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Emirates recognised as 2025’s Most Recommended Global Brand by YouGov
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has topped the rankings as YouGov’s Most Recommended Global Brand for 2025, a testament to the airline’s longstanding ‘Fly Better’ promise. Emirates is the only airline to be featured on the global top 10 list.
IHG Launches First Kimpton Hotel in Indonesia
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s largest hotel groups, has signed a management agreement with PT Mustika Adiperkasa and GHS K.K to introduce the first Kimpton in Indonesia. Set to open its doors in early 2026, Kimpton Bali Ubud will also be the first IHG hotel to open in Bali’s cultural heart of Ubud as IHG continues to expand its luxury & lifestyle presence across the country.
Monarch hangar refurb to create 150 jobs at LLA
The operator and owner of London Luton Airport (LLA) are laying the foundation for up to 150 new jobs following an £11.5 million refurbishment programme that includes two new aircraft engineering and repair hangars and a new airport logistics consolidation centre. The new premises will be housed in previously vacant hangars, once owned by Monarch Airlines and acquired by LLA in February 2024.
AN ICON, REIMAGINED: Hotel Arts Barcelona Unveils its Vision of the Future
Hotel Arts Barcelona, Europe’s uniquely artistic urban resort known for its stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea and its impressive contemporary art collection, unveils its vision for the future that will further enhance its reputation as the gem of Barcelona’s skyline. The hotel embarked last year on a multi-phase, property-wide reimagining project that aims to create a contemporary oasis for tomorrow’s travellers while celebrating its rich history.
Singapore Airlines Group And Mandai Wildlife Group Team Up
The Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group and Mandai Wildlife Group have launched a three-year strategic partnership aimed at enhancing Singapore’s appeal as a top travel destination, co-creating customer experiences through exclusive privileges, and spotlighting the interesting yet crucial work of wildlife conservation for the planet. The collaboration champions Singapore’s vision of being a City in Nature with the Mandai Wildlife Reserve as a unique window to the wild.
Flying This Summer? GP Shares Must-Know Tips to Avoid Jet Lag, Dehydration and Discomfort
With summer holidays fast approaching, many of us are gearing up for trips abroad and long-haul flights. But the excitement of getting away can be dampened by the less glamorous side of travel: jet lag, blocked ears, dehydration and general in-flight discomfort.
Find Your ‘Pomalo’ in Croatia
As the peak tourism season begins, many start their summer vacations, so the Croatian National Tourist Board marks this occasion launching a promotional campaign called Find your “Pomalo”. The aim of the campaign is to introduce travel and vacation enthusiasts to a lifestyle defined by the escape from the loud, hectic and stressful everyday life, carried out exclusively via social networks; namely TikTok, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.
Gen Z Adults Driving Nostalgic Travel Trend With Curious Over 65s Choosing New Destinations
Gen Z and Millennial holidaymakers are fuelling the trend for nostalgic travel by returning to holiday destinations they visited as a child. A study of 2,000 holidaymakers aged 18 and over, commissioned by Jet2holidays, found that 82% of Gen Z and 75% of Millennial Brits have returned to a holiday spot from their childhood, compared to just 55% of those aged 65 and over. The research shows that older generations are more inclined to try new destinations, with 45% of those over 65 preferring to try new destinations compared to just 27% of nostalgic 18-24 year olds.
Ethiopian Airlines Begins New Passenger Service to Hanoi, Vietnam
Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest airline and one of the fastest-growing airline brands in the world, is pleased to announce the commencement of its new four-times-weekly passenger service to Hanoi, the vibrant capital of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. To mark this significant milestone, Ethiopian Airlines hosted an inaugural ceremony at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, attended by high-level government officials, diplomatic representatives, and executives of the airline, including Mr. Mesfin Tasew, Group CEO of Ethiopian Airlines.
Bona Vita Properties Launches Global Luxury Vacation Investment Platform
Bona Vita Properties, a luxury global vacation rental investment platform, has launched a new offering that provides accredited investors with access to passive income opportunities through co-ownership of fully managed vacation villas. Eliminating the complexity of traditional ownership, the platform simplifies access to the growing luxury short-term rental market.
Emirates Launches Seasonal Strawberry Menu Celebrating British Summer
Strawberry season has arrived and to celebrate the quintessential British summer fruit, Emirates is launching a new seasonal strawberry menu on flights between Dubai and the UK this July. Available from 14th to 31st July 2025, the special menu will follow Emirates’ Wimbledon-themed offering and continue the celebration of British seasonal flavours. Featuring a curated selection of dishes showcasing the versatility and freshness of British strawberries, the bespoke menu will be served across all cabin classes.
Sandals® Resorts Commits to More ‘Future Goals’ for Curaçao Youth with Multi-Year Extension with AFC
AFC Ajax, Sandals Resorts and the Sandals Foundation today announced a renewed commitment of their impactful Future Goals program in Curaçao, continuing their partnership through June 2028. This commitment will open the door for even more schoolchildren to benefit from Future Goals – a transformative program that uses soccer as a gateway to teach environmental responsibility, teamwork, and creative problem-solving.