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Daily Mail
17-07-2025
- Daily Mail
It's all kicking off! Shocking moment Elderly woman screams foul-mouthed rant at parents after their toddler kicked the back of her seat, sparking mid-air row
This is the dramatic moment an elderly woman shouted and swore at a family in English after their toddler allegedly kicked her seat on a plane. The passenger aboard Hong Kong Express Flight UO597 on Tuesday confronted the couple who were seated behind her. Footage shows the woman yelling at the toddler's parents mid-flight, as fellow passengers turn their heads to watch the commotion. 'Your f****ing kid is kicking my chair', the woman can be heard screaming. 'Your baby is kicking my chair, motherf***er'. The father of the child can be seen arguing with the elderly passenger, while the woman's friend seated next to her is seen standing up in an attempt to diffuse the situation. Local media reported that the heated argument led the flight crew to contact Phu Quoc International Airport for assistance. Eight police officers and three senior inspectors were reportedly waiting at the airport to investigate the incident when the Airbus A320 landed. The mid-flight rant comes after a passenger had a meltdown in an airport after learning her flight had been cancelled, swearing at staff before being detained by police earlier this month. The irate female passenger, who has not been identified, can be seen in a white T-shirt and yellow bottoms cursing at staff for more than a minute in a video clip. She was among many left stranded after a Norse Atlantic Airways flight from Paris to New York was abruptly axed just before midnight on July 3. Fellow passenger Erianne Freign, 27, said the customer was frustrated that the airline would not provide hotel accommodation for her family. Video showed the woman screaming at an airline employee, calling her a 'bi**h' before being escorted behind the desk by security. She then threw the jumper around her waist to the floor and clenched her fists. The crowd gathering around the desk erupted with noise, startled. Erianne, a model from Paris, France, said: 'It was quite an intense reaction.' She explained that the woman had said she was diabetic and needed her medication, and was trying to find accommodation for her and her two children. 'You can tell she was in a panic, but I don't think she should have used such strong language. Especially because the people on the desk aren't responsible.'
Yahoo
03-07-2025
- Yahoo
JW Marriott Phu Quoc Unlocks a Season of Discovery with New Summer Offer
PHU QUOC, Vietnam, July 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- There's a certain kind of magic in Phu Quoc – Vietnam's most celebrated island: golden mornings, long sun-drenched afternoons and the luxury of time spent together. This season, JW Marriott Phu Quoc invites travelers to the island's serene southern coast with Summer Retreat, an exclusive package designed for families, foodies and seekers of inspired escapes. Located along the prime stretch of Khem Beach, one of the world's most private and beautiful beaches, JW Marriott Phu Quoc isn't just another beach resort. Dreamed up by the legendary Bill Bensley, this fantastical beachfront property takes the form of a whimsical 19th-century academy: Lamarck University, setting it apart among numerous prestigious resorts. 'Summer Retreat' Offer As one of the rare resorts to incorporate storytelling art into its design, JW Marriott Phu Quoc stands as one of the world's most iconic works by the renowned Bill Bensley. From the grand facades to the handpicked curios inside, the resort reads like a novel you can walk through. Nowhere is that more true than the Turquoise Suite, inspired by the calm waters that lap just beyond your balcony. Designed in soothing tones of seafoam and pearl, this suite offers uninterrupted views of the bay, with a generous balcony that stretches from bedroom to living area — the perfect perch for your morning coffee, sunrise included. Private pool and garden upgrades are also available. With the exclusive 'Summer Retreat' offer, the resort welcomes guests with attractive privileges, including daily complimentary lunch or dinner, a variety of entertainment activities, and the Family by JW kit for families traveling with children. Art on the plate by a Michelin Master Hiding behind a pink façade and wrapped in Belle Époque glamour, Pink Pearl by Olivier E. is the resort's crown jewel. Once the seaside villa of Madame Pearl Collins, the mansion is now a stage for celebrated chef Olivier Elzer, who brings with him the weight of 30 Michelin Stars from kitchens across the globe. Here, guests are served with a menu that weaves together coastal French