Economy

Rome’s airport system contributed €31.3 billion to Italy’s economy and supported more than 590,000 jobs, according to Aeroporti di Roma

The UAE-based airline reveals the achievements of its recycling program, along with a series of other green initiatives on planes and in lounges. You won't believe what they recycle

Spark by Hilton Milan Linate Airport is expected to open this year and offer 118 rooms, a pool, a gym and a fast connection to the center of Milan in just 12 minutes via the new M4 metro line

A new report by the National Research Institute of Greece reveals that the tourism industry contributed €32.4 billion to the Greek economy in 2025

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

WTTC forecasts global Travel & Tourism will outpace economic growth in 2026, supporting 376 million jobs worldwide. Europe’s Travel & Tourism sector is expected to grow nearly four times faster than the wider regional economy next year. Also: Meet Europe's leading destination for tourism revenue that combines "strong visitor volumes with exceptionally high international visitor spend", which country do you think it is?

The new ticket for airBaltic flights will allow passengers to board with only a personal bag, similar to low-cost airlines, thereby reducing ticket prices. Here is everything you need to know

The group is launching Economy Basic on short and medium routes. Only a personal bag is included; trolleys require an additional fee. Light fare tickets can be changed for a fee

Labor organizations in Greece are expected to shut down the economy on May 1, 2026, which is when International Workers' Day is celebrated. So far, shipping workers' organizations have announced they will shut down all cruise activity. Additional organizations are expected to join, but there are no signs of the aviation getting invoved

Starting this month: The company announces an increase in baggage fees, discounts for advance bookings, and new restrictions on seat selection and upgrades, even for passengers with basic fare status

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