{"id":249151,"date":"2020-09-25T14:03:33","date_gmt":"2020-09-25T13:03:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/?p=249151"},"modified":"2020-09-25T14:04:05","modified_gmt":"2020-09-25T13:04:05","slug":"travel-news-september-2020","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/turkeyalwan.net\/travel-news-september-2020\/","title":{"rendered":"Travel news: this month (September 2020) in luxury travel"},"content":{"rendered":"

Friday\u00a0newsletters<\/a>\u00a0always feature travel\u00a0contests<\/a>,\u00a0tips<\/a>,\u00a0series<\/a>, or\u00a0news<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Today (September 25, 2020): September<\/strong>\u00a02020 luxury travel news.<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Every last Friday of the month, you can read my news round-up of what\u2019s happening in the world of luxury travel and aviation. In this issue:<\/p>\n

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  1. Four Seasons will manage an iconic Sicily hotel<\/li>\n
  2. Four Seasons announces a new resort in Mexico<\/li>\n
  3. Qantas flight to nowhere sells out in 10 minutes<\/li>\n
  4. One&Only Desaru Coast opens in Malaysia<\/li>\n
  5. Oman Air resumes its flights to Europe<\/li>\n
  6. H\u0101na-Maui Resort joins Hyatt\u2019s Destination Hotels brand<\/li>\n
  7. Air New Zealand grounds Boeing 777 fleet until September 2021<\/li>\n
  8. New bus trip will take you from Delhi to London in 70 days<\/li>\n
  9. British Airways will offer First Class seat with sliding door<\/li>\n
  10. Starlux Airlines’ A350 aircraft will feature a First Class cabin<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    1. Four Seasons will manage an iconic Sicily hotel<\/strong><\/h5>\n

    Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts<\/a>, one of the world\u2019s leading luxury hospitality company, announced that the celebrated San Domenico Palace in Taormina is under an extensive renovation program and will be unveiled as San Domenico Palace, Taormina, A Four Seasons Hotel. San Domenico Palace is ideally placed on the hilltop town of Taormina on the eastern shores of Sicily, overlooking the Bay of Taormina and the Ionian Sea. The Hotel features multiple terraces with clear views of the surrounding waters, as well as Mount Etna, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Following extensive renovations, the hotel will reopen with 111 guest rooms and suites, a new beach club and restaurant, along with the two-Michelin star restaurant, Principe Cerami, as well as enhancements to the current facilities and public areas. The hotel will also include a state-of-the-art spa with seven treatment rooms, an indoor pool, and a Turkish bath.<\/p>\n

    \"Four<\/a><\/p>\n

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    2. Four Seasons announces a new resort in Mexico<\/strong><\/h5>\n

    Debuting in 2021 as\u00a0Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo, M\u00e9xico<\/a>, the project will be located on a private peninsula along the Pacific Ocean in the state of Jalisco, between the towns of La Manzanilla and Barra de Navidad. The area, known as \u201cCosta Alegre\u201d or \u201cJoy Coast\u201d is acclaimed for its picturesque beaches, lush landscape and unique topography. \u00a0Most of its 155 rooms will boast panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, enveloped by the surrounding jungle and lush golf course. The contemporary architectural and interior design by the firms of LEGORRETA and Taller Mauricio Rocha + Gabriela Carrillo will blend with the natural surroundings and showcase local materials and textures. The resort will offer four dining and beverage venues, including an ocean view bar and restaurant, beach bar and grill and golf club restaurant. The grounds will also feature three pools and a full-service spa set amid a tropical forest.<\/p>\n

    \"Four<\/a><\/p>\n

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    3. Qantas flight to nowhere sells out in 10 minutes<\/strong><\/h5>\n

    Pre-pandemic, many of us viewed flying simply as a method of getting from one destination to another as quickly as possible. But amid global restrictions, travelers have been daydreaming not only about far-flung destinations, but the flying experience itself. That’s where “flights to nowhere” come in – air travel that takes place purely for the purpose of the journey, not the destination. Proving how popular these now are, a sightseeing flight to nowhere<\/a> offered by Qantas sold out within 10 minutes, according to CNN<\/a>. “It’s probably the fastest selling flight in Qantas history,” the airline’s CEO, Alan Joyce, said in a statement. The seven-hour scenic flight will be flown by a Boeing 787 Dreamliner and perform a giant loop taking in Queensland and the Gold Coast, New South Wales and the country’s remote outback heartlands. From above, keen fliers should be able to spot famous Aussie attractions including Sydney Harbour and the Great Barrier Reef. The jet will do a low flyover over certain landmarks, including Uluru.<\/p>\n

    \"QANTAS\"<\/a><\/p>\n

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    4. One&Only Desaru Coast opens in Malaysia<\/strong><\/h5>\n

    Unspoilt wild flora, lush rainforests and a secluded coastline of pristine golden sands await at One&Only Desaru Coast<\/a>, the first One&Only resort in Asia. Nestled on the south-eastern shoreline of Malaysia and designed by the award-winning Kerry Hill Architects, One&Only Desaru Coast celebrates the destination\u2019s architectural heritage with a modern interpretation of the traditional Malaysian \u2018kampung\u2019 (\u2018village\u2019). Spread across 128 acres, the resort has an intimate collection of just 42 junior suites, two expansive two-bedroom grand suites and an exclusive four-bedroom villa one. All boast private plunge pools, abundant indoor and outdoor living spaces, decadent bathrooms and thoughtful Malaysian-inspired design features. Guests have access to world-class restaurants, a secluded spa, spectacular infinity pool, and a buzzing beach club.<\/p>\n

    \"One&Only<\/a><\/p>\n

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    5. Oman Air resumes its flights to Europe<\/strong><\/h5>\n

    Oman Air<\/a>, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, will return to scheduled service on 1 October with service to 17 cities in 12 countries including 2 flights per week connecting Muscat and London, Frankfurt and Istanbul. Oman Air will maintain its comprehensive safety program throughout all elements of the travel journey to ensure that guests fly confidently. Masks are required when guests are on board the aircraft and in Oman’s airports. Distancing is maintained while guests board and exit the aircraft, which are carefully cleaned after each flight and at the end of every day. Cabin crew all wear a full set of personal protective equipment, meal service has been modified to further ensure safety and a number of other steps have been taken to ensure that the airline’s guests and crew are safe at all times.<\/p>\n

    \"Oman<\/a><\/p>\n

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    6. H\u0101na-Maui Resort joins Hyatt\u2019s Destination Hotels brand<\/strong><\/h5>\n

    The famous Travaasa Hana-Maui Resort will be rebranded under Hyatt’s Destination Hotels<\/a> brand. Offering a diverse collection of independent hotels, resorts and residences across North America, Destination Hotels properties are individual at heart yet connected by a commitment to embody the true spirit of each location. Located in the legendary town of H\u0101na on the eastern tip of Maui, H\u0101na-Maui Resort is set above H\u0101na Bay overlooking the Pacific Ocean. H\u0101na, known for its raw beauty and wild rainforests, exudes authentic Hawaii through its quaint ranches and pastures, local artisans, rich culture and history and close-knit community. The famed \u201croad to H\u0101na\u201d winds through nearly 600 curves and over 54 one-lane bridges leading to spectacular road-side waterfalls and plunge pools. H\u0101na-Maui Resort features 75 guest rooms, suites, bungalows and family residences. Additional amenities include two dining options, an expansive wellness center, two pools, a yoga pavilion and a plethora of adventure-driven and cultural experiences.<\/p>\n