Dorothea Born, author of the book 'My Indian Name Was White Apple' and since last year affiliated with Travel Counsellors as an America travel specialist, has handed over the first copy of the second edition of her book to Fred van Eijk, managing director and founder of Travel Counsellors Netherlands. At a celebratory gathering, Dorothea shared her experiences in the book, … [Read more...] about Fred van Eijk receives book from new Travel Counsellor Dorothea
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Greek Santorini also calls for measures against overtourism
After Venice and Barcelona, the local government of the Greek island of Santorini also wants measures to be taken against overtourism. The island is flooded with tourists who go through the narrow cobblestone and steep streets armed with selfie sticks and phones. Some brave the heat of the afternoon to find a good spot among the whitewashed houses and blue-domed churches, where … [Read more...] about Greek Santorini also calls for measures against overtourism
European Commission investigates German state aid for Condor
A few years ago, the German holiday flyer Condor received more than 300 million euros in support from the German state. Competitor Ryanair objected to this, and with success. Now the conflict is entering a new round, reports the German dpa. The German state had saved Condor from collapse in 2019 with a loan from the development bank KfW, after Condor's then-parent company, … [Read more...] about European Commission investigates German state aid for Condor
Lufthansa wants to recover damages from activists Letzte Generation
The blockade of Frankfurt airport last Thursday could be a costly affair for the climate activists of Letzte Generation. Lufthansa is demanding compensation from the activists for the cancelled flights. It may be more than a million euros. We will recover the damage suffered by the climate activists in this case as well, a Lufthansa spokesperson told German media on Sunday. … [Read more...] about Lufthansa wants to recover damages from activists Letzte Generation
Schiphol starts second phase of self-driving bus trial: ‘Increasing confidence’
The second phase of the electric self-driving bus trial has started at Schiphol. During this phase, the airport, together with KLM Cityhopper and KLM Ground Services, is testing a fixed pre-programmed route to and from the apron. KLM Cityhopper crew arriving at Schiphol can make use of the shuttle service. Earlier this year, Schiphol carried out a successful first trial with … [Read more...] about Schiphol starts second phase of self-driving bus trial: ‘Increasing confidence’