Expanded Airline Routes Boost Global Travel Airlines around the world have heard our cries for more travel options (and fewer layovers), and they’re answering in a big way. Starting this December, Air France, Turkish Airlines, and Royal Air Maroc are rolling out shiny new routes like they’re showing off their latest toys. Whether you want to bask in the sun of Brazil, wander the streets of Santiago, or explore Toronto’s... err... chilly charms, these airlines have got you covered. So, get ready to rack up those frequent flyer miles because the skies are about to get a whole lot busier—just in time for your next vacation excuse! Let's break down the highlights of what's coming, shall we? Air France Takes Brazil by Storm (or by Plane, Actually) Kicking off the winter season, Air France is spreading its wings and heading to Salvador, Brazil—a city packed with Afro-Brazilian culture, Portuguese colonial charm, and enough beach resorts to make your Instagram followers jealous. Starting October 28, 2024, they’ll offer three weekly flights from Paris to Salvador. If you're more of a "Frequent Fortaleza Flyer," don't worry, they're also upping their fligh...

Ryanair Launches New Winter Routes 2024: Milan Gets More, Bergamo Gets Less, and Michael O'Leary Wants Your Surcharges Gone! Italy’s favourite airline (and let's be honest, probably its loudest) Ryanair has big plans for winter 2024! Like a chef tossing pizza dough into the air, Ryanair is launching 10 new routes from Milan Malpensa Airport, whisking travelers off to sun-drenched Fuerteventura, the ancient ruins of Athens, the festive squares of Budapest, and… wait for it… the winter wonders of Tallinn. Yes, Estonia! So, pack your thermals and sunscreen, because Ryanair’s got you covered—Mallorca to Marrakech and everywhere in between. The 10 new winter routes from Milan Malpensa Airport are to Athens, Budapest, Paris, Fuerteventura, Krakow, Mallorca, Marrakech, Reggio Calabria, Rzeszow, and Tallinn.  If that wasn’t enough to get you rummaging through your sock drawer for your passport, Ryanair is also parking its eighth aircraft at Milan Malpensa. This move is set to boost their traffic by 10%, meaning 4.5 million eager passengers will be zipping around the continent, experiencing new cultures and, of course, Ryanair’s infamous legroom. Bergamo's Bye-Bye to Seats ...

Etihad Double-Daily Flights and Free Stopovers – Summer 2025 is About to Get Sunny! The Summer 2025 travel schedule just got a glow-up! Etihad Airways is rolling out double-daily flights to some of Europe’s most beloved cities, and guess what? They’re throwing in a free Abu Dhabi stopover to sweeten the deal. Paris, Milan, Barcelona, Madrid, and more—it's like a summer buffet of Europe’s finest, with a side of luxury desert stopover in the UAE. Twice the Flights, Twice the Fun Etihad is ramping up services faster than your Wi-Fi on airplane mode. Double-daily flights will soon connect Abu Dhabi to hotspots like Paris, Milan, Rome, Barcelona, Madrid, and beyond. So, whether you’re craving croissants by the Seine or tapas in Madrid, you’ll now have morning and evening flight options to match your every mood. That’s right—want to sleep in a little? Catch the 2 p.m. flight and still be in Europe by dinner. Or, if you’re an early bird, grab the morning flight and land just in time for breakfast in Milan. And that’s not all! Malaga is getting some extra love too, with five flights per week during the summer, because, clearly, Etihad knows you deserve a little more beach ...

American Airlines Expands Routes for Summer 2025 - Get Ready for a European Adventure  Just as you’re cozying up with pumpkin spice lattes and oversized scarves, American Airlines is plotting something big for your summer 2025 travel plans. Forget raking leaves; it's time to plan your escape to Europe. AA is adding five brand-new routes to its European network, and trust us, you’ll want to pack your bags for these destinations: Edinburgh, Athens, Madrid, Milan, and Rome. Yes, that means more transatlantic flights to whisk you away to dreamy places where carbs don’t count, and the architecture is older than the internet. Castles, Pasta, and Mythology – Oh My! Let’s break it down: say you are joining the migratory or traveling population and you are flying out of Philadelphia (PHL), you can say you are the chosen one. The journey does not end there because apart from over 80 domestic points you get to connect, there are about 17 new routes across the Atlantic among them one to Edinburgh in Scotland. Get comfortable because if its currently winter where you are, very soon travellers will be exchanging their cheesesteaks for haggis (or not) as they roam around ancient c...

