Incredible India virtual roadshows go to Italy
Ministry of Tourism in India is organising a series of virtual roadshows in collaboration with Indian Missions abroad to reconnect and welcome back their partners
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Non-stop Rome to Oz
With its large ex-Italian population and shorter flight time to other possible European mainland destinations it was little surprising that Rome was chosen as the first non-stop first foray…
European hotel real estate market expects 3.1 billion euro turnover
Tourism is in full recovery in 2022 as witnessed by packed trains and planes and the hotel real estate sector which is also growing.
European hotel real estate market expects 3.1 billion…
World’s most affordable luxury travel destinations
From Michelin star dining to stylish spa breaks, new research reveals the most luxurious travel destinations - without the hefty price tag
World’s most affordable luxury travel…
WorldHotels adds four new hotels in Europe
The addition of these properties is part of company's effort to strategically expand its footprint in key destinations across the globe
WorldHotels adds four new hotels in Europe
Venice rolls out mandatory reservation and fee for day trippers from next year
Venice officials unveiled new rules for day-trippers, which go into effect on January 16, 2023
71% of Europeans will be traveling this summer
The findings of 21st edition of the Holiday Barometer have been announced today. The survey was conducted among 15,000 people across 15 countries. The survey was taken between April 26 and…
Computer glitch shuts down Swiss airspace
Switzerland’s major airports in Zurich and Geneva were paralyzed today, halting all landings and takeoffs after the air traffic control service Skyguide grounded all flights early on…
Over tourism tax on day visitors in Venice postponed until 2023
The city of Venice in Italy is postponing the introduction of a tourist entrance fee for day visitors until early 2023
Azamara Starts Summer With Mediterranean Cruises
Azamara Starts Summer With Mediterranean Cruises -
With Azamara Journey returning to sail today, the fleet’s four ships are all sailing the high seas Azamara, the upmarket cruise line and…
EU gives EUR 698 million to boost Covid-hit Italian tourism companies
The European Commission has announced that it has approved an Italian scheme worth €698 million in order to support companies active in the tourism sector
Ukraine is the Winner! It’s official!
Ukraine is the Winner! It’s official! -
The jury didn’t want it to happen, but The Eurovision Song Contest, sometimes abbreviated to ESC and often known simply as Eurovision…
Russian aggression in Ukraine will hurt European tourism this summer
Russian aggression in Ukraine will hurt European tourism this summer -
With the EU banning Russian aircraft from operating in its airspace due to Russia’s brutal and unprovoked invasion of…
A new Future for Global Aviation Saudi Arabia Style
A new Future for Global Aviation Saudi Arabia Style -
Saudi Arabia without any question was able to take a lead in the global travel and tourism industry during the COVID crisis. The…
Air Transat and WestJet launch new transatlantic codeshare
Air Transat and WestJet launch new transatlantic codeshare -
Today, Air Transat and WestJet have launched a new transatlantic codeshare. WestJet’s “WS” code is now…
Rome Meeting the Challenges of Bringing Tourism Back to Life
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Within a few months, perhaps even before the end of the year, Rome will have its Destination Management Organization (DMO).…
Visiting Venice: Soon Reservations and Payment Required
Visiting Venice: Soon Reservations and Payment Required -
By the summer of 2022, the city of Venice will implement a booking obligation rule for tourists who want to visit Venice. Then…
UNWTO sets stage for Global Youth Tourism Summit in Italy
Organised by UNWTO in collaboration with the Italian Ministry of Tourism and the Italian National Tourist Board, the Summit will see 100 young delegates network
COMO Castello Del Nero reopens with new rituals, retreats and cultural experiences
Following a seasonal closure, COMO Castello Del Nero will reopen on April 1st with new experiences rooted in holistic wellbeing and local culture.
Why Positano, Italy needs to be on your travel bucket list
Few destinations continue to boast local charm and authenticity as Positano. This iconic little refuge on the Amalfi Coast of Italy is a delight for anyone looking to avoid large cities and…
Norwegian’s Meet the Winemaker set to debut in Europe
The 2022 season of the Norwegian Cruise Line’s (NCL) Meet the Winemaker series is back by popular demand, with an exciting line-up scheduled for its sixth year
UNWTO announces maiden Global Youth Tourism Summit
Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Zurab Pololikashvili has joined the Minister of Tourism of Italy Massimo Garavaglia to officially launch the first Global Youth…
Discovery Princess sets April date for new sailings
The newest cruise offering in the Princess Cruises fleet, Discovery Princess was delivered during an official handover at the Fincantieri Shipyard in Monfalcone in Italy
MSC And Lufthansa Offer To Buy ITA Airways
ITA Airways, the successor to Alitalia as Italy’s national carrier, has stated that MSC, a Swiss-Italian shipping corporation, and Lufthansa, have shown an interest in purchasing a…
Can You Be A Good Host? Airbnb Offers A Free Year In Sicily
Airbnb, the online short-term rental platform, is giving away a free one-year stay in a newly renovated property in Sicily’s small rural village of Sambuca.
