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Top 10 airlines for 2017 named at World Airline Awards
The World Airline Awards, sometimes called the Oscars of the airline industry, have been announced at the Paris Air Show. The chosen top airline of 2017 is Qatar Airways named as World’s Best Airline. That’s controversial because tiny Qatar is currently caught up in a diplomatic crisis affecting a number of Middle East states.
Etihad Airways take top honours for World’s Best First Class; Best First Class Seat and Best First Class Onboard Catering. This marks the third time the airline has won all three First Class award categories at the World Airline Awards.
The top ten airlines in 2017 are:
1. Qatar Airways
2. Singapore Airlines
3. ANA All Nippon Airways
4. Emirates
5. Cathay Pacific
6. EVA Air
7. Lufthansa
8. Etihad Airways
9. Hainan Airlines
10. Garuda Indonesia
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Etihad Airways take top honours for World’s Best First Class; Best First Class Seat and Best First Class Onboard Catering. This marks the third time the airline has won all three First Class award categories at the World Airline Awards.
The top ten airlines in 2017 are:
1. Qatar Airways
2. Singapore Airlines
3. ANA All Nippon Airways
4. Emirates
5. Cathay Pacific
6. EVA Air
7. Lufthansa
8. Etihad Airways
9. Hainan Airlines
10. Garuda Indonesia
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Norwegian to offer low-cost flights to Argentina
Norwegian has announced a new route from London Gatwick to Buenos Aires, marking the airline’s first ever South American route as its UK expansion plans gather pace.
The new route will start in February 2018, and is designed to compete with the current monopoly on direct London to Buenos Aires flights operated by British Airways.
Norwegian already offers affordable long-haul flights from London Gatwick to nine US cities and Singapore.
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The new route will start in February 2018, and is designed to compete with the current monopoly on direct London to Buenos Aires flights operated by British Airways.
Norwegian already offers affordable long-haul flights from London Gatwick to nine US cities and Singapore.
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The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection set to debut in 2019
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company has announced its entry into luxury yachting and cruises – bringing the award-winning luxury hotel brand’s service and timeless style to sea.
Created by The Ritz-Carlton and maritime experts Douglas Prothero and Lars Clasen, in collaboration with funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management, The Ritz-Carlton will provide luxury hospitality service under a long-term operating agreement.
Named The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, this venture represents a unique foray into the cruise industry for a luxury hotel operator.
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Created by The Ritz-Carlton and maritime experts Douglas Prothero and Lars Clasen, in collaboration with funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management, The Ritz-Carlton will provide luxury hospitality service under a long-term operating agreement.
Named The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, this venture represents a unique foray into the cruise industry for a luxury hotel operator.
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Kuala Lumpur, Melaka & Penang - Chinatown, Merdeka Square & Bukit Nanas (Chapter)
Kuala Lumpur, Melaka & Penang - Chinatown, Merdeka Square & Bukit Nanas (Chapter)
Chinatown is a microcosm of Malaysia’s ethnic and historic mix. Jln Petaling is its central spine, hosting a bustling night market and bracketed by Chinese arch gates, with new street art, cafes and cocktail bars clustered around its southern end.
get treetop views from the canopy walkway in KL Forest Eco Park and ascend Menara KL for a thrilling panoramic lookout from the open-air deck
stand at the city’s colonial heart, Merdeka Square, surrounded by a handsome ensemble of heritage buildings
explore the newly signposted walks around Chinatown and Merdeka Sq on the KL Heritage Trail
Coverage includes: Sights, Eating, Drinking & Nightlife, Entertainment, Shopping and Sports & Activities.
Coverage includes: Kjölur Route, Sprengisandur Route, Askja Route and Kverkfjöll Route.
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Bali & Lombok - South Bali & The Islands (PDF Chapter) Lonely Planet
Bali & Lombok - South Bali & The Islands (PDF Chapter)
You haven't seen Bali if you haven’t explored its south. The island’s capital, Denpasar, sprawls in all directions from the centre with traditional markets, busy malls, great eating and lashings of Balinese history and culture.
pick a lobster for the grill at one of the many beachfront seafood joints at Jimbaran
find a perfectly retro-chic place to stay the night in the back lanes of Bingin
surf Bali’s ultimate breaks at the internationally revered swell magnet of Ulu Watu
Coverage includes: Bukit Peninsula, Jimbaran & Around, Central Bukit, Balangan Beach, Bingin, Padang Padang, Ulu Watu & Around, Ungasan & Around, Nusa Dua, Tanjung Benoa, Sanur & Around, Pulau Serangan, Benoa Harbour, Denpasar, Nusa Lem-bongan & Islands, Nusa Lembongan, Nusa Ceningan, Nusa Penida.
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Peru introduces new permit system for Machu Picchu visitors
Peru’s ministry of culture has announced a new permit system for tourism visits to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Machu Picchu.
The introduction of permits for one of two daily timeslots will be effective from July to ensure a sustainable flow of visitors to the ancient citadel.
All travellers must make reservations online from the official Machu Picchu visitor website or via a UK or Peru-based tour operator or travel agent.
Reservations can be paid for online using a Visa card and permit e-tickets can then be printed.
The two entry periods have been established as the morning timeslot, from 06:00-12:00, and the afternoon timeslot, from 12:00-17.30.
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The introduction of permits for one of two daily timeslots will be effective from July to ensure a sustainable flow of visitors to the ancient citadel.
All travellers must make reservations online from the official Machu Picchu visitor website or via a UK or Peru-based tour operator or travel agent.
Reservations can be paid for online using a Visa card and permit e-tickets can then be printed.
