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Domes Resorts to open Domes Noruz Kassandra in Halkidiki
Domes Resorts has announced its newest opening, Domes Noruz Kassandra, representing the brand's first outpost in Halkidiki in northern Greece, a region known for its peninsulas and sheltered bays.
Miral Destinations presents key developments for award-winning destinations
Miral Destinations, the trusted one-stop trade and promotional partner for Saadiyat Island and Yas Island Abu Dhabi, is highlighting key developments presented by both award-winning destinations at ITB Berlin, taking place from March 7 - 9. The company presented key trade initiatives for 2023 at the exhibition, along with recent updates on Yas SeaWorld ® Research & Rescue, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi , which has recently opened its doors earlier in February this year.
Flight cancellations and schedule changes occurred with much shorter notice in 2022 than in 2019
Digitrips has revealed flight cancellations and schedule changes occurred much closer to departure in 2022 than in previous years, highlighting the severe impact of staff shortages and strikes on airlines and airports worldwide.
ACTIVELY SHAPING CHANGE IN TOURISM
The tourism industry is back and on course worldwide to reach pre-pandemic levels. On Tuesday at the ITB Berlin Convention, Harald Pechlaner, university professor of Tourism from Eichstätt, discussed the challenges currently facing the industry and how to deal with digitalisation, the skills shortage and a much talked-about trend, sustainability.
CTO reports promising outlook for the region in 2023
Despite global pressures such as high inflation, the war in Ukraine, the ensuing energy crisis, and an impending economic recession, the outlook for Caribbean travel and tourism is favorable, according to the Barbados-based Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO)
Hyatt Hotels Corporation Sees Continued Growth in EAME Markets
Hyatt Hotels Corporation shared that 45 percent of the properties that joined Hyatt’s system in 2022 were based in EAME markets and the region’s contribution to the Hyatt growth journey continues into 2023 through a strong pipeline with ten percent of Hyatt’s 117,000 rooms record pipeline, as of fourth quarter earnings, expected to join the portfolio in EAME markets.
The Nautilus Celebrates World Sleep Day with Introduction of Slumber Ritual for Guests
On 17th March 2023, the world celebrates World Sleep Day with a global call to action to organize sleep health awareness activities. This year’s theme, “Sleep is Essential for Health”, aims to promote the global message of how vital sleep is to overall health. Without good sleep, one’s mental and physical health, as well as social well-being affects daily tasks.
Iberia’s revamped Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Plan focuses on promoting diverse talent
Between 2018 and 2022, the airline has increased its percentage of women in senior positions from 18 to 34%
ROCCO FORTE HOTELS INTRODUCES REWARD EXPERIENCES
Rocco Forte Hotels has launched Reward Experiences, a new programme designed to help clients reward top performers with individual luxury travel experiences.
easyJet customers raise over £300,000 to support UNICEF’s Türkiye and Syria earthquake appeal
easyJet customers have raised over £300,000 in three weeks to support UNICEF’s emergency appeal. Their donations have helped raise vital funds for the children and their families affected by the earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria.
Manchester City players and Etihad Airways make dreams come true for young female players
Ahead of International Women’s Day, Etihad uses the strength of its partnership with MCFC to champion inclusivity
SAUDI ARABIA – A LUXURY DESTINATION
The Gulf state is exhibiting at ITB Berlin for the first time. Saudi Arabia wants to lure more tourists to the country with new hotels, restaurants and attractions at historical sites such as Diriyah and Alula.