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Novotel Deira Creekside and Novotel Suites Mall Avenue are proud to advance their sustainability commitments through the NOVO25 campaign, inspired by the UAE’s Year of Community 2025. Embracing a holistic and impactful approach, the hotels have launched a range of initiatives focused on marine conservation, waste reduction, community education, and responsible dining practices, all aligned with Novotel’s Positive Impact Plan to rebalance its impact on the ocean through four key pillars: Reducing plastic & carbon footprint impact, Introducing delicious, healthier and more sustainable food choices, Enhancing education & ocean awareness and contributing to research & innovation
at Wed, 04 Jun 2025 06:11:20 +0000
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Alaska Airlines is continuing the celebration of our new global gateway in Seattle by adding Rome, Italy, to our international destination lineup. This is the first time in history that the “Emerald City” will be connected to the “Eternal City” via a nonstop flight. Flights to Rome will be available at alaskaair.com and hawaiianairlines.com when fares go on sale this fall, so start planning your Italian vacation now.
at Wed, 04 Jun 2025 05:59:51 +0000
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Four Seasons, in partnership with Strategic Property Partners, announce plans for a new luxury hotel and private residences in Charleston, South Carolina.
at Wed, 04 Jun 2025 05:58:47 +0000
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Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest and most successful lodging franchisors, continues to expand its international footprint, with 31 hotels and more than 3,300 rooms on-boarded year-to-date outside of the U.S., and over 11,000 rooms added to the pipeline over the same period, resulting in a net pipeline increase of 95% since the beginning of the year.
at Wed, 04 Jun 2025 05:56:03 +0000
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Holland America Line will expand its presence in Northern Europe with a third dedicated ship in 2027, providing guests with more chances to discover the region with a cruise line known for its deep-rooted expertise in the area. Guests embarking on one of the cruises can expect to discover the sparkling cities and otherworldly beauty of Scandinavia, Greenland, the Baltics and the British Isles — while also enjoying an authentic onboard experience.
at Wed, 04 Jun 2025 05:53:58 +0000
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H World Group Limited, a leading hospitality group, has released its 2024 Sustainability Report, reaffirming its commitment to sustainable growth powered by innovation, inclusion, and bold environmental action. Recognized as the “Outstanding ESG Practice Cases of 2024” by the China Association for Public Companies, the company continued to enhance its ESG practices and drive sustainable development across the industry.
at Wed, 04 Jun 2025 05:49:15 +0000
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Moxy Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, brings its signature bold and playful energy to Türkiye with the opening of Moxy Istanbul Beyoğlu. Nestled in the heart of Istanbul’s iconic Beyoğlu district, the hotel marks an exciting debut for the brand, showcasing its unique style in the bustling city.
at Wed, 04 Jun 2025 05:38:45 +0000
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Westin Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, proudly announces the opening of The Westin Nirup Island Resort & Spa, Batam, an oasis of well-being nestled on the breathtaking Nirup Island. Just a 20-minute ferry ride from Singapore’s Harbourfront Terminal or 40-minute away from Harbour Bay Batam, this wellness-focused sanctuary spans the entire private island, offering an immersive escape where guests can recharge and reconnect through transformative experiences. From nature walks to snorkeling, wellness workshops and more, guests can rejuvenate themselves amidst lush tropical landscapes and pristine coastal beauty.
at Wed, 04 Jun 2025 05:36:20 +0000
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CaptainBook, a booking management system that simplifies tour and activity bookings through automation and control, has just launched the industry’s first native AI Assistant embedded within a reservation technology (restech) platform and tailored specifically for the Tours & Experiences sector. This assistant is fully integrated with each operator’s live inventory and trained on their specific offerings, allowing it to deliver prompt and accurate responses to customer inquiries regarding availability, pricing, and inclusions, while communicating in a natural and human-like manner that surpasses generic chatbots and basic FAQ tools.
at Wed, 04 Jun 2025 05:32:05 +0000
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St Pancras London will rebrand as part of Autograph Collection Hotels on 3rd June 2025, joining a global portfolio of over 300 independent hotels. The rebrand introduces a new guest experience shaped by time-honoured traditions — a series of rituals, storytelling moments and sensory details inspired by the hotel’s 150-year history. It will also see the iconic London hotel undergo an extensive refurbishment to its 245 rooms and suites spread across both Barlow House and the Chambers Suites.
at Wed, 04 Jun 2025 05:30:48 +0000
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The TOURISE Awards have officially launched as a new global benchmark celebrating excellence in tourism destinations. Created to honour places that are shaping the future of travel, the Awards spotlight destinations delivering meaningful, memorable, and measurable value across the traveller journey. Nominations are now open to individual travellers, industry professionals, and organisations passionate about recognising the world’s most exceptional places.
at Wed, 04 Jun 2025 05:26:30 +0000
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Julia Simpson, WTTC President & CEO, said: “On behalf of the World Travel & Tourism Council, our Members and the global travel community, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais on her historic nomination as the first woman Secretary-General of UN Tourism. Her appointment marks a significant milestone, reflecting the evolving leadership within our sector.”
