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TUI River Cruises, TUI UK’s river cruise line, is expanding its menu onboard its European fleet of ships in 2025 with new unique creations made by the talented chefs and bar staff onboard. The river cruise line will be offering three new additions on the menu for sailings in summer 2025.
Developed as part of TUI River Cruises’ ‘Culinary Voyages’ competition, where the talented food and beverage team showcased creations inspired by the destinations, they’ve explored during their river cruising journeys, the new recipes, will be featured on TUI River Cruises’ menus fleetwide.
at Fri, 27 Dec 2024 07:18:50 +0000
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The sculptural arts are one of the gems of the ancient Greek and Roman civilizations. Residents in North China’s Shanxi province will have an opportunity to glimpse the essence of these cultural assets as an ancient sculpture arts exhibition will kick off at the beginning of the new year at Shanxi Museum in Taiyuan, the provincial capital.
at Fri, 27 Dec 2024 07:15:52 +0000
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Everything is bigger in Texas and that’s definitely true of its live music scene, including Lubbock, renowned as the birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll legend Buddy Holly. The city continues to be a fertile ground for musical innovation and its deep-rooted musical heritage has paved the way for a dynamic contemporary scene, where new bands and venues are flourishing.
at Fri, 27 Dec 2024 07:13:05 +0000
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The construction of the Hotel of Ice, in the heart of Transylvania has finished, and its doors have now opened for guests and visitors, as scheduled, on Christmas Day 2024.
at Fri, 27 Dec 2024 07:11:14 +0000
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Air Canada, the national carrier of Canada, has signed a firm order with Airbus for five more latest generation single-aisle A220-300s on the fifth anniversary since taking delivery of its first A220 in December 2019. This follows an initial order in 2016 for 45 A220-300s and a reorder in 2022 for 15 more. Including this latest reorder, Air Canada’s total firm orders for the A220-300 stands at 65 aircraft.
at Thu, 26 Dec 2024 07:49:16 +0000
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The Lufthansa Group is purchasing additional Airbus long-haul aircraft, increasing its firm orders for A350-1000 aircraft from ten to 15. The state-of-the-art aircraft of this order will be delivered between 2028 and 2031. The total value of the order is around two billion US dollars at list price. With a total of 60 A350-900s and 15 A350-1000s, the Lufthansa Group is one of the largest A350 customers worldwide.
at Thu, 26 Dec 2024 07:44:27 +0000
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China Airlines, the Taiwan based carrier, announced plans to order ten Airbus A350-1000 passenger aircraft, ten Boeing 777-9 passenger aircraft, and four 777-8F freighters. The new fleet is expected to begin deliveries in 2029 and will be used for long-haul passenger and cargo routes to North America and Europe. China Airlines is actively optimizing its fleet size to deliver robust services for the global passenger and cargo markets.
In November 2023, China Airlines began a comprehensive assessment on the transition of passenger and cargo fleet capacities and the demands of network development. A team of leading international and aviation consultants was also retained in February 2024 to study the safety, technology, and cost-benefit of each aircraft. Multiple rounds of talks and price negotiations were conducted with the manufacturers before the new aircraft introduction plan was finalized.
at Thu, 26 Dec 2024 07:41:32 +0000
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Qatar Airways is adding a festive touch to its ground-breaking AI-powered ‘Qatar Airways Adventure’ campaign. In a global-first for airline marketing, this immersive experience now offers holiday-centric moments, including an elf, snowman, gingerbread, and cheerful characters, inviting participants to star in their personalised holiday-themed Qatar Airways film.
at Thu, 26 Dec 2024 07:38:14 +0000
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Pegasus Airlines has signed a new order agreement with Boeing for 200 aircraft to further strengthen its fleet in line with its growth targets. The aircraft deliveries from the new order are scheduled to join the Pegasus fleet starting from 2028. This marks the largest order ever placed in the airline’s history.
at Thu, 26 Dec 2024 07:35:21 +0000
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Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort, a premier beach destination in Vietnam, invites international visitors to experience an unforgettable vacation this holiday season. Located just a 2-hour drive from Ho Chi Minh City, this resort blends Mediterranean sophistication with Vietnamese elegance.
at Thu, 26 Dec 2024 07:33:17 +0000
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The World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards (WSTHA) have introduced an exclusive Special Edition supplement, now available in Issue 142 of Best in Travel Magazine. This timely publication, aptly titled “Best in Sustainability,” celebrates exceptional achievements and innovations in sustainable travel and hospitality, offering readers an in-depth look at the future of eco-conscious tourism.
at Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:19:54 +0000
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The World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards (WSTHA) have introduced an exclusive Special Edition supplement, now available in Issue 142 of Best in Travel Magazine. This timely publication, aptly titled “Best in Sustainability,” celebrates exceptional achievements and innovations in sustainable travel and hospitality, offering readers an in-depth look at the future of eco-conscious tourism.
at Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:19:39 +0000
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As the holiday season wraps us in its warm embrace, we want to take a moment to extend our heartfelt greetings to each and every one of you. Whether you’re reading this on our website, following us on social media, or tuning in through any of our other media channels, your presence and support mean the world to us.
at Tue, 24 Dec 2024 08:37:53 +0000
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As the holiday season wraps us in its warm embrace, we want to take a moment to extend our heartfelt greetings to each and every one of you. Whether you’re reading this on our website, following us on social media, or tuning in through any of our other media channels, your presence and support mean the world to us.
at Tue, 24 Dec 2024 08:37:08 +0000
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As the holiday season wraps us in its warm embrace, we want to take a moment to extend our heartfelt greetings to each and every one of you. Whether you’re reading this on our website, following us on social media, or tuning in through any of our other media channels, your presence and support mean the world to us.
at Tue, 24 Dec 2024 08:37:05 +0000
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British Airways and British Airways Holidays have marked the launch of their January sale by shining the spotlight on 20 destinations for 2025.
The sale is now live and running until 28 January 2025, offering customers the chance to plan their 2025 travels and check off their bucket-list destinations.
at Tue, 24 Dec 2024 08:34:30 +0000
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Radisson Hotel Group proudly announces the opening of Radisson Blu Hotel, Conakry, a landmark addition to Guinea’s vibrant capital. Located in the bustling Kipé neighborhood, this contemporary beachfront property combines modern elegance with breathtaking ocean views, offering an unparalleled experience for business and leisure travelers alike.
at Tue, 24 Dec 2024 08:32:22 +0000
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The Luxury Collection today announced the opening of Bab Samhan, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Diriyah situated in the heart of the capital’s historic district. Referred to as the birthplace of the Kingdom, where the First Saudi State was established in 1727, Diriyah is reminiscent of centuries gone yet mindfully evolved to capture the timeless essence of the past.
at Tue, 24 Dec 2024 08:29:21 +0000
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Hyatt Hotels Corporation (the “Company” or “Hyatt”) today disclosed it has executed an exclusivity agreement with Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V. (“Playa”) under which Playa has agreed to negotiate exclusively with Hyatt regarding potential strategic alternatives, which may include the acquisition of Playa by Hyatt.
at Tue, 24 Dec 2024 08:27:52 +0000
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Hyatt Hotels Corporation and The Venetian Resort Las Vegas have announced a long-term licensing agreement to make the iconic luxury property on the Las Vegas Strip bookable through Hyatt channels, including Hyatt.com and the World of Hyatt mobile app, in the near future. Soon, World of Hyatt members and eligible meeting and event planners will be able to earn and redeem loyalty points on qualifying stays, earn credit toward the Brand Explorer Award and, for World of Hyatt elite members, enjoy additional on-property benefits. With this long-term licensing agreement, Hyatt will offer more choice for rewarding travel experiences and stays in the all-suite resort at the heart of the Las Vegas Strip.
at Tue, 24 Dec 2024 08:23:32 +0000
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Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi, has unveiled its comprehensive Sustainability Strategy across the group, a milestone in Miral’s ongoing environmental and social commitment. It outlines Miral’s ambitions to become a regional benchmark for sustainable leisure, entertainment, and tourism (LET) experiences by 2030.
at Tue, 24 Dec 2024 08:20:34 +0000
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Marriott International today announced the relaunch of the Good Travel by Marriott Bonvoy® program in Greater China, which connects members with the natural environment and cultural heritage of each destination. The program joins hands with China Green Foundation’s ‘Million Forests’ project, which aims to rehabilitate desertified areas in Gansu Province in northwest China. Now available at 49 hotels across Greater China, the initiative offers travelers the opportunity to create a positive impact during their journeys. Starting today, for every Good Travel by Marriott Bonvoy® Experience Package purchased on dedicated website, Marriott Bonvoy® will donate a shrub to support the ecological restoration of Gansu’s desertified regions.
