unveils – The News Desk

Aer Lingus unveils new business class menu and grows IFE library – Business Traveller

16Apr

By adminNo Comments

Travel

Aer Lingus unveils new business class menu and grows IFE library – Business Traveller

Aer Lingus has launched a new business class menu while also expanding its inflight entertainment library by more than a third. The Irish flag carrier updates its menus every three months, with the latest iteration including dishes such as skin-on thyme and parsley chicken supreme, herb-infused roasted pork, pan-fried hake, citrus-marinated salmon and a vegetarian root vegetable and pearl barley stew. The airline will also serve starters of Irish smoked salmon, saffron-poached prawns, and a roast parsnip and seasonal apple soup, while desserts include a choice of lemon cream mousse and a local cheese board. Aer Lingus has also boosted its inflight entertainment library by more than a third, adding up to 48 Irish movies and more than 1,000 TV episodes to screens this year. The carrier rev...

St. Regis Goa Resort unveils new restaurant: Oliveto

4Apr

By adminNo Comments

Travel

St. Regis Goa Resort unveils new restaurant: Oliveto

The anticipation builds at St. Regis Goa Resort as Oliveto, a sophisticated Italian eatery, opens its doors, adding a unique culinary experience to South Goa’s dining scene. Set against picturesque pool views and tastefully designed interiors, Oliveto celebrates the essence of Italian cuisine, focusing on the purity of ingredients and the timeless allure of olive oil, a staple of Mediterranean gastronomy. Embracing the Italian philosophy of “La Dolce Vita”, Oliveto presents a menu steeped in tradition yet infused with contemporary flair. Each dish reflects Italy’s rich culinary heritage, crafted with meticulous attention to detail and an emphasis on fresh, vibrant flavours. The restaurant’s ambiance, reminiscent of rustic Italian charm, invites guests to savor every moment in a vibrant a...

Air France-KLM unveils refurbished Air-Rail Terminal at Brussels-South station – Business Traveller

3Apr

By adminNo Comments

Travel

Air France-KLM unveils refurbished Air-Rail Terminal at Brussels-South station – Business Traveller

Air France and KLM have opened a fully refurbished Air-Rail Terminal at Brussels-South (also known as Bruxelles-Midi or Brussel-Zuid). The revamped facility is open daily between 0530 and 1830, and comes ahead of a seventh daily high-speed rail service being added between Brussels-South and Paris CDG this summer. The group’s Air&Rail offering enables customers to purchase combined train and air travel under one booking, with a guaranteed seat on the next available flight or train if either service is delayed. Flying Blue members also earn miles on the rail section of the booking, and elite members get benefits including priority check-in, additional luggage allowance, and access to the Eurostar lounge at Brussels-South. Air France and KLM have offered integrated air-rail services for...

Heathrow unveils plans for new baggage system at Terminal 2 – Business Traveller

22Dec

By adminNo Comments

Travel

Heathrow unveils plans for new baggage system at Terminal 2 – Business Traveller

Heathrow has announced plans to build a new dedicated baggage system at its Terminal 2. The terminal currently uses a 30-year-old system housed within the airport’s Terminal 1, which closed to passengers in 2015 after 47 years of operation. BEUMER Group has been appointed to deliver the six-year project, with the new system capable of handling 31,000 bags per day when complete. Heathrow also said that “new technology with greater data analytics means the upgrade will deliver the predictable and reliable service customers need”. The dedicated T2 baggage system will allow Heathrow to demolish what remains of T1, which will in turn enable the airport to move forward with what it is calling its “new vision for the ‘heart of Heathrow’”. Long term plans will see more capacity added at T2 (also...

Air India unveils new Manish Malhotra-designed uniforms – Business Traveller

13Dec

By adminNo Comments

Travel

Air India unveils new Manish Malhotra-designed uniforms – Business Traveller

The uniforms will be phased in over the next few months starting with crew on the carrier’s first A350-900 aircraft – the first of which is expected to be delivered before the end of the year. Malhotra has also designed uniforms for Air India’s ground staff, engineers, and security personnel, with these set to be unveiled “in due course”. Earlier this year Air India unveiled its new livery and brand identity featuring a chakra-inspired pattern and a custom-made ‘Air India Sans’ font. Air India unveils new livery and brand identity In February the carrier announced record orders for 470 Airbus and Boeing aircraft, and a US$400 million refurbishment of existing widebody fleets is set to start in 2024 Commenting on the news Campbell Wilson, chief executive officer and managing director, Ai...