Istanbul Becomes World's Top Connected Airport! As it stands, Istanbul Airport is now the undisputed leader in global connectivity, with an incredible, according to aviation analytics by cirium.com, 309 destinations. Heathrow, you are no longer the main connecting hub; there is a new kid in the block and more connections are being made than ever before! The New King of Connections: Istanbul Airport: One cannot help but be astonished by the size of the connecting network, 309 in total direct connections which make the Turkish airport the new travel champion. Whether it’s business travel to Tokyo or the leisure trip to Vienna, the elders at this airport guarantees your needs are satisfied. And with Turkish Airlines at the helm, you might even be tempted to take a few extra layovers—just for fun. Sorry, Europe, Istanbul's Got This: Frankfurt (296 connections), Paris Charles de Gaulle (282), and Amsterdam Schiphol (270) are all trailing behind Istanbul’s lead. Amsterdam’s even had to share its fourth-place spot with Chicago O’Hare—because sharing is caring, right? Dubai Climbs the Ladder: London Heathrow was given the cold shoulder this year, sliding right off the top 10...

Bogotá-Paris route Launched after 20 years -  The renowned Latin American airline, Avianca has announced its return to Paris via a newly opened direct route from Bogotá after 20 years of break. Starting with Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircrafts having Avianca’s premium Insignia experience in Business Class, the first flight flew out of Bogotá’s El Dorado Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Highlights of the Bogota-Paris Route: Enhanced Connectivity: Initially, Avianca will operate up to five flights per week and then add five more starting from July 15th, 2024 strengthening connections between Latin America and Europe. Exclusive Business Class Experience: Gourmet meals are prepared by chef Álvaro Clavijo for people traveling in business class as well as amenity kits containing products made by indigenous Gunadule community. Cargo Capacity: Avianca Cargo offers more than 1,000 tons of weekly capacity for transporting perishables, luxury goods, pharmaceuticals and general cargo from Latin America to Europe. Bogotá-Paris route Launched after 20 years As much as this strategic move expands Avianca’s network across over 25 countries and reaches up to 75 destination...

New Airline Routes Launching Worldwide July 2024 -  As summer travel season begina, airlines are announcing numerous new routes globally in July 2024 that present travellers with more destination options and improve worldwide connections. Here’s a glimpse at some of the most significant additions: New Connections in Americas Starting July 6, Aerolineas Argentinas will launch weekly flights from Buenos Aires Aeroparque J. Newbery (AEP) to Porto Seguro (BPS) . This will open up the famous Brazilian coastal city to Argentine tourists who would love to spend their summer vacations there. From the 1st of July, Aeromexico will introduce an everyday service from Mexico City Juarez (MEX) to Raleigh/Durham (RDU) thus enhancing connectivity between Mexico and the southeastern United States. Beginning on July 1, United Airlines will operate daily flights between San Francisco (SFO) and Montreal (YUL)  hence improving air transport accessibility between these two major cities. Also starting on July 3, LATAM Airlines Group is commencing daily flights on Bogota (colombia) (BOG)-Madrid (MAD)-787-8 route for enhanced transatlantic availability. Alaska Airlines is extending...

Ten New Taxi boats Paris -  Want a fun way to explore Paris that’s also kind to the environment? Look no further than Taxi Seine Paris. This groundbreaking service has 10 taxi boats, which each have room for six passengers. These ten new taxi boats Paris run between two of the city’s most famous landmarks: the Louvre and the Eiffel Tower. Can't you just picture yourself cruising down the Seine? But wait, there’s more! If you’re in town for the Olympics, Taxi Seine Paris is perfect – it connects Concorde Urban Park with Eiffel Tower Stadium. And make sure you check out SPOT24 near La Bourdonnais shuttle stop; it’s an exhibition on Olympic, sports and urban culture. Ten New Taxi boats Paris This amazing initiative was launched during the Sustainable Tourism Conference 2021 with the aim of improving mobility along this iconic river in France. River travel is not only picturesque but also environmentally friendly as it uses a quarter less energy than land transportation. Better still, Paris Port Community (CPP) and HAROPA PORT are working towards implementing new sustainable propulsion systems whereby by 40 out of 150 commercial vessels plying their trade in Seine River wil...

