Starfish Travel Corporation Team

After a four-year break, British Airways will resume daily service to Abu Dhabi in the upcoming year. The service will start running on April 20, 2024, and it will serve London Heathrow to the UAE capital year-round. This Middle Eastern city, well-known for its soaring buildings, vibrant culture, breathtaking beaches, desert scenery, and top-notch attractions, is appreciated by travelers seeking a diverse blend of leisure, exploration, and culture. In the summer of 2024, a Boeing 787-9 aircraft will run the new route, which will improve access to the United Arab Emirates by connecting with Heathrow flights to nearby Dubai, which depart up to three times a day. Book before November 12, 2023, to take advantage of British Airways’ launch promotion, which includes return tickets starting at £449 in economy class and £1,999 in business class for World Traveller and Club World, respectively. Reward Seats will be available to Executive Club Members for £100 + 50,000 Avios. Director of Network and Alliances for British Airways Neil Chernoff stated: “Abu Dhabi is a unique destination that is making a very welcome return to our network.” It offers everything our customers want in a Middle Eastern vacation—beach, city, and desert—and we can’t wait to have them back as we expand our presence in the United Arab Emirates. “We’re delighted to welcome British Airways back to Abu Dhabi International Airport, adding to the growing list of leading carriers set to use Terminal A as their operational base in Abu Dhabi,” stated Maureen Bannerman, Chief Commercial Officer of Abu Dhabi Airport. On November 1st, Terminal A, a posh new entrance to Abu Dhabi, will open to the public. It provides cutting-edge amenities for travelers and airlines alike. Source- Travel daily Link- https://www.traveldailymedia.com/abu-dhabi-returns-to-british-airways-route-map/

A significant multi-year NDC distribution arrangement and the extension of their current EDIFACT agreement were announced by Air France-KLM and Sabre Corporation, a software and technology supplier that powers the global travel industry. Through the use of New Distribution Capability (NDC) enhanced offerings, which will be promoted and sold alongside EDIFACT content via Sabre’s global distribution system (GDS), the partners’ collaboration has been expanded. Next year, the Air France-KLM NDC offerings will be gradually extended to travel companies connected to Sabre. The deal is proof of Sabre’s ongoing dedication to generating value and meeting the varied needs of the several parties involved in the international travel industry. Travelers gain from an improved experience with more choice and openness, and agencies profit from an easier way to browse and compare more complex offers. Additionally, because of ongoing pricing and unique bundles, it allows Air France and KLM to spread their bespoke NDC offers to the worldwide network of agents connected to Sabre. Selecting the appropriate travel technology partners to work with is crucial. We are therefore happy to continue working with Sabre. This will let our travel agency partners present the enhanced and alluring NDC offer from Air France-KLM, offering passengers more choices to improve their trip from beginning to end. stated Air France-KLM Chief Commercial Officer Angus Clarke. Roshan Mendis, Chief Commercial Officer of Sabre Travel Solutions, continued, “Our partnership with Air France-KLM reflects our commitment to modern travel retailing and a big step forward for our presence in Europe.” “Sabre has always been dedicated to going above and beyond NDC to support the creation of a new, more individualized, and efficient travel ecosystem that satisfies the changing demands of modern travelers. We are excited to introduce to our clients EDIFACT and improved NDC content as we move into the Offers and Orders era. Source- Travel daily Link- https://www.traveldailymedia.com/air-france-klm-and-sabre-sign-ndc-distribution-agreement/

