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Advertisement: Austrian Airlines will launch a new route connecting Vienna with Cancun, Mexico. The flight will operate twice weekly starting from October 26 th  as the airline focuses on the winter sun market. The last time the airline operated flights to Cancun was back in 2006. Austrian Airlines will launch a new route to Mexico this winter. Photo: Austrian Airlines While most European airlines are still hoping the summer season will see a travel boom, Austrian Airlines is preparing for passengers to postpone their summer holidays in favor of some winter sun. The airline is launching several new routes for Winter 2021, including a new route to Mexico and the resumption of flights to Mauritius. Stay informed:  Sign up for our  daily  and  weekly  aviation news digests. The new winter sun destinations The new route connecting Vienna to Cancun, flight OS 61, will depart on Thursdays and Sundays at 10:40, landing in Mexico at 16:10. The return flight, flight num

Even amid the challenges of the travel industry, one sector continues to lead demand: all-inclusive resorts. It's why more major big brands are entering the increasingly competitive sector — all-inclusive resorts are what lots of people are looking for when they plan their vacations. Because there's just something about that combination of convenience and comfort that make this segment of resorts increasingly appealing. And that's nowhere more true than in the Caribbean, an area that continues to redefine what all-inclusive means — and take a word that used to be a mere technical term and turn it into something of a badge of honor. The 2021 edition of the best all-inclusive resorts brings you our editorial staff's favorite all-inclusive options in the region, with examining criteria including design, rooms, food, service, ambience, amenities and location. It should also be noted that all of these resorts are what we like to call exclusively all-inclusive . That me

Brussels Airlines joins forces with Belgian tour operator NORDIC, market leader in Belgium and specialist in travel to Scandinavia. Following the agreement for the coming three years, the partners will offer direct flights to Lapland and Southern Norway in the summer and winter seasons. In the years to come, Brussels Airlines and NORDIC aim to expand the number of flights and destinations. The first flight within the three-year contract between Brussels Airlines and NORDIC is scheduled for 4 July, to Evenes in the north of Norway (Lofoten). Both parties plan to operate a weekly flight during the summer holidays. It will be the first time that direct flights to this destination are available from Brussels Airport. During the winter season Kittila, Kiruna and Bergen (southern Norway) will be added to the network. Earlier, Brussels Airlines had already operated flights to Kittila, Kiruna and Bergen on behalf of NORDIC, while Evenes is a new destination. Frederic Dechamps, Senior Director

Photos courtesy of McGrath Realty Inc. Enjoy unbeatable sunsets in the Hudson Valley from the vantage point of a wrap-around porch, private deck, or gorgeous inground pool. Address: 154 S Quaker Hill Rd, Patterson Description:  Move to this idyllic retreat in eastern Putnam County, where an estate equipped with ornate stonework and breathtaking Hudson Valley views awaits. Cathedral ceilings and granite accents elevate the interior, while a lavish wrap-around porch and cedar shake siding create a charming outdoor atmosphere. Nestled on a hillside in Patterson, this Putnam County property offers enviable panoramic views. A little over 2,800 sq ft of space is perfect for families, and the detached two-car garage is attractive for working couples. Host summer cookouts on the patio and gaze out at colorful foliage in the fall from the home's 360 degrees of sweeping vistas. The two levels open up the dwelling and add a ton of character and charm. A sliding glass door just

[ Routes ] March 30, 2021 6:45 am ET By Taylor Rains Austrian Airlines Ramping Up Flights for Winter Tourism As airlines worldwide prepare for a likely travel boom this winter, Austrian Airlines is making an aggressive return to international operations. With a focus on long-haul flights to sunny destinations, the carrier is reintroducing routes to Cancún, Mexico, Mauritius and Cape Town, South Africa, and is increasing its flight frequency to Malé, Maldives. Vienna-based Austrian Airlines is confident that the demand for travel and tourism will increase by this fall, considering many people will be desperate for a beach vacation after 18 months of COVID-19 restrictions. Austrian CCO Michael Trestl is optimistic about the industry's future, especially with the vaccine rollout. He said, "People are longing for vacations, long-distance travel and the sea. That's why we will be focusing on attractive long-haul destinations in the coming winter flight schedul

This has been an extremely difficult year for everyone particularly heroes on the front lines and our healthcare workers. For their bravery and sacrifices, Sandals Resorts is rewarding health care workers with free vacations. Starting with Jamaica workers will also receive complimentary vacations in Antigua, Barbados, The Bahamas, Grenada, Saint Lucia, and The Turks and Caicos Islands. Sandals Executive Chairman, Adam Stewart, said this gesture is in recognition of the selfless efforts of local health care workers across the region, who continue to exhibit admirable bravery and make tremendous sacrifices in the face of what has now become a year-long fight. "Our health care workers have been our heroes throughout this pandemic," Stewart said. "This has been an extremely difficult year for everyone but our heroes on the front lines and our healthcare workers in particular have demonstrated a level of perseverance and commitment that is awe-inspiring. Th

Two months ago, Dominican-American couple Raquel and Junior Liriano drove eight hours from Puerto Plata to Bávaro, Punta Cana, for a weeklong, all-inclusive resort staycation in the Dominican Republic. "It's a special place for us, we first met up here," said Liriano, referring to one of the longest-running resorts in the area. On arrival, the couple learned the adults-only section was closed, and their reservation had shifted to the family side. "We are reduced to one hotel with almost no restaurants," Liriano said, noting the low staff morale. What they encountered next was an even bigger shock. "[T]he tourists do not even wear masks, it's like they are from a different world." Before Covid hit, all-inclusive resorts were the fastest-growing market in the accommodation sector, with increasing demand and offering high return on investment. When Marriott International finally entered the segment in 2019, purchasing a chain of seven luxury

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Advertisement: LATAM Airlines Group and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced the incorporation of the carrier to TSA's PreCheck Program. This will allow LATAM's passengers to have a quicker security process throughout 200 US airports, said the airline in a statement. LATAM joined TSA's PreCheck Program. Photo: Vincenzo Pace | Simple Flying What's TSA's PreCheck Program? The TSA PreCheck Program provides expedited security screening benefits for flights departing from US Airports. It's one of many initiatives launched by the US government on this topic. Others are Global Entry, NEXUS, and SENTRI. For instance, Global Entry provides the TSA PreCheck benefits plus expedited customs screening for international air travelers when entering the US. Each has a cost: US$85 for PreCheck and US$100 for Global Entry. "SA PreCheck is an expedited screening program that enables low-risk travelers to enjoy a smart and efficien