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Quark Expeditions Launches New Arctic 2025 Season: "Rethink Your Bucket List"
Quark Expeditions, the global leader in polar adventures, invites travelers to boldly rethink their bucket list in Arctic 2025 and choose destinations that take them beyond the standard and overly popular travel experiences. Quark Expeditions is offering an early booking bonus of $1,000 to any guest who decides to step away from the Top 10 lists in favor of truly unique polar experiences in the remote Arctic.

Belfast City Airport Expands Summer 2024 Schedule with New Charter Services
Belfast City Airport has announced the expansion of its summer 2024 schedule with three charter services to Menorca, Mallorca and Italy. The new services, facilitated by Northern Ireland’s leading tour operator, Travel Solutions, are available to book now.

International Tourism Reaches 84% of Pre-Pandemic Levels in 2023, Led by Middle East, Europe, Africa
International tourism has continued to recover from the worst crisis in its history as arrival numbers reached 84% of pre-pandemic levels between January and July 2023, according to the latest data from UNWTO. The Middle East, Europe and Africa lead the global sector’s rebound.
Frankfurt Airport Trials Revolutionary Walk-Through Security Scanner for Passenger Convenience
Fraport began testing the world’s first walk-through security scanner for passengers at Frankfurt Airport. The R&S QPS Walk2000 from Rohde & Schwarz is designed to speed up security checks.

Talayotic Menorca Declared World Heritage Site by Unesco
Talayotic Menorca is officially listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, having been recognised for its cultural importance.

Weeva partners with the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance
The Sustainable Hospitality Alliance has welcomed the sustainability management platform Weeva as an affiliate member to help drive collaboration on industry resilience and data-led sustainability.

Danish Viking Age Ring Fortresses Declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Five historic Danish Viking age Ring Fortresses have just been added to the prestigious UNESCO World Heritage List. The fortresses were built between year 958 and 987 under the reign of the Danish Viking King Harald Bluetooth and are characterised by their remarkable symmetry.

Begin Your Stay in Style With Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts' Exceptional Arrival Experiences
With a selection of exceptional arrival experiences to choose from across a global portfolio, arriving at one of Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts' properties promises to make every stay memorable from the very beginning.

Estonia Ranked One of the World's Most Sustainable Destinations
Estonia is the fifth most sustainable destination in the world according to the latest annual study from Euromonitor International. Estonia, certified as a Green Destination, has moved up five places in this years' Sustainable Travel Index 2023, thanks to its approach to sustainable living and nature conservation.

The Future Hospitality Summit is set to serve up three days of debate as it opens next week
The Future Hospitality Summit is set to serve up three days of debate, insight, exciting industry news and more when it gets under way in Abu Dhabi next week on 25 September under the theme of ‘Focus on Investment.’

Top Players of the Global Travel Market To Convene At ITB Asia 2023
Asia’s leading travel trade show brings together the leading exhibitors in the travel and tourism industry. As the opening draws closer, the top exhibitors, sponsors, and buyer partners are announced.

Travel Recovery Continues as Hoteliers Embrace Upselling with 70% Increase in Summer 2023
Revenue from parking lots, meeting rooms, and other spaces increased 22% YOY, while upselling increased 31%