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Maldives Named “Best Long-Haul Destination of the Year” at UK’s Food and Travel Magazine Awards
The Maldives has won the title of ‘Best Long-Haul Destination of the Year’’ in the UK’s Food and Travel Magazine Reader Awards 2022. The Maldives secured the title competing against destinations such as Canada, Ecuador, Fiji, Japan, Namibia, Seychelles, South Africa, South Korea and the Caribbean.
New director of operations at Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers
His time as director of food and beverage at Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers saw Pittyion increase the property’s F&B revenue by 60 percent in just one year, securing multiple awards for the hotel.
Meet three chefs pushing boundaries at Atlantis The Royal
Costas Spiliadis, Nobu and Mich Turner tell us about their new restaurants
Minister of Tourism Inaugurates Four Seasons Expansion
His Excellency the Minister of Tourism, Mr Ahmed Al-Khateeb, inaugurated the first phase of the expansion and renovation of the Four Seasons Hotel in Riyadh
UN Designates February 17 as ‘Global Tourism Resilience Day’ Annually
Jamaica’s efforts to bolster resilience in global tourism by proposing the official designation of February 17th as Global Tourism Resilience Day annually has yielded great success, as the United Nations (UN) officially ratified the move to facilitate its observance globally yesterday (February 6).
Visitor numbers to Dubai increased 97 per cent y-on-y in 2022
Dubai received 14.36 million international overnight visitors in 2022, an increase of 97 per cent year-on-year from the 7.28 million tourist arrivals it recorded in 2021
200 MELIÁ HOTELS INTERNATIONAL HOTELS RECEIVE 2023 TRAVELLER REVIEW AWARDS
Meliá Hotels International has had another successful year in the Booking.com Traveller Review Awards. More than 200 of the company's hotels have been rewarded this year for their exceptional performance and for having achieved a satisfaction rating above 8 in the reviews made by thousands of real customers on Booking.com
Dusit Hotels and Resorts all set for Japan and Europe debut
Dusit Hotels and Resorts under Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has announced its expansion plans for 2023, including debuting its unique brand of Thai-inspired gracious hospitality in Japan and Europe
Delta, American Express team up to deliver travel savings with TakeOff 15
Eligible Delta SkyMiles American Express Card Members have another reason to start planning their next trip: as these cardholders can now take 15% off Award Travel on Delta flights, anytime
Jumeirah Group Expands Presence in Europe with Key Acquisition in Geneva
Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hospitality company and member of Dubai Holding, today announced the acquisition of its first property in Switzerland as it continues its growth trajectory and international expansion. The flagship property - Le Richemond - was founded in 1875 and is located on the banks of Lake Geneva in a prime location at the heart of the city’s business district and a short walk from the city’s luxury designer boutiques.
Turkish Technic to Provide Base Maintenance Services to Air Serbia
Turkish Technic, a leading provider of maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services has signed an agreement with the flag carrier of Serbia, Air Serbia, for the base maintenance services of four Airbus A320 family along with an A330 aircraft.
New Lufthansa app improves travel experience
Clearer, easier and faster to use: The new Lufthansa app is now available for download. It has been redeveloped from scratch and optimized together with customers. The app features an improved, clear design and makes traveling even easier and more convenient.