Company updates

Alitalia was named most punctual airline in the world for January 2018 by US independent data services society FlightStats.

The Louis Hotels group has received 20 honors for its accommodation units in Greece and Cyprus in TripAdvisor’s 2018 Travelers’ Choice awards.

The Kalamaki Beach Hotel, near the Isthmus of Corinth, is supporting the Ancient Mycenaean Trail Run 2018, which will take place on March 18.

Greece is among the European markets for which TAL Aviation has signed General Sales Agent (GSA) services for Chinese carrier Beijing Capital Airlines.

Oman Air has announced the launch of three new routes in 2018, from Muscat Airport to Istanbul in Turkey; Casablanca in Morocco and Moscow in Russia.

Joon, a wholly-owned Air France subsidiary, has announced long-haul routes in spring 2018, connecting Paris to Cape Town, Fortaleza and Mahé.

Celestyal received four honors at the 2018 Cruisers’ Choice Awards, organized by the international cruise reviews site Cruise Critic.

Greek taxi companies Athens VIP Taxi and Van Taxi have entered into a partnership, aiming to provide their customers with luxury services.

Airbnb has made a string of announcements including four new property types, new tiers of service and a “Collections” selection.

Travelport has announced new products that enable airlines and travel agents in the IATA New Distribution Capability (NDC) era.

EasyJet will add new Greek destinations to its summer 2018 schedule through flights connecting Crete with Lyon and Nice and Venice with Corfu.

The Air France office in Greece has given an update regarding flight cancellations due to a strike called by the airline’s worker unions.

The Galaxy Hotel Iraklio on Crete has launched its new “PURE Wellness Rooms”, offering guests a complete hospitality experience based on innovative cleanliness technology.

Royal Caribbean Cruises has become a member of the Hellenic Marine Environment Protection Association (HELMEPA) and registered 12 cruise ships under its management.

Telecoms company Vodafone announced the test runs of a new drone-tracking technology aimed at ensuring safer air travel.

Istion Yachting recently introduced its new member, the YachtHop, which aims to offer unique innovative sailing experiences to travelers.

The Chelsea FC Foundation this summer will run football coaching sessions at the sports facilities of the five-star Sani Resort in Halkidiki, northern Greece.

Air Transat has announced the new summer edition of the “Chef’s Menu by Daniel Vézina”, which will be available on its flights as of May 1.

TUS Airways has launched a new service connecting Ioannina in Western Greece with Larnaca in Cyprus twice a week.

The Aria Hotels group has announced the addition of the Fileas Art Hotel to its growing portfolio on the island of Crete.