Airlines worldwide marked April Fools’ Day with creative stunts, blending humor and marketing with memorable travel-themed ideas. Here are some of their best pranks yet!
Air India has launched a codeshare deal with Uzbekistan Airways, improving connectivity between India and Tashkent with seamless one-ticket travel options. "This partnership allows us to offer our guests more choice and convenience while strengthening India’s air links with Central Asia"
EGYPTAIR will begin nonstop service between Chicago O’Hare and Cairo on June 21, operating three weekly flights with an Airbus A350-900. "This route will provide travelers with seamless connectivity between Egypt and one of America's most important aviation hubs"
Flying to Greece soon? The new entry and exit system has come into effect, which means airports are now collecting biometric data from passengers from countries outside the European Union. Expect border check delays in the near future
Jet2 has celebrated its Gatwick debut with Tenerife and Alicante flights, marking a major expansion with 29 destinations and 300 new jobs. "We have experienced phenomenal demand from customers and independent travel agents"
The UK warns against travel to parts of Kenya near the Somalia border and coast, citing terrorism risks and security concerns in multiple regions
Korean Air alerts travelers to fake ads on social media designed to steal personal data and payments, urging caution across Instagram and Facebook. "Please stay alert to protect your data and assets"
The Travel & Tourism sector in the Middle East is losing apprixmately $600 million a day, says the WTTC. "Clear communication, strong coordination between the public and private sectors, and measures that reinforce safety and stability", a must
Brussels Airport adds two direct routes to Asia via AirChina. "We’re excited to welcome AirChina and to offer travellers two new ways to fly directly between Brussels and China"
American Airlines launches limited-edition amenity kits, pajamas, and slippers celebrating 100 years of aviation across premium cabins
