The Daily Brief · Thursday, 29 October 2026
Air Greenland expands with Airbus A320neo as Ilulissat runway opens
Air Greenland is leasing an Airbus A320neo to fly between Ilulissat and Copenhagen, capitalising on the new runway at Ilulissat. Meanwhile, Qatar Airways rethinks plans for a 'private jet' style first class, and Alaska Airlines prepares for challenging eight-hour 737 MAX flights.
Updated 29 Oct, 05:00 GMT · 12 stories from 8 sources
Flights & Airlines
Routes, cabins, airports and airline news.
One Mile at a Time28 Oct, 17:54 GMT
Air Greenland Acquiring Airbus A320neo To Fly Between Ilulissat & Copenhagen
Air Greenland leases Airbus A320neo to operate Ilulissat-Copenhagen route.
Read the full story at One Mile at a Time ↗Business Traveller28 Oct, 15:37 GMT
Eight Hours Over the Pacific in a 737? Alaska Airlines Says Yes
Alaska Airlines launches Anchorage–Tokyo flights with eight-hour 737 journey.
Read the full story at Business Traveller ↗Simple Flying28 Oct, 23:00 GMT
United Airlines’ Longest Nonstop Routes With The Boeing 737 MAX In Winter 2027
United Airlines operates long Boeing 737 MAX routes exceeding 3,000 miles in 2027.
Read the full story at Simple Flying ↗The Points Guy28 Oct, 17:57 GMT
Frontier reports major airfare surge as high jet fuel costs pinch consumers
Frontier Airlines increases airfares due to high fuel costs and Spirit's exit.
Read the full story at The Points Guy ↗One Mile at a Time28 Oct, 13:29 GMT
Qatar Airways’ New “Private Jet” First Class Has Gone From Definite To Maybe
Qatar Airways' new CEO revisits first class design plans with cautious approach.
Read the full story at One Mile at a Time ↗
Travel
Destinations, trends and the business of travel.
The Points Guy28 Oct, 21:15 GMT
Expedia just announced a slew of new travel features — here are the ones worth knowing about
Expedia unveils new features including lounge access and AI searches.
Read the full story at The Points Guy ↗Condé Nast Traveller28 Oct, 17:46 GMT
Copenhagen’s eight-year-long harbour project opens this December with 10 public pools
Copenhagen's harbour project with 10 public pools opens in December.
Read the full story at Condé Nast Traveller ↗TravelDailyNews28 Oct, 22:01 GMT
Spain train collision kills at least 68 after control error
Train collision in Spain kills 68 after signalling system error.
Read the full story at TravelDailyNews ↗Skift28 Oct, 21:00 GMT
Vrbo Launches Reserve Now, Pay Later — With a Twist on Airbnb’s Approach
Vrbo's 'Reserve Now, Pay Later' offers less cancellation flexibility than Airbnb.
Read the full story at Skift ↗
Hotels
Openings, deals and the hospitality industry.
Boutique Hotel News28 Oct, 17:00 GMT
BWH Hotels GB rebrands as WorldHotels GB
BWH Hotels GB rebrands to WorldHotels GB in global strategy shift.
Read the full story at Boutique Hotel News ↗Boutique Hotel News28 Oct, 16:51 GMT
The Social Hub submits plans for £200 million Edinburgh project
The Social Hub plans £200 million Edinburgh hybrid hospitality project.
Read the full story at Boutique Hotel News ↗Condé Nast Traveller28 Oct, 16:05 GMT
12 best family hotels across South Africa that all ages will love
Top family hotels across South Africa suitable for all ages.
Read the full story at Condé Nast Traveller ↗