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Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, is inviting travel professionals to join the HERA Challenge, recognizing the performance and expertise of the world’s top travel advisors. Open to HERA members – Accor’s global loyalty and rewards program for travel advisors – the Challenge will see 33 top advisors flown to Colombia to stay at the luxurious Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena and the Sofitel Barú Calablanca Beach Resort.
at Wed, 23 Jul 2025 05:38:15 +0000
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From reinvented French classics at Brasserie Benjamin to the vibrant Nikkei creations of Kaito, and the floral pastries by Jonathan Chapuy to take away, the season promises a celebration of taste in every bite.
Timeless French Favourites at Brasserie Benjamin
At Four Seasons Hotel Megève, Brasserie Benjamin captures the essence of a grand Parisian brasserie while embracing the freshness and authenticity of the Alps. Under the direction of Executive Chef Armando Acquaviva, formerly an executive chef with Anne-Sophie Pic, and Pastry Chef Jonathan Chapuy, the menu celebrates French culinary heritage through a seasonal lens, where classic techniques meet local inspiration. Each dish tells a story: from duck foie gras subtly infused with mountain herbs to a delicate tarte tatin of heirloom tomatoes, reimagined with elegance and restraint.
at Wed, 23 Jul 2025 05:36:50 +0000
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Nemacolin, the year-round resort playground nestled on more than 2,200 acres of southwestern Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands, has been accepted into membership of Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ prestigious Legend Collection. The ultimate portfolio of exceptional properties in the world’s most remarkable destinations, the Preferred Hotels & Resorts Legend Collection is globally sophisticated, culturally-refined, and promises unforgettable guest experiences. Featuring exquisite accommodations, stellar and intuitive personal service, renowned dining, and exceptional spas, being part of this exclusive group is designated for distinguished properties who represent the very highest levels of luxury.
at Wed, 23 Jul 2025 05:32:36 +0000
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IHG®Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a franchise agreement for Garner Kutch in Gujarat, marking the brand’s third signing in India within months of its IMEA launch. Scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2026, the hotel reinforces IHG’s strategy to expand its portfolio in emerging secondary and tertiary markets, where demand for high-quality, world-class accommodations is rapidly increasing.
at Wed, 23 Jul 2025 05:28:59 +0000
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Waldorf Astoria Osaka, the first Waldorf Astoria in Japan, marks a new benchmark in hospitality-driven architecture in one of Asia’s most captivating cities. Throughout its history, Waldorf Astoria has redefined the skyline of the world’s greatest cities – from the legendary flagship in New York to its landmark properties across the globe. Designed by internationally acclaimed architect André Fu, Waldorf Astoria Osaka further evolves the architectural legacy once more, blending the brand’s timeless design philosophy with the spirit of modern Japan.
at Wed, 23 Jul 2025 05:20:59 +0000
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More Virgin Islands, more beach parties, more roundtrips, and more unique Bahamas yachting voyages. This is SeaDream Yacht Club’s spring 2028 Caribbean voyages.
at Tue, 22 Jul 2025 10:00:38 +0000
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Renowned for its Provençal heritage and commitment to sustainability, L’Occitane en Provence Hospitality is set to make a major impact at this year’s Independent Hotel Show Miami, taking place on September 17–18, 2025 at Booth 433. The brand will spotlight its eco-conscious approach to luxury and unveil new initiatives designed to elevate guest experiences while minimizing environmental impact.
at Tue, 22 Jul 2025 09:43:35 +0000
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Personalisation is emerging as a growing trend in travel and tourism, particularly within the luxury segment, as travellers increasingly seek experiences tailored to their individual preferences and lifestyles.
At Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025, senior executives from leading hotel groups, including Minor Hotels, Fairmont and Marriott, examined the rising influence of ‘hyper-personalisation’, which moves away from one-size-fits-all services to offering bespoke guest experiences. Leveraging tools such as AI-driven customisation and chatbots, as well as personalised welcome amenities and bespoke dining options, these brands are redefining the customer journey in the luxury travel segment, which is witnessing a continued surge worldwide.
at Tue, 22 Jul 2025 08:59:18 +0000
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The Emirates Group has kickstarted a global talent scouting and acquisition drive, revving up this phase of its phenomenal growth. This financial year, the aviation powerhouse is looking to onboard 17,300 people, equivalent to a mid-size town or the seating capacity of 58 Airbus A350 aircraft, across 350 roles.
