What To Do In, a pioneering travel company known for its in-depth and insider guides to the world’s most captivating destinations, is thrilled to announce the launch of a new featured section on its website dedicated exclusively to Fuerteventura, often celebrated as the Hawaii of Europe.
Viking® has announced its newest ship for the Nile River—the 82-guest Viking Hathor—was “floated out,” marking a major construction milestone and the first time the ship has touched water. Set to debut in August 2024, the Viking Hathor will join the company’s growing fleet of state-of-the-art ships for the Nile River and will sail Viking’s popular 12-day Pharaohs & Pyramids itinerary.
Just in time for summer travel planning, United has launched MileagePlus miles pooling – a new way for MileagePlus members to contribute and combine their miles into a joint account. Available on United.com, groups of up to five members can now share and redeem miles in one linked account.
Carnival Cruise Line today revealed details for Paradise Plaza and Calypso Lagoon, two of the five portals at its new Celebration Key™ cruise destination on Grand Bahama set to debut in July 2025.
Boom Supersonic, the company building the world’s fastest airliner, Overture, today announced the successful flight of XB-1, the world’s first independently developed supersonic jet, at the Mojave Air & Space Port in Mojave, California
Royal Caribbean International is putting a new beach club experience on the map. The world’s largest cruise line has announced the expansion of its destination lineup with Royal Beach Club Cozumel in Mexico, opening in 2026.
British Airways is leading the charge towards sustainable aviation with a multi-million-pound investment program to revamp its ground support equipment at Heathrow Airport. Over 90% of the airline’s vehicles and ground equipment at Heathrow now boast zero emissions, hybrid, or operate on hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) fuel, thanks to initiatives such as replacing diesel passenger aircraft steps with electric versions and introducing electric baggage tugs.
Weeva’s Sustainability Management Standard has achieved GSTC-Recognized status, marking it as equivalent to the GSTC Industry Criteria for sustainable tourism. Weeva, a SaaS platform, aids tourism businesses in implementing holistic sustainability practices across various parameters. This recognition reflects adherence to the four pillars of the GSTC Criteria: Sustainable Management, Socioeconomic, Cultural, and Environmental principles. While not related to certification or accreditation, GSTC Recognition signifies alignment with international sustainability norms.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts celebrates a significant achievement with its Women Own the Room initiative, surpassing 15 hotel openings and over 50 signings in just over two years. This groundbreaking initiative aims to address the gender disparity in hotel ownership by providing comprehensive financial solutions, operational support, and networking opportunities for women in the industry.
MSC Cruises celebrated a significant milestone by hosting a special event onboard MSC Bellissima in Shanghai, marking her maiden call and becoming the first international cruise line to resume sailings from mainland China since the pandemic. The event welcomed government officials, travel agents, media, and partners to experience the line’s Asian flagship.