The two entry periods have been established as the morning timeslot, from 06:00-12:00, and the afternoon timeslot, from 12:00-17.30.
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Paris Air Show 2017: Airbus unveils plans for A380plus
The study includes aerodynamic improvements in particular new, large winglets and other wing refinements that allow for up to four per cent fuel burn savings.
Added to an optimised A380 maintenance programme and the enhanced cabin features first shown at Aircraft Interiors Expo in April, the overall benefit is a 13 per cent cost per seat reduction versus today’s A380.
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Myanmar - Temples of Bagan (PDF Chapter)
Marco Polo described Bagan as ‘one of the finest sights in the world’. Despite centuries of neglect, looting, erosion and regular earthquakes, not to mention questionable restoration, this temple-studded plain remains a remarkably impressive and unforgettable vision.
- marvel at the perfectly proportioned Ananda Pahto, which houses four giant buddhas carved from teak
- speculate on what lies inside the bricked-up inner sanctum of mysterious Dhammayangyi Pahto
- watch a dramatic sunrise over the surrounding expanse of ancient temples of Shwesandaw Paya
Coverage includes: Best Temple Murals, Best Sunset Spots, The Temples, Old Bagan, North Plain, Central Plain, Myinkaba Area, New Bagan Area, South Plain, Nyaung U Area.
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Skyscanner confirms demand for low-cost trans-Atlantic flights
While some would argue the trend has long been apparent, with the launch of Level and growth of Norwegian low-cost flights, a new study by Skyscanner has found a the potential opportunity for trans-Atlantic low cost routes between Europe and the US.
The new report highlights the impact of price elasticity on demand, while pointed to the increased demand for the routes among travellers.
Traditionally, many airlines’ attempts to introduce low-cost long haul services have fallen flat.
However, recently the trans-Atlantic market has seen renewed competition from several carriers, argues Skyscanner.
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The new report highlights the impact of price elasticity on demand, while pointed to the increased demand for the routes among travellers.
Traditionally, many airlines’ attempts to introduce low-cost long haul services have fallen flat.
However, recently the trans-Atlantic market has seen renewed competition from several carriers, argues Skyscanner.
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easyJet receives first Leap-1A powered A320neo from Airbus
Airbus has delivered easyJet’s first Leap-1A powered A320neo.
The plane is also the airline’s 300th A320 Family aircraft delivery, with the handover made at a ceremony in Toulouse earlier.
On hand were Carolyn McCall, easyJet chief executive, Fabrice Bregier, president of Airbus Commercial Aircraft, and Gaël Méheust, CFM international chief executive.
To mark the milestone delivery, a special livery has been designed with an A320neo motif on the fuselage.
Compared to previous aircraft, the NEO brings significant environmental and operational benefits – up to 15 per cent saving in fuel burn and CO2 emissions, and a reduced noise footprint of 50 per cent on take-off and landing phase providing a benefit to airport neighbourhood communities.
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The plane is also the airline’s 300th A320 Family aircraft delivery, with the handover made at a ceremony in Toulouse earlier.
On hand were Carolyn McCall, easyJet chief executive, Fabrice Bregier, president of Airbus Commercial Aircraft, and Gaël Méheust, CFM international chief executive.
To mark the milestone delivery, a special livery has been designed with an A320neo motif on the fuselage.
Compared to previous aircraft, the NEO brings significant environmental and operational benefits – up to 15 per cent saving in fuel burn and CO2 emissions, and a reduced noise footprint of 50 per cent on take-off and landing phase providing a benefit to airport neighbourhood communities.
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Bali & Lombok - Kuta & Seminyak (PDF Chapter) Lonely Planet
Bali & Lombok - Kuta & Seminyak
In Seminyak and Kerobokan there is a bounty of restaurants, cafes, designer boutiques, spas and the like that rivals anywhere in the world, while Kuta and Legian are the choice for rollicking all-night clubbing, cheap singlets and carefree family holidays.
- lol around on Kuta Beach, Bali’s original tourist magnet
- rave through the night in the manic clubs and legendary nightlife scene of Kuta
- ignore your resolve while shopping in the myriad boutiques and designer outlets of Seminyak
Coverage includes: Kuta & Legian, Seminyak, Kerobokan, Canggu & Around.
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Qatar Airways touches down in Dublin, Ireland
Dublin welcomed the first Qatar Airways flight from Doha earlier, inaugurating a new daily service designed to connect the city to the world.
Senior vice president of Qatar Airways Europe, Jonathan Harding, travelled on board the inaugural flight and was greeted by daa chief executive, Kevin Toland; Dublin Airport managing director, Vincent Harrison; and chief executive of Tourism Ireland, Niall Gibbons.
To celebrate this special occasion, the award-winning airline flew its next-generation Airbus A350 aircraft to Dublin, giving VIP guests and key media the opportunity to tour the state-of-the-art aircraft.
This was the first time a commercial passenger Airbus A350 aircraft has landed on Irish soil and the feedback from those on board was extremely positive.
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Senior vice president of Qatar Airways Europe, Jonathan Harding, travelled on board the inaugural flight and was greeted by daa chief executive, Kevin Toland; Dublin Airport managing director, Vincent Harrison; and chief executive of Tourism Ireland, Niall Gibbons.
To celebrate this special occasion, the award-winning airline flew its next-generation Airbus A350 aircraft to Dublin, giving VIP guests and key media the opportunity to tour the state-of-the-art aircraft.
This was the first time a commercial passenger Airbus A350 aircraft has landed on Irish soil and the feedback from those on board was extremely positive.
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