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Marriott International, Inc. announced the signing of seven City Express by Marriott hotels in Brazil with FÁBRICA DE HOTÉIS marking the brand’s anticipated debut in the country. This milestone is part of a broader multi-unit development agreement to open 30 City Express by Marriott properties across Brazil’s Northeast region over the next 15 years.
at Wed, 16 Jul 2025 07:05:19 +0000
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In response to the ongoing Dragon Bravo and White Sage wildfires at Grand Canyon National Park, Intrepid Travel is reaffirming its commitment to responsible travel and calling on travelers to continue supporting America’s national parks during this critical time.
The Dragon Bravo Fire, sparked by lightning on July 4, has burned more than 5,000 acres, destroying structures including the iconic Grand Canyon Lodge and forcing the closure of the North Rim for the remainder of 2025. The South Rim remains open and fully accessible, and Intrepid Travel and Wildland Trekking, powered by Intrepid, will continue operating their small-group trips in unaffected areas.
at Wed, 16 Jul 2025 07:02:14 +0000
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Google CEO Sundar Pichai revealed the clearest roadmap yet for the company’s shift toward AI-first search. At the heart of the announcement is AI Mode, Google’s new conversational experience, which is already live as a separate tab — a testing ground before its full integration into the main search interface.
Unlike traditional search, AI Mode transforms how users interact with information, enabling them to have dynamic, multi-step conversations. Travelers searching for “family-friendly tours in Costa Rica” will no longer see just a list of links. Instead, Google’s AI can respond to follow-up queries like “What about for kids under 8?” or “Which ones include wildlife viewing?”
at Wed, 16 Jul 2025 07:01:48 +0000
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Google CEO Sundar Pichai revealed the clearest roadmap yet for the company’s shift toward AI-first search. At the heart of the announcement is AI Mode, Google’s new conversational experience, which is already live as a separate tab — a testing ground before its full integration into the main search interface.
Unlike traditional search, AI Mode transforms how users interact with information, enabling them to have dynamic, multi-step conversations. Travelers searching for “family-friendly tours in Costa Rica” will no longer see just a list of links. Instead, Google’s AI can respond to follow-up queries like “What about for kids under 8?” or “Which ones include wildlife viewing?”
at Wed, 16 Jul 2025 07:01:10 +0000
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With the growing popularity of the “slow travel” trend, where travellers are trading packed itineraries and whistle-stop tours for an unhurried, more considered approach to their getaways, the five Red Star, two Michelin-Key Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa is inviting guests to enjoy an extended stay with their Stay Four, Enjoy More offer. Visitors who stay for four nights or more will receive their final night complimentary, allowing them to immerse themselves in all the exciting experiences the hotel has to offer, from hot air ballooning to penny farthing rides, as well as explore the surrounding UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath and its rich array of historic landmarks and stunning landscapes.
at Wed, 16 Jul 2025 06:55:04 +0000
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The Red Sea Wellness Retreat, powered by lululemon, welcomed guests from the UK, Spain, Russia, Saudi, and across the GCC for five days of movement, mindfulness, and deep inner connection at Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea. Designed to give participants a transformative wellness experience rooted in local culture and internationally recognized practices, the program also highlighted The Red Sea’s growing appeal as a destination for well-being.
at Wed, 16 Jul 2025 06:53:30 +0000
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Traxo, the global leader in unlocking and distributing real-time corporate travel data, announces the addition of six new fully integrated category-leading partners to its growing Traxo Marketplace.
This expansion reinforces Traxo’s position as the go-to platform for companies seeking to move travel booking data, whether from TMC or off-channel sources, into the tools their travel programs rely on. With the Traxo Marketplace, travel managers eliminate long-standing delays that have hindered performance, safety, and oversight. Over 400 companies have enabled integrations from our marketplace—all of which are monitored and managed by Traxo.
at Wed, 16 Jul 2025 06:50:09 +0000
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The business community has welcomed artificial intelligence as a key means of adapting to today’s changing workforce and recommending actions based on data analytics; however, according to experts, the hotel industry has yet to leverage it fully. A recent study by McKinsey found that as many as 78 percent of respondents say their organizations use AI in at least one business function, a 6-percentage-point increase from 2024. With so many core processes now informed by AI, hoteliers must bring these capabilities into the heart of their operations: the property-management system.
