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Ethiopian Airlines Wins Prestigious Titles at Two Award Events in Hamburg, Germany

Ethiopian Airlines Wins Prestigious Titles at Two Award Events in Hamburg, Germany

Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest and most award-winning airline, is proud to announce that it has won the ‘Outstanding Food Service by a Carrier – Africa’ award at the 2025 PAX Readership Awards and the ‘Cabin Concept of the Year 2025’ award at the Onboard Hospitality Awards, with both events taking place in Hamburg, Germany.

Announcing the JLPGA Tour "Shiseido JAL Ladies Open"

Announcing the JLPGA Tour "Shiseido JAL Ladies Open"

Japan Airlines (JAL) is pleased to announce its special sponsorship of the “Shiseido JAL Ladies Open,” set to take place at the Totsuka Country Club West Course in Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture, from Thursday, July 3 to Sunday, July 6, 2025. This tournament marks the 17th event of the JLPGA Tour 2025 season, officially recognized by the Japan Ladies Professional Golf Association (JLPGA), headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo, chaired by Hiromi Kobayashi.

AQUAZZURA UNVEILS ITS FIRST BAR AT HOTEL DE RUSSIE IN ROME

AQUAZZURA UNVEILS ITS FIRST BAR AT HOTEL DE RUSSIE IN ROME

Italian luxury fashion brand Aquazzura and the iconic Hotel de Russie, a Rocco Forte Hotel, have partnered to create the first-ever Aquazzura Bar, marking the brand's debut in the hospitality sector. This exclusive collaboration brings together Aquazzura's distinctive aesthetics and the timeless elegance of the hotel that this year celebrates its 25th anniversary.

MGallery Hotel Collection, Maison Sarah Lavoine and Citadelle Gin redefine the cocktail experience

MGallery Hotel Collection, Maison Sarah Lavoine and Citadelle Gin redefine the cocktail experience

From the sandy beaches of Thailand to the twinkling city streets of Paris, cocktail enthusiasts can enjoy a touch of modern art this World Cocktail Months. From 13 May, boutique hotel collection MGallery is teaming up with French lifestyle brand, Maison Sarah Lavoine, to launch a set of exclusive glassware. A partnership born out of a collective ethos dedicated to character, curiosity and creativity, MGallery and Maison Sarah Lavoine have come together to expertly infuse emotion and memories into their designs. The three stunning cocktail glasses have been paired with a trio of limited-edition cocktail creations from the world’s first craft gin, Citadelle Gin, that guests can sip and savour in MGallery bars across the world or re-create at home, turning every sip into a work of art.

Three Chefs, Three Feasts by The Peninsula

Three Chefs, Three Feasts by The Peninsula

Culinary adventurers are invited to embark on a sensational new journey: Three Chefs, Three Feasts by The Peninsula, is an original dining series uniting Michelin-starred chefs from its European hotels in Paris, London, and Istanbul. Together these celebrated chefs will join forces to offer an immersive dining experience spotlighting the flavours and heritage of their home destinations.

Turkey's Antalya airport completes expansion

Turkey's Antalya airport completes expansion

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan inaugurated the newly expanded Antalya airport on Saturday, announcing it can accommodate up to 82 million passengers annually. The expansion project, completed through a 927 million euro (1.05 billion U.S. dollars) public-private partnership, was carried out without any cost to the state budget, Erdogan said.

Maha Songkran World Water Festival 2025 Ignites with Grand Parade in Bangkok

Maha Songkran World Water Festival 2025 Ignites with Grand Parade in Bangkok

Thailand officially opened the Maha Songkran World Water Festival 2025 last night with a spectacular celebration in the heart of Bangkok. Hosted at Sanam Luang from 11–15 April, the festival is the centrepiece of the Amazing Thailand Grand Tourism & Sports Year 2025, with the Thailand Summer Festival campaign spotlighting Thai heritage, creativity, and cultural unity.

dnata brings global cargo investments and future-focused infrastructure to the spotlight

dnata brings global cargo investments and future-focused infrastructure to the spotlight

As the air cargo industry gathers in Dubai for the World Cargo Symposium, dnata is spotlighting three major facility launches as part of global infrastructure investments exceeding US$ 110 million. New developments in The Netherlands, UAE and Iraq are set to go live in 2025, strengthening dnata’s cargo and logistics capabilities across its global operations. “As supply chains evolve and customer expectations shift, we’re focused on investing in infrastructure that’s fit for purpose today and adaptable for tomorrow”, said Clive Sauvé-Hopkins, dnata’s CEO – Airport Operations. “Our latest investments prioritise automation, scalability and energy efficiency, enabling us to support our customers more effectively in a fast-changing logistics environment.”

Alma Frequency Scales New Heights at Six Senses Crans-Montana in the Swiss Alps

Alma Frequency Scales New Heights at Six Senses Crans-Montana in the Swiss Alps

Six Senses is broadening the horizons of Alma Frequency powered by Aníma to Six Senses Crans-Montana from June 5 to 8, bringing together a handpicked tribe of visionaries and pioneers in health and well-being. True to its original ethos of community, connection, and celebration, this four-day mountain edition will feature a curated program of progressive wellness, longevity science, holistic healing, and immersive practices in an extraordinary environment. Crans-Montana’s natural charms include 300 days of sunshine a year and exceptional air quality to reinvigorate the spirit and awaken all the senses.

IHG’s community partnerships in 2024

IHG’s community partnerships in 2024

IHG Hotels & Resorts has published a new report to showcase the impact of the community partnerships it has forged in East Asia & Pacific. With 334,000 lives improved in 2024, the report shines a light on the inspirational partnerships established by IHG teams across this geographically diverse area.

The UK's National Forest Marks 30 Years of Transformation

The UK's National Forest Marks 30 Years of Transformation

As the National Forest marks 30 years of bold vision and vibrant growth, the 2025 National Forest Walking Festival is inviting walkers to step into the story—one footpath at a time. Running from 16 to 26 May, the festival is now in its 16th year, offering more than 80 walks across Leicestershire, Derbyshire, and Staffordshire. Whether you're looking for a gentle meander or a challenging trek, every walk offers a chance to explore this incredible landscape that has been reimagined and regenerated over the past three decades.

Tourism Fiji Launches Loloma Hour - a Happy Hour for the Environment

Tourism Fiji Launches Loloma Hour - a Happy Hour for the Environment

A New Approach to Sustainable Travel Tourism Fiji created the 'Loloma Hour' initiative as part of the country's overarching sustainability goals that aim to preserve its natural beauty and cultural heritage by unifying and amplifying sustainability efforts across Fiji's vital tourism industry. The goal in the first year is for Loloma hour to contribute at least 5,000 hours towards sustainability efforts across Fiji, ensuring meaningful impact for the ecosystems, coastlines and deeper engagement with local communities.