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From 9 December, Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand will officially commence their new codeshare agreement. This will offer Velocity Frequent Flyer members more ways to earn and redeem points across 16 routes, access to Air New Zealand lounges, and added perks such as priority service and extra baggage. Click below to see which trans-Tasman flights are covered by this new agreement. https://okt.to/eJcRhs #VirginAustralia #AirNewZealand #BusinessTravel

Virgin Australia has added its code to a host of Air New Zealand routes operated across the Tasman. The codeshare routes connect Australian cities to three New Zealand airports: Auckland (AKL), Christchurch and Wellington. The codeshare includes Air New Zealand flights to all three points from Australian cities Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne and Sydney. The Virgin Australia code will also be on Air New Zealand’s year-round flights between Perth and AKL. Three more codeshare routes include seasonal flights to AKL from Cairns, Hobart and Sunshine Coast. 2024-12-09 .

Well today started with an early cup of tea and obligatory Tunnocks Wafer on the Loganair Limited flight to Manchester. I have had a great day visiting Travel Counsellors for the Corporate Takeover Day. Have heard all about the upcoming developments to our business and our partnership with Travelogix to provide outstanding reporting on travel spend, habits and carbon data. Watch this space for more info on the exciting new products and services we will be rolling out in the coming months. #corporatetravel #businesstravel #tmc #travelmanagement

🙌 Link Airways Bingo! Servicing flights between state capitals and regional towns across the ACT, NSW, QLD, VIC, and TAS, we can conveniently connect you to your destination. How many destinations have you flown with us? Let us know if you scored ‘Bingo’ in the comments below! #LinkAirwaysAU #LinkAirways #TravelWithLink #FlyWithLink

Virgin Australia has officially commenced its codeshare partnership with Air New Zealand on some trans-Tasman flights. Tickets are now on sale under the agreement, which was approved by the ACCC in June and sees Virgin place its VA code on trans-Tasman Air New Zealand flights originating and sold in Australia, provided Air New Zealand sets the fares. https://lnkd.in/g7dzMB5N

PLAY airlines Shifts Focus to Leisure Markets: Here’s Why Icelandic low-cost carrier PLAY Airlines is making strategic changes to its business model, focusing on leisure markets and applying for a Maltese Air Operator Certificate (AOC). Here’s how and why this shift is happening: 1. Disappointing Yields: * PLAY’s connecting traffic between Europe and North America has not been as profitable as expected. * Increased competition and capacity on North Atlantic routes have negatively impacted financial results. 2. Focus on Profitable Routes: * The airline will increase point-to-point services to leisure destinations in Southern Europe. * These routes have been popular and profitable since the airline’s inception. 3. Fleet Reallocation: * PLAY plans to base part of its fleet outside Iceland, starting with a partnership in Miami and operations in Tenerife. * The Maltese AOC will allow PLAY to expand its operations in Southern Europe. 4. Strategic Partnerships: Collaborations with other carriers, such as GlobalX in Miami, will help optimize fleet utilization and expand market reach. 5. Financial Stability: Despite lower-than-expected earnings for 2024, PLAY remains in a secure financial position and does not plan to raise additional capital. This strategic pivot aims to enhance profitability by focusing on routes and markets that have consistently shown strong performance. Read more on Aviation Week Network article https://lnkd.in/dvADRdwU

