Turkish Airlines announces Sydney-Istanbul Direct Flight!

Get ready, globe-trotters – Turkish Airlines is about to make aviation history, and your travel plans are about to get a whole lot more exciting. Starting in December 2024, Turkish Airlines will launch its first-ever non-stop flights from Sydney to Istanbul. Yes, you read that right – no more 47-hour layovers where you wonder if you’re still in transit or have accidentally started a new life at the airport.

Initially, the route will make a pit stop in Kuala Lumpur for a quick stretch, but by 2025, it’s full throttle non-stop, Sydney to Istanbul. That’s right – soon you can go from cuddling koalas to sipping Turkish tea in no time!

Turkish Airlines: The Global Aviation Superhero

If you’re wondering why this is a big deal, let us break it down. Turkish Airlines isn’t just your average carrier; they’re the cool kid of aviation, connecting you to over 340 destinations worldwide. You want to explore Europe? No problem. There are over 110 cities waiting for you to visit. Istanbul just became your gateway to a whole lot of adventure – with Turkish Airlines playing travel matchmaker.

And the best part: is that you get to cruise aboard the luxurious Airbus A350-900 aircraft. If you want some luxury, then business class is the way to go. And for the rest of us mere mortals in economy, don’t worry – it’s still comfy enough for you to spend an entire season of your favorite TV program while traveling to the other side of the world.

Faster Journeys, Greater Gains

Let’s talk convenience. These non-stop routes between Sydney and Istanbul also mean less travel time, so you’ll be taking your pictures at the Hagia Sophia pretty soon. Plus, it’s not only getting there fast; it’s making those transitions smoother. If it’s a summer by the beach at Santorini, or a walk through the city of Paris, or a business trip to Berlin; this route is going to make all your travelling fantasies come true.

And as it turns out, NSW pellagra actually can excite even more than we are. First of all, they estimate over $53 million in local bucks (that is a lot of baklava) and nearly 300 new jobs, which is quite radical in itself. That’s right, it’s not only Turkish Airlines that is taking us places, it’s taking the economy with it.

A Win-Win for Sydney’s Tourism Scene

NSW Minister for Jobs and Tourism, John Graham, believes this new service will boost Sydney’s tourism economy and rightly so. The best of Europe can now fly straight to Sydney and those who do should consider domes, beaches, and more kangaroos than they ever knew such creatures existed. The position of Sydney as the primary entry and exit point for visitors to Australia is only improving; 38% of the air traffic in and out of Australia to Europe is already routed through Sydney.

Get Ready for Takeoff!

As Turkish Airlines prepares for its inaugural Sydney-Istanbul flight, the excitement is palpable. This is more than just a new route – it’s a travel revolution. Get ready for faster flights, stronger ties between Australia and Türkiye, and a world of new possibilities for both business and leisure travelers.

Turkish Airlines announces Sydney-Istanbul Direct Flight

So, whether you're daydreaming about swapping Vegemite for Turkish delight or planning to explore Europe like never before, Turkish Airlines has your ticket to adventure – literally! December 2024 can’t come soon enough.

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Air Travel: New Paths Unveiled : New Routes, New Adventures, and Plenty of Legroom (Well, Maybe)

As global air travel continues to recover in 2024, airlines around the world are pulling out all the stops, launching new routes to connect us to far-flung corners of the globe. Whether you’re itching for a quick getaway to a tropical paradise or plotting a sneaky business trip somewhere exotic (we see you!), these airlines have got you covered. Let’s dive into the latest flight paths that’ll get you soaring—literally—from Jetstar’s Perth to Bangkok to Airlink’s brand-new Cape Town to Gaborone service.

Jetstar’s New Perth to Bangkok Route: Bringing Pad Thai Closer

It’s been love-hate relationship with  Jetstar, a budget carrier famous for taking you from point A to point B with a toll that is not exorbitant, because in the year 2024, things are changing. On September 6, the Australian carrier will start operations between Perth and Bangkok, offering up to four flights per week. That means, you might be chomping on some street food in the meandering lanes of Bangkok, yet retaining the “breakfast toastie” from the airline inside you. There is room for adventure!

Why Perth to Bangkok, You Ask?