ITA Airways Will Return To Use The Alitalia Brand: Wonder Why?
ITA Airways recently announced that it aims to reintroduce the Alitalia brand in its operations beginning in March of this year.
New deal alert: Lufthansa to buy 40% stake in Alitalia’s successor ITA
Lufthansa, Germany’s largest airline, is set to buy a 40% stake in Alitalia's successor ITA Airways and a deal could be unveiled next week
All that you need to know about Italy’s new COVID restrictions
Italy has introduced a new series of COVID-19-related restrictions for both citizens and travellers alike
New Airbnb offering: Live for a year in a restored ‘1 Euro’ Sicilian home
Airbnb is on the search for the ideal candidate to live rent-free for a year and host a decayed-turned-designer Italian heritage home
One Day Tourists Will Soon Be Charged 5 Euros Per day In Venice
To alleviate the island’s overcrowding, lawmakers in Venice have adopted new measures to see the city levying a fee on visitors this summer.
Qantas Launches Direct Flights To Rome In 2022
Last September, Qantas announced a significant change to the non-stop Perth to London flight, suspending Australia’s only non-stop flights to the UK, citing Western Australia border…
Orient Express makes a grand return to Italy with La Dolce Vita train
More than 150 years ago, Georges Nagelmackers turned a dream into a reality when he launched the first luxury Orient Express train. Soon, Orient Express will head back on track to offer…
5 destinations open for travel right now
As vaccination rates continue to go up, more destinations are reopening to tourists.
ITA replaces Alitalia in the SkyTeam Alliance
SkyTeam, the global airline alliance, has welcomed ITA Airways, Italy's new national carrier, to replace Alitalia.
Ex-Alitalia flight attendants protest status
Dozens of former flight attendants from the defunct Italian airline Alitalia wore only their underwear in a silent, staged protest in central Rome on Wednesday.
Italy launches new national airline ITA and marks end of Alitalia
Alitalia’s flight from Italy’s capital to Cagliari marked the final flight of this flag carrier, while from now on, the same will be replaced by Italia Trasporto Aereo (ITA)
Do you need a visa to visit Italy? we’ve got you covered with our visa policy
If you’re not sure whether you need a visa for Italy or what the visa policy is for the county, we’ve got you covered. Take a few minutes to read the below and ensure that when it comes to…
In Italy, unvaccinated people cannot fly or take the train
Even amid less active coronavirus cases in Italy, the government has mandated vaccine passports, or “green passes,” for all domestic flights and trains, as well as universities.
Venice set to charge visitors for entry from next summer
The canal city of the world, Venice, is planning to charge visitors for access and set entrance quotas from the summer of 2022
Venice set to charge tourists for entry
According to the Italian newspaper La Stampa, Venice plans to charge visitors for admission and set quotas beginning in the summer of 2022.
Over 185 airlines to rebuild global air connectivity at World Routes this October
In less than eight weeks, the global aviation community will reunite at World Routes in Milan from 10-12 October
ITA-Alitalia charters an Airbus A330 to start operations
The first aircraft of Italia Trasporto Aereo to start operations is "Il Tintoretto", the Airbus A330 of over nine years provisionally borrowed from Alitalia to be used in test flights to…
Italy and France first countries in EU to embrace virus passes
Last week, a new COVID-19 certification rule went into effect in Italy as part of the government's plan to rein in a summer surge in infections.
Successor to bankrupt Alitalia under attack by low-cost airlines
The successor to bankrupt Italian flag-carrier Alitalia faces an uphill battle to establish itself after low-cost rivals took advantage of the pandemic and a long restructuring process to…
Farewell Alitalia: ITA cleared for take-off
The new airline being created to replace the long financially ailing Alitalia will take off on Oct. 15 with its first flights, the Italian Economy Ministry announced Thursday.
Roman holidays, ain’t no more! Holidays to Italy shown the red card by half of UK holidaymakers
53% of Brits would be unlikely to opt for Italy as a holiday destination after the Euro final heartbreak the Italian national team delivered on recently
UNWTO sets stage for 1st Global Youth Tourism Summit in Italy
1st Global Youth Tourism Summit from 23-25 August 2021 in Sorrento in Italy will be the first of this kind at the global level aiming to promote youth engagement in the tourism sector and…
Alitalia newco to launch ops early 3Q21, plans asset tenders
ITA – Italia Trasporto Aereo, the newco Alitalia, must commence flight operations this summer, by June or July, Italy’s minister of economic development, Giancarlo Giorgetti, told the…
flydubai resumes operations to Italy
flydubai is set to resume operations to Naples in Italy with three weekly flights to Naples International Airport (NAP) from 1 July
G20 ministers welcome UNWTO guidelines for green transformation of tourism
UNWTO has served as tourism’s global voice as the Tourism Ministers of the G20 nations met to devise a way forward for an inclusive, resilient, and sustainable recovery for the sector
Italy opens to international tourism within the EU
Italy is ready to welcome the world again, tourism will come back strong.
