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Don't Get Hacked on Holiday! Airport Parking and Hotels (APH.com) Reveals 10 Cybersecurity Tips for

Don't Get Hacked on Holiday! Airport Parking and Hotels (APH.com) Reveals 10 Cybersecurity Tips for

To help savvy holiday-goers navigate the murky water of cybersecurity when abroad, award-winning airport parking operator Airport Parking and Hotels (APH.com) has revealed its 10 top tips for ensuring cyber safety when travelling. The tips are available in the Travel Know How Section of the APH website at www.aph.com/cybersecurity and highlight the most useful tricks for ensuring computers, phones and other devices are protected against cyber threats when away from home.

AFRICAN HOTEL DEVELOPMENT GROUP AND ALEPH HOSPITALITY IN LARGEST HOTEL MANAGEMENT PORTFOLIO DEAL

AFRICAN HOTEL DEVELOPMENT GROUP AND ALEPH HOSPITALITY IN LARGEST HOTEL MANAGEMENT PORTFOLIO DEAL

African Hotel Development, the leading African lifestyle hotel group, real estate developer, and owner of the ONOMO brand, has entrusted Aleph Hospitality with the management of 26 ONOMO-branded hotels across 14 African countries. This strategic move is fully in line with African Hotel Development’s business realignment strategy. By appointing Dubai-based Aleph Hospitality as manager of its hotel portfolio, African Hotel Development reaffirms its ambition to sharpen its focus on brand development and asset management, while accelerating the expansion of ONOMO’s footprint, with the objective of doubling the brand’s scale within five years.

Marriott International Signs Landmark Seven-Hotel Deal with Ventive Hospitality

Marriott International Signs Landmark Seven-Hotel Deal with Ventive Hospitality

Marriott International, Inc. announced it has signed an agreement with Ventive Hospitality to open seven hotels, as part of a portfolio deal comprising 1,548-keys across five brands. This includes multiple brand debuts with a Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Sri Lanka, Marriott Hotels & Resorts in Varanasi, Courtyard by Marriott in Mundra (Gujarat) and Moxy in Pune. Additionally, it will mark the third JW Marriott and second Moxy to open as part of a dual-branded property in Mumbai.

EDITION and El Silencio Present the Summer EDITION, an Exclusive Poolside Pop-Up this August

EDITION and El Silencio Present the Summer EDITION, an Exclusive Poolside Pop-Up this August

This August 15 to 31, luxury lifestyle hotel brand EDITION will host an exclusive pop-up at El Silencio, the relaxed yet sophisticated beachside outpost from iconic Parisian brand Silencio, nestled within a secluded cove on Ibiza’s western coast. From August 15 - August 31, The Summer EDITION, a two-week residency at El Silencio’s pool deck will showcase the unique synergy between EDITION's global luxury hospitality expertise and Silencio’s cultural programming. Guests and locals alike are invited to experience a curated taste of EDITION’s expansive portfolio through its signature blend of design, globally inspired food & beverage menu, specially selected music fusing EDITION & El Silencio sound, and cultural programming inspired by EDITION hotels worldwide, combining Ibiza’s creative spirit with EDITION’s network of tastemakers.

MANDARIN ORIENTAL HYDE PARK, LONDON NAMED ‘SUSTAINABLE HOTEL OF THE YEAR’

MANDARIN ORIENTAL HYDE PARK, LONDON NAMED ‘SUSTAINABLE HOTEL OF THE YEAR’

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London is delighted to announce that they have been awarded the prestigious ‘Sustainable Hotel of the Year’ by Country and Town House, in partnership with Polestar. This accolade recognises the hotel’s bold leadership, innovative sustainability initiatives, and unwavering commitment to integrating environmental responsibility into every facet of its operations.

Wonderful Indonesia Unveils the Beauty of Its Top Destinations Across Rome

Wonderful Indonesia Unveils the Beauty of Its Top Destinations Across Rome

Wonderful Indonesia, the official tourism campaign of the Ministry of Tourism of the Republic of Indonesia, is bringing the country's rich culture, nature, and hospitality to the heart of Rome this July. From July 1 to 31, 2025, Indonesian tourism takes center stage in the Italian capital through a vibrant Open Bus Tour and Out-of-Home (OOH) campaign that highlights Indonesia's most iconic and emerging destinations.

Oceania Cruises® Takes Delivery of Eighth Luxury Ship, Oceania Allura™

Oceania Cruises® Takes Delivery of Eighth Luxury Ship, Oceania Allura™

Oceania Cruises®, the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused luxury cruise line, has taken delivery of Oceania Allura™, its eighth elegant boutique ship. The 1,200-guest Oceania Allura, built at the world-renowned Fincantieri Shipyard in Genoa, is the second ship in Oceania Cruises' Allura Class and heralds the evolution of Oceania Cruises' legacy of offering culinary- and destination-immersive travel experiences. Oceania Allura follows her sister ship, Oceania Vista®, which was launched to global acclaim in May 2023.

Walt Disney World Announces Holiday Event Dates

Walt Disney World Announces Holiday Event Dates

From November 7 to December 21, Walt Disney World Resort will transform into a winter wonderland as festive separately ticketed holiday celebrations return to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Magic Kingdom Park. Guests can look forward to the return of the chic Disney Jollywood Nights and the beloved Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, with tickets for both holiday events going on sale this month. With new offerings, themed décor, special entertainment and exclusive party merchandise, there is something for the whole family to enjoy, no matter what festive event they attend!

Air Canada Further Expands its Latin America Network

Air Canada Further Expands its Latin America Network

Air Canada has announced it is further expanding its winter 2025-26 network by resuming non-stop service to Lima, Peru with twice weekly flights from both Montreal and Toronto. The airline is also adding three new routes to Central America and Mexico including, Montreal-Belize, Toronto-Puerto Escondido*, and Vancouver-Tepic, Riviera Nayarit*, building on its recent Latin America expansion announcement. Flights are now available for sale at aircanada.com, through Air Canada Contact Centres, and via travel agents.

dnata wins Asiana Airlines catering contract in Prague

dnata wins Asiana Airlines catering contract in Prague

dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, has secured a multi-year contract to provide its quality inflight catering services to Asiana Airlines at Václav Havel Airport (PRG) in Prague, Czech Republic. dnata’s specialist teams will uplift around 37,000 meals annually, contributing to a quality onboard experience for Asiana Airlines’ passengers on its three-weekly service to Incheon International Airport (INC) in South Korea.

New AAdvantage Business Select tier unlocks more value for small and midsized businesses

New AAdvantage Business Select tier unlocks more value for small and midsized businesses

The AAdvantage Business™ program rewards both eligible companies and their travelers with AAdvantage® miles and additional Loyalty Points for booking business travel on aa.com, through American’s mobile app or with any agency, offering a faster pathway to a more rewarding experience for companies and travelers alike. Plus, the program gives companies access to a convenient suite of tools to handle reporting, traveler management duty of care and more.