As travel borders are reassessed, many Brits have concerns about travelling abroad or in the UK this summer, due to heightened worries about their health amidst the coronavirus pandemic
In light of recent govt announcements and the following surge in holiday bookings, Tony Evans talks about the post lockdown traveller and their requirements throughout their booking journey
the amount of money that Middle East travellers spend on international leisure travel, will begin to exceed 2019 pre-COVID levels, in as little as three years
With the recent news that Vana Belle, a Luxury Collection Resort, Koh Samui was announced as the winner of four categories at the 2020 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best awards by…
Passengers travelling internationally from the UK from 8 March will need to carry a new form stating that their trip is permitted under the stay at home restrictions, the government said
According to the recent survey of MakeMyTrip titled ‘How India will travel once vaccinated’, more than 65% of Indian travellers are actively searching and planning a vacation within the next…
As a result of the vaccine rollout, the percentage of US adults feeling safe staying in a hotel and flying improves to reach highest levels since April 2020, reveals Deloitte survey
The results of a trivago survey reveal significant desires to travel, including what consumers would give up, what they’d like to do and where they’d like to go, as well as why they’d like…
Ras Al Khaimah has unveiled ‘Live RAK Play’ initative to encourage working professionals to call the emirate home for an extended stay of one month to a year
With a huge staycation boom expected in summer 2021, new research reveals that more than three quarters of Brits (77%) aspire to own a holiday home in the UK
Looking at how this time can be used to its best advantage, Holiday Extras has compiled ten things that can be done now to prepare for a future holiday
The latest data analysis produced by YouGov for Reed Exhibitions, the organiser of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), has revealed that 46% of luxury travellers in the Middle East, are planning to…
With millions having spent lockdown planning the perfect getaway, survey shows half of adults think their next holiday will be ‘the most important of their lives’
Learn about everything from natural plant care to rice milling to how to feed a cute family of buffalo, Patom Organic Village sits just an hour outside of Bangkok.
Dubai has announced the launch of ALSAADA Tourist Card or Happiness Card, a free discount card that will give tourists access to a wide range of exclusive privileges, discounts and…
Fancy a last-minute date with a hunky pop-star? Well check this, the suave and sultry-voiced singer, Saharat “Kong” Sangkapreecha is set to perform a mini-concert at Vana Belle, a Luxury…
One in every three Indian is planning to travel and take a holiday during the upcoming Christmas and New Year season, according to a recent survey conducted by Goibibo’s Consumer Insights
The beleaguered travel industry can finally get a boost as drugmaker Pfizer and its German partner BioNTech have been granted temporary authorisation for emergency use of their Covid-19…
TellMeWhere2Go (TMW2G) reports the top three podcasts are about timeshare, Maldives and an aviation museum, and the most popular platform is Spotify, then Anchor
Silence continues to be a precious commodity, especially in this challenging year, which is why The Spas at Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok are ‘turning down the volume’ once again with their…
A recent survey conducted by FICCI and Thrillophilia across India, revealed that while more than 50% plan on travelling in the next two months alone, 33% are making plans to travel twice of…
With its new pampering and therapeutic program BEAUTY & GLOW, Kamalaya (Koh Samui) combines modern research with ancient healing techniques. Taoist Chi Nei Tsang massage and facial…
Accor is making it very difficult to ignore the possibilities of exploring Thailand with the launch of a brand new deal, which will see guests offered hotel and resort credit worth 40% of…
Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit, a shining example of the ever-improving range of five-star hotels in Bangkok, is giving the good people Bangkok 20% off food and booze, to celebrate the…
Hilton Honors has announced today that domestic tourists, Thai locals and ex-pats in Bangkok will have the opportunity to indulge in a specially curated collection of experiences,
For those of you who have frequented Bangkok's famous Chatuchak market, you will no doubt recognise the striking visage of chef Fernando Chatilla, the charismatic food hero who rolls out…
Pullman Khao Lak Resort is set to open its doors on 1 December this year, as it readies to present a new vision for hospitality in Phang Nga inspired by art, culture and nature. And, with a…
To ensure hosts are aligned with Thai government guidance, Airbnb has consulted with the Ministry of Public Health’s Department of Health and recently held a joint discussion with Airbnb…
OAG has released The COVID-19 Recovery: Getting Passengers Back on Board, a new report on traveller confidence which shows most consumers are open to air travel
After a five-month ban as part of the restrictions to curb the spread of the coronavirus pandemic, bars, restaurants, hotels and clubs in Delhi have now opened up and will start serving…
Despite the challenges brought on by COVID-19, there are promising signs in consumer spending – including hard-hit sectors like travel, according to Mastercard Recovery Insights
72% of Americans decided not to take a summer vacation this year, and some have written 2020 off altogether for travel with 32% deciding to take a vacation in summer 2021
The surge in domestic tourism following COVID-19 has not curtailed as holidaymakers turn to staycations over international travel leading to threat of overtourism
Visitor arrivals dropped 97.7 percent compared to a year ago, according to preliminary statistics released by the Hawaii Tourism Authority’s (HTA) Tourism Research Division.
