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Nouredine Fardad joins The InterContinental Bora Bora Resort & Thalasso Spa as our newly appointed General Manager with the mission of continuing to make it a benchmark in luxury hospitality.
at Mon, 06 Jan 2025 19:48:20 +0000
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Doha hosts the prestigious Web Summit, showcasing Qatar’s world-class MICE capabilities, award-winning infrastructure, and innovation. Recognised as a global leader in sports tourism, city destinations, and meetings, Qatar blends tradition and modernity seamlessly. Qatar Airways, named Best MICE Airline 2024, enhances connectivity, solidifying Qatar as a hub for global events and technology.
at Mon, 06 Jan 2025 18:20:51 +0000
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Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, serves up an exciting new partnership with the Badminton World Federation, commencing in the 2025 season.
As the exclusive Official BWF Global Airline Partner from 2025, Etihad will be present at prestigious BWF World Tour events as well as the BWF World Tour Finals, BWF World Championships, BWF Sudirman Cup Finals and BWF Thomas and Uber Cup Finals.
at Mon, 06 Jan 2025 13:55:38 +0000
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The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) launched a photo exhibition and cultural showcase at the Nihao! China: China Ice and Snow Tourism Overseas Promotion Season 2025 on 5 January 2025. These events form a highlight of the prestigious Harbin Ice and Snow Festival, held from 5-8 January 2025, and celebrate the longstanding friendship between Thailand and China.
at Mon, 06 Jan 2025 13:46:26 +0000
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BTN interviews Lokalee Founder & CEO, Samir AbiFrem. Lokalee is an innovative platform that bridges the gap between hospitality services and guest expectations through advanced AI technology. Founded in 2021 and now part of the Beaconsmind Group, Lokalee delivers a seamless travel experience by integrating hotel services with curated local destination content.
at Mon, 06 Jan 2025 13:25:23 +0000
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Imagine a getaway that rejuvenates both your mind and body. Where stunning landscapes meet calm sports activities. A trip centered on unwinding, rather than rushing.
at Mon, 06 Jan 2025 10:06:58 +0000
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It’s one thing to capture a beautiful mountain or city picture, but another to share with friends and family or a bigger audience. That could be quite a problem due to the wide range of devices and the different platforms on which pictures must be viewed.
at Mon, 06 Jan 2025 09:59:40 +0000
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Famous for its bourbon, horse racing, and Southern hospitality, Louisville is set to dazzle visitors in 2025 with an exciting lineup of events, openings, and a nod to its storied history. From iconic celebrations to new attractions, Bourbon City is ready to shine brighter than ever.
at Mon, 06 Jan 2025 09:45:57 +0000
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Famous for its bourbon, horse racing, and Southern hospitality, Louisville is set to dazzle visitors in 2025 with an exciting lineup of events, openings, and a nod to its storied history. From iconic celebrations to new attractions, Bourbon City is ready to shine brighter than ever.
at Mon, 06 Jan 2025 09:45:38 +0000
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This week marked the highly anticipated opening of Nobu Hotel Caesars New Orleans, the third in partnership with Caesars Entertainment. The hotel brings the world-renowned Nobu experience to the vibrant cultural hub of New Orleans from the rapidly expanding luxury lifestyle brand.
at Mon, 06 Jan 2025 06:27:50 +0000
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Spirit Airlines is launching a new nonstop route between San Antonio, Texas, and San Juan, Puerto Rico in March.
The route, which will begin on March 5, 2025, will mark San Antonio International Airport’s first nonstop flight to San Juan. Service to Puerto Rico’s capital will run year-round up to four days a week, according to airport officials.
at Mon, 06 Jan 2025 06:23:48 +0000
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Emirates marked a significant milestone as its first Airbus A350 entered commercial service, operating its inaugural flight from Dubai to Edinburgh. Emirates newest aircraft combines next-generation cabin design and exceptional passenger comfort paired with outstanding onboard service.
The aircraft, featuring Emirates’ latest cabin products is the first of 65 A350s joining the airline’s fleet over the coming years.
at Mon, 06 Jan 2025 06:19:02 +0000
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Japan Airlines (JL) recently bid farewell to its iconic Boeing 777-300ER on the Tokyo Haneda (HND)-London (LHR) route, marking the end of an era for this aircraft’s international operations.
at Mon, 06 Jan 2025 06:18:58 +0000
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IndiGo Airlines will reportedly wet-lease six B787-9s from Norse Atlantic Airways in 2025, while it is simultaneously in talks with Airbus about accelerating the deliveries of its first firm-ordered A350-900s to hasten its entry into the long-haul market.
at Mon, 06 Jan 2025 06:13:08 +0000
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All African passport holders are now able to visit Ghana without needing a visa, outgoing President Nana Akufo-Addo has said.