G20 Tourism Ministerial meet: Clear rules and consistent protocol for mobility needed, says WTTC
WTTC said the unprecedented COVID-19 crisis has had a devastating impact on the travel and tourism and that clear rules and a protocol to restart international mobility will be crucial to…
Four Seasons to open resort in southern Italy
Four Seasons to expand its presence in Italy with brand-new beachside project in the enchanting Mediterranean region of Puglia
Italy says no to big cruise ships in Venice…about time!
The Italian parliament has approved a ban on large cruise ships entering the historic centre of Venice.
Where are holidaymakers going in 2021. Italy tops list
The most popular destination for holidaymakers hoping to get away this year is Italy
Vaccine roll out encourages interest in barge cruising
The roll-out of the COVID-19 vaccine worldwide is helping to restore confidence in travel and drive new bookings for 2021 and beyond
Is Italy Heading for a Third Lockdown?
Italy’s latent risk of entering the third phase of the COVID-19 pandemic is reminiscent of a disoriented flock being misled by its shepherd and his dogs.
101-year-old Italian woman survived Spanish Flu, WWII, and COVID-19…three times
101-year-old Italian grandma, who lived through the Spanish Flu and WWII, has tested positive for coronavirus and survived three times in one year.
Italy unveils first ‘coronavirus-free’ flights between US and Europe
Scrapping the obligation for new arrivals to quarantine, Italy is offering Europe’s first ‘coronavirus-free’ flights to the US for passengers who have tested negative for Covid-19
Going green: Italy unveils EU-backed project to encourage sustainable tourism
EU Eco-Tandem Programme also aims to promote sustainable tourism by helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) become more innovative
These countries will pay you to travel
As a way to kickstart tourism, some countries are handing out incentives in terms of vouchers or discounts to encourage people to travel.
All roads lead to Bergamo: How Omio has adopted a village to help reboot Italy’s tourism
Omio has launched a new campaign to support tourism in one of the hardest COVID-hit European travel destinations, Bergamo, in northern Italy
Alitalia abandons all flights from and to Milan
Alitalia discontinued all flights from Malpensa, the international airport in Milan. Alitalia will no longer fly from Milan due to the collapse in demand linked to the global COVID-19 health…
Heat up, prices down: Eurowings unveils unique weather campaign with temperature discount
The airline is defying the crisis in air travel with new services, entertaining campaigns and attractive offers
UNWTO’s first official post-pandemic trip to Italy to kickstart steady restart of tourism
Against the backdrop of the re-opening of borders across Europe, a high-level delegation from the UN World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) has arrived in Italy to begin a first official…
Alitalia offerings: Over 1,000 weekly flights to 37 destinations in July
Alitalia to operate over 1,000 weekly flights to 37 destinations in July
Rocco Forte Hotels announces first hotel reopening post lockdown
Rocco Forte Hotels has announced the reopening of number of hotels and resorts in Italy and Germany this month. Rocco Forte House, Rome reopened on 2 June. It will be followed by Hotel…
Qatar Airways flights to Venice, Dublin, Milan and Rome
Qatar Airways has announced that the airline will be resuming its flights to Venice, Italy starting from 15 July 2020.
Paragon joins ‘Buy one, Give one’ campaign to help jumpstart travel and thank healthcare workers
To help jumpstart leisure travel, Paragon 700 Boutique Hotel & Spa in Puglia, Italy, has united with other members of the hospitality industry to participate in Buy One, Give One, a…
10 destinations where Brits want to go post lockdown
Coronavirus may have halted the nation’s short-term travel plans, but it hasn’t stopped British holidaymakers dreaming of the destinations they’ll visit as soon as the lockdown is lifted.
10 movies to satisfy your thirst for travel during home quarantine
Here are 10 movies you can binge on during quarantine that will tour you around the world on your couch.
Eurowings drastically reworks service schedule
Due to the far-reaching impact of the coronavirus pandemic, the resulting drop in bookings and extensive border restrictions, Eurowings has adjusted its flight schedule.
The flight…
More countries go into lockdown due to COVID-19
After the World Health Organisation announced COVID-19 as a pandemic and cases rise to an unstoppable rate, more countries go into lockdown.
Italy’s lockdown: 7 rules every citizen must follow
Italy's lockdown started on Tuesday following the rapid increase of patients and deaths from the coronavirus.
IGLTA cancels global convention for May 2020
The International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) announced the postponement of its annual global convention due to the current threat with the COVID-19 Coronavirus. The…
Penélope Cruz stars as godmother at naming ceremony for Costa Smeralda
Special celebrations were held in Savona for the naming ceremony of Costa Smeralda, Costa Cruises’ sensational new flagship, powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG).
The…
5 reasons why Air Italy went bankrupt
Below are the five reasons for the demise of Air Italy.
Air Italy bankruptcy: Airline suspends operations
Italy’s second-biggest airline Air Italy has suspended operations yesterday after its owners decided to liquidate the company.
