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News from October 2024
As the year draws to a close, many travelers are reviewing their travel rewards to avoid losing value when points, certificates, vouchers, and credits expire at midnight on January 1, 2025. A look into popular loyalty programs reveals varying expiration policies.
Royal Caribbean has announced plans to develop a new private beach resort in Mexico, called "Perfect Day Mexico." This new venture will be similar to the company's highly acclaimed Perfect Day at CocoCay in the Bahamas. The development will cover approximately 100 acres of land at the port of Costa Maya, as confirmed by Kara Wallace, Royal Caribbean's chief marketing officer.
Construction on Brightline West's high-speed rail line, which aims to connect Las Vegas with Southern California by 2028, is progressing. The private rail operator has recently provided a preview of the interior of its upcoming trainsets.
Disneyland has increased its ticket prices for most types by up to $12 per day, with the changes taking effect immediately. The entry-level ticket price remains unchanged at $104 per day. This move follows similar annual increases over the past few years.
FedEx has introduced a new import solution in South Korea, aimed at simplifying international trade complexities through advanced technology. The 'FedEx Import Tool' is designed to streamline the import process and provide transparency, enabling importers to manage their operations more efficiently.
Skiing has often been associated with affluence, especially since its early 20th-century introduction to North America. Traditionally, the sport was accessible mainly to those who could afford costly trips to renowned destinations such as Colorado, Idaho, and New England. This trend continues today, with skiing expenses having increased significantly over time.
Federal Express Corporation (FedEx) has announced the launch of its new FedEx Import Tool, aimed at improving efficiency in international trade for businesses in the Asia Pacific region. The tool is designed to simplify the import process and enhance visibility throughout the shipping experience.
Rome, Italy, 9 October 2024: dnata has secured a multi-year contract to provide inflight catering services to T’way Air at Rome Fiumicino Airport. The agreement involves dnata's teams producing and delivering over 80,000 meals annually for the South Korean airline's flights between Rome and Incheon. T’way Air will operate three weekly flights connecting the two cities.
Workers in El Salvador have formed the nation's first industry-wide union for call center employees. The Industry Union of Call Centre Operators in El Salvador (SITOES) convened its inaugural general assembly on October 5, with a focus on advocating for the rights and welfare of the 33,000 workers in this crucial sector.
Apple AirTags are currently available at a reduced price on Amazon as part of the final day of Amazon Prime Day. A four-pack is priced at $79.98, down from the regular retail price of $99. Single AirTags can be purchased for $24.99 each.
Cathay Cargo and DB Schenker have formalized a significant partnership, marking the global forwarder's membership in Cathay's Corporate Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Programme. The signing ceremony took place on October 8 at Cathay City headquarters. Present at the event were Cathay Director Cargo Tom Owen and DB Schenker Vice President Global Carrier Relation Susanne Stemmer.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is currently advancing its infrastructure with the relocation of segments for the Midfield Satellite Concourse South Terminal. This development is part of a broader effort to modernize the airport, aiming to enhance service for millions of travelers each year.
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Federal Express Corporation, a leading express transportation company, has announced the opening of a new facility in Málaga, Spain. This state-of-the-art station is situated in the Santa Teresa Industrial Estate, a key logistics hub in the city. The development marks a significant expansion of FedEx's operations in the region, enhancing both capacity and productivity.
Alaska Airlines has announced the termination of one of its recent routes from Seattle Paine Field International Airport. The route, which connected Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport in Alaska to Paine Field in Everett, Washington, was last operated during the summer season ending on August 19, 2024. Initially planned to resume on May 15, 2025, the service will no longer be reinstated.
Federal Express Corporation, the global leader in express transportation, has expanded its service offerings for private customers in Austria. The company has strengthened its collaboration with myflexbox, which operates the largest open smart locker network in the German-speaking region.
Royal Caribbean has announced an increase in its automatic service charge, a fee added to passenger bills, effective from November 1. This adjustment will see the daily gratuity charge rise to $18.50 per person for most cabins and $21 for suites. The current rates are $18 and $20.50, respectively.
Federal Express Corporation, known as FedEx, has announced an expansion of its service options for private customers in Austria. This development is part of a broader collaboration with myflexbox, the largest open smart locker network in the German-speaking region.
Emirates has launched its first 'Emirates World' Travel Store in Europe, located on Cromwell Road in London's South Kensington. This store is part of a planned global rollout of 40 stores by the airline, which is recognized as the largest international airline worldwide.
Federal Express Corporation, conocida como FedEx, ha anunciado el inicio de un nuevo vuelo que conectará Miami con Guatemala y Honduras. Este servicio proporcionará una capacidad de carga adicional diaria de hasta 52,000 libras, mejorando la conectividad para las empresas centroamericanas en sus operaciones de importación y exportación hacia Estados Unidos y otros destinos globales.