Travel Industry News Page 649
X GAMES SET TO TAKE PLACE AT UTAH STATE FAIRPARK AND EVENT CENTER JUNE 27-29, 2025
X Games today in a press conference announced that they will be bringing the electrifying action sports festival to Salt Lake City this summer with three days of Moto X, BMX, and skateboarding competitions at the Utah State Fairpark and Event Center, June 27-29. The Utah State Fairpark and Event Center is partnering with Salt Lake County to host X Games Salt Lake City 2025 and all parties are committed to infusing the weekend with topnotch competition, entertainment, and excitement.
Tura Turizm Joins the World Travel & Tourism Council
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is delighted to welcome Tura Turizm Holding as its newest Regional Member, adding their expertise on the powerful Turkish market to the global organisation’s membership. Decades of experience with deep-rooted industry expertise make Tura Turizm a key player, both for Türkiye and the global Travel & Tourism sector. Established in 1966 and headquartered in Istanbul, Tura Turizm has evolved from its origins; from a specialist tour operator focusing on national travel, into a diversified travel enterprise offering leisure travel services worldwide.
Watch Elephants, Rhinos and Giraffe on a Luxury Safari Cruise
AmaWaterways' unique African adventures sail through the Chobe National Park, home to one of Africa's densest populations of wildlife. These trips which combine a safari river cruise with a choice of land extensions typically sell out months in advance, but thanks to additional capacity being added in February, October and November, it's not too late to book a trip departing in 2026. The intimate Zambezi Queen accommodates just 28 guests and has been specially designed to offer suites with floor to ceiling windows and private balconies, giving unobstructed views of the river and landscape
Travel Trends for 2025: Adventures in India and the Indian Subcontinent
Travel in 2025 will be centred around diving deeper into our holiday destinations - and the Indian Subcontinent is ready to offer experiences you won't forget. From celebrating epic festivals and learning from local communities to relaxing on dreamy islands and cooking up a storm with trendsetting chefs, there's something for everyone. Let's take a look at some of 2025's hottest travel trends across the Indian subcontinent!
The Pavilions Himalayas and NGO Right4Children reveal results of transformative community initiative
Dedicated to supporting sustainable development of the local community, Nepalese eco-luxury resort, The Pavilions Himalayas, alongside its NGO arm, Right4Children (R4C), has spent over a decade supporting and implementing charitable, community initiatives in the Pokhara region. The latest annual impact report* from R4C details the extent of their work over the course of the year and the significant positive impact this has yet again made to the lives of local people, including the completion of the five-year Child-Friendly School project, which reached over 14,000 pupils and a new anti-trafficking initiative that provided support to over 4,400 young women and girls.
aether Launches Engagement Ring Service to Celebrate Valentine's Day 2025
To celebrate Valentine's day 2025 and for all couples flying from aether, the private terminal at Manchester Airport, they now offer a discreet and thoughtfully designed solution for travellers planning a memorable surprise proposal abroad aether continues to elevate the passenger experience, creating a bespoke personal service for all couples. Contact the aether team via the form on the website or email [email protected] to get the secret code and plan your perfect proposal
New conferencing venue at Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort
Enveloped by the majestic, fjord-like coastal mountains of the Bay of Kotor - a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Montenegro since 1979 – Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort is redefining MICE travel with its new world-class meetings and events facilities, set within one of the world's most scenic locations. A grand NEW Ballroom and NEW Ballroom Rooftop have been unveiled, and join three purpose-built, mountain-themed venue spaces ORJEN, RUMIJA and LOVĆEN, and a plethora of additional sites within the expansive, waterfront grounds of Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort – to now make it the premium MICE destination in Montenegro.
Avelo Airlines Adds Montego Bay Route as Jamaica Boosts Airlift Support
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett remains upbeat that the current winter tourist season will be the best ever amid a continued boost in airlift support. He gave an optimistic outlook yesterday (February 12) in welcoming the inaugural flight of Avelo Airlines out of Raleigh, North Carolina, to Montego Bay. The twice weekly flight expands Avelo’s operation in Jamaica, complementing its other twice weekly flights out of Hartford, Connecticut since November 16, 2024.
ETIHAD REPORTS JANUARY 2025 TRAFFIC STATISTICS
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has released its traffic statistics for January 2025, starting the year with continued strong performance. The airline welcomed 1.7 million guests during the month, an 18 per cent rise on the same period last year, and a passenger load factor of 89 per cent compared to 86 per cent for January 2024.
Love is in the air this Valentine’s Day with Emirates
Love is taking off at Emirates this February 14, as customers are treated to Valentine-themed cakes and chocolates onboard, a range of decadent pink desserts in Emirates lounges, romantic rosé champagne, gift-giving inspiration on EmiratesRED, and an array of mood-setting movies and music.
Outdated airport payments jeopardise airline retailing ambitions, finds Outpayce
As airlines progress with plans to become modern retailers, the importance of a smooth payments experience grows in importance.
Princess Cruises Expands Alaska National Parks Cruisetours Adventures in 2025 and 2026
Exploring the pristine natural beauty of America's national parks remains a top travel trend, and as the leading cruise line in Alaska, Princess Cruises is expanding its renowned cruisetours catalog. The new itineraries give guests more opportunities to discover awe-inspiring national parks, including Glacier Bay, Denali, Wrangell St. Elias, Kenai Fjords, and Katmai.