After family trips to Sydney and Perth, Bangkok is the it destination for anyone who loves crazy streets and markets and fancy temples and has a nightlife that makes your average weekend look like a PTA meeting. Also, with this route being launched, the demand for direct Australia-Southeastern Asia route flights is fulfilled. It is part of a larger scheme to position Perth as a Jetstar operational centre for the Asia Pacific, in addition to their already busy routes of Singapore and Phuket. So if you love low prices on tickets and even more reasons to fly, then Jetstar is the airline for you.

And with a new pilot base covering four Airbus A321LR at Perth Airport, Jetstar is now on a beauty parade with Western Australia. For those who think a tiki souvenir is a bit too much or those who plan a rather spontaneous fly to Bangkok today (or rather relish snacks offered by in-flight managers), would do it now!

Airlink’s Cape Town to Gaborone Route: Diamonds and Table Mountain, Anyone?

Not to be outdone, South Africa’s very own Airlink is giving us something new to look forward to, too. Come 1st April 2025 (and nope not an April fools joke), you will be able to explore direct flight services between Cape Town, South Africa and Gaborone, Botswana, thanks to the South African government and cease-fire. The only thing that gets better than doing away with a layover at an airport? Recognising the fact that the person sitting next to you probably doesn’t even know that either of the two cities on the layover is on the map—bragging rights galore!

Why Fly Cape Town to Gaborone?

If you have ever wanted to shift your base from a wine growing region to one housing diamond mines gradually then this is the time for you. Gaborone is the political center of Botswana and is known to attract lots of business tycoons particularly in the mineral and financial sectors. As for Cape Town, famous for the Table Mountain, more than just beaches and art galleries to safaris, introduction is superfluous. This route works well for both body in suits and ones in pursuit of unhindered sunsets for camera clicks.

Airlink’s Rodger Foster summed it up best: “Cape Town and Gaborone? Dream team.” (Okay, we may have paraphrased a bit there). Expect the airline’s comfy Embraer E140 to zip you across southern Africa with ease—44 seats, no turbulence (we hope), and zero layover drama.

Air Arabia Connects Sharjah to Warsaw: The UAE Meets Pierogi

Even Air Arabia is in a hurry and announces a new service connecting the two cities – Sharjah and Warsaw beginning December 2024. So for those who want dunes and the capital of Poland it’s a Win Win. Operating 5 flights a week means that you could be relaxing in a cafe in Warsaw one day and the next day be immersing yourself in the culture of Sharjah.

This is Air Arabia’s second entry into the Polish market after Krakow. So take your handbag with you as well as the one for the pierogi and extend your gratitude towards Air Arabia for making the East and the West not very far from one another. “Two cities known for their rich history and culture are going to be connected now,” so came the Group CEO of the company, Adel Al Ali, who is pretty stoked about the new route. This translates into: This flight is a must!

Not Every Flight Soars: Transavia France Pulls the Plug on Paris Orly to Pau

Within the ongoing expansion of network after network, however, not all off routes proved useful. Transavia France has chosen to withdraw its service Paris Orly to Pau – for winter 2024, they will take a short break. Let’s be frank, it’s hard to lose some flights, some of them will have to sink and at times, people are just not interested no matter how any endeavors are made.

Ready for Liftoff? Here’s the September 2024 Lineup

If all this travel talk has you itching to book a flight, check out Air Travel: New Paths Unveiled and some of the newest routes for 2024:

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 its global footprint by introducing nonstop services from Los Angeles (LAX) to La Paz (Bolivia) (LAP) and Monterrey (Mexico) (MTY) exclusive only beginning February 2025-thus becoming the sole US airline operating a direct flight service into these vibrant Mexican destinations.

Delta Air Lines is set to operate 14 weekly flights between Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and Seattle-Tacoma (SEA) starting July 8th as a move towards improving domestic connectivity.

Expansions in Europe

Once a week Air France willconnect Paris Charles de Gaulle with Kalamata Greece  starting from July 6th thus availing this Greek city to tourists seeking something different.

Effective July 1st,Austrian Airlines will begin six weekly fights from Vienna (VIE) to Boston Logan (BOS) in order to increase the number of transatlantic services.

Eurowings will connect Berlin Brandenburg to Casablanca (Morocco) once a week from July 21st expanding its North Africa destinations list.

