Tourism News
Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom Announces Opening Dates for Iron Menace
The Northeast’s highly anticipated, first-ever dive roller coaster Iron Menace is ready for a dynamic event spanning two weekends prior to the Grand Opening of Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom on May 10, 2024.
Gulfstream G700 Earns FAA Certification
All-New G700 Certified with Even More Performance Enhancements
Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic Comes Back to Miami
Public Event to Be Held at the JW Marriott Marquis on April 3, with Exclusive Experiences and Insights into the Country’s Tourism Scene
ALLEGIANT REPORTS FEBRUARY 2024 TRAFFIC
Allegiant Travel Company has reported preliminary passenger traffic results for February 2024.
Qatar Airways Successfully Concludes its Six Month Expo 2023 Doha Journey
Qatar Airways, the Official Strategic Partner of Expo 2023 Doha, has closed an eventful six months at Expo 2023 Doha with resounding success. This edition of the MENA region’s largest horticultural exhibition raised climate and desertification awareness through various exhibition stands, panel discussions and public activities.
United Makes It Easier for Customers Who Use Wheelchairs to Book Flights
United Airlines has launched a new digital tool on its app and united.com that makes it easier for customers who use wheelchairs to find flights that can best accommodate the specific dimensions of their personal mobility device. The airline also announced that eligible customers may seek a refund of the fare difference if a customer needs to pay more for a flight that can accommodate their wheelchair. Last year, United and United Express together carried more than 200,000 checked wheelchairs.
Alaska Airlines welcomes STARLUX Airlines to Seattle
One of Alaska Airlines’ newest global partners, STARLUX Airlines, announced today it will begin new nonstop service this summer between our hometown airport in Seattle and Taipei. STARLUX’s inaugural flight from Seattle is scheduled for Aug.16.
SIX BRAND-NEW RIADS TO OPEN AT KASBAH TAMADOT IN JULY
Virgin Hotels Collection is pleased to announce the opening of six brand new Riads at Sir Richard Branson’s magical retreat nestled in the Atlas Mountains, Kasbah Tamadot, from 1 July 2024. Furthermore, the hotel, synonymous for its incredible Berber hospitality, will re-open in its entirety on 15th October 2024, following a period of partial closure and restorations in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that occurred in the region last year, with riad and hotel bookings now open.
Visit Visalia Recognizes Autism Awareness Month in April
Visalia, the nation’s first Certified Autism Destination, recognizes Autism Awareness month in April. Visit Visalia and local tourism partners will highlight Visalia’s initiative: Every day is autism acceptance day in our community. A recent survey conducted by Autism Travel (https://autismtravel.com/) shows that 78% of parents with an autistic child do not travel, but 94% would be more likely to if autism certified options were available.
Discover BIJAL Resorts: Where Luxury and Play Unite on Turkey’s Riviera
Gürok Group, renowned for its luxurious JOALI Maldives and JOALI BEING properties, introduces its latest brand, BIJAL Resorts, with an ultra-luxury villa resort in the Antalya Province of Turkey. BIJAL Resorts combines Turkish hospitality with the ultra-luxury experience offered by Gürok Group’s previous ventures.
Althoff St. James’s Hotel & Club Launches ‘Girlcation’ Experience in Collaboration with Duck & Dry
Althoff St. James’s Hotel & Club in Mayfair has partnered with Duck & Dry, London’s premier blow dry bar, to offer a unique ‘girlcation’ experience. This package includes a blow dry or updo and express nails at Duck & Dry’s Mayfair salon, followed by an overnight stay at Althoff St. James’s Hotel & Club.
NH Collection Maldives Havodda Welcomes Marlon Abeyakoon as General Manager
Minor Hotels has appointed Marlon Abeyakoon as the General Manager of NH Collection Maldives Havodda, marking the debut of the NH Collection brand in a non-urban destination. With over 25 years of luxury hospitality and rebranding expertise, Abeyakoon brings a wealth of experience from prestigious global brands like Kerzner, Hilton, and Marriott