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THAI announces Summer Flight Schedule

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BANGKOK, 21 March 2021: Thai Airways International (THAI) confirms it will schedule flights to 61 destinations worldwide during the summer timetable from 31 March to 26 October 2024, focusing on two new destinations — Milan and Oslo — a substantial increase in direct flights to Europe and almost returning to pre-Covid frequencies for destinations in China.

Intercontinental routes

1. Bangkok – Munich: daily.
2. Bangkok – Frankfurt: twice daily.
3. Bangkok – Istanbul: daily.
4. Bangkok – Stockholm: daily.
5. Bangkok – Copenhagen: daily.
6. Bangkok – Zurich: daily.
7. Bangkok – Paris: daily.
8. Bangkok – London: twice daily.
9. Bangkok – Oslo*: daily (*starting 1 July 2024).
10. Bangkok – Milan*: daily (*starting 1 July 2024).
11. Bangkok – Melbourne: twice daily flights.
12. Bangkok – Sydney: twice daily.
13. Bangkok – Perth: daily.

Regional routes 

1. Bangkok – Sapporo*: daily (*adjusts to triple weekly flights from 1 May 2024, every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday).
2. Bangkok Tokyo (Narita): triple daily.
3. Bangkok – Tokyo (Haneda): twice daily.
4. Bangkok – Nagoya: daily.
5. Bangkok – Osaka: twice daily.
6. Bangkok – Fukuoka: daily.
7. Bangkok – Manila: twice daily.
8. Bangkok – Seoul: triple daily.
9. Bangkok – Taipei: triple daily.
10. Bangkok – Kaohsiung: daily.
11. Bangkok – Hong Kong: four flights daily.
12. Bangkok – Beijing*: daily (*increases to 10 flights per week from 2 July 2024)
13. Bangkok – Shanghai*: daily (*increases to 11 flights per week from 2 July 2024)
14. Bangkok – Guangzhou: daily.
15. Bangkok – Chengdu: daily.
16. Bangkok – Kunming: daily.
17. Bangkok – Phnom Penh: twice daily.
18. Bangkok – Vientiane: twice daily.
19. Bangkok – Ho Chi Minh: twice daily.
20. Bangkok – Hanoi: twice daily.
21. Bangkok – Singapore: 35 flights weekly.
22. Bangkok – Jakarta: twice daily.
23. Bangkok – Denpasar: daily.
24. Bangkok – Penang: daily.
25. Bangkok – Kuala Lumpur: twice daily.
26. Bangkok – Yangon: twice daily.
27. Bangkok – Ahmedabad: daily.
28. Bangkok – Mumbai: 11 flights weekly.
29. Bangkok – Delhi: 22 flights weekly.
30. Bangkok – Bengaluru: daily.
31. Bangkok – Kochi*: triple weekly flights every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday *starting 2 April 2024.
32. Bangkok – Hyderabad: daily.
33. Bangkok – Chennai: daily.
34. Bangkok – Kolkata: daily.
35. Bangkok – Dhaka: twice daily.
36. Bangkok – Kathmandu: twice daily.
37. Bangkok – Lahore: five flights weekly every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday (*increases to six flights weekly every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 15 April 2024).
38. Bangkok – Islamabad: four flights weekly every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.
39. Bangkok – Colombo: daily.
40. Bangkok Karachi: five flights weekly every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Domestic routes 

1. Bangkok – Chiang Mai: 35 flights weekly.
2. Bangkok – Chiang Rai: triple daily.
3. Bangkok – Khon Kaen: four flights daily.
4. Bangkok – Udon Thani: triple daily.
5. Bangkok – Ubon Ratchathani: twice daily.
6. Bangkok – Krabi: twice daily.
7. Bangkok – Had Yai: triple daily.
8. Bangkok – Phuket: nine flights daily.

A Sabah shout for Go Malaysia Fair

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SINGAPORE, 20 March 2024: Sabah Trade and Tourism Office Singapore gives a shout for the Go Malaysia Fair, which will present Malaysia’s holiday deals from 26 to 28 April 2024 at the Marina Square Atrium Level 2.

The digital component of the fair, which runs from 22 to 28 April and is followed by a three-day physical fair in Marina Square, promises savvy travellers unbeatable deals on bus tickets and travel packages across Malaysia. 

