NEW DELHI: Singapore Airlines today announced the introduction of a pass for Indian customers to enable them avail special fares for flights to US, Australia, New Zealand, Japan and China. Called the 'Asia AirPass' exclusively launched for Indian customers, it would enable travellers from here flying long- haul beyond Singapore to Hong Kong, China, Japan, US, Australia and New Zealand to "avail of special add-on fares between Singapore and destinations within North Asia and South-East Asia for a maximum of four sectors," an airline statement said. These passes would be on sale till March 31 next year and bookings can be made from SIA offices in Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Chennai, Coimbatore, Delhi, Kochi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, Thiruvananthapuram and Visakhapatnam and travel agents. The pass would be valid for both Singapore Airlines and its low-cost subsidiary SilkAir. Apart from special fares, transit passengers could collect a complimentary 40 Changi Dollar Voucher for use at … [Read more...] about Singapore Airlines’ launches special passes for Indian flyers
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Deepika Padukone’s airport style is the new cool
She's not only killed all the competition in the terms of acting, but Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone seems to have completely nailed airport fashion. After stunning us with a number of breathtaking appearances at the airport, the elegant actress hit bull’s eye yet again when she was recently clicked by the photographers looking like a million bucks at the Mumbai airport. Looking comfortable in skinny denims, a white tank top and an All Saints navy blue bomber jacket with floral sleeves, the actress pinned the look with a pair of grey sneakers, dark shades and a Chanel tote bag. Here’s a look at what Deepika wore at the airport. Image Courtesy: Instagram/Twitter … [Read more...] about Deepika Padukone’s airport style is the new cool
Three airport mistakes I made in Turkey
For me, there was the gregarious Airbnb host in Portugal, who was ready with shots of cherry liqueur and chocolate cups when I arrived at 11am. Or the time I was given the rock star treatment at Bangkok airport on a press trip, whizzed straight through a VIP customs queue with my own concierge and into a limo. Even simple gestures on the road have made my day, like bath towels fashioned into elephants, or a free hotel bike. But by all accounts, airport staff in one of the world’s hottest cities failed to get the memo. What’s the opposite of a Turkish delight? Read on. TAXI SCAM EVEN FOOLED THE EXPERT HOW TO SEE ISTANBUL IN 48 HOURS THE $12 YOU’RE THROWING AWAY AT THE AIRPORT Airport mistakes at Turkey’s Sabiha Gocken Airport.Source:istock BEWARE THE TOURIST MISINFORMATION CENTRE Let’s talk Turkey. It stands to reason that an airport counter signposted ‘Tourist Information Centre’ would furnish newcomers like me with not just helpful, … [Read more...] about Three airport mistakes I made in Turkey
Passengers Can Now Get Food Served Near Boarding Gates at Delhi Airport Terminal 3
New Delhi: Passengers flying out from terminal 3 of the Delhi airport can now get food served near their boarding gates, with aerodrome operator DIAL launching a new initiative. Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) has started 'Delhi Airport's FOOD GENIE' service that allows passengers to order through interactive self-ordering kiosks and get food of their choice near their boarding gates. "The food is delivered by delivery personnel on electric scooters at designated pick-up points, for passengers to collect it, in up to 20 minutes. Passengers can enjoy food at the piers while waiting to board the aircraft, or carry the packed food with them into the plane to have a bite during the journey," a release said on Friday. The Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) in the national capital is the country's largest aerodrome. It has three terminals. Get the best of News18 delivered to your inbox - subscribe to News18 Daybreak. Follow News18.com on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, … [Read more...] about Passengers Can Now Get Food Served Near Boarding Gates at Delhi Airport Terminal 3
Passengers can now get food served near boarding gates at Delhi airport terminal 3
New Delhi: Passengers flying out from terminal 3 of the Delhi airport can now get food served near their boarding gates, with aerodrome operator DIAL launching a new initiative. Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) has started 'Delhi Airport's FOOD GENIE' service that allows passengers to order through interactive self-ordering kiosks and get food of their choice near their boarding gates. "The food is delivered by delivery personnel on electric scooters at designated pick-up points, for passengers to collect it, in up to 20 minutes. Passengers can enjoy food at the piers while waiting to board the aircraft, or carry the packed food with them into the plane to have a bite during the journey," a release said on Friday. The Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) in the national capital is the country's largest aerodrome. It has three terminals. … [Read more...] about Passengers can now get food served near boarding gates at Delhi airport terminal 3