New York

Qatar Airways has chosen The New Terminal One at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) as its new home in New York. The carrier will move its operations to the state-of-the-art terminal in 2026 and unveil a premium, 15,000-square-foot Qatar Airways lounge – the airline’s first dedicated lounge in both New York City and the United States.

Qantas will operate daily services on its Sydney–Auckland–New York route for the first time since its launch in June 2023, boosting it from five per week to daily between June and October 2026.

HX Hurtigruten Expeditions has for the first time introduced itineraries from New York to Greenland, including roundtrip flights from Newark Liberty International Airport. The itinerary could be paired by Australian travellers already in the United States.

Cunard’s Queen Anne marked her North American debut as she arrived in New York on her maiden call from Southampton, England last Friday.

Mandarin Oriental, New York has launched an exclusive VIP experience with the Metropolitan Opera, one of the world’s leading arts organisations celebrated for spectacular productions and exceptional talent. The crown jewel of New York City’s Lincoln Center, the Metropolitan Opera offers a repertoire of both classic and contemporary operas, inviting audiences to experience the timeless magic of this art from.

The Surrey, A Corinthia Hotel opened in New York last week, heralding a new design and ultra-luxury experience to one of the most coveted addresses on the Upper East Side.

Four Seasons Hotel New York will soft launch to the public next month after a long-anticipated renovation. The iconic address at 57 East 57th Street will initially reopen with a selection of rooms and suites across multiple categories. Suites are expected to return to inventory in 2025. Brand new one-, two- and three-bedroom extended stay accommodation, some featuring terraces, will come online at a later date.

US carrier JetBlue will debut its first-ever airport lounges, opening at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) Terminal 5 in late 2025 and Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) Terminal C soon after.

The Peninsula New York elevates Fifth Avenue as it unveils the completion of a comprehensive interior design refurbishment, debuting a refresh of 219 guest rooms and suites, alongside public spaces, and select dining venues.

The Surrey, A Corinthia Hotel, in New York’s Upper East Side has launched its booking engine and accepting reservations for stays commencing 1 September 2024.

The Delta One Lounge at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport opened this week, setting a new standard of elevated service.

Travel Associates represented the Australian luxury travel market at the inaugural New York City Tourism + Conventions’ Luxury Business Expo, hosted last week in New York City. As the official and exclusive Australian travel partner of New York City Tourism + Convention, the luxury retail brand was the only Aussie company in attendance