New research has revealed that the majority of British holidaymakers would prefer to holiday here in the UK rather than travel abroad this year citing fears of being stranded abroad and…
Lyft Inc is preparing today to halt its services in California, following a court order that requires it and ride-hailing rival Uber to classify their drivers as ’employees’.
Despite COVID-19 pandemic putting many normal aspects of life on hold, a new survey has revealed a strong willingness to travel during 2020 among Americans nonetheless. According to a…
Russian President Vladimir Putin says that a coronavirus vaccine developed in the country has been registered for use and one of his daughters has already been inoculated
It is generally considered the norm to take out travel insurance if you’re heading overseas. Whether a city break or two weeks basking in the sun, most people will default to travel…
As tourism players find a way to stay afloat, travel tech platform LokaLocal is using virtual reality technology to transform the way people discover destinations in Malaysia. Its…
Consumer confidence is slowly returning, with two main trends- short-term booking windows and long-term reservations towards the end of 2021. This was revealed by the latest edition of…
Mallorca, Spain is the most popular holiday destination for Brits post-lockdown period. This was revealed by a recent research by Loveholidays. They used anonymous data to analyse more…
Chris Tarry's CTIARA consultancy has been quick off the mark with an air passenger confidence survey taken during the first few days of June. The results are not surprising with 96% of…
To refine the travel experience based on the advice of medical experts, regulators and partners, as well as feedback from its customers, Singapore Airlines (SIA) has introduced a range…
Sailing onboard the youngest and most modern luxury small fleet in the world, PONANT’s signature is a unique combination of curated itineraries, luxurious amenities and personalised service.…
Last week Anita shared a few post COVID-19 trends and ideas on what hotel GMs can do to get ahead of the game to welcome Chinese travelers post COVID-19. Anita decided to elaborate on her…
Globus family of brands has just released a new video reminding travellers that despite these unprecedented times, our minds can still wander anywhere they please – Dreaming Doesn’t Stop.
This is a follow up article from my last article “Revenge Traveling will happen. The question is when?”
After I published my last article, I got a few people asking me. “Many part of China…
It takes four years of knowing someone before they can be considered a ‘best’ friend, according to new research. A poll of 2,000 Americans found the average respondent needs to go…
Airbnb is searching for the world’s wildest home ideas – and has launched a USD 1 million fund to make them a reality. The Unique Airbnb Fund is the company’s first-ever USD 1 million…
Travellers from Mumbai airport are India’s highest spending flyers with an average retail revenue per passenger at USD 7, followed by USD 6 by flyers from Delhi airport.
