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Etihad Operates 102 Passenger Flights Ex-Abu Dhabi This Thursday (April 16, 2026)
NewsApr 16, 2026

Etihad Operates 102 Passenger Flights Ex-Abu Dhabi This Thursday (April 16, 2026)

Etihad Airways operated 102 passenger flights from its Abu Dhabi hub on Thursday, April 16, 2026, marking a notable increase from the 75‑85 daily flights seen earlier in the month. The airline’s schedule now approaches roughly 70% of its pre‑Iran‑War...

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Etihad Extends Flexible Rebooking & Refund Policy Until May 15, 2026 – Can Rebook Until June 15
NewsApr 16, 2026

Etihad Extends Flexible Rebooking & Refund Policy Until May 15, 2026 – Can Rebook Until June 15

Etihad Airways has extended its flexible rebooking and refund policy through May 15, 2026 for tickets issued on or before February 28, allowing free changes up to June 15, 2026. Starting March 6, 2026, the carrier introduced a no‑change‑fee initiative...

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GHA Discovery 3X D$ For Stays At JA Resorts April 15 – May 31, 2026
NewsApr 15, 2026

GHA Discovery 3X D$ For Stays At JA Resorts April 15 – May 31, 2026

Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) Discovery has teamed with JA Resorts to offer UAE residents triple Discovery Dollars (D$) for stays of two nights or more at JA Beach Hotel, JA Lake View Hotel, and JA Palm Tree Court between April...

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IHG Third Night Free Premium Rooms & Suites In Asia-Pacific Resorts Until December 31, 2026 (Book By May 1)
NewsApr 14, 2026

IHG Third Night Free Premium Rooms & Suites In Asia-Pacific Resorts Until December 31, 2026 (Book By May 1)

IHG has introduced a "Stay 3 Nights, Pay 2" promotion for Premium Rooms and Suites at its Asia‑Pacific resort portfolio, with bookings open from April 15 to May 1, 2026 and stays valid through December 31, 2026. The deal is exclusive to IHG...

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Qantas Unsure If They Have Adequate Jet Fuel Access From Mid-May
NewsApr 14, 2026

Qantas Unsure If They Have Adequate Jet Fuel Access From Mid-May

Qantas warned that from mid‑May it may not have sufficient jet fuel to sustain its full schedule, prompting the airline to reconsider international lounge access on Jetstar‑operated flights. The carrier recently settled a flight‑credit class‑action lawsuit for A$105 million (about $70 million...

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United Airlines CEO Has Floated The Idea Of Buying American Airlines
NewsApr 14, 2026

United Airlines CEO Has Floated The Idea Of Buying American Airlines

United Airlines chief Scott Kirby has informally floated a merger‑or‑acquisition proposal with rival American Airlines, even briefing senior U.S. government officials about the idea. Kirby, a former American Airlines president, sees the deal as both a strategic and personal opportunity....

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Air Canada Aeroplan Double SQCs Ex-YTZ To ORD/IAD/BOS/LGA Through August 31, 2026 (Book By April 30)
NewsApr 11, 2026

Air Canada Aeroplan Double SQCs Ex-YTZ To ORD/IAD/BOS/LGA Through August 31, 2026 (Book By April 30)

Air Canada is offering Aeroplan elite members double Status Qualifying Credits (SQC) on new nonstop flights from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) to Chicago (ORD), Washington (IAD), Boston (BOS) and New York (LGA). Bookings must be made by April 30 2026...

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GHA Discovery D$30 Bonus For NH Hotel Stay In Paris April 9 – August 31, 2026 (Book By May 31)
NewsApr 11, 2026

GHA Discovery D$30 Bonus For NH Hotel Stay In Paris April 9 – August 31, 2026 (Book By May 31)

Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) Discovery and NH Hotels are offering a D$30 bonus to Discovery members who stay at three NH properties in Paris between April 9 and August 31, 2026. The bonus is credited immediately after check‑in and can...

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Lufthansa Now Charges Massive Cancellation & Refund Fees, Even In “Flex Fares”
NewsApr 11, 2026

Lufthansa Now Charges Massive Cancellation & Refund Fees, Even In “Flex Fares”

Lufthansa announced on April 7, 2026 that it will levy cancellation and refund fees of up to €2,000 (≈$2,180) on selected routes, even for its premium “Flex” fares. The new schedule targets flights to Asia‑Pacific (excluding China, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia and Australia),...

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Amex Offers US: $150 Statement Credit For $375 In Marriott Spending In Select Countries Until July 22, 2026
NewsApr 11, 2026

Amex Offers US: $150 Statement Credit For $375 In Marriott Spending In Select Countries Until July 22, 2026

American Express has rolled out a limited‑time offer for Platinum cardholders that provides a $150 statement credit after spending at least $375 on qualifying Marriott Bonvoy properties in the United States, Caribbean, Canada and Mexico. The promotion runs from April 8...

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ALL Accor North & Central America + Brazil Double Points April 8 – September 8, 2026 (Book By August 8)
NewsApr 9, 2026

ALL Accor North & Central America + Brazil Double Points April 8 – September 8, 2026 (Book By August 8)

Accor’s ALL loyalty program is offering a limited‑time double‑points promotion for stays in North & Central America and Brazil from April 8 to September 8, 2026. Members who register and book by August 8, 2026 can earn 2× reward points on up to five qualifying...

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Etihad Operates 97 Passenger Flights Ex-Abu Dhabi This Thursday (April 9, 2026)
NewsApr 9, 2026

Etihad Operates 97 Passenger Flights Ex-Abu Dhabi This Thursday (April 9, 2026)

Etihad Airways increased its Abu Dhabi departures to 97 passenger flights on Thursday, April 9, 2026, up from 75 the day before and representing roughly 60% of its pre‑Iran‑War schedule. The airline has been adding flights each day since early April,...

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ALL Accor Europe & North Africa Spring Sale For Stays April 8 – May 7, 2026 (Book By April 23)
NewsApr 8, 2026

ALL Accor Europe & North Africa Spring Sale For Stays April 8 – May 7, 2026 (Book By April 23)

Accor has launched a Spring Sale offering a 10% discount on select European and North African hotels, with an additional 10% off for ALL Accor members. The promotion runs for stays between April 8 and May 7, 2026, but bookings must be...

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Heavy Rain Causes Ceiling Collapse At Jakarta Airport, Terminal Building Flooded
NewsApr 8, 2026

Heavy Rain Causes Ceiling Collapse At Jakarta Airport, Terminal Building Flooded

Heavy rain on April 6‑7, 2026 caused the roof of Soekarno‑Hatta International Airport’s Terminal 3 Gate 7 lounge to collapse, flooding the area. InJourney Airports issued an apology and said repairs would be completed by April 8, 2026. The incident forced the airport to...

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