- Star Alliance Operates Weekly 558 Flights Departing From China[Jun. 02, 2007]
Star Alliance, the global network of passenger airlines, operated weekly 558 flights taking off from China by the end of May this year, according to a source of the alliance.
- Lufthansa Looks to Soar in Chinese Skies[May 24, 2007]
Lufthansa German Airlines, one of the world's leading airlines, is revving up efforts to expand its business in China. In its 2007 summer schedule, Lufthansa offers weekly non-stop flights between China and Europe, servicing the four gateways of Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou and Hong Kong.
- Viva Macau Now Means The World to Macau![May 31, 2007]
On May 31, Viva Macau, Asia's low-fare carrier of choice, announced that it had received government approval to launch a wide range of new destinations covering Japan, Korea, Australia, Vietnam, Thailand and the Philippines. Great travel deals from Macau to all these countries can be expected in the next few months.
- Air China Announces Plans to Expand Australian Operations[May 24, 2007]
After a stronger than anticipated first quarter this year, Air China has announced plans to expand its Australian operations with increased services and product upgrades.
- Qantas Announces New Melbourne-Shanghai Service[May 29, 2007]
On May 29, Qantas announced it would introduce a new service between Melbourne and Shanghai, offering two flights a week on the route from March 2008.
- Thai AirAsia to Open New Route to Shenzhen[May 24, 2007]
Budget airline Thai AirAsia plans to launch daily flights from Bangkok to Shenzhen, China, the company said on May 24.
- Air China, Bank of China Builds Partnership for 2008 Olympic Games[May 25, 2007]
Two leading partners of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games, Air China and Bank of China, will offer a new co-branded credit card to consumers and Olympic enthusiasts alike. The Air China and Bank of China cooperation on this initiative will allow members of Air China's frequent flyer program, "Air China Companion" to earn travel points more quickly while supporting the Beijing Olympic Games.
- Air China Supports Cross-Cultural Engagement Between The Palace Museum and The British Museum[May 22, 2007]
The Palace Museum and the British Museum, two of the most famous museums in the world, launched the exhibition in the Forbidden City titled "The United Kingdom and The World: 1714-1830" for their first cooperation.
- Shandong Airlines Launches Qingdao-Yinchuan-Dunhuang Service[May 21, 2007]
On April 28, Shandong Airlines launched a new Qingdao-Yinchuan-Dunhuang service (Flight Numbers: SC4731/2). The service operates three times per week on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
- Arabian Adventures Debuts in China[May 13, 2007]
On the wings of Emirates launching its second daily service into Beijing, Arabian Adventures has announced its debut in China with the appointment of Asia Tourism Relations as its official representative in the country.