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JAMAICA WINS CARIBBEAN HOTEL AND TOURISM ASSOCIATION DESTINATION RESILIENCE AWARD
Jamaica has been awarded the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association’s (CHTA’s) Destination Resilience Award for its recovery efforts during the COVID-19 Pandemic and tourism resilience-building initiatives.
Minister Bartlett Receives CHTA President’s Award for Caribbean Excellence in Tourism
Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett has been recognized for his stellar contribution to the regional tourism industry. The Minister received the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association’s prestigious President’s Award for Caribbean Excellence in Tourism during the Travel Forum and Awards luncheon held at Sandals Royal Barbados
Miral Destinations and Wego ink deal to promote Yas Island Kids Go Free summer campaign
Miral Destinations, the trusted one-stop trade and promotional partner for Yas Island and Saadiyat Island Abu Dhabi, has partnered with Wego, the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), to roll out joint marketing campaigns in 2023.
Oceania Cruises Officially Welcomes Vista, First of All-New Allura Class
Giada De Laurentiis, Celebrity Chef and Godmother to Vista, Christens Line’s First Ship in More Than a Decade; Acclaimed Musician Harry Connick, Jr. Delivers Unforgettable Performance at Portside Gala Ceremony in Valletta, Malta
Dusit Hotels and Resorts welcomes three new hotels to its fast-growing portfolio
Dusit Hotels and Resorts under Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, is set to expand its global and domestic footprint by opening three hotels within the next 30 days – including two new properties in Bangkok and its first hotel in Japan.
SWISS dedicates an Airbus to the Viamala region
As part of its recent 20th anniversary celebrations, SWISS is currently naming 20 of its aircraft after Swiss tourist regions. Following a competition, the Viamala region in Canton Graubünden has won one of the coveted spots.
Steve Johnson Named Vice Chair and Chief Strategy Officer of American Airlines
American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ: AAL) announced today that Stephen Johnson has been named Vice Chair and Chief Strategy Officer. In this expanded role, Johnson will lead and help shape American’s strategic efforts and initiatives across the enterprise and have responsibility for American Eagle and American Airlines Cargo.
Radisson Hotel Group strengthens its presence in Turkey
Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the opening of its second hotel and second Radisson Individuals property in Eskişehir, Nova Vista Eskisehir Centrum Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals.
Alaska Airlines names a new vice president of strategy, analytics and transformation
Alaska Airlines has promoted Tiffany DeHaan to vice president of strategy, analytics and transformation. DeHaan assumes the role currently held by Sandy Stelling, who will retire from Alaska Airlines in July after 23 years.
TDF, Shada to set up 110-key boutique hotel in Jeddah
Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Development Fund (TDF) has signed a key finance agreement with Shada Real Estate Development and Investment Company to set up a 4-star boutique hotel featuring 110 hotel rooms in Jeddah.
Redefinition of Tourism Post COVID Needed to Accelerate Growth in the Region
Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett has urged regional tourism stakeholders to redefine the industry in what can now be described as the new post-COVID era.
Ryanair Places Its Biggest Boeing Order for up to 300 737 MAX Jets
Deal includes 150 firm orders and 150 options for 737-10 model Selection of largest 737 MAX jet helps Ryanair expand business with more seats and better environmental performance