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Dubai and Abu Dhabi’s Travel & Tourism sector bounce back as international travelers return
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed positive signs of recovery for the Travel & Tourism sector in Dubai and Abu Dhabi as overseas travellers head back, providing a much-needed boost to economies across the country.
Four Seasons announces plans for new luxury hotel in heart of Taiwan’s capital
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, a global leader in luxury hospitality, and Yuan Lih Construction Co., Ltd., the developer that is part of Taipei-based Yuan Lih Group, announce plans for a new luxury hotel in the heart of Taiwan’s capital.
South African couple breaks Guinness World Record for longest underwater kiss
Global hospitality group The Lux Collective’s well-loved LUX* South Ari Atoll in the Maldives is the official resort host of South African-based conservation couple, Beth Neale and Miles Cloutier, who break the Guinness World Record for the longest underwater kiss to mark the Valentine’s Day 2023.
A natural wonder of Saint Lucia
Diamond Falls Botanical Gardens & Mineral Baths is located in historic Soufrière, Saint Lucia, W.I.
IHG Hotels & Resorts debuts its first Vignette Collection hotel in the Americas
IHG Hotels & Resorts celebrates the debut of Vignette Collection in the Americas with the opening of Yours Truly DC. Vignette Collection, the newest brand in IHG’s fast-growing Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio, is a family of distinct luxury hotels connected by a shared vision that travel can benefit local people and places. Nestled within Washington, D.C.‘s eclectic Dupont Circle, Yours Truly is a bohemian-inspired haven designed to feel like a warm, welcoming home.
80 Years of Ivalo Airport and 70 Years of Oulu Airport
This year, Finavia celebrates the major anniversaries of two of its airports. Ivalo and Oulu airports will celebrate their 80th and 70th anniversaries, respectively.
Discover Qatar’s Exclusive Transit Tour of State-of-the-Art Stadiums
Discover Qatar (DQ) has launched three new additions to its spectacular series of Transit Tours that highlight Qatar’s position as the principal destination for sports activities following the success of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™.
HOME OF LUXURY by ITB Makes In-Person Debut at World’s Largest Travel Trade Show
The HOME OF LUXURY by ITB is celebrating its in-person debut at the World’s Largest Travel Trade Show ITB Berlin. It offers luxury tourism buyers and providers a unique environment and features networking events and meetings in a special atmosphere as well as panels and lectures at the ITB Berlin Convention
PATA and Visa team up to support small and medium-sized tourism businesses
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is delighted to announce the start of a new collaboration with Visa to extend the Tourism Destination Resilience (TDR) Programme and continue to help build a more resilient and sustainable tourism industry.
AirAsia relaunches seven China destinations for 2023
As AirAsia returns to service stronger than ever post-pandemic, the airline is set to fly even higher with the relaunch of seven international destinations in China.
Finnair celebrates one year of innovative travel
Finnair are celebrating one year since the launch of their elevated long-haul experience, as they continue to bring innovation to the sky. Exactly a year ago, on 14 February 2022, the Nordic carrier Finnair brought its new spacious, long-haul look to the skies as the first refurbished A350 departed Helsinki.
SAINT LUCIA LAUNCHES NEW VISITOR EXPERIENCE: NATIONAL BAR EXPERIENCE
The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority (SLTA) has launched a new visitor experience called Kabawé Krawl. A nationally mapped bar trail, it is designed to promote the local nightlife, food and culture within Saint Lucia’s communities.