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India's largest airline has announced plans to team up with IBM to develop a ten-year improvement plan. Jet Airways is hoping that the $62 million (£39.6 million) agreement will lead to a better customer experience for those taking flights to India with the carrier.

Before catching flights to India, travellers are being advised to do a little research into the country's culture. Ayal Mesher, writing for Startbackpacking.com, explained that it is not necessary to speak Hindu, especially as there are over 20 national languages anyway

Air New Zealand (Air NZ) has reported growth in passenger numbers during the month of August. Figures show that there has been an increase in both domestic and international seat sales compared to the same period in 2009.

For those taking flights to Thailand, the first stop could be the Chatuchak Market, which has an amazing array of everything silk including scarves, bags and shawls. The market has over 8,000 stalls and up to 200,000 shoppers can descend on the site at the weekend.

The Talise Spa will provide a complete health and wellbeing package delivered by conventional and alternative medical practitioners for those staying at the luxury hotel.

Qantas has announced plans to increase the number of flights from Sydney to Johannesburg. Alan Joyce, Qantas chief executive office, confirmed the carrier will now offer an additional flight to meet the growing demand from travellers.

Anyone taking a flight to Brisbane for the first match could be tempted to download the Go Ashes app, which provides a whole wealth of information on the series and the test match locations.

The airline has teamed up with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) to create the Carbon Offset Programme that could help travellers and the company to reduce the environmental impact of their flights.

Jet Airways has been recognised in the latest Air Passenger Association of India (APAI) awards. The carrier picked up a number of awards at a special industry seminar held last week.

The Indian city of Jodhpur could be an ideal destination for those looking to discover the country. According to the Telegraph, the popular tourist destination is best visited between September and April as temperatures are at their most pleasant.

New research shows many tourists' impressions of South Africa were boosted by the recent World Cup. According to the Democratic Alliance, the estimated 383,000 people who travelled to the country for the football event left with positive perceptions.

The Isaan region of Thailand could offer an alternative view of the country, claims a travel writer. Chris Coplans, writing in the Guardian, believes that Isaan is ideal for holidaymakers who are looking to discover the more sleepy and non-tourist attractions.

There has been a surge in tourists opting to visit Dubai, according to new figures. Data from the Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) has revealed a nine per cent increase in visitor numbers in the first six months of 2010 compared to the same period last year.

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Opting to learn the local language while on a break could give holidaymakers a better taste of their destination. Tamzin Caffrey, head of marketing, press and publishing at CILT, The National Centre for Languages.

The approaching Commonwealth Games are this year being held in Delhi, and sports fans from across the Commonwealth nations could be among those looking for late deals on flights to India so they can be there in person to support their favourite athletes on the world stage.

Air India Express (AIE), a company offering cheap flights to India, will be spun off from parent organisation Air India as part of a drive to push down costs, it has been claimed.

Those who have taken cheap flights to Brisbane could find a fashion bargain from some of the newest names on the scene while staying in the city.

Those taking flights to India could take part in conservation efforts to protect the wild tiger. A total of 42 key sites for the tigers have been revealed in a new study examining ways to protect the species - and the majority of these are in India.

Dubai's International Jewellery Week is set to begin on October 7th and those taking cheap flights to Dubai may be wise to prepare for the event.