Direct Route

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Maldivian Airlines launches historic, nonstop flights between Melbourne and Malé, giving Australians easier access to one of the most sought-after vacation destinations on the planet

JetBlue has launched a new nonstop service between Boston and Milan, its ninth destination in Europe and its first ever in Italy. The move strengthens JetBlue’s transatlantic expansion and solidifies its position as a growing player in flights between the U.S. and Europe

Redefining what mountain living means: The new resort, which will open in Courchevel 1850, will mark the first entry of the luxury brand One&Only into the French Alps and will offer a luxurious hospitality experience with direct access to the ski slopes, wellness complexes, haute cuisine and private luxury residences in the heart of one of the world's most sought-after winter destinations

Ryanair closes Thessaloniki base: Athens, Chania, Rhodes and Corfu will also be affected by the move, which joins the company's previous conflicts with European airports over fees and operating costs. Ryanair attacked the costs in Greece, but Fraport Greece stung: "This is a commercial decision resulting from the operating model and profitability considerations only"

American Airlines restarts daily Miami–Caracas flights, marking the first direct commercial service between the U.S. and Venezuela in seven years. "We're proud to be the first airline to resume service between Venezuela and the U.S."

Alaska Airlines has launched its first nonstop flight between Seattle and Rome, marking its official entry into Europe. The seasonal service, operating through October 23, is the only daily direct connection between the two cities and is flown on a Boeing 787-9 featuring the airline’s new international business class Suites

The Young Romanian carrier has announced the launch of new regular services connecting Cluj-Napoca to Vienna and Frankfurt. "The new routes have a direct impact on the development of the airport, by increasing passenger traffic, expanding the coverage area and strengthening connectivity". Also: Seventh aircraft (Airbus A220-300) joins the fleet

Ryanair has decided to close its Berlin Airport aircraft base because of high costs and the airport's latest 10% fee-increase notice. "German aviation policy has failed its citizens"

After being among the last to suspend operations, the UAE carrier is now one of the first to return, offering new aircraft, premium cabins, and attractive fares to the Far East