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LIAT and Air Caraïbes Partner to Boost Caribbean Connectivity

July 5, 2026 by Amara Nambinga

LIAT et Air Caraïbes s’allient pour renforcer la connectivité dans les Caraïbes - Depositphotos.com @mvaligursky

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LIAT (2020) Limited (Liat Air) and Air Caraïbes have announced the signing of an interline agreement aimed at facilitating passenger travel across the Caribbean and to Europe via Paris-Orly.

This partnership now enables customers of the two carriers to travel with a single ticket and a centralized reservation, by combining the networks of both operators.

The agreement links LIAT Air’s intra-Caribbean network, serving the Eastern Caribbean, Guyana, Jamaica and several other regional destinations from its hub at Antigua’s V.C. Bird International Airport, to Air Caraïbes’ operations based in Guadeloupe and Martinique.

The French carrier also operates long-haul services between the Caribbean and Paris-Orly, thereby paving the way for simplified connections between the region’s different linguistic and economic zones, as well as to the European market.

A Simplified Passenger Experience

Thanks to this interline agreement, travelers will be able to book combined itineraries through travel agencies and global distribution systems.

Baggage will be checked through to the final destination, removing the need for rechecking or carrying multiple tickets during connections.

Among the main benefits announced:

A single ticket covering flights operated by LIAT Air and Air Caraïbes

Baggage checked through to the final destination

Expanded access to a Caribbean network spanning English-, French-, and Dutch-speaking islands

Facilitated connections to Paris-Orly via the Pointe-à-Pitre and Fort-de-France hubs

Integrated booking through distribution channels and travel agencies

A Shared Ambition for a Better-Connected Caribbean

For LIAT (2020) Limited, the agreement marks a significant milestone in advancing regional connectivity. Its chief executive, Hafsah Abdulsalam, emphasizes a development long-awaited by tourism stakeholders and travelers: “By linking our networks with Air Caraïbes, we greatly facilitate travel between the Caribbean’s English-, French-, and Dutch-speaking islands, as well as the connection to Europe via Paris.”

On the side of Air Caraïbes, Chief Commercial Officer Hugues Heddebault highlights the aim of simplifying regional mobility: “A better-connected Caribbean is a more open, more accessible and more dynamic Caribbean.”

The two airlines believe this partnership will strengthen the region’s attractiveness by easing inter-island travel, business trips, and tourist flows. The simplified opening to European markets, via Paris-Orly, should also boost visitor arrivals and the movement of the Caribbean diaspora.

Interline tickets will be available for sale through travel agencies and authorized distribution channels as of the coming into effect date, which will be announced soon.

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Ebola: Air France Flight Crews Barred from Entering the United States

July 5, 2026 by Amara Nambinga

Les PNC d'Air France demandent l’obtention d’un droit de retrait sur la ligne vers Kinshasa - Depositphotos @RLGUESSAZ

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After being shaken by hantavirus, the world watches with concern what is happening in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Since the beginning of May, the Central African country has been hit by a resurgence of the Ebola virus. On May 15, the government officially declared the 17th outbreak of Ebola virus disease to strike the country.

And unfortunately, the virus is spreading quite rapidly to neighboring nations. To date, more than 1,100 suspected Ebola virus cases have been recorded in Africa, including 263 confirmed cases and 43 deaths.

The strain behind this outbreak currently has neither a vaccine nor a treatment.

And the virus exhibits a case fatality rate between 30% and 50%. Under these conditions, the World Health Organization has declared the situation an international public health emergency.

Several countries have imposed restrictions on travelers heading to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and its neighboring countries, starting with the United States.

These decisions, taken to prevent the virus’s importation, are now causing difficulties in the aviation sector, starting with Air France.

Democratic Republic of the Congo: travelers barred from entering the USA…

Since May 22, 2026, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a decree limiting entries into the United States.