“The Go Malaysia Fair is a highly anticipated travel expo explicitly designed for consumers eager to explore Malaysia’s vibrant landscapes, rich cultures, and exciting attractions. Whether you’re a solo traveller, a family seeking a memorable getaway, or a group of friends in search of adventure, this fair offers outstanding travel bargains,” says the STTOS post.

https://sabahtourism.com/

(SOURCE: STTOS)

Emirates signs pact with AIDA Cruises

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DUBAI, 20 March 2024: Solidifying Dubai’s place as a major maritime tourism hub, Emirates and AIDA Cruises have renewed their partnership for two more seasons.  

It’s part of a project to significantly grow Dubai’s cruise capacity and offer a seamlessly integrated maritime hub with state-of-the-art handling facilities supported by unrivalled air connectivity.

Photo credit: AIDA Cruises.

Emirates will explore several opportunities with AIDA Cruises for joint marketing, operational alignment, and strategic planning around flight schedules across its network, in addition to enhanced transportation solutions between Dubai International Airport and Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal.

The partnership will continue to focus on sharing relevant data and insights to improve service delivery, providing dedicated support teams for cruise passengers, and facilitating a smooth check-in process at Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal. The airline will also dedicate capacity for the next two seasons to ensure continued momentum to meet the demand for cruise packages to Dubai.

Emirates Airline deputy president and chief commercial officer Adnan Kazim and AIDA Cruises president Felix Eichhorn signed the partnership extension earlier this month.

AIDAprima has been operating cruises to Dubai since 2021 and can accommodate up to 3,200 passengers.  

Dubai has been a first mover in joining up the entire travel and tourism ecosystem to facilitate hassle-free entry and visas for cruise passengers, seamless handling at ports, which includes access to Emirates check-in desks at Dubai Harbour along with a host of other amenities dotted across the entire air and ground journey. Travellers have the advantage of disembarking at one of the world’s most iconic tourism destinations, with landmarks and attractions that suit every taste, age and budget.

The 12 Emirates check-in counters in Dubai Harbour allow passengers who are disembarking from their cruise ships to fully check-in up to 4 hours before flight departure with the convenience of exploring Dubai without their luggage before heading directly to the airport and breezing past most formalities before their flight.

Last year, Emirates transported around 400,000 cruise passengers using Dubai cruise terminals. The city welcomed over 166 ships during the last cruise season, making it the region’s biggest port of embarkation and most popular call for cruise liners. The city expects an increase of 23% more cruise passengers for the upcoming season.
For flight information and bookings, visit www.emirates.com.

MAG spreads wings at MATTA Fair

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KUALA LUMPUR, 20 March 2024: Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), the parent company of Malaysia Airlines, Firefly, MASwings, Enrich, and Journify, will unveil its biggest-ever involvement in the MATTA Fair, which will take place from 22 to 24 March 2024 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) in Kuala Lumpur.

As the fair’s premier sponsor, the MAG Arena will provide show shoppers an enhanced experience spanning 9,000 sq ft of floor space. 

Guests attending the three-day MATTA Fair can explore the Arena, where every corner holds a new surprise. Complete with engaging activity zones for everyone to enjoy. Guests can also look forward to exclusive offerings featuring immersive experiences, enticing fares and a sneak peek into its never-before-seen onboard offerings.

In addition to airfare discounts, customers can also look forward to the much-awaited Buyers’ Contest, happening exclusively at MATTA Fair. MAG Airlines will offer 30 return tickets up for grabs, including business class tickets to London and Ahmedabad, India, and economy class tickets to China and Vietnam. Customers who book any MAG airline ticket can also win a complimentary business class upgrade.

Guests can save up to 30% on fares to domestic and international travel destinations, with the travel period extending to 20 March 2025. The exclusive offer is valid for the three-day (22 to 24 March) physical fair at MITEC Kuala Lumpur and on the airlines’ online platforms until 30 March 2024.

In addition, Malaysia Airlines, Firefly, and MASwings offer discounts of up to 25% on ancillary products, including seat selection and extra baggage. Enrich members will benefit from an extra 5% off promotional fares when booking online, 5x EnrichMoney points for EnrichMoney users, and a 50% Bonus Enrich Points on Malaysia Airlines flights during this promotional period.

In conjunction with the upcoming Hari Raya celebration, Malaysia Airlines will add approximately 190 extra flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to all domestic destinations including Kota Bharu (KBR), Kota Kinabalu (BKI), Labuan (LBU), Sandakan (SDK), Tawau (TWU), Kuching (KCH), Miri (MYY), and Sibu (SBW). Among these, 75 flights are scheduled as red-eye flights. Customers can benefit from the special fixed fares allocated for the red-eye flights, from MYR216 to KBR, MYR319 to KCH and MYR389 to BKI, all-in for a one-way travel.

