Businesscafe - Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, marks one of its busiest summers ever, carrying over 14 million passengers with average seat load factors exceeding 80% across its global network between June and August.
Businesscafe - Finnair is improving travel connections in the Arctic region by launching direct flights between Rovaniemi, Finland, and Tromsø, Norway, starting in December.
Businesscafe - Emirates has announced that its codeshare partnership with Air Canada has extended to include flights to and from Montréal, following the launch of services to Québec’s largest city in July.
Businesscafe - Finnair will renew its Finnair Plus loyalty program by introducing Avios as its new loyalty currency in early 2024.
Businesscafe - Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has announced it will operate an additional five-a-week service to London Heathrow starting from 31 October 2023 until 30 March 2024.
Businesscafe - Johann Peries, the first Sri Lankan man, and the second Sri Lankan to summit Mt Everest, set upon the quest of scaling the “Seven Summits” – the highest peaks in each of the seven continents.
He has now climbed five of them, namely, Mt Everest (Asia), Mt Kilimanjaro (Africa), Mt Kosciuszkow (Australia), Mt Aconcagua (South America), and most recently Mt Denali (North America).
He was unable to summit the last two due to adverse weather conditions.
Now, Johann is undertaking the sixth mountain in the series of seven – the highest peak in Europe, Mt Elbrus, in Russia. After this he will attempt Mt McKinley, in Antarctica – in 2024.
Johann leaves for Mt Elbrus on 15th August, attempting to, yet again, take the Sri Lankan flag to the summit.
Commenting on his latest adventure, Johann says,
“When I set off for the seven summits, I knew that the dreams and wishes of the entire country were with me.
I sincerely hope my efforts to tackle the great outdoors will resonate with more and more Sri Lankans and they will be encouraged to step out and try new physical activities to test their endurance and build the tenacity to achieve their dreams.
I am already planning my next expedition with great eagerness.
The pride that I feel in unfurling the national flag on the world’s highest peaks is overwhelming.
I would like to thank all my partners and well-wishers for their support of my latest endeavor.”
Johann’s Seven Summits adventures have been possible by a bevy of partners who came forward to support his endeavor, including Link Natural Products (Plantinum partner); Emirates (Airline partner); Hilton Colombo (Hospitality partner); Petzl (Equipment partner); Kerry Logistics (Sponsor) and GPR (Public Relations partner).
Businesscafe - The Hotel Show in Colombo witnessed a thrilling spectacle as Shan Hussain of Uga Residence emerged victorious and claimed the prestigious Bar Champ 2023 title.
Businesscafe - They say the journey is just as important as the destination and Emirates couldn’t agree more.
Businescafe - Emirates is unveiling its new collection of stylish Bulgari amenity kits for the Autumn/Winter season in First and Business Class.
Businesscafe - Le Grand Galle, the highly distinguished, Belluna Co. Japan-owned luxury hotel, recently hosted an event to celebrate its 5th anniversary.
Businesscafe - After setting new industry benchmarks in Premium Economy travel, Emirates is celebrating a banner first year of full-service operations with the highly popular cabin class.
