Emirates Airline launches pre-flight coronavirus tests at its Dubai International Airport hub. The Dubai Health Authority administers the COVID-19 rapid tests in cooperation with the airline, which is first in the world to conduct such tests for passengers.
Controversial ‘Same-Sex’ Airline Ad Gets Green Light
Intense pressure from Hong Kong's first openly gay legislator and LGBT activists has forced the MTR and the Hong Kong Airport Authority to back down on their banning of an of a Cathay Pacific advertisement with an image two men holding hands on the beach.
Hong Kong Bans ‘Same Sex’ Advertisement Promoting Diversity
The airport and rapid transit system of Hong Kong - which bills itself as 'Asia's World City' - have rejected an advertisement with two men holding hands. The ad is part of a Cathay Pacific Airways campaign designed to celebrate diversity. Is it affront to public morals?
Airline Industry News
From new menus to new travel destinations to improved seating to special promotions - not to mention the latest technological innovations! Check out what's happening in the airline industry in this new feature, Airline Industry News.
Flight Review: Emirates Airline Airbus A380-800, Bangkok – Hong Kong Business Class
Emirates Airline's business class offers a more comfortable experience in the air. There is also a pre-departure business class lounge. Is it really worth the extra price on a flight from Bangkok to Hong Kong?
Passengers’ Rights: What to Do If Your Flight Is Overbooked
Most airlines oversell tickets assuming not all passengers will show up for their flight. So what happens if everybody DOES show up? First they ask for volunteers, offering them compensation. Then they start bumping people. What are your rights and options if this happens? Airlines and Aviation Getting bumped from your flight – it’s the …
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Flight Review: AirAsia, Bangkok Dom Mueang Int’l Airport – Phuket Int’l Airport
The advantages of flying domestically, the pros and cons of checking vs. carrying on your luggage, how flying has changed since I was young. Plus: a review of my flight on AirAsia between Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport and Phuket International Airport.
A Passenger’s Guide to Krabi International Airport (Thailand)
Krabi International Airport is a gateway to such Thai beach resorts as Had Yao, Ao Nang, Rai Leh, Koh Phi Phi, and Koh Lanta. The airport is served by both domestic and foreign air carriers, with flights to other Thai cities and travel destinations in nearby countries.;l
A Passenger’s Guide to Samui Airport (Thailand)
Samui Airport is an airport serving Koh Samui, a popular tourist destination in Southern Thailand. The airport is the busiest air field in Surit Thani province and the seventh busiest airport in Thailand. There are flights to several domestic and foreign travel destinations. Samui Airport (USM) in a hub for Bangkok Airways, which flies from …
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Flight Review: Emirates Airline Airbus A380-800, Hong Kong – Bangkok Business Class
Emirates Airline is one of several airlines plying the Hong Kong - Bangkok route. Its Business Class offers more than a more comfortable experience in the air. There is also a pre-departure business class lounge and a pass that will speed you through customs on arrival.