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Etihad Airways Honours Ramadan Traditions Across the Network
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, brings to life traditional Emirati Ramadan experiences through thoughtful moments across different touch points for guests around the world, celebrating the start of the holy month and inviting guests to share in the rich Emirati culture the airline proudly reflects.
Experience Miami Beach Through Iconic Culinary Traditions This Season
In Miami Beach, food is more than a meal — it is a living reflection of the city's people, art, architecture, and cultural evolution. From historic Cuban diners and Mediterranean seaside tables to Michelin-starred, approachable innovation, Miami Beach invites visitors to experience the destination through its most iconic culinary creations.
Japan House London wins Best Visitor Experience category at Cultural Enterprises Awards 2026
The Visitor Experience Team at Japan House London has won the Best Visitor Experience category at the Cultural Enterprises Awards 2026. Beating off competition from over 1,600 other cultural organizations across the UK, Japan House London was selected by judges at Cultural Enterprises, a trade body for the arts, heritage and cultural sector, for its authentic approach and the respect shown not only to visitors but also to the skills of team members at all levels.
VACATIONS BY RAIL® EXPANDS EUROPEAN PORTFOLIO WITH NEW PREMIUM FRANCE & SPAIN RAIL EXPERIENCES
Vacations By Rail®, a premier small group and independent tour operator and the trusted authority on rail, announces an exciting expansion of its 2026 Europe portfolio spotlighting France and Spain. These immersive, rail‑forward journeys highlight world‑class wine regions, iconic cultural centers, and some of Europe's most scenic routes, inviting travelers to discover old‑world romance, rich gastronomy, and landscapes that inspired the Impressionists, from mountain ranges and rolling vineyards to sun‑washed coastlines.
Bellagio Welcomes World-Renowned Alinea for Exclusive Culinary Residency April 16 - May 31
Alinea, the iconic restaurant helmed by Chef Grant Achatz, continues to celebrate two decades of culinary excellence with a special anniversary collaboration at Bellagio Resort & Casino in Las Vegas April 16 – May 31. For a limited time, Chef Achatz and his team will be in residence at celebrity chef Michael Mina's eponymous restaurant, offering guests an immersive gastronomic experience paired with the resort's signature world-class hospitality.
Cholan Tours Breaks Industry Barriers with India's First Women Chauffeur-Driven Tours
One of the most reputable destination management companies in India, Cholan Tours, has announced a pioneering industry initiative, the introduction of professionally trained women chauffeurs to operate multi-day and long-distance tours across India, a first-of-its-kind concept in the Indian tourism sector.
Robert Downey Jr. Named Godparent of Disney Adventure
Today, Disney announced Academy Award-winning actor Robert Downey Jr. will be the godparent for the Disney Adventure, the newest and largest ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet. Disney shared the news ahead of the vessel's maiden voyage next month out of its home port in Singapore.
Guillaume Ranvier, the New General Manager of Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo, the Connoisseurs’ Hotel
A seasoned professional in the world of luxury hospitality, Guillaume Ranvier has joined Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo as General Manager. He officially took up his position on January 5, 2026, succeeding Louis Starck, who was appointed General Manager of Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo at the end of last September. With an impressive international career in prestigious hotel establishments, Guillaume Ranvier will now bring his expertise and ultra-luxury experience to one of Monaco’s most iconic hotels. Arriving directly from the Four Seasons Hotel George V in Paris, where he served as Hotel Manager,
Regent Seven Seas Cruises® Reveals an Exclusive New Collection of Enticing Land Programs
Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, the world’s leading ultra-luxury cruise line, has unveiled a new collection of nearly 50 multi-day land programs available pre- and post- sailing in iconic destinations across the globe, including Africa & Arabia, Alaska, Asia, Australia & New Zealand, the Mediterranean & Northern Europe, and North America. Featured on sailings departing in 2026 and beyond, the new collection of immersive pre‑ and post‑land programs spans six of the seven ultra‑luxury ships in The World’s Most Luxurious Fleet®. These curated shoreside experiences cater to the growing desire of combining cruise and land holidays, giving guests the freedom to explore home ports at an unhurried pace and spend more meaningful time immersed in each destination before or after their voyage.
Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo Unveils Sakura Season in Nihonbashi — Where Cherry Blossoms Bloom
As cherry blossoms begin to bloom across the city, Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo offers a rare Sakura experience set quite literally at its doorstep. Located just steps from one of Nihonbashi's most celebrated Sakura-lined avenues, the hotel is surrounded by softly arching cherry trees that transform the neighborhood into a living spring tableau, allowing guests to experience Tokyo's most poetic season within easy reach of the hotel.
MANDARIN ORIENTAL APPOINTS SIMONE BILES AS THE BRANDS FIRST GLOBAL WELLNESS AMBASSADOR
Mandarin Oriental is proud to announce that Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast of all time and one of the defining athletes of her generation, has joined the brand as its first-ever Global Wellness Ambassador. The long-term, purpose-driven collaboration represents a strategic step in positioning Mandarin Oriental as a global authority in modern, holistic wellbeing. It reflects the Group’s belief that true wellness is the integration of physical strength, mental health, recovery and balance, a philosophy that Biles embodies with authenticity and grace.
Aleph Hospitality to Manage Four Points by Sheraton Makkah Ibrahim Al Khalil
Aleph Hospitality, the largest independent hotel management company in the Middle East and Africa, has secured the Four Points by Sheraton brand for the Diyar Al Khalidiya hotel in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.