The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for April 2024 global passenger demand with the following highlights:
Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs), was up 11.0% compared to April 2023. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 9.6% year-on-year. The April load factor was 82.4% (+1.0ppt compared to April 2023).
Horseshoe Bay Resort, the AAA-Four Diamond resort nestled in the heart of Texas Hill Country, proudly announces the debut of the only Floating Pool in North America. Floating perfectly on the edge of constant-level Lake Lyndon B. Johnson (Lake LBJ), the newest offering rivals that of Lake Como bringing a new level of luxury to the Lone Star State.
Five Guys, the UAE’s favorite burger brand will be landing at a new location soon, with its first ever airport branch outside of the US at Terminal 3 – Concourse B in Dubai International (DXB).
Set to open next month, the 15th Five Guys branch in the UAE will span across 6,200 square feet and will be the largest location in the country, offering travelers a chance to unwind and refuel with their favorite burgers, fries and milkshakes before hopping on their outgoing and transit flights.
Emirates has integrated with the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) Turbulence Aware Platform, becoming the first airline to incorporate this within Lufthansa Systems’ Lido mPilot mobile navigation solution. This collaboration equips pilots with real-time, accurate turbulence information, enhancing safety, operational efficiency, and passenger comfort.
Hyatt Place expands its global presence with the opening of the first Hyatt Place hotel in Nantong, Jiangsu Province, offering guests a blend of style, convenience, and comfort. Strategically located near key attractions and business districts, the new hotel features intuitive design, practical amenities, and a commitment to providing guests with a seamless experience.
Royal Caribbean Group introduces a groundbreaking Loyalty Status Match program, allowing members of its loyalty programs – Royal Caribbean International’s Crown & Anchor Society, Celebrity Cruises’ Captain’s Club, and Silversea’s Venetian Society – to enjoy equivalent tier status across all three brands.
Qantas and Perth Airport have struck an unprecedented 12-year commercial deal, marking a significant milestone in aviation history for Western Australia. The agreement entails Perth Airport’s investment of approximately $3 billion in new terminal facilities and a parallel runway, facilitating a surge in domestic and international flights.
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Tourism Western Australia announces the first major speaker for the 24th Global Summit, with conservationist and TV personality Robert Irwin taking to the stage in Perth (Boorloo), Western Australia, from 8-10 October.
This World Cabin Crew Day, Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is embarking on a global recruitment campaign seeking remarkable people to join its cabin crew team, to work together for a purpose, creating extraordinary experiences for valued guests.
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