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Ryanair flights removed from OTA websites, airline expects short-term impact on load factors

Ryanair confirmed  a number of online travel agents (OTA), including Booking.com, Kiwi.com and Kayak, removed Ryanair‘s flights from sale on their websites in early Dec-2023. Ryanair stated the removals “may be the result of pressure from Consumer Protection Agencies”, or a response to the recent Irish High Court ruling which granted the LCC a permanent injunction against Flightbox. Ryanair expects the removal of flights from the OTA websites to reduce short term load factors by 1% or 2% in Dec-2023 and Jan-2024, and to soften short term yields. The LCC does not expect the removals will materially affect FY2024 traffic or profit after tax guidance. Ryanair noted it will aim to lower fares “where necessary” to encourage passengers to book directly on its website. 

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Surge in applications for OTOAI membership after Nairobi convention, says Riaz Munshi

Following the annual convention held in Nairobi, OTOAI has received 15-30 new applications for enrollment. The association is also stringent about accepting the applications and is not approving every application that comes in. “We are now working towards capitalizing on the convention,” said Riaz Munshi, President of OTOAI.

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Thailand Cabinet approves tax cut on alcohol and entertainment venues to boost tourism

The cabinet of Thailand has approved a tax cut on alcoholic beverages and entertainment venues aimed at boosting tourism. The taxes on wine will be reduced from 10 percent to 5 percent, while those on spirits will drop from 10 percent to zero. Additionally, the excise tax on entertainment venues will be halved from 10 percent to 5 percent.

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