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Celebrate the Season: Festive Events and Experiences in Coastal Mississippi
As winter approaches, Coastal Mississippi is excited to invite all travelers to experience its 62 miles of shorelines as they transform into a breathtaking holiday destination. From Southern coastal charm to the beauty of the Gulf Islands and more, Coastal Mississippi offers a variety of festive events and unique winter experiences to accommodate everything from families to solo travelers.
Motel 6 and Studio 6 Launch “Motel 6Giving” Sale for Holiday and New Year Travel
More than a quarter of Americans celebrating winter holidays this season will stay in a hotel, so Motel 6 and Studio 6 are offering travelers affordable lodging into the new year with the launch of its “Motel 6Giving” sale. To access the most savings, including 12% off of the best available rate and My6 Marketplace deals for up to 50% off on Walmart+ membership and more, consumers should first join the free My6 program:
Award-winning Actress Hannah Waddingham Brings the Magic of “The Love Boat” Back to Life
Princess Cruises is setting sail on a wave of nostalgia and star power with its new global advertising campaign, “Love Boat by Hannah,” featuring Ted Lasso’s Emmy-winning actress and musical theater sensation Hannah Waddingham. Bringing her powerhouse vocals and signature charm, Waddingham reintroduces audiences to one of TV’s most recognizable theme songs: The Love Boat.
Tobiano Golf Course named the best in Canada for the fourth time in five years
Tobiano Golf Course has once again been recognized as the best course in the country — again. The picturesque track that runs alongside Kamloops Lake was named the best course in Canada at the 2024 World Golf Awards, held in Portugal.
Portugal wins Best Golf Destination titles for 3rd year running
Portugal has won the award for “Best Golf Destination in the World” at the World Golf Awards 2024 in Funchal, and has also scooped the prize for “Best Golf Destination in Europe” for the third year running. The announcement came this afternoon, with Turismo de Portugal attributing the country’s success “to the integrated tourist experience, good air and land accessibility, exceptional hospitality, high-quality sports and hotel infrastructures that cater for different profiles of players (whether professionals or amateurs), and excellent value for money.”
Fairways and FunDays win big at World Golf Awards
Irish based Fairways and FunDays was awarded the title of World’s Best Golf Tour Operator at the prestigious World Golf Awards held in Madeira last night. This marks the first time an Irish company has won this award, surpassing some of the biggest names in global golf tourism. The World Golf Awards 2024 programme, celebrating its 11th Anniversary, received a record number of votes. The award results followed a year-long search for the world’s best golf tourism and hospitality brands, with votes from golf industry professionals and consumers alike.
Las Vegas Lights Up with Holiday Cheer, Featuring Dazzling Festive Events & Entertainment
In Las Vegas, the holiday season shines brighter and the festive cheer rings louder. This year, the destination will glow throughout the holidays with breathtaking decoration displays, merry cocktails and one-of-a-kind festive experiences throughout the iconic Las Vegas Strip and beyond. Here’s how to enjoy the best of Vegas this holiday season:
2024 World Golf Award Winners: UAE Shines Across Multiple Categories
Trump International Dubai was named Best Par 3 Course at the 11th annual World Golf Awards while Yas Acres Abu Dhabi was voted World’s Best Nine Hole Course
Proud Milestone for Serapong Course
Sentosa Golf Club’s Serapong Course continues to be recognised as a premier golfing destination, capturing the titles of Singapore’s Best Golf Course and Asia’s Best Golf Course at the 2024 World Golf Awards. Additionally, Sentosa Golf Club was named Asia’s Best Eco-Friendly Golf Facility, further highlighting its on-going commitment to sustainable practices and environmental leadership within the golfing community. In May, the LIV Golf Singapore tournament on The Serapong, which is set to return in 2025 for the third consecutive year, saw American Brooks Koepka secure his fourth LIV Golf League victory, two strokes ahead of Australians Marc Leishman and Cameron Smith.
World Golf Awards announces best golf brands of 2024 at Madeira ceremony
World Golf Awards – the leading authority that recognises and rewards excellence in golf tourism – has unveiled this year’s top golf tourism organisations at its 11th annual Gala Ceremony in Madeira. Portugal enjoyed a strong showing, with the sun-blessed nation named ‘World’s Best Golf Destination’, and Terras da Comporta claiming ‘World’s Best Golf Course’.
Madeira welcomes global travel leaders for World Travel Awards Grand Final 2024
Madeira is making final preparations as it steps up to host the World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2024 on 24 November. The leaders of the global travel and tourism industry are gathering in the capital Funchal to find out who amongst them has been voted the industry’s best of the best.
Inaugural International MICE Summit (IMS) Convenes to Drive Business Events Sector’s Future in Saudi
The inaugural International MICE Summit (IMS24) will bring together over 1,000 global leaders from the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) industry between 15-17 December at Mohammed Bin Salman Nonprofit City (MISK) in Riyadh, hosted by the Saudi Conventions & Exhibitions General Authority (SCEGA).