These roles span every facet, function and operations across Emirates, the world’s most profitable and largest international airline, and dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider. Hundreds of new recruits are required across some roles, including cabin crew, pilots, engineers, commercial and sales teams, customer service, ground handling, catering, IT, HR and finance. dnata is looking to hire more than 4,000 cargo, catering and ground handling specialists.
at Tue, 22 Jul 2025 08:53:09 +0000
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Germany is set to make Travel & Tourism history in 2025, with every major performance indicator set to reach new heights, according to new data from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC).
International visitor spending is forecast to hit an unprecedented €57BN this year, marking the highest inbound spend ever recorded in Germany.
at Tue, 22 Jul 2025 08:04:43 +0000
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DerbySoft, a global leader in travel technology, today announced the launch of AI Voice Agent, a breakthrough solution automating high-volume, repetitive outbound calls to properties, transforming how travel companies operate.
In the business travel sector, where 30% or more of global accommodation bookings require manual phone or email intervention, call automation marks a critical step forward in streamlining processes and reducing friction.
at Tue, 22 Jul 2025 05:40:57 +0000
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As we prepare to celebrate the 80th Commemoration of the end of World War II, we honor the sacrifice of the millions of service members and everyday Americans who helped win the war, as well as those who helped spur our troops to victory, such as legendary entertainer Bob Hope.
at Tue, 22 Jul 2025 05:36:20 +0000
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Beginning July 29, 2025, Southwest Airlines Co. Customers will have options to select their seat at the time of booking for flights beginning on Jan. 27, 2026.
“Our Customers want more choice and greater control over their travel experience,” said Tony Roach, Executive Vice President Customer & Brand, at Southwest Airlines. “Assigned seating unlocks new opportunities for our Customers—including the ability to select Extra Legroom seats—and removes the uncertainty of not knowing where they will sit in the cabin. This is an important step in our evolution, and we’re excited to pair these enhancements with our legendary Customer Service.”
at Tue, 22 Jul 2025 05:33:28 +0000
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Reinforcing its commitment to putting guests at the heart of every decision, Princess Cruises today announced thoughtful updates to its popular Premier and Plus packages that go on sale today, July 22, for voyages sailing in 2026, offering even greater flexibility and benefits travelers have been asking for. The refreshed packages now include highly requested additions such as extra casual dining options and generous shore excursion credits.
at Tue, 22 Jul 2025 05:31:26 +0000
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Nearly 15 years after first opening its doors, Resorts World New York City (RWNYC) today completed a vital step in realizing its vision of building the state’s largest fully integrated resort – presenting its once-in-a generation plan to the six-person Community Advisory Committee (CAC). Of all the proposals, Resorts World’s stands as the largest of all the bids in terms of site size, build-area, and casino-floor area.
at Tue, 22 Jul 2025 05:29:38 +0000
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Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino announced today a new slate of 2026 performance dates for music icon Barry Manilow’s acclaimed lifetime residency, Manilow: Las Vegas – The Hits Come Home! at the legendary International Theater. The record-setting production continues to play to packed houses, extending Manilow’s reign as one of Las Vegas’s most in-demand headliners.
at Tue, 22 Jul 2025 05:27:46 +0000
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EVA Air is taking corporate travel to new heights with the launch of its new co-branded prepaid UATP card, issued in partnership with UATP, the global network simplifying payment. Designed exclusively for corporate clients, this innovative payment program empowers businesses to streamline travel payments, unlock tiered rewards, and take advantage of greater flexibility and transparency.
at Tue, 22 Jul 2025 05:25:28 +0000
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STARFLYER Inc., Japan’s premium airline, has successfully upgraded its STAR LINK loyalty platform by adopting IBS Software’s iLoyal solution. This move marks a significant step in STARFLYER’s strategy to modernise its customer engagement systems and deliver a more seamless, personalised travel experience.
at Tue, 22 Jul 2025 05:23:19 +0000
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In less than 90 days, motorcycle enthusiasts will gather in the Daytona Beach area and Volusia County on Oct. 16-19 for the 33rd annual Biketoberfest® rally.
The four-day motorcycle rally attracts riding enthusiasts to the destination for the beautiful Florida weather, live music, the industry’s top vendors, bike shows, motorcycle racing at Daytona International Speedway, and miles of scenic rides along famous A1A, historic Main Street and the Ormond Beach Scenic Loop.
at Tue, 22 Jul 2025 05:21:55 +0000
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Whitehaven Beach has officially been crowned the Number 1 Best Beach in the World for 2025 by global travel site Big 7 Travel, beating out iconic destinations from the Maldives to Bora Bora.
