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India's International Visitor Spend Soars to Record Highs, WTTC Reports
Latest data from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed that international visitor spend in India reached a record ₹3.1TN in 2024, 9% above the previous peak of 2019. After a prolonged reliance on domestic travel spend following the pandemic, WTTC’s latest Economic Impact Research (EIR) reveals international travel is not only back; it’s stronger than ever, reaching unprecedented levels last year.
Turkish Cargo Named “Cargo Airline of the Year – Global” at the 2025 World Air Cargo Awards
Turkish Cargo, the global air cargo brand of Turkish Airlines, has been honoured with the “Cargo Airline of the Year – Global” award at the 2025 World Air Cargo Awards, one of the most prestigious accolades in the air cargo industry. The award ceremony, held on June 3 in Munich, Germany, was part of Air Cargo Europe, the industry’s largest gathering of logistics and air freight professionals. The recognition, widely regarded as the “Oscars” of the air cargo sector, was organized by Air Cargo Week, a leading global publication.
MANDARIN ORIENTAL CELEBRATES GLOBAL WELLNESS DAY 2025
The Spas at Mandarin Oriental will once again unite with the global wellness community on Saturday, 14 June 2025, in honour of Global Wellness Day (GWD). This year’s theme, #ReconnectMagenta, is a powerful call to action encouraging individuals around the world to restore meaningful connections—with nature, loved ones, communities and most importantly, themselves.
Celebrate World Ocean Day with a Conservation-Led Silolona Sojourns Charter
Celebrate the oceans this World Ocean Day on June 8th and set sail with purpose by booking a trip with luxury Phinisi yacht charter pioneers and champions of conservation-driven tourism, Silolona Sojourns. World Ocean Day promotes collective action for healthier oceans and encourages greater awareness of the vital role the ocean plays in sustaining our planet’s ecosystems. Silolona Sojourns has long recognised that protecting the environment in which they operate is not just a responsibility, but a vital part of doing business in today’s world. In honour of World Ocean Day, their unwavering commitment to safeguarding Indonesia’s pristine waters and supporting grassroots conservation initiatives stands as a powerful example of how companies can lead with purpose. By investing in the health of our oceans and the communities that depend on them, Silolona Sojourns is helping to ensure these extraordinary ecosystems endure for generations to come.
Guatemala unveils fresh global strategy to boost destination awareness and increase visitor numbers
Guatemala, the most populous and beautiful country in Central America, is embarking on a new international strategy to raise further awareness and boost visitor numbers, after a record-breaking year in 2024. Record numbers visited the Central American destination in 2024. The PC Agency has been appointed to support Guatemala’s fast-growing popularity
Dusit Princess Melaka celebrates grand opening in UNESCO Heritage City
Dusit Princess Melaka, Dusit International’s debut property in Malaysia, celebrated its official grand opening on 29 May 2025 — marking an exciting milestone in Melaka’s evolving hospitality landscape and introducing a new standard of upscale Thai-inspired hospitality to the state. The hotel also unveiled one of the largest meeting and event spaces in Melaka, further enhancing the city’s appeal as a regional MICE destination.
Free Beer at SeaWorld Orlando This Summer
SeaWorld Orlando is offering FREE ice-cold beer* just in time for warmer days ahead. Guests 21+ can enjoy one complimentary draft beer per visit at the Waterway Grill Patio. Pass Members can raise their glasses twice, with two free draft beers per day. Available daily from 12 p.m. to one hour before park close, this limited-time offer is the perfect way to relax and refresh while taking in the park's coasters, animal encounters and live entertainment.
Wego and Spain Tourist Office (Turespaña) Partner
Wego, the number one travel app and the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Spain's Tourist Office (Turespaña) to launch an exciting summer campaign aimed at showcasing the best of Spain's diverse and captivating summer experiences.
Cunard's Transatlantic Fashion Week Returns With Fashion Icons Christian Siriano & Bob Mackie
Cunard's Transatlantic Fashion Week voyage will sail from the U.S. for the first time this fall aboard the iconic Queen Mary 2. The week-long voyage will feature an extraordinary line-up of fashion icons including legendary fashion designers Christian Siriano and Bob Mackie and supermodel Coco Rocha.
Five Key Trends Shaping Latin America’s International Tourism Growth
During a panel session held during LATA Expo 2025, Mabrian shared insights on six key Latin American destinations—Mexico, Costa Rica, Argentina, Brazil, Peru, and Ecuador—that represent 86% of the region’s 76.4 million international arrivals in 2024, according to UN Tourism.
AVA Resort Cancun Announces Summer Festival
AVA Resort Cancun, one of Mexico's newest upscale resorts, announced today the start of its first ever Summer Festival. This all-inclusive, family friendly festival invites guests to celebrate global gastronomy, art, mixology and world-class entertainment for all. Running June 7 to August 14, 2025 the AVA Resort Cancun Summer Festival will feature daily events throughout the resort offering guests of all ages an unforgettable summer vacation, in a destination for people who want a stay as dynamic as they are.
SANDALS® RESORTS CELEBRATES WORLD OCEAN MONTH WITH NEW CORAL RESTORATION PROGRAMS
In celebration of World Ocean Month, Sandals Resorts and its philanthropic arm, the Sandals Foundation, unveil an expansion of the all-inclusive resort company's coral restoration efforts across the Caribbean, with new experiences in The Bahamas and Curaçao. These programs join existing conservation efforts in Jamaica, Saint Lucia, and Grenada, inviting resort guests to become part of the brands' unwavering commitment to protecting the region's precious underwater ecosystems.