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Star Air starts Bengaluru-Vijaynagar flight services
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Author: Not specified | Date: November 3, 2025
Star Air has launched flights from Bengaluru to Jindal Vidyanagar Airport near Hampi, marking its 32nd destination and improving access to a UNESCO World Heritage site. The carrier says it expanded its network by 25% in the last two months by adding several tier-II and tier-III cities. It’s a meaningful boost for regional connectivity and heritage tourism in Karnataka.
Cross Hotels & Resorts to join Sono International Group
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Author: Harry Thaliwal (quote), official announcement (author not individually credited) | Date: November 3, 2025
Flight Centre Travel Group agreed to sell Cross Hotels & Resorts to South Korea’s Sono International, aligning Cross’s lifestyle and luxury strengths with Sono’s regional scale. Cross, which manages 28 properties across Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Japan, will continue to operate from Bangkok. Expect accelerated expansion and product innovation across Asia under the new ownership.
Greek hospitality industry performance – 3rd quarter 2025
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Author: GBR Consulting | Date: November 3, 2025
International arrivals to Greece rose 4.1% year-to-date through August, with airports up 5.6% through September; Thessaloniki (+10%) and Athens (+8.7%) led growth while Santorini saw a decline linked to early-year seismic activity. Hotel metrics were resilient: Thessaloniki’s RevPAR climbed 6.5% YTD, resorts’ total RevPAR increased 8.2%, and GBR’s hotel revenue index advanced 7.7% through September. Investment momentum continues with Premia’s €73 million acquisition of two hotels on Kos.
Thomas Cook India, SOTC relaunch China tours as flights resume and visa rules ease
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Author: BL Mumbai Bureau | Date: November 3, 2025
Thomas Cook India and SOTC have reinstated China holiday packages amid the return of direct flights and a smoother visa process. IndiGo has launched Kolkata–Guangzhou service with Delhi flights starting November 10, while China Eastern begins Shanghai–Delhi on November 9. The operators are extending itineraries and touting China’s growing appeal for MICE travel.
Türkiye resumes flights to Iraq’s Sulaymaniyah after over two-year ban
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Author: Not specified | Date: November 3, 2025
Türkiye has lifted its 2.5-year flight ban to Sulaymaniyah, with the first flight landing on November 3. Turkish Airlines will operate four weekly round trips from Istanbul, moving to daily service from March 26, improving travel times and supporting regional trade. The resumption follows leadership talks and is expected to restore connectivity that had hampered commerce during the suspension.
14-night Japan holiday with flights & luggage
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Author: Lola | Date: Not specified
A 14-night Kyoto stay at the 3-star Kyoto Tower Hotel starts from £949 via LoveHolidays, with optional breakfast available for under £8 per day. Notably, some dates show 14 nights pricing lower than 7 nights on the same departure. As with all hot deals, prices and availability can shift quickly and local taxes may apply.
Edinburgh trams and buses get support for Apple Pay Express Mode
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Author: Tim Hardwick | Date: November 3, 2025
Edinburgh’s trams and Lothian buses now support Apple Pay’s Express Mode, letting riders tap in and out without unlocking their iPhone or Apple Watch or authenticating with Face/Touch ID. The move follows a similar rollout in Greater Manchester and streamlines daily commutes. Users can set a default card in Wallet under Express Travel Settings for one-tap journeys.
Government shutdown disrupts flight schedules, clouds holiday travel plans
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Author: Not specified | Date: November 3, 2025
Major U.S. airlines are quietly trimming routes for the first quarter of 2026, signaling potential turbulence ahead as the effects of the government shutdown ripple through operations. The capacity adjustments could complicate peak-season planning and early-2026 itineraries. Travelers should keep a close eye on bookings and consider flexible fares and alternative routings.