In an attempt to fully realize the potential of its varied portfolio, travel insurance company Trust My Group has announced the transformation of its TMU Management business into an independent corporation.  Sami Doyle, a former group COO, has been named TMU Management’s chief executive officer as part of the transition. Co-founders of Trust My Group Will Plummer and Matt Bush will continue to serve as the organization’s CEO and CTO, respectively, and will concentrate their efforts on the expansion of the company in addition to the introduction of a new business division later this year. In the meantime, Trust My Travel, which has introduced its new Package Travel Protection strategy, has appointed Karen King as General Manager. TMU Management, a data-driven insurance intermediary that was established in 2022, protects the travel value chain and enables modernized credit-risk insurance products via the use of unique technologies. Doyle Sami “In just one year, TMU Management has grown from an idea to a thriving, independent business,” stated Sami Doyle, CEO of TMU Management. The consistent support and knowledge of the larger Trust My Group have been crucial to us during this process, helping to launch the brand and put us on a course for stable growth. As we commence this new phase, we are well-positioned to strengthen our dedication to providing tailored, comprehensive risk management and mitigation solutions to the travel sector and other related businesses. I’m excited to lead TMU Management toward specialized growth, encourage creativity, and create long-lasting bonds with both our partners and our esteemed clientele. TMU Management uses real-time data, sophisticated analytics, and other mitigation techniques that are already in use in particular industries to enable insurance products that meet the needs of their clients and endure through alleged “boom-and-bust” cycles. The startup aims to break the cycle of insurance companies servicing just travel-related sectors during expansion and ignoring them during recessions. Regardless of the macro environment, TMU Management’s always improving reporting capabilities enable it to give insurers precise insights into specific businesses and create customized solutions that reassure them. The patented technology developed by TMU, which is intended to interface directly with insurance markets and policyholders, is the backbone of this novel method. It guarantees that precise, data-driven risk decision-making can supplant conventional insurance procedures. Source- Travel daily Link- https://www.traveldailymedia.com/tmu-management-evolves-to-safeguard-the-travel-value-chain/

The world’s top provider of health and security services, International SOS, is pleased to announce the introduction of an improved secure accommodation service, given the complexity of the travel environment today. This will assist clients in offering safe lodging options to traveling employees, which is a crucial part of a larger travel risk management plan in accordance with ISO 31030:2021. A customized workforce resilience subscription, round-the-clock support, professional consulting services, and a recently formed alliance with Safehotels—the world’s top hotel safety and security certification organization—are all part of International SOS’s expanded offering. Businesses must now evaluate the safety and security of the lodging their traveling employees and assignees utilize because to rising travel rates, post-Covid limitations, and current geopolitical tensions. Although the majority of visits go off without a hitch, the rise in terrorism and attacks on hotels in recent years has brought attention to the significance of assessing the risks associated with lodging. As a result, International SOS has greatly improved its ability to counsel companies on how to ensure the safety of their personnel while they are traveling, particularly with regard to its Hotel Security Advisor feature. The extensive experience and reliable evaluation process of International SOS in handling hotel incidents, including those in Mumbai, Bamako, Ouagadougou, and Jakarta. The combination of this and its capacity to operate in a range of high-risk locations globally puts International SOS in the best possible position to assist customers with accommodations. In order to maximize the safety of travelers and assignees, rigorous screening and selection procedures should be followed, according to Laurent Fourier, CEO of Health & Security Subscription Services at International SOS. Business executives must have access to data about the best choices in the areas they have in mind, even if those sites are remote or dangerous. By offering a structured suite of secure accommodation services, including comprehensive and current intelligence on potential security or health threats, we are assisting our clients in mitigating any dangers to the security and wellbeing of their people. The SOS Accommodation Services Ecosystem Enhanced International:  Workforce Resilience Subscription: Organizations must have access to secure lodging choices for their foreign workers when making travel plans. helps to increase worker health and happiness and fortifies the resilience of an organization Access to Safehotels’ database as well as International SOS’s unique database of 1,100 hotels that has been examined and security assessed Access to our digital learning portfolio for safe accommodation training* With our Active Monitoring and Journey Management services, as well as the Tracker feature, you can keep an eye on real-time trip and lodging information.  All the time. Support:  Organizations should confirm in advance of an international business trip that the lodging chosen is appropriate for the specific risk profile of the country and the traveler. 24/7 availability of secure, situation-specific lodging recommendations based on travel schedule and conditions If you require any accommodations during an emergency or evacuation, see a security specialist. Active monitoring and end-to-end journey management in high-risk areas  Consultation: Security teams within organizations might benefit from comprehensive risk evaluations of hotels and the areas around them. includes thorough research and field-based risk assessments of certain hotels in relation to a journey, occasion, or task. access to a specially created, thoroughly screened hotel database based on operating locations physical evaluations and recommendations for accommodations tailored to each assignee’s profile  Collaboration with Safehotels: bringing further expertise and understanding of impartial, field-based evaluations of hotel security, safety, and hygiene. The UNISDR and the ICCA recognize their independently developed standards, which attest to the cleanliness, hygiene, safety, and security of hotels at the Standard, Premium, and Executive accreditation levels. thorough evaluations of hotel property security and safety, personnel training, fire and security systems, crisis management, and increased security for people in high-risk areas Through this cooperation, clients will have access to a wider range of hotels that have been accredited for safety and security. Source- Travel daily Link- https://www.traveldailymedia.com/international-sos-launches-enhanced-safe-accommodation-services/