Known for its dazzling white silica sand, turquoise waters, and pristine surroundings, Whitehaven is the crown jewel of the Whitsundays – a destination that’s long captured the hearts of Australian and international travellers alike.
at Tue, 22 Jul 2025 05:19:12 +0000
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The Canberra District Wine Region just got even easier to explore with the launch of the new Wine Hopper tour. This hop-on, hop-off service offers the ultimate freedom and flexibility to choose your own adventure, allowing visitors to experience the world-class Murrumbateman wine region at their own pace.
Set against a backdrop of stunning views, the Wine Hopper’s flexible weekend schedule invites you to design your own day of discovery, stopping at Canberra’s most celebrated wineries, lingering at leisure and savouring exceptional cool-climate wines. There is no need for a designated driver, just sit back, relax and enjoy the scenery… and the wine of course.
at Tue, 22 Jul 2025 05:16:01 +0000
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Globespan Travel Management is now a reseller of Amadeus Cytric, meaning the travel management company can offer the online travel management tool to customers across Canada and the United States
at Mon, 21 Jul 2025 15:14:36 +0000
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Cloud7 Residence Ayla, a Kerten Hospitality concept, is welcoming guests from across the region this summer, with a series of seasonal special offers for a beachside lifestyle escape to Aqaba, Jordan.
at Mon, 21 Jul 2025 12:29:23 +0000
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Cloud7 Residence Ayla, a Kerten Hospitality concept, is welcoming guests from across the region this summer, with a series of seasonal special offers for a beachside lifestyle escape to Aqaba, Jordan.
Located at the Ayla Oasis on Jordan’s Red Sea Coast, 9 km from King Hussein International Airport, the 5-star Cloud7 Residence has summer packages for couples, solo travellers, families and groups - offering everything from romantic escapes to relaxation, desert experiences to diving, and action-packed adventures.
The summer packages feature tailored experiences, culinary delights, free entry to local attractions, complimentary sports activities, discounts on spa treatments and more.
at Mon, 21 Jul 2025 09:26:59 +0000
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Kempinski Hotels has published its fourth consecutive Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) Report for the year 2024. Compiled in partnership with global benchmarking, certification and advisory group EarthCheck and prepared in line with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards, the report assesses all aspects of Kempinski operations based on ESG risks material to Kempinski’s value chain.
at Mon, 21 Jul 2025 07:24:00 +0000
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Designed for modern travellers who appreciate purposeful experiences and conveniences, PARKROYAL COLLECTION Kuala Lumpur unveils its URBAN PLUS package, available exclusively for Urban Deluxe Queen rooms. This new offering aligns with the brand’s ethos of conscious living and uplifting experiences which are brought to life through biophilic design, eco-wellness spaces and sustainable practices.
at Mon, 21 Jul 2025 07:22:47 +0000
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S Hotels and Resorts PCL the international hospitality company under Singha Estate PCL, is proud to announce its partnership with Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) to join a curated collection of independent hospitality brands through GHA DISCOVERY, a multi-brand loyalty programme powered by a shared technology platform. GHA is the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands with 45 brands and 850 hotels in 100 countries. Its award-winning loyalty programme— GHA DISCOVERY – offers members unparalleled access to world-class hospitality.
at Mon, 21 Jul 2025 07:20:42 +0000
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Wyndham hotel team members and guests can now get everything from tacos to toothpaste delivered right to their doorstep—all with $0 delivery fees and other perks—thanks to a new partnership between Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and leading online and mobile food-ordering and delivery platform, Grubhub.
Available now across Wyndham’s entire U.S. portfolio—nearly 6,000 hotels spanning 20 brands—ordering is as simple as opening the Grubhub app while on-site at a participating hotel or simply scanning one of the Grubhub QR codes featured on hotel marketing materials (where available).
at Mon, 21 Jul 2025 07:17:26 +0000
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In its commitment to supporting inbound tourism to the island nation of Mauritius, Emirates has announced it will introduce a third daily flight, starting on 1 December. The additional service, to be operated by a Boeing 777 aircraft as EK709/710, will complement existing schedules and support the travel plans of Emirates customers planning trips to the popular destination from across its network of more than 140 points.
at Mon, 21 Jul 2025 07:15:05 +0000
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Qatar Airways announces the resumption of three weekly flights to Aleppo, Syria from 10 August 2025. The flights will be increased to four weekly flights from 1 September 2025.
Qatar Airways operations to the city first began in 2011. The airline resumed flights to Damascus in early 2025, making Aleppo the second Syrian destination to connect to the airline’s global network.
at Mon, 21 Jul 2025 07:12:31 +0000
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Emirates First’ was officially opened last week at Terminal 3, Dubai International (DXB), offering a luxurious and unique airport experience for Emirates’ First Class customers and Skywards Platinum members. The check-in area has been meticulously upgraded with an opulent and refined private seating area, offering an exclusive check in process.
