Jamaica Tourism Minister Hon. Edmund Bartlett (seen right in the photo) and Minister without portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Senator, the Hon. Aubyn Hill (seen left) pause for a photograph with Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Investment, Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al-Falih, following a successful meeting in Saudi Arabia earlier today.
Creams and teals dominate the color scheme, creating a calming and earthy ambiance in the retreat in Venice. The use of teal hues reflects the colors of Venice's lagoon, mirroring the breathtaking views of the city and the Giudecca Canal from the suites. The building's history as a flour mill is honored with exposed wooden beams and brushed oak floors, adding warmth to the space. To add a touch of luxury, black lacquer tables by Chica and crystal chandeliers by Fortuny are incorporated. Wall...
GHA was established based on the airline alliance concept, aiming to assist independent hotel brands in competing against the prominent global competitors.
In 2023, the top five markets for visitation to Illinois, US were Canada, Mexico, India, the U.K., and Germany. Canada emerged as the leading market for international visitation, experiencing an impressive growth of 48% from 425,000 to 627,000 visitors. Overseas visitors, excluding Canada and Mexico, also showed significant growth, dramatically increasing from 963,000 visitors in 2022 to 1,347,000 in 2023, representing a 40% rise. India demonstrated substantial growth in visitors to Illinois...
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 World Tunnel Congress 2027, also known as WTC 2027, will be a gathering of over 2,700 esteemed professionals, researchers, policymakers, and companies from various sectors such as civil engineering, construction, transportation, and infrastructure. This event aims to facilitate the exchange of knowledge, showcase innovative ideas, and engage in discussions about the future of tunnelling and underground technology. Antwerp's choice emphasizes Belgium's significant contribution to the tunnel...
Caribbean Airlines will launch a new flight from Trinidad and Tobago, Barbados to San Juan, Puerto Rico, starting on July 14, 2024. Caribbean Airlines is based in Trinidad and offers regional flights via Barbados.Garvin Medera, CEO of Caribbean Airlines, commented on the new route, stating, "We are excited to expand our passenger and cargo services to San Juan, Puerto Rico, as part of our ongoing effort to better connect the Caribbean. This move is crucial to our growth strategy and represents...
Princess Cruises has updated the routes for its two 2025 World Cruises, eliminating stops in the Middle East and Asia while introducing new destinations in Africa and Europe.
Chinese carrier will begin operating a weekly round-trip route connecting Shanghai, Xi’an, and Budapest on Saturdays starting from 22 June.
Sabre Corporation and the Kilroy Group, a prominent European hybrid multibrand Travel Agency, have recently announced the extension of their multi-year agreement. The renewal of their business partnership emphasizes the long-standing and robust partnership between the two companies, which has lasted for more than twenty years. The Kilroy Group will utilize Sabre's advanced technology solutions such as Sabre Bargain Finder Max, Sabre Automation Hub, and Sabre Direct Pay to propel its business...
Neal Herman has been appointed as the President of Punta Cacique, a recently established upscale beach community, by Revolution Places, the real estate and hospitality investment division of Revolution, LLC.
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...
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...
The Macao Government Tourism Office initiated the "Experience Macao Singapore Roadshow" on 25 April 2024 at Suntec City Atrium. Galaxy Macau Integrated Resort has been actively endorsing and engaging in the promotional initiatives of the Macau SAR Government. Furthermore, it consistently collaborates with both the government and industry associates to enhance the influx of international visitors. The Macao Government Tourism Office initiated the "Experience Macao Singapore Roadshow" on 25 April...
OYO has recently revealed a new partnership with Stripe aimed at enhancing the payment process for both customers and hotel owners in the US. This collaboration will offer hotel owners a convenient and flexible solution for in-person payments through Stripe Terminal at their establishments. OYO has also introduced a virtual front desk solution for its partner hotels in the United States. This self-check-in technology is seamlessly integrated with smart lock systems, enabling guests to access...
Queen Anne, the 249th vessel in the Cunard fleet and the third constructed by Fincantieri.
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...
Dusko's extensive background in operational roles within well-known hotels brings a valuable level of experience to his current position.
Choice Hotels is recognized as one of the largest lodging franchisors, currently franchises over 7,500 hotels, included in Hotelbeds' hotel portfolio, with a total of nearly 630,000 rooms available in 46 countries and territories worldwide. The strategic agreement with Hotelbeds is a significant step in expanding their longstanding partnership. This agreement not only opens up new avenues for revenue generation and international exposure for their U.S. franchisees but also reinforces their...
