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Bridging the Action-Awareness Gap: Trip.com Group's 2024 Sustainable Travel Consumer Report Insights
Trip.com Group, a leading global travel service provider, reveals that while sustainability awareness is rising among travellers, there remains a gap between awareness and action. This is one of the key insights from the Sustainable Travel Consumer Report 2024 that the Group released today.
Four Seasons and Lucid Team Up to Offer Guests Sustainable Driving Experiences
Global luxury hospitality leader Four Seasons and Lucid Group, Inc., maker of the world's most advanced electric vehicles, announce a new partnership grounded in a shared vision of an exceptional, sustainable lifestyle. The collaboration underscores both companies' commitment to environmental stewardship and responds to a growing guest desire for added flexibility and unique, eco-friendly experiences during their stay.
OVER A THIRD OF BUSINESS TRAVELERS LOSE UP TO A DAY OF PRODUCTIVITY ON TRIPS
As business travel bounces back, with the sector poised to hit a record spending high by year-end, a new report, "The Changing Face of Travel and Work", uncovers the impact that travel planning is having on business travelers' productivity. Blacklane, the premiere global chauffeur services provider, available in more than 50 countries, launched the report, determining changing business traveler habits across the US, UK and UAE.
Innsbruck Winter Safari - Five Unique Experiences in the Capital of the Alps
A far cry from the traditional African safari and catching sight of the 'Big Five' – Austria's 'Capital of the Alps' offers instead five unique experiences for winter wanderers. From skiing under the stars or travelling through time at a Victorian Christmas market, to a magnificent carnival event that is only held every five years, the Innsbruck region is a hidden jewel, just waiting to be discovered.
The Gambia Experience Celebrates First Flight With a Vibrant Cultural Welcome
The Gambia Experience celebrated its first flight of the season departing from Gatwick to Banjul on Friday, (11th Oct) marking over 35 years of winter sun holidays to The Gambia. Upon arrival at Banjul International Airport, passengers were warmly welcomed by The Gambia Experience resort team and British High Commissioner to The Gambia, Harriet King before being treated to a vibrant and welcoming reception from a local dance troupe, The Jola Cultural Group. Their energetic drumbeats and colourful costumes set the tone for a memorable holiday, providing an authentic, immersive experience, and first taste of the rich cultural traditions that make the destination so special.
Mirai study reveals Google has lost 1 percentage point of market share in direct hotel bookings
Mirai, the provider of technology and operations support to help hotels sell in the direct channel, has today unveiled new findings on the impact of the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) on the direct sale of hotel reservations within the European Union (EU) when compared with non-EU markets. Mirai’s latest analysis reveals that the DMA has led to Google suffering an overall 1% decline in its market share of all direct hotel bookings within the EU, marking a significant shift in how users interact with hotels via Google platforms.
Stay22 Expands Partnership With Booking.com
Stay22, the travel tech company that offers affiliate revenue generation opportunities for travel content creators, has announced the integration of Booking.com’s wide range of products. This partnership will offer Stay 22’s network of over 2,700 global content creators the opportunity to generate revenue from every element of the travel experience in one place, including accommodations, flights, car rentals, and attractions, within their platforms.
Indigenous Tourism to Inject $67BN USD into Global Economy Says WTTC Report
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has launched a landmark report at its Global Summit in Perth, Western Australia, highlighting how Indigenous tourism is projected to contribute $67BN USD to the global economy by 2034.
WTTC launches ‘Together in Travel’
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) launched ‘Together in Travel’ at its 2024 Global Summit in Perth, Western Australia, a unique initiative aimed at providing support and resources to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) within the global Travel & Tourism sector.
Business Travel Set to Surpass Pre-Pandemic Levels to Reach a Record US$1.5 trillion in 2024
A new report from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed that business travel is set to surpass pre-pandemic levels this year, faster than previously predicted, to reach a record US$1.5TN. The rise of remote working during the pandemic had a disproportionate effect on corporate travel, compared to leisure travel, with virtual platforms replacing face-to-face meetings.
Another Taste of Paradise Is Coming - and It's Bigger and Better Than Everrrr!
Social adventure experts, TruTravels has announced today that one of their most popular destinations from the last year is getting a long-awaited upgrade! Total Philippines, launched on 11th October will give customers the option to travel for a total of 24 days across the Philippines covering brand-new destinations such as Bohol and Siargao. Total Philippines is the ultimate trip across the Philippines. It promises travellers an all-encompassing, unforgettable experience around the hotspots and the hidden gems of the Philippines with epic activities such as surfing, zip-lining and lots of Island Hopping in the famous Filipino waters.
Forte San Giorgio, Italy, Announces Dates for Wildfitness Retreat 2025
Forte San Giorgio, a private Italian Fort situated on the little-known island of Capraia, is delighted to announce dates for the next Wildfitness Retreat in 2025 at the property, following a successful partnership this summer. This secluded island escape, set in the Tuscan archipelago, sleeps 20, with incredible Mediterranean views and an authentic local cultural scene, and can be booked as part of a retreat or for private group hire.