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Carnival Corporation delays return of North America lines
A number of cruise lines owned by Carnival Corporation, including Seabourn and Holland America Line, have revealed a new wave of cancellations in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Bear Grylls Explorers Camp opens in Ras Al Khaimah
RAK Leisure has announced the first Bear Grylls branded accommodation in the world is now available to book. The camp is situated on Jebel Jais, the highest mountain in the UAE.
Marriott-Sorenson Centre for Hospitality Leadership to be established
The location has been set up to honour the memory of Arne Sorenson, the Marriott International chief executive who died earlier this month from pancreatic cancer.
Azamara delays return until July
Azamara has become the latest line to delay its return to operation in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. No trips will now depart before June 30th.
Nobu Hospitality unveils plans for Hamburg property
The Nobu Hotel Elbtower Hamburg will offer 191 spaciously designed guest rooms and suites, a 200-seat Nobu restaurant, a stylish terrace bar and lounge with views of the River Elbe.
American Cruise Lines to add new Pacific Northwest vessel
American Harmony, one of the American modern riverboats, successfully completed its recent journey from the East Coast to the Pacific Northwest via the Panama Canal.
Princess Cruises expands UK sailings for autumn 2021
The move is in response to the Canadian transport ministry’s interim order extending the closure of Canadian ports and waters to passenger ships.
Red Sea Development Company partners with Gartner
The company has awarded a contract to Gartner for the provision of technology procurement advisory services. The latter will provide insights and advice on licensinga and technology customisation.
Nakheel to welcome UAE Tour to Dubai on Friday
Three of leading master developments from Nakheel will proudly host the best cyclists in the world on Friday as the UAE Tour enters its final stages.
Heathrow optimistic for year ahead despite huge losses
Heathrow has reported a loss of £2 billion for 2020 as Covid-19 restrictions saw travel come to a virtual standstill. In comparison, the London location made a profit of £546 million in 2019.
Accor reports €2bn loss for 2020 as Covid-19 takes toll
Accor, however, said it was “ideally positioned to benefit from the recovery” this year, citing the global vaccine roll out and a gradual recovery in tourism.
easyJet offers more trips as demand rises
easyJet has put more flights and holidays for 2022 on sale earlier than ever before to provide more choice for customers as the UK looks to reopen following Covid-19.