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SWISS to resume passenger services to Shanghai
In view of the now-eased entry provisions for Mainland China, SWISS is to resume its passenger services between Zurich and Shanghai from 3 March. One weekly flight is currently planned on the route for the month of March, which will then be expanded to three weekly frequencies from April onwards.
Vietnam Airlines And Singapore Airlines To Strengthen Commercial Cooperation
Vietnam Airlines and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen the commercial collaboration between the two airlines.
BRITISH AIRWAYS BRINGS ROMANCE TO THE SKIES FOR VALENTINE’S DAY
British Airways is sharing the love with its customers this Valentine’s Day with a range of special touches including seasonal desserts, a dedicated ‘Love is in the air’ in-flight entertainment channel and sweet treats in its lounges.
Minor Hotels Announces Anantara Grand Hotel Convento Di Amalfi on Amalfi Coast
Continuing Minor Hotels’ European expansion, Anantara Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi will open in Spring 2023 following extensive restoration and renovation works. The heritage hotel, occupying a 13th-century monastery and former Cappuccini Friars Convent, will be lovingly restored to its original glory.
Marriott Signs Agreement to Debut the Ritz-Carlton and Marriott Executive Apartments in China
Marriott International, Inc., recently announced that it has signed an agreement with China Central Place, Suzhou to bring The Ritz-Carlton and Marriott Executive Apartments brands to Suzhou, a major city in Eastern China. The two complex properties plan to open at the end of 2024 and in the middle of 2025, respectively.
Orlando Crowned Largest Travel & Tourism City Destination in America for 2022
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed Orlando is predicted to be the largest U.S. Travel and Tourism city destination in 2022 with an economic contribution of over $31 billion, representing 20% of the city’s total GDP and recovering above 2019 levels by $2.7 billion.
Tourists Travelling Back to North Africa’s Biggest Cities Says WTTC
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has today revealed positive signs of recovery for the Travel & Tourism sector in key North African city destinations, providing a massive boost to economies across the region.
Hyatt announces the opening of NUMU Boutique Hotel in the colonial town of San Miguel de Allende, Me
Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Grupo Presidente have announced the opening of NUMU Boutique Hotel marking the first Hyatt-branded property in the city of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico and the latest addition to The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand.
9 reasons to visit Saadiyat Island this Valentine’s Day
If you are looking to treat your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day, look no further than Saadiyat Island. Abu Dhabi’s leading beach destination, Saadiyat Island offers natural surroundings, pristine white sandy beaches, luxurious resorts and a vibrant culture and entertainment scene. Saadiyat Island is the place to be this February.
flynas launches program to inspire content creators
Saudi air carrier flynas, the leading low-cost airline in the Middle East, announced the launch of the People’s Lens Program to inspire content creators interested in travel to go through unique experiences and share their works
Tourism to Russia Plummets to 4% of Pre-Pandemic Levels Amid Ukraine War
Foreign tourism to Russia fell below 4% of its pre-pandemic levels in 2022 as the country faced international condemnation over its invasion of Ukraine, the Association of Tour Operators of Russia (ATOR) has said.
SANDALS® RESORTS TAKES THE ROMANTIC PULSE OF AMERICA, COINS 2023 'THE YEAR OF WE'
Couples are optimistic about their relationships and intend to make more time for their partners in 2023 according to a recent survey by the Sandals Institute of Romance