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Three new destinations join flydubai’s network
flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has announced today the launch of three new destinations in Iran, growing its expanding network. This includes the start of flights to Bushehr and Tabriz from 13 March and Qeshm from 14 March.
Visit Wales Launch New Girl-Gang Breaks in Response to 38% Rise in Social Mentions
With 'girl gang' breaks on the rise, Visit Wales has launched four new female-focussed itineraries with a focus on wellbeing, adventure and meaningful multi-generational get-togethers. Female group travel has become a key travel trend for 2025. Visit Wales data shows the hashtag #GirlTrip has been viewed more than 7m times on TikTok in the last 120 days. On Pinterest, “Girls Trip” has seen a 20% year on year increase and 38% increase in mentions across social platforms - as well as spawning millions of the 'when the girls trip leaves the group chat' memes.
Croatia Voted Best Country to Visit in Europe 2025 by European Best Destinations
Croatia takes the crown as the Best Country to Visit in Europe in 2025 by the prestigious European Best Destinations at one of the world's largest annual travel trade shows, ITB Berlin. Croatia adds the premium award to a string of accolades so far, and reaffirms the top ranking with an impressive 118,261 votes, ahead of Spain, Austria, Italy and Greece. Over 1 million travellers from 139 countries voted and recognized Croatia as a tourism champion known for its pristine coastlines, UNESCO heritage sites, sustainable premium tourism, unmatched travel experiences and authenticity.
Millennium Hotels and Resorts Marks Three Decades in Hospitality
Millennium Hotels and Resorts (MHR), a global leader in hospitality with a legacy of award-winning excellence, enters its third decade of unparalleled service. To mark this milestone, MHR has launched The Millennium Way campaign to redefine guest experiences and inspire travels through its diverse offerings.
Emirates expands global network with the official introduction of three new destinations
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is set to further strengthen its presence across Asia with the launch of daily non-stop flights between Dubai and Shenzhen from 1 July 2025*. The airline will also introduce four weekly services to Da Nang on 2 June and three weekly flights to Siem Reap from 3 June with both cities connecting via Bangkok.
CITY CRUISES LAUNCHES LIVE EVENT SERIES
City Cruises, the leader in dining and sightseeing cruises worldwide, is proud to introduce "City Cruises Live," a brand new live entertainment series aboard its North American vessels. The first-of-its-kind series will bring notable musical artists, celebrity chefs, sports legends, and other celebrities and entertainers onboard, offering guests a personalized, one-of-a-kind experience all while enjoying the United States and Canada's most iconic city skylines aboard City Cruises' vessels. With the booming sports and music tourism industries expected to hit $1.5 trillion dollars by 2032, City Cruises is excited to launch this out-of-the-box communal experience for visitors of all ages, tapping into the trends of what today's traveler is seeking. City Cruises Live expects to host 100+ events in 2025.
Holland America Line Debuts New Global Brand Campaign
Holland America Line has revitalized its tagline and positioning with the rollout of a new global brand campaign that underscores the cruise line's differentiation in the market as well as its commitment to servicing guests. The introduction of "Savour the Journey: Experiences with us are too good to hurry through" reinforces the brand's dedication to the art of leisurely travel with exceptional voyages designed to connect travelers to the world and each other. The campaign honors Holland America Line's more than 150-year history while positioning the brand for future growth.
Cendyn goes bold with AI across hotel analytics platforms
Cendyn, a global integrated hotel technology company, has advanced its business intelligence solutions with AI-enabled analysis to deliver hotels smarter data with practical commercial insights. Reinforcing its commitment to empowering hotels globally to excel through world-class technology, Cendyn has integrated AI into its CRM and Knowland platform. Hotel sales and marketing teams now have quickly accessible actionable insights reducing manual management of spreadsheets and complex reports.
FHS Saudi Arabia launches NextGen Investment Forum
The Future Hospitality Summit Saudi Arabia, taking place in Riyadh, 11-13 May, will host the region’s first NextGen Investment Forum to address the challenges – and opportunities – surrounding education, training and talent retention in KSA’s growing hospitality sectors.
Wego and the Egyptian Tourism Authority Announce Strengthened Partnership
Wego and the Egyptian Tourism Authority are pleased to announce the continuation of their successful partnership, reaffirming their shared commitment to promoting Egypt as one of the world's most captivating travel destinations. Building on a history of collaboration, this renewed effort focuses on celebrating Egypt's unmatched heritage, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant culture while encouraging travelers to experience the country in fresh and exciting ways.
Britain’s Finest website launched! Upmarket hotel site’s relaunch brings travel inspiration
Britain’s Finest, the online booking site for the best in British hotels and accommodation, has relaunched its website. The new site features enhanced user experience for those seeking the finest handpicked places to stay and visit across the UK. The site aims to inspire and inform discerning travellers by featuring a fresh luxury lifestyle aesthetic, improved navigation and the introduction of ‘Travel Inspiration’ alongside detailed hotel reviews.
Tignes: The Perfect End to a Ski Season...
Everything has to come to an end – even the ski season. In the high-altitude resort of Tignes, it does so with an extraordinary bang. From 19 April, Tignes will combine its Spring Break festivities, with the first ever edition of the Tignes Unlimited Festival to see the season out in style before officially switching off the lifts on 4 May 2025.