Travel Industry News
OUTRIGGER Maldives Unveils Ultimate Barefoot Luxury with Lonubo Private Island Retreat
OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Resort introduces a new level of luxury with the Lonubo private island retreat, located just 200 meters from the resort. Guests can enjoy the ultimate in privacy and relaxation on this secluded island, which features palm-covered landscapes, sun loungers, plush beanbags, sunshades, and light refreshments for a four-hour escape.
British Airways Executive Club Members Can Now Earn Avios on World Duty Free Purchases at Heathrow
British Airways Executive Club members can now accumulate Avios points when shopping at World Duty Free stores in London Heathrow Airport. Customers can earn one Avios point for every £1 spent on various products, including sunglasses, skincare, fragrances, and fashion items, across all terminals at Heathrow. To take advantage of this offer, Executive Club members need to sign up for the Red by Dufry loyalty program offered by World Duty Free and provide their Executive Club details in the Red by Dufry app.
Royal Caribbean Celebrates Arrival of Icon of the Seas, the Ultimate Vacation Experience
Royal Caribbean International has officially welcomed the Icon of the Seas, a groundbreaking cruise ship, to its fleet after seven years of planning and 900 days of design and construction. The ship’s delivery ceremony took place at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Turku, Finland, with more than 1,200 crew members and workers in attendance.
Radisson Blu Hotel at Porsche Design Tower Stuttgart Opens with Modern Comfort and Panoramic Views
The new Radisson Blu Hotel at Porsche Design Tower Stuttgart, located in Stuttgart’s tallest building, offers 168 meticulously designed rooms and suites on the upper floors of this iconic structure. The hotel combines contemporary aesthetics with harmonious color palettes, paying homage to the tower’s iconic design. Guests can enjoy panoramic views of the city and beyond, luxurious amenities, and Radisson Blu’s signature connectivity features.
Air Canada Receives Recognition for Outstanding Commitment to Employment Equity
Air Canada has been honored with two awards at the Employment Equity Achievement Awards, presented by Federal Minister of Labour and Seniors, The Honourable Seamus O’Regan. The airline was recognized for its exceptional commitment to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion. Air Canada received the “Outstanding Commitment to Employment Equity” award for its holistic CARE approach, focusing on community outreach, accountability, representation, engagement, and belonging.
Malaysia Airlines Launches Year-End Sale with Attractive Fares for Domestic and International Travel
Malaysia Airlines has announced its Year-End Sale, offering travelers attractive ticket prices for planning holidays until the new year. The sale, which runs from November 28 to December 11, 2023, includes fares starting from RM79 for domestic destinations and RM229 for international destinations. Travelers can explore ASEAN countries with fares like RM229 from Kuching to Singapore, RM249 from Kuala Lumpur to Kertajati, and RM299 to Ho Chi Minh City.
DECEMBER 2023: MANDARIN ORIENTAL SAVOY, ZURICH – SWITZERLAND
Zurich’s first grand hotel, this iconic landmark will be transformed blending modern luxury with historic charm and Mandarin Oriental’s legendary service.
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.
EMBRACE THE SERENITY OF 'SILENT NIGHT' AT MANDARIN ORIENTAL SPAS ON 13 DECEMBER 2023
Promoting an evening of silence, mindfulness and digital detox, The Spas at Mandarin Oriental are once again turning down the volume with the ninth-annual Silent Night. On 13 December, talking and music will cease at 5pm in all spas worldwide, encouraging time for individual reflection, awareness and disconnection from all technology. Exclusively for Silent Night, each spa will offer mindfulness-based experiences in addition to signature wellness treatments.
Civitatis is heading towards 10 million travellers globally by close of 2023
World’s leading seller of Spanish-speaking tours & activities Civitatis has seen 115% growth since 2019, with a 31% surge from 2022 to YTD 2023.
BIE Member States elect Saudi Arabia as host country of World Expo 2030! Congratulations Riyadh!
World Expo 2030: 1st round of voting
High stakes and Hollywood stars at the voting ceremony in Paris for the 2030 World Expo host
In a high-profile showdown, Rome, Busan and Riyadh are the top contenders to become the host city of the 2030 World Expo, with the organizing body choosing the winner on Tuesday.