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FIRST LIGHT RESORTS ANNOUNCES THREE NEW REASONS TO LOVE YOSEMITE
First Light Resorts at Yosemite is thrilled to share three significant improvements that pave the way for travelers all over the world to visit Yosemite with greater ease and care than ever before.
KAYAK launches “Got That Right,” a New Brand Platform Bringing Confidence Back to Travel Planning
KAYAK, a leading travel search engine, today unveiled a new brand platform and tagline, “Got That Right,” alongside a new campaign designed to tap into the most stressful moment of travel planning: the decision-making.
TAMARACK RESORT LAUNCHES 26/27 ALL SEASON PASS AT LOWEST PRICE OF THE YEAR
Tamarack Resort today announced the launch of its 26/27 All Season Pass, offering Idaho families and outdoor enthusiasts the lowest pass price of the entire year. Beginning today, Adult All Season Passes are available for $499 — a savings of $400 compared to purchasing later — and a Family All Season Pass is available for $999, offering savings of more than $1,000 versus in-season pricing. Tier 1 pricing is the best rate Tamarack will offer all year. Once this pricing window closes, it will not return.
Holland America Line unveils 2026 UK ship visit programme
Holland America Line has confirmed it will host eight travel agent ship visits this year, spread across two Pinnacle class ships. More than 400 places are available, with events taking place on Rotterdam or Nieuw Statendam in Southampton, Dover, Portland, Falmouth, Greenock and Liverpool.
Emerald Cruises’ newest yacht Emerald Kaia prepares for launch
As Emerald Cruises prepares to welcome guests on board Emerald Kaia for her maiden voyage on 4 April 2026, the luxury superyacht is now completing the final stages before entering service. Having already captured wide interest since her initial reveal, Emerald Kaia’s upcoming 11 day inaugural sailing from Limassol to Athens signals the start of a landmark year for the brand, as she embarks on a dedicated Mediterranean season exploring the region’s most alluring coastlines
VIRGIN ATLANTIC NAMED WHICH? RECOMMENDED PROVIDER FOR LONG HAUL AIRLINES
Virgin Atlantic has been named a Which? Recommended Provider for long haul airlines, as the UK’s consumer champion publishes its latest airline satisfaction rankings. The airline received an overall customer satisfaction score of 79% in the annual survey, outperforming its transatlantic competitors on food and drink, cabin environment and value for money. Virgin Atlantic is one of just two airlines to receive the full five stars for customer service in the survey of more than 5,500 UK consumers, with respondents praising its staff and cabin atmosphere. Based on independent testing and customer surveys, Which? Recommended Provider status is awarded to the highest-scoring companies for overall quality and customer satisfaction in their category.
McLaren Racing announces Etihad Airways as an Official Partner
McLaren Racing today announced that Etihad, the national airline of the UAE, will become an Official Partner of the McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 Team and the McLaren United Autosports WEC Hypercar Team for the 2026 season and beyond. The partnership brings together two organisations with a shared commitment to innovation, ambition and delivering exceptional experiences for fans and customers around the world. With a strong synergy between racing and travel, this unique partnership will bring fans closer to the action through Etihad’s fast-growing network of more than 100 destinations.
CRM Driven Personalization: Moving Beyond Automated Messages to Predictive Guest Experiences
For years, the hospitality industry has been talking about personalization. Today, personalization is no longer optional; it is a critical differentiator that drives loyalty, revenue, and long-term competitive advantage. Hotels that deliver experiences tailored to each guest are outperforming the market, while those relying on generic messaging increasingly risk irrelevance.
Jet2.com cuts carbon emissions with completion of multi-million pound winglet retrofit
Jet2.com has completed a two-year retrofit installation programme, which has seen Split Scimitar Winglets installed onto 74 of its Boeing 737-800NG aircraft. The retrofit improves aircraft efficiency, reducing fuel burn by 1.5% and helping to cut the airline’s annual carbon emissions by over 28,000 tonnes.
Hard Rock International and Coca-Cola Create ‘Women Empower’ Series”
Hard Rock International and long-time partner Coca-Cola are championing women in music with a ‘Women Empower’ content series and related activations throughout March as part of Hard Rock’s annual International Women’s Month celebrations.
TAT announces Tomorrowland Thailand full-scale Asian debut in December 2026
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) announces Tomorrowland Thailand, confirming the festival’s first full-scale Asian debut on 11–13 December 2026 at Wisdom Valley, Pattaya, Chon Buri Province. The legendary Belgian electronic music phenomenon will bring its full-scale production to Thailand, reinforcing the Kingdom’s position as a World Class Event Hub Destination and strengthening global confidence in Thailand as a premier host of international events.
easyJet expands its uniform donation scheme
Following a successful roll out to school kids in late 2025 via the Level Trust, easyJet has expanded its crew uniform donation scheme, aiming to provide jobseekers with smart, professional clothing for interviews, work, and everyday use.