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Emirates returns to Nigeria from 1 October
Emirates will resume services to Nigeria from 1 October 2024, operating a daily service between Lagos and Dubai, and offering customers more choice and connectivity from Nigeria’s largest city to, and through, Dubai.
Singapore Airlines Announces Senior Management Promotion
The Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group is pleased to announce the promotion of Mr Leslie Thng to Executive Vice President, effective 1 July 2024. Mr Thng, 50, remains the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Scoot, SIA’s low-cost carrier subsidiary. He will continue to report to SIA CEO Mr Goh Choon Phong, as well as the Board of Budget Aviation Holdings, Scoot’s holding company.
Minor Hotels Appoints Puneet Dhawan as Head of Asia
Global hotel owner and operator Minor Hotels has appointed Puneet Dhawan as Head of Asia as the group plots its growth in Asia and India. From July, Dhawan will be responsible for the performance of all Minor Hotels properties in Asia, working in close collaboration with the Minor Hotels senior leadership team and will report to Minor Hotels CEO Dillip Rajakarier.
HOTEL DE RUSSIE REVEALS NEW BAR DESIGN BY PAOLO MOSCHINO STUDIO
On 14th May Hotel de Russie, the Rocco Forte hotel located on the iconic Via del Babuino in Rome, launched the revived Stravinskij Bar. Imagined by world-renowned designers Paolo Moschino and Philip Vergeylen, the re-styled outdoor area will accompany a new cocktail menu, created by legendary mixologist Maestro Salvatore Calabrese.
New Research Reveals the Best Beach Destinations for Families
Family vacations are the perfect opportunity to spend quality time with loved ones and strengthen family bonds. One study found 40 percent of parents planned to spend more on international travel with their families this year. There is also a growing trend of multiple generations traveling together.
CHTA Presents Caribbean Travel Forum 2024: Visioning A New Tourism Landscape for the Region
The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) aims to reimagine the region’s tourism landscape at the third annual Caribbean Travel Forum, taking place Monday, May 20 in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Kicking off this year’s Caribbean Travel Marketplace, the annual event brings together leading regional and international thought leaders to discuss tourism business opportunities and strategies for success in the Caribbean, the heart of the global travel industry.
ATLANTIS PARADISE ISLAND ANNOUNCES MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND LAUNCH OF BARBIE BAHAMAS
Atlantis Paradise Island, the world’s most remarkable destination resort, in an exclusive partnership with global toy and entertainment company Mattel, is set to launch resort-wide programming and entertainment this Memorial Day weekend with Barbie Bahamas Beach Vacation
BEACHES® RESORTS ADDS A SPLASH OF MOVEMENT AND MINDFULNESS TO FAMILY TRAVEL ITINERARIES
Enhancing opportunities for family connection and enrichment on vacation and beyond, the family-friendly Beaches Resorts joins global impact nonprofit organization and longtime partner, Sesame Workshop, to debut all-new programming designed to get children rising, smiling and shining under the Caribbean sun.
CHTA Launches Multi-Destination Media Trip
The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) is gearing up for its first multi-destination media trip, designed to illuminate the interconnectedness and diversity across the Caribbean. Scheduled from May 17 to 27, this initiative will showcase the vibrant cultures, breathtaking landscapes, and unique experiences spanning St. Lucia, Barbados, Jamaica and the Cayman Islands.
May 23 is Responsible Tourism Day
From Monday May 20 to Thursday, May 23, the Caribbean Travel Marketplace, a showpiece of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourist Association (CHTA), will convene at the Montego Bay Conference Centre in St James, Jamaica. It is the premier event for connecting suppliers of Caribbean travel products and services with global buyers.
Bahamas Tourism Officials to Attend 42nd Caribbean Travel Marketplace in Jamaica
With things looking up for tourism in The Bahamas, representatives of the country’s Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation (BMOTIA) are set to build on their success at the 42nd edition of Caribbean Travel Marketplace. Hosted by the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) and scheduled for 20 - 23 May 2024 at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in Jamaica, the Caribbean’s largest tourism marketing event will offer opportunity for The Bahamas to shine as buyers and sellers of tourism products and services from countries across the region convening for business.
The Kingsmills Hotel In Inverness Celebrates Gold Sustainable Accreditation from Green Tourism
Kingsmills Hotel, a distinguished member of the prestigious WorldHotels collection and a leader in luxury hospitality in Inverness, proudly announces its attainment of the prestigious Gold Accreditation from Green Tourism, marking a significant milestone in its journey towards Net Zero.