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SAUDI TOURISM AUTHORITY SIGNS AGREEMENT TO BECOME ‘GLOBAL TRAVEL PARTNER’ AT WTM LONDON
Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) signed an agreement to collaborate with RX Global, the organizer of WTM, on a two-year partnership for the World Travel Market (WTM) Portfolio
Belfast City Airport Expands Sunshine Routes with New Alicante Flights in 2024
Belfast City Airport has announced plans to introduce new flights to Alicante in the summer of 2024, operated by easyJet. The service will commence on May 24, 2024, with flights scheduled for Thursdays and Sundays. The addition of this European summer destination marks significant growth for Belfast City Airport, which has been expanding its partnership with easyJet in recent years.
OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels Offers Up to 40% Off in 2023 Cyber Sale
OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels has launched its 2023 cyber sale, offering up to 40% off resort and hotel rates at its global beachfront properties in locations like the Maldives, Thailand, Mauritius, Fiji, and Hawaii. The sale is available to the public from November 22 to December 4, 2023, with early access for OUTRIGGER DISCOVERY members from November 6.
Marriott’s Luxury Collection Expands to Greece’s Dodecanese Islands with Patmos Aktis Renovation
Marriott International has signed an agreement to introduce The Luxury Collection to Greece’s Dodecanese Islands through the renovation of Patmos Aktis Suites & Spa. Expected to open in the summer of 2024, Patmos Aktis, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Greece will be the exclusive luxury resort on Patmos Island, known for its serene landscapes and spiritual ambiance.
St. Regis Debuts Luxury Resort in Morocco’s Tamuda Bay
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy, has announced the opening of The St. Regis La Bahia Blanca Resort, Tamuda Bay, marking its entry into Morocco. Developed by Eagle Hills and designed by Smallwood, the resort offers a luxurious retreat on Tamuda Bay’s Mediterranean coast.
Qatar Airways to Showcase State-of-the-Art Aircraft at Dubai Airshow 2023
Qatar Airways is gearing up to make a significant presence at the upcoming Dubai Airshow 2023, scheduled from November 13 to 17, 2023, at Dubai World Centre. The airline plans to reaffirm its position as a global aviation pioneer by presenting its cutting-edge aircraft, including the Boeing B787-9, Airbus A350-1000, and Gulfstream G650ER.
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WTTC first-of-a-kind report reveals DEIB efforts in Travel & Tourism
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has unveiled its first-ever global Travel & Tourism report focussing on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) during its Global Summit, taking place in Kigali.
Celebrate Christmas in Style with Universal Resorts Maldives
Experience the Magic of Christmas at Dhigali, Kuramathi or Velassaru Resorts; embrace the joy of the festive season like never before as Universal Resorts Maldives invites you to experience an enchanting Christmas and New Year’s celebration at one of their stunning resorts.
Cap Maison Is the First Hotel in Saint Lucia to Be Invited to Join Relais & Châteaux
Cap Maison, the luxury boutique resort and spa in Saint Lucia announces that it has become a Relais & Châteaux Hotel. It is the first establishment on the island to join the coveted association and is one of only a handful in the Caribbean.
TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS CELEBRATES NON-STOP VIRGIN ATLANTIC FLIGHT
The Turks and Caicos Islands is celebrating Virgin Atlantic’s twice-weekly, non-stop flight from London to Providenciales.
250,000 UK & Ireland Visitors in 2025 is the New Target, says Minister of Tourism
Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett, CD, MP, has set a new target to welcome 250,000 visitors out of the United Kingdom (UK) and Ireland by 2025. This follows on the heels of Jamaica being the number one Caribbean destination among British travellers last year.
HAKKASAN OPENS AT MANDARIN ORIENTAL BOSPHORUS, ISTANBUL
Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus, Istanbul welcomes Hakkasan to its urban resort. The award-winning restaurant will add to the rich dining experiences that guests can savour while enjoying scenic views of the Bosphorus from one of Istanbul’s most picturesque locations.