Newsletter - 19th August 2020

Daily News Updates / 19th August 2020

Travel Trade
VFS Global starts online appointment booking for Covid-19 sample collection in India Some countries have made negative Covid-19 test certificates a mandatory requirement on arrival. To facilitate this travel demand, VFS Global has started an online appointment b... READ MORE

Hospitality
Deutsche Hospitality expands its presence in Oman Second IntercityHotel in the Sultanate opens in the oasis city of Nizwa Deutsche Hospitality is expanding its presence in the Sultanate of Oman. On 15 August, the group opened ... READ MORE

Aviation
Vistara to operate flights between India and UK Vistara will operate non-stop flights between Delhi and London Heathrow from August 28 to September 30, 2020. The services will be carried out under the air bubble arrangement bet... READ MORE

Hospitality
Indigo partners with Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels for special deals Indigo customers can now enjoy exclusive deals for stays across Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels’ (ASPHL) three brands — The Park Hotels, The Park Collection and Zone by The Park... READ MORE

Aviation
Spicejet revamps frequent flyer programme Spicejet has announced an enhanced version of its Spiceclub (SC) loyalty programme. Members can earn rewards ranging up to ten SC points on every ₹100 spent on flight booking... READ MORE

Hospitality
Hyatt to grow brand presence in Qatar with Hyatt Regency Oryx Doha The 400-room hotel will be strategically located close to Hamad International Airport and a few minutes from the heart of the city. Hyatt Hotels Corporation announces plans for... READ MORE

Aviation
Virgin Atlantic to resume flights from India under ‘air bubble’ scheme Virgin Atlantic has announced that it will resume its India operations, under the air bubble arrangement between the UK and Indian governments. The carrier plans to operate thr... READ MORE

Hospitality
Anantara to unveil in Seychelles Luxury brand Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas is gearing up to make its debut in the Seychelles with the rebrand of Maia Luxury Resort & Spa. Anantara Hotels, Resorts &a... READ MORE

Trends
National Museum of Natural History, Washington DC imparts fascinating Virtual Tours Take a trip down space and time to discover Earth’s story with the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History and be prepared to be amazed what each collection of exhibits h... READ MORE

Trends
Global logistics company DP World acquires Transworld Unifeeder, through its Unifeeder ISC (Indian Subcontinent) platform, a majority owned subsidiary of DP World Limited, acquires Transworld Feeders FZCO, Avana Logistek Limited, inc... READ MORE

Hospitality
IHG opens its first Holiday Inn in India In the heart of New Gurugram, InterContinental Hotels Group will open the first Holiday Inn hotel in the city and the third in the Delhi region. In the heart of New Gurugram, I... READ MORE

Hospitality
Hyatt continues to expand its Hyatt Place brand in Canada Hyatt expands its global network with the opening of Hyatt Place Toronto / Mississauga with 123 rooms as the first Hyatt hotel in Ontario. Hyatt expands its global network with... READ MORE

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