Travel Industry Events News Page 37
Radisson Hotel Group welcomes guests during COP28 with Net Zero Nights
During the COP28 climate conference, Radisson Hotel Group ensures that every guest night between 30 November and 12 December 2023, in its entire UAE portfolio of 16 hotels, becomes Net Zero. This remarkable achievement is made possible through a two-fold approach: Renewable Energy certificates and Certified Carbon Credits.
The first CARICOM summit kicks off in Riyadh
The first CARICOM summit in Riyadh included 14 heads of government from the Caribbean, who met with the Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister HRH Mohammed Bin Salman Al Saud and his cabinet ministers as well as leading private sector leaders. Caribbean & Saudi Arabia made history at the first CARICOM meeting in the Kingdom. Caribbean nations’ main export is tourism, and Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 is to transform the Kingdom from oil dependency. Tourism plays a major role, and hosting World EXPO 2030 in Riyadh is high on the wish list, and the support by Caribbean nations were welcomed in support of Riyadh as a venue.
Be at the heart of the action at Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi’s Fanzone
Featuring live broadcasting of the Formula One race weekend and exclusive meet and greets with Scuderia Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz and more!
Phocuswright 2023: Gap in sustainability ambitions revealed by new research
A new sustainability report presented at the Phocuswright Conference has revealed a considerable gap between what people say and what they do when it comes to green travel.
On the Twelve Days of Christmas, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Gave to Me
Spirits are bright and festive are the lights this holiday season. As the twelve days of Christmas draw near, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts are here to make the most of each day with holiday cheer and Santa's reindeer. Whether you choose city lights or snowball fights, gather 'round to make each day leading up to holiday season count!
HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Visits Emirates at Dubai Air Show 2023
On the first day of the 2023 Dubai Air Show, HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, paid a visit to Emirates Airlines. During the visit, Adel Al Redha, Chief Operating Officer of Emirates, presented an overview of the airline’s innovative employee training program that utilizes extended reality (XR) technology
flydubai Orders 30 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners for Strategic Fleet Expansion
Dubai-based airline flydubai has signed an agreement with Boeing to purchase 30 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, marking the airline’s first foray into wide-body aircraft. The deal, valued at $11 billion, was announced during the Dubai Airshow 2023 and attended by prominent dignitaries
Emirates Leads UAE’s Aviation Spectacular at Dubai Airshow 2023 with Stunning Aerial Formation
Dubai Airshow 2023 opened with a breathtaking aerial display led by Emirates, showcasing the prowess of UAE aviation. The spectacle featured the iconic Emirates A380, followed by the UAE’s Al Fursan air display team, and a formation of commercial aircraft, including an Emirates Boeing 777, Etihad Airbus 350, Air Arabia Airbus 320, and flydubai Boeing 737, all soaring through the skies to the delight of spectators.
Val Thorens Voted 'Best Ski Resort in the World' for the 8th Time in 11 Years at World Ski Awards
Val Thorens, the highest ski resort in Europe at 2,300m, has again been named 'Best Ski Resort in the World' at the annual World Ski Awards, the only global initiative to recognise, reward and celebrate excellence in ski tourism. This is the 8th time in 11 years it has won which reflects the passion that consumers have for Val Thorens given they're actively involved in the selection process.
Leo Trippi Celebrates 10 Years at the Top With 10 Coolest Experiences
Leo Trippi is thrilled to announce it has won World's Best Ski Travel Agent at the World Ski Awards for an unprecedented tenth consecutive year. A multi-award-winning luxury travel company, Leo Trippi specialises in exceptional luxury ski holidays and tailor-made escapes. In celebration of retaining this title for the past decade, Leo Trippi is sharing its “10 Coolest Experiences”, commemorating 10 years at the top and looking ahead to the next 10.
SAUDI ARABIA SHOWCASES UNRIVALLED OPPORTUNITIES AND COMMITS TO STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS
Saudi Arabia, the world’s fastest-growing tourism destination, has concluded its most successful international trade show to date by showcasing endless tourism opportunities and long-lasting, strategic partnerships at the World Travel Market (WTM) London which took place last week.
Dubai faces down airline rivals with $50 billion jet orders
Dubai carriers threw down the gauntlet to emerging regional rivals with more than $50 billion of Boeing jet orders on Monday, as competition intensifies to secure dwindling supplies of long-haul jets and anticipate growth in international travel.