at Tue, 24 Dec 2024 08:18:40 +0000
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Marriott International, Inc. today announced the signing of an agreement with Xiamen Green Development Investment Group to introduce The Ritz-Carlton to Xiamen Island in Fujian Province. The Ritz-Carlton, Xiamen will deliver its legendary service and elegant aesthetic to immerse guests in one of China’s most coveted destinations.
at Tue, 24 Dec 2024 08:16:43 +0000
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Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, has signed an agreement with Technotun, a major real estate operator in Armenia, to bring the pioneering Pullman brand to Yerevan. The partnership agreement was signed between Philippe Bone, Director of Development for Accor’s New-East region, and Tigran Mnatsakanyan, Director of Technotun, during the Yerevan International Hospitality Forum 2024.
at Tue, 24 Dec 2024 08:13:58 +0000
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For the Lunar New Year period, Canton Blue, The Peninsula’s refined Cantonese restaurant, will transform into ‘Canton Red’ from 18th January – 8th February. Red is a sacred colour in Chinese culture, symbolising good fortune, prosperity, happiness, and vitality so the restaurant’s glossy blue entrance doors will be wreathed in red, and inside the interiors will be decorated with vibrant, red florals and luminous Chinese lanterns. Canton Red invites diners to celebrate the Lunar New Year with an exclusive menu crafted to honour the season.
at Tue, 24 Dec 2024 08:04:55 +0000
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Step into the heart of winter wonder on Saadiyat Island, where cultural treasures, luxurious escapes, and breathtaking natural beauty come together. This season, immerse yourself in unforgettable festivities that capture the island’s unmatched allure and create memories to cherish forever. Saadiyat Island was voted as Middle East’s Leading Beach Destination 2024 by the World Travel Awards
at Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:53:14 +0000
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This Christmas, Spain continues to establish itself as a leading global tourist destination, with notable growth in demand from both European and long-haul markets. This trend aligns with the increase in air capacity from key source markets for Spain, as highlighted by Mabrian, the global travel intelligence platform.
Mabrian analysed seat availability data from Spain’s primary source markets, cross-referencing it with inspirational demand using the Share of Searches Index*. For this analysis, the index reflects the level of interest in traveling to Spain based on flight search behaviour, regardless of confirmed bookings, for the period between December 20th, 2024, and January 5th, 2025.
at Mon, 23 Dec 2024 10:21:20 +0000
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The World Travel Awards (WTA), the most prestigious accolades in the global travel and tourism industry, celebrated an extraordinary and record-breaking year in 2024. This achievement further solidified its status as the gold standard for recognizing excellence across all sectors of the travel world.
As the curtains close on 2024, all eyes are now on the exciting prospects of the 2025 program. The WTA’s are set to elevate the bar yet again, with a promise of new host destinations and awards for groundbreaking developments in the hotel, cruise, tourism, and aviation industry’s.
at Mon, 23 Dec 2024 08:02:18 +0000
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IHG Hotels & Resorts has introduced Shanghai Snow World Hotel to its fast-growing Vignette Collection, a family of one-of-a-kind hotels in destinations to remember. The property is now open within the Guinness World Records-certified “World’s Largest Indoor Ski Facility” – Shanghai L+SNOW Indoor Skiing Theme Resort – and has 272 rooms and 17 suites with direct access to more than 90,000 square meters of authentic indoor year-round snow.
at Mon, 23 Dec 2024 07:59:05 +0000
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IHG Hotels & Resorts continues the growth of its Crowne Plaza brand in Australia with two new openings to top out 2024, marking a significant new era in the brand’s promise to deliver innovative guest experiences for guests to balance work and life. Crowne Plaza Adelaide Mawson Lakes and Crowne Plaza Sydney Airport, both opened in December, mark the first of five Crowne Plaza hotels to open in the next twelve months.