Today, Emirates and Batik Air Malaysia announced a codeshare agreement that would give Emirates customers access to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) for flights to five domestic Malaysian cities and three regional South East Asia destinations operated by Batik Air. YB Tuan Anthony Loke, Malaysia’s Minister of Transport, attended the ceremony and praised the strategic alliance between Emirates and Batik Air, highlighting the many benefits it provides to travelers globally. “We are happy about the collaboration, as it could enhance Malaysia’s position as a leading entry point into the area. We anticipate more traffic at KLIA, particularly to help with connectivity to other locations. Orhan Abbas, Senior Vice President, Commercial Operations (Far East), Emirates, and Datuk Chandran Rama Muthy, Group Strategic Director, Batik Air, introduced the improved cooperation. Saeed Mubarak, Emirates’ Country Manager for Malaysia, and Anand Lakshminarayanan, Senior Vice President of Revenue Optimization and Airline Partnerships, were also present at the inauguration ceremony. As per the agreement, Batik Air operates flights to Penang, Kuching, Kota Kinabalu, Langkawi, Johor Bahru, Denpasar, Jakarta, and Singapore. Emirates will place its code on these flights, providing customers with a convenient baggage policy and a seamless travel experience as they connect to new destinations using a single ticket. Customers of Emirates will also be able to make a layover in Kuala Lumpur prior to continuing on to their ultimate destinations. Through Kuala Lumpur, the airline will also have access to eight more destinations served by Batik Air for interline transfers. Regarding this collaboration, Orhan Abbas said, “We’re happy to offer our customers more options and increased connectivity to new and exciting destinations. Malaysia is an important market in our Far East network.” By means of this collaboration, we will extend the reach of our network to over 1,490 cities globally. We are eager to collaborate closely with our partner Batik Air to provide travelers with even more options and easy travel experiences. In addition to enhancing Batik Air’s network connectivity, this project gives Emirates travelers the chance to discover fascinating new locations in Malaysia and South East Asia, according to Datuk Chandran Rama Muthy, Group Strategic Director of Batik Air. We are pleased to be a part of this strategic partnership, which will allow us to reach new markets and provide our esteemed customers with more convenience and flexibility. This alliance demonstrates our dedication to quality, and we are excited to welcome tourists from all around the world to enjoy the special fusion of services provided by Emirates and Batik Air. Since 1996, Emirates has been providing customers with top-notch goods and services on 21 weekly flights to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, employing a combination of Boeing 777 and Airbus A380 aircraft. As of right now, the airline has 118 interline, 30 codeshare, and 11 intermodal partners. Its long-standing relationship with the Jakarta-based Lion Air Group and its subsidiaries Batik Air Indonesia and Batik Air Malaysia is one of these partnerships. For travel starting on November 1, 2023, tickets can be purchased via travel agencies, www.emirates.com, and online travel agencies (OTAs). Source- Travel daily Link- https://www.traveldailymedia.com/emirates-and-batik-air-enhance-cooperation/

A multi-year contract has been inked between Embraer and Luxair, the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg’s flag carrier, to sustain the recently acquired E195-E2 fleet through the Pool Program. The four new jets that Luxair will add to its fleet will have support for a large variety of repairable components thanks to this agreement. A significant range of parts that are immediately available on the customer’s operational base is also included in the solution. Presently, over 60 airlines across the globe are supported by Embraer’s Pool Program. “We continue to show our dedication to quality with the signing of this Pool Program agreement with Embraer. We will be able to rely on Embraer’s experience for our upcoming fleet because of this partnership, which will shorten lead times for maintenance and ensure that our aircraft are operationally available, maintained to the highest standards, and guaranteed to be safe and reliable. The CEO of Luxair, Gilles Feith, says, “This partnership is exactly in line with our desire to always offer the best to our customers.” “We are prepared to offer Luxair the finest possible support to keep their fleet operating at peak readiness. They will be able to combine reduced expenses and improved performance thanks to the Pool Program. “We are happy to collaborate with Luxair and extend a warm welcome to them as a new E2 client,” stated Carlos Naufel, CEO and President of Embraer Services & Support. With its extensive network of component services and technological know-how, Embraer supports airlines all over the world. In the end, guaranteed performance levels are achieved along with significant savings in repair and inventory carrying costs, as well as a decrease in the amount of warehouse space and staff needed for repair management. The portfolio of Embraer Services & Support provides a broad range of affordable options tailored to each customer in order to support the expanding Embraer aircraft fleet globally and provide the greatest after-sales care in the aerospace sector. Source- Travel daily  Link- https://www.traveldailymedia.com/luxair-and-embraer-sign-a-pool-program-agreement-for-the-airlines-newly-acquired-e2-fleet/

