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Americans Expect to Spend a Record-Breaking $221 Billion on Summer Vacations This Year
Americans continue to signal that travel is splurge-worthy and are again setting new records for vacation spending in 2024. For a second consecutive year, Allianz Partners USA’s annual Vacation Confidence Index* found that Americans’ total spend on summer vacations is expected to remain north of the $200 billion mark, this year exceeding $221.6 billion.
Holidayme unlocks 100,000+ curated sightseeing and attraction options with Servantrip
Servantrip, the world’s leading B2B activities and transfers platform, has today announced a global strategic partnership with Holidayme,a leading B2B travel solutions provider dedicated to empowering travel agents and service providers worldwide under the Traveazy Group.
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Finnair and IAG Loyalty expand partnership
Finnair and IAG Loyalty have taken to the skies with an expanded partnership, offering customers the opportunity to link their loyalty programme account. The new relationship will, for the first time, allow members to link their Finnair Plus and British Airways Executive Club accounts, allowing the seamless transfer of Avios between both loyalty programme accounts.
Saudi Tourism Authority launches the Saudi Summer Program 2024
In an event held under the patronage of His Excellency the Minister of Tourism, the Saudi Tourism Authority launched the country’s spectacular summer program for 2024, “Saudi Summer is Next Door.” Saudi’s summer program will run for four months until the end of September across seven destinations and includes over 550 exceptional tourism products and more than 150 special offers and packages curated for families and children across different segments like adventure lovers, those looking for luxury retreats and activities, and culture and heritage enthusiasts.
CHTA Caribbean Travel Marketplace Delegates Receive Warm Jamaican Welcome
Jamaica showcased the best of its heritage in food, dance and music last night (May 20) to over 1,000 delegates from more than 45 countries who are attending the 42nd Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association’s (CHTA) Caribbean Travel Marketplace (CTM42), being held at the Montego Bay Convention Centre.
Bahamas & St Lucia win Caribbean Destination Resilience Awards
The Bahamas and St Lucia were named as winners of Caribbean Destination Resilience Awards at the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association’s (CHTA) 2024 Caribbean Travel Marketplace in Montego Bay, Jamaica.
Banyan Tree is making its first foray into the Caribbean market.
The luxury resort operator just announced the forthcoming Banyan Tree Bimini Resort & Residences in the Bahamas. Spearheaded by Rockwell Island Development Group, the highly anticipated property will be located 48 nautical miles outside of Miami and can be reached via seaplane, private jet, helicopter, or boat.
World Spa Awards opens voting for 2024 programme
World Spa Awards – the global initiative to recognise and reward excellence in the spa and wellness sector – has opened voting for its landmark 10th annual programme. A wealth of new entries feature this year, reflecting the momentum of the global spa and wellness sector.
Tourism’s contribution to Caribbean GDP expected to rise
Speaking at the Caribbean Travel Forum in Montego Bay, St. James, Nicola Madden Greig, President of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourist Association (CHTA), said the sector currently accounts for 13.7 per cent of the region’s overall output.
Patricia Affonso-Dass Named Caribbean Hotelier of the Year
Patricia Affonso-Dass, Group General Manager of Ocean Hotels Group in Barbados, is the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association’s (CHTA) Caribbean Hotelier of the Year. This recognition is a testament to her decades-long dedication and exemplary leadership in the hospitality industry, underscoring her significant contributions to Barbados and the wider Caribbean region.
GRENADA’S PRIME MINISTER, SANDALS EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN ISSUE STRONG CALL FOR UNIFIED APPROACH
Prime Minister of Grenada Hon. Dickon Mitchell says stakeholders from a wide cross section of the economy must be included in conversations if the Caribbean is to secure the sustainability of its tourism sector.
CTO says Caribbean Week in NYC ‘set to sparkle’
The Barbados-based Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) said on Friday that the much-awaited Caribbean Week is “set to sparkle” in New York City from June 16-21. CTO said this event, a highlight on the calendar for travel industry professionals and enthusiasts alike, will be held at the InterContinental New York Times Square in the bustling heart of midtown Manhattan.