BCD Travel acquires Milan partner to grow events biz
Leading global travel management company BCD Travel has acquired the business travel and meetings and events activities of its long-time Milan-based partner in Italy, Ventura Spa. The…
False alarm: 7,000 people on Costa Smeralda relieved after suspected passenger doesn’t have coronavirus
Italy health officials have confirmed that the Chinese couple that caused a massive quarantine of everyone on board the Costa Smeralda do not have the feared coronavirus.
These 5 countries are the most pet-friendly
Taxi2airport.com had a look at Booking.com for the number of accommodations that allows people to bring their pets along, for all the countries in Europe.
Mandarin Oriental, Milan launches Dine & Design
Mandarin Oriental, Milan has launched a luxury accommodation package for guests wanting to immerse themselves in the whimsical world of Fornasetti. By booking the Dine & Design by…
Reuben Brothers check in at La Residence in Mykonos
The Reuben Brothers have acquired La Residence hotel in Kalafatis Bay, Mykonos in Greece, a 30-room luxury boutique hotel as part of their continued strategy of investing in premium…
W Hotels introduces new amenities brand
W Hotels has announced its collaboration with Italy-based, eco-conscious skin and haircare name The Davines Group for a brand-wide partnership. The Marriott brand will incorporate its…
Italy’s Pejo 3000 becomes first plastic-free ski resort in Europe
Trentino, the region of Northern Italy that stretches from the northern shores of Lake Garda up into the Dolomites mountains, has become home to the world’s first-ever plastic-free ski…
Mobile biometrics visa service for Italy in India unveiled
VFS Global has launched the mobile biometrics (Visa at your doorstep) service for Italian visa customers across India, enabling them to submit applications, documents and enrol…
No need to fly to space for these five Star Wars filming locations
If you are a big fan of the Star Wars saga and want to feel The Force after watching the latest movie The Rise of Skywalker, then keep the obsession going by holidaying at locations featured…
Where are Brits flying to this Christmas?
As Christmas is just a few days away, people are packing their bags gearing for the holidays. Peer-to-peer travel money provider WeSwap has commissioned research from its 500,000-strong…
Well Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 20 showcases Thai hospitality to Italian agents
Well Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 20 recently welcomed a group of travel agents and tour operators. The group was a part of TAT mega familiarisation (FAM) trip 2019, led by Tourism Authority…
Milan Bergamo sees 10% growth
Milan Bergamo is set to offer 10% more seats this coming season than in the previous winter. Launching four brand-new routes, in addition to 13 routes which commenced during 2019, the…
Alitalia to launch group booking platform in India
Alitalia recently launched its B2B community platform, called ‘Alitalia Connect’, in Italy to offer personalised relationship between Alitalia and its B2B customers like travel agencies…
Tencent collaborates with YESMILANO to boost Milan tourism from China
Tencent, a leading provider of internet value added services in China, has announced its collaboration with YESMILANO, the official promotional agency of Milan, to launch a WeChat…
Venice to introduce day-tripper tax
Authorities in the Italian canal city of Venice say a tax on day-trippers will start being charged from 1 July next year. The tax was announced nearly a year ago but its implementation…
Forte Village signs Oppidan Education partnership
Following a trial in August, Forte Village Resort has announced a new collaboration with Oppidan Education, the UK-based mentoring service for children aged 7-18. The resort located in…
Hot hotel openings: Re-interpreting history through a modern lens
This week on our platter of hot hotel openings, we’re serving you the freshest properties from St Regis, Pullman, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants and more.
A more competitive air transport industry could generate 200,000 more jobs in Italy: IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released a new study showing that a more competitive air transport sector in Italy could generate nearly EUR 20 billion (USD 22.03…
Myanmar expands visa-on-arrival list
Myanmar has added more countries to its visa-on-arrival list to make it easier for tourists to visit the country as it raises its tourism appeal worldwide. Effective from October,…
New collection of accessible Rome tours launched
Roma Experience has launched a collection of new accessible Rome tours available to anyone with unique access requirements. These exclusive tours explore the Colosseum and Vatican City,…
Malta, Belgrade and Florence now on Eurowings platter
Eurowings has added new destinations from Stuttgart to its summer flight schedule 2020. Starting from 1 June 2020, the airline will fly twice a week, on Fridays and Mondays, to the…
Parkvia stays on track with Italo for third year
European-based online parking reservation leader ParkVia has renewed its contract with Italian high-speed rail network, Italo, for a third consecutive year following consistent booking…
Hot hotel openings: Okinawa’s new beach-front paradise and more
In this week's list of hot hotel openings, we're seeing enviable properties — from the picturesque island of Okinawa to the bustling fashion district of Milan.
10 most Insta-worthy wedding locations
Your wedding is once-in-a-lifetime and must be extra special. The food, ceremony, and location must be perfect.
Ctrip bats for Sicily in China
Ctrip has announced a strategic partnership with Sicily that promises to bring a bigger share of the world’s largest outbound tourism market to the Mediterranean island.
Tourism is a…
Alitalia back to Milan Bergamo after eight-year hiatus
Milan Bergamo Airport (SACBO) marked the celebration of the return of Italian flag carrier Alitalia to its carrier roll call, as well as the addition of Rome Fiumicino to the airport’s…
Which wonder of the world is most popular on social media?
