Travel Uni News

  • Raffles Hotels & Resorts has announced plans to bring the storied brand to the highly coveted Lake Como region, marking Raffles’ first property in Italy
    at Thu, 03 Apr 2025 12:36:28 +0000
  • Decision takes the number of regional hubs for the world leader in premium ground transportation to four, complementing existing operations in Hong Kong, Shanghai and Singapore
    at Thu, 03 Apr 2025 10:40:42 +0000
  • Icelandair has revealed surprising insights into how travellers feel about increased dependence on AI generated content when it comes to online travel listings, reviews and social posts. The study, conducted among 2,000 UK travellers, explores behaviour, trust and how digital content is impacting booking decisions. Over half (54%) of respondents expressed concerns about AI-generated or fake reviews when researching trips, and 44% noted they have become more wary of travel reviews due to AI and bots than previous years. As such, it’s no surprise that a staggering 67% think any misleading, exaggerated or fake reviews of holiday destinations or hotels were written using AI.
    at Thu, 03 Apr 2025 06:17:42 +0000
  • NaviSavi has become an official partner of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025 that will take place from April 28th to May 1st at the Dubai World Trade Centre. More than 2,600 exhibitors from around the world will participate in the main travel show in the Middle East, with over 47,000 attendees expected.
    at Thu, 03 Apr 2025 06:16:43 +0000
  • Holiday Inn Express & Suites, in partnership with Cycas Hospitality, celebrates the opening of the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sion, marking the debut of the brand in Switzerland. The hotel opening forms part of the region’s largest urban development, Cour de Gare, which will create over 5,700 m2 of retail space, alongside offices, apartments, parking areas and a concert & conference centre.
    at Thu, 03 Apr 2025 06:16:13 +0000
  • Marriott Bonvoy has your ticket to the hottest destination of the year – Beyoncé’s COWBOY CARTER TOUR – with exclusive, curated experiences designed to celebrate the energy and artistry of the global icon. From an epic getaway with your Beyhive to exclusive packages starting at just one Marriott Bonvoy point, the award-winning travel program is taking fans to must-see stops from Los Angeles to Paris to Atlanta – delivering VIP access to Beyoncé’s genre-blending, high-energy tour.
    at Thu, 03 Apr 2025 06:13:54 +0000
  • Mondrian Ibiza returns for its highly anticipated 2025 season, inviting guests to experience its striking design, dynamic social scene, and breathtaking surroundings in Cala Llonga from 27th April. Set against the bay’s lush green hills and crystal-clear waters, Mondrian Ibiza is the go-to retreat for those seeking a sophisticated escape infused with the cultural spirit of the White Isle.
    at Thu, 03 Apr 2025 06:13:35 +0000
  • All-inclusive, eco-friendly, desert hotel, Tierra Atacama, reopens on April 1st 2025 after undergoing a year-long, $20 million renovation. Located just outside the oasis town of San Pedro de Atacama in northern Chile, Tierra Atacama originally opened in January 2008. Built around a centuries-old cattle coral, Tierra Atacama was the first in Tierra Hotels’ collection of boutique luxury sustainably-led lodges located in Chile. It was created by architect Matias González and Miguel Purcell, the founder of Tierra Hotels using traditional adobe walls and rammed earth.
    at Thu, 03 Apr 2025 06:11:26 +0000
  • TAP resumed flights to Porto Alegre, the capital of the state of Rio Grande do Sul, this Tuesday, 1 April. Flight TP117 left Lisbon at 14:20 and arrived at Porto Alegre-Salgado Filho International Airport at 21:45, thus resuming connections to Porto Alegre after the heavy rains of May 2024. TAP will connect Lisbon and Porto Alegre with three flights a week, operated with the modern A330-900 neo aircraft, with capacity for 298 passengers.
    at Thu, 03 Apr 2025 06:10:22 +0000
  • Ibiza, 2025 – CLAP HOUSE Ibiza has announced it will be opening its doors in 2025. This 16,000-square-meter sanctuary, located in the serene Talamanca area, is the first of its kind in Ibiza and the debut European outpost of the award-winning AlphaMind brand. Designed to offer a seamless fusion of luxury, al fresco dining, holistic wellness and fitness, CLAP HOUSE Ibiza promises an unparalleled lifestyle experience on the White Isle.
    at Thu, 03 Apr 2025 06:08:08 +0000
  • Minor Hotels, global hotel owner and operator with more than 560 hotels and resorts in 58 countries located in Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Europe, the Americas, Africa, as well as the Indian Ocean, announces the upcoming debut of the NH Hotels & Resorts brand in Copenhagen, the city where the group already has the five-star hotel NH Collection Copenhagen.
