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CELEBRITY CRUISES ELEVATES ‘THE RETREAT’ EXPERIENCE
Celebrity Cruises® takes the suite life to new heights with new premium and personalized enhancements for The Retreat, providing the most elevated experience at sea. Offering more perks and amenities than ever before, The Retreat isn’t just a suite. It’s the most elevated experience at sea, period.
Azul and GOL Announce Codeshare Agreement
Azul and GOL airlines announce today a commercial cooperation agreement that will connect their flight networks in Brazil through a codeshare agreement. This partnership covers all domestic routes operated exclusively, meaning rotes operated by one of the two companies but not the other.
Spirit Airlines Expands U.S. Military Benefits to Include Spouses and Children
Spirit Airlines is saluting their U.S. military service members and their families with the special thanks they deserve. Today, the airline announced it is extending the existing benefits for active-duty U.S. military service members to their spouses and all their children when traveling with the service member effective immediately, including two free standard checked bags, one free standard carry-on bag, and the existing one free personal item per person
Discover the Best of Greece This Summer with Wego
Wego, the number 1 travel app and largest travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), is excited to announce a new partnership with the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) aimed at showcasing the best of Greece during the vibrant summer season. This collaboration invites travelers to immerse themselves in Greece’s breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and exquisite cuisine, promising an unforgettable Mediterranean adventure.
Colombia Wins First Place Again in the Global Big Day 2024
Colombia is the leading destination for birdwatching in the world. That’s a fact. With a total of 1,558 species recorded and 12,007 checklists submitted during the Global Big Day, the Country of Beauty outperformed countries such as Peru, Brazil, Ecuador, and India, positioning itself at the top of the global count.
Online Travel Leader, HappyEasyGo, Selects Nium for Virtual Card Payments
Nium, the global leader in real-time cross-border payments, announced today that HappyEasyGo, a leading online travel agency, has selected it for virtual card payments. Launched in 2017, HappyEasyGo has emerged as one of the fastest-growing flight and hotel booking platforms in Asia, with thousands of leisure and business travellers planning journeys on the platform each day.
ETIHAD AIRWAYS, NEW MAIN SPONSOR OF GIRONA FC FOR THE NEXT THREE SEASONS
Etihad Airways will become the main sponsor of Girona FC from next season. This strategic alliance, which has been established for a period of three years, underscores Etihad’s deep commitment to the Spanish market and its dedication to enhancing connectivity and cultural exchange.
Visit Qatar, Huawei sign deal to enhance Qatar’s tourism experience
Visit Qatar, the marketing and promotional arm of Qatar Tourism, and Huawei, one of the world’s global tech giants, announced a partnership to enhance the tourism experience for Chinese visitors and promote Qatar as a premier travel destination in the Chinese market.
Neom’s billion-dollar Xaynor
Xaynor is being constructed by Neom over Gulf of Aqaba’s coastline in Saudi Arabia
Rotana announces the appointment of Sahiti Gaddam as Corporate Vice President of Sales
Rotana announces the appointment of Sahiti Gaddam as Corporate Vice President of Sales. As the group pursues its ambitious expansion plans to add 30 new properties to its portfolio by 2026, Gaddam will oversee sales development activities across Rotana’s existing and growing pipeline of properties in the region and beyond.
Jamaica Hosts Largest Ever CHTA Caribbean Travel Marketplace
Jamaica’s hosting of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association’s (CHTA) flagship sales event, Caribbean Travel Marketplace 42, from May 20- 23, has been hailed as “a resounding success” by Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett.
Radisson Hotel Group welcomes the Radisson brand to Oman
Radisson Hotel Group is thrilled to announce the opening of Radisson Hotel Muscat Panorama, a stunning new addition in the vibrant heart of Muscat. This inaugural Radisson-branded hotel in Oman features 165 elegantly appointed rooms and suites, offering an elevated experience for business and leisure travelers.