“Shaikha Al Nowais’s extensive experience in hospitality and her commitment to sustainability, digital equity, and inclusive governance align seamlessly with our shared vision for a resilient and forward-thinking tourism sector. We look forward to collaborating closely with her to drive this vision.”
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:47:45 +0000
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The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), in partnership with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), announced the launch of the Tourism Task Force during the Plenary Meeting of the Americas Business Dialogue (ABD) – a public-private platform to elevate Travel & Tourism as a key driver of growth, jobs, and resilience across Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC).
The Task Force will convene throughout 2025 to shape policy recommendations and investment strategies. Its conclusions will be presented at the CEO Summit of the Americas in Punta Cana this December, offering a blueprint for regional collaboration in Travel & Tourism.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:40:40 +0000
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The 81st International Air Transport Association (IATA) Annual General Meeting (AGM) convened in New Delhi, marking a significant return to India after over four decades. The summit spotlighted the aviation industry’s trajectory towards growth, its commitment to sustainability, and the unique challenges faced across different regions.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:26:09 +0000
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New direct route between the Algarve and Madeira already in operation with two flights a week until September
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:12:09 +0000
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The ATM Travel Trends Report 2025, by Arabian Travel Market and Tourism Economics, forecasts a 50% rise in Middle East travel spending by 2030. Inbound travel is expected to grow 13% annually from 2025 to 2030, driven by markets in Asia and Africa. Business and luxury travel are also expanding as the region emerges as a global hub for sports and entertainment.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 14:48:07 +0000
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The Middle East continues to emerge as a global aviation powerhouse, thanks to a confluence of favorable geography, government support, and significant infrastructure investment. According to Willie Walsh, Director-General of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the region’s success is the result of strategic coordination between governments and airlines, robust infrastructure development, and the creation of both strong hub connectivity and origin-destination traffic.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 14:32:11 +0000
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Car rentals have become an essential part of the global travel experience. For both business travellers and holidaymakers, the ability to pick up a vehicle at the airport and hit the road offers freedom, flexibility and efficiency. However, beyond the convenience lies a growing and dynamic industry that plays a key role in tourism, local economies and modern mobility.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 13:17:24 +0000
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Explore the activities and ticket prices for KidZania Kuala Lumpur in 2025.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 13:10:16 +0000
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Sabre Corporation, a leading global travel technology company, announced a new agreement with SalamAir, Oman’s leading low-cost carrier. This collaboration will utilize Sabre’s marketplace to enhance SalamAir’s global visibility, expand its market reach, and drive revenue growth.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 10:31:35 +0000
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Marking a new record number of visitors in the last year, the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) emphasized the high-performing visitor economy and communicated the benefits of tourism in Miami-Dade County at its annual State of the Travel & Tourism Industry event. More than 600 attendees, including GMCVB industry partners, government officials and community leaders, gathered at Jungle Island to celebrate Greater Miami and Miami Beach’s robust tourism ecosystem and one of the destination’s main economic drivers.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 09:29:35 +0000
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1 Hotels, the mission-driven luxury lifestyle brand founded by hospitality visionary Barry Sternlicht, is thrilled to announce that reservations are now open for 1 Hotel Copenhagen, a nature sanctuary set to open in August in the heart of Denmark’s capital. The property is a reimagining of the Skt. Petri, an iconic hotel in the historic Latin Quarter. 1 Hotels is transforming the space into a 282-room retreat that combines the brand’s trademark biophilic design with Scandinavian craftsmanship, integrating organic textures, reclaimed materials, and native greenery to create an urban oasis.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 08:33:17 +0000
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Emirates and Air China have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a strategic framework for expanding their existing reciprocal interline cooperation.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 07:38:49 +0000
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oneworld® alliance continues to enhance its global capabilities and build a powerful go forward strategy with the appointment of three senior executives to its leadership team.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 07:36:37 +0000
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Cunard has unveiled its latest program of extraordinary voyages with 195 new itineraries across its iconic fleet, visiting 115 destinations in 32 countries between April 2027 and January 2028.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 07:00:09 +0000
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IFS, the leading provider of enterprise cloud and Industrial AI software, today announced that Japan Airlines (JAL), Japan’s flagship airline and one of Asia’s premier carriers, has initiated a project to implement IFS Cloud for Aviation Maintenance, aiming to modernize its aircraft maintenance management system that has been in operation for over 15 years.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:37:20 +0000
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IFS, the leading provider of enterprise cloud and Industrial AI software, today announced that Japan Airlines (JAL), Japan’s flagship airline and one of Asia’s premier carriers, has initiated a project to implement IFS Cloud for Aviation Maintenance, aiming to modernize its aircraft maintenance management system that has been in operation for over 15 years.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:37:16 +0000
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Atlas Ocean Voyages, the leader in luxury, yacht-style expedition cruising, announces a new limited-time Extended Journeys offer.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:35:25 +0000
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Atlas Ocean Voyages, the leader in luxury, yacht-style expedition cruising, announces a new limited-time Extended Journeys offer. Available on bookings made by June 30, 2025, guests who reserve select back-to-back expeditions combined into an Extended Journey sailing between September 2025 and September 2026 will receive a third expedition FREE. Choose from Polar, Epicurean, and Cultural Expeditions, exploring Northern Europe, the Mediterranean, and the High Arctic for 28 days or longer.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:35:05 +0000
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EVA Air remains at the forefront of innovation and advancing safety measures whenever possible. At the 81st International Air Transport Association (IATA) Annual General Meeting and World Air Transport Summit (WATS), EVA Air President Clay Sun and IATA Director General Willie Walsh signed a cooperation agreement announcing EVA Air’s official membership in the IATA’s Turbulence Aware platform.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:33:30 +0000
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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and Amadeus are integrating flight-specific emissions data from IATA CO2 Connect in the Amadeus Travel Platform. This will allow airlines, travel agents, corporate travel managers, and online platforms that request IATA CO2 Connect data to provide travelers with a new source of trusted emissions data at the point of booking.
