The Tourism Ministry has reported a net loss of NIS 18.7 billion from international tourism and NIS 756 million from domestic tourism, particularly affecting northern regions, nearly a year into the ongoing conflict. The ministry, which oversees the management of evacuated residents near the northern border and the Gaza border, has compiled data on the […]

Travelers flying between Europe and Australia are being warned of potential disruptions as a result of ongoing industrial action by Qantas engineers. While the strike is primarily affecting domestic routes in Australia, international connections, including those from Europe, could also experience delays due to the cascading effect of these operational challenges. Qantas engineers have launched […]

On Saturday afternoon, employees at the Omni New Haven Hotel marked a significant achievement by finalizing a new contract after months of protests and protracted negotiations. The newly agreed contract features a notable first-year wage increase of up to 14.5% and grants access to union-backed healthcare and pension benefits. This pivotal agreement underscores the increasing […]

The Disney Wonder has recently commenced its repositioning voyage in preparation for its second winter season in Australia and New Zealand. After completing a summer program in Alaska, the Disney Cruise Line vessel departed from Vancouver on September 23, 2024, embarking on a ten-night cruise to Hawaii. The journey to Honolulu includes five days of […]

The Kazakhstan International Tourism Exhibition, Astana Travel Expo, will take place from October 2 to 4, 2025, at the International Exhibition Center located at 53/1, Ave. Mangilik El, Astana, Kazakhstan. This event will showcase the latest developments in the tourism industry, bringing together professionals and experts from around the world to explore new opportunities and […]

Air India has recently introduced a policy requiring a dedicated committee to review fatigue calls made by its pilots and cabin crew. This initiative aims to address issues of fatigue within the airline’s workforce; however, it has also sparked significant debate regarding its potential implications for self-reporting among pilots. Critics of the policy express concerns […]

More than 1,000 Qantas engineers across Australia are set to walk off the job, warning of potential flight disruptions in major cities including Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane. The industrial action, scheduled to take place during peak-hour travel on Monday morning, could affect flights between 7 am and 9 am across three time zones, with Adelaide […]

Tours and activities marketplace Civitatis has announced a new partnership with Flybondi, Argentina’s first low-cost airline, aimed at enhancing travel experiences for passengers across the country. Through this collaboration, Flybondi will offer its customers access to thousands of activities available through Civitatis at all 23 domestic routes currently operated by the airline. This partnership allows […]

Quark Expeditions, a leader in polar adventure travel, has announced the appointment of two new directors to its sales leadership team, aimed at driving growth across the Americas. David Marathakis has been named Regional Sales Director for the Americas, and Randolph TenEyck takes on the role of Area Sales Director for the East. Both industry […]

Travellers flying to Australia from major cities such as Vancouver, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Dallas, New York, Honolulu, and Santiago may face significant delays due to the ongoing Qantas engineers’ strike. The industrial action, sparked by an unresolved wage dispute, could potentially disrupt international flights. With over a thousand Qantas engineers planning to walk off […]