While this is…
Khiri Travel has launched seven tour options in Southeast Asia designed for parents, children and grandchildren travelling together. The seven itineraries range from six to 12 days in…
All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest airline will make Sony’s innovative noise-cancelling WH-1000XM3 headphones available to all first class passengers on international routes. It…
The date has been set for this year’s National Camping and Caravanning Week (NCCW), which will run from 25-31 May. NCCW is The Camping and Caravanning Club’s annual campaign to showcase…
Findings of a survey conducted by STR's Tourism Consumer Insights team revealed the importance of sustainable tourism as well as the impact of climate change on traveller perception.…
In 2019, the number of airBaltic passengers who chose to pre-order their meal from a menu of over 70 different fresh meals, increased by 49.5%, while the popularity of inflight meals…
More than places to stay, Ovolo Hotels are destinations to experience brimming with character, each hotel is a uniquely rich adventure, full of eye-catching art and vibrant atmosphere.…
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has launched tickets to Sweden and Norway’s largest ski resorts, Sälen and Trysil, for winter 2020-21. Direct flights from London Heathrow to Scandinavian…
Thai Airways International’s in-house holiday division, Royal Orchid Holidays (ROH), is promoting community-based tourism in Thailand working with a specialist tour operator, local Alike…
JW Marriott, part of Marriott International, announced the opening of JW Marriott Muscat, setting the stage for distinctive experiences in Oman’s historic capital. Located in the heart…
Vistara and United Airlines have implemented the code-share agreement signed in June 2019. It enables United to code share on Vistara-operated Indian domestic flights starting 28…
Ultima Collection will launch Ultima Geneva Grand Villa, an urban sanctuary, at the start of April. Located on the shores of Lake Geneva, the villa will be a luxury residence available…
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority has unveiled the Jais Adventure Peak, a collection of adventure attractions perched atop the UAE’s highest mountain, Jebel Jais.
The…
Royal Caribbean International and the government of Antigua and Barbuda, along with the assistance of the Consulate General of Antigua and Barbuda, have signed an agreement for the…
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has confirmed a nine-cruise whale-watching programme as part of its first official year in partnership with marine conservation charity Oceans Research and…
All Nippon Airways, Japan’s largest airline, heralds in the new decade by joining leading online platform cargo.one to offer its cargo customers e-booking capabilities. Furthermore, the…
British Airways Executive Club members could be even closer to unlocking exciting travel rewards by earning up to double Avios this month when shopping at selected retailers, including…
two point four, a new family-orientated experiential travel operator, has announced a range of educational experiences for young children showcasing that classrooms go beyond four walls…
Dusit Thani Maldives, a luxury Thai-inspired resort on Mudhdhoo Island in Baa Atoll, is ready to revitalise the taste buds of visiting foodies by presenting La Parrillada, a new pop-up…
Radisson Hotel Group has celebrated the start of the new decade by announcing the signing of 17 new hotels in India. As it enters the third year of ‘Destination 2022’, the group's global…
Forbes Travel Guide (FTG), the world-renowned and only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants and spas, announced its annual star rating list, presenting The Athenee Hotel,…
Starting from 1 April 2020, all scheduled tours of Lotus Asia Tours will be entirely climate neutral, the company said. This means that all greenhouse gas emissions that will be…
A series of reimagined film posters from rental company Holiday Cottages places popular onscreen characters in recognisable settings across the UK, to see why there’s really no place…
Zurab Pololikashvili, secretary-general of the UN World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) paid a high-level visit to Greece to meet with the Prime Minister and minister of tourism and offer…
The German airline Eurowings has started punctually into the year 2020. With an on-time performance of 93% in January 2020, it was the most punctual airline in a comparison of European…
The coronavirus continues to wreak havoc on the world economy. The increase in cases throughout China and the uncertainty generated after the international alert declared by the World…
Hotelbeds has announced the publication of its first-ever corporate responsibility report. The report has been prepared in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards…
This March, pioneering hospitality brand Locke will open its second hotel in the capital on the Thames at London’s Millennium Bridge. The 113-room Locke at Broken Wharf is located…
Marriott Hotel Downtown Abu Dhabi has set the Guinness World Record for ‘Most nationalities at a dance party’. People hailing from 66 different countries gathered under one roof and…
Princess Cruises has announced plans to add 44 new cruises from five major Australian cities with the redeployment of Sapphire Princess Down Under. The award-winning guest ship will…
Marking its 60th anniversary, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) celebrated with a glamourous event at CE LA VI Dubai under the theme ‘Luxperience’ in partnership with Siam…
Bookings made by partner agents of luxury operator Classic Collection Holidays, have revealed that whilst Spain looks set to be the most popular destination once again this year, hot…
Cruise and Maritime Voyages (CMV) has revealed details of more 2021 departures aboard Amy Johnson, latest ship to join its fleet.
