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Riu Party events make their debut in Spain
The Riu Buenavista, located in Tenerife, became the first RIU hotel in Spain to include Riu Party events as part of its entertainment programme after the first bash was held in January. Since then, customers have been able to enjoy the White Party and Neon Party events held on alternate Fridays.
UK to Introduce Travel Authorisation Requirement in November 2023
The United Kingdom authorities have announced that the country will introduce a travel authorisation requirement – the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) – in November 2023, but this will not apply to EU nationals until next year.
Elite Havens responds to the return of destination weddings and other special events
Elite Havens responds to the return of destination weddings and other special events, adding four new villas in Thailand and Indonesia for breathtaking celebrations in stunning locations
Warm up during the holidays with expanded Delta service to the Caribbean, Latin America and Mexico
Delta will operate its largest-ever holiday schedule to Latin America, offering more than 25,000 daily outbound seats to 44 destinations, with added flying from multiple U.S. hubs.
easyJet launches flights for the first time to Istanbul
easyJet has announced a new route to Istanbul in Turkey from Manchester which will take off this summer. This will be the first time the airline will operate to the Istanbul Airport in Turkey’s largest city, which becomes the 156th destination on easyJet’s extensive short-haul network spanning Europe, North Africa and the Middle East.
QANTAS AND JETSTAR CUSTOMERS GIVEN MORE TIME TO USE COVID CREDITS
Qantas and Jetstar are giving customers an extra 12 months to use their COVID credits, which are a carry-over from the unprecedented upheaval to borders and travel during the pandemic.
South African Airways (SAA) is aware of the planned national shutdown protest action on 20 March
South African Airways (SAA) is aware of the planned national shutdown protest action on 20 March 2023.
China Airlines Introduces Trendy Podcast Programming for In-Flight Entertainment
China Airlines has announced that it has partnered with “SoundOn”, the No.1 brand in the Taiwanese audio industry, to launch all-new high-quality podcast programming for in-flight entertainment systems. Travelers can now listen to a wide variety of channels on different intellectual topics while in the sky. Programs such as international finance and economy, travel and culture, lifestyle and sustainability will take your ears on a different journey when you fly with China Airlines
WTM Latin America presents the 15 finalists for the Responsible Tourism Award
The third edition had 66 entries for the award that recognises the most inspiring and replicable initiatives in sustainable and responsible tourism in the region
First Hyatt Hotel Debuts in San Luis Potosí, Mexico
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the opening of Hyatt Regency San Luis Potosí, marking the first Hyatt property in the central state of Mexico. The 134-room hotel is a timeless addition to San Luis Potosí, offering seamless and stress-free experiences to business and leisure travelers in the most exclusive area of the city.
Tribute Portfolio Sparks New Perspectives in the Seychelles With the Opening of laïla, Seychelles
Tribute Portfolio – part of Marriott Bonvoy’s growing collection of characterful, independent hotels, welcomes its latest addition with the opening of laïla, Seychelles, a Tribute Portfolio Resort.
VIKING ANNOUNCES NEW RIVER VOYAGE FOR 2024: “PARIS & D-DAY 80th ANNIVERSARY”
Viking® has announced its new Paris & D-Day 80th Anniversary voyage for the 2024 European river season. With departure dates running from March through November 2024, the special 12-day voyage from London to Paris will commemorate Operation Overlord and the historic battles of Normandy, which took place nearly 80 years ago and served as the catalyst to the liberation of Western Europe from German occupation.