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Radisson Hotel Group continues its expansion in Oman with the opening of Levatio Suites Muscat
Radisson Hotel Group proudly announces the opening of Oman’s first hotel under the Radisson Individual brand. Following the recent opening of Radisson Muscat Panorama, the Group now has 12 hotels in operation and under development in the country.
NOURISHING NATURE | New Zealand’s first hotel led regenerative travel experience
The Hotel Britomart in Auckland is launching a new regenerative travel experience that takes guests into New Zealand’s beautiful native bush for an immersive sensory adventure that gives back to the planet and local community.
Viking Returns to the Great Lakes for Third Season
Viking today is celebrating the start of its third season in the Great Lakes, with both of its identical expedition ships, the Viking Octantis® and the Viking Polaris®, now deployed in the region. Voted #1 for Expeditions by Condé Nast Traveller in the most recent Readers’ Choice Awards, Viking offers a variety of itineraries that operate between Toronto and Duluth and explore all five Great Lakes.
Enjoy Europe’s Cities from the Beautiful Terraces of These Nhow and NH Collection Hotels
Whether relaxing in a chilled spot high above Europe’s busiest city streets, soaking up incredible urban views, or enjoying mouth-watering food and drink in exclusive settings, travellers can see Europe’s most iconic cities in a totally new, and often sun-drenched, light, from these stylish terraces at strikingly styled design and lifestyle locations from nhow hotels, and NH Collection.
Subtropical Okinawa Welcomes New Hotels
Japan’s southernmost prefecture, Okinawa, has welcomed the opening of four new hotels with a premium villa resort on Irabu, a well-located beachfront property on Senaga, a coastal escape on Ishigaki and a secluded luxury resort on Miyako.
Finnair blossoms with return to Nagoya
Finnair’s first flight to Nagoya since pre-pandemic, officially took to the skies yesterday morning, as the airline continues to extend its route network. Flight AY79 departed Helsinki at 12:15am , before touching down in the Japanese city at 6:29pm local time.
Aviation Leaders Assemble in Dubai for IATA’s 80th AGM
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the leaders of the global airline industry are gathering in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), for the 80th IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit (June 2-4 2024).
Pan Pacific Jakarta opens in Central Thamrin
Pan Pacific Jakarta sets to open on 1 June 2024 as the tallest luxury hotel in Jakarta. Located in Thamrin Nine’s iconic Luminary Tower, the building is designed by Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates, a world renowned American architectural firm.
DISCOVER THE WORLD ANNOUNCES A STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH SAUDIA TO ENHANCE TRAVEL TRADE ENGAGEMENT
Discover the World, the renowned global specialist in travel representation, is thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia. Discover the World brings to the table an impressive track record in business development with many leading industry brands making them a logical partner to elevate Saudia’s iconic brand, exciting new product and guest experience and unique destination network.
PANASONIC AVIONICS’ ASTROVA SELECTED BY AIR CANADA FOR OVER 80 NARROWBODY AND WIDEBODY AIRCRAFT
Aircraft Interiors Expo - Panasonic Avionics Corporation (Panasonic Avionics), a world-leading provider of in-flight engagement and connectivity (IFEC) solutions, has signed an agreement with Air Canada to install its Astrova in-flight entertainment (IFE) solution on 80+ aircraft starting in 2025.
IHG HOTELS & RESORTS LAUNCHES “THE FESTIVAL CLOSET” WITH PICKLE TO OFFER COMPLIMENTARY FASHION LOOKS
As summer festival season heats up, IHG Hotels & Resorts is launching “The Festival Closet by IHG x Pickle*” a collaboration with Pickle, the premier peer-to-peer fashion rental marketplace. The new partnership allows guests to rent the most in-demand festival fashion for free, tapping into the trend of travelers choosing to experiment with bolder and more adventurous styles while on the go.
Summer Pet Travel Tips
Summer is near and most schools are out. That means it is time for a family vacation! And a family trip would not be complete without your furry loved ones. Dr. Ruth, “The Pet Vet” shares some simple ways to ensure traveling with your pets isn’t ruff.