at Wed, 16 Jul 2025 06:48:30 +0000
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Mobile ordering and delivery apps are making it too convenient for people to order meals in vs. going out to eat; To bring diners back it takes the right concepts, menus, ingredients, portion sizes, local flavors, and more
at Wed, 16 Jul 2025 06:42:48 +0000
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Southwest Airlines Co. intends to grow its network in 2026 initially with new service at Cyril E. King International Airport (STT) on St. Thomas, adding the U.S. Virgin Islands to the carrier’s tropical destinations in the Caribbean. Service is expected to begin in early 2026* and will be available for purchase soon.
at Wed, 16 Jul 2025 06:41:09 +0000
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Phygital International, promoter and rights holder of the Games of the Future (GOTF), has officially confirmed Astana as the host city for the 2026 edition, taking place from 18 July to 1 August 2026.
at Wed, 16 Jul 2025 06:39:56 +0000
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Camel treks across golden dunes. Volcanic toboggan rides into historic wine country. Stargazing under some of the clearest skies on Earth. This isn’t a typical cruise — it’s Wind Spirit’s debut to the Canary Islands for a season of warm-weather adventure and untamed island charm.
at Wed, 16 Jul 2025 06:36:58 +0000
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The Australian circus company Circa is a sensation worldwide and is currently captivating audiences on the EUROPA 2. Circa stands for breathtaking artistry – an exhilarating mix of high-performance acrobatics, dance and avant-garde design. No circus ring, no illusions – just pure physical artistry. A huge hit with guests, and it’s already been decided: Hapag-Lloyd Cruises will continue its collaboration with Circa in 2026: guests can look forward to an unforgettable experience on two fantastic cruises with the EUROPA 2 around Hawaii and the South Seas. Here are some impressions of the performance on board the current cruise:
at Wed, 16 Jul 2025 06:29:11 +0000
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Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is accelerating its expansion across India and the surrounding region, announcing today a new strategic alliance with Cygnett Hotels & Resorts that will not only introduce its La Quinta® by Wyndham and Registry Collection Hotels® brands to the country but is expected to add more than 60 hotels across India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Nepal over the next 10 years.
at Wed, 16 Jul 2025 06:26:42 +0000
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The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort, a private island sanctuary located in one of the Maldives’ most exclusive atolls, has unveiled The Vommuli Society, a thoughtfully curated teen club concept offering guests aged 13-17 an elevated and enriching island experience. Developed as a central pillar of the resort’s Family Traditions programme, The Vommuli Society reflects a broader commitment to redefining multigenerational travel by providing immersive, age-appropriate activities that encourage meaningful connection, discovery, and wellbeing.
at Wed, 16 Jul 2025 06:19:06 +0000
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The destination advances firmly toward the future of responsible tourism through the Pledge, a manifesto shaping a tourism model rooted in sustainability, respect, and coexistence to preserve the island’s unique essence
at Tue, 15 Jul 2025 13:09:31 +0000
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Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has announced seven additional new destinations to further expand its network as part of its ongoing strategy to bring more point-to-point traffic directly to Abu Dhabi.
at Tue, 15 Jul 2025 13:00:19 +0000
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The first 50 of a plethora of hospitality and tourism industry leaders have been confirmed as speakers at the Future Hospitality Summit – FHS World, taking place at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai, 27-29 October.
at Tue, 15 Jul 2025 12:39:03 +0000
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New research from easyJet reveals more than two-thirds of parents say finding quality time together as a family is becoming harder
Nearly seven in ten parents say holidays are the best opportunity to connect with their children
Almost a quarter of children say they know more about their favourite influencers than their parents
easyJet’s ‘Airplane Mode’ initiative includes a new conversation-sparking holiday card game to help families switch off and reconnect
at Tue, 15 Jul 2025 08:19:51 +0000
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Lars Wagner, currently Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of MTU Aero Engines AG, based in Munich, will join the Airbus Executive Committee and succeed Christian Scherer as CEO of the Commercial Aircraft business, effective 1 January 2026.
