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Next-gen ancillaries could save airlines from post-summer yield plunge, says InterLnkd
With inflation squeezing customers and airlines scrambling to fill seats, industry giants like Ryanair and Cathay Pacific are sounding the alarm: yields are likely to soften at the end of the summer. According to InterLnkd – the travel industry’s intelligent shopping mall partner – savvy airlines are already ahead of the curve, embracing innovative concepts to diversify their ancillary revenue streams.
Wildfires Increasingly Disrupt Camping Plans, Especially in the Pacific Northwest
The Dyrt, the No. 1 app for camping availability, photos and reviews, has found that 18% of campers reported that wildfires or natural disasters disrupted their camping plans in 2023. That’s three times more than the 6% who said their plans were disrupted in 2019, and indicates a steady rise over the past five years.
Museum of Ice Cream Returns to Miami With A New Permanent Location at Miami Worldcenter
Get ready, Miami! Museum of Ice Cream (MOIC), a global experiential brand known for its immersive, multi-sensory experiums inspired by ice cream, is making a sweet return to the Magic City on September 6 with a new permanent location where interactive museum meets playground at Miami Worldcenter in Downtown Miami. Tickets are now on sale online.
Marriott International Launches HotelHelp Pilot to Provide Short-Term Emergency Stays
At the AHLA Foundation’s third annual No Room for Trafficking (NRFT) Summit in connection with World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, Marriott International, Inc. announced the pilot launch of HotelHelp, a rooms donation program for survivors of human trafficking. HotelHelp currently works with Marriott’s portfolio of hotels that are willing to donate short-term emergency stays and established care providers who book these rooms for the survivors they support.
flynas signs agreement for additional 75 A320neo Family aircraft and 15 A330neo
flynas, Saudi Arabia’s leading low-cost carrier, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus for 75 A320neo family aircraft and 15 A330-900. This strategic agreement will expand the airline’s capacity, range and enhance its overall fleet capabilities.
Turkish Airlines Becomes the First Airline to Secure Chinese Yuan Denominated Aircraft Financing
Flying to more countries than any other airline, Turkish Airlines has added a new currency to its financing portfolio in line with its natural currency hedging policy, thanks to its diversified revenue structure. Three Airbus A350 aircraft that joined the flag carrier’s fleet between May and July 2024 are financed in Chinese Yuan by AVIC International Leasing and CCB Financial Leasing.
Summer of sports boost last-minute hotel occupancy and rates in Paris
The arrival of the biggest summer sport events in Paris has led to a surge in hotel occupancy and room rates in the city in hotels using Mews. Occupancy rates for the next two weeks are 20% higher than in 2023, driven by last-minute bookings, which account for 35% of total occupancy during the sporty event. This is according to analysis by Mews, the cloud software for hotels, based on hundreds of Paris properties.
Super 8 by Wyndham Turns Back the Clock with $8.88 Room Rates
Dial-up internet, landlines, and VHS tapes—some things are best left in the past. But with age, some things only get better. At 50 years young, Super 8—America’s trusted roadside hotel brand—has never looked or felt better and to celebrate, the brand is giving guests a chance to book a room this summer at the same rate it charged in 1974: $8.88 a night plus tax. Act fast though – only 888 nights are available at the reduced rate.
Three Solar Eclipse Sailings Highlight Holland America Line’s New Celestial Cruises in 2026
Holland America Line is announcing a new slate of cruises that will take guests to prime locations throughout Europe to witness extraordinary celestial events. Those seeking to cross off bucket-list items like viewing the Northern Lights, a total solar eclipse or a summer solstice above the Arctic Circle will be able to book one of these special Celestial Cruises beginning July 31.
Strong showing of regional visitors ITE2025 forward to Full Recovery
Hong Kong’s only and Asia’s major international travel fair – ITE2025 comprises the 39th ITE (Leisure) and 20th ITE MICE, will next be held from 12-15 June 2025 at Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (Hall 1A-1E).
Faro Blanco Resort & Yacht Club Joins Curio Collection by Hilton
Prime Hospitality Group, a vertical of Prime Group, today announces that its recently acquired property Faro Blanco Resort & Yacht Club has joined the Curio Collection by Hilton portfolio. The newly rebranded Faro Blanco Resort & Yacht Club Marathon, Curio Collection by Hilton debuts a transformative $14 million renovation of its accommodations, amenities, and restaurant offerings. Located in the Florida Keys city of Marathon, the Faro Blanco Resort & Yacht Club joins its sister hotel, Courtyard Faro Blanco Resort, on the same property featuring 250 guest rooms at 1996 Overseas Highway.
Jumeirah Reveals New Exceptional Summer Experiences Across Dubai Portfolio
Whether seeking a summer of adventure or a relaxed family escape, Jumeirah’s portfolio of Dubai properties offers something for every guest. Offering more attractive room rates, exclusive offers with unique perks and less crowds throughout the summer period, guests of Jumeirah can enjoy a range of exceptional experiences from turtle-inspired stays to family-friendly theme parks and all-new snow rooms to keep cool in the Dubai heat.