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Project AP_ARTE Promotes Madeira’s Cultural Heritage in 30 Informative Videos
The Madeira Promotion Bureau and the Regional Secretariat for Tourism and Culture, in collaboration with the Regional Directorate for Culture, announce the launch of the pioneering and disruptive project AP_ARTE, an initiative aimed to disseminate and promote the rich cultural heritage of the Autonomous Region of Madeira.
Tourism Minister Bartlett to Participate in Arabian Travel Market Trade Show in Dubai
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett departed the island today for Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), to participate in the highly anticipated Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024 trade show. He will be joined by Director of Tourism, Donovan White and other representatives from the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) for the prestigious event, which runs from May 6-9, 2024.
ETIHAD AIRWAYS BOOSTS INTERLINE DEALS WITH FIVE AIRLINES MAKING TRAVEL SMOOTHER
Etihad Airways has launched reciprocal interline partnerships with five new airline partners, further expanding travel options for guests across its expanding global network.
HFTP and Hospitality Net Partner on Investment Sentiment Survey
Hospitality Net and Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) are collaborating on a brand-new survey which aims to gather and analyze data on current investment trends, funding needs, future investment priorities, technology adoption rates, and the overall market dynamics within the hotel technology ecosystem. The objective is to identify areas of growth, potential investment opportunities, challenges facing the sector, and how technological innovations are shaping the future of the hotel industry.
Low-cost airlines increase air tickets prices to Spanish destinations this summer
Low-cost air routes fares, which currently represent 68.5% of the number of seats available on flights from and to Spain, are pushing up flight prices for 2024 summer season, based on an analysis by Mabrian, the global travel intelligence company. Although average prices on conventional airlines continue to be higher, the price increase is greater on low-cost airlines: this represents a shift in the global trend detected between 2021 and 2023, when legacy carriers’ fares grew 40% -while low-cost did a 6%, incrementing air tickets prices.
Saga Holidays launches new 2025 European programme
Saga Holidays has launched its new 2025 European programme, packed full of everything from Icelandic adventures to Croatian cruises. Each one has been designed to include insightful guided visits and eye-opening experiences. Various holiday types are included, from escorted tours, cruise and tour holidays and stay and explore holidays to small ship cruising, private jet tours plus solo tours. And, with dates available for 2024 and 2025, there’s something for those who prefer to book last-minute, as well as those who like to book ahead.
Air New Zealand unveils new short haul booking options
More choice and greater flexibility: Air New Zealand unveils new short haul booking options The airline has announced changes to its Seats to Suit offering from June, including a new suite of booking options for travelling between New Zealand and the Tasman or Pacific Islands.
TUI LAUNCHES NEW SPORTS PACKAGES
TUI has developed and launched specialist package holidays created exclusively for the TUI Palma Marathon Mallorca, taking place on 20th October 2024. The range of curated and customisable package options including flights, accommodation, transfers and race registration, are now available on the TUI website, TUI App in our retail stores and via our independent travel agent partners.
Highland Coast Hotels launches new travel itineraries on world-famous North Coast 500
Highland Coast Hotels has launched a series of new travel itineraries to help visitors plan the ‘trip of a lifetime’ on the world-famous North Coast 500 (NC500) in the Scottish Highlands from spring 2024.
New Zealand’s Aro-Hā Wellness Retreat Joins Bitcoin Revolution
Taking time out just got a whole lot easier with Aro Hā Wellness Retreat in New Zealand now accepting Bitcoin (BTC) payments. Guests can now eliminate the cost of currency conversion and intermediary fees. For the past ten years the multi award-winning Aro Hā has been providing serious rejuvenation for burnt out global guests from executives to founders, creatives, adventure lovers, mid-lifers, first timers and old timers.
The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives Introduces Unforgettable Summer Camp for Kids
As the summer season approaches, The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives is offering young explorers a summer unlike any other with the launch of its annual Summer Camp for children. Running from July 1 to August 31, 2024, the program will be hosted at the Lil’ Shark Kids Club and throughout the resort, a secure and stimulating environment where kids aged 4-12 can learn, play, express themselves, and make new friends.
Exploring Its Roots: The Conte Club Reintroduces DNA Series Focusing on Heritage Travel
This coming July, as part of their 10 year anniversary celebrations, The Conte Club is excited to announce a widening of its travel product focusing on ancestry and heritage. Previously known as ‘DNA Unwrapped’ (as seen in Forbes, Vanity Fair, The Atlantic and Elle Magazine), this pioneering travel service offers travellers the opportunity to delve into their ancestral past and explore the roots of their heritage in a personalised and meaningful way through food culture and travel.