Travel Industry News
Chinese buyers flock to Caribbean Travel Marketplace
Twenty companies will join more than 1,000 delegates registered for what promises to be a dynamic edition of the event slated for this month in Montego Bay, Jamaica.
Boschulte on track to become US Virgin Islands tourism commissioner
Joe Boschulte, a United States Virgin Islands businessperson and tourism specialist, has been nominated as commissioner for the department of tourism.
Routes Americas 2020 headed to Indianapolis, Indiana
Held in a different location each year and bringing together airlines, airports and tourism authorities, Routes Americas is the event dedicated to air service development in the Americas.
Chicago sets new tourism records in 2018
Mayor Rahm Emanuel has announced Chicago welcomed over 57.6 million visitors in 2018 - a growth of 4.3 per cent over the previous year, resulting in a new tourism record.
Airbus begins work on A220 manufacturing facility in Mobile, Alabama
Airbus’ manufacturing growth in the United States advanced another step earlier in Mobile, Alabama, as construction of the company’s A220 facility officially launched with a ground-breaking ceremony.
Jumeirah Al Qasr completes room renovations
Jumeirah Al Qasr has refurbished its full inventory of rooms and suites, maintaining its traditional Arabic style, but now with a contemporary flair.
WestJet welcomes first Boeing Dreamliner to fleet in Canada
Having long operated a fleet of Boeing single-aisle jets, WestJet will use the super-efficient, long-range 787-9 Dreamliner to serve new international routes.
PRCO to handle public relations for Rocco Forte Hotels
PRCO has announced its appointment as the UK public relations representatives for Rocco Forte Hotels. The brand boasts a portfolio of 11 landmark hotels and resorts in iconic destinations, with a further five new openings in the pipeline.
Sandals Montego Bay to welcome World Travel Awards Caribbean & North America Gala Ceremony
The gala ceremony will be the premier gathering of the Caribbean and North American hospitality industries, with the key players and VIPs from across the two regions scheduled to attend.
Ryanair issues profit warning as fares continue to fall
Ryanair has lowered its full-year profit guidance blaming the falling prices of fares. The low-cost carrier said it now expects to report profits of €1-€1.1 billion for the full year, down from the €1.1-€1.2 billion it had earlier suggested.
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Laura Ashley the Tea Room joins vegan wave
In what is somewhat optimistically being branded the year of the vegan, Laura Ashley the Tea Room has launched a brand-new vegan afternoon tea menu at its tea rooms in Burnham Beeches, Coventry, and Solihull.
Generator take on Hills Balfour in Europe
Generator has appointed London-based travel representation and PR consultancy Hills Balfour to manage its European PR strategy. Hills Balfour’s pan-European remit includes maintaining strong media relations, operating a robust press office and developing several creative concepts.