    at Thu, 03 Apr 2025 06:05:12 +0000
  • Google has officially launched its new AI feature, AI Overviews, in nine European countries, which will alter how users enginage with the traditional search engine. This innovation has sparked significant discussion within the digital marketing and tourism sectors, where search engine visibility is crucial for attracting users. Civitatis, the leading platform for carefully selected Spanish-language tours and activities worldwide, has analyzed the impact of AI Overviews on organic traffic and how it could affect company strategies.
    at Thu, 03 Apr 2025 06:02:10 +0000
  • Kyte, a leading technology provider specializing in seamless access to low-cost carrier (LCC) inventory via a modern API, has announced a strategic partnership with PKFARE, an IATA-certified global travel content aggregator and distribution company. This collaboration will enable PKFARE to integrate and distribute LCC content through Kyte’s advanced API, enhancing its travel retailing capabilities.
    at Thu, 03 Apr 2025 05:52:56 +0000
  • Ryanair’s surprise launch of its “Prime” subscription last week isn’t a traditional loyalty program—it’s a paid membership model. For €79 annually (or £79 in the UK), travelers get reserved seats, travel insurance, and monthly fare discounts. But why introduce this now? What’s the strategy behind it? The move signals a shift in the airline’s approach, prioritizing upfront revenue and customer retention over traditional loyalty points. While the details of the program have caught attention, the real significance lies in Ryanair’s push to reshape how budget airlines interact with travelers.
    at Thu, 03 Apr 2025 05:49:07 +0000
  • Eurostar has today pledged its commitment to supporting autistic individuals by officially endorsing and signing the ‘Charter of commitments relating to the inclusion of travellers with autism in the rail environment’
    at Wed, 02 Apr 2025 15:50:58 +0000
  • Payments are seeing continual innovation with compelling new capabilities being developed to improve everything from payments acceptance to FX services and security, many of which are ideally suited to travel
    at Wed, 02 Apr 2025 14:21:48 +0000
  • Internationally acclaimed architecture and interior design studio AW², led by Reda Amalou and Stéphanie Ledoux, has delivered four new eco-conscious cabins for Coucoo Cabanes at their Grands Lacs estate, nestled within a 150-hectare natural setting in Chassey-lès-Montbozon, Bourgogne Franche-Comté.
    at Wed, 02 Apr 2025 11:17:13 +0000
  • The M Collective now represents The Fifth Avenue Hotel in New York City’s NoMad neighbourhood, across the UK and EMEA markets. Having opened its doors in October 2023, the hotel has quickly cemented itself as a new vision of intuitive and imaginative hospitality for domestic and international guests. Our partnership comes at an exciting time, as New York City celebrates Fifth Avenue’s 200th anniversary.
    at Wed, 02 Apr 2025 09:57:12 +0000
  • InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ fast-growing luxury and lifestyle portfolio, proudly introduces InterContinental Presidente Monterrey in alliance with Grupo Presidente. Located in Monterrey’s San Pedro Garza García neighborhood, the hotel is a minimalist retreat that feels worlds apart from its bustling urban surroundings. Designed by Francesc Rifé Studio in Barcelona, InterContinental Presidente Monterrey beautifully juxtaposes its considered, contemporary style, quietly decadent touches, and modern amenities with a stunning mountain backdrop. The hotel’s striking façade has been thoughtfully crafted from metal and mobile wooden panels to protect the property from the sun’s intensity while still inviting in plenty of natural light. Inside, the use of natural materials like wood and stone have been carefully selected to create a refined, relaxing atmosphere.
    at Wed, 02 Apr 2025 06:23:46 +0000
  • Isère has long been at the forefront of sustainable tourism and, thanks to its extensive public transport network, there are myriad ways to access the region’s spectacular landscape without setting foot inside a car. Some of the region’s best car-free hikes include the route along the cliffs of the Petites Roches plateau in the Chartreuse mountains, past lookouts and hang-gliding launch sites. At just under 7km long, it’s an enjoyable half-day hike - or longer if you pack a good picnic, and maybe a small bottle of the famous Chartreuse liqueur.
    at Wed, 02 Apr 2025 06:17:41 +0000
  • Red Roof®, an award-winning leader in the lodging industry, is once again partnering with No Kid Hungry® to help end childhood hunger and offer discounts to travelers through its Room In Your Heart® purpose-driven program. No Kid Hungry is a national campaign run by Share Our Strength, a nonprofit working to solve problems of hunger and poverty in the United States and around the world.