The ship will sail from London Tilbury on 20 June…
Island Developers and Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts have announced a partnership to introduce the first Banyan Tree first property in the Bahamas. Located just 48 nautical miles and a…
Alejandro Blanco, president of Spanish Olympic Committee and Luis Gallego, executive chairman of Iberia signed a new cooperation agreement focused on the upcoming summer Olympic Games in…
Radisson Hotel Group continues to expand in South Asia’s exciting destinations with the signing of its first hotel in Khulna, the third largest city in Bangladesh and a major hub for…
Best Western has revealed plans to open Europe’s first Sadie hotel in Luton. Opening this summer, the concept will take the hotel group’s portfolio to over 280 hotels in the UK.
The…
Accenture has opened the Dubai Tourism Innovation Hub, the company’s first innovation hub in the Middle East and North Africa region. Located in Dubai Media City, it is an immersive…
Deltin Group recently launched its first international venture Deltin Casino at The Marriot Hotel at Kathmandu Naxal Nepal. This new venture is a result of the company’s agreement with…
Jet2.com celebrated its new children’s meal boxes being served onboard for the first time, by handing out complimentary meals to youngsters on flights this Random Acts of Kindness Day.…
American Airlines has announced daily non-stop flight between Bengaluru and Seattle in the US from October 2020. This would be the first non-stop flight between Bengaluru and the US.…
Emirates is creating a memorable travel experience for its customers for Valentine’s Day. The airline will serve 40 unique Valentine’s Day themed desserts and treats on board and across…
Business on the books has dropped roughly 25% in select Barcelona hotels since the announced cancellation of the Mobile World Congress, according to preliminary data from Forward STAR,…
European Waterways has announced an exclusive solo cruise on the company’s largest luxury hotel barge, the 20-passenger La Bella Vita. Departing on 11 October and sailing from Venice to…
The Maldives tops the list of favourite honeymoon destinations for 2020, closely followed by Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Bali and Thailand, according to a report from Kuoni. The good news is…
The Clark County Clerk’s Office will open a temporary marriage license office at McCarran International Airport to help couples coming to Las Vegas obtain marriage licenses faster and…
9% more Brits are flying over the first three-day weekend in May this year, with Poland’s Krakow as the winning destination. This was revealed by online travel agent Opodo.
As the…
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts continues to expand its flagship upper-upscale Wyndham Grand brand with the opening of Wyndham Grand Algarve in the world-famous leisure and golf destination…
Etihad Airways has announced a partnership with Norwegian technology developer Braathens IT, to develop TravelPass, an innovative travel solution initially aimed at corporate and…
Printed material is history at Cruise Baltic. The action to become paper-free is in line with the cruise network’s ambition for the Baltic Sea to become the most sustainable cruise…
Another new generation IntercityHotel has joined the Deutsche Hospitality portfolio. The four-star IntercityHotel Hannover Hauptbahnhof Ost opened its doors for business to become the…
Sheraton Grand London Park Lane offers visitors the chance to take a trip back in time to the prosperity of late 1920s London with their renowned Nineteen Twen-Tea Afternoon Tea, the…
The Tel Aviv-Yafo Municipality has launched a strategic plan that looks at the entire tourism industry. The document seeks to identify relevant target audiences, envision the tourist…
Mandarin Oriental, Boston has commenced a four month USD 15 million-dollar renovation project of all guestrooms and event spaces designed to re-confirm the hotel’s position as the…
Bringing the world’s reputable Japanese art to the island, InterContinental Bali Resort has announced an exceptional collaboration with the renowned Japanese Manga’s illustrator, Wamizu,…
The Municipality of Hua Hin, together with public and private sector partners, are gearing up for an initiative designed to strengthen the trust and confidence of its visitors.
Hua…
Hotel JAL City Bangkok, the 13th JAL City property to be operated by Okura Nikko Hotel Management, one of the largest hotel operators headquartered in Japan, will open on 8 May 2020.…
Latvian airline airBaltic has reported an 84% increase in the number of mobile bookings in 2019 compared to the year before.
