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Expat Explore Shares its Top Summer Travel Trends as Interest in Personalized Group Tours Takes Off
As summer travel heats up, Expat Explore, one of the world's leading group tour operators, is noticing a distinct shift in traveler preferences. Personalization, immersive experiences, and lesser-known destinations are driving booking trends in 2025.
The Cocoon Collection Launches 'Cocoon Circle' Loyalty Program in the Maldives
The Cocoon Collection has launched the Cocoon Circle, an exclusive new loyalty program designed to reward returning guests with elevated privileges, personalised experiences, and unforgettable touches across its award-winning resorts in the Maldives.
Best Time to Travel to New Zealand: Seasonal Guide
Discover the best time to travel to New Zealand with our month-by-month guide, climate insights, and travel tips tailored to every season and travel style.
AlUla Strengthens Global Reach with Five New Destination Management Companies’ Partnerships
Strategic alliances with AlFares International DMC, Athaar Arabia, UTA, CTTC, and Talia Tourism set to unlock a world of curated travel packages and broaden service availability – benefitting not just UK but global visitors. The five new partners bring AlUla's total DMC network to 13, solidifying its position as a premier destination for authentic immersive experiences
MBC GROUP and Diriyah Company sign land transfer agreement to develop brand-new MBC HQ in Diriyah
MBC GROUP, a leading media and entertainment conglomerate in the Middle East and North Africa (“MENA”) region, announces the signing of a land transfer agreement with Diriyah Company to develop the Company’s brand-new headquarters in Diriyah, The City of Earth, and the birthplace of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Major progress at Dubai’s Al Maktoum International Airport
Dubai’s Al Maktoum International Airport is progressing well and has seen contracts awarded and tenders prepared for the major transport hub, according to a senior aviation official
Quito shows commitment to ecotourism
Ecuador's capital city has over 60,000 hectares of protected land dedicated to the conservation of the spectacled bear, the last of its lineage in South America, which plays a crucial role in the health of its forests
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Cool fares, hot deals - Finnair launches new UK sale
Finland’s flag carrier Finnair, has launched its latest summer sale, offering customers top-flight deals across its European and Asian network. The new sale, which includes 19 of the airline’s popular destinations for travel from the UK, is one of the airline’s biggest in recent years. From the airline’s extensive Nordic network to Finnair’s firm favourites in the Far East, customers can bag a break to remember during this limited-time campaign.
MyrtleBeach.com Launches "Sandy," a Groundbreaking AI-Powered Travel Assistant
MyrtleBeach.com, the leading online destination for planning vacations along South Carolina's Grand Strand, today announced the launch of Sandy, a new AI-powered travel assistant that is transforming how visitors discover and design their perfect Myrtle Beach getaway.
Frontier Airlines Launches Unlimited Companion Travel Benefit for Its Most Frequent Flyers
Your summer vacation deserves a plus one! Today, ultra-low fare carrier Frontier Airlines (Nasdaq: ULCC) launched its free*, unlimited companion travel benefit for FRONTIER MilesSM Elite Platinum and Diamond Status members. The airline is setting a new standard for companion travel with unparalleled flexibility, giving qualifying members the freedom to choose any friend or family member they wish to accompany them for free* on any Frontier flight.
Kerten Hospitality and Azure Announce The House Residence Azure Zanzibar
Kerten Hospitality, a global lifestyle hospitality operator, and Azure United Properties have unveiled their newest project: The House Residence Azure Zanzibar—a luxury, all-villa resort and residential community on the pristine Michamvi Peninsula. The announcement was made during Arabian Travel Market in Dubai in the presence of His Excellency Mr. Mudrick Ramadhan Soragha, Minister of Tourism of Zanzibar, underscoring the government’s support for high-impact, sustainable tourism and lifestyle developments. Nestled on the pristine bay of Zanzibar, The House Residence is a unique entry point into one of the world’s most culturally rich and ecologically vibrant destinations
Cirium Names World’s Most On-Time Airlines and Airports for April 2025
Cirium, the aviation analytics leader, today released its April 2025 On-Time Performance (OTP) report, spotlighting the global airlines and airports setting the gold standard in operational punctuality. With over 3 million flights analyzed monthly using rigorous data validation, Cirium’s OTP rankings remain the aviation industry’s most trusted benchmark for performance excellence.