Tourism News Page 167
Asia hotel prices remained lower in December 2022 than 2019 despite significant increases in Europe
Digitrips has revealed Asia is the only region in the world where top destinations still offered prices (per room-night) below 2019 levels at the end of 2022, as hotels strive to boost demand following the region’s delayed reopening.
2.3 million tourists visited Malta in 2022
Last year, the number of tourists who chose Malta as their destination increased to 2.3 million, which translates into 83% of the pre-pandemic total in 2019.
Chef Jacques Chretien to promote Saint Lucia
Chef Jacques Chretien is expressing his honour to promote Saint Lucia at the New Maitre Cuisinier de France Guide edition 2022.
Shaggy & Sting will headline St. Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival
The St. Lucia Tourism Authority has announced the headliners for the 2023 St. Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival, to be held islandwide from May 5 to 14.
Point Hardy Golf Club at Cabot Saint Lucia nears completion
What do you get when you hire the famed design team of Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw to build a course on one of the most dramatic meetings of land and sea imaginable? Ben Cowan-Dewar, co-founder and CEO of the Canadian-based Cabot Collection, has his answer in the Caribbean nation of St. Lucia.
Heading Back to Indian Cities Say World Travel & Tourism Council
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has today revealed positive signs of recovery for the Indian Travel & Tourism sector with travellers heading back to its major cities.
SWISS to resume passenger services to Shanghai
In view of the now-eased entry provisions for Mainland China, SWISS is to resume its passenger services between Zurich and Shanghai from 3 March. One weekly flight is currently planned on the route for the month of March, which will then be expanded to three weekly frequencies from April onwards.
BRITISH AIRWAYS BRINGS ROMANCE TO THE SKIES FOR VALENTINE’S DAY
British Airways is sharing the love with its customers this Valentine’s Day with a range of special touches including seasonal desserts, a dedicated ‘Love is in the air’ in-flight entertainment channel and sweet treats in its lounges.
Orlando Crowned Largest Travel & Tourism City Destination in America for 2022
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed Orlando is predicted to be the largest U.S. Travel and Tourism city destination in 2022 with an economic contribution of over $31 billion, representing 20% of the city’s total GDP and recovering above 2019 levels by $2.7 billion.
Tourists Travelling Back to North Africa’s Biggest Cities Says WTTC
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has today revealed positive signs of recovery for the Travel & Tourism sector in key North African city destinations, providing a massive boost to economies across the region.
9 reasons to visit Saadiyat Island this Valentine’s Day
If you are looking to treat your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day, look no further than Saadiyat Island. Abu Dhabi’s leading beach destination, Saadiyat Island offers natural surroundings, pristine white sandy beaches, luxurious resorts and a vibrant culture and entertainment scene. Saadiyat Island is the place to be this February.
flynas launches program to inspire content creators
Saudi air carrier flynas, the leading low-cost airline in the Middle East, announced the launch of the People’s Lens Program to inspire content creators interested in travel to go through unique experiences and share their works