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Miral and Emirates Foundation train employees as part of ‘SANID’ Emergency Response Programme – Business Traveller

12Apr

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Miral and Emirates Foundation train employees as part of ‘SANID’ Emergency Response Programme – Business Traveller

Abu Dhabi-based creator of immersive destinations and experiences Miral has partnered with Emirates Foundation, a charity set up by the Government of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, for a series of specialised employee training workshops that are part of the charity’s national emergency response volunteer programme, “SANID”. Part of Miral’s ongoing partnership with Emirates Foundation, the workshops will enable employees across the Group to enhance their skills in crisis management, disaster preparedness, and emergency response. The initiative delivers upon Miral’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategy that includes skills development and educational programmes for employees, while aligning with the ‘SANID’ Programme goals to build dedicated teams of volunteers who are well-prepared t...

Ten airports achieve new Level 5 in Airport Carbon Accreditation programme – Business Traveller

9Dec

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Ten airports achieve new Level 5 in Airport Carbon Accreditation programme – Business Traveller

ACI EUROPE has awarded a new Level 5 within its Airport Carbon Accreditation programme, which independently assesses and recognises the efforts of airports to manage and reduce their carbon emissions. Announced at COP28, the new top Level 5 “recognises the ultimate achievement and maturity in airport carbon management”, based on requirements including: Reaching and maintaining ≥ 99 per cent absolute CO2 emissions reductions in Scope 1 and 2 (direct and indirect emissions under the airport’s control), and committing to achieving net zero in Scope 3 (indirect emissions outside of the airport’s control) by 2050 or sooner Removing residual emissions from the atmosphere through investment in credible carbon removal projects Outlining detailed steps to achieve their emissions reduction target...

World of Hyatt outlines programme changes for 2024 – Business Traveller

3Dec

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World of Hyatt outlines programme changes for 2024 – Business Traveller

World of Hyatt is making a number of changes to its World of Hyatt loyalty programme from the start of 2024, which it says will offer “more flexibility and choices for members”. From 1 January members will have access to a wider range of milestone rewards, including the choice of either 2,000 Bonus Points on their next stay at selected properties, two Club Access Awards, or a $25 FIND experience credit when reaching 20 Qualifying Nights / 35,000 Base Points. The Guest of Honor benefit – which currently gives elite Globalist members the unlimited opportunity to share their in-hotel benefits with chosen guests – is also being reimagined. Instead members will now receive a Guest of Honour award after 40 nights / 65,000 Base Points, with another two awards after achieving 60 nights / 100,000...

SAS unveils EuroBonus Conscious Traveler reward programme – Business Traveller

29Nov

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SAS unveils EuroBonus Conscious Traveler reward programme – Business Traveller

SAS has announced plans for a new scheme which will reward customers for making “conscious choices”. The SAS EuroBonus Conscious Traveler programme will launch in January, and will offer members a “variety of rewards” when they complete ten or more “conscious steps” during a calendar year. More details on the rewards on offer and the steps which can be taken will be announced at the beginning of the year, but SAS said that “in time” steps will include: Learning more about sustainable aviation fuel Purchasing biofuel Donating EuroBonus points to charity Purchasing conscious products in the SAS EuroBonus shop to reduce your footprint at home Reducing food waste by pre-ordering or opting out of meals Opting for more sustainable choices during your entire journey A landing page has been pu...

Hotel Indigo launches programme allowing locals to borrow everyday items – Business Traveller

18Nov

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Hotel Indigo launches programme allowing locals to borrow everyday items – Business Traveller

IHG’s Hotel Indigo brand has launched a new programme enabling locals to borrow everyday items such as sugar, olive oil, salt and pepper, and tea and coffee from its hotels. Borrowed by Hotel Indigo, inspired by its latest marketing campaign ‘The World’s Neighbourhood Hotel, invites people who live in the same zip code or postcode to “borrow” everyday necessities. Participating hotels will have display signage at check-in, outlining what’s available to borrow, and items will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis – they are not available to reserve or hold. Staff members will assemble and package the items in a tote bag for them to take away. There is no cost to borrow the items, nor a requirement to return the items. The programme is in place at select properties in the US and ...

