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Athens Cradles A New Civilization- A decade ago, Greece was bankrupt. Today, it is building the US$8 billion smart city of tomorrow.
A decade ago, Greece was bankrupt. Today, it is building the US$8 billion smart city of tomorrow. The project aims to incorporate the highest sustainability credentials and cutting-edge smart technology. All buildings will be designed to prioritise natural ventilation and lighting, while being covered in vegetation to help with natural cooling, as well as solar panels to make the most of Athens' year-round supply of sunshine. Cutting-edge water, waste management and smart energy systems will also be employed to improve sustainability.
8 min |
July/August 2024
Business Traveller UK
Cathay Pacific A350-900, business class LONDON-HONG KONG
BACKGROUND Cathay Pacific serves this route with the Boeing 777-300ER and Airbus A350. Both aircraft feature the Safran Cirrus seat in business class.
2 min |
July/August 2024
Business Traveller UK
COMO Metropolitan Singapore
BACKGROUND Singaporean brand COMO Hotels and Resorts launched its first property in its home country in September 2023, integrating its lifestyle and wellness brands into the hotel space.
3 min |
July/August 2024
Business Traveller UK
Voco Auckland City Centre
BACKGROUND New Zealand's first voco hotel opened its doors in May 2022.
3 min |
July/August 2024
Business Traveller UK
Anantara Grand Krasnapolsky, Amsterdam
BACKGROUND Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas opened its first hotel in the Netherlands in 2022, though the property has been part of Minor Hotels group since 2000 - most recently as a 451-room NH Collection property.
3 min |
July/August 2024
Business Traveller UK
Locke am Platz, Enge, Zurich
BACKGROUND Locke is a design-led serviced apartment brand from hospitality company edyn. It launched in 2016 and has properties in Cambridge, Dublin, Edinburgh, London, Manchester, Berlin and Munich (see businesstraveller.com/tried-and-tested).
2 min |
July/August 2024
Business Traveller UK
AEGEAN A320neo, business class ATHENS-LONDON HEATHROW
BACKGROUND Greece's national flag carrier celebrates its 25th anniversary this year. The Star Alliance member has launched a fourth daily service to Heathrow along with new flights to Sarajevo and Vilnius.
2 min |
July/August 2024
Business Traveller UK
Iberia confirmed as A321XLR launch customer
IBERIA WILL BE THE FIRST carrier worldwide to take delivery of the Airbus A321XLR (Xtra Long Range') later this year.
1 min |
July/August 2024
Business Traveller UK
BRITISH AIRWAYS INTRODUCES DISCOUNTED THAMES CLIPPERS FARES TO LONDON CITY AIRPORT
BRITISH AIRWAYS HAS LAUNCHED a new partnership with the Thames Clippers service, offering customers discounted fares to London City Airport.
1 min |
July/August 2024
Business Traveller UK
BRITISH AIRWAYS TO LAUNCH FLIGHTS TO IVALO AND TROMSØ
BRITISH AIRWAYS HAS ANNOUNCED new winter routes to Ivalo in Finland and Tromsø in Norway.
1 min |
July/August 2024
Business Traveller UK
Your attention, please
After a string of recent turbulence fiascos, we chart the history of the inflight safety video to see if the latest crop is up to the task...
7 min |
July/August 2024
Business Traveller UK
Escape to the country
Save on the airfare and splash out on these gorgeous UK retreats this summer
10 min |
July/August 2024
Business Traveller UK
Does aircraft age matter?
Short answer: it depends
6 min |
July/August 2024
Business Traveller UK
Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore
BACKGROUND This biophilic property opened in June 2023 and is the second Pan Pacific hotel in the city, the other being the Pan Pacific Singapore. The hotel is a member of the Green Collection within the GHA Discovery loyalty programme. It is BCA Green Mark Platinum-certified for its sustainability credentials.
3 min |
May 2024
Business Traveller UK
The Hoxton, Lloyd Amsterdam
BACKGROUND The Hoxton brand debuted in London's Shoreditch in 2006 and is part of Ennismore, in which Accor holds a majority stake. The brand has 16 properties across Europe and North America, including two in Amsterdam - the first opened in 2015 in the city centre, followed by this property in the Eastern Docklands in August 2023.
3 min |
May 2024
Business Traveller UK
Ruby Zoe, London
BACKGROUND Germany's Ruby Hotels launched in 2013, and operates 17 properties in locations including Amsterdam, Dublin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Hamburg and Zurich.
2 min |
May 2024
Business Traveller UK
London Hilton on Park Lane
BACKGROUND The London Hilton on Park Lane opened in 1963 - the first Hilton property in the UK. To celebrate its 60th anniversary last year, the hotel embarked on an extensive multi-million pound refurbishment led by the GA Group.
2 min |
May 2024
Business Traveller UK
Philippine Airlines A321 business class SINGAPORE-MANILA
BACKGROUND Philippine Airlines operates flights from Singapore Changi Airport to Manila's Ninoy Aquino International Airport, using A321ceo aircraft, which stands for 'current engine option, indicating an older aircraft than the A321neo. My flight (PR502) was a morning departure at 1035, arriving 1425 local time in Manila.
5 min |
May 2024
Business Traveller UK
Lima
Peru's coastal capital boasts colourful public parks, striking street art and generous plates of ceviche
2 min |
May 2024
Business Traveller UK
The inside scoop
We chat to the president of luxury hotel and restaurant association Relais & Châteaux, which marks its 70th anniversary this month
3 min |
May 2024
Business Traveller UK
Why business isn't better
Our 'columnist' this month explains why they believe economy class reigns supreme over business class
3 min |
May 2024
Business Traveller UK
Here be dragons
For a city known for its densely packed streets and hectic pace of life, Hong Kong has a truly remarkable countryside
4 min |
May 2024
Business Traveller UK
Provincial Provence
As Terre Blanche marks its 20th anniversary, we experience the resort's golfing and spa facilities as well as Michelin-starred food and blush rosé
5 min |
May 2024
Business Traveller UK
Spain: an evolving MICE hub
There is plenty to discover beyond the main business centres of Madrid and Barcelona
6 min |
May 2024
Business Traveller UK
UK spotlight: CARDIFF
Green fields and green tech are equal draws for doing business in the Welsh capital
5 min |
May 2024
Business Traveller UK
MACHINE REVOLUTION
Artificial intelligence is transforming the travel industry, with huge strides in data analysis and generative AI set to create seamless, personalised travel for passengers
7 min |
May 2024
Business Traveller UK
Manila's makeover
New infrastructure projects make it easier to navigate this bustling metropolis and discover the growing crop of creative districts
6 min |
May 2024
Business Traveller UK
Does first class have a future?
With ongoing improvements in business, first class needs to outdo itself to survive
7 min |
May 2024
Business Traveller UK
Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
A highlight is the rooftop pool, which is a tropical oasis for post-meeting R&R
2 min |
March 2024
Business Traveller UK
The Peninsula London
The design is all about natural light, greenery and open-plan spaces
2 min |