classics, local ingredients, and seasonal vegetables from the island. Sundays are reserved for the Pink Pearl Brunch, inspired by finest Riviera dishes, DJ sets and free-flowing good cheer — a little Gatsby, a little Mediterranean summer. Reconnect for meaningful moments with family While the adults may lose themselves in design details and long lunches, the little ones have adventures of their own. With the unique storytelling design, JW Marriott Phu Quoc is not just perfect for families but also awakens the nature-born curiosity in any child. True to the spirit of Family by JW, the resort's children's programs are anything but ordinary. From craft workshops to traditional Vietnamese games, the resort's Kid Club invites young guests to explore, imagine, and play in a world built just for them. Famous for its breathtaking sunrise views, the resort is just a 10 minutes ride by double decker bus from Sunset Town – renowned as the "best place to enjoy the sunset in Vietnam". This vibrant complex is also home to unique attractions such as the Kiss Bridge, "Kiss of the Sea" show, the world's longest sea-crossing Cable Car, and Aquatopia Water Park. Guests staying at JW Marriott Phu Quoc enjoy complimentary tickets to the Kiss of the Sea show, Kiss Bridge, along with unlimited cable car access to Sun World Hon Thom when purchasing a one-way ticket. MEDIA CONTACT:Vinh DinhMarketing & Communications DirectorJW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay Resort & 29 7377 9999 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay Resort & Spa Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
CTV News
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
‘They started singing along': Vancouver musician plays the melodica for elephants in Vietnam
Vancouver concert pianist and composer Martin Mayer has plenty of fans around the world, especially in China, where he's known as 'Canada's Prince of Piano.' He's performed for sold-out crowds on several multi-city tours of the country and says he's been mobbed for autographs, followed by paparazzi, and was even woken up at 3 a.m. by a fan knocking on his hotel room door. And now Mayer has two new devotees in Vietnam—who happen to be elephants. The musician visited Vinpearl Safari in Phu Quoc on a recent vacation, and because you can't fit a grand piano in your pocket, he brought a melodica—a handheld keyboard you play by blowing into a mouthpiece. While feeding the elephants at the zoo, Mayer's partner suggested playing them a song. He went with the recognizable 'Perfect' by Ed Sheeran. 'These two elephants basically stopped what they were doing, stopped taking food from the other people, walked up and started listening,' he told CTV News. They flapped their ears, put their trunks together, and 'started singing along.' 'I've played for thousands of people in concert and millions of people on TV and the whole notion of playing for two elephants in the sanctuary—I can't think of any way to top that,' he said. Mayer was at a loss for words after the encounter and later ran back to see the elephants again. He whistled at them and the animals turned around to give him a final look. 'I remember feeling this innate sense this is beyond human-to-human, this is human-to-animal, and I'm able to communicate with these two in a way that is beyond language or anything like that,' he said. 'It's the best feeling to be able to provide joy and possibly the first music that they've ever heard.' Mayer is now considering continuing his new gig as an animal entertainer, floating the idea of performing at the Greater Vancouver Zoo, Vancouver Aquarium, or even bringing the melodica on a boat to play for the harbour seals and orcas. 'Human beings shouldn't be the only ones that get a chance to experience music,' he said. With files from CTV News Vancouver's Spencer Harwood
Reuters
13-06-2025
- Business
- Reuters
Sun PhuQuoc Airways to operate Airbus jets, in talks with Boeing for Dreamliner
HANOI, June 13 (Reuters) - Vietnam's newly established Sun PhuQuoc Airways will initially operate Airbus's narrow-body aircraft, including the A321neo, it said on Friday. The airline is also in talks with Boeing to purchase wide-body aircraft, including Boeing 787-9 and Boeing 787-10 jets, it said in a statement. State media reported last month the airline aimed launch its maiden flight in the fourth quarter of this year and to expand its fleet to 31 planes by the end of 2030. The company aims to begin ticket sales from the end of October, it said in its Friday statement. Sun PhuQuoc will focus on services between Phu Quoc Island and Vietnam's major cities, including Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Danang, and also destinations in Japan, South Korea and China, it said.
