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  • Etihad and TAROM Open New Links Across Eastern Europe

    Etihad Airways and TAROM, the national airline of Romania, have signed a codeshare agreement that connects Etihad’s global guests with Romania and Eastern Europe, and links travellers from Romania to Abu Dhabi, Etihad’s home and gateway to its worldwide network. The agreement was signed at the IATA Annual General Meeting in Rio de Janeiro. Under the partnership, Etihad guests can book a single ticket on TAROM flights from Bucharest to six cities across Romania: Baia Mare, Cluj-Napoca, Iasi, Oradea, Suceava, and Timisoara. The codeshare also extends to four Eastern European capitals: Belgrade, Budapest, Chisinau, and Sofia. Guests from Romania, in turn, can reach Abu Dhabi from Bucharest on Etihad’s new service.

    Published: Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:28:14 +0000
  • Winners of the 8th Edition of IATA Diversity & Inclusion Awards Announced

    “Diversity and inclusion give opportunities for the broadest of talent pools to build long-term, sustainable careers. Moreover, it brings airlines even closer to the diverse communities they connect to global networks. Congratulations to the winners of this year’s awards. They demonstrate the many ways that the aviation industry is growing stronger by advancing diversity and inclusion best practices,” said Karen Walker, Editor-in-Chief, Air Transport World and Chair of the judging panel.

    Published: Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:15:35 +0000
  • Al Habtoor Polo Resort’s All-New Summer Tent Arrives

    Al Habtoor Polo Resort is giving guests a fresh way to gather, dine, and beat the heat with the arrival of its new Summer Tent at Horse & Hound. Spacious, fully air-conditioned, and pet-friendly, the tent adds a lively seasonal dimension to the resort’s beloved Horse & Hound, with weekly entertainment, live sport, generous dining offers, and family-friendly experiences creating plenty of room for long leisurely afternoons and spirited evenings with friends.

    Published: Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:37:23 +0000
  • JA The Resort Welcomes Summer with Exclusive Stay Experiences and Seasonal Indulgences

    Situated on the golden shores of Jebel Ali Beach, JA The Resort invites guests to embrace the season of sun-soaked days, meaningful moments, and effortless relaxation. This Summer, the resort has crafted a special experience for those looking to make the most of their break, with ‘Summer Dining Stays’ available across its three distinct hotels for stays between June 1st and September 30th. Meanwhile, a series of fresh experiences across leisure, dining, and spa offer even more reasons to embrace the laidback pace of the warmer months.

    Published: Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:32:52 +0000
  • Jalisco, Mexico Takes Center Stage as Host of the 2026 MICHELIN Guide Ceremony

    Jalisco, Mexico has firmly established itself on the global culinary stage as the official host of the 2026 MICHELIN Guide Mexico Ceremony, marking a historic milestone for the destination and its rapidly growing gastronomic influence.

    Published: Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:33:10 +0000
  • Looney Tunes™ Land Now Open at Six Flags Magic Mountain

    Six Flags Magic Mountain is excited to announce that Looney Tunes™ Land, a uniquely themed area with loveable characters, is now open. The refreshed family-friendly area has been reimagined where the timeless fun of Looney Tunes™ comes to life. Developed in partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences and designed for young adventurers and families alike, Looney Tunes Land brings together colorful environments, playful attractions, and beloved characters for an all-new family experience filled with laughter, imagination and discovery. From scenic train rides and whimsical balloon adventures to interactive trails and camp-inspired fun, every corner of the land invites guests to explore the wacky worlds of Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Taz, Road Runner and more.

    Published: Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:30:56 +0000
  • Barbados and BVI Leaders Receive Top Honors at Caribbean Women in Tourism Leadership Awards

    Barbados’ top tourism executive Andrea Franklin, and Luce Hodge-Smith, junior minister of tourism and culture for the British Virgin Islands, received top honors during the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO) third annual Caribbean Women in Tourism Leadership Awards held at InterContinental New York Times Square during Caribbean Week in New York on Monday.

    Published: Sun, 07 Jun 2026 17:22:23 +0000
  • Roberto Alvo Chairs the IATA Board of Directors

    The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Roberto Alvo, CEO of LATAM Airlines Group, has taken up duties as Chair of the IATA Board of Directors. His one-year term began at the conclusion of the 82nd IATA Annual General Meeting in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on 8 June 2026. Alvo is the 84th Chair of the IATA Board of Directors on which he has served since 2020. Alvo succeeds Luis Gallego, CEO of International Airlines Group (IAG). Gallego will continue to serve on the Board.

    Published: Sun, 07 Jun 2026 17:18:01 +0000
  • Middle East Disruptions and High Fuel Prices Halve Airline Industry Profitability

    The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its latest financial outlook for the global airline industry showing a halving of profitability as a result of war-related Middle East disruptions and high fuel prices. The regional landscape, however, is highly differentiated. At the geographic center of the Middle East war, airlines in the Middle East are expected to collectively fall into the red with weak demand and operational disruptions. All other regions are expected to deliver profits, but at reduced levels from previous projections.

    Published: Sun, 07 Jun 2026 14:47:18 +0000
  • Lufthansa flies the men’s national team to the U.S.

    Starting in Chicago, with the World Cup on the horizon: Earlier this week, flight LH434 took off from Frankfurt Airport with the German men’s national soccer team on board, en route to the 2026 World Cup in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. As the official airline of the German men’s national soccer team, Lufthansa bid the team farewell with an exclusive departure event at the new Lufthansa Group Hangar One Congress and Visitor Center.

    Published: Sun, 07 Jun 2026 10:06:02 +0000