The growth in Australia complements a burst of development across the broader Asia Pacific region, with more than 90 Crowne Plaza hotels in the pipeline to open, including Crowne Plaza Bangkok Grand Sukhumvit and Crowne Plaza Bangkok Rama 9 in South East Asia
at Mon, 23 Dec 2024 07:57:28 +0000
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Hilton has announced the signing of an agreement with Parks Hospitality Holdings for a Conrad Hotels & Resorts hotel in Los Cabos. Expected to open in 2027, Conrad Los Cabos will usher in a new era of luxury hospitality and resort living to Mexico’s state of Baja California Sur, a stunning coastal destination known for its dramatic desert landscapes, pristine beaches and scenic mountain ranges. Conrad Los Cabos will mark the brand’s debut in the Baja California peninsula, where Hilton currently welcomes guests across eight properties.
at Mon, 23 Dec 2024 07:53:56 +0000
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Leading hospitality company, Hilton has announced the signing of Motto by Hilton Qingdao Zhanqiao, in partnership with Qingdao Urban Construction Group, marking the entry of Motto by Hilton into mainland China. The debut of Motto by Hilton Qingdao Zhanqiao strengthens Hilton’s lifestyle brand presence in Asia Pacific, bringing a new stay proposition to the major port city of Qingdao, one of China’s most dynamic regions.
at Mon, 23 Dec 2024 07:50:53 +0000
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Hilton and Al Sorouh Hospitality Development Real Estate have announced the signing of Waldorf Astoria Bahrain Bay in the heart of Manama, marking the brand’s debut in Bahrain. The landmark signing will bring Waldorf Astoria’s signature service and sophisticated accommodations to Bahrain Bay, one of the capital’s most exclusive districts.
at Mon, 23 Dec 2024 07:46:39 +0000
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Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has officially launched its new Travel Store in Karachi, making it the airline’s first experiential retail concept to be rolled out in West Asia.
Located in the prestigious Sky Tower, Karachi Towers, on Abdul Sattar Edhi Avenue in Clifton, the 183-square-meter store offers immersive experiences grounded in technology, and best-in-class support from dedicated teams on the ground.
at Mon, 23 Dec 2024 07:44:47 +0000
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Across various regions of the Brazilian Amazon, traditional Indigenous, riverside, Quilombola, and rubber-tapper communities have been developing experiences and activities to welcome travelers, offering an up-close look at their culture and history. Through community-based tourism, where the communities themselves take center stage, tourists have the opportunity not only to experience transformative and unique moments but also to support the preservation of these cultures and the rainforest itself.
at Mon, 23 Dec 2024 07:42:05 +0000
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SwimTrek, the world’s leading open-water swimming holiday provider, has proudly announced its certification as a B Corporation (B Corp), joining a global movement of businesses committed to balancing purpose with profit. SwimTrek has been certified by B Lab, the non-profit behind the B Corp movement, for meeting rigorous social and environmental standards, reflecting its dedication to positively impacting people, communities, and the planet.
at Mon, 23 Dec 2024 07:40:29 +0000
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From a little girl discovering flamingos are real to a teenage son and his mum getting to know each other on a whitewater rafting adventure, worldwide travel company Kuoni is putting the spotlight on the reason why people go on holiday, rather than where they go.
It’s a new direction for Kuoni, which has recently revealed its contemporary new premium brand designed to capture the imagination for new clients of all ages, including families.
at Mon, 23 Dec 2024 07:39:39 +0000
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From the latest marine conservation initiatives to resort renovations and a fresh take on historic attractions, here’s what’s new in the Florida Keys for 2025.
Winter in the Florida Keys is sunny and breezy, typically offering the warmest winter weather in the continental United States. The 125-mile-long island chain is particularly popular with visitors for its wide variety of resort accommodations and experiential outdoor and on-the-water activities, framed by picturesque swaying palms and warm turquoise waters.
at Mon, 23 Dec 2024 07:31:56 +0000
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Discover the ultimate Japanese dining experience at TAKARA Restaurant, Al Khobar, which just became 5 years old.
Expect favorites like TAKARA miso, Kunafa Shrimp, Chicken Teriyaki, and Crispy Salad to be part of your unforgettable dining experience. Whether hosting a private business dinner or enjoying a relaxed lunch, TAKARA is your go-to destination in the heart of Khobar.
The team secured this year the top recognition by World Culinary Awards – Saudi Arabia’s Best Restaurant.
at Mon, 23 Dec 2024 07:22:14 +0000
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Courage, commitment and passion were all in evidence today at Emirates Flight Training Academy’s (EFTA) fifth graduation ceremony, which marked the academy’s biggest cohort to date. EFTA also announced the launch of an Advanced Diploma in Pilot Licensing Training (Aeroplane) on the back of the academy’s recognition as an Accredited Training Provider (ATP) by the UAE National Qualifications Centre (NQC).
at Sun, 22 Dec 2024 07:52:55 +0000
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