Jolanta Rema, vice president of e-commerce of airBaltic:…
British Airways is launching a summer route between London Heathrow and Newquay, creating the only direct route to Heathrow. This adds to the new routes the airline has already…
Deep Kalra, group chief executives of MakeMyTrip, has stepped down, with co-founder Rajesh Magow, who was heading its India business, taking over Kalra’s role. Kalra will now serve as…
Residents of Sri Lanka travelling to Lithuania can now apply for their visas at the VFS Global Visa Application Centre in the capital city of Colombo. Prior to this, customers had to…
Sustainable tour operator, Intrepid Travel, has introduced Pakistan as a new destination to its portfolio in 2020. It has launched an expedition trip exploring the country’s turbulent…
When it comes to a good travel experience, the most important ingredient is comfort, according to a new survey from Collinson, ‘Love the Journey’. Comfort is prioritised by 74% of…
Travel search engine Kayak has launched its Travel Hacker guide, detailing the top 10 destinations to travel solo, wallet-friendly trips and the best under-the-radar locations for…
Individual tourists and groups from China and Asia must not be stigmatised because of the latest coronavirus outbreak, according to the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC). The…
Patee Sarasin, CEO and founder of online travel agency (OTA) Really Really Cool and the former CEO of Nok Air, has launched a tell-all autobiography, Smiling Through Turbulence, where he…
The 11th edition of the World Congress on Snow and Mountain Tourism will take place on 11-13 March 2020 in Andorra, under the theme ‘Tourism, Innovation and Sustainability’. The congress…
Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania, has launched a new campaign that aims to poke fun at its own obscurity among global travel destinations. The new campaign – ‘Vilnius: Amazing Wherever…
Radisson Hotel Group continues to rapidly expand across the Middle East with plans to open the first Radisson RED in Dubai this month. Located at Dubai Digital Park, in Dubai’s first…
The first nhow hotel in Amsterdam has opened its doors, with cultural influences from around the world on display throughout its 24 storeys. A vibrant mix of colours, lights and patterns…
Design-led accommodation provider Generator has offered a free bed to anybody left stranded by Storm Ciara, which swept across Northern Europe on 9 February. Visitors with pre-existing…
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s hotel operator, is providing a reassuring hand to travellers with added safety measures and greater flexibility for changing travel plans.
The…
It should come as no surprise that even as we enter the new decade, industries such as retail and travel are seeing continued investments in digital platforms and solutions aimed at…
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has opened Devi Ratn in Jaipur. It will be part of the SeleQtions brand – a named collection of hotels and resorts.
Puneet Chhatwal, MD and CEO of IHCL…
Aeroflot and Japan Airlines have announced a codeshare agreement that will offer added flexibility to passengers travelling between Russia and Japan. The codeshare comes into effect from…
Five new regional services operated by Flybe franchise partner, Eastern Airways, from Teesside International Airport are now available for booking through to 24 October 2020.
