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Cruise Saudi’s CEO Lars Clasen was awarded ‘Executive of the Year
Cruise Saudi’s CEO Lars Clasen was awarded ‘Executive of the Year – Tourism’ at the Middle East Management Excellence Awards ceremony in Dubai
European Aviation Sector Unites to Enhance Efficiency and Sustainability for all Europeans
Associations representing the European aviation sector today adopted a joint industry declaration announcing their intention to make Europe the most efficient and environmentally friendly sky to fly in the world.
Hilton Expands Presence in Lisbon with Three New Hotels Under Different Brands
Canopy by Hilton and Hampton by Hilton to make brand debuts in Portugal in 2026 and 2025 respectively, with Duo Hotel Lisbon, Curio Collection by Hilton, set to open Spring 2024
VisitCanberra Commits to Boosting Capital’s Tourism Sustainability
VisitCanberra have entered a partnership with Ecotourism Australia, the peak body for sustainable and ecotourism in Australia, to grow and strengthen the nation capital’s sustainable tourism products and experiences.
Portugal Takes the Plunge: First Underwater Art Exhibition Off the Coast of Albufeira Unveiled
Less than two kilometres off Algarve’s coast of Albufeira, an exciting new underwater art exhibition has been revealed. The ‘EDP Art Reef’ project is the is the first of its kind
Minister Bartlett Renews Urgent Call for a Global Resilience Fund
In a compelling plea, Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has again urged the international community to urgently unite in establishing a Global Resilience Fund to aid in boosting tourism resilience.
Virgin, British Airways, easyJet and Wizz Air suspend Israel flights over safety fears
Virgin Atlantic and British Airways have suspended flights to and from Israel due to safety concerns, the airlines said on Wednesday.
Future thinking starts here
Future thinking starts here – The Sustainable Tourism Global Center gathers over 600 young people, from 100 countries, to be involved in the solutions to making tourism more sustainable
ETIHAD GUEST AND VISA RENEW THEIR EXCLUSIVE COBRAND PARTNERSHIP FOR SEVEN YEARS
Visa will continue to be the exclusive partner for all Etihad Guest branded cards in the UAE, providing unmatched benefits to the cardholders, and innovation in payment experience
CHOICE HOTELS EMEA UNVEILS FIRST HOTEL TO COMPLETE BRAND REFRESH AT THE COMFORT HOTEL PRAGUE
All Choice Hotel brands are being refreshed in EMEA with EMEA properties set to transition to new brand identities over the coming years
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts Announces Global Brand Evolution
InterContinental demonstrates its pioneering spirit while paying homage to its rich heritage, paving the way for the luxury traveller of tomorrow.
easyJet Partners with Airbus to Pioneer Carbon-Removal Initiative in Aviation Industry
easyJet has become the first airline in the world to sign a contract with Airbus for its carbon-removal initiative. Available through the Airbus Carbon Capture Offer, the technology uses Direct Air Carbon Capture and Storage (DACCS), to offer airlines worldwide carbon removal credits to advance their decarbonisation goals.