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Saudi Arabia launches Nusuk, an integrated digital platform, to facilitate pilgrim journeys
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah announced today the launch of Nusuk, the official Saudi integrated digital platform that offers all pilgrims and visitors an easy-to-use planning gateway for their journeys to Makkah and Madinah.
SEATTLE WELCOMES THE TASTE OF ICELAND FESTIVAL FROM OCTOBER 6-9
Inspired by Iceland, today announced the continuation of Taste of Iceland 2022, an annual celebration of Icelandic culture in North America. Concluding the series of fall festivals, Reykjavik’s sister city, Seattle is hosting Taste of Iceland from October 6-9.
New Canadian Procedures are a Win for Holland America Line Guests
Holland America Line is pleased with the recent announcement of the lifting of Canadian pandemic border restrictions. Under the new guidelines, Canadian border vaccination and testing requirements are no longer necessary
Southwest Airlines Announces Leadership Changes
Southwest Airlines today is celebrating the contributions of President & Chief Operating Officer Mike Van de Ven, an industry veteran and proven Leader, who announced plans to step down from his role as Chief Operating Officer (COO) at the end of September and from his role as President at the end of December.
MIRANDA LAMBERT CELEBRATES SOLD-OUT OPENING OF VELVET RODEO HEADLINING LAS VEGAS RESIDENCY
Reigning ACM Entertainer of the Year and current CMA triple-nominee Miranda Lambert celebrated the launch of “Miranda Lambert: Velvet Rodeo The Las Vegas Residency” this past weekend at Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.
LUX* Tea Horse Road Shangri-La opens its doors to guests
Curated by the global hospitality group The Lux Collective, LUX* Tea Horse Road China presents one of the world’s greatest travel experiences at beautiful off-grid destinations, imbuing immersive experiences rooted in the cultures of indigenous communities in Yunnan.
Allegiant rebrands its Sunseeker inflight magazine into nonstoplife
Allegiant today announced a rebrand of its signature inflight magazine – an expert guide to the best places to eat, drink and have fun throughout its all-nonstop network – as part of the airline’s ongoing commitment to enhancing the inflight experience and delivering meaningful, fulfilling travel experiences to its customers.
Quito, birdwatching capital of the world
With species of all sizes and colours, Quito is one of the most megadiverse cities on the planet when it comes to birds. The variety of its ecosystems makes it possible to observe all kinds of birds, from condors to hummingbirds.
WTD 2022, A Strategic Momentum for Indonesia
For the first time in history, Indonesia has the honor to hosting the 42nd World Tourism Day 2022 celebration on 27 September 2022 in Bali, which will be a crucial and strategic momentum for Indonesia to realize its development agenda as well as quality and sustainable tourism.
Qatar Airways and British Airways have completed the latest phase in their partnership
Qatar Airways and British Airways have completed the latest phase in the expansion of their partnership, offering global connectivity between more countries than any other airline joint business.
UAE drops Covid-19 mask wearing rules from Wednesday including at schools
The UAE announced Monday that it would remove its mask wearing rules, according to the country’s National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA). The new rules will come into effect from Wednesday, September 28, 2022. Face mask rules had been in effect for over two and half years.
Aer Lingus takes delivery of first new generation A320neo aircraft
Aer Lingus took delivery of its first Airbus A320neo aircraft (registration EI-NSA, named Saint Thomas), which will go into service on Wednesday 28th September and operate Aer Lingus flight EI152 from Dublin to London Heathrow.