By July 4, Ryanair has plans of having twice weekly flights from Bristol (BRS) to Prague (PRG) thus extending its European network.

New Routes in Asia

From the end of July, Air China is starting three weekly trips between Chengdu (TFU)-Milan Malpensa(MXP) so as to increase accessibilities from China into Italy.

China Airlines will start conducting five flights per week from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan(TPE)/Seattle-Tacoma(SEA) beginning July 14th hence providing more pacific rim connections.

From the first of July, Thai AirAsia will introduce daily services plying Bangkok Don Mueang(DMK)-Beijing Daxing(PKX)-A320neo thus increasing traveling by Thai people to china.

Starting on the 18th of July, Jin Air will launch daily flights Seoul Incheon(ICN)/Panglao(TAG) thus making it easy for tourists wishing to visit the Philippines have access places they want with ease.

Expanding Travel in Africa and Middle-East

Starting on July 23rd, Egyptair begins flying twice every week between Cairo(CAI)/Lisbon(LIS) which adds to European connections.

On the 1st of July, Gulf Air is launching four weekly flights from Bahrain (BAH)/Munich(MUC) thus enhancing air connections between the Middle East and Europe.

A four times a week service from Mombasa (MBA) to Zanzibar (ZNZ) will be commenced by Jambojet on July 1st  as a move to enhance regional connectivity in East Africa.

Long Haul Flights from Australia

Qantas Airways is launching the route between Perth (PER) and Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), which will operate four times weekly,  starting July 12th. This will offer Australian travellers another way of flying long distances to Europe.

These New Airline Routes Launching Worldwide July 2024 are an indication of their determination to spread out their networks and give customers more travel choices. Starting this July, people can now explore numerous fresh places for either business or leisure purposes.

Emirates  Dubai to Tokyo, Geneva, and Brussels Flights - 

Emirates has announced the addition of its latest Boeing 777 cabin interiors to flights between Dubai and Tokyo Haneda, Geneva and Brussels. For the first time, these flights will include Emirates' signature Premium Economy as well as the next-generation Business Class seats in a new 1-2-1 configuration.

Adnan Kazim, Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer for Emirates Airlines said: “By adding newly retrofitted Boeing 777s into our fleet mix, we are also providing ourselves with opportunities to bring in popular offerings such as Premium Economy to more cities served by this aircraft type within our network already and introducing more seat options across four classes.”

“Inspired by our flagship A380 in every cabin, our revamped Boeing 777 with enhanced interiors offers the best possible customer comfort. The redesigned Business Class cabin features additional privacy for customers along with sleek design touches and signature cabin finishes. Our investment ensures a consistent experience on all of them - both Boeing 777s and A380s.”

From July 1st, the first Emirates Boeing 777 will undergo a complete nose-to-tail refurbishment of its interior that will take approximately two weeks per aircraft. This includes refreshing the First Class cabin whilst installing upgraded seating options consisting of 38 new Business Class seats in a modernised 1-2-1 configuration, along with 24 Premium Economy seats and 256 Economy Class seats.

The new Business Class seats have been designed for optimal personal space and privacy which convert into fully flat beds whilst being each up to 20.7 inches wide with an average pitch of up to 44 inches apart. The staggered seating arrangement provides aisle access from each seat. Other features include touch screen seat controls, personal mini bars , large tables, storage areas for personal devices plus charging points; while there will also be a small bar area in the Business Class cabin for mid-flight snacks and drinks.

A total of 81 Boeing 777s are planned to be retrofitted by Emirates as part of its extensive programme. Further destinations will be announced over the coming months. The airline is investing over US$3 billion in revamping 191 aircraft across its fleet.

Currently, Emirates operates refurbished A380 aircraft fitted with Premium Economy on several routes including New York JFK, Los Angeles, London Heathrow, Sydney, Singapore, Mumbai and Tokyo Narita. By February 2025, Emirates plans to offer Premium Economy to over 36 cities with the A350 joining its fleet from September this year and more refurbished A380s and Boeing 777s entering service.

