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TUMI INVITES YOU TO "GIFT JOY" THIS HOLIDAY SEASON
Today, international travel, lifestyle, and accessories brand TUMI debuts "Gift Joy," a celebration of thoughtful giving and enduring design. As the ultimate gifting destination, TUMI invites customers into a world where every detail is a gift in itself—where form meets feeling, and every journey begins with a moment of joy. Framed by the warmth and wonder of the season, "Gift Joy" captures the essence of connection, craft, and care that define the brand.
ATLANTIS PARADISE ISLAND ANNOUNCES MARRIOTT BONVOY JOINS BATTLE 4 ATLANTIS AS TITLE SPONSOR
Atlantis Paradise Island, the most remarkable destination resort in the world, announces Marriott Bonvoy, the award-winning travel program from Marriott International, has been named the Title Sponsor of Battle 4 Atlantis, one of college basketball's premier early-season tournaments. This partnership marks a major milestone for both the travel and sports industries, bringing together the excitement of college hoops and the allure of destination travel at the iconic Atlantis Paradise Island resort.
Brand USA Launches "America the Beautiful" Global Tourism Campaign
Brand USA, the destination marketing organization for the United States, today launched America the Beautiful, a global tourism marketing campaign and platform that represents the organization's most ambitious marketing initiative to date. The campaign debuts during this week's Brand USA Travel Week U.K. and Europe, now in its seventh year, which connects U.S. destinations with leading international buyers and media from 20 countries. Today's announcement comes as international travel continues to drive meaningful economic impact. Year-to-date through July, travel and tourism exports totaled $147 billion, up two percent year-over-year. That spending is projected to generate approximately $39.6 billion in federal tax revenue by year's end, support millions of American jobs, and contribute to a total economic impact of $551 billion in 2025. The campaign is strategically timed to build on that momentum and accelerate growth ahead of 2026, a milestone year marked by the FIFA World Cup, America's 250th anniversary, and the Route 66 centennial.
Viva Italia! Future Hospitality Summit World showcases Italy’s new golden age of tourism
The Future Hospitality Summit - FHS World is unveiling a wealth of investment opportunities in Italy’s hospitality sector, with an exclusive pavilion showcasing the country’s new golden age of tourism. The Italy Pavilion, on show at FHS World, Madinat Jumeirah Dubai, 27-29 October, will highlight the growth, evolution and future goals of the country’s hospitality and tourism sector, which is gearing up for a surge in lifestyle and boutique developments, heritage renovations, wellness retreats and sustainability-focussed offerings over the next 3-5 years.
Vivienne Westwood Opens Riyadh Fashion Week 2025
On October 17, set against the Palm Grove in Riyadh, Vivienne Westwood presented its first-ever fashion show in the Middle East at Riyadh Fashion Week, celebrating Saudi Arabian artisanal skills and craftmanship. In collaboration with Art of Heritage, a cultural institution safeguarding Saudi Arabia’s legacy of craftsmanship, the show included a capsule collection of specially created Vivienne Westwood gowns. Intricately embroidered by Saudi artisans, alongside Vivienne Westwood’s Spring/Summer 2026 looks and select archival creations
Meteor Showers to Lighten Up the Canary Islands' Dark Sky Capital
As UK travellers seek more meaningful, experience-driven escapes this autumn and winter, La Palma offers something truly unique: mesmerising starry nights framed by volcanic landscapes and lush forests. Renowned for its minimal light pollution, pristine natural beauty, and elevated observatories, La Palma is emerging as a must-visit destination for those craving immersive, offbeat travel under the cosmos.
GO7 launches Marketing Triggers with Klaviyo to unlock new revenue opportunities for airlines
GO7, the growth platform for airlines, has joined forces with Klaviyo, the B2C CRM, to launch Marketing Triggers – a marketing automation solution built specifically for aviation. Marketing Triggers integrates directly with the GO7 ecosystem and adapts Klaviyo’s powerful data-driven automation capabilities to the airline customer journey. The solution enables airlines to engage travellers at every stage of their journey – from pre-booking to post-trip – with personalized, behavior-based interactions that drive measurable revenue.
Loews Hotels & Co Partners with Cozy Earth to Launch Exclusive Lounge Set and Pop-Up Experiences
Loews Hotels & Co, the leading brand in refined hospitality, today announces an exclusive partnership with Cozy Earth, the premium lifestyle brand known for elevated comfort essentials. Together, the two brands are unveiling a limited-edition Cozy Earth x Loews Hotels Lounge Set, available for purchase online and through curated events hosted at Loews properties.
KAYAK INTRODUCES AI MODE: CONVERSATIONAL TRAVEL SEARCH, JUST IN TIME FOR HOLIDAY PLANNING
KAYAK, the world's leading travel search engine, has launched AI Mode, a natural-language search experience that combines KAYAK's data with ChatGPT to deliver smarter, contextual results, right from the home page. KAYAK is the first major travel site to let users plan complete trips by typing questions directly into a search box.
FONTAINEBLEAU MIAMI BEACH ANNOUNCES NEW YEAR'S EVE 2026 PERFORMANCE BY GRAMMY®-WINNER DAVID GUETTA
Fontainebleau Miami Beach, the iconic luxury resort spanning 20 acres of prime oceanfront in the heart of Miami Beach, will ring in 2026 with one of South Florida's most anticipated New Year's Eve celebrations, welcoming chart-topping DJ David Guetta on Wednesday, December 31. Guetta will take over the resort's renowned oceanfront poolscape, leading the crowd in a virtual ball drop and countdown to the New Year. Guests will enjoy spectacular live entertainment, premium dining, open-bar experiences, and family-friendly festivities.
The Elf on the Shelf® is Home for the Holidays at Beaches® Resorts
The holidays are set to shine even brighter in the Caribbean as Beaches Resorts welcomes back The Elf on the Shelf Scout Elf™ for another season of festive fun. Starting November 28, families can bask in all-new surprises, including the debut of The Elf on the Shelf Caribbean Vacation Suite, where North Pole sparkle meets island flair. As the Official Caribbean Vacation of The Elf on the Shelf, Beaches Resorts in Jamaica and Turks and Caicos will be brimming with Scout Elf-approved experiences all season long, from festive holiday parties to cozy storytimes, merry movie nights under the stars, and countless magical moments for the whole family to enjoy.
Global Wellness Summit Unveils Packed 3-Day Agenda for 2025 Conference in Dubai, November 18-21
The Global Wellness SummitTM (GWS), the most influential conference for the multitrillion-dollar wellness industry, has released the full agenda for its 19th annual conference taking place November 18-21 at the Mandarin Oriental in Downtown Dubai.