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Eden Bleu Hotel, Seychelles, Will Make Its Debut Appearance at IMEX Frankfurt 2025
The multi-award-winning Eden Bleu Hotel is proud to announce its debut participation at IMEX Frankfurt 2025, one of the world's notable exhibitions for the meetings, incentives, conferences and events (MICE) industry. Taking place from May 20–22, 2025, the event will mark a significant milestone for Eden Bleu Hotel as it steps onto the international stage to represent the Seychelles – a rising destination in the global events market.
Anantara Concorso Roma Announces Dates for Inaugural Event To Take Place 16-19 April 2026
The inaugural Anantara Concorso Roma will now take place between 16 and 19 April 2026. The date is announced following the launch event's postponement last month, out of respect for the passing of Pope Francis and the related events taking place in Rome. Planning is already well underway for the Anantara Concorso Roma 2026, with dates confirmed and venues being finalised. The event will take place in Rome in the springtime and will celebrate la dolce vita and all things Italian, including hospitality, cuisine and style.
The Booking Trends Shaping 2025 | From the Leading Hotels of the World
“Following another standout year in 2024, LHW is poised for continued success and revenue growth in 2025. We've just surpassed 4 years of continuous monthly YoY revenue growth, a testament to the strength of our brand and the enduring appeal of independent luxury hospitality. Despite ongoing economic and geopolitical headwinds, our intrepid luxury travellers continue to seek new destinations, and we are currently experiencing a 15% year-over-year increase in revenue, signalling sustained demand across our portfolio," said Shannon Knapp, President and CEO of The Leading Hotels of the World.
YOUR PASSION, OUR GRATITUDE: SANDALS® RESORTS CELEBRATES GLOBAL TRAVEL ADVISOR DAY
In celebration of the passion, dedication and meaningful impact of the travel advisor community, Sandals Resorts–the Caribbean's leading all-inclusive brand–proudly partners with the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) as the global sponsor of Global Travel Advisor Day 2025. This year's celebration features a lineup of dynamic events, exclusive programming, and unmissable incentives to honor the true champions of Caribbean travel.
ROYAL CARIBBEAN SPOTLIGHTS NEW ENTERTAINMENT AND DINING EXPERIENCES ON STAR OF THE SEAS
Royal Caribbean is setting both the stage and the table with a closer look at its all-encompassing lineup of show-stopping entertainment and unmatched dining experiences to shine on Star of the Seas. Debuting in August 2025 from Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida, the next combination of the best of every vacation is set to bring to life experiences for all ages from top-notch entertainment, including an electrifying ride through time with "Back to the Future: The Musical," to next-level dining experiences across Lincoln Park Supper Club and three new concepts at the Icon Class signature favorite, AquaDome Market.
Summer in Orlando Shines with an All-New Theme Park & Unforgettable Experiences
Recently named the No. 1 travel destination for 2025 by AAA, Orlando continues to deliver unforgettable summer vacations for every traveler. "This summer marks one of the most exciting seasons in Orlando's history, with the first new theme park in 25 years opening in May, and a wave of new experiences and sporting events that continue to give travelers new reasons to choose Orlando," said Casandra Matej, president and CEO of Visit Orlando. "Whether you're a first-time visitor or a regular to our destination, this summer Orlando delivers new unbelievably real vacation opportunities for all types of travelers."
Royal Air Maroc and The New Terminal One Announce Strategic Partnership
Royal Air Maroc, Morocco's national carrier, is set to begin operations at The New Terminal One at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport in 2026, marking an exciting new chapter in the airline's U.S. growth strategy. The long-term partnership between Royal Air Maroc and the New Terminal One aligns with the carrier's ambitious strategy to strengthen transatlantic ties between Africa and the Americas, while elevating the passenger experience at one of the airline's most important international gateways.
Plusgrade and Atlantis Dubai Partner to Enhance Guest Experiences
Plusgrade, a global leader in ancillary revenue solutions for the travel industry, is thrilled to announce its partnership with Atlantis Dubai's two premier luxury resorts: Atlantis, The Palm and Atlantis The Royal. This collaboration introduces an innovative solution that enhances the guest experience by offering seamless access to premium room upgrades, stay extensions, and exclusive experiences, unlocking new revenue opportunities through an intelligent, fully automated, and white-labeled platform.
Riyadh Air Partners with Loyalty Juggernaut to Launch a Next-Generation Digital Loyalty Program
Riyadh Air, the new national carrier of Saudi Arabia, and Loyalty Juggernaut, Inc. (LJI), an innovation leader in loyalty technology, announced today a strategic partnership to power Riyadh Air's next-generation digital loyalty program, during the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai, UAE.
Opening This Week – The Royal Yacht Britannia's New Exhibition and Retail Experience
2025 marks the next chapter in The Royal Yacht Britannia Trust's legacy with the opening of a brand-new, world-class visitor centre with exhibition and retail experience this week. Situated on the second floor of Ocean Terminal in Edinburgh's Port of Leith, the newly developed visitor experience has been designed to enhance the sense of arrival for around 350,000 annual visitors to Queen Elizabeth II's former Royal Yacht.
Mountaineering and Culture Leads the Summer 2025 Programme in Saint-Gervais Mont Blanc
The Alpine town of Saint-Gervais Mont Blanc, as the name indicates, home to the highest peak in Europe, will this summer feature a program of mountaineering experiences and cultural events. It will celebrate the centenary of the Mont Joly refuge hut, host mountaineering courses for novices, and throughout the summer period, art and exhibitions will literally live the high life across the resort's various altitudes.The Alpine town of Saint-Gervais Mont Blanc, as the name indicates, home to the highest peak in Europe, will this summer feature a program of mountaineering experiences and cultural events. It will celebrate the centenary of the Mont Joly refuge hut, host mountaineering courses for novices, and throughout the summer period, art and exhibitions will literally live the high life across the resort's various altitudes.
China’s travel renaissance: May Day 2025 sees surge in outbound travel
Dida, a tech-driven global travel distribution company, reveals remarkable hotel bookings for the May Day holiday of 2025 (1-5 May). The data underscores a robust recovery in global tourism, with international hotel bookings by Chinese travellers soaring along with growth in overseas visitors travelling to China.