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Increased Travel Links between Melbourne - China

Next month, Melbourne in Australia could will see a huge rise in air links with China. This follows increased operations by China Eastern Airlines, which will raise the frequency of its Melbourne-Shanghai service and launch new flights between Melbourne and Nanjing. The eastern Chinese city of Nanjing is home to nearly 10 million people and currently has no direct connection to Melbourne.

The government of Victoria state has been instrumental in supporting these new routes, which are expected to carry significant numbers of passengers. Some 100,000 extra seats will be available each year on the back of this growth – injecting AUD205m ($150m) into the local economy – … not only boosting the tourism industry but transforming the entire economic landscape of the region.

Jim Young, general manager marketing & sales Oceania at China Eastern Airlines described it as a “significant moment” for his airline. He said: “The upcoming expansion of flights from Shanghai to Melbourne coupled with the launch of Melbourne-Nanjing services will contribute significantly to China Eastern Airlines’ continued growth and stability within the Australian, particularly Victorian, aviation market.”

Increased Travel Links between Melbourne - China

These new links are set to position Melbourne as an even more attractive destination for incentive travel by Chinese companies. The city’s mix of modern architecture, historical charm and vibrant street art offers an immersive urban environment that will capture visiting groups’ imaginations. Meanwhile Melbourne’s iconic laneways filled with trendy cafes, boutique shops and eye-catching murals provide a colourful backdrop against which to explore the city’s eclectic culture while lush parks and gardens punctuate its skyline offering tranquil retreats from bustling streets.

Yet beyond its cosmopolitan appeal and world-class attractions, Melbourne also provides a gateway into rest-of-Australia touring opportunities like no other city can match. Its strategic position affords seamless access to diverse landscapes across this vast country enabling incentive groups to combine a dynamic urban stay with visits to natural phenomena. From sun-drenched beaches and rugged coastal wildernesses through the vast outback to iconic wonders such as the Great Barrier Reef and Uluru, there is no limit on how incredible itineraries can be made.

Melbourne’s unique blend of sophistication and splendour therefore makes it an ideal hub for incentive travel where Arinex DMC can design programs that showcase both sides of life here. But more than just helping boost this city’s tourism industry, better connecting China also establishes Melbourne as an international business and leisure destination in its own right too.

As Melbourne prepares itself for an influx of visitors from China, its tourism and hospitality sectors are gearing up to deliver outstanding experiences. The expected surge in Chinese arrivals will inevitably lead to further investment in infrastructure, services and facilities across the board – ensuring that Melbourne remains one of Australia’s leading destinations well into future years. With these additional flights, however, not only will many more people be able to visit Melbourne but also there will be greater cultural exchange between Australia and China as well as stronger economic ties.

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Arinex Partners with NatureBoss for Sustainable Events

Have we got some exciting news for you! Guess what? Arinex is teaming up with NatureBoss, the wizards of eco-friendly tours, to sprinkle some sustainability magic on their events! And let us tell you, their recent Ottawa 2024 conference was just the beginning of this epic collaboration.

Picture this: five days of February fun at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, where over 1,130 delegates from all corners of the globe gathered to talk shop about competence in medicine and education for healthcare professions. Talk about a brainy bunch!

Arinex Partners with NatureBoss for Sustainable Events

They all now believe in walking the talk when it comes to sustainability. Thus, we partnered with Arinex to help the Local Organising Committee achieve these eco-friendly targets. It therefore created a range of pre- and post-conference tours for delegates who could go on nature-oriented trips, seek thrills through sporting activities or enjoy cultural experiences within Melbourne and its surroundings. The main focus was ecology in every tour.

From nature escapes to adventure activities and cultural experiences, they made sure that each tour championed environmental conservation at its best. Why can’t people save the planet while having fun?

And here’s where the plot thickens: Arinex gave some of their money back to Victoria for environmental purposes by donating a proportion of the revenue generated from each delegate who went on a trip. In addition to this, they planted 10 trees through every experience booked by them. Imagine how proud mother earth would be!

So what are you waiting for? Ready to sprinkle some sustainability into your next event?

Contact our team today so that we can discuss how we may make this happen together. After all, when it comes to saving our planet, more is merrier! We will do this sustainably!

Reach out to our team today and let's chat about how we can make it happen. Because when it comes to saving the planet, the more, the merrier! Let's do this, sustainably!