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Emirates and the Great Britain SailGP Team announce three-year partnership
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, and the Great Britain SailGP Team, one of the world’s most successful sailing teams, today have announced a three-year sponsorship deal. Under the agreement, Emirates will become the sailing team’s first-ever Title Sponsor starting with the race in Sydney on 18 and 19 February, 2023.
Discover an Elevated Spring Break Vacation at Four Seasons Resort Orlando
Spring break is just around the corner, and the warm spring sunshine and heated five-acre waterpark beckons families to enjoy an unforgettable getaway at Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort. Recognized as the No. 1 Best Hotel and No. 1 Best Resort in Walt Disney World according to U.S. News & World Report, marking the ninth consecutive year of being awarded a top ranking, the Resort offers incredible activities for kids of all ages and rejuvenating relaxation for parents.
Melbourne Welcomes Visitors to Experience its Extravagant Events Season
This March, Melbourne welcomes visitors back to participate in its exciting events season featuring a wide variety of entertainment offerings with distinguished talent from around the globe. Among the top events on the schedule this year include the world-renowned Melbourne Food & Wine Festival (March 24-30) and Formula 1® Australian Grand Prix (March 30-April 2).
Trip.com launches TripGen: Your Real-Time Travel Guide
Trip.com has launched TripGen, a chatbot designed to provide travellers with live assistance through cutting-edge AI technology. Trip.com implemented this technology to enable users to receive tailored travel routes, itineraries and travel booking advice in real time on the Trip.com platform.
ANA partners with Amadeus to migrate all domestic flights to Altéa Passenger Service System
All Nippon Airways (ANA) is taking a significant step through an extended partnership with Amadeus. The renewed deal will continue to see the Amadeus Altéa Passenger Service System (PSS) support all ANA international flights across reservation, inventory, ticketing, and departure control.
Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo Unveils Exclusive “Ultimate Sakura Experience” Package
Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo has launched the Ultimate Sakura Experience, an exclusive package to celebrate the arrival of spring and the blooming of the cherry blossoms. This new offering will provide guests with an authentic taste of Japanese culture through delightfully curated experiences, delectable culinary creations and a rejuvenating spa treatment.
Marriott’s Element and Le Méridien Brands Open Dual-Branded Hotel in Salt Lake City, Utah
Element Hotels and Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts – part of Marriott Bonvoy®’s extraordinary portfolio of 30 brands, together with The Ritchie Group and Garn Development, Utah-based commercial real estate development companies, announce the opening of Le Méridien Salt Lake City Downtown and Element Salt Lake City Downtown.
KLM Expands Air/Rail Product with Additional Seats on Thalys Trains
KLM has purchased additional seats on four Thalys trains for transfer passengers travelling between Amsterdam and Brussels this summer. The extra seats form part of KLM’s efforts to scale down its four daily flights still operated between Amsterdam and Brussels. The extended air/rail product will be available from 26 March.
Hilton Signs Agreement to Open Palacio de Godoy Cáceres, Curio Collection by Hilton in Spain
Hilton has announced the signing of Palacio de Godoy Cáceres, Curio Collection by Hilton, following a franchise agreement with Scipion Real Estate and management company Panoram Hotel Management. Located in Cáceres’ old town and occupying one of the city’s former palaces, the hotel marks the continued development of Curio Collection by Hilton hotels in historic European buildings.
WTTC and Oxford Economics Report Positive Recovery Signs for South African Travel and Tourism Sector
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has today (15/02/2023) revealed positive signs of recovery for the South African Travel & Tourism sector with travellers heading back to its major cities.
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL RIYADH AT KINGDOM CENTRE ACHIEVES FORBES TRAVEL GUIDE’S FIVE STAR AWARD 2023
Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh, has been recognized by the world-renowned Forbes Travel Guide, the only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, and spas, with a prestigious 2023 Five-Star Hotel Award, marking the first year the Hotel, to have been honored with this designation.
World Premiere of Disney100: The Exhibition Opens at The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia
Disney100: The Exhibition, created for the 100-year celebration of The Walt Disney Company, makes its world debut at The Franklin Institute on Saturday, February 18, 2023.