New ash cloud chaos grounds flights
THE ash cloud from the Chile volcano has again disrupted flights across Australia. Here's how we reported the chaos (all times in AEST). Check here to follow the latest updates Tuesday, June 21,...
View ArticleWhat's new in the skies
FROM premium economy perks to more legroom and updated in-flight entertainment, we look at the latest happenings in the airline world. Emirates Emirates offers a service called OnAir WiFi, which...
View ArticleVirgin Australia aims sky-high in bid to lure passengers after $51.8m profit
VIRGIN Australia has announced it will overhaul airport terminals and upgrade its fleet in a bid to become the nation's favourite airline in the wake of its profit announcement. CEO John Borghetti...
View ArticleUS carriers limited to midnight hours as Tokyo Haneda airport opens to...
TOKYO (AP) — Haneda airport will open up to international flights next month as Japan works to maintain Tokyo's status as an Asian travel hub. But it comes with a big catch for U.S. airlines who've...
View ArticleVirgin ups the flash factor with Sydney, Melbourne terminal revamps
Artist's impression of the planned Virgin Australia terminal at Sydney Airport. Having introduced a new name, smart new staff uniforms, new planes and livery, new lounges and valet services, Virgin...
View ArticleSingapore Ranks 5th for Shopping in Asia-Pacific, Jakarta at 17th
Singapore. Singapore is the fifth best shopping city in the Asia-Pacific region, ahead of Sydney and Bangkok but lagging behind Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai and Beijing, a survey has found....
View ArticleUS airlines squeezed as Haneda goes international
TOKYO-Haneda airport will open up to international flights next month as Japan works to maintain Tokyo's status as an Asian travel hub. But it comes with a big catch for U.S. airlines who've been...
View ArticleJapan Offers Long-Awaited Alternative to Narita
By MARIKO SANCHANTA TOKYO—Japan's Narita International Airport has long the scourge of frequent fliers and business travelers, but, after decades of delay Tokyo is offering an alternative. On...
View ArticleLEAD: Ceremony held at Haneda airport before opening of int'l terminal+
terminal+ (AP) - TOKYO, Oct. 16 (Kyodo)(EDS: UPDATING, ADDING INFO IN 2ND-3RD GRAFS) A ceremony was held Saturday at Tokyo's Haneda airport to commemorate the planned opening Thursday of its new...
View ArticleTransit Hotels: Get Sleep During Stopover
(CNNGo.com) -- Globe-trotters know what it's like trying to sleep coiled up on a hard plastic airport seat for hours while they await their next flight. But it doesn't have to be that way. Transit...
View ArticleIGIA named world's most improved airport
Sydney, May 4 (ANI): Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi, India, has been named the most improved airfield at the annual World Airport Awards. The opening of its new, modern terminal in 2010...
View ArticleHoliday helpers that enhance the travelling experience
THERE are some people you meet during your travels overseas who can literally make the world of difference to your trip. They’re skilled, honest, knowledgeable, caring and they can single-handedly...
View ArticleJAL sends first overseas flight from new-look Haneda
TOKYOJapan Airlines outfoxed All Nippon Airways Sunday to send the first regular international flight out of Tokyo's Haneda airport in 32 years. Hanedamuch closer to the city center than Narita...
View ArticleHaneda becomes Tokyo's second major airport
TOKYO (AFP) – Tokyo's second biggest airport Haneda opened a new runway and passenger terminal Thursday, making it a fully-fledged international airport and boosting Japan's capital as an Asian hub....
View ArticleRoad Warrior
Bonnie Gokson Founder of Sevva Restaurant in Hong Kong Up in the air: Every two weeks Areas of travel: Tokyo, New York, Sydney, Singapore, Bangkok Best airport in region: Hong Kong International is...
View ArticleHaneda's expansion fuels business hopes
Tokyo's Haneda Airport, more formally known as Tokyo International Airport, is set to live up to its name at last by adding nine overseas destinations to the four in East Asia that it already...
View ArticleChina leads with 787 dash
Sky report Revolution ... China Southern's Boeing 787 Dreamliners are due later this year. Photo: Getty Images The first Dreamliners in Australia won't be branded with the flying kangaroo. Now that...
View ArticleBold vision
Whether you love it or hate it, modern design creates conversation and that's what a city needs, architecture that engages its citizens. This design consultancy aims to deliver just that wherever it...
View ArticleNew-look Haneda becomes Tokyo's second international airport
TOKYO: Tokyo's second biggest airport Haneda opened a new runway and passenger terminal Thursday, making it a fully-fledged international airport and boosting Japan's capital as an Asian hub. The...
View ArticleFlyers feel upwardly mobile
Sky report Music to travellers' ears ... a line-up of entertainment is on now at Hong Kong International Airport. Smartphones will be used widely in place of printed tickets - just as soon as there's...
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