Written on 21st June 2024

APAC Travel Headlines - June 21, 2024

 

Qantas Cheers 'Go Australia' Across the Sky to Australian Olympians and Paralympians

Qantas is throwing its support behind the Australian Olympic and Paralympic Teams by unveiling a special 'GO AUSTRALIA' message on either side of one of its Boeing 787 Dreamliners. The specially created graphic showcases Australia pride on an international stage and captures the essence of the iconic green and gold Aussie spirit.

Soho House to Open Its First House in Japan

Soho House, the global membership club for creative people, has announced plans to open its first house in Japan in 2026 in the Aoyama District—and provide a space for members who are connected to or work in creative industries to eat, drink and meet other creatives. It will become the fourth Soho House in Asia, following locations in Mumbai, Hong Kong and Bangkok, opening in the past six years. 

Brisbane Airport to Welcome Australia's First Escape Lounge

Brisbane Airport has announced plans for the first Escape lounge outside of the UK and US. The Escape brand is operated by CAVU, a subsidiary of Manchester Airports Group, and currently has a portfolio of around 20 lounges in locations including East Midlands, Fort Lauderdale, London Stansted, Manchester and Minneapolis-St. Paul airports. 

Qantas Adelaide Lounge Precinct Redevelopment Ready for Take Off

Qantas customers travelling through Adelaide are set to receive an upgrade to their airport experience with construction of a new lounge precinct set to commence this month. The development includes a brand-new Domestic Business Lounge which takes inspiration from Kangaroo Island's Flinders Chase National Park—and a full refurbishment of the current Qantas Club and Chairmans Lounge. The first stage of construction includes the fit out of the Qantas Club, which is expected to open in mid-November.

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