Atlantis Dubai extends 1 USD conservation programme for another year – Business Traveller

11Oct

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Atlantis Dubai extends 1 USD conservation programme for another year – Business Traveller

Atlantis Dubai has selected nine local and international conservation and sustainability projects to receive funding from its Atlantis Atlas Project 1 USD initiative. From June 2022 to May 2023, for every marine animal experience participated in by a guest, Atlantis Dubai contributed US$1, resulting in a US$140,000 fund. In the programme’s first year, Atlantis contributed US$120,000 of funding, and since launching in June 2021, the 1 USD contribution initiative has raised over a quarter of a million dollars. Since April, organisations around the world were invited to apply for funding, after which proposals were solicited and assessed by the internal Atlantis Conservation and Science Committee. Atlantis Atlas Project currently focuses on four key groups of wildlife; sharks, rays, dolphin...

9Oct

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Eurostar unveils new brand campaign, with a single website, app and loyalty programme – Business Traveller

Eurostar has launched its new brand identity under the slogan ‘Together we go further’, highlighting its expanded network following the merger with Thalys earlier this year. While the merger officially took place in May 2022, Eurostar has now unveiled a single website and mobile app, where customers can book connections across mainland Europe, as well as a joint loyalty programme under the existing Club Eurostar branding. The website and app now feature the new symbol and logo inspired by l’Etoile du Nord, the original train service linking Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam, which is also a tribute to the first Eurostar logo. The fleet of 51 trains will also feature the Eurostar name and new logo, though colours differ depending on the destination. The trains serving London are blue, while t...

Delta revamps inflight wine programme – Business Traveller

8Oct

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Delta revamps inflight wine programme – Business Traveller

The new selection includes Casa Saulita Chenin Chardonnay in Delta Premium Select, Delta Comfort Plus, and Main Cabin, and Pebble Lane Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay in domestic first class. Delta One cabins will see additions including: Reds Jordan Cabernet (September to November 2023), Famille Perrin Chateauneuf-du-Pape (December 2023 to February 2024), Luca “G-Lot” Pinot Noir (December 2023 to February 2024), Intercept by Charles Woodson Cabernet Sauvignon (March to May 2024), and Susana Balbo Signature Malbec (June to July 2024) Whites Invivo X, SJP (December 2023, January to March 2024, and June to July 2024), Bodegas Ontanon Tempranillo Blanco (March to May 2024), and House of Brown Chardonnay (December 2023, January to February 2024, and June to July 2024) Commenting on the sel...

15Aug

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Cathay Pacific revamps business loyalty programme – Business Traveller

Cathay Pacific has revamped its corporate loyalty ‘Business Plus’ programme and travel management platform. Aimed at small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and growing businesses, Business Plus allows SMEs to manage their business travel in a self-service travel platform. The Hong Kong-based oneworld carrier says Business Plus members can now earn Asia Miles to their company Business Plus account rather than their personal accounts. Moreover, Business Plus members can use Asia Miles to redeem rewards such as Cathay frequent flyer programme silver membership, equivalent to oneworld Ruby status, as well as lounge passes which they can gift to other travellers. Asia Miles can also be transferred to any employee’s individual Cathay account for flight, hotel and lifestyle redemptions. ...

Korean Air improves ‘Cash and Miles’ programme – Business Traveller

12Aug

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Korean Air improves ‘Cash and Miles’ programme – Business Traveller

SkyTeam member Korean Air has enhanced its “Cash and Miles” programme to allow customers to redeem more miles when purchasing tickets. From 10 August, the maximum amount of redeemable miles for a Cash and Miles ticket has increased from 20 per cent to 30 per cent. Cash and Miles is an option that allows its SKYPASS members to pay for tickets using a combination of cash and award miles and is available for all departure dates and booking classes. Korean Air introduced the Cash and Miles program in 2021 to provide more opportunities for customers to redeem their miles. Customers may redeem from 500 miles up to 30 per cent of the fare (excluding taxes and fuel surcharges) with miles when purchasing tickets through the airline’s website or mobile app. The remaining 70 per cent may be pa...