Thus, the Donald Trump administration “suspends entry to the United States for foreign nationals who have stayed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, in Uganda, or in South Sudan within the last 21 days“.

However, whereas commercial flight crews had previously been exempt, with the stricter rule now in place, Air France cabin crew cannot travel to the USA after completing a rotation between Paris and the DRC.

The UNAC, a union counting 2,500 members within the company, fears after having “learned today, Thursday, May 28, 2026, that the cabin crew are now affected by the ban on re-entering the US territory.

Shipments are being rebuilt“.

Kinshasa is served from Paris at four flights per week. The flight is operated with an Airbus A350-900. Air France has 41 aircraft of this type in its fleet.

Discussions have begun between the unions and Air France management to establish a right of withdrawal for crew members who no longer wish to operate on the France–Democratic Republic of the Congo route.

Flight Attendants Not Spared by Ebola Restrictions

They could thereby avoid being barred from staying in the United States, and also sidestep the risk of contracting the virus.

“An extraordinary CSSCT meeting has, however, been requested by the UNAC to management more than a week ago.

We have renewed our request to organize an extraordinary CSSCT meeting and invite representative trade unions to join us“, the union specifies.

On its side, the airline has acknowledged receipt of the American decision.

It recalls that French and foreign passengers can no longer travel to the USA after staying in one of the countries affected by the outbreak within the last 21 days.

To read: Dominican Republic, Maldives: Air France redeploys its aircraft for the next winter

“American citizens or residents affected by this measure are still allowed to enter the United States, but only via certain specific airports.

As with all airlines, Air France is required to comply with the entry conditions imposed by the countries it serves.

Customers affected by these new rules will be informed, and commercial measures have been put in place to allow them to modify their trip without charges“, the national carrier told us.

For now, while the DRC is the source of the outbreak, Uganda has recorded several cases, but all neighboring countries of the giant African nation are now considered at risk.

According to Africa CDC, the African Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the countries that could be affected are: South Sudan, Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania, Ethiopia, the Congo, Burundi, Angola, the Central African Republic, and Zambia.

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Paris Air Forum 2026: An Edition Defined by Industrial and Geopolitical Shifts

July 5, 2026 by Amara Nambinga

Paris Air Forum réunira le 12 juin à la Maison de la Mutualité plus de 1 000 acteurs de l’aéronautique - Photo : Paris Air Forum

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À un peu plus d’une semaine de son ouverture, Paris Air Forum s’apprête à réunir, le vendredi 12 juin à la Maison de la Mutualité, l’ensemble des grands acteurs de l’aéronautique, du spatial et de la défense européens.

Plus de 1 000 visiteurs et 120 intervenants sont attendus pour cette nouvelle édition, organisée dans un contexte géopolitique et industriel marqué par l’accélération des transitions technologiques et la recherche de souveraineté stratégique.

Dans un environnement où la souveraineté technologique s’impose comme une priorité, l’édition 2026 du Paris Air Forum mettra en lumière les grandes transformations à l’œuvre dans les filières aéronautiques, spatiales et de défense.

Intelligence artificielle, transition énergétique, autonomie stratégique : autant de thématiques abordés par les industriels, décideurs publics et experts internationaux.

A Strategic Gathering at the Heart of Sector Changes

Parmi les temps forts annoncés figurent notamment :

les enjeux de l’IA dans la préparation des armées de l’air du futur

la souveraineté à l’épreuve du chaos mondial

une rencontre entre Guillaume Faury et Arthur Mensch

la réindustrialisation européenne et son rôle stratégique

la capacité des industries à rester à la pointe à l’ère du numérique

la montée en cadence des fournisseurs face aux besoins croissants

ou encore l’avenir des programmes de défense après 2027

Conferences, business and innovation on the program

Le Paris Air Forum s’articulera autour de quatre salles de conférences, où leaders industriels et experts croiseront leurs analyses pour décrypter les grandes tendances du secteur.

