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World’s safest airlines of 2012 named, but how reliable is the data?
A new ranking of the ‘world’s safest airlines’ in 2012 has been released this week.
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787 Dreamliners are grounded for battery checks
Safety regulators are concerned about the potential fire risk relating to the 787’s use of lithium-ion batteries. It follows two incidents involving battery failures.
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First look: new American Airlines logo and livery a homage to the past
The rebrand will eventually be visible throughout the airline's entire fleet, both inside and out, as well as on staff uniforms and at airports.
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Let me in, I’m with Peugeot: the car that buys you exclusive access to this...
Peugeot has opened an exclusive facility for Peugeot owners travelling through an airport in Malaysia.
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Lazy airport shopping: Delhi airport lets smartphone users buy virtual products
Passengers at Delhi International Airport can order perfumes and other luxury items at a new virtual store, by scanning a QR code with a mobile phone.
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The airport holiday: new tour for plane lovers in search of the coolest airports
From plane spotting to airport spotting - a new tour that takes in the sights at four Asian airports in 48 hours has been launched.
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Airport taxis: how to avoid getting ripped off on your travels
Not all taxi drivers are out to rip off tourists, but it can ruin your first impressions of a destination if it happens to you. Our writer, Gunnar Garfors shares his tips on how to avoid getting taken...
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KLM to introduce checked luggage charges on flights within Europe
The Dutch airline says the new bag fee will help subsidise ticket prices.
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10 reasons why you should skip the airport taxi and use public transport instead
Taxi? Before hailing a cab at the airport, consider public transport. It can often get you to your destination faster as well as save you money, writes Gunnar Garfors.
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Mobile check-in, apps and social media: a look at flying in 2015
By 2015, mobile apps, social media, smartphones and location-based (NFC) technology will have changed the way we travel, says a new report.
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‘Sound shower’ at Oslo airport is music to the ears of passengers
Oslo Airport offers a quick way to relax while waiting in the terminal - under an umbrella that showers you with calming sounds.
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British Airways reveals LA and Hong Kong as first A380 destinations
The first A380 flights will serve LA from mid-October and Hong Kong from mid-November.
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Planning a trip to Asmara: Africa’s unique Art Deco city
Eritrea and its capital, Asmara have much to offer tourists looking to go off the beaten track. Our writer, Gunnar Garfors shares his tips on how to get there.
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Airspace Lounge to open at New York JFK’s Terminal 5
From May, travellers passing through New York JFK’s Terminal 5 will be able to pay upfront for lounge access – regardless of the airline they’re flying with.
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British Airways offers new cheaper deals… but you’ll have to travel light
The airline says it will cut prices on all its short-haul flights from Gatwick for passengers who don't check in a bag.
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New low-cost, high-speed rail service launches in France
French national rail operator SNCF has launched the world’s first low-cost high speed rail travel, which shares similarities to no-frills carriers such as Ryanair and easyJet.
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Finnair lets you choose your seatmate based on their Facebook profile
The airline is giving passengers the option to see who else is on board their flight and pick a seatmate using Facebook.
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How very.. British! Heathrow Airport’s new ‘London park’
If you need to take a nap at Heathrow's Terminal 1, there's always the park bench.
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First glimpse of KLM’s new (but retro-styled) business class
The new cabin will sport forward facing, lie-flat seats, with storage compartments under the seatback screen.
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Dutch prison hotel offers a luxe escape
If you’re looking to stay somewhere a little different for your next holiday, why not try a prison hotel?
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‘Find my suitcase’: US Airways offers live baggage tracking
US Airways is the latest airline to let you track your checked bag – like you would track a parcel.
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Pull your own pint at Manchester airport’s new self-service bar
The perfect spot for a pre-flight brew, or potentially your final destination if you miss your flight.
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SAS to drop business class on European flights as times get tougher
The airline will offer an all economy cabin and two different fare types that aim to appeal to different needs on short-haul flights.
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Hotello: the hotel ‘room’ on wheels
Hotello is a portable work and sleep space that packs into a trunk.
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British Airways shows off newly painted A380
BA's A380 may be a bit late to the party, but it was the centre of attention as it emerged from the paint hangar sporting the airline's classic livery.
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British Airways and others weigh in on adding extra-wide aisle seats in economy
British Airways and Lufthansa comment on Airbus's idea to offer wider aisle seats to passengers for a premium.
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Flying on EVA Air’s Hello Kitty themed plane: a flight to remember
EVA Air's Hello Kitty jets are putting the fun back into flying, writes Gunnar Garfors.
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NASA and Boeing test the next generation Concorde
For years plane makers have been promising us a return to supersonic travel. Could this be it?
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easyJet waves goodbye to airport check-in desks
More airlines are abandoning their airport check-in desks, with easyJet the latest carrier to encourage passengers to check in online.
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Austrian Airlines launches business class seat auction
Airlines have found a novel way to fill up their planes - by auctioning leftover business class seats to the highest bidders.
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