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Trade Arabia
6 days ago
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Turkish Airlines and TAP Air Portugal expand cooperation scope
Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other in the world, and TAP Air Portugal, the flag carrier of Portugal and the leading European airline flying to Brazil, are expanding their existing codeshare partnership. As part of the recently expanded agreement announced during the IATA Annual General Meeting held in New Delhi, both carriers will now provide their guests with a broader range of seamless travel options beyond their current global networks. Brazil, Morocco, Qatar, and Mauritius are new and exciting destinations entering the scope of cooperation. Additionally, Dalaman and Bodrum, Türkiye's prominent summer destinations, have also been added to the agreement, further augmenting travel options between Türkiye and Portugal, enhancing access to sought-after leisure destinations. Turkish Airlines CEO Bilal Ek°i stated: "We are pleased to further strengthen our long-standing partnership with TAP Air Portugal. Enhanced scope of the new arrangement offers greater flexibility and a wider range of travel options, while contributing to the development of commercial and tourism relations between our countries. We look forward to continuing this valuable collaboration in the years ahead." TAP Air Portugal CEO Luís Rodrigues said: 'Because of our network structure we need to find intelligent ways to connect us to the east. Cooperating with great partners is our way forward to do that. This will provide our global passengers and our Portuguese community with increased options to visit new and exciting places using our Turkish Airlines partner.'
Trade Arabia
02-04-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Turkish Airlines launches Ohrid, North Macedonia flights
Turkish Airlines has added Ohrid, one of the North Macedonia's key tourism destinations, to its flight network. With this addition, Ohrid becomes the flag carrier's second destination in North Macedonia after Skopje, its 123rd destination in Europe, and its 353rd worldwide. Lake Ohrid, one of Europe's richest areas in terms of biodiversity, was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1979, making it a symbol of the city. In 1980, the entire city of Ohrid was placed under UNESCO protection due to its historical, cultural, and natural significance. Turkish Airlines has begun operating reciprocal flights between Istanbul Airport and Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle Airport four times a week. With this new route, the airline strengthens its regional network, offering passengers more travel options. Commenting on the launch of the Ohrid flights, Turkish Airlines CEO Bilal Ekşi stated; 'As Turkish Airlines, we believe that our newly launched flights to/from Ohrid, one of Europe's oldest settlements, will create new opportunities for both tourism and business. Additionally, it will further enhance cultural exchange with Ohrid, a city that reflects the essence of the Balkans and carries traces of the Ottoman heritage.' -TradeArabia News Service
Zawya
26-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Turkish Airlines opens global holiday booking platform; dedicated pet lounge
Turkish Airlines has launched its global holiday booking platform, offering travellers a one-stop shop to book and manage all their vacation plans. The airline has also opened an exclusive pet lounge at Istanbul Airport - designed to give pets a comfortable, stress-free experience before take-off or between flights. Global holiday booking platform Turkish Airlines' new booking platform provides travellers with the opportunity to book flights, hotels, tours, activities, car rentals, transfers, insurance and more - all from one place. Previously available only for outbound flights from Türkiye, the platform has now expanded to key markets including the South Africa, UK, Europe, South Korea, and many more through strategic partnerships with HBX and PerfectStay. This expansion marks a significant milestone in airlines' aim to provide seamless and high-quality experiences for travellers worldwide. Commenting at the exclusive launch event, the airline's CEO Bilal Ekşi said: 'Passengers travelling outbound from Türkiye have enjoyed the convenience of booking their entire trip through the platform. Now, we are extending this seamless experience to travellers worldwide, making holiday planning easier than ever while strengthening our global presence. We are delighted to provide such comprehensive, one-stop booking options for our guests, further improving their travel experiences.' Exclusive launch offer Travellers who book their first holiday package or tour to Türkiye through will receive airport lounge access. They can also enjoy exclusive discounts of up to £350/€350 based on their total spend during the launch period. VIP experience for pets This complimentary lounge at Instanbul Airport is available to pets traveling as AVIH (animals in hold), offering a secure space before boarding. Located in the B Pier area, the spacious 250m² lounge includes a 32m² outdoor terrace, ensuring pets can stretch, relax, and settle in before their flight. The state-of-the-art pet lounge can accommodate up to 32 dogs, 36 cats, and 10 birds at once, with: - Veterinary supervision to monitor pets' well-being (no medical procedures performed). - Separate areas for staff, cleaning, and pet rest to maintain hygiene and comfort. - A secure, temperature-controlled environment. Supplied image How it works If your pet is traveling via Istanbul Airport, they qualify for the pet lounge if: - Their departing flight has a layover of at least 60 minutes (from Istanbul). - Their connecting flight has a layover of at least 75 minutes before take-off. While pets in AVIH can enjoy the lounge, PETC (pets in cabin) must stay with their owners and are not permitted inside. For security reasons, pet parents won't have access to the lounge either, as it is in a restricted airside area, but rest assured, their furry friends will be well cared for. All rights reserved. © 2022. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