En parallèle, l’événement proposera un dispositif complet dédié aux échanges professionnels : rendez-vous d’affaires via la plateforme Vimeet, permettant de planifier des rencontres qualifiées en amont, networking, avec des espaces dédiés pour favoriser les échanges tout au long de la journée et espace exposants, consacré aux innovations industrielles et aux solutions concrètes des acteurs du secteur.

L’objectif est de faciliter les connexions entre décideurs, industriels et innovateurs afin de renforcer les coopérations dans un contexte de forte transformation des filières.

Au-delà des innovations technologiques, cette édition 2026 interrogera les grandes équations stratégiques du moment : l’avenir de la réglementation aérienne, la compétitivité européenne face aux puissances mondiales, ou encore la place de l’Europe dans la course spatiale.

La question de la capacité du continent à rester une “ligne de champions” dans le spatial sera notamment au cœur des échanges, dans un contexte de concurrence internationale accrue.

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Air Caraïbes Celebrates 25 Years of Travel With Its Customers

July 5, 2026 by Amara Nambinga

La marque Air Caraïbes célèbre 25 ans de voyages avec ses clients, photo Air Caraïbes

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This year, Air Caraïbes marks its 25 years of existence: a quarter-century of history and growth dedicated to connecting mainland France, the Antilles, French Guiana, and the Caribbean. Since its creation, the airline has achieved a highly symbolic milestone by carrying 30 million passengers, equal to about 30 times the combined population of Guadeloupe, Martinique, Saint Martin, and French Guiana.

This success is, above all, the story of a family-owned entrepreneurial venture. Air Caraïbes arose from the takeover and restructuring of struggling regional Antillean carriers led by Jean-Paul Dubreuil. Today, the group is chaired by his son, Paul-Henri Dubreuil.

The company distinguished itself by becoming the first French carrier to operate the Airbus A350 XWB. It will continue on this momentum starting October 15, becoming the first to operate flights to Saint-Martin Juliana in the A350-900.

In terms of network, the airline currently serves nine destinations from Paris-Orly. It maintains a dense schedule with up to 120 long-haul flights and around 190 regional flights per week. To support this activity, Air Caraïbes relies on a fleet of 13 aircraft (including seven latest-generation Airbus A350 XWB) and the commitment of more than 1,200 employees.

To read: LIAT and Air Caraïbes join forces to strengthen Caribbean connectivity

A major contest to thank travelers

To celebrate this anniversary, Air Caraïbes has launched a major prize draw titled “30 Million Thanks!”. The campaign, which begins this Tuesday, June 2, 2026, will run until June 11, 2026.

Completely free and with no purchase requirement, the contest is accessible directly on the airline’s website.

It is open to residents of Guadeloupe, Martinique, French Guiana, Saint Martin, and mainland France. Up for grabs for participants: 10 round-trip tickets to be won on the airline’s transatlantic network.

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ITA Airways Launches Marseille–Rome Route and Bets on Its International Hub

July 4, 2026 by Amara Nambinga

Les équipes d'ITA Airways, de l'aéroport Marseille - Provence aux côtés de Fabio Monaco, le Consul Général d'Italie et Maxime Tommasini, président de la Chambre de commerce italienne pour la France à Marseille pour l'inauguration du vol Marseille - Rome - Photo CE

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ITA Airways continues its development in France. The Italian carrier inaugurated, on June 1, its new daily link between Marseille and Rome-Fiumicino, reinforcing both the offer to Italy and the possibilities of connections to its international network.

On this occasion, Fabio Monaco, the Consul General of Italy and Maxime Tommasini, president of the Italian Chamber of Commerce for France in Marseille, were present alongside Samy Addou, Country Manager France of ITA Airways, and representatives of Marseille Provence Airport, to celebrate this first flight.

A buffet, cake and goodies awaited the first passengers at boarding. The airline will operate one flight per day during the summer season until 30 September 2026.

