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account management, says: “We are using technology to signpost travellers to on-the- ground facilities along their journey to maximise their wellbeing, such as airport gyms, lounges and other facilities. “We are also working with partners like


“We’re trying to say that there are opportunities to do something during that time rather than having a burger and a beer”


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Maiden Voyage to focus on the end-to-end wellbeing and safety of women travellers through providing access to their library of e-learning modules, which includes leisure time.” Once wellness technology does become


better integrated into the booking process and trip, travel buyers can then measure its effectiveness, and find out who really wins in the battle between a beer at the bar or gyrating in the gym.


Lounging about A START-UP HAS COME UP WITH A PLAN to offer travellers a better deal when hit by flight delays. Airpod is proposing a private capsule, aimed at people looking for a quiet place to sleep, work or relax, while at the airport. The pods feature seats that convert into a bed, high-speed wifi, flight status information and other elements, such as storage. It is launching a prototype in advance of a commercial trial coming to EU airports later this year.


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