British Airways returns to Stansted and unveils Avios-Only Dubai flights – Business Traveller

12Dec

By adminNo Comments

Travel

British Airways returns to Stansted and unveils Avios-Only Dubai flights – Business Traveller

Dubai announced as Avios-Only flight destination In long-haul news, the airline has announced that Dubai will be the next destination for its Avios-Only flight initiative, where every seat onboard is available to purchase using Avios. Normally BA guarantees a minimum of 12 and 14 reward seats on short- and long-haul flights respectively. The BA105 route from London Heathrow to Dubai will offer 214 reward seats across three cabins on 26 October, 2024. BA108 will return a week later on 2 November, 2024 with 256 reward seats available across four cabins. These are available to book from £100 + 60,000 Avios. The carrier first launched the Avios-only service in April this year, initially with routes from Gatwick to Sharm El Sheikh and Heathrow to Geneva, followed up by a second round of fligh...

LNER unveils first class Christmas menu – Business Traveller

3Dec

By adminNo Comments

Travel

LNER unveils first class Christmas menu – Business Traveller

LNER has launched its Christmas menu for first class customers, which is available until 3 January, 2024. This year’s menu comes with a festive cocktail, designed exclusively for LNER by Tom Savano. The blood orange Christmas Cosmo include lime, cranberry and vodka, while further festive drinks include an apple and sweet cinnamon tea produced by Taylors of Harrogate. Dishes on the Christmas menu include a turkey and cranberry ‘sausage’ roll, topped with sage and black onion seeds and served with an orange, spiced carrot and pumpkin ketchup; a cheese and slaw sandwich served on malted wheat grain bread; and ravioli with burrata, truffle and spinach sauce. This will be followed by a chocolate and hazelnut dessert pot or Baileys chocolate truffles. Customers in standard class can also purch...

SAS unveils EuroBonus Conscious Traveler reward programme – Business Traveller

29Nov

By adminNo Comments

Travel

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...

Thai Airways unveils new Royal Silk amenity kits – Business Traveller

26Nov

By adminNo Comments

Travel

Thai Airways unveils new Royal Silk amenity kits – Business Traveller

Thai Airways has partnered with silk brand Jim Thompson for its latest amenity kits for Royal Silk (business class) passengers. The bags have been created with biodegradable fabric and come in six different designs, each paired with a “velvety-soft” eye mask in a coordinating design. The six Jim Thompson prints draw inspiration from Thai culture and natural beauty. Bupha is inspired by the Dendrobium orchid; Mini Elephants pays homage to the Thai elephant; Porcelain nods to the historical connection between Portugal and China; Amphawa is inspired by canal homes and floating markets in Samut Songkhram; Royal Garland echoes the tradition of crafting garlands as symbols of good fortune in Thai culture; and Yatra showcases the grandeur of elephant processions. Contents include a biodegradabl...

Qantas unveils A220 Aboriginal paint scheme – Business Traveller

19Nov

By adminNo Comments

Travel

Qantas unveils A220 Aboriginal paint scheme – Business Traveller

The aircraft (named after the artwork Minyma Kutjara Tjukurpa) will be configured with 10 business class and 127 economy seats, and will initially operate flights between Melbourne and Canberra. Qantas said the A220 had almost double the range of its existing 717 aircraft, allowing it to fly between any city in Australia. The group said that the planes would mostly be used to connect smaller capital cities like Canberra and Hobart with major hubs in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney. Commenting on the news Qantas Group CEO, Vanessa Hudson, said: “These aircraft have the potential to change the way our customers travel across the country, with the ability to connect any two cities or towns in Australia. “That means faster and more convenient travel for business trips and exciting new possibi...