Throughout the years, there have been several lists of World Wonders that were compiled from ancient monuments to wonders of the present day.
Smooth ride: Avis launches ‘pay per kilometre’ brand in Italy
Car rental company Avis Budget Group has launched a new, pay per kilometre, mobility brand in Italy called Smile Rent. The low-cost, 100% self-serve brand is the latest addition to the…
flydubai’s inaugural flight lands in Naples
flydubai has unveiled its inaugural service to Naples (NAP) and has become the first national carrier for the UAE to offer direct flights from Dubai. With up to five flights a week,…
Milan Bergamo sees significant growth in 2019
With over 6.4 million paqssengers having already passed through the doors of Milan Bergamo Airport (SACBO) this year, a 5% year-on-year increase, 2019 seems set to beat 2018 as the most…
When Italian meets Thai: Well Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 20 showcases special culinary dish
Well Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 20 announced a culinary collaboration with Chef Simone Finetti. Ranked as the eighth finalist in the famous TV show Master Chef Italia edition 4, Chef Simone…
Record 12.5-million passenger traffic at Milan airport
Good times are ringing in for Milan as its airport shows a record increase in passenger traffic. Traffic records continue to rise at Società Esercizi Aeroportuali’s (SEA) Milan Malpensa…
Milan Bergamo becomes pivotal player during Milan Linate downtime
As Milan Linate Airport prepares for temporary closure during the upcoming peak summer season, Italy’s third-busiest airport, Milan Bergamo or SACBO, is in prime position to provide…
Europe’s first Lego waterpark coming to Italy’s Gardaland
The first Legoland Water Park in Europe will be built inside Italy’s Gardaland Resort and it will also be the first in the world inside a theme Park not Legoland branded. This was…
Best destinations for multi-gen family travel
Pettitts Travel created the 3G Family Travel Index to find the best destinations for all generations, from young children to grandparents looking to recapture their youth.
Celebrate 500 years of Da Vinci by following in his famous footsteps
Widely regarded as one of the greatest minds in the history of the human race, Leonardo da Vinci not only created sketches for machines that were centuries ahead of his time but he also…
Spiderman-inspired Euro trip by Klook
Inspired by the latest Spiderman movie, Klook highlights the best of London, Venice and Prague retracing the footsteps of Peter Parker.
Costa Cruise unveils first-ever LNG cruise ship
Costa Cruises, will be awaiting the arrival of Costa Smeralda in October 2019, the first Costa ship to be fuelled, both at port and while at sea by liquefied natural gas (LNG), the…
Brits pay the most traffic tickets in Italy
According to data collected by PayTicket, British tourists receive the highest of traffic tickets in Italy and the Netherlands. The report revealed that 88% of traffic tickets are issued…
Etihad introduces Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner to Rome
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is now flying its newest aircraft type, the Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner, on daily services to Rome. The introduction of the new service,…
Portugal beats out rivals to win re-election to the Executive Board of UNWTO
Portugal, has been re-elected for a second term on the Executive Board of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), with a total of 29 votes – ahead of rivals Turkey (26), Italy (25) and…
Eat, Pray, Love: Best locations to indulge in Italian cuisine
Italian holiday specialist Citalia has created a guide to 90 of the best experiences around the country with all of the unique reasons to visit them – whether you want to take in the Siena…
Why 2019 is a great time to visit Venice
That Italy is one of the finest holiday destinations in Europe is such a long-standing truth that taking a break in Bel Paese (Beautiful Country) is as much a cliche for the UK’s…
Start-up Fairbnb is Airbnb but with a heart
Fairbnb is a new start-up in the quad that allows you to rent your home to guests and will collect 15% commission on bookings. Where that commission will go sets the two start-ups apart. In…
Costa Cruises confirms India as “a big source cruise market”
Costa Cruises has confirmed its strong interest in developing the Indian cruise market as it completes its third successful India season.
Klook and CoopCulture’s “big step” towards digitising Italy
Travel activities, services and tour booking platform Klook, has announced its brand new global partnership with CoopCulture, an official national tour operator in Italy.
Smoking can get you kicked off Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line has updated its smoking policy and violators may be disembarked from the cruise ship.
Dolce & Gabbana doomed in China: What travel companies can learn from this
Luxury brand Dolce & Gabbana vanished in China in an instant amid a growing backlash against the brand’s latest ad campaign.
For your tastebuds: Finnair announces summer routes in Europe
Further strengthening its summer holiday offering for leisure customers, Finnair will open three new routes to Bologna, Italy; Bordeaux, France and Porto, Portugal for the peak summer season…
Alitalia jumps on the branded fares bandwagon
Sabre Corporation has announced that Italian airline Alitalia has jumped on the tech firm’s bandwagon by signing up for the Sabre Branded Fares solution, which will be available on domestic…
Azamara Club Cruises pairs with Cox & Kings to make stays in cities memorable
Azamara Club Cruises has partnered with luxury tour operator Cox & Kings and launched the City Stays program that will allow guests to explore the iconic arrival or departure ports.
