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Gibbs Gardens named "The World's 10 Best Places To See Daffodils This Spring
"Gibbs Gardens, less than an hour north of Atlanta, Georgia, stages the country's largest daffodil extravaganza with 20 million+ flowers on 220 acres," stated the national, lifestyle magazine that boasts circulation of 475,000.
Beijing Set to Become World’s Largest Travel & Tourism City Destination Says WTTC
Research by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed that within the next decade, Beijing will overtake Paris to become the world’s largest Travel & Tourism city destination.
PortAventura World opens committed to growth inside and outside the resort
PortAventura World has kicked off its longest season, which will last almost 300 days, with the expectation of exceeding 5.3 million visitors, after reaching 5.1 million in 2022
Olá Lisbon! Etihad announces new flights to Portugal and other exciting summer destinations
Etihad Airways is expanding its European network this summer with the introduction of a new direct service between Abu Dhabi and Lisbon, effective from 2 July 2023. The airline will be connecting Abu Dhabi to Portugal’s capital city right in time for the summer holidays, with three weekly flights scheduled to be operated on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Sundays.
Discover an Elevated Spring Break Vacation at Four Seasons Resort Orlando
Spring break is just around the corner, and the warm spring sunshine and heated five-acre waterpark beckons families to enjoy an unforgettable getaway at Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort. Recognized as the No. 1 Best Hotel and No. 1 Best Resort in Walt Disney World according to U.S. News & World Report, marking the ninth consecutive year of being awarded a top ranking, the Resort offers incredible activities for kids of all ages and rejuvenating relaxation for parents.
Melbourne Welcomes Visitors to Experience its Extravagant Events Season
This March, Melbourne welcomes visitors back to participate in its exciting events season featuring a wide variety of entertainment offerings with distinguished talent from around the globe. Among the top events on the schedule this year include the world-renowned Melbourne Food & Wine Festival (March 24-30) and Formula 1® Australian Grand Prix (March 30-April 2).
Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo Unveils Exclusive “Ultimate Sakura Experience” Package
Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo has launched the Ultimate Sakura Experience, an exclusive package to celebrate the arrival of spring and the blooming of the cherry blossoms. This new offering will provide guests with an authentic taste of Japanese culture through delightfully curated experiences, delectable culinary creations and a rejuvenating spa treatment.
KLM Expands Air/Rail Product with Additional Seats on Thalys Trains
KLM has purchased additional seats on four Thalys trains for transfer passengers travelling between Amsterdam and Brussels this summer. The extra seats form part of KLM’s efforts to scale down its four daily flights still operated between Amsterdam and Brussels. The extended air/rail product will be available from 26 March.
WTTC and Oxford Economics Report Positive Recovery Signs for South African Travel and Tourism Sector
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has today (15/02/2023) revealed positive signs of recovery for the South African Travel & Tourism sector with travellers heading back to its major cities.
World Premiere of Disney100: The Exhibition Opens at The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia
Disney100: The Exhibition, created for the 100-year celebration of The Walt Disney Company, makes its world debut at The Franklin Institute on Saturday, February 18, 2023.
WTTC Report Reveals Strong Recovery of Travel and Tourism Sector in Major Western European Cities
A new report from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed strong signs of recovery of the economic impact from Travel & Tourism in the five city ‘powerhouses’ of Western Europe.
SAINT LUCIA CARNIVAL 2023
Brighten up your year with a visit to the Saint Lucia Carnival July 1 – 19, 2023 A variety of competitions including the ever-popular Power and Groovy Monarch, Senior and Junior Panoramas (Steel Pan Competitions), and the Inter-Commercial House Calypso completion, dozens of community events, and of course a continuous calendar of parties and fetes