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Emirates focuses on 2023 theme of embracing equity this International Women’s Day
With a clear mission to forge inclusive work cultures where women's careers thrive and their achievements are celebrated, the Emirates Group is focusing on the 2023 International Women’s Day theme of #EmbraceEquity through discussions on gender equity, record levels of female promotions and providing company-wide access to ‘Unconscious Bias’ training.
Ao Dai Festival 2023 – vibrant Ho Chi Minh City welcomes international tourists
From March 3 to March 31, Ho Chi Minh City welcomes visitors worldwide to experience unique splendors of the 9th Ao Dai Festival with a chain of feisty activities at various destinations throughout the city
ITB Berlin - International travel industry focuses on strong participation and personal dialogue
First event for B2B visitors only – Around 5,500 exhibitors from 161 countries – High demand from Middle Eastern exhibitors, the cruise industry and travel technology sector – Georgia, the official host country, presents a wide-ranging programme – Four stages, 400 leading speakers and 200 panels at the ITB Berlin Convention
EUROPEAN LONG-HAUL TOURISM IS RECOVERING
How can Europe become attractive again for overseas visitors? Speaking at a press conference at ITB Berlin, the president of the European Travel Commission (ETC) explained how, under the label of Visit Europe, the EU is marketing itself to visitors from the USA, Asia and South America as a safe destination that has much to offer.
EVERY HOTEL OWNER CAN TAKE PART
Together, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Sustainable Hospitality Alliance unveiled their joint Hotel Sustainability Basics label at ITB Berlin 2023. The aim is that by fulfilling 12 criteria in three categories, every hotel owner can actively set course for a sustainable future, regardless of size, location or corporate structure.
Amadeus partners with Microsoft to explore the future of travel
Amadeus and Microsoft have joined forces to co-author a new report exploring how new technologies will make the experience of travel better.
Paris’s Notre Dame cathedral to reopen to the public after devastating fire
France’s Notre Dame Cathedral is expected to reopen for visitors and Catholic masses at the end of 2024. It will be less than six years after a shocking fire tore through the roof of the building.
Portugal's government fires CEO of state-owned airline TAP
Portugal's government has sacked the chief executive of the state-owned airline TAP in the wake of a scandal involving an irregular severance payment of 500,000 euros to a former executive board member, Finance Minister Fernando Medina said on Monday
Dubai Metro Music Festival kicks off
Dubai Metro Music Festival, a celebration of global music organised by Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office, in partnership with the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), got off to a rousing start today with enchanting musical performances. During the week-long Festival, held from 16-22 March, Dubai Metro stations will serve as stages for unique musical performances by 20 artists representing a range of musical genres.
“Travel is the industry to work in” says new careers video from ABTA
ABTA – The Travel Association has launched a new video campaign which highlights travel as a great industry to work in. The two-minute video is the latest phase of ABTA’s ‘#BePartofTravel campaign’, which aims to support members to attract and retain talent in the industry. It has been launched to coincide with National Careers Week which runs 6 – 11 March.
JetBlue Card Portfolio Gets a New Look and Even Better Benefits
Last week, JetBlue introduced newly designed cards and great new benefits for Cardmembers, including: JetBlue Plus Card Holders Get Points Payback Points Payback allows cardholders to redeem points for a statement credit and pay yourself back for purchases of $25 or more when made with the JetBlue Plus Card (maximum $1,000 per year).
Sustainability and net zero pathways top the agenda at 10th Arab Aviation Summit in RAK
Regional and global aviation industry leaders to discuss challenges, opportunities, best practices and sustainable business models from March 14 – 16 First Lieutenant Pilot H.H. Sheikha Mozah bint Marwan Al Maktoum to deliver inspiring keynote address