DayBreakHotels CEO Simon Botto on making luxury hotels “more accessible”
DayBreakHotels makes it possible for guests to enjoy lavish rooms, spas, swimming pools, and other amenities for a ‘day break’ instead of booking an overnight stay.
Italy opens new visa application centre in Bahrain
The Italian Embassy, in partnership with VFS Global, inaugurated a new visa application centre in Manama, Bahrain to facilitate processing of Italian visas.
Tours and activities M&A continues as TUI Group acquires tech start-up Musement
To strengthen its position in the excursions, tours and activities business, TUI Group has acquired the Italian tech start-up, Musement.
MSC Cruises: Naples to receive “daily ships” for the first time
International cruise giant MSC Cruises has announced its new enhanced and expanded itineraries into Mediterranean Southern Italy this week. To help boost coverage in the region the company…
Curio Collection by Hilton debuts in Milan
Hilton has announced the opening of Grand Hotel Villa Torretta Milan Sesto, a 500-year-old property, joining Curio Collection by Hilton’s portfolio of more than 55 hotels around the world.
Mandarin Oriental announces luxury resort at Lake Como in Italy
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced to rebrand and manage an existing resort on Lake Como, Italy, scheduled to open in spring 2019.
BLS International to process Italy visas for Singapore residents
BLS International, a specialist provider of visa, passport, etc. services to the Governments across the world entered commenced Italy visa processing in Singapore from 2 July 2018.
MSC Cruises receives biggest ship ever built in Italy
MSC Cruises has officially taken delivery of its new flagship MSC Seaview, the biggest ship built in Italy, measuring 12 storeys high and the length of 26 buses lined up bumper to bumper.
Airbnb donates €1.25 million to Community Tourism Programme
Airbnb has released details concerning the first recipients of its €5 million Community Tourism Programme. More than €1.25 million has been awarded to 24 community projects from London to…
Five expert tips for selling bespoke train holidays
It is now getting on for five years ago that I struck out for Beijing on the Trans-Siberian Express. The epic journey through Europe, Russia Mongolia and into China was an incredible…
Small Luxury Hotels of the World announces five new hotels this May
Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) added five new properties this May including four newly opened hotels to its spirited global portfolio.
In the heart of Ancient Rome opens The Pantheon Iconic Rome Hotel
Joining the portfolio of Autograph Collection Hotels, The Pantheon Iconic Rome Hotel opened in the heart of the Eternal City, a few steps from one of Rome’s top tourist attractions.
Premium Plaza’s latest location becomes group’s largest lounge in Europe
Following news in November that Plaza Premium Lounge opened its first site within Heathrow Terminal Five (completing its Heathrow collection with Plaza now present in all terminals at the…
Qatar Airways announce codeshare with revamped Air Italy
Following Qatar Airways' 2017 purchase of 49% of Meridiana and its subsequent relaunch as Air Italy in February of this year, the Middle Eastern carrier has announced a new codeshare between…
You can take a virtual reality tour in Rome this summer
At the end of April, Roma Experience, in collaboration with archaeologists and tour guides, will be launching a 3D guided tour of Rome and its iconic sights.
Former Fiat factory in Turin becomes DoubleTree by Hilton
Located in the former Fiat factory, next to Lingotto Conference Centre and metro station, DoubleTree by Hilton Turin Lingotto is paving the way as the first DoubleTree in the city.
Hotel Savoy celebrates its renaissance with Emilio Pucci collaboration
After undergoing six months of renovation, Hotel Savoy has officially reopened.
European travel trends infographic proves old flames never go out – and Asians spend 32% more on accommodation than locals
Travel tech group HospitalityUnited.Club have created European Travel Trends, an infographic outlining key travel metrics and indicators in the continent during 2017.
When in Rome – take the best tour on Earth, guaranteed by TripAdvisor
Every time we book a tour somewhere, all we can do is cross our fingers and hope for an amazing experience. But with TripAdvisor’s 2018 Travel Trends Report, we now know the best tour in the…
New revenue stream dawns for luxury hotels with DayBreakHotels
DayBreakHotels, a Rome-based travel tech start-up launched by Simon Botto, Flavio Del Greco, Lorenzo Stabile and Michele Spadone in 2013, recently caught the attention of Hotel Jumpstart,…
Going places by making faces: Vacation glow inspires Expedia collab with Estee Lauder
Both lifestyle brands jointly offer the opportunity to win the trip-of-a-lifetime to one of eight dream destinations from now until May 2018.
Hilton Lake Como opens
Hilton Lake Como is now open, marking the hotel chain's first property in the region.
It is the largest hotel in Lake Como and located in the residential part of the city, between…
IHG adds Hotel Indigo Venice to its boutique portfolio in Italy
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) announced the signing of Hotel Indigo Venice - Sant’Elena - the third Hotel Indigo to be signed in Italy slated to open in 2019.
