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WTTC expresses condolences to the people of Türkiye and Syria
The thoughts of the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), and its Members are with those who have been affected by the earthquake in Türkiye and Syria which has taken so many lives, and devastated hundreds of families. We send our sincere condolences to the families and loved ones of all those affected.

BACCARAT HOTEL DUBAI SET TO OPEN IN 2026
SH Hotels & Resorts, the hotel brand management company founded by hospitality visionary Barry Sternlicht, Chairman and CEO of Starwood Capital Group, today announced plans to set a new standard of glamor and luxury in Dubai, the hospitality hub of the Middle East, with the opening of Baccarat Hotel & Residences Dubai in 2026.

Jean-Pierre Joncas has been named General Manager of Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua
Jean-Pierre Joncas has been named General Manager of Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua His career in the hospitality industry has taken him from Canada, the Middle East to Asia.

Founder And Chef, Costas Spiliadis Opens The Doors To estiatorio Milos At Atlantis The Royal
Recognised as one of the finest Greek Mediterranean restaurants in the world, estiatorio Milos brings the perfect simplicity of Greek cuisine to Dubai

Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi launches ‘Superman Season’
Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi launches ‘Superman Season’ Featuring Superman-inspired theming and exciting family-friendly activations in celebration of Superman’s 85th birthday

ALL LEGOLAND® RESORTS IN NORTH AMERICA TO BECOME CERTIFIED AUTISM CENTERS™ BY SPRING 2023
LEGOLAND® Resorts believe awesome is for everyone! Today, LEGOLAND® California, LEGOLAND® Florida, and LEGOLAND® New York Resorts proudly declare that all Parks will become Certified Autism Centers™ (CAC) by spring 2023.

CHEF YANNICK ALLÉNO TO OPEN PAVYLLON LONDON AT FOUR SEASONS HOTEL LONDON
Yannick Alléno, one of the most Michelin-starred chefs in the world, announces the opening of Pavyllon London in early summer 2023, set within the acclaimed Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane.

NEW BOOKING.COM AD CAMPAIGN WITH ACTRESS & PRODUCER MELISSA MCCARTHY AIMS TO INSPIRE TRAVELERS
Booking.com, the leading digital travel app with a mission to make it easier for everyone to experience the world, is launching a new ad campaign to show that booking a trip is half the fun. Starring Emmy Award winning, Academy Award and Golden Globe nominated American actress and producer, Melissa McCarthy, this continuation of the beloved Booking.yeah campaign will debut live during the upcoming “big game” on February 12, during which Booking.com will once again be giving away half a million dollars in vacations. A sneak peak of the ad can be found on YouTube.com/Bookingcom.

Van Morrison Announces 2023 Las Vegas Run at Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino
Legendary GRAMMY Award-winner Van Morrison has announced a three-night run of shows at Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino September 6, 8 and 9, 2023. The shows are scheduled to begin at 8 p.m.

ZeroAvia, Shell, RHIA and Rotterdam The Hague Airport advance Plans for Hydrogen-Electric Flights
ZeroAvia, the leader in developing zero-emission solutions for commercial aviation, today announced signing a collaboration agreement with Shell, Rotterdam The Hague Airport and Rotterdam the Hague Innovation Airport.

Maldives Named “Best Long-Haul Destination of the Year” at UK’s Food and Travel Magazine Awards
The Maldives has won the title of ‘Best Long-Haul Destination of the Year’’ in the UK’s Food and Travel Magazine Reader Awards 2022. The Maldives secured the title competing against destinations such as Canada, Ecuador, Fiji, Japan, Namibia, Seychelles, South Africa, South Korea and the Caribbean.

New director of operations at Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers
His time as director of food and beverage at Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers saw Pittyion increase the property’s F&B revenue by 60 percent in just one year, securing multiple awards for the hotel.