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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.
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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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As the Year of the Snake approaches, Four Seasons invites guests to embark on a global journey of celebration and renewal. Across Asia, Europe, and beyond, our properties honour the Lunar New Year with immersive traditions, exquisite feasts, and transformative wellness experiences. Blending cultural heritage with modern luxury, each moment is thoughtfully designed to create joy, connection, and cherished memories for the season. at Sun, 22 Dec 2024 07:13:25 +0000
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JFK Millennium Partners (JMP), the company selected by the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey to build and operate John F. Kennedy International Airport’s new world-class Terminal 6 (T6), and Norse Atlantic Airways (Norse Atlantic), an international carrier known for its commitment to affordable fares on long-haul flights, today announced that Norse Atlantic has selected T6 for its operations beginning in 2026. Norse Atlantic, which was recently ranked the 15th largest airline at JFK airport*, joins a growing list of international carriers who have chosen to make T6 their future home at JFK. at Sun, 22 Dec 2024 07:11:53 +0000
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Holland America Line is cruising into the annual wave booking season with the “Start Your Journey Sale”. Starting Dec. 19, 2024, travelers can take advantage of the cruise line’s wave offer and receive balcony upgrades, bonus amenities, reduced deposits and exceptional savings — with cruise fares starting at just $129 per person, per day. at Sun, 22 Dec 2024 07:09:56 +0000
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Tempo by Hilton Raleigh Downtown – the first brand flag to make its debut in North Carolina and just the fourth in the world – has officially opened in the City of Oaks along with its sister property, Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Downtown. at Sun, 22 Dec 2024 07:06:56 +0000
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Pebble Beach Food & Wine, the nation’s premier culinary celebration, today announced the launch of ticket sales for the 2025 festival, scheduled for Thursday, April 10 through Sunday, April 13. Held along the Monterey Peninsula at The Inn at Spanish Bay, this celebrated weekend gathers the nation’s finest in food, wine, and hospitality, offering attendees an extraordinary lineup of over 125 acclaimed chefs and 150 world-renowned wine and spirits producers for a weekend of signature tastings, and luxury dining events nestled against an iconic coastal setting. at Sun, 22 Dec 2024 07:04:20 +0000
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Air Premia, Korea’s leading hybrid carrier, today announced the addition of its sixth Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, marking its first fleet expansion in over 18 months. The airline also revealed plans to add three more aircraft in 2025.
As Korea’s sole hybrid service carrier (HSC), Air Premia delivers premium services focusing on essential amenities at competitive prices, adhering to its philosophy of being “an airline loved for its premium yet essential services.” at Sun, 22 Dec 2024 06:46:06 +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 Sat, 21 Dec 2024 11:56:51 +0000
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RwandAir has announced the launch of its global sale, offering discounts of up to 40% across its entire route network this festive season from today.
Throughout December and January, RwandAir guests can take advantage of exclusive discounted fares to over 23 destinations across Africa, the Middle East, and Europe through the airline’s Kigali hub. at Sat, 21 Dec 2024 11:53:59 +0000
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TAP Air Portugal has once again reached a historic milestone in its operations between Portugal and Brazil. For the first time in its history, the airline surpassed the mark of two million passengers carried in a single year between the two countries. This figure represents a significant increase in demand for flights between the two continents and consolidates TAP’s position as one of the main operators of transatlantic routes.
With daily and frequent flights between Lisbon and various Brazilian cities, the airline has been an essential bridge for cultural, tourist and business exchange between the two nations. The milestone of two million passengers is one that has never been reached before in a single year. at Sat, 21 Dec 2024 11:51:24 +0000
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Dreaming of crystal-clear waters, warm tropical breezes, and golden sands? Divi Resorts has a way to help make your 2025 vacation a reality with unbeatable savings of up to 35% off non-refundable stays or 25% off refundable bookings on travel through April 20, 2025. The offer ends on March 19, 2025, and reservations can be made at www.diviresorts.com/specials with promo code STAYWARM to unlock these exclusive discounts and plan your ultimate Caribbean getaway. at Sat, 21 Dec 2024 07:44:58 +0000
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From January 30th to February 2nd 2025, Fahid Island in Abu Dhabi will host Kayan Wellness Festival, the region’s largest wellness event headlined by renowned visionary leader, Sadghuru. The festival offers a transformative journey of yoga, meditation and mindfulness with world-class experts – the perfect opportunity to awaken your mind, body and soul in an inspiring and serene setting. Presented in partnership with Experience Abu Dhabi, the destination brand of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, the event invites guests from around the world to experience an immersive journey that blends ancient wisdom with modern innovation. at Sat, 21 Dec 2024 07:42:14 +0000
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The World, the largest privately owned residential yacht on earth, reveals its 2025 Journey featuring unrivalled worldwide adventure. Sailing across five oceans and visiting six continents, a once-in-a-lifetime voyage awaits our international community of travellers featuring almost 100 ports of call. The only ship of its kind in operation today, The World offers a one-of-a-kind ultra-luxury lifestyle of global exploration from the comfort of a home at sea. Renowned for its explorations to the planet’s most remote and undiscovered regions as well as to diverse cosmopolitan cities, The World begins 2025 in Cabo San Lucas on the southern tip of Mexico’s Baja California peninsula and ends the year in historical and picturesque Hobart, Tasmania, Australia where it will ring in 2026. at Sat, 21 Dec 2024 07:40:21 +0000
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Hyatt Centric South Beach Miami is proud to announce the completion of its highly anticipated renovations, redefining luxury and sophistication in the heart of South Beach at 1600 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139. Designed by Lang & Schwander to embody the vibrant energy and upscale charm of Miami, the updates include newly reimagined rooms and suites, check-in lobby, inclusivity spaces, from food and beverage and communal lounge areas that celebrate the hotel’s commitment to connecting guests to the pulse of the city. at Sat, 21 Dec 2024 07:38:52 +0000
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