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Planning a KidZania Visit? Here’s What Your Kids Can Do & How to Book Tickets
Explore the activities and ticket prices for KidZania Kuala Lumpur in 2025.
Miami-Dade tourism remains robust with record number of visitors in 2024
Marking a new record number of visitors in the last year, the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) emphasized the high-performing visitor economy and communicated the benefits of tourism in Miami-Dade County at its annual State of the Travel & Tourism Industry event. More than 600 attendees, including GMCVB industry partners, government officials and community leaders, gathered at Jungle Island to celebrate Greater Miami and Miami Beach's robust tourism ecosystem and one of the destination's main economic drivers.
Malaysia Airlines debuts Manchester United livery during 2025 Asia Post-Season Tour
Malaysia Airlines proudly unveiled a specially designed Manchester United themed livery on its A330-300 aircraft, celebrating its ongoing role as the football club's Official Commercial Airline Partner. The special aircraft will carry the First Team to their next match scheduled in Hong Kong on 30 May 2025 as part of its Post-Season Tour in Asia, showcasing a bold design that merges the airline's iconic Malaysia flag livery with Manchester United's iconic red - symbolising the shared values of passion, pride, and global unity.
DCT and Rotana Unveil Summer Campaign to Drive Regional Tourism
Building on the strategic collaboration announced at Arabian Travel Market 2025, the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Rotana, the Middle East’s leading hospitality company, have now unveiled the first phase of their joint initiative to boost summer tourism to the emirate. This partnership aims to address seasonal travel lulls and strengthen Abu Dhabi’s positioning as a dynamic, year-round destination. With Rotana’s strong regional appeal and global loyalty network, the collaboration is primed to drive bookings across Abu Dhabi’s diverse source markets, particularly the GCC.
WTA - Award Winning Ha Nam Province hosts 2025 Conference on Investment and Tourism Development
On the morning of May 30, at the Vesak International Conference Center, Tam Chuc Tourist Area (Ba Sao Ward, Kim Bang Town), the Provincial People's Committee held a conference to promote investment in tourism development in Ha Nam province in 2025 with the theme "Ha Nam - Connecting and spreading".
Escape to Paradise with the Indigo Lotus Package at The Slate Phuket
Immerse yourself in a world of indulgence, mystery, and beauty with the exclusive Indigo Lotus Package at The Slate Phuket. Inspired by the hit HBO series The White Lotus, this one-of-a-kind resort experience transports you to a realm of luxurious comfort, stunning landscapes, and unforgettable adventures, but without any murder or scandals.
Lisbon Gets Into the Swing for National Golf Day
With National Golf Day approaching on 4 October, now is the perfect time for golf enthusiasts to start planning a trip to Lisbon to celebrate this beloved sport. Boasting over 20 golf courses across the Lisbon region, the destination offers unparalleled variety, stunning scenery and mild weather, making it the ultimate golfing getaway. To mark National Golf Day, the Lisbon Tourism Association highlights three exceptional 9-hole courses that provide a perfect mix of challenge, beauty and accessibility:
Celebrating World Reef Day: A Reflection on Conservation and Our Oceans
Every year on June 1st, people around the globe come together to observe World Reef Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the critical role coral reefs play in our ecosystem and the urgent need to protect them. This annual event serves as a poignant reminder of the beauty, diversity, and significance of coral reefs, as well as the threats they face from human activities and climate change.
Hilton Plans to Expand Caribbean Footprint
Today, global hospitality leader Hilton announced the signing of Elephant Tree Resort and Villas Tobago, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. Expected to open in 2028, this exciting development marks the arrival of the Tapestry Collection by Hilton brand in Tobago. As part of Tapestry Collection by Hilton, the resort will join a distinguished global lineup of nearly 160 independent Tapestry Collection hotels, each celebrated for its unique, vibrant personality and incorporation of local elements and experiences.
Spain's tourism sector could exceed €260 billion by 2025, according to WTTC
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) forecasts that by 2025 the travel and tourism sector in Spain could reach a new all-time high, with an estimated contribution of €260.5 billion to GDP, equivalent to almost 16% of the national economy. According to the latest Economic Impact Research (EIR), prepared by WTTC in collaboration with Oxford Economics, these forecasts reinforce the role of tourism as one of the country's main economic drivers, with an estimated year-on-year increase of 4.7%.
Celebrate Great Outdoors Month in Coastal Mississippi
As the sun shines longer and the temperatures climb, Coastal Mississippi is calling adventurers, beach lovers, and nature enthusiasts to celebrate Great Outdoors Month this June. The month-long celebration known as Great Outdoors Month encourages travelers to get outside and enjoy America's public land, parks, natural resources, and more. With 62 miles of pristine shoreline, scenic trails, and endless open-air experiences, visiting the Mississippi Gulf Coast offers the perfect backdrop to enjoy the outdoor-travel-driven month dedicated to fresh air and unforgettable moments.
Diriyah Company Partners with Kakao Mobility to Develop Cutting-Edge Mobility Solutions
Diriyah Company, the master developer behind the iconic Diriyah giga project, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with South Korea’s Kakao Mobility, a global leader in innovative mobility solutions. The MoU sets the stage for developing and deploying cutting-edge mobility technologies within the first phase of Diriyah, a flagship sub-project under the broader Diriyah master plan.