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Disneyland Paris Now Open

Disneyland Paris is now open with a number of “reinforced” health and safety measures in place to protect visitors, cast members and staff. As part of a phased return, Disneyland Park, Walt Disney Studios Park, Disney’s Newport Bay Club, Disney’s…

Abu Dhabi’s Yas Theme Parks Now Open

For all those eager to ride record-breaking roller-coasters at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, splash into the ultimate water adventure at Yas Water-world or meet their favourite Animation characters at Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, the wait is now over. Closed…

Radisson Blu Opens its First Resort in The Maldives

Located in in the Alifu Dhaalu Atoll, this stunning retreat is just 105 kilometres from Malé’s Velana International Airport. Guests can take a scenic 30-minute seaplane direct to the resort or a 20-minute domestic flight from Malé to Maamigili Airport…

Virgin Atlantic Back in the Skies

After a three-month absence, Virgin Atlantic has welcomed customers back onboard with the first passenger flight having departed London Heathrow to Hong Kong. New York JFK and Los Angeles will be amongst the other destinations to restart with further routes…

Firmdale Reopens Hotels in New York and London

Firmdale is delighted to announce the reopening of a trio of its hotels on both sides of the Atlantic. Situated on a quiet cobbled street in New York’s vibrant SoHo neighbourhood, Crosby Street is now open. It will be joined…

Raffles Bali Now Open

Marking the 15th property in the Raffles Hotels & Resorts’ portfolio, Raffles Bali is now open. It is the brand’s second hotel in Indonesia, joining the stunning Raffles Jakarta. Offering unparalleled views over the Indian Ocean and the famous Jimbaran…

EU Puts 14 Countries on Safe List

The EU has announced 14 countries whose citizens can be let into the bloc from 1st July. The countries are Algeria, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, Montenegro, Morocco, New Zealand, Rwanda, Serbia, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia and Uruguay. The US, China…

Nobu Hotel London Portman Square to Open in November.

Nobu Hotel London Portman Square has announced a November launch date. The opening will see the group’s iconic Nobu Berkeley Street restaurant close after 15 years and move into the Portman Square property. The hotel will also feature 249 bedrooms…

Flights to Resume at London City Airport

London’s City Airport has announced it will restart commercial operations at the end of June with domestic services, flying to “key” UK cities and regions. International flights will resume in early July, although the exact timing may depend on the…

Sabre Terminates Agreement with Lufthansa

Skift reveals how the breakdown of the deal between the Lufthansa Group and Sabre signals new risks for corporate travel. It was on 12th May that Lufthansa informed its travel agency partners that its fares would be removed from the…

Lufthansa to Double its Active Fleet

The beginning of June will see Lufthansa increase the number of aircraft in service from 80 to 160, after the German flagship carrier grounded much of its 763-strong fleet due to the coronavirus pandemic. The group, which includes Swiss International…

Air Canada Launches CleanCare+ Programme

Air Canada has announced the launch of Air Canada CleanCare+, a programme of enhanced health and safety protocols designed to provide customers with greater peace of mind during all stages of travel. It will include such measures as mandatory health…

Consumers Still ‘Dreaming of Travel’ Despite Crisis

According to research released by travel analytics firm ForwardKeys, consumers are still “dreaming of travel” despite an almost total global collapse in airline demand amid the global pandemic. Although much of the world’s population was in lockdown during March, analysis…

The Chedi Andermatt Reopens in May

8th May 2020 will see the five-star The Chedi Andermatt in Switzerland fully reopen, including its restaurants, bars, room service and spa. Guests may also use the Andermatt Swiss Alps Golf Course free of charge until the end of May…