Qatar Airways has celebrated 10 years of unparalleled service to the United States by illuminating the Empire State Building in its signature burgundy and white colors. Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive His Excellency, Mr. Akbar Al Baker said: “We were honored to display our colours on one of the most iconic skyscrapers in the world, […]
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Holland America Line has initiated a long-term biofuel trial on its flagship, Rotterdam, utilizing 100% low carbon intensity biofuel during its voyage through the Norwegian World Heritage Fjords. The vessel was fueled with biofuel prior to departing from the Port of Rotterdam, the Netherlands, on April 27, 2024, and will run one of its four engines on low carbon intensity oil sourced from organic waste or residues that are certified in accordance with the EU Renewable Energy Directive while...
Today, Travelport, a worldwide technology company that facilitates travel bookings for numerous travel suppliers, has announced its renewal of the content agreement with flynas, the dominant low-cost airline in the Middle East. Travelport has secured a long-term agreement, ensuring that Travelport's agency clients will maintain uninterrupted access to Flynas's diverse assortment of products and ancillary services via the Travelport+ platform. With Flynas's ongoing expansion in the Middle East...
Kahului Airport will introduce CLEAR, a travel services provider, which will offer its optional identification verification services.
Technology provider Sabre Hospitality, a division of Sabre Corporation technology, announced a multi-year renewal with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. This follows the hotel franchisor’s successful adoption of SynXis Property Hub, Sabre Hospitality’s property management system (PMS). With seamless integration to SynXis Central Reservation System as a single source of truth, SynXis Property Hub increases operational efficiency by reducing the time to execute routine tasks. It allows hoteliers to...
The Anguilla Tourist Board (ATB) participated in Amour Global 2024, a trade event focused on luxury romance travel and destination weddings held in Sardinia, Italy from April 24 to 28, 2024. Represented by Mrs. Chantelle M. Richardson, Deputy Director of Tourism, and Mrs. Vivian Chambers, US Sales Representative, the Board showcased its offerings at the event. Amour Global serves as a significant gathering for leading destination wedding planners and honeymoon specialists to connect with...
The Sustainable Tourism Conference (STC 2024) organized by the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) in collaboration with the Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) brings together a carefully selected group of industry leaders and development partners.
Carnival Corporation & plc has successfully concluded the fleetwide integration of LR OneOcean's EnviroManager+ software. This implementation represents the most thorough and data-intensive utilization of the LR OneOcean platform to date, establishing a new standard for maritime journey and environmental planning. The software is expected to improve passage planning efficiency and facilitate compliance with a wide range of environmental regulations at international, regional, national, and...
The United States is Alberta's primary bilateral trade partner and the top inbound tourism market for the province.
Marozzi joined Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa in January 2022 and previously held the position of director of memberships at Cabana Beach Club. Marozzi possesses a wealth of sales and marketing experience within the hospitality industry, making her an ideal candidate for the position. She has a strong background in working with private club organizations, including Invited (formerly ClubCorp) and Florida Yacht Club. Marozzi is a highly motivated sales professional with a proven track...
CLEAR CEO Caryn Seidman-Becker stated that the combination of TSA PreCheck with enrollment by CLEAR offers a quick and effective airport experience, emphasizing that this partnership will greatly benefit US travelers by providing them with additional enrollment locations, extended hours of operation, and various other advantages.
The Sultanate of Oman has officially unveiled its second national pavilion at the 60th International Exhibition Centre. International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia from April 20 to November 24, 2024.
The company is actively making strategic investments to secure its future and boost revenue for hotel owners and operators. With its exceptional Global Group Sales team, the company successfully generated nearly $100 million in additional Gross Room Revenue for hotels within the Choice system within a year of integrating the Radisson Americas global sales team in October 2022. Furthermore, Choice is revamping its Choice Privileges rewards program to create a more experiential and emotional...
The iconic Hotel Central by Lek Hang Group in Macao triumphantly opens its doors following a remarkable transformation fueled by an investment exceeding HKD 2 billion. This historic establishment, steeped in over a century of heritage, is a testament to the Group's unwavering dedication to revitalizing the city's cultural landscape. Founded in 1991, Lek Hang Group has emerged as a cornerstone of Macau's dynamic business landscape, guided by the principles of diligence and focus.
Commonwealth Hotels made an announcement today regarding the appointment of Latrina Wright as the general manager of the Residence Inn by Marriott Kenwood. With more than two decades of experience in the hospitality industry, Ms. Wright is well-equipped to take on her new position after serving as the general manager of the Residence Inn & Suites in Mason, Ohio. Ms. Wright, a seasoned leader in operations and sales, is tasked with supervising and carrying out the hotel and property operations...
To incorporate both ancient and contemporary African customs, visitors will have the opportunity to acquire the skill of basket weaving, a practice still employed by local fishermen to ensnare their catch or strain sorghum using grass baskets. In an area devoid of game drives or hectic safari itineraries, Nxamaseri Island Lodge has curated personalized activity schedules and interactive experiences to showcase its unpretentious and hospitable allure. These include fly fishing, sport fishing...
PlaneSmart manages every aspect of aircraft operations. The company backs the purchase through its own resources and coordinates all crew hiring and training, routine maintenance, and unscheduled repairs.
A major at the San Diego, at the location of Ruby's Restaurant, is destroying this famous tourism landmark.
By launching new key routes linking Milan Bergamo with major cities in western Asia and the Gulf region, international airlines are set to expand their services in northern Italy and improve access to distant markets. For this upcoming summer, Milan Bergamo Airport announced the commencement of flights to five destinations in the region, such as Istanbul, Dubai, Sharjah, Amman, and Tel Aviv. This will provide travelers with the chance to discover these dynamic cities, conduct business, or...
Queen Anne, the 249th vessel in the Cunard fleet and the third constructed by Fincantieri.
Emirates is taking a serious approach to supporting the reduction of fossil fuels in the commercial aviation industry. The airline is investing $200 million in this project. The University of Cambridge’s Whittle Laboratory and the Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) co-le the AIA initiative. It is an international group of multidisciplinary experts developing evidence-based systems, modeling capability, visualizations, and specialized tools to support policymakers, the aviation...