“The opening of this link by ITA Airways was close to our hearts. Italy is a historic market to which the Marseillais and the Marseille airport are particularly attached. Since its integration into the Lufthansa Group, ITA Airways had become the only group member still absent from our platform, while we already host Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Swiss, Brussels Airlines and Eurowings. Its arrival thus naturally completes the group’s presence in Marseille.” explains Julien Boullay, Commercial Director of Marseille Provence Airport.

Houston today, Santo Domingo tomorrow

Inauguration par Fabio Monaco, le Consul Général d'Italie et Maxime Tommasini, président de la Chambre de commerce italienne pour la France à Marseille, étaient présents aux côtés de Samy Addou, Country Manager France d'ITA Airways et Julien Boullay directeur commercial de l'aéroport Marseille- Provence - Photo CE

“The major value added by ITA Airways compared to other carriers already serving the Marseille-Rome link lies in its hub-connected connections. Travelers can thus access the entire Italian domestic network, the main European destinations, but also a long-haul network that has been strengthened in recent years. From Rome, it is possible to reach North America, South America, West Africa, Gulf countries, Asia, and even the Indian Ocean.” details Samy Addou.

The executive notes that the company launched the Rome-Houston link on May 1 and will continue expanding its network this winter with the opening of a new service to Santo Domingo, in the Dominican Republic.

The Rome-Houston route will move to five weekly frequencies from June to September. In Asia, ITA Airways will also increase its Rome-Bangkok service to five flights per week during August and operate the Rome-Delhi route on a daily basis.

In addition to Marseille, ITA Airways is also inaugurating two new seasonal routes to Rome-Fiumicino from Malaga and Valencia.

ITA strengthens its route between Nice and Rome

From France, ITA Airways operates in Paris (CDG and Orly) as well as in Nice, where the airline runs the Rome-Fiumicino service at three flights per day. “We will add a fourth flight starting July 1 and we will maintain our network from Paris, whether CDG or Orly, to Rome-Fiumeino and Milan-Linate.” specifies Samy Addou.

This strengthening of the flight schedule comes as the rapprochement between ITA Airways and Lufthansa continues.

Deutsche Lufthansa AG announced in mid-May 2026 its intention to raise its stake in ITA Airways from 41% to 90% as early as next June.

For the Country Manager France, these are good news: “This allows us to move forward, to develop in a number of aspects, whether it is the network with all the brands of the Lufthansa Group or the addition of new codeshare agreements. We have also joined Star Alliance since April 1, 2026, and that gives us access to more than 1,100 lounges worldwide.”

The airline also benefits from the German group’s experience in deploying NDC since May 12. “This support has facilitated the implementation of the project and today enables ITA Airways to position itself on the new standards of air distribution.”

With this new link, ITA Airways strengthens its foothold in the French market. Will there be further openings of routes to come? Samy Addou does not wish to say more at the moment: “For the rest of the development, we will keep you informed in due course.”

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Nick Adams, Trump’s Tourism Ambassador, Responds to Criticism of the United States [ABO]

July 4, 2026 by Amara Nambinga

Nick Adams, le Monsieur Tourisme de Trump ce 2 juin à Paris. Photos C.Hardin

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Here in France, Nick Adams isn’t widely known yet, having been personally appointed by President Trump to the role of American presidential envoy for tourism, with the mission of strengthening the United States’ appeal to international visitors.

Born in Australia where he got involved in politics at a young age, he eventually settled in the United States in 2012 and became an American citizen in 2021.

Very Republican in his public statements, one can read in a document published by the U.S. Department of State, the equivalent of the foreign affairs ministry, that: “For more than ten years, he has appeared as a commentator on television and radio, in the United States and internationally, on topics such as conflict resolution and international relations. His work promoting American exceptionalism has earned him recognition from several governors across the country…”

Nick Adams has set himself the objective of attracting 100 million visitors per year to the United States by 2030, particularly in light of major international events that the country will soon host, such as the FIFA World Cup, the Rugby World Cup and the Olympic Games.

