The world’s longest hanging pedestrian bridge opened Saturday in the Swiss Alps near the town of Zermatt. The structure measures 494 meters in length and hangs 85 meters above the Grabengufer ravine. The Zermatt Tourist board claims it’s the world’s longest hanging bridge, although a similar bridge in Austria hangs 110m higher off the ground. […]
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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...
The United States is Alberta's primary bilateral trade partner and the top inbound tourism market for the province.
As per the terms of this strategic partnership, Ethiopian Skylight Hotel will take on the responsibility of operating and managing the remarkable Chebera Churchura Elephant Paw Lodge, Halala Kella Lodge, Gorgora Ecolodge, and Wonchi EcoLodge. Each Legacy Lodge provides a distinct encounter that highlights Ethiopia's natural splendor and cultural heritage. The primary objective of this new partnership is to enhance the tourism experience in Ethiopia by leveraging Ethiopian Airlines Group's...
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.
Today in Québec City, the groundbreaking ceremony for the Espace Riopelle pavilion was held. This visionary expansion of the Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec (MNBAQ) is a significant project valued at $84 million. Inspired by the renowned artist Jean-Paul Riopelle, who captivated the world with his fearless creativity and iconic artworks, the pavilion is dedicated to preserving his legacy. The MNBAQ announced this initiative last year during the celebration of Riopelle's 100th...
Eurowings announced a new route connecting Hannover and Milan Bergamo Airport on 6 May. This will improve the travel options between Italy and a major business and trade fair hub in Germany, serving both leisure and business passengers. Initially, flights will run twice a week on Mondays and Fridays, but this will increase to four times a week starting from 4 September, with extra flights on Wednesdays and Sundays. The airline will deploy its Airbus A320 aircraft for this route. The inclusion...
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...
The educational event centered around a captivating speech by Dr. Tharaka Gunarathne, who shared innovative techniques rooted in brain science to boost efficiency and alleviate stress. The comprehensive agenda also encompassed sessions on the social and economic ramifications of the events, the harmonious relationship between technology and human creativity in event planning, and practical tips for effective public speaking. Noteworthy workshops encompassed 'Embracing the Future with Limited...
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...
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...
The expedition will explore four iconic regions in Northern Norway: the Lyngen Alps, Senja, Lofoten, and Vesterålen, uncovering hidden gems in each during ten scheduled sailings from January to March 2026. Departing from and returning to Tromsø, the expedition aboard MS Spitsbergen promises a completely all-inclusive experience. Guests will delve deep into Norwegian culture and the spectacular winter landscapes through three bespoke experiences unique to HX, including a bonfire under the polar...
Chinese carrier will begin operating a weekly round-trip route connecting Shanghai, Xi’an, and Budapest on Saturdays starting from 22 June.
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...
A major at the San Diego, at the location of Ruby's Restaurant, is destroying this famous tourism landmark.
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...
The 2024 edition of WTM Latin America concluded with the announcement of an increase in all metrics, from visitor entries to exhibition area. A total of 29,247 participants attended the show, an increase of 8.1% over the 27,044 attendees in 2023. The number of confirmed meetings through the ConnectMe platform increased by 8.5% – from 6,358 in 2023 to 6,903 in 2024. Throughout the corridors, exhibitors celebrated connections and contracts signed during the event. The three theatres hosted 54...
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...
Emirates will resume flight operations from Dubai to Edinburgh starting from 4 November 2024. The highly anticipated return to the Scottish capital will complement the airline’s current A380 daily flight to Glasgow and offer customers 14 weekly flights to/from the country. The Dubai to Edinburgh route will be served by the Emirates A350-900 aircraft in a three-class configuration: 32 lie-flat seats in Business Class, 21 seats in Premium Economy, and 259 seats in Economy Class. Emirates flight...
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...
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...
