Economy

Europe’s Travel and Tourism sector is forecast to grow 3.1% in 2026, outpacing the global economy as WTTC’s summit opens in Malta

The Middle Eastern aviation powerhouse marks 94 years since the first plane landed in Sharjah, and the development that brought the UAE to one of the world's major aviation hubs

Emirates will deploy its Airbus A350 on Dubai-Nairobi flights from October 25, introducing Premium Economy to Kenya for the first time

Etihad has revealed its new A330 cabin, featuring four First suites, lie-flat Business seats, and a redesigned Economy cabin from September 2027

Emirates will include its retrofitted A380 on the Dubai-Paris route from October 25, bringing Premium Economy and refreshed cabins to the French capital

Emirates has unveiled the world’s first electrically powered Premium Economy seat with a full-height privacy screen, wireless charging and enhanced comfort aboard new A350 aircraft

SWISS Economy passengers on long-haul flights from Switzerland can now pre-select meat or vegetarian meals from Hiltl before departure

Emirates is bringing Premium Economy to two Mauritius-Dubai flights, giving passengers enhanced comfort on connections to 70 destinations worldwide

Lufthansa will add five hot meals to its Economy Class menu and expand Business Class meal pre-selection from September 1, 2026. Here is what to expect

A new study finds American Airlines’ Dallas Fort Worth hub supports $70 billion in annual economic output and 350,000 jobs across North Texas

SWISS Economy passengers on long-haul flights from Switzerland can now pre-select meat or vegetarian meals from Hiltl before departure

Emirates is bringing Premium Economy to two Mauritius-Dubai flights, giving passengers enhanced comfort on connections to 70 destinations worldwide

The Greek Institute for Economic and Industrial Research has left its growth forecast for 2026 at 1.8%, warning of the effects of the geopolitical situation and rising energy prices

The UAE-based airline giant is introducing the first A380 aircraft to undergo a complete cabin makeover. The premium class has been moved to the second floor and expanded, while the economy class has been reduced. This is what it looks like

TAP Air Portugal has launched Economy Prime, offering empty side seats, premium meals and priority services for a more comfortable journey

The Canadian airline WestJet, which received severe criticism for cramping its planes and adding a new row of seats, announced the additional row will be removed: "The airline will return to its prior standard seat pitch"

Economy Plus gives travelers up to 40% more legroom, priority boarding, and extra benefits for frequent flyers on A321XLR, A220, and 737 aircraft across Australia and nearby international routes

SeatGuru, a website acquired by TripAdvisor that specializes in seat maps for various aircraft models, has closed after a prolonged period of inactivity

Global Aviation Bodies Criticize Latest Dutch Tax Hike

The small city-state has become the most popular tourism destination in Southeast Asia, with the industry contributing more than $66 billion to the country's economy last year. The number of tourists this year is expected to surge by nearly 10% compared to 2019 before the COVID-19 pandemic