He announced the plan last month but in his final state-of-the-nation address on Friday he said that the policy had come into effect at the beginning of the year.
at Mon, 06 Jan 2025 06:10:10 +0000
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The Ministry of Tourism and Sports, in collaboration with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), has officially launched the “Amazing Thailand Grand Tourism & Sports Year 2025” campaign, aiming to attract 40 million foreign visitors and generate 2.8 trillion baht in tourism revenue this year.
at Mon, 06 Jan 2025 06:08:47 +0000
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Representatives of Antalya’s tourism sector, Türkiye’s crown jewel of travel destinations, aim to attract over 18.5 million tourists in 2025, with a particular focus on increasing French visitor numbers, following a record-breaking 17 million in 2024.
at Mon, 06 Jan 2025 06:05:56 +0000
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Hanoi tourism thrives by transforming heritage into unique experiences, attracting millions of visitors with innovative programs at iconic cultural sites.
As we passed through the entrance of Hoa Lo Prison, we came across a lively group of international visitors enthusiastically holding their tickets, hurrying toward the much-anticipated “Sacred Night” experience.
at Mon, 06 Jan 2025 06:05:04 +0000
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In an age where influencers and celebrities are redefining travel, Priyanka Chopra’s recent journey to Jeddah with husband Nick Jonas underscores a burgeoning shift in global tourism dynamics. Their escapade, from desert thrills to culinary delights, wasn’t just fun and games; it hinted at larger trends shaping the future of travel.
at Mon, 06 Jan 2025 06:03:14 +0000
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Qatar Airways, the World’s Best Airline as voted by Skytrax in 2024, has landed its first resumption flight at Abha International Airport (AHB), on Thursday, 2 January 2025. The airline will operate two weekly flights to Abha, offering seamless connectivity on Qatar Airways’ extensive global network of over 170 destinations.
at Mon, 06 Jan 2025 05:45:34 +0000
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Britain has been hit by severe travel disruption today (Sunday) as an Arctic blast continues to batter the country, bringing heavy snow, freezing rain, and ice. Up to 16 inches of snow is expected in some areas, leaving airports, roads, and public services struggling to cope.
at Sun, 05 Jan 2025 16:07:50 +0000
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Norwegian Cruise Line® (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel, today announced the two-time Emmy®-Award-winning actor, Eric Stonestreet, as the Company’s new brand ambassador and star of its newest advertising campaign, “Experience More.”
at Sun, 05 Jan 2025 07:35:09 +0000
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Turkish Airlines, driven by its mission to offer guests a peerless travel experience, is now carrying Türkiye’s unparalleled cultural treasures to the skies. The new amenity kit collection, called the “UNESCO Türkiye Series,” is inspired by six outstanding UNESCO World Heritage sites in Türkiye which are Nemrut, Göbeklitepe, Cappadocia, Ephesus, Ani, and Troy along with four different ebru (Turkish Marbling) designs and three traditional carpet-rug motifs.
at Sun, 05 Jan 2025 07:30:11 +0000
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Egypt, one of North Africa’s most historically rich nations, has seen a significant rise in international tourist arrivals, surpassing countries like Morocco and Tunisia. According to the latest figures from data platform Statista, Egypt emerged as the leader in African tourism in 2023. The country welcomed 14.9 million international visitors in that year, outperforming Morocco, which recorded 14.5 million, and Tunisia, with 9.4 million.
at Sun, 05 Jan 2025 06:22:18 +0000
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Emirates’ Airbus A380, the world’s largest passenger aircraft, has touched down in Copenhagen for the first time since March 2020. Emirates is currently the only international airline to operate the A380 to Denmark. The A380 touched down just in time to celebrate the airport’s jubilee, marking 100 years of operational excellence.
at Sun, 05 Jan 2025 06:16:02 +0000
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New Zealand’s tourism industry is well-positioned to set international visitor records in 2025. Over the last few weeks, various government agencies have updated Vista requirements and safety advisories and clarified vaccination recommendations for visitors to the ‘Most Beautiful Country.’
at Sun, 05 Jan 2025 06:10:49 +0000
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Travelers planning a trip to California’s Inland Empire, which includes Joshua Tree National Park and Palm Springs, among other popular destinations, can now rely on “Joshua,” an AI travel genius that provides instant answers to any travel or tourism questions about the area. Joshua leverages GuideGeek artificial intelligence technology from Matador Network.
at Sun, 05 Jan 2025 06:06:44 +0000
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Taiwan welcomed over 7.85 million visitors in 2024, driving tourism growth with new markets, iconic festivals, and global visitor centers in key cities.