at Tue, 15 Jul 2025 08:16:56 +0000
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China Airlines (CAL), a Taiwan-based carrier, will begin providing travelers in all cabin classes with free Internet access or messaging service on all routes flown by 777, A350 and A321neo aircraft from August 1 this year. The move will make China Airlines the first Taiwanese carrier to offer free Internet access for all travelers and cabin classes, ushering in a new era of digital flying and convenience
at Tue, 15 Jul 2025 07:13:05 +0000
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American Airlines is giving travelers the perfect gift for Christmas in July with new routes and more flights to popular destinations in Mexico, the Caribbean and Latin America this winter. Starting later this year, American will launch service from Chicago (ORD) to Mexico City (MEX) and Queretaro (QRO) in Mexico and will also begin service from Philadelphia (PHL) to Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic (SDQ).
at Tue, 15 Jul 2025 07:09:59 +0000
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Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas announces the debut of its reimagined Beach Pool Villas, setting a new benchmark in beachfront luxury. Thoughtfully redesigned for today’s luxury travellers, the villas embody a renewed connection to nature, privacy, and island elegance in the heart of the Maldives.
at Tue, 15 Jul 2025 07:03:58 +0000
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Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the opening of Radisson Hotel Don Mueang Bangkok, a new addition to its expanding portfolio in Thailand. Perfectly positioned just minutes from Don Mueang International Airport, the 89-key hotel offers a contemporary escape for travelers seeking comfort, convenience, and cultural connection.
at Tue, 15 Jul 2025 06:57:29 +0000
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SAii Hotels & Resorts, the lifestyle hospitality brand under S Hotels & Resorts, officially relaunches with a refined identity centred on the belief that “Peace of Mind is the Ultimate Luxury”. This strategic brand evolution marks a significant milestone in SHR’s long-term growth strategy.
at Tue, 15 Jul 2025 06:49:22 +0000
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Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, part of the global hospitality leader Accor, in partnership with Keystone Resorts Pvt. Ltd., proudly announces the grand opening of Fairmont Udaipur Palace — a breathtaking palace perched atop the ancient Aravali Hills in Udaipur, carved in stone, bathed in sunlight and steeped in tranquil calm.
More than a hotel, this is an ethereal destination designed for modern day royalty; a realm where majestic design, immersive rituals, the romance of the hills and rejuvenation of the senses come together across a sprawling 18-acre estate. With 327 rooms and suites, seven distinct event venues, eight dining concepts, a transformative wellness sanctuary, and layered experiences built on Rajasthan’s poetic legacy of timeless art, craft and hospitality, this palace invites every guest into a world where awe meets artisanal creation.
at Tue, 15 Jul 2025 06:20:26 +0000
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Minor Hotels, a global hotel owner and operator with more than 560 properties across six continents, is celebrating a standout year in the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2025, with multiple properties ranked among the world’s top hotels and Anantara named one of the Best Hotel Brands globally.
at Tue, 15 Jul 2025 06:19:00 +0000
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Hilton announces a major milestone, surpassing 500 open hotels across Florida - marking a new chapter of growth fueled in part by its expanding portfolio of lifestyle brands, including the upcoming debut of Tempo by Hilton in the Sunshine State. With this achievement, Hilton reinforces its commitment to delivering unforgettable stays in some of Florida’s most iconic and emerging coastal and urban destinations.
at Tue, 15 Jul 2025 06:07:04 +0000
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Korean Air is participating in the 2025 World Smart City Expo (WSCE), at Busan BEXCO from July 15 to 17. At the event, the airline will present its vision for future smart mobility and highlight its latest advancements in aerospace technology.
at Tue, 15 Jul 2025 06:03:41 +0000
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Four Seasons Resort Hualālai, the two Michelin key, first AAA Five-Diamond, and Forbes Five-Star Resort on Hawaiʻi Island, announces the appointment of Renson Madarang as Cultural Manager. In this role, Madarang will lead and oversee the Resort’s in-depth cultural operations and programming, assisting guests in understanding Hawaiian traditions and introducing them to the true aloha spirit.
at Tue, 15 Jul 2025 05:53:54 +0000
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Air Canada and ITA Airways today announced a significant milestone in their partnership with a codeshare agreement that provides customers more convenient travel options when flying between Canada and Italy, and beyond.
at Mon, 14 Jul 2025 16:10:39 +0000
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Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has released its latest traffic statistics for June 2025, reporting continued strong expansion and high customer demand.
