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Rooms with a view – hotels embrace innovation
Hotel distribution was a recurring theme across the technology-focused sessions on the opening day of WTM London.
EXPO CITY DUBAI IS PROUD HOST OF COP28
A state-of-the-art ‘green’ destination that hosted the world for six months, Expo City Dubai is the proud host of COP28 – The Emirates Climate Conference with the UNFCCC
Travel brands should embrace technology but refine their products first
Fledgling travel brands were urged by an expert panel to put product before technology – but to quickly embrace the latter.
Saudi hotel chain Boudl Hotels and Resorts confirm plans to invest in Jamaica
Following a visit to Jamaica in July by a large delegation of Saudi Arabian government and business interests, one major participating Saudi investor has now confirmed with Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett that he is currently actively searching for a significant hotel investment on the island.
Big Best of Greece Showcase at World Travel Market in London
Greece is using the important World Travel Market (WTM) exhibit in London, the feature event for travel industry professionals, to promote its campaigns to keep tourists coming all year long.
Industry expects fewer flights as part of consumer demand for green travelA growing interest in gree
A growing interest in green travel from consumers will drive the industry’s efforts to address the climate emergency, according to the WTM Industry Report released today.
British travellers call on airports to get back to basics
Airport operators in the UK need to focus their attention on getting people onto their flights rather than trying to get them to go shopping, reveals research today (Monday 7 November) released by World Travel Market London.
Fly-and-flop remains most popular holiday choice for Brits
Beach breaks are still the number-one choice of UK holidaymakers, according to the latest Industry Report by World Travel Market London.
Scotland and Wales among world’s ‘most underrated’ destinations
Scotland and Wales have made it into the top-10 list of ‘most underrated destinations’ – as voted for by top executives in the travel industry.
New brand for Jamaica being revealed
The personality of the Jamaica brand is as big as a country. Everything they do as a brand reflects their culture. They are colorful. They are proud. They are magnetic. It’s their confidence in themselves that allows them to be so inviting. It’s in their nature to show the world rather than be shown up. A personality that sets them apart from any other destination.
Azores and Northern Greece top world’s ‘most underrated destinations’ list
The Azores and Northern Greece have made it into the top-10 list of ‘most underrated destinations’ – as voted for by top executives in the travel industry.
Family, friends and social media are key influences for travel decisions
Most holidaymaker choose their holiday destinations based on discussions with family and friends as well as influencers on social media platforms.