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Launch of the first Registry Collection by Wyndham Hotels & Resorts in Jarabacoa, Dominican Republic
FITUR - Alterra Village and Grupo De Valle have announced plans to develop the first Registry Collection hotels and residences. The announcement was made during the International Tourism Trade Fair (FITUR), an important milestone that will make Jarabacoa a world-renowned destination.
THE FIRST EVER FIVE-STAR HOTEL DEDICATED TO IMMERSIVE DISNEY ROYAL STORIES OPENS
Disneyland Paris reopens the doors of its landmark hotel following a complete transformation. The royally reimagined Disneyland Hotel invites all guests – especially children – to experience an immersive journey into royal Disney stories combined with unparalleled hospitality, fine dining and uniquely Disney entertainment.
ROYAL CARIBBEAN AND LIONEL MESSI CELEBRATE ICON OF THE SEAS, A NEW ERA OF VACATIONS
Less than a week shy of Royal Caribbean International’s 55th anniversary, the world’s largest cruise line and world-renowned sports icon Lionel Messi – The Icon of Icon – officially debuted the all-new Icon of the Seas at a standout naming celebration in Miami.
Jamaica to Host 2nd Global Tourism Resilience Conference in Tourism Capital
Plans are in full force for the highly anticipated second staging of the Global Tourism Resilience Conference in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Taking place over a two-day period, the Global Tourism Resilience Conference will include panel discussions, networking opportunities, presentations and lively debates on matters of building resilience in tourism. This group of experts in their collective fields will gather to collaboratively discuss issues that are central to future-proofing travel and tourism to various disruptions moving forward.
World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards & The Sustainable Hospitality Alliance Partner
World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards (WSTHA) and The Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (The Alliance) have unveiled a landmark partnership to recognise the torch bearers of sustainable tourism. The Alliance will help steer the WSTHA programme, including serving on its new Advisory Board. The announcement, made at Fitur 2024, comes ahead of the inaugural WSTHA Ceremony in Belize on 27 September 2024.
Minor Hotels Appoints Vijay Krishnan-Vazhvelil as VP of Operations to Drive Expansion
Minor Hotels has named Vijay Krishnan-Vazhvelil as Vice President – Operations, India, effective from December 21, 2023. In this newly created role, Krishnan-Vazhvelil will play a vital part in Minor Hotels’ expansion efforts in India, particularly in launching the group’s first Anantara property in Jaipur and fostering growth across the country.
Qantas Unveils Engaging New Safety Video Featuring Global Destinations
Qantas is set to launch an innovative onboard safety video in 2024, replacing the previous Qantas Centenary-themed video that has been in use since 2020. This new video takes passengers on a captivating journey through key safety information using footage from unique destinations across the globe.
Emirates Expands Premium Economy Service between Melbourne and Dubai
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has announced the introduction of an additional Premium Economy service on its Melbourne to Dubai route, starting from February 1, 2024. This comes after the successful launch of the Premium Economy cabin on daily services in April 2023.
IHG’s voco Brand Partners with Kleindienst Group’s ‘voco Monaco Dubai’
The Kleindienst Group’s flagship project, ‘The Heart of Europe,’ has joined forces with IHG Hotels & Resorts to operate the ‘Côte d’Azur Monaco Hotel’ at The Heart of Europe in Dubai under the globally acclaimed voco brand, now known as ‘voco Monaco Dubai.’ Starting in Q1 2024, the French Riviera-inspired 198-room hotel will offer premium comfort and distinctive charm, featuring entertainment concepts and music artists, making it the first adults-only hotel on a Dubai island.
Peppa Pig Goes to Legoland: Denmark Introduces the World’s First Lego Duplo Peppa Pig Area
On March 23rd, LEGOLAND® Billund will open its gates for a new season and invite guests to experience a new addition under license by leading toy and game company Hasbro - the LEGO® DUPLO® PEPPA PIG™ Playground. The playground spans 1.500 square meters and will be the world’s first area offering the delightfully unexpected combination of LEGO DUPLO and PEPPA PIG, in connection with the two brands collaborating on a new LEGO DUPLO series set to hit stores this year.
Marriott Expands Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy Brand Globally with New Developments
Marriott International is expanding its Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy brand, with development agreements signed in the United States, Italy, and Saudi Arabia. This announcement follows the recent opening of Marriott’s first Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy property in Puerto Rico.
During February, Jamaica comes alive with the sound of reggae
During February, Jamaica comes alive with the sound of reggae, in a celebration of all things related to the music genre intrinsic to the island’s vibrant culture. From Reggae Month festival to Bob Marley’s Birthday, and the premiere of the Bob Marley: One Love biopic on 14th February, there is no better time for travellers to retrace the footsteps of the reggae royalty to forge a deeper connection with his story.