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Surinam Airways is topping up Paramaribo-Amsterdam

The airline Surinam Airways is increasing its flight offering on the connection between Paramaribo and Amsterdam. Between July 1, 2023 and August 26, 2023, a fourth weekly flight will round off the flight program. Surinam Airways is increasing its flight offering on the Paramaribo - Amsterdam route, specifically a fourth weekly flight will round off the flight program on this route.

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United Airlines connects Washington with Berlin

The US carrier United Airlines has started flights on the Washington and Berlin route. No airline can boast such a high flight frequency between this route as the US airline. United Airlines has started flights between Washington and Berlin Brandenburg since May 26. The airline is the airline with the most interactions between the two capitals, and no other airline offers flights between these two cities as often as United Airlines. The route is to be offered until October 28, 2023, as the Austrian Wings portal reports.

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Global Airlines buys first Airbus A380

The British start-up airline Global Airlines was recently able to announce the purchase of an Airbus A380. The first transatlantic flights are scheduled for spring 2024. Global Airlines, a British start-up carrier, has now announced the purchase of an Airbus A380 aircraft. The aircraft in question previously belonged to Doric Aviation, but the airline can now call this A380 its own. The start-up's first transatlantic flights are scheduled for spring 2024.

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Schauinsland-Reisen takes over Sundair and FlyAir41 by majority

The German tour operator Schauinsland-Reisen is taking over the majority of the holiday airline Sundair and its Croatian sister airline FlyAir41. The company wants to establish itself "even more firmly in the market in the future" with both brands. Schauinsland-Reisen already had a stake in Sundair. From the company's founding until the filing of the protective shield procedure, which was completed in the wake of the corona pandemic, it held 49 percent. The carrier was then fully owned by managing director Marcos Rossello. Later, the Croatian sister company FlyAir41, which mainly flies for Sundair on a wet lease basis, was also founded. Schauinsland-Reisen has now announced that it has taken over the majority of both airlines. Managing director Gerald Kassner explains: "By joining Sundair and the Croatian sister airline FlyAir41, we can secure even more capacity in the market, react quickly to current developments at any time and use synergy effects in joint flight planning," explains Gerald Kassner. "In addition, this will give us the opportunity to serve niche markets more effectively in the future if necessary." It also states that existing tour operator contracts and Sundair scheduled flights will be continued on their own account. It is emphasized that the employees of both carriers would benefit, because according to their own statements, Schauinsland-Reisen, as the majority shareholder, would ensure security and continuity. The tour operator also writes that "as the majority shareholder, they fully support Marcos Rossello and his team." The two airlines jointly operate nine Airbus A320 aircraft. "This will enable us to operate even more independently on the market and we are looking forward to our shared future," says Schauinsland boss Kassner.

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ÖAMTC takes a close look at e-mountain bikes

The trend towards electric bikes is unbroken - and does not stop at off-road mountain bikes either. The ÖAMTC and its partner organizations have therefore tested eight current models. With consistently satisfactory results, as ÖAMTC technician Steffan Kerbl explains: "Six of the bikes were rated 'good', two 'satisfactory'. However, the differences have little to do with the driving characteristics, but are more due to nuances in the design and the electric drive." Only full-suspension e-mountain bikes that were available for less than 2022 euros at the time of the test purchases (in November 5.000) were examined. The most important findings from the ÖAMTC test The test winner is an all-rounder and comes from Cube: The Stereo Hybrid impresses with very good brakes, a variety of useful displays and a seating position that makes it comfortable to ride even on flat roads. Points of criticism: The limited handlebar angle and the battery removal, which is relatively complicated. The other five bikes rated "good" are also recommended and have different strengths and weaknesses. Two bikes were rated "satisfactory": The Scott Strike eRide 940 does have pleasant ergonomics and a responsive motor. "Unfortunately, the seat post is not easy to operate and the battery capacity is relatively limited at just 500 Wh," explains Kerbl. A problem that is certainly relevant to safety, but which other models in the test also have: the installation of brake levers that require two fingers to operate. Kerbl: "When going downhill, it is essential that you can hold the handlebars as firmly as possible, even when braking." Also only "satisfactory": The Canyon Neuron:On 8, which impresses with its agile handling and

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Eurowings operates farewell flight for BER Terminal 5

On behalf of the tour operator Niki Aviation & Holidays, the airline Eurowings will operate a sightseeing flight from "Berlin-Schönefeld" on September 2, 2023. The background is that the building last known as Terminal 5 is being officially bid farewell. The terminal, which dates back to GDR times, was initially part of Berlin-Schönefeld Airport and then part of the new BER for a few weeks as Terminal 5. However, it was quickly taken off the network because demand was very low due to the corona pandemic. It was recently decided that it would never operate as a network again. On September 2, 2023, Eurowings will operate a kind of farewell flight for the old Schönefeld terminal on behalf of Niki Aviation & Holidays. This is scheduled to take off at 17:50 p.m. local time. Tickets are available directly from the provider from 199 euros.

