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Saigontourist Group Culinary Culture Delights Palates at Delicacies Festival 2024
The Saigontourist Group Culinary Culture Delicacies Festival 2024 recently concluded with resounding success, leaving gastronomy enthusiasts and visitors alike craving for more. Held in the heart of Saigon, Vietnam, this festival was a celebration of the rich culinary heritage and diverse delicacies that the region has to offer. From traditional Vietnamese cuisine to international flavors, the event showcased a tantalizing array of dishes, culinary demonstrations, and cultural performances, captivating the senses of attendees from near and far.
Transcorp Hilton Abuja garners nominations in 2024 African Ceremony of the World Travel Awards
In the illustrious realm of hospitality, few establishments command as much admiration and respect as the Transcorp Hilton Abuja. This iconic landmark, nestled in the heart of Nigeria’s vibrant capital, has long been celebrated for its unwavering commitment to excellence and unparalleled guest experiences. Now, adding another feather to its cap, the Transcorp Hilton Abuja stands nominated in five prestigious categories in the 2024 African Ceremony of the World Travel Awards, including the coveted title of Africa’s Leading Business Hotel.
Oceania Cruises Debuts New Mediterranean Sailings for 2025
Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, has debuted an array of new 2025 Mediterranean sailings, ranging from nine to 56 days, to whisk guests to some of the most breathtaking destinations in Europe.
IATA Urges Pakistan and Bangladesh to Release Airline Revenues, Citing Severe Impact on Industry
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called on Pakistan and Bangladesh to promptly release airline revenues totaling over $720 million that are being held in violation of international agreements. With $399 million trapped in Pakistan and $323 million in Bangladesh, airlines face significant challenges in repatriating earnings crucial for operational expenses such as lease agreements and fuel.
MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL SIGNS AGREEMENT WITH NEOM
Marriott International, Inc. announced it has signed an agreement with NEOM to open its second Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Saudi Arabia. Anticipated to open in Trojena, a year-round mountain destination located in the northwest region of the country, the property will offer a complete escape into a private world of luxury.
Interview with Panos Loupasis, Market Managing Director for Türkiye, MEA at Wyndham Hotels
Another in our series of Interviews with Industry Leaders attending FHS Saudi Arabia taking place on the 29 April - 01 May 2024 at Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh, we next speak with Panos Loupasis, Market Managing Director for Türkiye, the Middle East, and Africa at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Mirai exceeds 5.8 million room nights and $1B TTV in 2023 and targets 20% growth in 2024
Mirai, whose technology solutions enable hotels to maximise direct sales opportunities and minimise distribution costs, proudly announces the closure of 2023 with an impressive milestone of 5.8 million room nights and $1 billion in Total Transaction Value (TTV). Building on this success, Mirai sets ambitious goals to achieve a 20% increase in room nights by the end of 2024, reaching 7+ million.
Rethinking wellness travel: the rise of active well-being
Wellness travel is about engaging with the destination in a more active way, in line with a global trend among travel motivations, focused on well-being in a broader sense, a key approach for smart destinations planning and promotion. By amplifying the wellness travel analysis, broadening its scope beyond relax and contemplation, Mabrian unveils how destinations can leverage this trend.
BEONx secures NextGenerationEU funding for Digital Transformation
BEONx, a leading travel technology company committed to revolutionising revenue management strategies and achieving profitability for hotels, announces it has secured NextGenerationEU funding via a grant from SEGITTUR, a body under the Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Tourism responsible for driving innovation in the Spanish tourism sector, to drive digitalization in the sector.
Record 2023 for Holibob on track to be broken
Holibob, the B2B2C provider of tours & experiences technology to online travel sellers and tourism boards, has today confirmed that it saw record growth in 2023 and provided an update on the highly positive outlook for 2024.
Finnair unveils 100 sustainability efforts to commemorate 100 years
Finnair has revealed it’s launched more than 100 employee-driven sustainability initiatives in the last 12 months as part of the carrier’s centennial celebrations. The new initiatives, all proposed by Finnair employees, range from the airline’s first voluntary purchase of Sustainable Aviation Fuel to recycling Finnair cabin and ground crew uniforms.
SELECT GROUP AND SIX SENSES LAUNCH SIX SENSES RESIDENCES DUBAI MARINA.
Select Group, a leading real estate developer headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is proud to announce the much-anticipated launch of Six Senses Residences Dubai Marina, marking a new chapter in ultra-luxury living. This significant milestone in architectural excellence is set to claim the title of the tallest residential tower globally as it reshapes the Dubai Marina skyline with its unparalleled height reaching 517 metres.