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Q&A with Damien Rizzi, Head of Hospitality and Asset Management EGIS Group
EGIS Group places a strong emphasis on innovation and sustainability, particularly within the hospitality industry. They’ve established a global sustainability practice with a dedicated team in the Middle East, comprising of more than 3,000 individuals
Aeroflot to launch direct flights to Mauritius
Aeroflot opens regular flights to Mauritius for the first time for its recent history. From December 23 twice weekly services from Sheremetyevo will be operated on wide-body Boeing 777 on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Tickets are available.
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong opens in the thriving regional centre of Victoria, Australia
IHG Hotels & Resorts and Franzé Developments have opened a brand-new Holiday Inn & Suites in Australia. The opening of Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong marks a significant milestone as the first major new-build hotel in the area in almost 20 years invigorating Geelong with one of the world’s most recognised and trusted hotel brands.
TUI becomes first UK tour operator to offer British Sign Language interpretation
Leading travel and leisure company, TUI, has joined forces with SignLive to be the first UK tour operator to give customers the option to have their conversations with the travel firm interpreted into British Sign Language (BSL).
SILVERSEA®’S INDUSTRY-LEADING CULINARY OFFERING HAS EVOLVED ABOARD SILVER NOVA℠
New on Silver Nova: S.A.L.T. Chef’s Table, an interactive dining experience for up to 18 diners that explores the flavors of the destination
Jetstar announces new route to Japan’s Skiing Paradise
Jetstar Japan (GK) has announced a new direct service between Tokyo (Narita) and Asahikawa, making them the only low fares airline to operate the popular route.
THE BALMORAL APPOINTS ANDREW MCPHERSON AS GENERAL MANAGER
The Balmoral, a Rocco Forte hotel in Edinburgh, has announced the appointment of Andrew McPherson to the position of General Manager.
Marriott Hotels Brings Innovative Design and Heartfelt Hospitality to Munich’s Lively Westend
Exceptional event spaces, elevated guestrooms and enriching experiences await at the highly anticipated Munich Marriott Hotel City West
Hyatt Adds Hotels in New Markets with Hyatt Place and Hyatt House Openings Across the U.S.
Strategic growth highlighted by airport hotel expansion, investments in portfolio-wide Hyatt Place renovations by Service Properties Trust, and preview of the Hyatt Studios brand at The Lodging Conference
Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita Invites Guests to Celebrate the Festive Season with Mexican Flair
Families and friends are invited to celebrate the holidays in oceanfront paradise
Youth travel agency KILROY opens first UK store in Bristol
The specialist agency offers exciting, tailored travel experiences for young people
Humans must take leadership over machines to steer Artificial Intelligence towards common good
Ahead of the Web in Travel Singapore event on October 2-4, titled The Human Revolution, four travel leaders have reassured us that machines aren’t set to take over humans anytime soon… unless we let them.