For 2024, A-ROSA River trips will offer its largest itinerary to date with the addition of more themed trips to its repertoire. Along with the current themes of Yoga & Nutrition, Meditation, Create & Illustrate, and Photography, there are now three new themes available for purchase: Dance, Jazz & Swing, and Beauty & Spa. In order to guarantee that guests return home inspired by their selected subject, coaches or artists welcome guests aboard each trip. Each expert themed itinerary includes workshops, seminars, and/or evening entertainment. Each five-night trip is offered on the Rhine and Danube rivers on specific departure dates in March and November 2024. And here’s a treat: by using the unique code “HALLOWEEN” in the A-ROSA booking engine, you may save 30% on the cruise ticket. This code is good for any reservations made from now until October 31st, 2024, with the exception of departures for Culinary Highlights. A few new themes are: DANCE: Bring your dancing shoes for this cruise. Michael Theissen, the event’s host, will lead dancers of all skill levels in two well-liked dance forms. Come learn two line dance moves from him, along with a disco class and themed evenings to showcase your newly acquired skills. One evening, there’s also the opportunity to learn a little bit more about the background of dance through an interesting discussion. The A-ROSA SENA is the ideal ship for this vacation because of her expansive dance floor and extra-large spa, which are wonderful for unwinding afterward. This five-night Rhine cruise departs on March 20, 2024, and returns on November 27, 2024. JAZZ & SWING: International jazz greats “The Mood Messengers” will be performing on this brand-new trip. In two evening performances, this gifted trio will transport listeners to the worlds of jazz and swing while showcasing their incredible repertory. With a repertoire that includes jazz ballads, sensuous bossa nova, danceable swing, and jazz renditions of popular songs, this trip offers breathtaking scenery throughout the day and musically captivating evenings. On November 3, 2024, A-ROSA AQUA will sail from the Rhine on this five-night voyage, and on November 19, 2024, A-ROSA FLORA will depart from the Danube. BEAUTY & SPA – Step inside the magnificent A-ROSA SENA for a brand-new, extra-special departure that is dedicated to everything beauty and spa related. This journey explores the secrets of beauty from the inside out, hosted by Thalasso expert Ingrid Breyer in collaboration with marine cosmetic powerhouse Thalgo. It includes an enhanced program of onboard beauty treatments and exercise, the opportunity to try the newest products in Thalgo’s award-winning marine-inspired product range, and fascinating lectures and workshops on topics like holistic beauty and conscious anti-ageing. This five-night Rhine trip departs on November 12, 2024, aboard the ship A-ROSA SENA. Recurring themes consist of: YOGA & NUTRITION: With this short cruise, take a break from the daily grind. Daily yoga sessions and thought-provoking lectures on nutrition, fitness, and health are all part of this five-night adventure that aims to calm, revitalize, and reconnect guests with their inner selves. Ulrike Homuth, a well-known health and lifestyle coach and authorized Anusara yoga instructor, serves as the host. She will lead guests in yoga sessions against breathtaking scenery, go further into lifestyle decisions to enhance stress levels, sleep quality, and nutrition, and provide customized takeaways by fusing modern methods with age-old wisdom. This five-night voyage departs on the Rhine on March 25, 2024, aboard A-ROSA SENA, and on the Danube on November 9, 2024, aboard A-ROSA FLORA. MEDITATION: Guests are encouraged to join mindfulness instructor Fabienne Bill as she explores their inner selves on these meditation-themed cruises, where she hopes to help them discover their inner serenity and escape the grind of daily life. During onboard meditation lessons, the mental health specialist will encourage passengers to take some time for themselves. She will also give them reflection assignments to complete while they are on land. She covers subjects like emotions, mindfulness, and resilience in her seminars. On November 7 and 22, A-ROSA SENA will leave on a five-night trip down the Rhine. PHOTOGRAPHY: Sailings with a photography theme are a terrific option for travelers who wish to learn how to take the ideal vacation photo and want to be able to take it. Photographer Lisa Stelzel will be there to greet the guests and share some insider knowledge. The blogger, a native of Vienna, will guide visitors on photo tours of her hometown and the Swiss treasure, Linz, as well as the most Instagrammable hidden spots in the city. Those that follow along will discover how to use their smartphone or camera to capture beautiful images of the continuously shifting landscape that surrounds them. Between October 30 and November 4, A-ROSA FLORA will run a five-night Danube trip. CREATE & ILLUSTRATE: With breathtaking river views as a backdrop, these artistic excursions inspire passengers’ creative ideas. Tanja Meyer, a skilled illustrator, will join sailings that feature a variety of offered onboard workshops open to all guests. Visitors can create postcards and bags to take home as a memento of their artistic voyage using the illustrator’s templates. On November 02 and November 07, A-ROSA BRAVA will set sail on a five-night Rhine cruise. Source- Travel daily