Customers can also take advantage of the festive subsidies from the Ministry of Transport Malaysia, with special fixed fares capped at MYR599* base fare one-way on economy for flights departing from Kuala Lumpur and Penang to Sabah and Sarawak via Malaysia Airlines and Firefly. The fixed fares are applicable from KUL for travel three days before the festive date.

(*Not inclusive of government taxes and fees).

Qatar working on a new first-class

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SINGAPORE, 20 March 2024: Qatar Airways Group chief executive officer Engr Badr Mohammed Al-Meer revealed major new developments in line with his vision for the airline’s future in an exclusive interview with CNBC.

In his first interview since taking over the top job last November, he confirmed the airline will introduce new first-class cabins in some of its aircraft. Currently, only the A380 has a first-class cabin catering to just eight passengers.

The far-ranging interview touched on the overall positive outlook for the Group as Engr Al-Meer detailed his approach to developing a high-yielding concept for Qatar Airways’ new first-class cabin.

“Based on the demand from certain sectors, we see a high demand for first class, and as such, we have decided to introduce a newly designed first class cabin unique to Qatar Airways. We are combining the experience of flying commercial and executive jets to develop something new. We are 70 to 80%  ready and are only finalising colours. We are hoping to announce it soon.”

He also revealed Qatar Airways’ redesign of its premium Qsuite, which will debut at the Farnborough International Airshow in July 2024. 

Qatar Airways Group chief executive officer Engr Badr Mohammed Al-Meer.

Qatar Airways GCEO also stated that the competitive aviation landscape in the GCC region is helping raise the bar when it comes to customer experience. He stated that potential rivals are under pressure, and he welcomes any challenge for Qatar Airways. He remains confident that Qatar Airways will continue to hold onto its market-leading position.

Qatar Airways will launch several new destinations this summer, bringing its total destinations to over 170. Upcoming destinations include Hamburg, Lisbon, Tashkent, and Venice. Qatar Airways will also resume several summer seasonal routes, including Adana, Antalya, Bodrum, Marrakesh, Mykonos, Sarajevo, and Trabzon.

He was appointed Group CEO in November 2023, and he immediately focused on introducing innovative programmes to benefit both passengers and the airline’s global 60,000-strong workforce. His first message to employees stressed the importance of cultivating trust and empowerment in the work culture. Under his leadership, various workplace initiatives have been successfully introduced that continue to improve employee satisfaction.  

Pick-up rate on Lufthansa’s Green Fares

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SINGAPORE, 20 March 2024: One year after Lufthansa Group launched Green Fares, more than 1 million passengers opted for the sustainable-friendly fare.

In the first year, an average of 3% of passengers used the offer, making an important contribution to more sustainable travel. In business class, Green Fares tickets are already selected for 11% of bookings via the Lufthansa Group portals. 

Photo credit: Lufthansa.

Green Fares are popular on routes such as Hamburg-Munich, Zurich-London and Frankfurt-Berlin. Demand continues to rise steadily in all booking classes, underlining the success of the more sustainable fare. In total, travellers have offset more than 77,000 tonnes of CO2 since the launch of Green Fares by offsetting their flight-related CO2 emissions. This amount corresponds to the CO2 emissions of more than 12,000 flights from Hamburg to Munich with an Airbus A320neo.

The Green Fares are available with Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, SWISS, Edelweiss, Discover Airlines and Air Dolomiti on more than 730,000 flights annually within Europe and to Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia. The Lufthansa Group has also tested Green Fares on selected long-haul routes since November 2023.

How the Green Fares work

The Green Fares fare in Europe and to North Africa has added selection option to the Lufthansa Group’s fare structure, which has been in place since 2015. This product for more sustainable flying includes the full offsetting of individual, flight-related CO2 emissions by Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and contributing to high-quality climate protection projects. With SAF, a reduction of 20% of CO2 emissions is achieved, while climate protection projects compensate for the remaining 80%. The Lufthansa Group ensures that the amount of SAF required for offsetting is fed into the airport infrastructure within six months of purchase. As a drop-in fuel, SAF is mixed with fossil fuel before being transported to the airport. For operational reasons, it is not possible to refuel individual selected flights.   

The Lufthansa Group’s CO2 compensation portfolio currently comprises 15 projects, including two technology-based projects: Carbon Cure’s Sustainable Concrete (carbon capture and long-term storage in concrete) and Biochar (CO2 removal with biochar). In this way, the Lufthansa Group aims to promote the development of the CO2 compensation market towards new technologies and offers long-term binding of CO2.

