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DEAL HOLDINGS LAUNCHES FAB GROUP

DEAL HOLDINGS LAUNCHES FAB GROUP

FAB Group, a lifestyle and culinary venture created by UAE-based investment and development company, DEAL Holdings, launches today with the aim of leading innovation in hospitality, dining and brand development across the MENA region. Through the combination of a forward-thinking approach and exceptional local insight, FAB Group will launch popular boutique brands featuring Michelin-star talent from the UK and Europe across the region, while also creating immersive culinary and lifestyle experiences, elevating MENA's position on the global hospitality map.

JAL Group Announces FY2025 Winter Schedule on International and Domestic Network

JAL Group Announces FY2025 Winter Schedule on International and Domestic Network

The JAL Group today announced the Winter schedule for international and domestic routes for fiscal year 2025. International Flights ● To increase capacity in response to strong inbound demand during the winter season, the Narita–Melbourne route will increase from three flights per week to daily service(*1), and the Narita–Shanghai (Pudong) route will be resumed(*2) between October 26 and March 28.

Marriott Bonvoy Launches “Playful Getaways” Joint Campaign with McDonald’s China

Marriott Bonvoy Launches “Playful Getaways” Joint Campaign with McDonald’s China

As urban life continues to accelerate, new travel trends such as weekend escape and micro-cation are gaining popularity among younger generations as a way to recharge and lift their spirits. Responding to this trend, Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s award-winning travel platform, has launched the “Playful Getaways with Marriott Bonvoy” campaign in collaboration with McDonald’s China, running now through January 30, 2026. The campaign spans 14 cities and features McDonald’s-themed hotel rooms, dual-branded sightseeing buses in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen, as well as a fun-filled “Scratch & Win” game. These imaginative experiences invite young travelers to rediscover their cities and explore nearby destinations in a fresh, immersive, and relaxing way.

The Ritz-Carlton Brings Its Legendary Service to the Heart of Kenya’s Masai Mara

The Ritz-Carlton Brings Its Legendary Service to the Heart of Kenya’s Masai Mara

In the heart of Kenya’s Masai Mara National Reserve, where golden savannah stretches to the horizon and the Sand River winds through acacia trees, The Ritz-Carlton’s intimate treetop retreat offers a rare invitation to connect deeply with nature and culture. From the moment guests arrive, traditional Maasai rituals greet them, including a symbolic blessing and fresh scent of leleshwa leaves. Days unfold with private guided safaris in open-air luxury Land Cruisers, revealing the drama of wildebeest river crossings and opportunities for observing lions, leopards, buffalo, rhinoceros, elephants, and more than 500 bird species in their natural habitat. Guests may explore the Kenya-Tanzania Border Stone or rise with the sun for hot air balloon flights over the plains, culminating in champagne breakfasts beneath the vast African sky. As dusk falls, the call of a Maasai warrior’s ceremonial horn signals the transition to night, welcoming an evening filled with rich stories and serene moments under a canopy of stars.

W Sydney Goes The Extra Mile As The Official Hotel Partner Of The 2025 TCS Sydney Marathon

W Sydney Goes The Extra Mile As The Official Hotel Partner Of The 2025 TCS Sydney Marathon

W Sydney is proud to announce its partnership with the 2025 TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS, taking place on Sunday, 31st of August. As the event's official hotel partner, W Sydney is bringing its signature energy and style to support both runners and spectators during the inaugural marathon weekend, which marks Sydney's debut as the newest member of the Abbott World Marathon Majors

Eight Irresistible Reasons to Trade Winter for the Maldives

Eight Irresistible Reasons to Trade Winter for the Maldives

The Maldives, with its powder-soft sands and shimmering turquoise waters, becomes even more alluring during the festive season. Bathed in golden light, the islands feel like an endless summer's day, where time moves at the unhurried pace of the tides. It is a moment made for resetting and recharging, for treasuring personal connections in a setting far removed from the everyday. Whether toasting to the New Year beneath a canopy of stars, indulging in oceanfront luxury, or surrendering to the serenity of island life, Marriott Bonvoy portfolio of private island resorts presents a meaningful gift for those who plan ahead.

Two Good to be True: Finnair launches Double Avios and Tier Points

Two Good to be True: Finnair launches Double Avios and Tier Points

Finnair has just announced a new offer, rewarding its loyal Finnair Plus members with the opportunity to collect double Avios and tier points on all new Finnair flight bookings, over the next 10 days. Customers booking between 19 August to 28 August 2025 will receive double Avios and tier points, on all flights through until 23 August 2026, providing ample opportunity to earn points and fast track your tier status.

American Airlines and Stand Up To Cancer “go further together” with annual fundraising campaign

American Airlines and Stand Up To Cancer “go further together” with annual fundraising campaign

American Airlines is proud to support Stand Up To Cancer® (SU2C) for the ninth consecutive year with its 2025 fundraising campaign aimed at advancing innovative cancer research. This year’s effort reflects a shared vision for a future without cancer, with a focus on early cancer detection, understanding your family history and personalized therapies. When it comes to fighting cancer, “Let’s go further, together.” This powerful message is more than just a phrase — it’s a call to action. It underscores the belief that by standing together, we can advance faster toward effective treatments and cures.

K1 Speed Las Vegas Announces Opening of Second Track

K1 Speed Las Vegas Announces Opening of Second Track

K1 Speed, the world's largest indoor go-kart racing operator, is pleased to announce the opening of its second track at K1 Speed Las Vegas. Located in the heart of Las Vegas, the expanded K1 Speed facility promises adrenaline-pumping excitement for racing enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels. With the second track, guests can look forward to more variety and overtaking opportunities in a state-of-the-art, indoor setting.

Embrace Unparalleled Exclusivity This New Year’s Eve at Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat

Embrace Unparalleled Exclusivity This New Year’s Eve at Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat

Curate the perfect end-of-year event for your inner circle with an ultra-luxurious takeover at Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat. Unwind with family and friends at a private 22-room sanctuary inspired by the shoreline resorts of Greece. Relish complete relaxation and personalised festivities in timeless Mediterranean elegance at the water’s edge of Ghantoot, halfway between Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Make the biggest celebration of the year unmistakably, exclusively yours.

Banyan Group Expands East China Portfolio With Opening of Angsana Zhoushan and Homm Wenzhou Nanxijia

Banyan Group Expands East China Portfolio With Opening of Angsana Zhoushan and Homm Wenzhou Nanxijia

Celebrating its 20th year in China, Banyan Group (“Banyan Tree Holdings Limited” or the “Group” – SGX: B58), an independent global hospitality company, has expanded its largest market to 36 operating hotels with the opening of Angsana Zhoushan and Homm Wenzhou Nanxijiang in Zhejiang Province in Eastern China. Two more hotels - Banyan Tree Zhuhai Phoenix Bay and Dhawa Beihai Weizhou Island - are set to open later this year. The Group is on track to celebrate a global milestone in November with the grand opening of Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree in Singapore, its 100th hotel.