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Andy Murray wedding set to boost Scotland tourism
Tennis star Andy Murray is to marry Kim Sears in a special ceremony at his home town of Dunblane in Scotland today. VisitScotland has hailed the annual impact of the £80 million wedding tourism industry on the Scottish economy.
Etihad Airways returns to Indian Premier League with Mumbai Indians deal
Etihad Airways and Jet Airways will be the official airline partners and principal sponsors for the Pepsi Indian Premier League team, the Mumbai Indians, for the 2015 Twenty20 tournament. The announcement was made ahead of the Mumbai Indian’s first match against the Kolkata Knight Riders in West Bengal tomorrow. It will be the second consecutive year that Etihad Airways and Jet Airways have partnered with the Mumbai Indians, which has become one of the largest sports brands in India and followed by millions of cricket fans around the world.
Accor signs on as accommodation partner for French Open at Roland Garros
Accor is to become an official supplier to Roland Garros for the next three editions of the French Open. As part of this partnership, the hotel group will have a reception area in the partners’ Village during the tournament, which will this year take place from May 24th-June 7th. This will enable it to welcome many partners and investors from around the world.
Meydan Hotel prepares for Dubai World Cup
The Dubai World Cup is widely considered one of the most anticipated events of the year in the glittering Emirate of UAE, as well as the richest day of thoroughbred racing in the world. This year, the Meydan Racecourse is hosting the 20th anniversary of the Dubai World Cup, and guests can enjoy world-class racing action at The Meydan Hotel. A true destination hotel, The Meydan Hotel boasts unrivalled views of the racetrack from either the grandstand or from the comfort of the hotel’s elegant dining venues.
The Els Club Teluk Datai recognised by World Golf Awards
Ernie Els’ Malaysian masterpiece, The Els Club Teluk Datai, has been named the ‘World’s Best New Golf Course’ at the inaugural World Golf Awards, hosted in Portugal. Just two weeks after its official grand opening, the four-time Major winner’s stunning Langkawi layout, which sits amidst a tropical rainforest stretching to the shores of the Andaman Sea, scooped the much-coveted accolade, voted upon by golf travel executives and members of the media.
Etihad Airways welcomes English cricket team to loyalty programme
Etihad Airways has presented the England Cricket team with their personal Etihad Guest Gold cards, giving the players exclusive benefits and rewards from the airline’s award-winning loyalty program. The Abu Dhabi-based airline, official airline partner of the England and Wales Cricket Board, gave captain Alastair Cook and the England players the coveted Gold cards before the team set off on their tour to Sri Lanka.
Didier Drogba joins Lionel Messi in latest Turkish Airlines advertising campaign
Turkish Airlines has teamed up with international football stars Didier Drogba and Lionel Messi for its new ‘Widen your World’ global advertising campaign. The campaign will use TV, cinema, press, digital, outdoor media and social media. The commercial is centred on being ‘culturally curious’ and explores the concept that food is the only true way to experience different cultures.
Beckham launches Haig Club to international travellers
Diageo has announced the worldwide launch of its new single grain Scotch whisky, Haig Club. The distinctive and sophisticated new whisky, developed in partnership with global icon David Beckham and British entrepreneur Simon Fuller will now be available in bars, restaurants and retail stores in the United Kingdom
Sochi International Airport starts to welcome F1 Grand Prix guests
Basel Aero, a part of Russia’s largest industrial diversified group Basic Element, has announced that Sochi International Airport, a main gateway to the upcoming Russian Formula 1 Grand Prix, is planning to serve over 114,000 arriving and departing passengers on October 6th-13th. Sochi International Airport is expecting to serve 114,240 arriving and departing passengers from 30 countries on board over 730 flights including up to 300 private jets.
Formula 1 jets into Russia ahead of inaugural Grand Prix
Basel Aero, a part of Russia’s industrial diversified group Basic Element, has welcomed three cargo jets carrying Formula One race cars to the Sochi International Airport from Japanese Nagoya. A 130-ton cargo consisting of Formula One race cars, spare parts and racing equipment was dispatched to Sochi International Airport, a main gateway to the upcoming Russian Grand Prix race via three cargo jets.
Quito set to welcome sporting elite to Ecuador
Quito has confirmed it will host two large international sports tournaments over the next months. With the intention of becoming a reference city in terms of event management, the capital of Ecuador will be home for the PGA Latin American Tour in September and for the ATP 250 Tournament next January, 2015.
Kuoni begins UEFA Euro 2016 preparations
As the first qualifying matches for the UEFA Euro 2016 final tournament kicked off at the weekend, a new website is helping successful teams find the best training grounds and nearby accommodation. Launched by UEFA and Kuoni, the official UEFA Euro 2016 accommodation agency, the new website, capitalises on France’s position as the world’s number one tourist destination and its network of hotels catering for all budgets and tastes.