Currently, around 4% of Lufthansa Group passengers use one of the various offers for more sustainable flying. The company offers opportunities along the entire travel chain. In addition to choosing a special fare such as the Green Fares, passengers can also select individually tailored offers with a higher proportion of SAF, for example, during the booking process. It is also possible to offset flight-related CO2 emissions during or after the flight. In addition to private customers, more and more corporate customers are also using one of the Lufthansa Group’s offers for more sustainable flying: in 2023, more than 1,500 companies worldwide invested in SAF with the Lufthansa Group.

By 2030, the Lufthansa Group wants to halve its net CO₂ emissions compared to 2019 through reduction and compensation measures. The independent Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validated the 2030 target’s reduction share in August 2022.

IndiGo flies to Agatti island

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SINGAPORE, 20 March 2024: India’s low-cost airline IndiGo will add Agatti, an island in the Lakshadweep archipelago, as its 88th domestic destination effective 31 March. Overall, the airline’s route network serves 121 domestic and international destinations.

Photo credit: Airports of India. Agatti airport.

IndiGo will start daily flights between Bengaluru and Agatti on 31 March, offering direct connectivity between these destinations and providing tourists with easy accessibility and more flight options to and from Lakshadweep.

IndiGo’s head of global sales Vinay Malhotra said: “We are excited to announce Lakshadweep, India’s smallest Union Territory, as IndiGo’s 88th domestic destination. 

“The natural landscapes, the sandy beaches, and the abundance of flora and fauna are bound to attract people to explore the pristine beauty of the archipelago,” he said. These new flights will further strengthen Lakshadweep’s position on the country’s aviation map and enhance travel and tourism. 

One of the most popular islands of Lakshadweep, Agatti is just  6km long but blessed with aquatic diversity. More importantly, it is also the home to the archipelago’s only airstrip, connecting Lakshadweep to the rest of India. 

Known for its stunning beaches, considered by many to be amongst the best in the world, Agatti is popular amongst those looking for deep-sea fishing, scuba diving, sailing, water skiing, and kayaking. The island also serves as an ideal base for exploring the uninhabited and serene isles of Bangaram, Pitti, Thinnakara, Parali-I and Parali-II, which lie nearby.

Bengaluru, India’s high-tech industry hub, is also a gateway to tourist attractions such as Cubbon Park, Nandi Hills, Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace, Lal Bagh Botanical Gardens, Bengaluru Palace, Ulsoor Lake, and ISKCON Temple.

Lao Airlines ramps up domestic flights

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VIENTIANE, 2O March 2024: Lao Airlines is increasing flights from the Lao capital, Vientiane, to the far north town of Luang Namtha, located 56 km south of the border with China and on the fast train line running from Kunming in China to Vientiane.

Lao Airlines is adding a second daily flight on the route effective 31 March, the airline’s Facebook post confirmed earlier this week.

Vientiane – Luang Namtha
QV601 1200 – 1300 daily

Luang Namtha – Vientiane
QV602 1340 – 1440  daily

Vientiane – Luang Namtha
QV603 1340 – 1440 daily

Luang Namtha – Vientiane
QV604 1520 – 1620 daily

Starting 1 April, Lao Airlines will schedule a daily domestic flight from Vientiane to Huaphan (Nongkhang).

Flight QV701 departs Vientiane at 0840 and arrives in Huaphan at 0940
Flight QV702 departs Huaphan at 1020 and arrives in Vientiane at 1120.

Regarding international routes to Laos, West Air, a low-cost airline subsidiary of Hainan Airlines based in Chongqing City, launched direct flights from Changsha to Vientiane last week using an Airbus A320.

First reported by AeroLaos, an aviation information channel, West Air flies from Changsa to Vientiane on Thursday, Saturday and Tuesday.

THAI boosts flights during Songkran

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BANGKOK, 20 March 2024: Thai Airways International (THAI) confirms it will increase domestic flights to support travel demand during the upcoming Songkran holidays.  

The airline will increase four roundtrip flights on the Bangkok to Chiang Mai and Bangkok to Phuket routes from 12 to 16 April 2024.

Bangkok – Chiang Mai roundtrips

12 and 13 April 2024
• TG8730 Bangkok – Chiang Mai
• TG8731 Chiang Mai – Bangkok 

15 and 16 April 2024
• TG8732 Bangkok – Chiang Mai
• TG8733 Chiang Mai – Bangkok 

This will increase flights to 39 roundtrips on the Bangkok – Chiang Mai route over the Songkran festival holiday.

