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Qantas Expands its Reach in Online Travel with Acquisition of TripADeal
Qantas is set to acquire the remaining 49% stake in TripADeal, a move aimed at bolstering its presence in the online holiday packages market. With a focus on enhancing Qantas Loyalty’s engagement with travelers and capitalizing on curated tour experiences, the acquisition underscores Qantas’ commitment to delivering value for shareholders.
Free Champagne Afternoon Tea for Teachers on Select 2024/25 Summer Holiday Cruises
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is offering teachers a free champagne traditional afternoon tea for two on sailings in July and August to coincide with the summer holidays. Traditionally, booking holidays during the school breaks can be an expensive challenge for those working in the education sector.
Turkish Airlines Launches “Inner Portrait” with Refik Anadol at Art Basel
Turkish Airlines, the airline flying to more countries than any other, has unveiled a new art project titled “Inner Portrait”. This visionary initiative, created in partnership with the world-renowned media artist Refik Anadol, pushes the boundaries of storytelling, offering a deeply personal exploration of the desire to travel and its effect on human biology.
Türkiye’s Travel & Tourism Sector Reached Record-Breaking New Heights Last Year
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) 2024 Economic Impact Research (EIR) has revealed Türkiye’s Travel & Tourism sector broke all records last year, reaching new milestones across four key metrics.
Allianz Partners USA announces the launch of Allyz® TravelSmart
Allianz Partners USA has announced the launch of the Allyz® TravelSmart mobile app, a new digital platform providing travelers with trusted advice and expertise as well as easy access to a wide range of insurance benefits for Allianz Global Assistance customers. The launch of the mobile app is an important milestone in the expansion of Allianz Partners’ digital platform, providing users with an essential array of travel services.
THE LUXURY COLLECTION MAKES ITS GRAND DEBUT IN GERMANY
The Luxury Collection, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announces the highly anticipated opening of Koenigshof, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Munich. Situated in the heart of Munich’s historical “Stachus” Square, this property marks The Luxury Collection brand’s debut in Germany.
Wego and GNTO Launch Partnership to Highlight Germany’s UNESCO Treasures
Wego, the number 1 travel app and the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), announce a strategic partnership with the German National Tourist Office (GNTO) to launch an exciting new campaign.
Nikki Beach Announces Summer 2024 Beach Club Pop-Up in Baku, Azerbaijan
Nikki Beach Hospitality Group, the global luxury lifestyle hospitality company, is thrilled to announce the launch of a new pop-up beach club in Baku, Azerbaijan scheduled to open in early July 2024. The pop-up will be located along the coast of the Caspian Sea, where the brand’s permanent resort and beach club will open in 2025 as a part of the expansive Sea Breeze seaside resort and a residential complex owned by Emin Agalarov. The summer attraction will operate until mid-September, aligning with the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
Star Clippers Installs Starlink Internet on All Three Ships
The tall-ship cruise line has become the latest to install SpaceX’s Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite technology to allow guests and crew to experience a faster and more reliable Wi-Fi connection whilst on board.
Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. Expands Operations in Core Galápagos Market with Addition of Two
Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. ( the “Company” or “Lindblad Expeditions”), recognized global leader of adventure travel and the pioneer of modern expedition cruising, today announced that it has added two purpose-built Galápagos expedition vessels to join the Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic fleet.
Sail Croatia Strengthens Fleet Following Strong Demand for Private Yacht Tours
Sail Croatia has announced plans to strengthen its fleet, with the addition of a Lagoon 55 catamaran in Spring 2025. The new addition will take the fleet size to 20, with the luxury catamaran delivered in time for the start of the Summer 2025 season. Sail Croatia’s impressive fleet will now feature 10 catamarans from the world-renowned Lagoon brand, prized for their comfort at sea and stylish design.
ETIHAD REPORTS MAY 2024 TRAFFIC STATISTICS
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has published its preliminary traffic statistics for May 2024. The airline carried 1.5 million guests and saw its passenger load factor average out at 84 per cent across the month.