As the world’s largest operator of international First Class travel - offering 26,800 seats a week and the largest inventory of international First Class seats in the industry, Emirates continues to invest and uplift its customers’ experience at every touchpoint on the ground and in the air. This is a clear demonstration of Emirates’ commitment to renovating its ground products and providing more comfort to its customers.
at Mon, 21 Jul 2025 07:09:26 +0000
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Emirates First’ was officially opened last week at Terminal 3, Dubai International (DXB), offering a luxurious and unique airport experience for Emirates’ First Class customers and Skywards Platinum members. The check-in area has been meticulously upgraded with an opulent and refined private seating area, offering an exclusive check in process.
As the world’s largest operator of international First Class travel - offering 26,800 seats a week and the largest inventory of international First Class seats in the industry, Emirates continues to invest and uplift its customers’ experience at every touchpoint on the ground and in the air. This is a clear demonstration of Emirates’ commitment to renovating its ground products and providing more comfort to its customers.
at Mon, 21 Jul 2025 07:09:21 +0000
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Building on their successful collaboration launched last year, IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) and Hainan Airlines have further deepened their strategic partnership in 2025 with the joint concept ‘Where Dreams Bloom, Journey to the Oasis’. Together, the two brands present a range of elevated travel touchpoints—including a co-branded airport lounge and business class menus—expanding the boundaries of culture and tourism collaboration. As IHG marks its 50th anniversary in Greater China, this strengthened partnership reflects a shared vision to deliver a seamless end-to-end travel experience with elevated product and service offerings.
at Mon, 21 Jul 2025 07:05:35 +0000
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IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces the signing of an agreement with Pacini Group for the rebranding of its Venetian property, The Venice Times, which will officially join the Vignette Collection brand. Located in the heart of Venice’s historic centre, the hotel marks the second collaboration between IHG and Pacini Group—following the opening of Garner Hotel Rome Aurelia —and strengthens a long-term strategic partnership, highlighting IHG’s trust in the Italian group’s expertise and strategic vision in the hospitality sector.
at Mon, 21 Jul 2025 07:03:04 +0000
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IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of Crowne Plaza Madinah Al Haramain, a 383-key hotel in partnership with Arbah Tayba Real Estate Company. Slated to open in 2026, the hotel will be managed by IHG and will further strengthen the company’s premium portfolio in one of Saudi Arabia’s most significant religious and cultural destinations.
at Mon, 21 Jul 2025 06:59:01 +0000
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With search interest in e-bikes up 29% in the UK and 17% globally YoY, and e-biking named as one of 2025’s top five adventure travel trends, Much Better Adventures is expanding its portfolio of cycling trips with five brand new e-biking holiday itineraries.
The new collection takes travellers from the highlands of Northern Vietnam to Peru’s Sacred Valley, culminating at the iconic Machu Picchu and to the beaches of Costa Rica. The new trips bring the adventure travel specialist to a total of 18 cycling holidays spanning 14 countries in what is becoming one of their customers most popular ways to travel.
at Mon, 21 Jul 2025 06:56:54 +0000
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Carnival Cruise Line officially unlocked paradise as it opened Celebration Key – the cruise line’s beautiful new exclusive destination on Grand Bahama this weekend. Carnival Vista made the first official visit to the world’s newest premier cruise port on Saturday, and nearly 5,000 guests experienced all the fun of Celebration Key: from the unique Suncastle, the world’s tallest sandcastle, the world’s largest swing and swim-up bar and the Caribbean’s largest freshwater lagoons.
at Sun, 20 Jul 2025 13:15:57 +0000
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Exodus Adventure Travels, the award-winning leader in small-group guided travel, has unveiled its “September to Remember” program, highlighting special trips and the unmatched magic of the September travel season.
September is a travel sweet spot and a time many adventurers wait for all year. Temperatures mellow, crowds thin, and destinations reveal cultural gems, rare wildlife moments, and once-a-year festivals that are best experienced when the world slows down.
at Sun, 20 Jul 2025 06:53:35 +0000
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Coastal Mississippi is proud to announce several new and upcoming openings, just in time for the summer travel season. These new visitor experiences provide even more reasons to stay longer and explore new places. Just a few of many new openings include:
at Sun, 20 Jul 2025 06:52:40 +0000
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North Dakota’s wide-open landscapes are about to come alive with color. Beginning late July and into August, thousands of acres of sunflower fields across the state will explode into vibrant golden blooms, creating a striking contrast against blue prairie skies.
at Sun, 20 Jul 2025 06:46:49 +0000
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