Airlines Vistara survey finds passengers are enthusiastic to fly - are you? A poll by Vistara found a strong willingness to fly again, particularly to international destinations. How do you feel about taking to the skies?
Airlines Whoa: Qatar Airways issues USD 20m refund to Australian passenger A Qatar Airways customer in Australia got a huge refund for her cancelled business class tickets from Jakarta to London.
News Emirates premium services return; F&B discount at ITC for doctors; AA confirms Bangalore-Seattle delay Emirates has reintroduced ground services for its premium passengers in Dubai, including lounge access and chauffeur service.
News Qatar Airways' new service to Canada; Hard times for India’s airline staff; 50% of Lufthansa fleet back in business There’s positive news from Qatar Airways and Lufthansa, but things don’t look so bright at India’s airlines.
Hotels The taste of Taj in the comfort of your own home Those of you who are missing going out for fine dining can now enjoy food from two of India’s biggest luxury hotel brands, in the comfort of your own home.
Airlines Global airlines suspend Pakistani pilots after fake licenses scandal Airlines around the world are suspending Pakistani pilots, following the news that up to a third of the country’s commercial aviators have fake licenses.
Airlines The most shocking aspect of last month’s PIA crash in Karachi Revelations this week by the aviation minister of Pakistan mean PIA is one airline review that I’m happy to miss out on.
Airlines Why India's Vistara sees a ‘silver lining’ in coronavirus Indian airline Vistara thinks direct, long-haul flights will be more appealing to passengers trying to limit their exposure to coronavirus.
Hotels Oberoi to make European debut with London residences Indian hotel group Oberoi will offer 23 branded residences in Mayfair, London, located in an historic, listed building.
News US clamps down on Vande Bharat flights, accusing Air India of unfair practices Air India must seek advance permission and give 30 days’ notice for charter flights to the US after it was accused of impairing the rights of American carriers.
Airlines Virgin Atlantic plans its return to Delhi and Mumbai Virgin Atlantic is getting back on its feet, with flights expected to resume to key cities such as Tel Aviv, Miami, Delhi and Mumbai.
Airlines Air India's new travel waiver offers more flexibility Star Alliance airline Air India is offering more flexible conditions for both domestic and international passengers by introducing a new travel waiver.
News Vistara asks Boeing to delay delivery of 787 Dreamliners Coronavirus and the associated fall in demand for air travel means Vistara is working with Boeing to delay delivery of new 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft.
Airlines Singapore Airlines adding more cities, but has no plans to return to India yet Star Alliance member Singapore Airlines is reinstating service to 12 cities in Asia, Australasia and Europe in June and July.
Airlines Better late than never: British Airways extending Executive Club memberships by 12 months Oneworld airline British Airways is extending memberships of its Executive Club frequent flyer programme by one year, and making it easier to retain status.
Hotels How to earn 5,000 Singapore Airlines, BA, Etihad or Emirates miles with your first Rocketmiles hotel stay If you’re new to Rocketmiles, you can easily earn thousands of bonus miles with a whole range of airlines, including British Airways, Qatar Airways and more.
Airlines Etihad’s new travel voucher offers a 50% bonus - are you tempted? Would you buy an Etihad Travel Voucher to get a 50% bonus on the value? You’ll need to book by June 24 if you’re interested.
News Modi’s VVIP planes with $190m defence systems delayed until September Indian PM Narendra Modi and other VVIPs are expecting two Boeing planes fitted with state-of-the-art missile defence systems, though coronavirus means they will have to wait a little longer for them.
News Are they open, or aren’t they? Confusion as to whether Mumbai hotels can accept guests tonight Are Mumbai’s luxury hotels like Taj Mahal Palace, The Oberoi and ITC Maratha allowed to put you up tonight? It’s anyone’s guess!
News Taj named India’s strongest brand; Turkish adding hygiene attendants; Qatar Airways feeling bullish Taj, an Indian Hotels Company brand and owner of the luxury Taj Palace in Mumbai, has been named India’s strongest brand by Brand Finance.
Airlines Lufthansa plans Delhi flights for June, Austrian to resume service Lufthansa says it will add service to a number of long-haul destinations in June, including the Indian capital, from its Frankfurt and Munich hubs.
Airlines Oops: Air India pilot with corona cleared to fly to Moscow A pilot with a positive test result for coronavirus was cleared to operate a Vande Bharat repatriation flight this morning, after an oversight by Air India.
Hotels The only Indian property in this year’s Conde Nast Hot List A luxury Taj property is the only Indian entry to appear in the 2020 Hot List, which celebrates the best new hotel and cruise openings.
Airlines Cool: book a Vistara flight from Delhi to Kolkata and fly the Dreamliner Indian airline Vistara is using its new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner plane on a domestic route, offering flat bed seats in business class.
Airlines New American Airlines Bangalore service delayed until 2021 American Airlines is the latest carrier to announce a delay to a planned new service to India, as flights from Bangalore to Seattle are put on ice.
