The United Kingdom has re-instituted requirements for an RT-PCR test on arrival into the UK, effective November 30, 2021. Details inside.
UK-bound passengers need to RT-PCR test by day 2 and isolate till results not received
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Good News: India to lift ban on commercial flights after 20 months. Regular flights to resume in December 2021 (with some exceptions)
In some good news for Indian travellers and those travelling to India, India has opened up its borders to international travellers with effect from December 15, 2021, with some restrictions.
Why are flights to Dubai are so expensive right now?
Planning a trip to Dubai? Here is why fares are eye-watering right now between India and Dubai right now.
Wow! Hi Fly flies an Airbus A340 aircraft over to Antarctica
Hi Fly, an operator of wet-lease aircraft, operated the first-ever A340 flight to land in Antarctica, and it was all sorts of cool. Here are some details from this very interesting flight.
Etihad Guest offering opportunity to earn Status Miles by conversion of miles
Etihad Guest is offering a promotion with an opportunity to earn up to 20,000 status miles just for transferring your points into the Etihad Guest programme. Here are the details and how it works.
Akasa orders 72 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft; Launch planned in 2022
Akasa, the new airline founded by ex-Jet Airways CEO Vinay Dube has placed a firm order for 72 737 MAX aircraft here at the Dubai Airshow. The airline has split it between the regular and high-density variant of the MAX.
Emirates launches aircraft upgrade programme across A380/B777 families; Will retrofit Premium Economy and upgrade Business Class to 1-2-1 configuration
Emirates has launched a new programme to upgrade the A380 and B777 aircraft to add a Premium Economy cabin, along with the addition of a new Business Class cabin on the Boeing 777 which will be 1-2-1 instead of the current 2-4-2 configuration.
First Look inside the Boeing 777X: Boeing’s biggest commercial jet
Boeing today showcased the 777X, their newest and largest widebody jet, currently under flight testing. The new jet is expected to be entering service in 2023.
Dubai Airshow 2021: What lies ahead?
Dubai Airshow is slated to begin tomorrow, and here is a quick look at everything that is to be looked out for at the Dubai Airshow 2021.
Reminder: Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer offering up to 15% bonus on Credit Card points transfers (Plus Easy Star Alliance Gold!)
Singapore Airlines’ KrisFlyer Programme is offering a bonus of 12%-15% more miles when you transfer points from your credit cards to their programme for the rest of 2020. Here are all the details you need to take a good call on this bonus and how to go about it.
UK will recognise Covaxin for travel (amongst other vaccines)
The United Kingdom has added Covaxin, amongst other vaccines to its approved list for travel. Here is the low down of everything you need to know about the new travel rules the UK is putting in place.
