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African Tourism United to Transform Sector for Growth and Opportunity
Tourism leaders from across Africa have come together to rethink the sector and its central role in driving growth and opportunity across the continent.
Mobile app enables Kenyans to become wildlife conservation actors
The National Museums of Kenya has launched an app to help the country’s wildlife authorities track and log rare and common mammals and record whether the species and their habitat are thriving.
Thailand is ready to host ‘TBEX Asia 2022’
Thailand is ready to welcome world’s travel bloggers, content creators, and influencers from around the world to TBEX Asia 2022, which will take place on the beautiful island of Phuket and the surrounding provinces from 15-18 November, 2022, with the theme “Diversity of the South: Phuket and Beyond”.
Adam Stewart – Dreaming of a bigger future for Caribbean hospitality
Adam Stewart has under his leadership portfolio 10 major companies, and with Sandals 2.0 a reality, the executive chairman of the luxury-included resort brand is dominating prime time when it comes to creative innovativeness.
QANTAS LAUNCHES NEW DOMESTIC ECONOMY MENU
Qantas is rolling out its first new domestic Economy menu since on board catering was simplified as a result of the pandemic. After months of development, the new menu caters to several dietary requirements and includes a vegetarian option for all meals following recent customer feedback.
Turkish Airlines signed Global SAF Declaration
Turkish Airlines continues its support for the development of Sustainable Aviation Fuels which play a key role in reducing carbon emissions. Starting to actively use Sustainable Aviation Fuel during its operations as of 2022, Turkish Airlines emphasized the importance of the matter for the company by signing Global SAF Declaration.
Qatar Airways signs agreement to become Presenting Partner of Lusail Winter Wonderland
Qatar Airways is the Official Airline Partner and the Presenting Partner of Lusail Winter Wonderland, an original world-class entertainment and leisure destination in Qatar that will deliver unforgettable experiences to fun seekers of all ages.
The Lux Collective Signs First Southeast Asia Hotel Management Agreement in Vietnam
Global hospitality group The Lux Collective and P Q Hai Quoc Joint Stock Company have signed a hotel management agreement to build a luxury overwater resort under the LUX* Resorts & Hotels brand on the island of Phu Quoc, Vietnam. Named LUXNAM* Phu Quoc, the resort is set in one of Asia’s most sought-after destinations and is expected to open in late 2024.
Avatar: The Experience will grand open on 28 October 2022
Avatar: The Experience will grand open on 28 October 2022, at Cloud Forest, Gardens by the Bay Singapore. Cityneon Holdings, Disney Location-Based Experiences, and James Cameron and Jon Landau’s Lightstorm Entertainment have collaborated closely to produce an immersive walkthrough event inspired by the beauty and unique storytelling of the highest-grossing film globally of all-time, Avatar.
First six-star hotel in east Taiwan set to debut at year-end
The first six-star hotel in eastern Taiwan, Le Meridien Hualien Resort, is set to launch by the end of the year and is now hiring to gear up for international tourists after a full border reopening.
World Travel Awards prepares to host first ceremony in Jordan
The leading travel industry figureheads and decision-makers from across the region are attending the red-carpet gala reception in the capital of Jordan on 23 October 2022
Qatar’s travel industry anticipates continued growth post-World Cup
Qatar’s travel and tourism industry, currently witnessing a boom in business ahead of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, is likely to benefit from the lasting impact of the tournament. With over 1.5 million visitors Qatar is expecting for the World Cup, it is indubitable that exploring the country and its attractions would be the epicentre of all.