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Why VisitBritain Had to Create a New Executive Position
The national tourism agency for Britain, VisitBritain, announced today that it has created a new executive position and named the person who will fill this post. Carl Walsh will be the new Senior Vice President, USA, based out of New York. It will be his job to spearhead initiatives across America and spur growth from the American market to Britain. His job will include collaborating in cross-government activities as well as the implementation of trade and communications strategies. The USA...
TPCC – Tourism Panel on Climate Change launches Beyond the Horizon
"Tourism in a Finite, Climate Challenged World" interviewed by Prof. Geoffrey Lipman, TPCC Executive Board Member.
Shanghai Airlines New Budapest to Shanghai and Xi’an Flight
Chinese carrier will begin operating a weekly round-trip route connecting Shanghai, Xi’an, and Budapest on Saturdays starting from 22 June.
Tokyo Station Hotel: Unprecedented Among Japanese Hotels
The Tokyo Station Hotel in Japan has applied the Carbon Neutral Stay program to all its rooms booked through any channels beginning in April.
Plane Smart!
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.
Marriott, Hilton, Accor, Hyatt, IHG Leaders Converge
Event brings hospitality leaders together in New York with investors, advisors and assets managers and operators.
Six New Asian Routes from WestJet and Korean Air Deal
Starting on May 17, 2024, WestJet passengers will be able to reach six more cities in four Asian countries from Incheon International Airport (ICN) thanks to the extension of WestJet’s codeshare partnership with Korean Air. After WestJet’s expansion into Asia, the airline has now unveiled a new seasonal route connecting YYC and ICN. Commencing on May 17, 2023, this service will be operated by WestJet’s 787 Dreamliner, offering up to three weekly flights during peak travel...
Pure Grenada: People, Planet, Prosperity, Purpose, and Partnership
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.
Oman will Shine in Venice at the 60th International Art Exhibition
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.
WestJet Buys First SAF from Shell Aviation
SAF sourced from Shell Aviation is mixed with regular jet fuel to satisfy all certification and safety standards.
New Queen Anne Cruise Ship Joins Cunard Fleet
Queen Anne, the 249th vessel in the Cunard fleet and the third constructed by Fincantieri.
Star Princess Delivery Put on Hold
Star Princess is the second in the new Sphere Class of ships for Princess. Sister ship Sun Princess, built by Fincantieri in Monfalcone, debuted in February.
New Director of Operations at DUKES London Mayfair hotel
Dusko's extensive background in operational roles within well-known hotels brings a valuable level of experience to his current position.
Global Hotel Alliance at Berlin Hospitality Investment Forum
GHA was established based on the airline alliance concept, aiming to assist independent hotel brands in competing against the prominent global competitors.
A visitor can live like a local in San Antonio in a Marriott
Marriott Hotels announced a smart and creative way to get visitors to San Antonio, Texas -and of course, they need to make sure those coming to stay in their hotels. As a reward, they let visitors live like locals.
The Rich Go to Costa Rica
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.
Southwest Democratizing the Skies with The Big Flex
"The Big Flex" focuses on narratives of Customers who take advantage of Southwest's adaptable policies.
Euroairlines and Iron Travel Launch New Cuba-UK Routes
These exclusive routes will connect the cities of London and Manchester with Holguín and Cayo Coco in Cuba.
Anades Hotel in Mykonos is Ready for Wealthy Tourists
Anandes Hotel wants to be unique and different as a new small luxury hotel on the LGBT-friendly island of Mykonos in Greece. Mykonos is located in the heart of the Cyclades group.
Ascend Airways got its license to fly
Ascend Airways, UK's newest airline, operating a fleet of the latest B737 Boeing aircraft with services tailored to our customer’s requirements is ready to get started.
Czech Airline Technics Records a Profit
Czech Airlines Technics (CSAT), part of the Prague Airport company, has recorded a profit year for the first time since 2019.
The Brits are Coming to Turks and Caicos
Experience Turks and Caicos saw a increase in visitors arrivals from the United Kingdom to the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Anguilla Tourist Board got Smart in St. Maarten
The Anguilla Tourist Board (ATB) led a public and private sector delegation from Anguilla to attend SMART 2024 in neighboring St. Maarten from April 8 - 11, 2024.
Indian Luxury Hotel Group Leela Loves its Palaces, its Eggs, and Hates Cages
The Leela, a five-star hotel group in India, is committed to 100% cage-free eggs across all of its properties. The company announced its new cage-free egg commitment on its website, stating, “In our endeavor to promote compassionate and environment-friendly food choices, we at The Leela are making the transition to procure cage-free eggs, and we aim to make our entire egg supply chain certified barn-laid or cage-free by 2029.” Cage-free eggs come from hens that are not kept in...
The Ute People Knew: Glenwood Hot Springs Resort was Big Medicine
On US Independent Day, July 4, 1988, the Glenwood Hot Springs Resort opened and will expand its new Yampah Mineral Baths in late May of 2024.
Atlanta International Airport Targets 100 Million Sambazon Acai Bowls at Terminal A Gate 9 For the Year
Peach is famous in Atlanta. Tropical Açaí bowls are not only famous in Hawaii but also in Georgia. Besides Jamboo Juice, also SAMBAZON wants to taste big business and its 100 Million opportunities at this nation's key airport and home of Delta Airlines.
Flying from Italy to North Africa?
Nile Air is an Egyptian airline based at Cairo International Airport that operates scheduled services to destinations in Egypt and the Middle East, the Persian Gulf, Southern Europe, Asia and Africa. Nile Air is the largest private airline in Egypt.
Wynn Hotel and Casino has a Chinese Wine Award
Before an audience of 500 international wine enthusiasts, winemakers, industry experts and regional media, Wynn revealed the winners of the first-ever Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards on April 13.
The Sound of Music performs HongKong Style
Broadway's THE SOUND OF MUSIC returns to light the lights next week at the Grand Theatre of Xiqu Centre, and TOWNPLACE WEST KOWLOON Becomes the Official Residence Partner. There is no better way to connect with the world than through art.