Tourism News Page 593
DENVER ADVANCES AS ONE OF THREE FINALISTS TO HOST 2030 GAY GAMES
On Wednesday the Federation of Gay Games (FGG) announced Denver as one of three international finalists to host the 2030 Gay Games. This incredible achievement marks the penultimate step towards bringing the world’s premier LGBTQ+ sporting and cultural event to Colorado. Denver will now compete with Perth, Australia, and Auckland, New Zealand to win the rights to host 2030 Gay Games XIII.
Avelo Airlines Enters December Holiday Travel Season As America’s Most Reliable Airline
Avelo Airlines announced today it is leading the industry in operational reliability heading into the busy December holiday travel season. Year-to-date, Avelo ranks #1 in on-time performance and is achieving the lowest flight cancellation rate in the U.S. airline industry. These results are provided by Anuvu, a leading third-party aviation data services company also utilized by The Wall Street Journal for the publication’s annual airline ranking. Anuvu’s complete industry results and rankings are available at AveloAir.com.
Nader Sculpture Park Officially Opens in Miami Design District During Miami Art Week
The highly anticipated Nader Sculpture Park has officially opened its doors in the heart of the Miami Design District, marking a transformative moment for Miami as a global cultural destination. Coinciding with the vibrant Miami Art Week, this new landmark is already a key highlight of this year’s Art Basel celebrations, drawing art enthusiasts, collectors, and visitors from around the world.
DART DEEPENS INVESTMENT IN ANGUILLA WITH ACQUISITION OF ZEMI BEACH HOUSE
Dart today announced the addition of the Zemi Beach House Anguilla to its hotel portfolio. Dart acquired the property from the Goldstein family of New York which developed and has operated the resort since its 2016 opening. Located on six-acres along the serene shores of Shoal Bay on Anguilla’s north coast, Zemi Beach House is known as an intimate boutique hideaway with 77 rooms and expansive amenities.
SEABOURN ANNOUNCES THE “SAIL OF THE YEAR” EVENT
Seabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury cruising and expedition travel, unveiled its exclusive annual “Sail of the Year” event, which features exceptional savings and benefits on select 2025 and 2026 worldwide ocean and expedition voyages on the line’s fleet of ultra-luxury ships. Available now until February 18, 2025, Seabourn’s “Sail of the Year” event includes the following exclusive benefits:
Four Seasons Expands Portfolio in Greece with Luxury Resort and Private Residences at Hinitsa Bay
Four Seasons, the world’s leading luxury hospitality and branded residential company, in partnership with Hinitsa Bay Holdings, announces plans for the redevelopment of a beachside property at Hinitsa Bay, Porto Heli, Greece into a luxury resort and private residences.
Alaska Airlines takes center stage as the official airline of Coachella and Stagecoach Festivals
Get ready for a first class festival experience and an unforgettable journey to the desert skies next spring! Alaska Airlines is excited to be named the official airline of Coachella and Stagecoach with its first-ever partnership. Alaska Airlines is your ticket to good vibes with the most flights to Palm Springs*, one of the closest airports to Indio, California—home to both music festivals. Coachella returns on April 11-13 and 18-20 followed by the ultimate country music party at Stagecoach on April 25-27-– explore the recently announced lineups now!
Cunard Unveils Transformative Makeover for Queen Elizabeth
Cunard is excited to announce an era-defining refurbishment of Queen Elizabeth, paving the way for her highly anticipated inaugural Caribbean program sailing from Miami and her debut Alaska season from Seattle in 2025.
Disneyland Resort to ‘Celebrate Happy’ in 2025 with 70th Anniversary and Limited-Time Events
Disneyland Resort announced the start date and experiences for its 70th anniversary celebration, along with the 2025 calendar of events and festivals coming to the resort. With a breadth of family fun to discover, guests can experience as much of the magic as possible with multi-day visits and overnight stays at the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort. Reflecting on a 70-year legacy, Disneyland Resort is also in an era of incredible growth with the launch of new offerings and further development in the future.
What’s New in the Balearic Islands for 2025
With 2025 around the corner, the Balearic archipelago is gearing up for the next year with exciting new hotel openings, hiking routes and cultural highlights to discover. Read on for the key developments across the popular tourist destinations of Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera.
Otelz.com Reveals the Underrated Destinations to Watch in Türkiye in 2025
Otelz.com, the leading hotel booking platform for holidays in Türkiye, today has revealed its list of lesser-known destinations that are set for a surge in 2025. With UK tourism booming in the country, Otelz has seen holiday bookings made by UK guests increase by a staggering 31% since 2023. Türkiye’s answer to Booking.com, Otelz is the country’s first global online travel agent and a trusted advocate of Turkish hospitality and tourism. In 2023, Otelz set out to bring its expertise to the UK market with the launch of its first UK-based office, and in 2024 alone, 1,500 new hotels joined the platform.
Reopening of Notre-Dame De Paris Cathedral celebrated at Disneyland Paris
Disneyland Paris is set to celebrate the highly anticipated reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral in a truly unforgettable way. Every evening from 5th December to 14th December, guests will be enchanted by “Disney ❤ Notre-Dame de Paris”, an all-new pre-show created to mark this historic occasion and paying tribute to one of France’s most cherished cultural landmarks. With stunning effects, guests are transported into the Charivari of the beloved 1996 Walt Disney Animation Studios film, The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Guided by Clopin, the mischievous narrator, guests discover a series of captivating scenes where cherished characters like Quasimodo and Esmeralda come to life to the rhythm of iconic songs.