At Orbit World Travel, we strive to stay up to date with the latest news from airlines and airports around the world. View a small section of the latest updates below.
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Qantas announced today some changes to the way they offer their fares and other value added products and services to the travelling public.
Their announcement refers to the New Distribution Capability (NDC) which Orbit has historically referred to, and many airlines have now adopted as a way to display fares, personalise trips and deliver value added offers. As a valued partner to the Qantas network, Orbit can reassure you that we have access to all the new fare and product options that are available via Qantas’ NDC network.Your Orbit consultant will outline any implications for you at the time of booking in the normal way.
For more information about Qantas’ NDC offering and related content, please go through to your Orbit Consultant or Account Manager for details.
Air New Zealand has entered a new partnership with Woolworth’s Everyday Rewards, marking the occasion by handing out free groceries last week to passengers at domestic airports. Air New Zealand also made an equal-value donation to a local food bank in every region for every bag given away. The new partnership launches 02nd December, when Airpoints members will be able to convert their Everyday Rewards points into Airpoints Dollars, with 2000 Everyday Rewards points equating to 15 Airpoints Dollars.
Hawaiian Airlines’ nonstop Auckland to Honolulu service has returned and will operate through 30th April 2025. The route is operated by HA’s 278-seat Airbus A330 aircraft featuring 18 premium cabin lie-flat leather seats, 68 extra comfort seats and 192 main cabin seats. Complimentary high-speed Starlink wifi is now available across HA’s entire Airbus fleet. Flight HA446 departs AKL on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 11:30pm, flying Hawaiian Airlines resumes seasonal service overnight and arriving in HNL at 9:15am on the same day.
Jetstar customers can now enjoy contactless (Tap & Go) payments for onboard purchases. With Mastercard acceptance, passengers can pay for items using digital wallet cards on their smartphones, smartwatches, or simply by tapping their physical cards, offering a seamless and convenient payment experience.
Avis Budget Group has recently relocated all vehicle collections and drop-offs from their Petone – Lower Hutt location to their Wellington City branch at 186 Victoria Street, Te Aro, Wellington City, 6011. This change took effect on 01st November 2024. The team has proactively reached out to customers with existing bookings to ensure minimal disruption. For inquiries, customers can contact the Wellington City location at we************@*bg.com.
Auckland Airport has opened the upper-level parking floors in the new Transport Hub, marking the completion of two years’ work to create a modern, covered parking experience right at the doorstep of the International Terminal. This new facility offers over 2,000 covered car parks and aims to provide the closest and most convenient parking options for travellers and visitors. For those meeting or farewelling someone, the Transport Hub features a P60 car park on the ground floor, ideal for short stays to assist or greet loved ones, and a P180 car park on the first floor for longer visits. Both short-stay options are available on a drive-up basis. Travelers heading away for a longer trip can take advantage of Premium parking on levels 2 through 4, which is perfect for stays of 5-7 days and offers savings up to 35% when booked in advance online. The Transport Hub operates with the latest license plate recognition technology for easy access and exit, with multiple payment options including online booking, on-site pay stations, and mobile payments via QR code. With these enhancements, Auckland Airport invites travellers to experience the convenience of the new Transport Hub.