Etihad Airways carried 1.8 million passengers in June, marking a 16 percent increase compared to the same month last year. This sustained growth highlights the airline’s strategic expansion and strong position in the market. The passenger load factor rose to 88 percent, up from 86 percent in June 2024, demonstrating Etihad’s continued success in optimising capacity while meeting robust demand.
at Mon, 14 Jul 2025 15:57:00 +0000
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Spirit sales soar when airlines swap tomato water for real ingredients. Singapore Airlines, recently crowned Best First Class Airline and Best Long-Haul Airline of 2025, has selected Longbottom & Co. as its exclusive tomato mixer partner across Suites, First, and Business Class, ending a decade-long search for a Bloody Mary that passengers re-order.The move signals the aviation industry’s overdue reckoning with tomato juice quality. While other mixers evolved from concentrates to premium offerings, tomato juice remained stuck in the 1970s – until now.
at Mon, 14 Jul 2025 11:44:03 +0000
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Turkish Airlines, flag carrier of Türkiye, has signed a comprehensive codeshare agreement with South Africa-based Airlink to strengthen its presence on the African continent. The partnership, which will take effect on August 1, 2025, was signed during a ceremony held at Airlink’s head office in Johannesburg.
at Mon, 14 Jul 2025 11:25:36 +0000
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Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has expanded its global hospitality portfolio with the official launch of Dusit Hotels – its ninth hotel brand – designed to deliver tailored upper-upscale experiences that balance brand consistency with the unique needs of each market in strategic city and leisure destinations worldwide.
at Mon, 14 Jul 2025 08:21:17 +0000
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Qatar Airways’ loyalty programme has launched Privilege Club Pro, a subscription service for members to seamlessly collect additional Avios and Qpoints on a monthly basis. This marks the first time a loyalty programme with Avios has introduced a subscription that allows members to collect status points, setting a new standard for how members can boost their rewards and tier status.
at Mon, 14 Jul 2025 08:06:54 +0000
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With thousands of fans descending on Australia to follow the action of the Qatar Airways British & Irish Lions Tour 2025, IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), the Official Hotel Partner, has upped the ante on unmissable fan moments by delivering the ultimate surprise and delight welcome like no other.
After arriving and collecting their bags, rugby superfan Lawrence Hanlen who travelled from Gibraltar, stepped outside expecting a standard airport transfer to InterContinental Sydney, part of the IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury & lifestyle hotel portfolio. Instead, they were greeted by a private transfer and an even bigger surprise inside: Wallabies legend and former Captain, Michael Hooper, ready to play chauffeur.
at Mon, 14 Jul 2025 07:42:57 +0000
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With thousands of fans descending on Australia to follow the action of the Qatar Airways British & Irish Lions Tour 2025, IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), the Official Hotel Partner, has upped the ante on unmissable fan moments by delivering the ultimate surprise and delight welcome like no other.
at Mon, 14 Jul 2025 07:41:59 +0000
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Hilton has announced the signing of Diyar Ajwa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, in partnership with Al Musbah Group – marking the debut of the lifestyle Tapestry Collection brand in Saudi Arabia. Expected to open later in 2025, the new signing reinforces Hilton’s continued expansion in the Kingdom and adds to its growing presence in one of the world’s most significant religious tourism destinations. With this addition, Hilton remains on track to reach its milestone of 100 hotels trading and in the pipeline across Saudi Arabia.
at Mon, 14 Jul 2025 07:03:58 +0000
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The Algarve in southern Portugal continues to boost its reputation as one of Europe’s most sought-after destinations with an array of refined accommodation and mouth-watering culinary experiences. Visit Algarve share their recommendations of where to stay and experience authenticity, history and ultimate relaxation, plus enjoy the culinary delights the region has to offer.
at Mon, 14 Jul 2025 07:00:55 +0000
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