Flights…
Soneva Fushi has announced the launch of its Namoona Baa initiative with the unveiling of the ‘eco-centro’ complex on the island of Maalhos, Maldives. Namoona Baa sees the islands of…
Budapest Airport and Kiwi.com – an online travel technology company – have joined forces to create an initiative to transform transfer traffic through Hungary’s capital city gateway. The…
Cebu Pacific (CEB), the Philippines’ largest carrier—and one of the largest in the region— has extended its ‘Juan Effect’ sustainable tourism programme. After roll-outs in Siargao and in…
Westin Hotels & Resorts has planted a second flag in Bali with its debut of the Westin Resort & Spa Ubud. The 120-room property features a mix of traditional rooms, suites and…
The Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism India revealed that between January to December 2019, it has registered a 57% increase in the number of Indian tourist arrivals in comparison…
All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest airline, will collaborate with Toyota Industries to conduct tests of an advanced automatic towing tractor at Chubu (Nagoya) Centrair…
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released full year 2019 data for global air freight markets showing that demand, measured in freight tonne kilometres (FTKs), fell by…
The owner, Titanic Foundation and operator of Titanic Belfast jointly launched the most recent independent economic impact figures and announced their plans for the future. The…
Following an extensive USD 23 million renovation, Isrotel, Israel’s leading hotel group, has reopened Mitzpe Hayamim as the latest addition to Isrotel’s Exclusive Collection of…
Nearly 20 years since opening its doors, Viceroy Santa Monica, the modern luxury hotel brand’s debut location, has announced the start of a sweeping USD 21 million renovation complete…
To meet rising demand for travel between Vietnam and India as well as across the region, Vietjet has opened three new direct routes connecting its three largest hubs, Da Nang, Hanoi and…
Berlin’s hotel industry reached its highest levels in occupancy and revenue per available room (RevPAR) despite the uncertainty around an economic recession, according to 2019 data from…
San Franciscans flew direct from San Francisco to Brisbane for the first time, with Qantas operating a new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on a brand-new route. The 13-hour 45 minute, 11,367km…
GlobalData’s latest report, ‘Tourism Destination Market Insights: Association of South East Asian Nations – ASEAN’, found that Russia, France, Germany and the UK are some of the fastest…
The cruise industry in the Baltic Sea continues to grow according to the 2020 edition of the Cruise Baltic Market Review. It shows a record-breaking number of cruise guests visiting the…
Taking into account the success of the first Champions Boat League (CBL), a novel experiment of Kerala Tourism of bringing together all the snake boat races in the state on a competitive…
According to Future Market Insights, while North America holds almost half of the car rental market share, East Asia is expected to emerge as the most lucrative for companies in the car…
Airbus will participate at the upcoming Singapore Airshow, showcasing its latest products, services and innovations in the commercial aircraft, defence, space and helicopter segments.…
CWT, the B2B4E (business-to-business-for-employees) travel management platform, has announced the launch of a messaging service on the myCWT platform. This new, text-based channel allows…
All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest airline, has become a supporting partner in the Torch Relay for the upcoming Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games. The Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Torch Relay…
ibis Styles, Accor’s upbeat economy brand, has launched a newly built property in Bekasi, Indonesia. Located in the Grand Icon Complex, west of the city, ibis Styles Bekasi Jatibening…
Avani Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of the brand new 289-room Avani Central Busan Hotel in South Korea. Renowned for its status as the country’s main commercial port,…
Suffolk-based Fred. Olsen staff travelled the distance from their Ipswich offices to their international headquarters in Oslo, Norway – a total of 894 miles – in support of East Anglia’s…
Cruise and Maritime Voyages (CMV) has announced the maiden voyage of its latest ship Amy Johnson. Following delivery and a refurbishment programme, it will sail from Singapore on 15…
Passenger traffic was steady in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East during November 2019, compared to the same month of the previous year, at +2.4% and +6.6%, respectively. Airports Council…
In 2019, the demand for ancillary services of Latvian airline airBaltic grew by 35%. It is the highest volume in the history of the company. The most popular services were checked…
Cruise and Maritime Voyages (CMV) is offering two exciting cruises around the British Isles on classic style liners in April, one from Poole in Dorset and the other from Bristol…
Iniala Beach House in Phuket is opening two one-bedroom pool suites and a brand new restaurant, all ready for 2020. The new one-bedroom pool suites will be the first of their kind at…
‘Into America’s Wild’, the new 3D documentary for exhibition in IMAX and giant-screen theatres, will take viewers on an incredible journey through the nation’s most iconic wilderness…
IHG’s boutique brand Hotel Indigo has marked the opening of Hotel Indigo Brussels - City in Place Charles Rogier. Within walking distance to some of the city’s main sightseeing…
Singapore Tourism Board (STB) has introduced measures to help tourism businesses combat the impact of the 2019 novel coronavirus (nCoV). STB said it would waive licence fees for hotels,…
Park Hyatt has opened its second property in Japan in Kyoto, after Park Hyatt Tokyo which opened in 1994. The hotel is located in the Higashiyama hills, in the district less than 1.5 km…
Azerbaijan Tourism Board (ATB) witnessed an exceptional year of growth in tourism across the capital city of Baku and other key regions, with Indian visitor numbers up by 66.8%. This…
Shearings Holidays has launched new five-day coach breaks to see Lionel Richie when he performs live this summer at Scarborough’s Open Air Theatre. The superstar will return to the UK’s…
TIME Hotels, the UAE-headquartered hospitality company and hotel operator, debuts its TIME Express Hotels brand with the opening of a new property in Sharjah this month. The three-star…
Leisure Pass Group has launched its brand new ‘Go Bangkok’ pass. This flexible pass offers travellers savings of up to 63%, with free entry to 23 of the city’s most popular attractions…
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) announced the signing of a management agreement with Elysian Hotel Management Company, for a unique new property near Khao Yai National Park in…
Australia’s pioneer of expedition cruising, Coral Expeditions, has launched all-new seven-night ‘Revitalise on the Reef’ wellness expeditions on the Outer Great Barrier Reef commencing…
Travellers from across the globe representing all generations now have a common interest in activities and experiences that are now influencing, indeed in many cases driving, their…
Budget carrier SpiceJet has started an initiative to enable voters to fly home so that they can cast their vote for the upcoming Delhi elections.