IATA CO2 Connect uses real operational data, such as aircraft type-specific fuel consumption, directly contributed by over 70 airlines and calculated using a globally standardized methodology.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:30:03 +0000
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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that GOL and TAP Air Portugal have become the first airlines to use IATA FuelIS—an advanced analytics solution designed to help airlines optimize fuel consumption.
IATA’s net-zero carbon emissions roadmap (pdf) highlights that technology and operational efficiency improvements—which directly lower fuel consumption—are expected to contribute to about 10% of the emissions reduction in 2050*.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:28:31 +0000
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Malaysia Airlines proudly unveiled a specially designed Manchester United themed livery on its A330-300 aircraft, celebrating its ongoing role as the football club’s Official Commercial Airline Partner. The special aircraft will carry the First Team to their next match scheduled in Hong Kong on 30 May 2025 as part of its Post-Season Tour in Asia, showcasing a bold design that merges the airline’s iconic Malaysia flag livery with Manchester United’s iconic red - symbolising the shared values of passion, pride, and global unity.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:26:58 +0000
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Turkish Airlines, the airline flying to more countries than any other, unveiled the first chapter of its new art exhibition series, Art of Connection, at Future Stores on Oxford Street in London.
This debut installation exhibition featured the works of five internationally acclaimed artists; Leandro Alzate, Omar Aqil, Shan Jiang, Karan Singh, and Rlon Wang. Each artist presents a unique interpretation of Turkish Airlines’ global network and its role in connecting cultures and continents.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:24:57 +0000
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Turkish Airlines, the airline flying to more countries than any other, unveiled the first chapter of its new art exhibition series, Art of Connection, at Future Stores on Oxford Street in London.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:24:28 +0000
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Five Red Star, two Michelin-Key The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa in Bath is welcoming the summer season with a host of events, experiences, and cultural offerings, open to guests and locals alike. The brand new Taittinger Champagne Terrace invites guests to relax in the sunshine with a glass of fizz, or to enjoy some live music at one of the regular DJ nights and live jazz evenings. For those seeking culture, in the stunning gardens of the hotel Axle Arts and Somerset Art Works will hold an outdoor sculpture exhibition, featuring a variety of sculptures by renowned and emerging artists, all from the local area. What’s more, Bath is set to be an especially popular destination this year, thanks to Jane Austen 250, and those attending the festival or visiting in the run up can book The Jane Austen Experience, inviting overnight guests to step back into Regency-era Bath.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:22:00 +0000
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Turkish Airlines and Thai Airways (THAI) have announced a codeshare agreement to drive more passenger traffic between Türkiye and Thailand.
The flag carriers signed a joint business agreement in Delhi at the IATA Annual General Meeting on 1 June 2025, extending an alliance that began in December 2023 when Thai Airways launched daily flights from Bangkok to Istanbul.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:20:13 +0000
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Building on the strategic collaboration announced at Arabian Travel Market 2025, the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Rotana, the Middle East’s leading hospitality company, have now unveiled the first phase of their joint initiative to boost summer tourism to the emirate.
This partnership aims to address seasonal travel lulls and strengthen Abu Dhabi’s positioning as a dynamic, year-round destination. With Rotana’s strong regional appeal and global loyalty network, the collaboration is primed to drive bookings across Abu Dhabi’s diverse source markets, particularly the GCC.
at Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:17:07 +0000
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Turkish Airlines Chairman of the Board and the Executive Committee, Prof. Ahmet Bolat, has been re-elected to the Board of Directors of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) for a second term during the IATA’s 81st Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in New Delhi. During his three-year tenure, Prof. Bolat will continue to contribute to the global aviation vision and represent the industry among other leading aviation executives.
at Mon, 02 Jun 2025 11:40:24 +0000
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flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, inaugurated its operations to Syria with the resumption of flights to Damascus. The inaugural flight FZ 115 touched down in Damascus International Airport (DAM) on 01 June to a water cannon salute. The inaugural flight marks the start of flydubai’s daily flights to Damascus.
at Mon, 02 Jun 2025 10:32:55 +0000
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