Citalia launches new products and an expanded brochure for 2018
Citalia has launched its new brochure for 2018 holidays, which includes new products, destinations and hotels.
With over 85 years of Italian heritage, the specialist tour operator’s new…
Prestige Holidays grows Sicily programme for 2018
Prestige Holidays has added a five-star boutique property in the ancient Valley of the Temples in Agrigento and a hotel in Taormina within reach of the old town to its Sicily and Puglia 2018…
Italy4Real launches Prosecco Lovers Tour
Italy4Real has launched a new Prosecco Lovers Tour in Italy.
The Italy tour specialist has launched the product ahead of National Prosecco Day on 13 August.
The 3-day tour…
bmi regional launches code-share partnership with Air Dolomiti
bmi regional has announced the launch of a new code-share partnership with Italian airline Air Dolomiti, which sees five new routes added to its network.
bmi regional customers can book…
easyJet to fly to Venice from Liverpool
easyJet has announced it will operate flights to Venice in Italy from Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA) later this year, taking the number of routes they operate from Liverpool to 29.…
Asian air route updates from AirAsia, Fiji Airways, China Eastern and more
Guiyang gets Italian charter flights
Where? Milan (Italy) to Guiyang, pictured (China)
When? Once a week, from 10 July to 2 October 2017
Who? Neos
Why? Italian charter carrier creates…
Asian air route updates from AirAsia, Bangkok Airways, Air Astana and more
AirAsia launches Borneo's new intra-island route
Where? Kuching (Malaysia) to Pontianak (Indonesia)
When? Daily, effective immediately
Who? AirAsia
Why? Low-cost carrier expands…
Carnival Corporation & Costa Group reaffirm commitment to Italy
Costa Group and its parent Carnival Corporation have this week reaffirmed their joint commitment to Italy and Europe overall, announcing they will hire approximately 4,500 Italian crew…
Travel agents discover Puglia with Inghams Italy
From 20-24 May, four travel agents, a member of the Inghams agency sales team and an Inghams Italy reservations team member of staff travelled on a fam trip to discover the region of Puglia.…
Etihad pulls out as Alitalia files for administration
Etihad Airways says it will no longer invest in Alitalia after the Italian national carrier filed for administration.
Bankruptcy proceedings were triggered - for the second time in a…
Bulgaria best-value European destination this summer
Bargain hunters looking for a holiday where their pounds will stretch furthest should head to Bulgaria, according to this year’s Post Office Travel Money Holiday Costs Barometer, which…
Last chance to book for savings up to £500 on summer getaways
Celebrity Cruises are offering savings of up to £500 on summer getaways through the Mediterranean; this offer ends on Tuesday 28 February 2017.
Join Celebrity Cruises’ …
Costa Cruises wins top employers award
Costa Cruises has been recognised among the top Italian companies for employee working conditions. The Italian cruise line was recognised by the Top Employers Institute for the fourth…
Hainan Airlines covers Italy with new codeshare
Hainan Airlines has formed a new partnership with Alitalia that will provide Chinese travellers with connections to multiple destinations across Italy.
The Chinese carrier already…
Many missing as avalanche slams into Italian hotel
At least 28 people remain missing, feared dead, after an upscale Italian hotel was buried by an avalanche.
Rescue workers managed to reach the remains of the Hotel Rigopiano on…
Where to Stay: New hotels in Bali, Texas, Phu Quoc and an Italian island
Mövenpick Resort & Spa Jimbaran Bali
Location: Next to Samasta Village shopping complex, a few minutes' walk from the beach at Jimbaran Bay
Grade: Upscale
Keys: 297
Facilities:…
La Dolce Vita at Paradise Resort & Spa, Sardinia
When you think of the north east coast of Sardinia, it is ‘Costa Smerelda’ (Emerald Coast) running north of Olbia, that tends to grab the limelight; this idyllic coastline of marinas and…
Ryanair launches London Luton-Cagliari route
Ryanair has further expanded its London Luton winter 2016 schedule with a new route to Cagliari, starting in January, which will operate twice weekly and will increase to three times weekly…
Florence tourism officials promote destination in Dubai
The Convention Bureau of Florence (FCVB) has visited key members of the Dubai travel trade to promote the Italian city’s MICE and leisure products.
The sales mission, led in cooperation…
Ryanair on major expansion drive in Italy
Ryanair has unveiled plans for a major expansion of its operations in Italy.
Having reversed the decision to close its base at Pescara airport last week, Ryanair then announced plans…
Etihad announces flights to Venice
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will expand its services to Italy with a daily flight to Marco Polo Airport.
The new service will begin from 30 October…
Etihad creates new bridge to Venice
Etihad Airways will expand its Italian network this autumn with the launch of a new direct service to Venice.
Effective 30 October 2016, Etihad's flights will replace Alitalia's…
Italy Visa Application Centre moves to better Amman location
Residents of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan can now apply for Italy visas and enrol for biometrics at a new visa application centre opened in the capital city of Amman.
The new centre…
Qatar Airways launches Pisa service
The Italian city of Pisa welcomed the first Qatar Airways flight to arrive at its international airport from Doha, Qatar, on Tuesday.
