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Ahmed Saleh appointed Commercial & Marketing Director at Sofitel Dubai Downtown
Sofitel Dubai Downtown has promoted Ahmed Saleh to Commercial & Marketing Director, following a year in which the hotel delivered
UN Tourism Confirms Shaikha Al Nowais as the New Secretary-General for 2026-2030
She will begin her term at the start of 2026, having gained significant experience in the private sector, most notably
IATA study shows how the use of biometric technologies to manage passenger flow can streamline travel processes
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released a study showing how substantial cost savings, operational efficiencies, passenger experience, and sustainability gains can be made by using biometric digital ID technology.
Ponant Explorations Group expands partnership with The Explorers Club
PONANT EXPLORATIONS GROUP is expanding its partnership with The Explorers Club to include Paul Gauguin Cruises and Aqua Expeditions from late 2026.
Small Luxury Hotels of the World on track for record signings in 2025 with 38 new properties added in Q3
Small Luxury Hotels of the World™ (SLH), renowned for its independently minded portfolio of boutique properties, continues its impressive
Adam Harvey Appointed Commercial Director For five Minor Hotel properties In Qatar
Minor Hotels announces the appointment of Adam Harvey as Commercial Director, overseeing five of the group’s distinguished properties in Qatar
RateGain finalises its acquisition of Sojern
Global travel SaaS solutions provider RateGain Travel Technologies Limited announced the completion of its acquisition of AI-powered hospitality marketing platform Sojern today, 6th November.
WebBeds inks strategic partnership with Fornova
WebBeds has entered a strategic partnership with Fornova in order to implement their cutting-edge Distribution Intelligence platform.
IATA Global Passenger Survey 2025: Industry now more reliant on mobile and biometric tech
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released the results of its 2025 Global Passenger Survey (GPS) today, 5th November.
Travel industry growth to outpace global economy: WTM Global Travel Report
Released on the first day of WTM London, the report says: “Over the next decade, the industry is on track
Truely introduces its newest GB bundle plans
Global eSIM provider Truely just launched several refreshed GB-based bundle plans alongside its existing day-based unlimited options.
Sustainability and tourism education take centre stage on Day 1 of WTM London 2025
As this year’s World Travel Market (WTM) opened in London, speakers cast the spotlight on sustainability in light of recent natural disasters affecting several nations, as well as training a new generation for the tourism sector.
Germán Cueva takes on structured partnerships at WebBeds
WebBeds recently appointed Germán Cueva as its new senior vice-president for structured partnerships. In this newly created role, Cueva will
WTTC Welcomes HiSEAS International as Its Member at WTM 2025
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is pleased to welcome HiSEAS International as its newest Global Member, joining an
Cloudbeds and GuestCentric team up to break barriers to direct booking
Cloudbeds and GuestCentric are out to change the game when it comes to direct booking for hotels in their key markets and beyond.
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