With the observation that in 2025, the United States is the only country among 184 economies to see its tourism revenues decline, and at a time when budgets to promote the country are being slashed, the mission is somewhat challenging.

Yet the man is enthusiastic, jovial, and possesses that sales savvy aimed at bringing in and re-attracting as many visitors as possible to the United States. On the terrace of the Cheval Blanc hotel in Paris, which earned its Palace designation this Tuesday, Nick Adams answered our questions.

99.9 % of tourists traveling to the United States will not have their social media checked

TourMaG – It’s an undeniable fact that in 2025, demand for travel from Europe to the United States has fallen. This results from three factors: a sense that crossing the border is harder, the cost of living in the United States, but also — let’s be honest — a poor image of the American administration and President Trump. One of the leaders of a major French travel association recently stated:

“ We cannot say that Trump is the best ambassador for tourism to the United States. ” What is your response to these three points?

Nick Adams : Regarding the drop in demand, what we generally believe is that many people who had planned to come in 2025 realized that 2026 would be a far more interesting year in America, with the 250th anniversary, Independence Day celebrations, the FIFA World Cup and so many other events.

For us, the good news is that the data we have shows there are nearly 93,000 flights planned between Europe and the United States between June and October this year. That is a 3% increase in the number of flights from June to October 2025, which means there are more than a million additional seats to the United States.

Moreover, the World Travel & Tourism Council has forecast a 2.1% rise in tourism’s contribution to the U.S. GDP and a 12% increase in American jobs in the tourism sector.

Finally, the World Travel & Tourism Council has also forecast a 5% rise in the number of visitors to the United States in 2026. All the data I receive show an upward trend and that people are choosing to return to America.

Now, on the other points, I acknowledge there is this perception among people. However, I am here, in my role, to tell people the truth, the reality.

You spoke about the cost of living. Prices are rising; that is the reality, but it is everywhere, and I sincerely believe that America still offers good value for money.

Second, you mentioned rumors about scrubbing social media profiles of visitors, and I want to clarify this: 99.9% of tourists traveling to the United States will not have their social media checked. That is not true. It was never done. It has never happened.

I checked with the Department of Homeland Security, and they told me that the number of people whose social media have been checked since the start of the Trump administration is no different from the number under the Biden administration, nor under Trump’s first term, nor under Obama.

The figures are identical. Nothing has changed. It’s a false story that was manufactured and spread by people who do not like America, who do not like the president, and who want to damage the American economy and the American tourism industry.

And I’ll add something else for TourMaG readers: if you really want to understand what tourism in the United States is, go talk to your friends, neighbors, colleagues who have returned, and ask them. I guarantee that every person you ask will tell you they had a good time, and that’s all.

About the criticisms of the President: if there is anyone who truly understands the travel and tourism industry, it’s President Trump. Before leading this country, he built hotels, resorts. He is someone who knows what a problem at a hotel reception at 3 a.m. looks like, the issues of a bus trip with tight schedules… He has lived in this industry.

Additionally, your colleagues in the United States—the American travel industry, the Brand USA association—have, for decades, asked many presidents to create an American Minister of Tourism. “Please, create someone who represents us, who can be a spokesperson.”

That has never happened. But who made it happen? Donald Trump. That should give you an indication of why I think he is good for tourism and travel.

As for me, I have loved tourism and travel my entire life. It’s about exploration, discovery, personal growth, gastronomy, learning, meeting people, visiting relatives who live in another country, and reconnecting with friends you met in college.

And then, if you worry about going to a country depending on who is Prime Minister or President, or on government policy, in my view, that isn’t a good idea. The country doesn’t change.

“We are ready for the World Cup”

TourMaG – The World Cup is the major event in the coming weeks. Are you ready?

Nick Adams : Absolutely. Ready to go. We’re looking forward to it and it will be a great success.