    at Wed, 02 Apr 2025 06:17:25 +0000
  • Marriott International, Inc. today announced plans to double the portfolio of its affordable midscale brand, Four Points Flex by Sheraton, across Europe by the end of 2026. With plans to reach over 50 open properties in the region within the next two years, Four Points Flex by Sheraton currently represents the company’s fastest growing brand in Europe. Marriott launched Four Points Flex by Sheraton in the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region in September 2023, in response to travellers seeking value-driven accommodations without compromising on quality and service. The brand has since grown its portfolio in EMEA to 25 operating hotels and over 2,700 rooms across Denmark, Türkiye, United Kingdom, Italy and Germany, with additional properties in other international regions.
    at Wed, 02 Apr 2025 06:15:14 +0000
  • Holland America Line, a leader in leisurely travel and personalized service, released its 2026-2027 Caribbean season — featuring more voyages nine days and longer than any other cruise line sailing in the region. Nearly every itinerary features a call at RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay, Holland America Line’s award-winning private island in the Bahamas. As part of the 2026-2027 season, guests will be able to enjoy a number of enhancements at the destination, including a new beach club featuring priority tendering, waiter service and exclusive food and beverage offerings. Beach club guests will have private beach access with upgraded beach furniture as well as indoor and outdoor seating with ship views.
    at Wed, 02 Apr 2025 06:15:11 +0000
  • Enveloped by fragrant pines and glistening peaks, One&Only’s first resort and Private Homes in the United States One&Only Moonlight Basin in Big Sky, Montana, is set to welcome guests from 18 November 2025 and is now accepting reservations. Offering guests a sneak peek into the resort’s future offering, the ultra-luxury brand’s first alpine resort unveiled its brand-new ski lodge, One&Only Sky Lodge, on 20 December 2024. Guarded by evergreen forests and snow-drenched peaks, One&Only Moonlight Basin is a place always in season. Located in the untamed wilderness of Montana and surrounded by vast and treasured mountain ranges, the resort is a short drive from Yellowstone National Park. The Moonlight Basin property spans over 8,000 acres and the One&Only resort is situated inside the community on 240 acres.
    at Wed, 02 Apr 2025 06:14:02 +0000
  • easyJet and easyJet holidays have celebrated the launch of their first flights and package holidays from London Gatwick to the beautiful island of Sal in Cape Verde. easyJet’s first ever sub-Saharan service took off this morning for the first time and will operate every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday throughout the year, with package holidays available to a range of hotels.
    at Wed, 02 Apr 2025 06:06:29 +0000
  • Tirol’s summer 2025 is packed with adventure, whether on foot, wheels, ropes, or rock. From high octane mountain biking and climbing routes to interactive themed trails and family friendly attractions, Tirol’s summer of 2025 is set to be more exciting than ever. If it’s chasing an adrenaline rush or a laid-back escape in the heart of the Alps, the region’s newest experiences promise a perfect blend of action and relaxation all with the breathtaking Tirolean mountains as a constant backdrop. Here’s a roundup of the most exciting new developments and exclusive offers for the season ahead.
    at Wed, 02 Apr 2025 05:59:54 +0000
  • Luxury train, Canyon Spirit, is expanding its Rockies to the Red Rocks route to include Salt Lake City, Utah, in 2026. This new train route will connect Denver, Colorado with Salt Lake City over three scenic travel days. Canyon Spirit is a new name for the luxury train that welcomes travellers to experience the American Southwest by rail. The train has been operating under the Rocky Mountaineer brand since 2021, and this new identity reflects the company’s commitment to providing unforgettable train journeys through the American Southwest’s most compelling landscapes that include rugged-river canyons, red-rock formations, and the Colorado River.
    at Wed, 02 Apr 2025 05:57:13 +0000
  • Pioneering small-ship expedition cruise company Heritage Expeditions has released its new Cherry Blossoms of Japan Cruise due to overwhelming interest from guests. The family-owned and operated cruise company’s Commercial Director and Expedition Leader Aaron Russ said the new voyage was the result of increased guest interest and had been carefully curated to celebrate Japan’s iconic Sakura/Cherry Blossom Season and Hanami Parties.
    at Wed, 02 Apr 2025 05:53:31 +0000
  • Boeing and BOC Aviation have announced a new, firm order for 50 737-8 jets, expanding the lessor’s 737 MAX portfolio to 215 737-8s and 737-9s. BOC Aviation will increase its Boeing order book to 139 unfilled orders. BOC Aviation currently has 69 737 MAX airplanes on operating leases to more than 15 airlines worldwide.
    at Wed, 02 Apr 2025 05:52:58 +0000
  • Opula sets a new benchmark for living standards through its creative design and thoughtful layouts. Opula offers a carefully curated living experience, blending sophistication and practicality. With 192 apartments, including 3 exclusive penthouses and 5 elegant townhouses, the project provides a variety of options tailored to different lifestyles.
