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Sabre Corporation Refuses to Assist Lynx Air with Passenger Refunds Amid Bankruptcy

By | 2024-04-25T16:26:45-04:00 April 18th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Airline Business, Airlines, Travel Business & GDS OTA|

Lynx Air's efforts to refund passengers have hit a roadblock as Sabre Corporation, the U.S. firm responsible for handling the airline's bookings, has reportedly declined to assist with the refund process. This development was detailed by Michael Woodward, Lynx Air’s interim chief financial officer, in an April 9 filing to the Court of King's Bench [...]

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Amsterdam Takes Decisive Action Against Overtourism by Slashing River Cruise Numbers

By | 2024-04-24T15:43:19-04:00 April 18th, 2024|@AirGuide Destinations, Cruise & Yachting, Destination, Hotels & Resorts, Travel Business & GDS OTA|

Amsterdam has taken a bold step to address its overtourism issue by announcing significant reductions in the number of river cruises allowed into the city. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to manage the influx of tourists, which has surged following the global tourism halt caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2023, approximately [...]

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Top Hotel Credit Cards for Earning Free Nights in 2024

By | 2024-04-24T15:43:20-04:00 April 17th, 2024|@AirGuide Destinations, Hotel Business, Hotels & Resorts, Travel Business & GDS OTA, Travel Tips|

As hotel room rates continue to climb, the value of earning free nights through hotel credit cards is more appealing than ever. With various cards offering significant rewards and perks, here are our top picks for the best hotel credit cards that can help you secure complimentary stays in 2024. These cards not only provide [...]

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Barcelona Raises Tourist Tax to Address Overtourism as Visitor Numbers Surge

By | 2024-04-24T15:43:20-04:00 April 17th, 2024|@AirGuide Destinations, Destination, Hotels & Resorts, Travel Business & GDS OTA|

Barcelona, a top destination for travelers, has implemented an increase in its tourist tax starting in April, in response to the rising concerns of overtourism. With 9.7 million tourists visiting in 2022, the city has taken this measure to manage the influx and mitigate its impact on local residents and infrastructure. This tax hike is [...]

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Carnival Cruise Line Cracks Down on Unauthorized Activities, Faces Passenger Backlash

By | 2024-04-24T15:43:21-04:00 April 17th, 2024|@AirGuide Destinations, Cruise & Yachting, Travel Business & GDS OTA|

Carnival Cruise Line has recently taken firm action to halt unauthorized activities aboard its ships, a move that has sparked frustration among some passengers and led to allegations on social media of the company being driven by profit motives. The cruise operator's decision to enforce stricter rules against certain on-board behaviors comes as part of [...]

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Travel + Leisure Reveals the Top New Cruise Ships of 2024

By | 2024-04-24T15:43:24-04:00 April 16th, 2024|@AirGuide Destinations, Cruise & Yachting, Travel Business & GDS OTA, Travel Tips|

Travel + Leisure has officially released its much-anticipated 2024 It List, spotlighting the best new cruise ships that debuted in 2023. This list celebrates the most innovative and exciting additions to the world of cruising, offering travelers unique experiences, luxurious amenities, and advanced environmental technologies. The featured ships have set new standards in the cruise [...]

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Windstar Cruises Expands Fleet with Two New All-Suite Vessels Set for 2025 and 2026 Launches

By | 2024-04-24T15:43:24-04:00 April 16th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Cruise & Yachting, Travel Business & GDS OTA|

Windstar Cruises, renowned for its intimate small-ship voyages, has announced the addition of two new all-suite vessels to its fleet, named Star Seeker and Star Explorer. Scheduled to debut in 2025 and 2026 respectively, these ships are poised to enhance the luxury cruising experience with their all-suite accommodations and innovative designs. The introduction of Star [...]

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The Fate of Retired Cruise Ships, the Final Destinations of Ocean Giants

By | 2024-04-24T15:43:24-04:00 April 16th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Cruise & Yachting, Travel Business & GDS OTA|

Once their voyaging days are over, cruise ships often find themselves heading to vast ship graveyards, where their massive hulls meet different fates. The process of retiring a cruise ship is not merely about docking it indefinitely; it involves a complex and often environmentally sensitive operation to recycle or repurpose these maritime behemoths. When a [...]

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Carnival Cruise Line Enhances Travel Advisor Booking Platform with New GoCCL Navigator Features

By | 2024-04-24T15:43:25-04:00 April 15th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Cruise & Yachting, Travel Business & GDS OTA|

Carnival Cruise Line is introducing a series of enhancements to its travel advisor booking platform, GoCCL Navigator, aimed at improving efficiency and the overall booking experience. The updates, unveiled today, are designed to streamline the cruise booking process through a user-friendly interface and additional functionalities that assist travel advisors in serving their clients more effectively. [...]

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Search Underway for Holland America Line Crew Member Who Went Overboard Near Florida Keys

By | 2024-04-19T08:45:45-04:00 April 14th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Cruise & Yachting, Destination, Safety, Travel Business & GDS OTA|

A crew member from the Holland America Line cruise ship, Rotterdam, is currently missing after apparently going overboard intentionally during the final leg of a six-night Caribbean cruise. The incident occurred as the ship was navigating east along the Florida Keys. The situation came to light early Saturday morning when the ship docked at Fort [...]

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Fiji Endorses Open Skies Policy to Expand Air Travel and Economic Growth

By | 2024-04-18T15:29:49-04:00 April 11th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Airline Business, Airport Business, Government & Regulatory, Hotel Business, Travel Business & GDS OTA|

The Fijian government has officially decided to adopt an open skies policy, a significant shift announced following a cabinet meeting on April 9 in Suva. This strategic move is part of an effort to enhance Fiji's National Aviation Policy and is expected to bolster economic, strategic, and operational growth in the aviation sector. Approval of [...]

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Summer Travel Boom Meets Aircraft Shortage: Airlines Scramble for Solutions as Passenger Numbers Soar

By | 2024-04-18T15:29:52-04:00 April 10th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Airline Business, Travel Business & GDS OTA|

As summer approaches, the airline industry is bracing for a record-breaking travel season, with projections indicating that global travel demand will exceed pre-pandemic levels. However, airlines are struggling with a significant shortage of aircraft due to ongoing production issues at leading manufacturers Boeing and Airbus. Travel analysts expect 4.7 billion passengers to take to the [...]

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