There will be 78 matches in the United States that we have planned and prepared for a long time. We will also maintain the highest possible level of security.

TourMaG – Will you host Iran?

Nick Adams : Iran will be based in Mexico. We will welcome people from around the world. We are very, very, very excited and very optimistic about the World Cup results.

Brand USA, a valid partner

TourMaG – A question about “Brand USA.” You work with them. I’ve read that you value their work, yet their budget has been cut. They have gone from $100 million to $20 million. Do you want them to regain their previous budget?

Nick Adams : I am not involved in that and I do not have any power on this matter. What I can say is that they are still very active. They have just launched two very nice campaigns. They are a legitimate partner. I enjoy working with Brand USA.

There are a lot of people in the federal government who work with tourism: the White House, the State Department, the Interior Department, the Department of Transportation, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Commerce, the NTTO (National Travel and Tourism Office). These are all incredible allies.

I couldn’t do the work I do without their support and help. But I think the best news for Brand USA, for the NTTO, hoteliers, airlines and all tourism operators, is that my role has been created.

Air France-KLM and Transavia Offer Free Changes on Summer Tickets

July 4, 2026 by Amara Nambinga

Air France-KLM, Transavia dégainent des billets modifiables sans frais pour l'été - Depositphotos.com

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As the summer season approaches, the Air France-KLM group affirms that its airlines Air France, KLM, and Transavia will be able to transport all of their customers this summer.

Already at the Travel Companies Congress in Disneyland Paris at the start of May, Henri Hourcade, Senior Vice President France of Air France-KLM, stated: “Our summer program will be kept. No flight will be canceled for reasons related to the price of kerosene”.

In a press release published on Tuesday, June 3, 2026, the group indicates it is actively preparing for the peak summer period and wishes to assist travelers who have not yet booked their holidays.

Benjamin Smith, Chief Executive Officer – Air France -KLM, declared: “During this period, our airlines will operate nearly 2,200 flights per day to more than 320 destinations around the world. Our teams are fully mobilized to welcome our customers, who have already travelled massively in May on the occasion of the various long weekends in France and the Netherlands“

This statement comes as “questions about fuel availability have filled the media space”, notes the group. Air France-KLM nonetheless asserts that its airlines have the means to ensure their flight program and transport their passengers during the peak season.

The group also specifies that whatever the purchase date, Air France, KLM and Transavia commit to not seeking any fare adjustments in the event of rising fuel costs for bookings already confirmed and paid.

Air France – KLM, Transavia: Tickets Modifiable at No Charge for the Summer

Afin d’encourager les réservations et d’offrir davantage de souplesse aux voyageurs, Air France, KLM et Transavia lanceront à compter du 3 juin 2026 une campagne promotionnelle sur les voyages au départ de la France.

Dans ce cadre, les clients pourront bénéficier de billets modifiables sans frais, une mesure présentée par le groupe comme un moyen d’apporter davantage de flexibilité dans l’organisation de leurs déplacements estivaux.

Air France-KLM précise ainsi vouloir rassurer les voyageurs et les accompagner dans la préparation de leurs vacances alors que débute la période de forte activité du transport aérien.

Airbus: 22-Hour Nonstop Flight Aircraft Takes Off

July 4, 2026 by Amara Nambinga

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This is a first that bodes well for the future.

After two years of delay, the A350-1000ULR carried out its first flight in Toulouse. The aircraft flew for 3 hours and 43 minutes, reaching an altitude of over 12,496 meters.

The crew consisted entirely of personnel dedicated to test flights.

They conducted general performance checks of the aircraft and tested the new fuel-system architecture. The test campaign is expected to last two months.

A350-1000ULR: a range of 18,520 kilometers

At the end of this period, the aircraft named AIB01LR will be outfitted according to Qantas’ commercial specifications.

For reference, the aircraft was developed for the Australian airline and will feature four cabin classes.