Jet2’s New Horizons: Bournemouth Airport’s Gateway to Adventure In a bold move that underscores its commitment to regional growth and customer demand, Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have unveiled an ambitious expansion at Bournemouth Airport. Starting April 2025, the airline will introduce 16 new routes, connecting the South of England to a host of sought-after destinations across Europe123. A New Chapter for Bournemouth Airport This expansion marks a significant milestone for Bournemouth Airport, which will see Jet2 establish its 12th UK base. The move is expected to create over 100 jobs, ranging from flight deck to ground operations, bolstering the local economy and providing new opportunities for travel enthusiasts and professionals alike. The new routes include popular holiday spots in Turkey, Spain, Portugal, and Greece, with exclusive flights to Fuerteventura and Madeira from Bournemouth. Jet2’s decision to offer up to 27 weekly flights from this base reflects a strategic response to the increasing appetite for travel in the region. Elevating the Travel Experience Jet2 is renowned for its award-winning service, and passengers embarking from Bournemouth can expect nothing less. With a focus on customer satisfaction, Jet2 offers friendly flight times, a generous baggage allowance, and a commitment to ensuring a pleasant journey from start to finish. The launch of Jet2’s new routes from Bournemouth Airport is more than just an expansion of services; it’s a testament to the airline’s dedication to accessibility and customer-centricity. As we approach the inaugural flight in April 2025, the excitement is palpable. For those in the South of England, the skies just got a little friendlier, and the world, a bit closer. #Jet2BournemouthTakeoff #BournemouthAirportAdventures #Jet2NewRoutes2025 #FlySouthWithJet2 #Jet2HolidayHorizons #BournemouthGateway #Jet2Expansion2025 #Jet2EuropeanDestinations #Jet2TravelRevolution #BournemouthToTheWorld

JetBlue Expands to Spain and Scotland! ✈️ JetBlue is adding nonstop flights to Madrid and Edinburgh from Boston next summer. Starting May 22, 2025, daily service to Madrid will run throughout the summer, alongside seasonal flights to Edinburgh, both ending on October 24, 2025. With a focus on offering travel to popular European destinations, JetBlue continues to expand its seasonal transatlantic network, including destinations like Amsterdam, Dublin and London-Gatwick. Flights are already on sale for both economy and business class cabins. #JetBlue #Madrid #Edinburgh #BostonToEurope #EuropeTravel #NonstopFlights #SummerTravel #ExploreEurope #FlyJetBlue

🎟️ Pret or Wizz Air Subscription? You heard that right! Imagine being able to travel anywhere, anytime, spontaneously. 🔗 More airlines' insights here: https://shorturl.at/mlRBF Wizz Air has just introduced two new flight memberships that allow you to purchase a one-time yearly subscription for unlimited travel all year long. 💡 𝑯𝒆𝒓𝒆 𝒊𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒃𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒌𝒅𝒐𝒘𝒏: 𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐅𝐥𝐲 - Pay a one-time annual fee - Access any of the 780 routes across 53 countries - Booking opens 3 days before departure 𝐌𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐬 - Pay a monthly fee based on your departure country - Choose between one-way or round-trip flights - Note: Blackout dates apply, depending on your selected country plan Would subscriptions be a part of the travel industry? We will have to wait and see! 👇🏼 Share your thoughts below #DigitalTravelEU #TravelIndustry #DigitalTransformation #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership #Travel 

🚄 Eurostar train services are now available to travel agents in all markets for ticketing under the code 9F on Hahnair’s HR-169 ticket stock. 🎫 👉 To issue tickets, travel agents can use the standard ticketing process in all major GDSs. Adriana C. Carrelli, Vice President Airline Business at Hahnair: “We are pleased to give our travel agency partners worldwide access to the excellent Eurostar services.” "Through our interline agreement with Eurostar, the rail services of Eurostar and the flights of our more than 350 partner airlines can be combined on a single ticket. 🚄 ✈️ We have a wide network of partner airlines servicing Western Europe, and intermodal travel is extremely attractive to a wide leisure and business travel clientele." 👉 Watch our interview with Paul Brindley, B2B and Indirect Sales Director at Eurostar, commenting on the partnership. 📽️ Eurostar is the only high-speed railway service connecting London with mainland Europe via the Channel Tunnel. Destinations served include London, Paris, Brussels, Lille, Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and Cologne. Their trains reach a maximum speed of 300km per hour (186 miles per hour). Established in 1994, the company carries more than 19 million passengers per year. 🌍 We are looking forward to a new chapter of a successful partnership! #HahnairPartner #IntermodalTravel #TravelIndustry #Eurostar