Brand USA’s thoughts and prayers are with those impacted by hurricanes and related tropical storms across Florida, Puerto Rico, the Southeastern United States, Texas, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Currently, to support our partners in the impacted areas, we are providing direct links on Brand USA’s consumer site, VisitTheUSA.com, to our state and territory partners […]
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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...
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...
Kahului Airport will introduce CLEAR, a travel services provider, which will offer its optional identification verification services.
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...
"The Big Flex" focuses on narratives of Customers who take advantage of Southwest's adaptable policies.
The 2023 TSA Honorary Awards Ceremony, held at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on April 30, was a momentous occasion where the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) acknowledged its outstanding employees and teams. TSA Administrator David Pekoske expressed his deep appreciation for the hard work and dedication of the award recipients, recognizing their significant contributions to TSA's mission. Department of Homeland Security Senior Official Performing the Duties of Deputy...
SAF sourced from Shell Aviation is mixed with regular jet fuel to satisfy all certification and safety standards.
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.
The Mercure Brisbane Spring Hill in Brisbane was formerly the Pacific Hotel Brisbane. Accor took over the operation of this hotel, which overlooked the Australian city skyline. The owner is the Singh family, who met the COO of Accor, Adrian Williams, at the opening. The New York Times named the Sunshine State one of the world’s hottest travel destinations in 2024, so there is a lot to be excited about when it comes to travel and tourism to the Sunshine State. The city enjoys an increasing...
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.
A major at the San Diego, at the location of Ruby's Restaurant, is destroying this famous tourism landmark.
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...
Air Astana is the national carrier for Kazakhstan.
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...
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...
The Chengdu Opening-up and International Cooperation Center organized seminars between local enterprises and delegations, including a group from Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, and a twin city of Chengdu. The delegation met with local enterprises specializing in ecological and environmental protection. "We have found some fields of common interest between our group and Ljubljana, such as renewable resources, ecological conservation, and new energy photovoltaics," said the director of the...
Selena is tasked with managing media relations, promoting Visit Williamsburg's initiatives and attractions to a worldwide audience.
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...
Delta operates year-round flights to the Dutch city from Atlanta (ATL), Boston (BOS), Detroit (DTW), Minneapolis/St Paul (MSP), New York (JFK), Portland (PDX), Salt Lake City (SLC), and Seattle (SEA). The Airbus A330-300 aircraft will be utilized by Delta Air Lines for the new service, offering four distinct product experiences: Delta One, Delta Premium Select, Delta Comfort+, and Main Cabin. Passengers traveling with Delta Air Lines from Tampa to Amsterdam can take advantage of convenient...
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...