Today, the Department of Conservation (DOC) and Air New Zealand announced an extension of their collaboration to work together for conservation. The two organizations will double their annual direct expenditure, and their commitment will last for another five years. Over the next five years, Air New Zealand will directly invest more than $5 million in DOC biodiversity programs as part of the renewal, building on more than ten years of collaboration. With this expanded commitment, DOC’s statewide Conservation Dogs Programme will join the airline’s ongoing support for pest control and species monitoring along five of New Zealand’s Great Walks. The long-standing cooperation with New Zealand’s national carrier, according to DOC Director-General Penny Nelson, is evidence of the importance of wildlife in Aotearoa. “The foundation of tourism is the environment. People benefit when they are exposed to untamed, wholesome, and distinctive nature. Both foreign tourists and residents of New Zealand are drawn to our landscape. Unfortunately, almost 4000 species are either imperiled or in danger of going extinct. We can accomplish more for native species thanks to our collaboration with Air New Zealand than we could on our own. For instance, on the Milford route, our collaboration has reduced the number of predators to the point that we are able to increase the pāteke/brown teal population. Air New Zealand funded radio transmitters to track their success in addition to flying in 60 planes. Thanks to our collaboration, trampers can now see pāteke together with a variety of other healthy birds, reptiles, and insects when hiking along the track.We can have an effect like this through enduring partnerships with businesses, which is why we are thrilled to be advancing our work with Air New Zealand. Air New Zealand will offer more than $5 million in in-kind support in addition to the direct investment. As part of this support, conservation dogs and threatened animals are still flown, and campaigns are launched to bring attention to the biodiversity disaster and ways that both New Zealanders and visitors from other countries may help with conservation efforts in Aotearoa. Kiri Hannifin, Chief Sustainability Officer of Air New Zealand, says the airline is thrilled to add the world-renowned Conservation Dogs Programme to its long-standing relationship with DOC.The distinctive and priceless biodiversity of New Zealand is always at danger. It is essential to keep putting a variety of science-based efforts into action to counter this threat. “Our enhanced funding will help the DOC Conservation Dogs Programme train, certify, and assist teams of dog handlers in identifying protected species in New Zealand and invasive pests. “The fight against Aotearoa’s declining biodiversity is being led by these highly trained dogs and their handlers.” Since the partnership started in 2012, it has flown over 4,300 threatened species and conservation dogs, accomplished more than 42,000ha of continuous pest management alongside some of the most famous Great Walks, and facilitated over 30 million interactions with people through collaborative storytelling. Source- Travel daily Link- https://www.traveldailymedia.com/air-new-zealand-and-department-of-conservation-partnership-renewed/

Hilton has announced the inauguration of Hilton Yokohama. Hilton Yokohama is situated in central Yokohama, Japan’s second-largest city after Tokyo, in Minato Mirai 21, a bustling waterfront residential, business, and entertainment center. The opening of Hilton Yokohama in this popular location strengthens Hilton’s position in Japan. Within the Minato Mirai 21 sector, Hilton Yokohama is located next to concert Terrace, the largest purpose-built concert venue globally. Impressive amenities like the state-of-the-art K-Tower Yokohama office skyscraper and the K-Arena Yokohama, an arena with seating for over 20,000 people, are part of this waterfront complex. This integrated project, which unites the commercial, entertainment, and hotel sectors, enhances Yokohama’s standing as a vibrant metropolitan hub. Timothy Soper, area vice president and head of Hilton’s Japan, Korea, and Micronesia, said, “We are delighted to partner with Ken Corporation to bring our first Hilton hotel to Yokohama, as we mark our 60th anniversary in Japan since we introduced Hilton Tokyo in 1963.” Source- Travel daily Link- https://www.traveldailymedia.com/hilton-yokohama-opens-with-339-keys-in-japan/