Air New Zealand has partnered with Aotea for its new amenity kit contents, highlighting Māori herbal practices. The new items are developed by Aotea, featuring native New Zealand ingredients, such as Kawakawa, Harakeke and Mānuka. Air New Zealand's new Aotea amenity kits are available to customers travelling in Business Premier and Premium … [Read more...]

It seems that Finnair is not in the greatest of fiscal shapes, with changes t its baggage rules and increased redemption costs. Finnair Airbus A330-300 at Helsinki Vantaa Airport - Image, Economy Class and Beyond Let's talk about baggage To start with, the airline is introducing a "Superlight" ticket, which will replace Economy Light tickets on Finnair journeys within … [Read more...]

It seems Air New Zealand is pulling back more of the curtain about its Skynest (the economy class bunk-bed) product. It was unveiled at TRENZ – New Zealand's largest international tourism business event – where a real-life Skynest experience was available for the first time. The Skynest will be a six-pod configured sleep zone that offers sessions for economy … [Read more...]

Some big news out of the Arabian Travel Market, with Etihad and Emirates expanding their cooperation, with an interline agreement being expanded. The aim of the agreement is to provide travellers with additional itinerary options when visiting the UAE. It is also a first-of-its-kind agreement between the two UAE carriers that aims to capitalise on opportunities to … [Read more...]

Sometimes, it's nice to enjoy beer, without the alcohol. JetBlue is working with the Athletic Brewing Company, so it can be the first major U.S. airline to sell non-alcoholic beer at 35,000 feet. The Upside Dawn Golden by will be offered on all JetBlue domestic flights from May onwards. Upside Dawn is a bright and light-bodied brew that has been crafted to remove … [Read more...]

With the coronation of King Charles III upcoming, there are going to be more companies and organisations joining the bandwagon to celebrate. Heathrow Airport is joining in - with the airport set to release an exclusive run of commemorative luggage tags to mark the Coronation. Heathrow is set to welcome 12,000 flights in the 10 days around the coronation – … [Read more...]

British Airways’ Gatwick-based short-haul subsidiary, BA Euroflyer, has expanded the options for customers to purchase in Euro Traveller (economy class) and launched new seasonal menus in Club Europe (business class). Punchy Drinks are available too - Image, British Airways.  The airline has worked with Tourvest to expand its onboard offering by introducing … [Read more...]

China Airlines has announced it is partnering with Le Palais, the only three-star Michelin restaurant in Taiwan, to deploy a new “Skyward 3-Stars Private Cuisine” in-flight menu. The new menu will be introduced on all long-haul flights to Europe and North America departing from Taiwan starting on the 21st of April. The menu, designed by Le Palais will be … [Read more...]