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Race along to Mr Toad’s for golden Olympics deals
Dubai’s Mr Toad’s is serving up an array of special deals for the Olympics, with free drinks, a special menu and the best in big-screen viewing. Catch every race, match and medal ceremony and dive into great deals as the world’s best sportsmen and women unite in Paris for the 2024 Olympics Games.
Escaping the Olympics crowds: travel trends from Paris to the world
Paris is expected to welcome 11.3 million visitors during the Olympic Games, significantly increasing its population density. This surge in visitors is spurring travel demand to international destinations, such as Italy and the United States, that harness this desire to leave crowds behind, also benefiting United Kingdom, Spain, and Greece, as well as farther destinations, such as Thailand or Japan
Mirai announces 18% increase in direct hotel sales share in Spain for summer 2024
The share of hotels sold via the direct channel in Spain increased by an average of 18% during the summer of 2024 over other channels thanks to the determination of the hoteliers to improve the profitability of the hotels again, according to data from Mirai. Although during the initial weeks of the UEFA Euro Cup 2024 sales growth slowed down, probably also due to the bad weather in Spain, in the last few days the company has observed that growth is picking up again. This rebound suggests a potentially very positive last-minute booking trend in most tourist destinations.
The Luxury Collection and Element by Westin Rank First in JD Power Hotel Guest Satisfaction Study
Marriott International proudly announces that The Luxury Collection and Element by Westin have been ranked highest in guest satisfaction for their segments according to the 2024 JD Power Hotel Guest Satisfaction Study. The study, renowned for its comprehensive analysis of the hospitality industry, ranks hotels based on feedback from thousands of guests nationwide.
MANDARIN ORIENTAL TO OPEN A LUXURY RESORT AND BRANDED RESIDENCES IN BALI
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has today announced that it will manage a luxurious hideaway resort with private residences located on Bali’s southern coast on the picturesque Bukit peninsula. Mandarin Oriental, Bali is set to open in 2027, this stunning property promises to redefine luxury living on the island.
Courtyard by Marriott Sapporo Debuts
The 321-Room Hotel Welcomes Trailblazing Business and Leisure Travelers to Northernmost Island of Hokkaido, Famous for its Picturesque Landscapes, Skiing and Spellbinding Annual Snow Festival
Interview with Panos Loupasis Market Managing Director Türkiye Middle East and Africa Wyndham Hotels
In the lead up to the Future Hospitality Summit -FHS World 2024, taking place at Dubai’s Madinat Jumeirah 30 September – 2 October, we interviewed a number of industry leader and FHS World Speakers about their outlook for the industry and what they are looking forward to most at the event this year.
Turkish Airlines Showcases its New Luxurious Crystal Business Class Suite
Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other, has revealed the details of its brand-new state-of-the-art Business Class suite at the Farnborough International Airshow 2024 in Hampshire, UK. The new Crystal Business Class suite marks a new era for luxury air travel for business passengers and is the first from Turkish Airlines to feature an adjustable suite door and privacy panel for enhanced in-flight privacy. New seats feature a generous 23-inch seat width boasting increased footwell space with direct aisle access for all guests with every window suite possessing full visibility. In line with company’s “Flow” brand identity, new suites feature lighter and warmer colors, marble-style table and rose gold finishes.
The Riu Plaza Chicago opens its doors
RIU Hotels & Resorts has reached yet another milestone in its international expansion with the opening of the Riu Plaza Chicago. The new four-star establishment with 390 rooms is strategically located in the heart of Chicago’s world-famous Magnificent Mile shopping district, and from September it will offer guests and visitors alike panoramic views of the city from the 27th floor of the building in the hotel’s bar, The Rooftop.
Iconic Dusit Thani Bangkok hotel confirms reopening on 27 September 2024
Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has confirmed that its reimagined flagship Dusit Thani Bangkok hotel will officially open to guests on 27 September 2024, signalling an exciting new chapter for the company in Thailand and internationally.
easyJet set for busiest ever summer as holidays take off
easyJet expects to fly more passengers than ever before this summer operating 80,000 flights over the school holidays The airline will see its busiest day of the summer on 28 July expecting to fly over 300,000 customers on nearly 2000 flights across its European network
New Air Canada Paris 2024 Spot Celebrates How One Canadian Dream Can Inspire Another
Air Canada has launched Ticket to Dream, a powerful new brand spot celebrating Team Canada’s heroic journey to the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The spot was released on Air Canada’s social platforms on July 17 and will premiere on TV, cinema and online on July 26, helping stoke excitement among Team Canada and its devoted fans during the official opening ceremony for the Games.