAsia also started flying from Cebu and Taipei (Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays). Philippines AirAsia’s CEO, Dexter Comendador said: “We are […]
Launched yesterday, AirAsia have introduced a ‘lowest price guaranteed’ promotion when passsengers pre-order online. Travellers flying on AirAsia Berhad flights can visit www.bigdutyfree.com to purchase the items, which come with a ‘Lowest Price Guaranteed’ tag. The items will then be delivered to passengers’ seats. AirAsia Berhad head of group Duty Free and Merchandise Sumeet Dhingra […]
Hong Kong Airlines is adding another continent to it’s route map – North America. Earlier this year they added flights to Oceania and will start flying across the Pacific to Vancouver from 30th June next year. The airline will be using it’s Airbus A330-200 aircraft and it’s continued growth will be bolstered it’s 15 new […]
Louis Royer have released a limited edition of 300 numbered decanters of a Grande Champagne Cognac called Eloge. The crystal decanter is designed like a diamond, which highlights the golden colours of the Cognac. Each decanter is handmade. The gorgeous Eloge Cognac has been carefully aged for decades in the Paradis Cellar of the house, which […]
Thursday saw the maiden flight of the largest version yet of the the super successful Airbus A350 commercial aircraft. “The A350-1000 is the world’s most modern and efficient passenger aircraft.” – President and CEO of Airbus Fabrice Brégier. The flight was in the skies above southern France and the test flight was very successful and lasted for […]
Irish airline Ryanair have predicted that their flights could well become free in the next 5 to 10 years if they shared in the profits that the stores at the airport made. Ryanair chief executive Michael O’Leary said “The challenge for us in the future is to keep driving air fares down. I have this […]
WHSmith has won a contract for seven stores at Athens International Airport. The stores will sell food, drinks, confectionary and items suited to passengers (travel plugs, cushions, etc) as well as Greek and international newspapers, books and magazines. WHSmith International chairman Louis de Bourgoing said: “Securing the contract for the stores in Athens is another […]
Sydney Airport has launched an official gift card today. You can use the card at all three terminals at the airport in all retail and food stores. A great gift idea for any travellers who frequent Sydney Airport, it comes in various sizes ranging from $20 and up to $250. Sydney Airport gift cards are […]
Travellers to Miami International Airport are invited to discover the Garden of Wonder by Perrier-Jouët, a whimsical immersive pop-up experience exploring the connection between the environment and art. The Garden of Wonder by Perrier-Jouët is designed to introduce culture to a passenger’s journey and act as a creative stepping stone to L’Eden by Perrier-Jouët, an […]