In this ‘Spice Democracy’ initiative,…
A family of water buffalo greenkeepers, famous for tending to the rice paddies on Vietnam’s Laguna Golf Lang Co, has welcomed a new member to the workforce: new-born baby Luna.
The…
The five-star Kagi Maldives Spa Island will launch in the Maldives’ North Male Atoll in July 2020. The boutique 50-villa property will provide travellers with a 360 degree wellness…
AirAsia announced a new direct route to Ahmedabad from Kuala Lumpur with four times weekly flights commencing 29 April 2020. These new services will support a vast market of 62 million…
Eurostar, the high-speed rail link between the UK and mainland Europe, announced that from 30 April its London-Amsterdam service will operate fully direct both to and from the…
The Travelmarvel Capella is set to sparkle brighter in April 2021, as classical singer and presenter Aled Jones MBE steps aboard for three days of exclusive events. Cruising along the…
The Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO), Office of Tourism, has announced USD 1.9 million in grant funding for two tourism grant programmes designed to…
According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Tourism in India, in order to create Swachhta Awareness amongst the tourists, students and stakeholders across the country, it has…
Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain, celebrated its resumption services to Erbil in Iraq as its flight landed in Erbil International Airport.
At the inaugural event in the Erbil…
SureStay Hotel Group marked the launch of its first hotel in Laos, SureStay Hotel by Best Western Vientiane. Hosted recently at Tipsy Elephant, the hotel’s dramatic top floor venue, the…
GHM has announced plans to launch The Chedi Kudavillingili, its first resort in the Maldives, later this year. The 99-villa property will feature 36 overwater villas, a 150-metre-long…
Anantara Kalutara Resort has introduced its app showcasing the iconic architecture of the resort, which was partially designed by Sri Lanka’s most famous architect, Geoffrey Bawa. His…
British Airways is exclusively trialling an automated cocktail maker in its San Francisco and Newark lounges. Cocktails are dispensed in under 45 seconds, adding a new dimension to the…
A recent survey conducted by Fred.\ River Cruises has revealed that destination remains the primary reason why travellers choose one river cruise over another. 79% of the respondents…
Lufthansa’s newest route to Germany has taken off with a nonstop service from Newcastle to Munich. The six-weekly service operates from Sunday to Friday and offers leisure and business…
With Europe spearheading the vacation and urban home rental trend globally, OYO is betting big on expanding in the continent. OYO Vacation Homes and its brand Belvilla, a vacation homes…
Rewind ‘back to the 80s’ with Cruise & Maritime Voyages (CMV) on its special themed cruise on board Magellan with Spandau Ballet, Simply Red and Blondie tribute bands. The two-nights…
The recent Global Digital Traveller Research 2019 by Travelport highlighted that millennials in India seek a premium digital experience across all aspects of travel. Another key finding…
Americans want to travel more this year than they did in 2019. This was revealed by the 2020 Portrait of the American International Traveller Survey, a joint study conducted by the US…
Ibis Styles, the trendy eco-hotel brand from Accor, has opened a third property in Dubai. The 351-room ibis Styles Dubai Airport will cater to the modern cosmopolitan travellers who are…