The Iran war has slashed transit traffic at Middle Eastern airports, creating opportunities for hubs in Asia and beyond — at least for now.
Category: Cathay Pacific Airways
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Why Your Next Long-Haul Layover May Be in Seoul, Not Dubai
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How Jet Fuel Shortages Could Affect Summer Travel to Europe and Beyond
The New York Times – Business:Facing sky-high fuel costs linked to the war in Iran, airlines are cutting routes and raising prices. European vacations are looking a lot less affordable.
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Tourism Has Rebounded Worldwide. But Not in Hong Kong.
In 2018, Hong Kong received a record 65 million tourists. In 2023, it welcomed a little more than half that.
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Cathay Pacific Struggles With Aftermath of Covid, and China Crackdown
Pandemic lockdowns, on the heels of the turmoil of pro-democracy protests, hurt an airline that relied on Hong Kong as a vibrant gateway to Asia.