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Breaking Travel News interview: Philippe Baretaud, chief executive, Mantis Collection
Earlier this year AccorHotels struck strategic partnership with the South Africa-based Mantis Group. Here Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole chats with Philippe Baretaud, the newly appointed chief executive of Mantis, to see what the partnership means for the company and its operations around the world
4 Benefits of using a vehicle for hire service in the UK
For most people, touring to different parts of the world tops the to-do items on their bucket list. Travelling is a fun activity that helps people learn and explore new places. However, commuting in a new town can be tedious and stress-inducing if you don’t know your way around. Good news is, car hire services are usually offered by different service providers at varying prices. These services allow you to hire a vehicle and use it for a specified period of time.
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Breaking Travel News interview: Jonathan Raggett, managing director, Red Carnation Hotels
Having been appointed as managing director of Red Carnation in 2000, Jonathan Raggett has overseen the rapid expansion of company’s portfolio from four to 17 luxury boutique hotels. Here he tells Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole what differentiates the company from its competitors in London and around the world
Breaking Travel News investigates: JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay, Vietnam
Five-star accommodations, luxury amenities and an unparalleled location on a pristine private beach in Phu Quoc set the stage for an unforgettable hotel experience at JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay Resort & Spa. Here Breaking Travel News finds out more
Breaking Travel News investigates: InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort, Vietnam
As InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort in Vietnam is recognised with a host of top titles at the World Travel Awards, we here find out more about this one-of-a-kind destination
Breaking Travel News investigates: Tourism in the Negev Desert, Israel
Stretching to cover half of Israel’s landmass, but home to only eight per cent of its population, the Negev Desert is a beautiful but sparse part of the country. Here Eleanor Hawkins visits for Breaking Travel News to discover more about this underappreciated destination
Best Places to Visit in New Zealand
New Zealand is an island country in the south Pacific, best known for its pristine nature and abundance of natural life. As one of the most remote countries in the world, New Zealand has some of the most stunning natural parks you will ever visit. If you’re a fan of movies such as The Lord of the Rings or the Hobbit, you also probably know that they were filmed on locations in New Zealand.
Breaking Travel News investigates: Portugal
Portugal has seen a large rise in tourism numbers over the last five years. It has long summers, plenty of historical sites and is one of the cheapest countries in Europe. Here we find out more
10 reasons to go to Thailand
Thailand is a paradise for those who do not like the cold. Many people prefer to fly there not for a week or two, but to stay for the whole winter. The air temperature not only allows you to bask in the sun (+30°C) but also enjoy the Andaman or South China Sea (+29°C).
5 most exciting things to do in France
A country known for its fashion, culture, food and literature, France is extraordinarily beautiful. From the Alps to the Mediterranean Sea, its landscape is quite diverse and vast. While you are in the country, drop by one of those Parisian cafes and enjoy coffee with croissant. Or simply book one of the best private tours to France 2019 which will make sure you get to do everything to make your trip unforgettable. A country known for its fashion, culture, food and literature, France is extraordinarily beautiful.
The Last Game
The final countdown of the North Pole’s life will begin with a Hockey Game in April 2019, aimed to draw the attention of world leaders to the issue of global warming in the Arctic region.
Private Airport Transfers: a Great Source of Extra Income for Travel Agents
If you’re a travel agent, you know how important it is to provide a high-quality service to your clients. Tourists satisfied with their vacations will come to you again and again and will also recommend you to their friends and colleagues. One of the problems most travel agents face is how to make the client’s trip from an airport to a hotel fast and comfortable.