It is expected to enable, in 2027, non-stop flights between Sydney and London, spanning a distance of 18,520 kilometers, and to fly 22 hours without a technical stop.

To read: Ultra long-haul: technical feat or future model for commercial aviation?

“This performance is made possible mainly by integrating, into the aircraft’s structure, an additional aft center tank (RCT), which further enhances the aircraft’s performance and increases its range by 1,000 nautical miles (1,852 kilometers, editor’s note),” explains the manufacturer’s press release.

The delivery of this first aircraft is scheduled for April 2027. The second A350-1000ULR is under assembly and is due to roll out of the paint shop in the coming days.

Qantas has ordered 12 A350-1000ULR as part of the Sunrise project.

Air Tahiti Nui and Air Tahiti Activate Their Codeshare Agreement

July 4, 2026 by Amara Nambinga

Air Tahiti Nui et Air Tahiti activent leur accord de partage de code - Photo : Air Tahiti Nui

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Air Tahiti Nui and Air Tahiti officially activated, on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, their code-sharing agreement signed in December 2025.

This commercial cooperation now allows passengers to book itineraries that combine Air Tahiti Nui’s international flights with certain inter-island connections operated by Air Tahiti under a single ticket.

Concretely, Air Tahiti Nui will now place its code “TN” on several domestic flights operated by Air Tahiti.

The aim is to simplify connections for international travelers wishing to extend their stay beyond Tahiti.

Un partenariat stratégique pour la destination

Thanks to this arrangement, customers departing from Europe, the United States, Japan or New Zealand can book in a single operation their international flight to Tahiti along with the connection to Bora Bora or Rarotonga in the Cook Islands.

International segments are operated aboard Air Tahiti Nui’s Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, while inter-island services are managed by Air Tahiti on ATR 72.

For the two Polynesian carriers, this partnership aims to streamline the travel experience and to strengthen the destination’s appeal.

The agreement also marks a new milestone in the commercial rapprochement between the two carriers, who intend to facilitate access to the major tourist islands of the South Pacific.

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Vietnam Airlines Launches New Route to Phuket

July 3, 2026 by Amara Nambinga

Vietnam Airlines renforce son réseau en Asie du Sud-Est - Depositphoots.com @phuongphoto

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Vietnam Airlines poursuit le développement de son réseau en Asie du Sud-Est avec l’ouverture d’une nouvelle liaison directe entre Hô Chi Minh-Ville et Phuket, annoncée lors du Forum d’affaires Vietnam-Thaïlande, en présence du secrétaire général et président de l’État To Lam.

À partir du 2 juillet 2026, la compagnie opérera cette nouvelle route à raison de quatre vols aller-retour par semaine, les mardis, jeudis, samedis et dimanches, en Airbus A321.

Cette ouverture portera à 67 le nombre total de vols hebdomadaires entre le Vietnam et la Thaïlande.

Cette desserte vise à répondre à la forte demande touristique entre les deux pays et à renforcer les correspondances via Hô Chi Minh-Ville vers le réseau long-courrier de Vietnam Airlines, en Asie, en Australie et en Europe.

Vietnam Airlines signs a series of agreements to strengthen tourism cooperation

In parallel, the carrier has signed multiple cooperation agreements with the Tourism Authority of Thailand, the National Tourism Office, Saigontourist and Airports of Thailand.

These partnerships cover joint tourism promotion, the development of joint products, the organization of edutours, and the improvement of the passenger experience at Thai airports.

To read: Vietnam Airlines reorganizes its operations at Paris-Charles de Gaulle…

For Le Hong Ha, the CEO of Vietnam Airlines, this new link and these agreements “testify to the airline’s long-term commitment to the Thai market” and its aim to strengthen tourist and economic exchanges in the ASEAN region.

Vietnam Airlines also emphasizes the strength of its network between Vietnam and Thailand, with numerous daily services to Bangkok via Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, as well as connections to Phuket.