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Royal Caribbean launches 2024-2025 year-long and summer Caribbean cruises
On the heels of winning “Best Cruise Line in the Caribbean” for the 20th year in a row*, Royal Caribbean International has introduced its 2024-2025 year-long and summer Caribbean cruises that will set the stage for the best family vacations with more adventure of all kinds – and less compromise – for every type of adventurer and all ages
SAS announces two new routes from Aalborg and Gothenburg to New York from April 2023
SAS announces two new routes from Aalborg and Gothenburg to New York from April 2023 — Following this route expansion, residents in Aalborg and Gothenburg will be able to fly directly to New York three times weekly with SAS’ latest addition to their fleet – the Airbus A321 Long Range.
UNWTO unveils ‘Best Tourism Villages 2022’
From Austria to Vietnam, 32 destinations from all around the world have been named as ‘Best Tourism Villages 2022’ by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).
"Guatemala. Amazing and unstoppable", will be the Partner Country FITUR 2023
Under the new brand "Guatemala. Amazing and unstoppable" the Central American country will be a FITUR 23 Partner at one of the most important editions of the International Tourism Fair, which, organised by IFEMA MADRID, will be held from 18 to 22 January 2023 at the Spanish capital's Trade Fair Centre, and in a context marked by the acceleration of world tourism activity.
Virgin Atlantic launches winter sale
VIRGIN ATLANTIC LAUNCHES WINTER SALE: OVER £50 OFF SELECTED ECONOMY AND PREMIUM FARES, £200 OFF UPPER CLASS FARES AND VIRGIN ATLANTIC HOLIDAYS FROM £569 PER PERSON
Abu Dhabi’s Al Maya Island & Resort reopens private villas
Abu Dhabi’s Al Maya Island & Resort has reopened its villas to guests for overnight stays. It can be reached in 10 minutes by boat from the coast of Abu Dhabi.
Anjeanette Manuel promoted by Rixos to country public relations manager
Rixos Hotels Gulf has promoted Anjeanette Manuel to country public relations manager for all Rixos properties in the GCC. She will now oversee Rixos Hotels’ PR & Communications Strategy, initiate regional and wider activations and campaigns, organise international press visits and source media opportunities for the properties.
Southwest Airlines Monitors Winter Storm Elliott
As Winter Storm Elliott marches eastward, Southwest has implemented operational adjustments to its schedule through Dec. 23.
Royal Caribbean Group Forms a Strategic Partnership with iCON Infrastructure
Royal Caribbean Group announced this week that it has entered into a new partnership with iCON Infrastructure Partners VI, a fund advised by iCON Infrastructure LLP ("iCON Infrastructure" or "iCON") to develop strategic cruise port infrastructure in support of Royal Caribbean Group's robust growth plans.
Heli Purchases Great Canadian Heli-Skiing and Heather Mountain Lodge
Heli announced this week that it has closed on the purchase of Great Canadian Heli-Skiing and Heather Mountain Lodge located half-way between Golden and Revelstoke, BC at the East gate of Glacier National Park.
Swiss chocolate maker Sprüngli selects Vienna Airport as its first Austrian store location
Vienna Airport is the first Austrian location with a Sprüngli store: the most well-known Swiss maker of chocolate delicacies is now offering its popular product line of the finest confectionery in Terminal 3 near the G gates.
Ford International Airport welcomes American Airlines service to New York’s LaGuardia Airport
Starting May 5, 2023, Gerald R. Ford International Airport will increase its connectivity to the Northeast with additional service to New York’s LaGuardia Airport (LGA) on American Airlines.