Emirates Unveils Partnership with Wimbledon - Emirates has announced a partnership with Wimbledon, making it the official airline partner for the first time in history. The collaboration will see the airliner introduce an extraordinary Airbus A380 “Wimbledon” livery and unique inflight services during the tournament from 1-14 July. Main features Emirates Unveils Partnership with Wimbledon: One-of-a-kind A380 Livery: This week Emirates revealed a specially designed A380 livery featuring the Wimbledon logo and player silhouettes on its fuselage. The plane will make its debut on a flight to London Heathrow on 1 July and fly other routes including Manchester, Washington D.C., Paris among others. Inflight Experience: On flights bound for the UK in July, passengers can enjoy various Wimbledon-themed treats. First and Business Class passengers will be offered pastries, strawberries & cream as well as lemon strawberry cupcakes decorated with the Wimbledon logo whilst those travelling in Economy or Premium Economy class may choose from cream cheese mousse or strawberry cheesecake. Ground Activities: At All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC), Emirates will set up interactive expe...

New Direct Flights to Las Vegas - Easy Connections to major cities Aer Lingus operates with ease allowing passengers from different European cities including Manchester, London, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Paris, Berlin, Barcelona, Madrid, Amsterdam and Dusseldorf. These New Direct Flights to Las Vegas just made travelling much easier.  Aer Lingus will celebrate the launch of their first ever flight from Dublin to fun-filled Las Vegas by flying on the 25th of October, 2024. It is suggested that you book in advance so as not to miss out on a winter break in the Sports and Entertainment Capital of the World. From just before this year’s mid-term, Aer Lingus will be serving its customers three days per week i.e. Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday up-to April 29th, 2025 which includes Easter midterm break. The operator for this route would be Airbus A330-300 known for its spaciousness thus providing comfortable travel experience to passengers. Why Choose Las Vegas? Popularly known as Sin City, Las Vegas has gained an international reputation as an ultimate winter sun and leisure destination with dazzling shows, electrifying concerts, thrilling sports events like t...

United Airlines launches Athens Route You know what? United Airlines has a whole heap of exciting news! That’s right, they have announced the opening of a seasonal transatlantic route between Chicago and Athens this May. Yes, I said Athens! From May 17th to August 12th you can fly to the beautiful capital of Greece every single day. Not only that but they’re using Boeing 787-8s on these 5,447 mile flights. So you’ll be flying in style alright. But wait there’s more! Norse Atlantic Airways will also now be offering flights between ATH and JFK as well as CDG (Paris) to Los Angeles. With all these new routes there are even more ways for travellers like us to see the world and create unforgettable memories. Oh, and did I mention that United will be the second airline flying nonstop from Chicago O’Hare International Airport to Athens International Airport? Looks like American Airlines have some competition because their seasonal service starts on May 6th! But wait, there's more! United isn't stopping there. They've got two more seasonal services to Athens from Newark Liberty International Airport and Washington Dulles International Airport. That's right, three chances to so...

Olympic Games 2024 with So French DMC Are you ready for the most exciting 2024 Olympic Games in Paris! It will take place from the 26th of July till the 11th of August. During these days, Paris will be filled with world-class athletes, breathtaking events and unforgettable emotions. And you know what? Your top destination management company in France So French DMC won’t let you miss a thing. Imagine seeing athletes sprinting down Champs-Élysées, gymnasts doing flips at Grand Palais or maybe epic beach volleyball matches with Eiffel Tower as a background… This is like a dream coming true – and it can come true! So French DMC is your must-have golden ticket to the best Olympics ever. We know Paris like the backside of our hands, so we are here to get you front seats, backstage tours access (not literally), and even try to help you run into some Olympians. Just kidding but who knows! But wait, there’s more! Paris will be a whirlwind of fun beyond the stadiums. We're talking cultural events, lively festivals, and celebrations that’ll have you dancing in the streets. Let So French be your guide through this vibrant city. From world-class museums to gourmet dining that’ll make you...

Tunisia's Soaring Connectivity to Europe: A Record-Breaking Summer Tunisia has more capacity to Europe than any other African country, after Morocco and Egypt, . It will offer a record 3.54 million departing seats between April and October, according to Cirium data, a 14.6% rise over 2019. In the past two decades, this is only the fourth time that Tunisian capacity has exceeded three million seats — showing strong recovery from the  global pandemic among other things. Highlights of Tunisia's Soaring Connectivity to Europe: Record Capacity: Highest ever for Tunisia with 3.54 million departing seats. Strong Growth: Up by 14.6% on 2019. Resilient Recovery: Overcoming the impacts of theglobal pandemic etc. However, development has been held back by delays to an eagerly anticipated EU open skies agreement – much like Morocco, increased foreign (Ultra)LCC presence would benefit Tunisia to stimulate tourism and VFR traffic. Nevertheless, significant growth has been recorded by Nouvelair – a leisure operator based in Tunisia. A Record Summer with Many New European Routes: Over 30 new routes have been launched this summer – all are brand-new or not operated within t...