The U.S. aviation watchdog FAA has launched a new investigation into Boeing. This happens after an employee reports that mandatory checks are not being carried out, but are being ticked off. It concerns the 787 Dreamliner, which is used for long distances. During construction, the connection between the wings and the fuselage of the aircraft was apparently not checked, writes … [Read more...] about Aviation watchdog re-examines Boeing
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Travel Platinum (333travel) with top chefs on a trip to Vietnam
Travel Platinum, the luxury travel label of 333travel, has launched an exclusive group tour to Vietnam with two of the Netherlands' most famous chefs: Ron Blaauw and Julius Jaspers. During this 12-day trip, which takes place on November 2, 2024 and on March 10, 2025, travelers will be immersed in Vietnam's rich gastronomy and culture, guided by the expertise of these two … [Read more...] about Travel Platinum (333travel) with top chefs on a trip to Vietnam
AVIAREPS celebrates 30th anniversary (with video)
Tourism PR agency AVIAREPS celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. Founder Michael Gaebler started in Munich in April 1994. He focused on airlines and destinations. Now, 30 years later, AVIAREPS has expanded its network to 69 offices in 65 countries worldwide. The company serves a wide range of brands from the aviation sector, tourism and hospitality industry, food and … [Read more...] about AVIAREPS celebrates 30th anniversary (with video)
High fine for selling tickets for cancelled flights
Australia's Qantas has reached a settlement with the national consumer watchdog ACCC worth 61 million euros. The reason: even though Qantas knew that flights had been canceled, it still continued to sell tickets, reports the German dpa. After the coronavirus pandemic, Qantas Airways sold tens of thousands of tickets, although some flights had been cancelled weeks before. This … [Read more...] about High fine for selling tickets for cancelled flights
‘Inbound tourism in the US is heading positively’
The inbound travel sector in the U.S. is on a positive trajectory, with strong visitor numbers and positive sentiment among consumers. This was stated by Chris Thompson, president and CEO of Brand USA (the national marketing organization of the United States) at the opening of the American tourism trade fair IPW in Los Angeles. The fair has visitors from more than 60 countries. … [Read more...] about ‘Inbound tourism in the US is heading positively’