    at Tue, 01 Apr 2025 18:12:54 +0000
  • Air Canada, Canada’s largest airline and flag carrier, is gearing up for take-off with its bumper summer schedule, including a new route between Porto and Montréal. The global airline is set to touchdown in Portugal’s second city, Porto, for the first time on 5 June 2025, before departing for its home hub, Montréal, later that same day.
    at Tue, 01 Apr 2025 16:02:11 +0000
  • World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards has announced a strategic partnership with Future Hospitality Summit World (FHS World) to highlight the individuals and organisations driving the change towards a net-positive tourism and hospitality future. As part of the agreement, the 2nd annual World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards Gala Ceremony will take place in Dubai on 29 October, coinciding with the final day of FHS World 2025. Sustainable tourism leaders will gather for the VIP event at Terra, Expo City Dubai for the unveiling of the 2025 winners.
    at Tue, 01 Apr 2025 08:19:49 +0000
  • Qatar Airways Group and Virgin Australia have received final go-ahead from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) for the airlines’ integrated alliance. This final determination officially signals the green light for Virgin Australia’s new 28 weekly flights between Australia and Doha – operated under a wet-lease with Qatar Airways – to proceed.
    at Tue, 01 Apr 2025 07:19:07 +0000
  • United have announced the FAA has approved its first Starlink-equipped aircraft type and that the first commercial flight is planned for May, less than eight months after the deal was first announced.
    at Tue, 01 Apr 2025 07:10:31 +0000
  • The PGA of America and Airshare announced today a new multi-year partnership: Airshare will be the “Official Private Aviation Provider” of the PGA of America and the Ryder Cup in 2025 and 2029, as well as the PGA Championship and PGA National Club Championship through 2029. As part of the partnership, Airshare is also joining forces with the Southern California, South Florida, Metropolitan (New York) and Southwest PGA Sections in an effort to help promote golf in local communities.
    at Tue, 01 Apr 2025 06:45:57 +0000
  • London Luton Airport (LLA) continues to lead the way in the adoption of quieter, more fuel-efficient “next-generation” aircraft, with the highest proportion of passenger flights operated using these advanced models than any other major European airport. Data from aviation intelligence specialist RDC Aviation shows that between March 2024 and February 2025, almost half (47.8%) of commercial passenger flights departing from LLA were operated using Airbus neo or Boeing Max variants, which reduce emissions by up to 20% and have a reduced noise footprint.
    at Tue, 01 Apr 2025 06:41:02 +0000
  • Radisson Hotel Group proudly expands its presence in Armenia with the opening of Radisson Hotel & Spa Gyumri, marking the debut of the Radisson brand in the country. Located in Gyumri, Armenia’s second-largest city and a renowned cultural hub, the hotel brings Radisson’s signature Scandinavian-inspired hospitality to the heart of this historic destination. Situated adjacent to the city’s main square, Radisson Hotel & Spa Gyumri offers 64 elegantly designed rooms, reflecting the brand’s signature aesthetic — bright, functional, and inviting spaces that create a perfectly balanced environment for a seamless stay.
    at Tue, 01 Apr 2025 06:38:25 +0000
  • Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Princes Gates Hotel Limited Partnership are proud to announce Hotel X Toronto will join the Destination by Hyatt brand, marking the brand’s entrance into Canada. This milestone entrance into Hyatt’s Classics portfolio marks an exciting evolution for the hotel, further strengthening its identity as Toronto’s premier urban resort. In the last 10 years, Hyatt has quintupled its brand presence in Canada, demonstrating its commitment to the region.
    at Tue, 01 Apr 2025 06:35:54 +0000
  • SAS announces the expansion of its partnership with Delta Air Lines, offering a wide range of new trans-Atlantic options and ensuring a more convenient travel experience between Scandinavia and North America. Starting April 2nd, 2025, customers will benefit from an expanded codeshare between SkyTeam partners SAS and Delta. The agreement will present a broader range of destinations and increased frequencies, providing a more streamlined and convenient journey.
    at Tue, 01 Apr 2025 06:33:58 +0000
  • Cathay and Zurich Insurance (Hong Kong) (“Zurich”) are excited to announce a new strategic partnership that aims to elevate the lifestyle of Cathay members. ​ ​ This collaboration, “Cathay x Zurich partnership - Protect daily lives, Earn Miles” will provide a diverse selection of general insurance solutions alongside a seamless customer journey. The new offerings are designed to safeguard every facet of Cathay members’ lives while enabling them to earn Asia Miles.
    at Tue, 01 Apr 2025 06:29:25 +0000
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