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Familypark celebrates 55 years of existence

Austria's largest amusement park is turning 55 and the popular Rattenmühle roller coaster is turning 10. This double anniversary will be celebrated with a big festival from June 8th to 11th, 2023. Visitors can expect a colorful entertainment program over four days with daily changing highlights such as the Dog Dance Show with Lukas & Falco, known from "Das Supertalent", and the entertaining OKIDOKI Party with Christoph Hirschler. Rolf Rüdiger, the popular rat from the ORF children's program, will honor the Rattenmühle and, together with presenter Robert Steiner, will delight guests both big and small. In addition, there will be a big mascot meet-up, where childhood idols such as Maya the Bee & Willi, Heidi, Vicky the Viking, the ABC Bear and Kurt the Cat can be found as a walking act in the park. Park mascots Filippo and Greta, the rat from the Rattenmühle, are of course out and about in the park every day. Funny stilt walkers, face painting, caricature artists and a craft station ensure even more fun and variety. On Saturday, June 10th, you can also book the "Eat & Meet", a three-course dinner in Filippo's Restaurant. Here you can meet Filippo and his friends again in an exclusive way. Hannes Koch, two-time vice national champion in close-up magic, will provide additional entertainment. A special treat so that visitors have even more time to enjoy the varied program: the park is open an hour longer, from 10 a.m. to 19 p.m.! 55 years of Familypark & ​​10 years of Rattenmühle On the occasion of the double anniversary, a brief look back at the development of the park: The park was opened in 1968 by stonemason Erwin Müller at its current location as a small fairytale forest. The

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Air Astana converts Frankfurt-Astana to Boeing 767-300ER

The Kazakh airline Air Astana is increasing the daily flight connection between Astana and Frankfurt am Main. In future, the airline will be flying with Boeing 321-767ER widebodies instead of the Airbus A300neo. This means that 57 more passengers can be transported per flight and an improved business class product can be offered. "Our flights from Frankfurt to Astana are traditionally very busy in the summer months, which is why we are very pleased that we can now transport almost 400 additional passengers per week from Frankfurt thanks to the use of a larger aircraft on this route," says Susith Hettihewa, Senior Regional Manager EU Central & East, Turkey at Air Astana. "Many business travelers and tourists use this connection to transfer from Astana or our second hub in Almaty to numerous destinations in Kazakhstan and Central Asia. In addition, in summer there are many passengers who want to visit their friends and relatives in the region."

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Travel barometer: 78 percent of Austrians are planning summer vacations

For the 22nd time, Europ Assistance is publishing the Holiday Barometer, an international study that examines holiday behavior, travel plans and trends. Between March 20 and April 7, 2022, 15.000 consumers from 15 countries on three continents were surveyed. "Austrians' desire to travel is unbroken. They are even more keen on vacation this summer and are planning to spend more money on it," explains Wolfgang Lackner, CEO of European Travel Insurance. 78 percent of Austrians plan to go on summer vacation this year After three years of pandemic, it is not surprising that the desire to travel remains high. The number of travelers in Austria is at a very high level at 78 percent and is above the European average (75%). The joy of vacation is also particularly high here in the country: 45 percent are really looking forward to their vacation, which is 3 percentage points more than last year. The most popular holiday destination is Italy, with holidays in Austria in second place Austrians prefer to go to Italy (2%), Austria (29%) and Croatia (27%). Almost a third go on holiday in Austria. In comparison, 17 percent of French and 60 percent of Italians plan to spend their holidays in their own country. The choice of holiday destination is largely influenced by budget (59%), climatic conditions (53%) and the range of leisure activities on offer locally (47%). Travel budget increased: 45 euros are spent on average on summer holidays The increased anticipation of holidays is also noticeable in the planned holiday budget. While Austrians were still planning to spend an average of 2.360 euros on their holidays in 2022, this figure has fallen by 2.162 percent this year.

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Excursion tip: Arctic wolf puppies in the Herberstein animal world

The Herberstein wolf pack is growing: five polar wolves were born a month ago and have recently been on display for visitors. The alpha pair, Bjelle and Herbert, are a guarantee of offspring. After four wolves were born last year, five babies were born this year. The quintet spent the first few weeks in the den, and are now exploring their surroundings. The polar wolf is one of five North American subspecies of the gray wolf. Its home is the Canadian Arctic islands and Greenland. The initially brown-gray fur turns beige over the course of the first year of life. It is not until adulthood that they show their snow-white fur. Animal lovers can experience the extended family up close at the commented feeding, which takes place on Sundays at 14 p.m. The baby boom is also visible in other enclosures: with bison Diana, kangaroo Jumpy and a kindergarten of goat kids in the petting zoo, many other young animals can be admired. To date, a whopping 41 baby animals have been born this year.

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