Bangkok – Phuket roundtrips.

12 and 13 April 2024
• TG8787 Bangkok – Phuket
• TG8788 Phuket – Bangkok 

15 and 16 April 2024
• TG8789 Bangkok – Phuket
• TG8790 Phuket – Bangkok 

This will increase flights to 67 roundtrips on the Bangkok-Phuket route.

(SOURCE: THAI)

Enjoy a Songkran splash this April

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BANGKOK, 14 March 2024: Thailand’s Songkran Festival is an extraordinary cultural occasion that every traveller should experience at least once in their life. 

Marking the start of the Thai New Year, this annual event is held every April and is traditionally marked by the gentle ritual of pouring water over one’s elders as a mark of respect and purification. Over the years, however, it has evolved into a nationwide water fiesta, as revellers across the kingdom soak each other. As Songkran takes place in April – the hottest month of the year – this is also a wonderful way to cool down and mingle with friendly locals.

Thailand’s Songkran holidays have been extended this year from 12 to 16 April. Whether you’re seeking an enchanting cultural retreat or a fun-filled celebration, Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, can set the stage for every escape style. Simply pick your favourite destination and take the plunge. 

Feel the buzz of Songkran in Bangkok

Guests can cool off in the shimmering swimming pool at Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao Bangkok.

Thailand’s dynamic capital city is an exhilarating place to immerse yourself in the fun of Songkran. Thousands of local residents and visitors come together on major thoroughfares such as Silom Road and Khao San Road (closed to traffic) and participate in three days of wet and wild street parties. For a more spiritual experience, visiting the city’s ancient temples, such as Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Pho and Wat Saket, will showcase the festival’s elegant traditions. With five hotels in Bangkok in three distinct categories, Centara provides the perfect place to stay and play. To learn more, please click here.

Visit Chiang Mai, the spiritual home of Songkran

Culture seekers can discover the spiritual traditions of Songkran in Chiang Mai, the capital of the ancient Lanna Kingdom.

The northern city of Chiang Mai is considered the spiritual home of Songkran. Famously, the festivities here can be wetter, wilder and last longer than in other parts of the kingdom. Culture seekers can wake up early and give alms to Buddhist monks as they walk through the streets at dawn. Then, as the temperatures rise, Tha Pae Gate in the old city sets the stage for the city’s most colourful celebrations, with the streets lined with food stalls and stage performances.

Ring in Thai New Year in Pattaya, Thailand’s party capital

This April, people of all ages can make a splash in Pattaya with exciting Thai New Year activities for both young and old.

Pattaya is a 24-hour party town with an endless array of bars, clubs and upbeat attractions. This makes it an exhilarating destination for fun-loving couples and friends to soak up the joy of Songkran. Head to Beach Road, which is closed to traffic and transforms into one long outdoor party zone with foam machines and an endless deluge of water from high-powered hoses. For families, Pattaya’s world-class water parks let little ones make a splash. Centara has eight properties in Pattaya, from affordable lifestyle hotels to themed water park resorts. Click here to learn more.

Family-friendly festivities in Phuket

Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket is a fun-filled resort where youngsters can enjoy the thrill of a water park.

For parents, Phuket is a dream destination for introducing their children to the magic of Songkran. The island’s blissful beaches come to life with vibrant parties and live music, and many resorts stage their family-friendly activities. Wat Chalong, Phuket’s most prominent Buddhist temple, is an exquisite setting to discover the festival’s spiritual aspects. A trip to the hilltop Big Buddha statue promises breathtaking views of the island and the endless Andaman Sea. Centara has seven hotels and resorts in Phuket across various categories. For more information and to book, please click here. 

Late-night Songkran with the locals in Hat Yai 
For an authentic southern Thai Songkran experience, Hat Yai is the place to go! This bustling city is famous for its Hat Yai Midnight Songkran celebration – a late-night parade and water-splashing event that attracts revellers from all over the country and from across the border in Malaysia. Prepare for foam parties, live entertainment and plenty of opportunities to sample the distinctive southern Thai cuisine. Enjoy the fun, but don’t expect an early night! Located in the city’s heart, Centara Hotel Hat Yai is the perfect place to stay this April. Discover more here. April is the last month before the rainy season starts in Thailand, so don’t miss the chance to experience this extraordinary New Year festival. To book your Songkran escape in Thailand with Centara Hotels & Resorts, please visit www.centarahotelsresorts.com

(SOURCE: Centara Hotels & Resorts)

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