Carnival Jubilee naming to be held on February 24
Carnival Jubilee naming to be held on February 24
IHG Hotels & Resorts announces the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Rakuten Group Inc.’s travel reservation service Rakuten Travel, marking the first collaboration of its kind between IHG and a Japanese travel reservation service.
The charm and allure of overwater villas and beach houses just steps away from the white sand beach have made Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives a favourite for Europeans for several years, but it is the resort’s positioning as ‘affordable luxury’ which continues to inspire and drive an upward trajectory in arrivals.
Victoria’s Squeaky Beach has been named ‘Best Australian Beach’ by Australian beach expert, Brad Farmer AM. Squeaky Beach is the first Victorian beach to claim the coveted ‘Best Australian Beach’ title after nudging out The Farm in New South Wales, which finished second, and Australia’s southernmost beach, Cockle Creek in Tasmania, which took the bronze.
The island destination of Madeira has taken its sustainability credentials to new heights, with all three golfing venues embracing the tourist board’s long-term commitment to preserving the environment.
Although the technology has advanced significantly in recent years, a real revolution in Artificial Intelligence occurred only last year. But in the tourism industry its true impact will be based on how it is implemented for practical purposes. A group of experts from leading hotel chains spoke about it recently at FITUR, read on to find out more.
Passengers ‘abandoning’ expensive long-haul destinations for cheaper alternatives
Introducing Inclusive Morocco the first LGBTQ+ -founded and led luxury travel company in Morocco with a 100% Moroccan team. Set up by two passionate advocates for sustainability and inclusivity, Bilal El Hammoumy and Rania Chentouf, Inclusive Morocco itineraries are meticulously designed to celebrate the rich tapestry of Moroccan culture, with the local environment top of mind. The experienced team champions excellent hospitality and inclusiveness, ensuring every traveller leaves Morocco with a unique and profound connection to the country’s abundant spirit.
Firm outlines opportunities on offer as demand rises
But GBTA poll suggests greater caution in Europe than North America