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UNWTO Identifies Priorities for Boosting Rural Tourism Potential
UNWTO has launched a new report to determine the status of rural tourism in its Member States and identify the main challenges and opportunities for tourism as a driver for rural development from a policy perspective.
Etihad Rail aims to bring luxury railway service to UAE to boost tourism
The railway operator and Italian luxury hospitality company Arsenale have signed a deal to bring 'rail cruising' to the Emirates
Strong signs of recovery for Travel & Tourism in Canada says WTTC
Sector set to contribute more than $162 billion to Canada’s economy this year Travel & Tourism contributes one in every 12 jobs International visitor spend up almost 65%
Days Inn by Wyndham and TV Host Ross Mathews Team Up to Launch 'Complimentary' In-Room Mirror
World's sunniest hotel brand debuts limited-time amenity in time for the busy summer travel season, offers hotel guests compliments at the push of a button
Taste Club, a Luxury Concierge Dining & Travel Membership Club Showcasing Megastar Chefs to Launch
Members receive preferred access to the most acclaimed restaurants in the country, exclusive tasting menus designed by celebrated chefs, and access to a collection of bespoke Taste Club Travel Experiences
Marriott International Promotes Brian Povinelli
Expanded Role Includes Overseeing Brand Management to Increase Customer Preference for the Company's Portfolio of Premium, Select Service and Longer Stay Brands
Princess Cruises Debuts First-Ever Summer Colonial Heritage Voyages
Guests Can Sail from Boston, New York, Québec or Ft. Lauderdale for Historical Summer Vacations or Experience the Yearly Symphony of Fall Foliage Colors
Pilot Strikes Put Travel Plans at Risk Ahead of Busy Summer Travel Season
Several major U.S-based airlines, including United, Southwest, and American, are facing potential pilot strikes ahead of a busy summer travel season.
Boeing Publicly Launches "Cascade" to Support Aviation's Net Zero Goal
Data modeling tool quantifies strategies, enables collaboration on decarbonization solutions
New Historic Direct Flight, New York to the Faroe Islands, to Launch this Summer
Atlantic Airways, the Faroese national carrier, is launching a historic first scheduled service between the U.S. and the Faroe Islands. The route will connect New York Stewart International Airport (SWF) with Vágar Airport (FAE) in the Faroe Islands.
LANGHAM HOSPITALITY GROUP APPOINTS BOB VAN DEN OORD AS NEW CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Bob van den Oord has been named Chief Executive Officer for Langham Hospitality Group, stepping up from his current role as Regional Vice President – Europe, Middle East and North America from September 1, 2023.
ALLEGIANT UNVEILS SPECIAL LIVERY DEDICATED TO INSOMNIAC FANS
Allegiant Travel Company has unveiled a special addition to its fleet: a vibrant, one-of-a-kind Insomniac-themed livery designed for Electronic Dance Music (EDM) fans and beyond.