Monday, November 18

Travel & Food

New Air France products for young travellers
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New Air France products for young travellers

On board, it's just like being at home! In all Air France long-haul cabins, kids aged 3 to 11 with a children's menu are now given a fun new "folder", available in two colours, blue and light grey. Containing a host of surprises to have fun throughout the flight, this folder is also perfect for storing their passport, drawings and other souvenirs collected during the trip. Soft and sturdy, it can also be used at home. Inside, young globetrotters will find a postcard to colour in, a box of five coloured pencils, an activity book, a set of cards, a ruler and a comfort mask to help them fall asleep like the grown-ups. Enough to keep them amused during and after their trip! In keeping with Air France's eco-friendly approach, this folder is made from cardboard sourced from sustainably ma...
KLM stops flying to Ukraine
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KLM stops flying to Ukraine

KLM stops flying to Ukraine. The next flight to the capital Kiev is scheduled for tonight, but will not be operated. This decision follows the adjusted travel advice to code red and an extensive safety analysis. It is not yet clear when KLM will fly to Kiev again. KLM has not been flying over the eastern regions of Ukraine and Crimea since 2014. There are now no more KLM flights through Ukrainian airspace until further notice. KLM always puts the safety of passengers and employees first in the conduct of its operation. Choosing safe and optimal routes is a standard part of our daily practice. KLM uses a security management system to analyze risks in order to determine safe flight routes. This analysis also uses information that is shared within the Dutch expert group, which...
American Airlines and GOL complete agreement to form exclusive partnership offering increased customer benefits
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American Airlines and GOL complete agreement to form exclusive partnership offering increased customer benefits

Carriers execute investment agreement previously announced in September 2021 to deepen commercial partnership and create the broadest and most rewarding network in the Americas.Coming soon, American’s AAdvantage® and GOL’s SMILES loyalty programs will create the largest joint frequent flyer program in the Americas with enhanced benefits for customers.As part of the agreement, American will make a $200 million equity investment in GOL. FORT WORTH, Texas — Today, American Airlines announced it has signed a definitive investment agreement with GOL, Brazil’s largest airline, deepening the relationship between the two carriers to create the broadest and most rewarding network in the Americas. The combined networks will provide customers with more than 30 destinations in the U.S. served by A...