Air India is refreshing its identity. It has placed a massive aircraft order, rolled out new crew uniforms, adopted a new aircraft livery and begun installing refreshed seats. Alongside a new website, the airline has also revamped its Air India Flying Returns loyalty program. Here’s what you need to know about the updated Air India Flying Returns program. What…
“I could really go for another slice of pizza,” I thought, as I eyed the gelato along the Lido Deck’s outdoor piazza and hummed, “That’s Amore” — a tune that has seemed to play on repeat since I boarded the Carnival Firenze ship four days ago. When I first heard Carnival Cruise Line was adopting a couple of ships…
Spirit Airlines is once again adding a slew of new routes that double down on the airline’s recent strategy of boosting service in entrenched hubs of network carriers. This time, the Dania Beach, Florida-based carrier is launching eight new routes for the peak summer season, all of which touch either Dallas-Fort Worth or Detroit. Spirit spokesperson Tommy Fletcher confirmed…
The Colombian carrier Avianca is partnering with Cardless to release two new credit cards, which will be available in late May. These cards will utilize American Express as their payment processor. Avianca is known for its LifeMiles loyalty program, which has some nice sweet spot redemptions. And just like we saw with the recent waitlist offer on the upcoming…
April might only have 30 days, but this year, those days were filled with some pretty exciting hotel news — especially for Hilton and Hyatt loyalists. On the Hilton front, the company announced it purchased a majority stake in the parent company of NoMad Hotels and plans to grow the luxury lifestyle brand to more than 100 hotels worldwide….
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Hotel elite status carries benefits that can make every stay more comfortable, more rewarding and more affordable. Hopefully, you already have a plan regarding elite status qualification (or requalification) for your favorite hotel chains. Remember, you can obtain elite status in some of the major…
The Group is set to maintain and build on Its leading position in the Kingdom, boasting over 25,000 rooms open and in the pipeline across a diverse range of brands from Economy to Lifestyle and Luxury, including branded residences, the portfolio will be further enriched with the growth of its existing brands and the debut of new brands such…
Marriott International, Inc. and Al Qimmah Hospitality (a subsidiary of BinDawood Trading) today announced the signing of an agreement to introduce the JW Marriott brand in Jeddah. Situated on the Jeddah Corniche, JW Marriott Hotel Jeddah is anticipated to be a haven for travelers who seek a luxury escape to the waterfront destination, paired with exceptional service and holistic…
Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, in partnership with Alesayi Holding, a leader in the Saudi Arabian real estate market with a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial units, has announced plans for the opening of a new hotel and residences development, Abraj Omar Hotel & Residences Makkah – MGallery Collection, located in the heart of the Holy City of…
Ladun Investment Company signed a partnership agreement with award-winning hospitality group, Cheval Collection featuring numerous contracts for the construction and operation of Cheval Ladun Living – a tower featuring luxury hotel apartments situated on King Fahd Road (near King Abdullah Financial Center) in Riyadh. The signing took place during the prestigious Future Hospitality Summit held in Riyadh from April…
