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 time.

Stopover in Abu Dhabi – The Layover You’ll Actually Enjoy

Layovers used to mean hanging around the airport, drinking overpriced coffee, and counting the minutes. But now, with Etihad’s free stopover program, you can turn that layover into a mini-vacation. Think up to two free nights at fancy hotels in Abu Dhabi, where you can explore the city’s ever-expanding list of must-see attractions.

Fancy a stroll through the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque? Maybe a few spins around Ferrari World? Or how about sipping a cocktail while watching the sunset over the Gulf? Abu Dhabi’s calling, and Etihad’s making sure you get a taste of its charm—for free!

Highlights Etihad Double-Daily Flights and Free Stopovers:

• Double-daily flights to Europe’s hottest cities: Paris, Milan, Rome, Barcelona, Madrid, and more!
• Flexible departure times: Morning or afternoon, whatever suits your travel style.
• More flights to Malaga: Because you can never have too much sunshine.
• Free stopovers in Abu Dhabi: Up to two nights of luxury in the UAE's capital, no extra cost.
• New routes: Welcome to the Etihad family, Warsaw and Prague!
• More global services: Daily flights to Bali and 10 flights a week to Sydney.

Making Travel Even Easier

Arik De, Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer at Etihad Airways, couldn’t contain his excitement (and neither can we). “We’re expanding faster than you can say ‘summer holiday!’ With double-daily flights, we’re giving travelers more flexibility, allowing you to squeeze every last drop out of your vacation.” Plus, with those **2 p.m. departures**, you get a breezy hotel checkout time, a seamless transition to the airport, and the luxury of not rushing through your morning espresso in Abu Dhabi.

So whether you’re in it for the business perks, the free hotel nights, or just the chance to say “I’ve been to Abu Dhabi,” Etihad’s got your back. Buckle up for a summer full of destinations, double-daily flights, and maybe a few extra days lounging in Abu Dhabi.

It’s official: Summer 2025 is looking sunnier than ever!

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Etihad Airways Debuts Warsaw, Prague Flights —Get Ready for Adventure!

Pack your bags and polish your passports because Etihad Airways is spreading its wings even wider! Starting June 2025, you can fly direct to Warsaw, Poland, or Prague, Czech Republic, with Etihad’s brand-new routes. That’s right, folks—your dreams of sipping espresso in Prague’s Old Town Square or strolling through Warsaw’s vibrant streets just got a whole lot easier.

Come June 2 2025, Etihad debut’s its first direct flights to Poland and Czech Republic and it promises to be a very warm welcome. Operated by Boeing 787 Dreamliner which has ultra-comfortable business class and economy on 4 weekly flights, you will be air-gliding in style whether in business class or snug in the economy. Delectable food, comfortable seating, and a smooth flight who can tell that will land in Europe and be ready for adventure.

Yet, it’s not all about getting new stamps in the passport – Etihad has a larger scheme in progress. All these new routes have been incorporated in a grand strategy of European expansionism with the specific goal of making Abu Dhabi the world destination that it should be. From its unique buildings to booming entertainment, Abu Dhabi is ready to showcase its cultural amenities to the tourists, and the best thing is that it is now much easier to travel there.

And yo, for those who want to earn extra miles, connecting to cities like Sydney, Mumbai and Bangkok are also made possible with Etihad’s new routes. So whether you are making plans for a trip around Europe or wishing for a continent-hopping adventure, well don’t worry, you will have Etihad (and your bag) to help.

Etihad Airways Debuts Warsaw, Prague Flights

Last minute tip: Make sure to book through Etihad.com and take advantage of a free stopover in Abu Dhabi for two nights. Yes, that is right, two full days to explore the beautiful skyline, luxury shopping and possibly even the fastest roller coaster in the world. You’re welcome.

So, what are you waiting for? Europe’s calling, and Etihad’s got the perfect flight to get you there.

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airBaltic Unveils 16 New Global Destinations

Please sit tight and do watch out for the seatbelt signs, for airBaltic is about to raise your travel aspirations to another level. Announced on September 4, 2024, the airline is enhancing its destinations, as 16 new routes will be added from Baltic bases. Whether it is the warm beaches of Greece that beckon, the lovely streets of Barcelona, or a touch of thrill in the heart of Iceland, airBaltic will meet your needs.

What’s New on the Flight Path?

In an aviation celebration that will most definitely set your desire to travel ablaze, airBaltic is starting to introduce these new cool features:

From Riga (RIX), Latvia:

• Rzeszow (RZE), Poland: Launching on October 28, 2024. Polish your language skills and get ready for a journey!
• Cluj-Napoca (CLJ), Romania: Starting May 2, 2025. Time to explore Romania’s medieval charm!
• Stavanger (SVG), Norway: Take off from June 3, 2025. Watch out for those stunning fjords!
• Mykonos (JMK), Greece: Beginning June 5, 2025. Sun, sand, and souvlaki await!

From Tallinn (TLL), Estonia:

• Barcelona (BCN): Kicking off February 19, 2025. Tapas and Gaudí, here we come!
• Palma de Mallorca (PMI): Starting April 13, 2025. Pack your sunscreen for this sunny getaway!
• Hamburg (HAM): Taking off May 2, 2025. Get ready for some bratwurst and harbor views!
• Keflavik International Airport (KEF): From May 14, 2025. Ice, lava, and magical landscapes are just a flight away!
• Tirana (TIA): Launching June 2, 2025. Discover Albania’s hidden gems!

From Vilnius (VNO), Lithuania:

• Tel Aviv (TLV): Starting March 30, 2025. A blend of ancient history and modern vibrancy!
• Prague (PRG): Also from March 30, 2025. Time for some fairy-tale magic in the Czech capital!
• Chisinau (KIV): Starting April 2, 2025. Moldovan adventures await!
• Rhodes (RHO): Also beginning April 2, 2025. Sunlit Greek islands are calling!
• Valencia (VLC): Launching April 16, 2025. From paella to festivals, Valencia has it all!
• Tirana (TIA): Starting June 3, 2025. More Albanian delights coming your way!
• Ibiza (IBZ): Also from June 3, 2025. Dance the night away on this legendary island!

Route Frequency:

• Most of these routes will operate twice weekly, with the exceptions are Vilnius–Chisinau, Tallinn–Keflavik, and Riga–Mykonos, which will operate once a week.

Why Is airBaltic Flying High?

It is not only about increasing the number of regions that airlines can offer. When planning airBaltic’s new routes, it is important that whether you’re skipping cities or going out to explore, you get the perfect travel experience. Thus, The new routes of airBaltic will be able to ‘catch’ the flows from other Baltic stations and further. There’s nothing short of putting out the fire in your cross border travel.

AirBaltic you see, should be offering tickets to the majority IPO or perhaps all in the future. This makes it possible for airBaltic to fly to new heights without compromising on service. 

In a Nutshell airBaltic Unveils 16 New Global Destinations:

• New Routes: 16 exciting additions from October 2024 to June 2025.
• Airbus A220-300: All new routes will be flown on this sleek aircraft.
• New Destinations: From Mykonos to Reykjavik, there’s a destination for every traveller’s taste.
• IPO Prep: airBaltic is revamping its share structure to make its upcoming IPO even more enticing.

So, pack those bags and get ready to explore the world with airBaltic’s new network—where adventure meets convenience and every flight is a new opportunity to discover something amazing!

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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.