Breaking Travel News

Travel Industry News Page 624

Emirates wishes customers 'Holi Hai'

Emirates wishes customers 'Holi Hai'

On 13 and 14 March, Emirates will be celebrating the most colourful festival in the world, wishing customers a happy Holi onboard select flights to India with refreshing Thandai drinks and sweet Holi treats. Emirates’ customers travelling to and from seven destinations in India – Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai, will enjoy the much-loved Indian sweet Kesar Gujiya, alongside their meal for breakfast, lunch or dinner. The deep-fried dumpling stuffed with solidified milk and dried fruits will be served in a specially designed box, reminiscent of the colourful festival of Holi. On the 14 March, First and Business Class customers will be warmly welcomed with cold Thandai – a festive drink made from milk and nuts, flavoured with fragrant saffron and rose petals.

ExpressVPN Joins Delta Business Traveler Platform for Secure, Seamless Travel

ExpressVPN Joins Delta Business Traveler Platform for Secure, Seamless Travel

Members of Delta Air Lines’ Business Traveler program can get first class digital privacy protection with a special offer from ExpressVPN. Delta Business Travelers will be given 4 months extra free when they sign up for a 12-month ExpressVPN subscription via the Delta Business Traveler platform. Members will also have access to ExpressVPN’s longest free trial available of 30 days. The partnership demonstrates both companies’ commitment to protecting the digital privacy and security of business travelers on the move

Turkish Airlines Open Returns to Türkiye After Six Years

Turkish Airlines Open Returns to Türkiye After Six Years

Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other, has renewed its title sponsorship of the Turkish Airlines Open through a partnership with the Turkish Golf Federation. After a six-year hiatus, the tournament will once again be part of the DP World Tour’s Race to Dubai. The tournament will be held at Regnum Carya Golf & Spa Resort in Antalya from 8 - 11 May 2025. The sponsorship signature ceremony was held at the Turkish Airlines Headquarters, with the participation of Turkish Airlines CEO Bilal Ekşi, Turkish Golf Federation Deputy Chairman of the Board of Directors Nihat Özdemir, and DP World Tour Tournament Partnerships Director Mark Casey along with other senior executives.

Gloria Guevara’s Candidacy for UN Tourism Secretary-General Gains Further Widespread Support

Gloria Guevara’s Candidacy for UN Tourism Secretary-General Gains Further Widespread Support

Gloria Guevara’s campaign for Secretary General of the UN Tourism Council has gained significant recognition following a series of high-level meetings at ITB Berlin with tourism ministers, industry leaders, and key stakeholders from across the globe. Throughout the event, Guevara engaged in discussions with over 15 tourism ministers and representatives from a broad spectrum of member states, reinforcing her commitment to driving a more sustainable, resilient, and inclusive future for global tourism. With the backing of over 200 tourism leaders, including ministers and business executives, her vision for the industry continues to attract widespread support.

Beaches® Resorts Announces Nearly US $1B in Expansion Plans for its Premier Family Travel Brand

Beaches® Resorts Announces Nearly US $1B in Expansion Plans for its Premier Family Travel Brand

Beaches Resorts announced plans to invest nearly US $1 billion in the expansion of its leading family all-inclusive vacation brand, doubling its footprint within the next five years. Adam Stewart, Executive Chairman of Beaches Resorts, unveiled the groundbreaking announcement and ambitious expansion plans at the company's Made of Caribbean global launch event held in New York City. Stewart shared the announcement of new destinations for the Beaches brand including: a new Beaches in Barbados, plans for a Beaches in Exuma, The Bahamas, and Beaches Runaway Bay in Jamaica – along with a sneak peek of the new Treasure Beach Village coming to Beaches Turks and Caicos.

WTTC Announces Vice Chair & Founding Partners for "Together in Travel" Initiative

WTTC Announces Vice Chair & Founding Partners for "Together in Travel" Initiative

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today announced Andrea Grisdale, Founder and CEO of IC Bellagio as Vice Chair of its new initiative, Together in Travel, alongside thirteen founding partners. This groundbreaking program aims to transform how small to medium enterprises (SMEs) operate and succeed within the global travel industry. Andrea Grisdale, with over 25 years of experience in crafting bespoke travel experiences, will lead the initiative's mission to foster inclusivity, resilience, and sustainability across the sector.

Northern Pakistan Listed as Top Travel Destination, as It Faces Sustainability Challenges

Northern Pakistan Listed as Top Travel Destination, as It Faces Sustainability Challenges

Interest in Northern Pakistan is soaring, with the BBC, CNN and Financial Times all recently naming the region as one of the must visit destinations for 2025. In 2024 the Giglit-Baltistan region saw a 121% increase in international visitors compared to 2023, who were drawn to the area's stunning mountains, lakes, wildlife, excellent trekking, climbing and unique culture. This trend is expected to continue into 2025, with domestic tourism also sharply on the rise, but this presents ecological challenges in a fragile mountainous environment.

Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority Launches 'Not a Vacation…Our Vacation'

Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority Launches 'Not a Vacation…Our Vacation'

Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) has unveiled its latest destination marketing film, 'Not a Vacation…Our Vacation' – a bold and witty take on what makes the emirate a holiday destination unlike any other. Produced by Goldmine, directed by renowned filmmaker Mark Middlewick and brought to life with creative direction from Impact BBDO, the film offers a fresh perspective on the UAE's northernmost emirate. Breaking away from conventional travel narratives, it redefines Ras Al Khaimah as a place where curiosity sparks unexpected discoveries, and every experience feels refreshingly different.