Chou plans to develop tourism markets within a four- to eight-hour flight radius of Taiwan in 2025, prioritizing India, New Zealand, and Australia. To enhance accessibility for foreign travelers, tourism information centers are set to open in Sydney and Mumbai this year, according to CNA.
at Sat, 04 Jan 2025 06:47:07 +0000
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The low-cost Hungarian airline company Wizz Air will resume flights between Israel and mainly 10 European destinations beginning Jan. 15, the Israeli business daily Globes reported on Tuesday. The airline company will reportedly offer flights between Ben-Gurion International Airport in Tel Aviv to Rome, London, Milan, Vienna, Krakow, Bucharest, and Athens but also the Middle Eastern hub Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates.
at Sat, 04 Jan 2025 06:45:36 +0000
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In recent years, many major airlines have improved their ability to track checked bags throughout the travel journey using technology like NFC scanning. But the process of finding mishandled bags did not keep pace. That changed in late 2024 when a number of carriers rushed to be the first to adopt Apple’s recently released option to share the location of AirTags and other Find My network devices.
at Sat, 04 Jan 2025 06:42:03 +0000
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China Southern Airlines unveils a new Shenyang-Dubai route with a Guangzhou stopover, delivering seamless travel, modern services, and enhanced connectivity.
at Sat, 04 Jan 2025 06:39:55 +0000
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Pegasus Airlines has announced the reinstatement of two domestic flight routes during the Northern summer of 2025, reconnecting Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport with Kahramanmaras and Izmir with Agri. These routes, which were last operated in early 2022, aim to meet the growing demand for domestic air travel and provide a vital boost to regional connectivity. The timing aligns with the peak summer travel season, when domestic and international visitors increasingly explore Turkey’s diverse destinations.
at Sat, 04 Jan 2025 06:36:07 +0000
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Singapore Airlines has launched a new business class amenity kit in collaboration with New York-based Le Labo Fragrances.
The pouch is made of waxed cotton canvas, which SIA said had been inspired by Le Labo’s “iconic lab aprons”, and has been designed for use as a travel document holder after the flight.
at Sat, 04 Jan 2025 06:34:22 +0000
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As the global tourism industry steps into 2025, a renewed emphasis on the symbiotic relationship between peace and tourism is set to redefine industry paradigms.
This shift is propelled by initiatives and discussions highlighting tourism’s potential as a catalyst for peace, cultural understanding, and sustainable development.
at Fri, 03 Jan 2025 07:31:54 +0000
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As more and more travellers plan trips around chasing passion-led events across the globem “gig-tripping” isn’t just a fad – it’s a whole new way to travel
at Fri, 03 Jan 2025 07:25:37 +0000
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Tourism in Europe’s hotspots continues to rise, but after protests in 2024, what can we expect for the coming year?
Last year was marked by a string of anti-tourism protests across Europe.
Locals and residents fought back to regain their cities with marches, campaigns, slogans and even water pistols.
at Fri, 03 Jan 2025 07:04:03 +0000
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A new phase in Swedish aviation begins as SAS significantly expands its route network on January 2, 2025. Accessibility across the country improves, with domestic flights concentrated at one airport in Stockholm. For the first time, travelers will be able to fly within Sweden, as well as to the rest of the world, via the same airport. Together, SAS and Stockholm Arlanda Airport are ready to offer seamless and pleasant experiences for new and returning passengers.
at Fri, 03 Jan 2025 06:44:52 +0000
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Sanctuary Spa Holidays, one of the world’s premier luxury travel and wellness resort directory services, is proud to unveil its new range of luxurious spa holidays in Portugal.
at Fri, 03 Jan 2025 06:08:55 +0000
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As the holiday season envelops us with warmth and joy, Cruzeiro Safaris Kenya takes a moment to express heartfelt gratitude to all who have chosen to embark on incredible journeys with them. May this Christmas bring you the vibrant energy of Kenya’s wildlife, the tranquility of the Masai Mara’s vast plains, and the heartfelt hospitality that defines every safari experience. We eagerly anticipate welcoming you on even more extraordinary adventures in the year ahead. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous 2025!
Start Your 2025 Safari Adventure with Cruzeiro Safaris Kenya
at Fri, 03 Jan 2025 06:05:53 +0000
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Africa is on the brink of a transportation revolution as it embarks on an ambitious plan to overhaul its rail infrastructure, with a high-speed rail network that could reshape the continent’s connectivity. The African Integrated High-Speed Railway Network (AIHSRN) is one of the largest infrastructural projects in Africa’s history, designed to connect the capitals of African states and major commercial hubs. This network promises to boost continental trade, enhance tourism, and position Africa as a key player in global transportation networks.
at Fri, 03 Jan 2025 06:05:48 +0000
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