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Grab Your Skis, Grab Your Offer and Head North With SkiScandinavia
Leading Scandinavian ski holiday specialist, skiScandinavia has hand-picked three top deals for skiers still looking for a break this winter or for the early planners already looking ahead to next year. Whether it is planning this year's family Easter break, a peaceful low-season escape, or for those already missing Christmas and keen to plan the next magical Christmas holiday.
Wellness Tour Celebrating Longevity Launches in Okinawa, Japan
A new holistic wellness tour has launched in Japan's subtropical and southernmost prefecture, Okinawa, which is widely considered as one of only five Blue Zones in the world where people live exceptionally long lives. The 4-day Yambaru Miracle Forest Blue Zones Premium Tour from Okinawa Adventures explores the region's connections to longevity, uncovering the nine secrets of healthy living attributed to Okinawa, which include embracing ikigai – or 'life's purpose', eating more plant-based meals, maintaining community bonds and growing a medicinal garden.
BEVERLY HILLS COMES TOGETHER FOR CALIFORNIA WILDFIRE RECOVERY WITH "EAT. DONATE. LOVE.,"
In the wake of the recent wildfires that have devastated neighboring Los Angeles communities, Beverly Hills Conference & Visitors Bureau (BHCVB) launches "EAT. DONATE. LOVE." from February 9-15, 2025.
Disney Cruise Line Embraces Summer 2026 with Family Vacations to Alaska, Europe, and Caribbean
Disney Cruise Line invites families on unforgettable summer adventures to new and favorite ports of call around the world during the 2026 season. With a soon-to-be expanded eight-ship fleet, there will be more Disney Cruise Line itineraries to choose from than ever before.
AdventHealth and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay partner to empower families to live well and explore more
AdventHealth and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay are excited to announce an inspiring new partnership dedicated to helping families stay healthy, connected and ready to embrace all the wonders the park has to offer.
GetYourGuide Transforms the City of Love Into the "City of Self-Love"
Leading travel experience marketplace GetYourGuide is flipping the script on Cupid this Valentine's Day and empowering solo travelers to have a rendezvous with themselves, experiencing the romance of the City of Love on their own, no partner required. They're renaming Paris to the "City of Self-Love," and making it accessible for singletons to travel for their passions.
OCEANIA CRUISES UNVEILS ITS NEXT EVOLUTION OF FINE DINING AT SEA ON ALLURA™
Oceania Cruises®, the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, is thrilled to announce the next evolution of The Grand Dining Room menus, debuting aboard the line's newest 1,200-guest ship, Allura™, launching in July 2025. The reimagined menus introduce more than 270 brand-new recipes across all three meal services, distinguished by refined flavors, modern techniques, and elegant presentations.
Lufthansa Group Unveils First Set of Benefits from ITA Airways Integration
The integration of ITA Airways into the Lufthansa Group is already bringing tangible benefits to passengers across the globe. The Lufthansa Group’s recent participation in ITA Airways is ushering in a host of improvements that passengers can enjoy shortly after the transition. During a press conference in Rome, key leaders, including Carsten Spohr, CEO of Deutsche Lufthansa AG, Sandro Pappalardo, Chairman of ITA Airways, and Joerg Eberhart, CEO of ITA Airways, unveiled the first steps of the integration, highlighting key advantages for travelers.
JW Marriott Expands in the Maldives with the Unveiling of JW Marriott Kaafu Atoll Island Resort
JW Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announces the opening of JW Marriott Kaafu Atoll Island Resort, the second JW Marriott resort in the Maldives. Nestled in Kaafu Atoll's largest lagoon and conveniently located just 15 minutes by boat from Velana International Airport, this luxurious retreat offers an idyllic sanctuary to recharge the mind, body, and spirit in this tropical oceanic paradise.
Dubai Fountain Undergoes a Stunning Revamp: Temporary Closure Announced for Upgrade and Enhancement
Emaar has announced the temporary closure of Dubai Fountain, the world's largest performing fountain, located at Downtown Dubai, to undergo a comprehensive upgrade and routine upkeep. The renovation will commence in May and is expected to take five months to complete.
Emaar Hospitality Group Opens Vida Dubai Mall in the Heart of Downtown
Emaar Hospitality Group opened Vida Dubai Mall, a vibrant addition to the city's ever-evolving skyline. Situated in Downtown Dubai, this 195-key property, plus 620 residence units, is ideal for urban explorers, leisure seekers, and business travellers. Boasting direct access to Dubai Mall, one of the world's largest retail and entertainment hubs, and breathtaking views of Burj Khalifa, this represents a new chapter for the Vida brand in Dubai's most iconic destination.
Frankfurt Airport Introduces World-First 360° Walkthrough Security Scanner
Frankfurt Airport has made a significant advancement in air travel security with the approval of the QPS Walk2000 360° walkthrough security scanner by the German Federal Police. This AI-supported system, which has been in a testing phase for nearly a year, will now be used regularly to streamline passenger screening. The QPS Walk2000 offers an enhanced level of convenience for travelers, allowing them to walk through the scanner at a normal pace rather than freezing in place for a scan.