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Unlock Massive Savings on London Train Fares: New Research Reveals How to Slash Costs
Good Travel Management has conducted research on train fares to London from various UK stations, revealing significant potential savings for travelers who book in advance for business meetings. Stations like Liverpool Central and Liverpool Lime Street offer the highest savings of up to 87%, with advanced bookings costing as little as £23.00 compared to anytime fares of £174.30.
Inspired by World Ocean's Day and Environment Day
Head to Belize to enjoy the country’s outstanding natural beauty and sustainability initiatives
New Campaign by VisitScotland Promotes Route Connecting All Eight Scottish Cities
Train travel has seen a surge in popularity with the growing emphasis on slow travel and making a holiday more sustainable. The latest government data on train travel shows that there was a 155% increase in passenger rail journeys last year. Furthermore, research shows that 64% of UK travellers are searching for green travel options, including choosing more environmentally friendly transport options and sustainable accommodation.
The Canary Islands, a Benchmark Destination for LGBTQ+ Tourists
Canary Islands Tourism launches "A Climate of Pride" campaign across five European markets, aimed at LGBTQ+ travellers to reinforce its positioning as an LGBTQ+ friendly destination.
The Port of Seville, epicenter of nautical innovation and the transformation of blue tourism
The Port of Seville has been the setting for an unprecedented event in the field of blue tourism: the forum "OPEN INNOVATION: A DEVELOPMENT TOOL FOR BLUE TOURISM". This meeting brought together the main players in the nautical and port sector, with a special focus on innovation and digital transformation, key elements for the future of this industry.
Minister Bartlett En Route to Paris for 173rd BIE General Assembly
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, is set to represent Jamaica at the much anticipated 173rd General Assembly of the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) in Paris, France. The BIE is the Intergovernmental Organization overseeing and regulating international exhibitions lasting more than three weeks, including World Expos, Specialised Expos, Horticultural Expos, and the Triennale di Milano.
Sir Bani Yas Island Opens New Visitor Centre
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has inaugurated the Sir Bani Yas Island Visitor Centre. The centre will serve as a cultural resource for both local and international tourists to learn more about the historic landscape of Sir Bani Yas Island.
TAT’s Loi Krathong Festival 2023 kicks off Thailand Winter Festival
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is inviting all to experience one of Thailand’s oldest and most colourful festivals while gaining insights into the charming traditions of Chiang Mai, Roi Et, Samut Songkhram, Sukhothai, and Tak at the Loi Krathong Festival 2023 at Bangkok’s Phadung Krung Kasem Canal.
Magical Merriment Arrives as EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays begins
Guests can experience merry moments as EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth jingles back to Walt Disney World® Resort till Dec. 30, 2023.
Snowflake Lane Brings Cheerful Season's Greetings to PNW
The Pacific Northwest's much-loved holiday tradition, Snowflake Lane, will return for the 19th year on Nov. 24 to transform downtown Bellevue into a magical winter wonderland through Christmas Eve.
Sands China Supports Macau Grand Prix with Community and Tourist Activities
With the Macau Grand Prix celebrating its 70th anniversary with an extended two-weekend schedule, Sands China Ltd. supported the world-famous competition with a special Grand Prix community outing; a series of Grand Prix themed activities, installations and workshops at The Venetian® Macao and at the historic Iec Long Firecracker Factory, which Sands China is revitalising; and concerts on each of the two Grand Prix weekends to promote the integrated development of sports, culture and tourism.
Wuhan Donghu Ecological Park Tops 6th in China's 5A Tourist Attractions
Donghu Ecological Park, located in capital city Wuhan of central China's Hubei Province, has received 21.39 million tourists, ranking the country's 6th 5A level scenic attractions during the October holiday season, with income of 5.7 billion yuan RMB (about 800 million US dollars), according to the park management committee.