Skift
28-05-2025
- Business
- Skift
First Creative Details Emerge for Vietnam's New 'Resort in the Sky' Airline
Putting Bill Bensley at the creative helm is a bold statement of intent for Sun PhuQuoc Airways, but turning a lifestyle concept into a viable airline remains a challenging task. A new Vietnamese airline is hoping to take flight by the end of the year: Sun PhuQuoc Airways (SPA) will be operated by a subsidiary of local real estate and hospitality developer Sun Group. Much is still unknown about the venture, which intends to operate a hub-and-spoke network from Phu Quoc island in southern Vietnam. But attendees at the Skift Asia Forum in Bangkok this month heard some exclusive details from Bill Bensley, creative director of Bensley Design Studios. 'We're going to build – within three years – this 40-fleet airline,' Bensley told Skift CEO and co-founder, Rafat Ali. 'They want it to be very, very high-end … with half the plane in executive class and first class.' Bensley spoke of his love for Vietnam and explained how this will manifest itself on the aircraft: 'I've identified about 35 of the most beautiful parts of Vietnam. These parts [will] then be painted full-body on the plane. Instead of a stripe across or a swish, the entire image of these 35 places are painted on the outside of the plane.' Bensley said this imagery will 'carry through' into the aircraft. He will take a creative lead on numerous passenger-facing elements such as uniforms and menus. 'It's the whole deal, the whole imaging,' he added. Bensley previously worked with the Sun Group on seven hotels in the region. Watch Bill Bensley in Conversation with Rafat Ali at the Skift Asia Forum 2025: RECORDED MAY 2025. The investment case for the new carrier has received the green light from Vietnam's prime minister. Despite the ambitious timeline, there are no details about how SPA will source its aircraft. The Sun Group already operates a private jet business in Vietnam, however these planes are much smaller than those that will be needed for the new airline. A statement from Sun Group said that along with domestic routes, it is considering international destinations, including Japan, South Korea, and China. The company is using the term 'resort airline' to describe its vision: 'This innovative model combines transportation and tourism, where each flight is not merely a means of getting from one place to another but the beginning of a vacation, starting the moment passengers step on board and journey through the skies,' said a company statement. The wider ambition is to 'transform every aircraft into a resort in the sky,' with amenities and services designed to create a sense of leisure and relaxation. Sun Group already has a significant footprint in Phu Quoc through its hospitality and leisure portfolio. The company says it will package flights with these existing products. A First-Time Project Established as a go-to name for hotel, landscape, and interior designs, the world of aviation is new to Bensley and his team. 'It's a totally new thing for me. First time ever, but that's the thing that I like to do... We are asked to do a new project about once a day, so it's a great honor to be able to be very choosy about what we do,' he told the Skift Asia Forum. Vietnam's Golden Visa Ambition to 23-Million Tourist Target More Chinese tourists are now choosing Vietnam over Thailand. Smart visa policies could help keep it that way. The easier it is to get in, the more likely travelers, and their wallets, will follow. Read More If realized, Sun PhuQuoc Airways will join Vietnam's five other major airlines. As well as flag carrier Vietnam Airlines, these include low-cost operators Vietjet Air and Pacific Airlines. An initial investment of 2.5 trillion Vietnamese dong ($96m) has been allotted to the project. An undertaking of SPA's scale will require a figure many times higher, however additional sources of capital are currently unclear. Major airlines already serving Phu Quoc include AirAsia, China Eastern, Korean Air, and Scoot. Skift analysis of data from Cirium Diio suggests around 25 carriers fly to the island, although some of these are only on a seasonal or charter basis. What am I looking at? The performance of airline sector stocks within the ST200. The index includes companies publicly traded across global markets including network carriers, low-cost carriers, and other related companies. The Skift Travel 200 (ST200) combines the financial performance of nearly 200 travel companies worth more than a trillion dollars into a single number. See more airlines sector financial performance. Read the full methodology behind the Skift Travel 200.
