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The domestic network of full-service airline Vistara will now include Jaipur (Rajasthan), with direct connections to and from Mumbai, as of September 30. After Udaipur, Jaipur will be its next stop in the state. The airline said that it will run two flights each day on its three-class A320neo aircraft. Daily departures from Mumbai for flight UK-0561 are at 12.25 and 6. All channels, including the airline website, mobile app, OTAs (online travel agencies), and other travel agents, are accepting reservations for the flights. Vinod Kannan, CEO, Vistara said: "The glorious city of Jaipur continues to be listed amongst the world's major tourist destinations, attracting people from across geographies. We are delighted to be able to contribute towards further elevating the tourism poten...

In an effort to improve global connectivity, IndiGo, India's largest airline, has announced a new daily direct flight between Hyderabad and Riyadh in addition to increasing frequency on the routes between Hyderabad and Doha and Mangalore and Dubai. According to top officials, this new route and extra frequency would improve connection between India and the Middle East. Sanjay Kumar, Chief Strategy and Revenue Officer, IndiGo said, "We are pleased to strengthen our network by introducing new international flights and frequencies. The new connection to Riyadh will enhance business connectivity and easy access to tourist attractions like Al Masmak Fortress, National Museum, Heet Caves, Imam Turki Bin Abdullah Grand Mosque, and Kingdom Center Tower, among others." The flights will al...

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is pleased to advise that applications opened on 1 September, 2022, for Thailand’s new ‘Long-Term Resident (LTR)’ visa, which offers multiple benefits for holders, including a 10-year visa (extendable) and permission to work in the kingdom. Mr. Yuthasak Supasorn, said “The new long-term resident visa is aimed at enhancing Thailand’s attractiveness to ‘high-potential’ foreigners as a regional hub to live and do business in. Also, it will embrace a crucial role to promote Thailand as a ‘Remote Worker Friendly’ destination and help us tap this targeted segment. It is expected to attract foreign talent and expertise that can contribute to domestic spending and support economic growth. With the long-term resident visa, the Thai government wants to bri...

The restart of cross-border bus services between West Kalimantan, Indonesia, and Sarawak, Malaysia, which had been suspended because of the COVID-19 outbreak, was praised by the Indonesian consul general in Kuching, Malaysia. Raden Sigit Witjaksono said on Friday in Kuching, Malaysia, that the resumed cross-border bus services will aid in both nations' economic recovery. "Thank God, with the support of all parties, the Consulate General in Kuching continues to encourage and make efforts to improve economic conditions, one of which is the opening of land transportation from West Kalimantan to Sarawak, Malaysia, and vice versa that was closed for more than two years due to the impact of COVID-19," he remarked. He said, since the border between the two countries was reopened, the co...

Ground personnel utilized by major airlines like Qantas, Emirates, and Etihad, are set to go on strike over a new deal that will result in pay reductions for experienced workers, bringing them below legal award criteria. The strike action will have an impact on the travel plans of overseas passengers on other airlines as well as Qantas travellers in Adelaide. On September 12, hundreds of Dnata ground handlers will go on a 24-hour strike, and Menzies Aviation in Victoria and NSW will request permission from the Fair Work Commission to run a protected action vote. The strikes will have an impact on Qantas's domestic and international operations primarily. A total of 350 employees at Adelaide, Sydney, and Brisbane airports will cease working as a result of the strike action, the...

In an effort to reduce noise and air pollution, the Boeing 747 and similar four-engine aircraft will not be permitted to land in Israel starting at the end of March, according to the airports authority, which was reported by Reuters. According to the Israel Airports Authority, Tel Aviv won't be able to accommodate such huge aircraft during the upcoming summer travel season. The authority said it had previously informed airlines that they would not be permitted to land huge aircraft at Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv as of the summer of 2023 as part of a larger plan being developed to rehabilitate the local environment. The rule mostly applies to cargo airplanes because most, if not all, airlines no longer fly 747s and other four-engine aircraft to Israel. The nation's flag airl...

P&O Cruises' new ship Arvia will debut in December with a Caribbean and Spanish food showcase. More than 30 bars and restaurants on board will feature exclusive destination-inspired menus from Local Food Heroes Shivi Ramoutar and José Pizarro. At The Beach House, queen of contemporary Caribbean cooking Shivi will cook up a range of dishes including vibrant Jerk Chicken Supreme with rice and peas, coleslaw and fried plantain. Passengers at The Glass House and Cellar Door venues will be able to try tapas created by acclaimed Spanish chef José which are paired with wines selected by Food Hero Olly Smith. Arvia will feature new exclusive restaurants including Green & Co feat. Mizuhana, offering fish and plant-based dishes, and 6th Street Diner, an all-American venue for ...

Hamad International Airport Doha’s Hamad International Airport (HIA) has opened the Oryx Garden Hotel, the second airport hotel within its award-winning terminal. This is the newest location where travelers can unwind during a layover, and it is located in the North Plaza. The Oryx Garden Hotel is only one of the numerous novelties that will be introduced as part of the HIA's airport development project in preparation for the eagerly awaited FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. The airport expansion project substantially expands HIA's cutting-edge amenities, which will include more than 90 brands in one sizable shopping area, a world-class art collection, a refreshing environment with lush greenery, and a 10,000 sq m indoor tropical garden with a 268 sq m water feature – a focal point for all...

Lufthansa Airlines has canceled 800 flights from Germany on Friday and is warning that disruption could continue over the weekend. Pilots at Germany's airline Lufthansa began a planned 24-hour strike shortly after midnight on Friday. The strike forced the carrier to cancel 800 flights, impacting about 130.000 passengers. The strike will have an impact on all Lufthansa flights leaving Germany on Friday, particularly those with large bases in Frankfurt and Munich. Many German states are currently ending their summer vacations, which is causing inconvenience for many families. In order to avoid the expected travel mayhem, passengers were encouraged to use the train or reschedule their flights for a different day. None of the subsidiaries of Lufthansa, including Swiss, Austr...