The A330 landed at 06:55 and was greeted by a…
Emirates boost capacity to Milan with second daily A380
Emirates has unveiled plans to increase capacity on the Dubai-Milan route with the deployment of a second daily A380.
The migration from a Boeing 777-300ER to the iconic double…
Qatar Airways to acquire stake in Meridiana
Qatar Airways has signed an agreement with Alisarda, the parent company of Meridiana, to acquire a 49 percent stake in the airline.
Qatar Airways Group CEO Akbar Al Baker said: “Qatar…
easyJet to launch Budapest-Venice route in October
EasyJet has confirmed it will offer flights from Budapest to Venice from 31 October.
The low-cost carrier will operate flights three days per week, linking Budapest Airport to Venice…
Starwood offloads Florence hotels to Qatari investor
JLL’s Hotels & Hospitality Group has advised Starwood Hotels & Resorts Group in the sale of two trophy assets in Florence for a total sale price of approximately €190 million.…
Inghams treats agents to Italy FAM trip
Inghams Italy recently gave agents a taste of ‘La Dolce Vita’ on a four-night educational trip to the town of Sorrento and the island of Ischia on the Neapolitan Riviera.
Agents spent an…
Alitalia to start flying to Beijing
Alitalia will launch a new direct service between Rome and Beijing this summer.
Commencing on 18 July 2016, the new route will operate four times a week, departing the Italian capital…
Eating Italy to launch new Florence foodies’ tour
Eating Italy is expanding its portfolio further by launching a new food tour in Florence, Tuscany.
Taking visitors through the neighbourhood of Oltrano, the Florentine equivalent of…
Costa to launch two more Chinese cruise ships
Costa Cruises will launch two more ships designed specifically for the Chinese market, following the placement of a major order by its parent company, Carnival Corporation.
The deal…
First InterContinental hotel confirmed for Venice
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has announced the signing of its first InterContinental hotel in Venice - InterContinental Venice – Palazzo Nani.
The hotel will operate under a…
New flights to connect Hainan with Rome
Hainan Airlines is planning to launch a new flight linking China's Hainan Island with Rome.
The airline has applied to the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) for permission…
Italy’s Liguria region targets UK tourists
A new English-language website has been launched promoting the northern Italian region of Liguria. Developed by Italy’s Regional Agency for Tourism Promotion, the “Beyond the Riviera” site…
Rome sees surge in Middle East tourists
Rome is fast becoming the new hotspot for Arab travellers, according to Hotelier’s in the Italian capital.
The Rome Cavalieri witnessed a 22% increase in Middle East tourists between…
Jet Airways CEO to head up Alitalia
Cramer Ball, the current CEO of India's Jet Airways, will take up the same position with Alitalia next year.
Following a shareholder meeting this week, the Alitalia board officially…
Milanese hotel operators reap Expo rewards
Hotels in Milan, Italy, reported record-breaking performance in October and significant performance increases across the six months of Expo Milano 2015, according to new data released by STR…
Hainan Airlines launches Xi’an-Rome flights
Hainan Airlines' inaugural flight from Xi’an to Rome departed on 9 December.
The new twice weekly service marks the first direct connection between the two ancient cities.
Flights…
Inghams Italy debuts 2016 brochure
Inghams Italy has launched its 2016 brochure with an expanded programme including Sardinia and the Aeolian Islands as well as new hotels in Sorrento, Ischia, the Amalfi coast and spa…
Hainan Airlines links Xi’an with Rome
Hainan Airlines is planning to launch the first direct flights between Rome and Xi'an.
Commencing on 9 December 2015, the new twice weekly flights will depart the northern Chinese…
China Southern connects Wuhan with Rome and Dubai
China Southern Airlines has revealed plans to launch direct services from Wuhan to Rome and Dubai.
Commencing on 17 December 2015, the airline will launch three weekly flights from…
Park Hyatt Milan offers complimentary Fiat Abarth
To celebrate Expo 2015, Park Hyatt Milan has partnered with Fiat Abarth Cars to enable guests the chance to tour the city of Milan and surrounding cities driving a complementary Abarth…
Review: Lake Como cool by Sheraton
The Italian Lake District’s first big brand property, Sheraton Lake Como, has quickly made a name for itself as one of ‘the’ places to stay, dine and hang out since opening its doors in…
NH Hotels to open sixth property in Rome
NH Hotel Group, one of Europe’s largest hotel chains, has signed a new deal to open its sixth hotel in Rome.
The as-yet unnamed hotel will be operated by the group’s premium brand,…
Milan Expo traffic boosts city’s hotel occupancy rate
Hotels in Milan, Italy, saw a positive turnaround in occupancy during the third and fourth weeks of Expo Milano 2015, according to data from STR Global.
From 15-28 May,…
Brits flock to Milan Expo
With Expo Milano now well underway, Go Euro, a travel search engine that compares bus, train and flight options across Europe, has seen an increase in search and bookings to Milan of 180%…
