The leading magazine for the corporate traveller. We aim to save you money and make your travelling life easier. Each edition has the latest news from airlines, airports, hotels and car hire companies, reviews of the latest gadgets, technology and accessories and destinations pieces - where to stay, what to eat, what to see, and how to behave, all delivered by our own writers and journalists around the world. In addition, loyalty programs are examined, deals and promotions collected and feature stories cover a wide range of issues such as health, security, technology, golf, automotive, financial and buying property. With editorial staff based in our offices around the globe we are uniquely placed to ensure that our different editions reflect the needs of our readers locally.
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ALASKA AIRLINES JOINS ONEWORLD
MARRIOTT OPENS COURTYARD PROPERTY AT HEATHROW
Aer Lingus adds Manchester transatlantic flights
Easyjet to launch five new routes from Birmingham this summer
Virgin Atlantic brings back hand-plated Upper Class meals
STANSTED MARKS 30TH BIRTHDAY OF TERMINAL BUILDING
Lufthansa Group unveils buy-on-board catering
ELECTRIC AIRCRAFT ROUND-UP
Accor to open first Fairmont property in Ireland
GLOBAL TRAVEL TASKFORCE REVEALS FRAMEWORK FOR RETURN OF FLYING
ALL IN A WEEK’S WORK
VACCINE PASSPORTS: STATE OF PLAY
IN-FLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT • Our tips to make time fly by
NEW ROUTES: GIBRALTAR AND JERSEY
AIR MILES
TIME OUT • Our pick of upcoming events in the UK
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Join the debate • READERS SHARE FIRST-HAND KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCES AND IDEAS
NEW HORIZONS • After the long months of lockdown we all need an idyllic escape. The islands of the Indian Ocean should be on your wish list
SPENDING POWER • You put plenty of thought into what to pack in your suitcase, but what about what you carry in your wallet? Here’s our guide to the best credit and debit cards to use when travelling
RAISE A GLASS • In a challenging year, the winners of our in-flight wine awards still managed to serve up some sensational bottles
Brighter times ahead • Conditions remain challenging for Europe’s rail operators but new night services and rail-air links will provide welcome momentum
Kaohsiung • Take in the cultural sights and waterside attractions of Taiwan’s atmospheric southern port city
LEAN MACHINES • The latest laptops combine power and portability, with all of the features you need for work and play both at home or on the move
ACCESSORIES
TURBO CHARGED • It’s all about electric and hybrid this year. Here is a look at the top new eco-friendly vehicles
Ask the pilot • Our undercover captain reveals what it’s like to fly for a living
Don’t waste it • Let’s try to make something positive and tangible out of this pandemic, using the opportunity to improve sustainability in the travel industry
The long and winding road • Ever-changing Covid travel restrictions made our columnist’s route home from the Continent a particularly scenic one
Premier Inn London Southwark (Southwark Station)
Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong
Workspaces by Hilton at the Trafalgar St James, London
Airports offering Covid-19 tests
THE BIG PICTURE