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Web in Travel announces theme for 2024 event: “Next Generation”
Web in Travel (WiT), a leading global news and event platform for the travel technology industry, has announced the theme for its upcoming Singapore edition: “Next Generation’. Taking place October 14-16, 2024, at the iconic Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre, WiT Singapore will serve as a launchpad for the future, convening travel and technology leaders to explore the transformative forces shaping the travel landscape in Asia.
Travel landscape set for transformation this year, says Cloudbeds
Cloudbeds, the hospitality management platform powering more reservations and happier guests for independent lodging businesses around the globe, has spotlighted key developments poised to reshape the travel industry this year. The findings, featured in Cloudbeds’ 2024 State of Independent Lodging Report, include new spins on experiential travel, the rising popularity of inflation-busting travel hacks, and a growing demand for new skills among next-generation hoteliers.
Michelin Guide Dubai 2024 Underpins Emirate’s Status As Culinary Hotspot
Michelin revealed the third edition of its annual MICHELIN Guide Dubai 2024 during a prestigious ceremony yesterday evening at the recently opened One&Only Za’abeel. Among the highlights was Row on 45 becoming the fourth restaurant in Dubai to receive two MICHELIN Stars.
A First for Scotland - One of the World’s Toughest Sailing Races Embarks on Historic Adventure
Eleven 70ft racing yachts on one the world’s toughest and most rewarding endurance challenges, the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race, have now embarked on one of their most sought-after legs, following in the footsteps of some of the greatest Scottish sailing pioneers, across the North Atlantic. Departing from Washington DC, the penultimate Atlantic Homecoming Leg of the thrilling round the world adventure, marks a historic moment for the Clipper Race as it stops in Scotland for the first time in its 27-year history from 12 to 21 July 2024.
Spooky New Surprises Coming to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World Resort
It is time to celebrate Halfway to Halloween, and one of the most anticipated events of the season is Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, a separately-ticketed event held select nights at Magic Kingdom Park. This beloved event offers guests the opportunity to engage in sensational spookiness and ghoulish good times that are perfect for kids of all ages.
Madeira Segments Travel Marketing Campaign, Launching New Content Dedicated to Over 55 Market
Madeira Promotion Bureau has launched a new travel marketing campaign that differentiates messages based on specific audiences and especially targets individuals aged 55 and above.
ROCCO FORTE HOTELS CULINARY RETREATS: AN EPICUREAN ADVENTURE WITH THE BEST CHEF IN ITALY
A series of gastronomic journeys guided by Chef Fulvio Pierangelini, Rocco Forte Hotel’s Creative Director of Food, sharing his passion for Italian cuisine
American Airlines commits to conditional purchase of 100 ZeroAvia hydrogen-powered engines
American Airlines has announced that it has entered into a conditional purchase agreement with clean aviation innovator ZeroAvia for 100 hydrogen-electric engines intended to power regional jet aircraft with zero inflight emissions save for water vapor.
Sheraton Celebrates the Opening of its 100th Hotel in Greater China
Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of more than 30 hotel brands, today announced the opening of Sheraton Lanzhou Anning in Lanzhou of Gansu province. The opening also marks the 100th Sheraton Hotel in Greater China, where the brand made its market debut 50 years ago. Located in the heart of Lanzhou’s Anning District, the new hotel draws on the brand’s roots as a gathering place for both locals and guests in communities around the world, which continues to evolve through Sheraton’s new design vision of creating intuitive and holistic experiences through spaces to connect, be productive, and enjoy a sense of belonging.
Minor Hotels Celebrates Back-to-Back Certification as ‘Great Place to Work’
Minor Hotels has cemented its reputation as a global leader in hospitality workplace culture, receiving ‘Great Place to Work’ certification for the second consecutive year. Conferred by Great Place To Work®, a renowned authority on workplace culture, the certification underscores Minor Hotels’ dedication to fostering an environment where its team members thrive and feel valued.
Emirates customers savour more than 45 million luxury chocolates every year
Celebrating World Chocolate Day on 7 July, Emirates is taking note of customer consumption of the decadent delight - with 45 million pieces of luxury chocolate consumed onboard last year by customers in all classes, as well as an array of delectable desserts.
Amazing Beach Life Festival promotes Thailand during this green season
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is staging the “Amazing Beach Life Festival” between this month and next in Rayong, Phang-Nga, Phuket, and Songkhla, a campaign to boost tourism during Thailand’s green season.