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Birmingham Group Travel Made Simple: Your Essential Planning Guide
Birmingham, the UK’s second-largest city, pulses with energy across its diverse quarters—from the reinvented Bullring to the historic Jewellery Quarter, from world-class venues like the NEC to the cultural richness of Digbeth. It’s a city that draws groups for countless reasons: corporate conferences, family celebrations, sporting events, and cultural experiences that showcase the best of the Midlands.
7 Ways to Enhance Your Family Vacations
Families often choose short breaks because school calendars and work leave limit longer trips. Small planning moves protect energy and help everyone enjoy shared time together. Simple choices about location, meals, and pacing shrink stress before departure. Those choices also help operators structure offers that match real family needs. If South Florida is on your map, place your base close to sand and calm water. Lake.com lists weekend getaway rentals in Fort Lauderdale that sit near canals, beaches, and marinas, which saves time in traffic. That proximity adds more daylight for play, rest, and photos for the album. It also reduces friction for multigenerational groups moving at different speeds.
Air Canada offering passengers up to 20,000 points for autumn bookings
Travellers can gain up to 20,000 points when booking flights from the UK with Air Canada this autumn. To qualify, members of Aeroplan, Air Canada’s frequent flyer programme, must book a round trip or two one-way tickets for any destination beyond Canada that the airline flies to. This offer is for bookings made between 20 October and 20 November 2025.
Shaping the Future of Hospitality Investment
As the world’s leading minds in hospitality investment prepare to gather at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai next week for Future Hospitality Summit – FHS World 2025, investors have shared their insights on the trends and strategies that are shaping the future of hospitality investment. FHS World, widely recognised as the Middle East’s premier hospitality investment forum, will see 300+ investors in attendance with more than USD$ 5 trillion asset under management, 40 percent of them coming from non-GCC countries.
Kimpton to Introduce Refreshing Take on Luxury Lifestyle to Scottsdale’s Paradise Valley
Kimpton, part of IHG’s fast-growing luxury and lifestyle portfolio, celebrates the signing of Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas in Paradise Valley, Ariz., a scenic desert and mountain enclave east of Phoenix. The resort will become the first branded IHG luxury and lifestyle property in the Paradise Valley/Scottsdale market upon its planned early 2026 opening, and take shape through a significant reimagination of an existing spacious 42-acre retreat.
Waldorf Astoria New York Unveils Guerlain Wellness Spa, a New Era of Bespoke Wellness
Waldorf Astoria New York, in partnership with the legendary Maison of Guerlain, today announced the official opening of Guerlain Wellness Spa, a cutting-edge spa and wellness destination open to guests, residents, locals and visitors. Managed by Trilogy Spa Holdings and spanning an impressive 22,000 square feet, the spa is Guerlain’s largest in the world, combining timeless luxury with innovative technology and a visionary approach to longevity.
Deltatur Named Portugal’s Leading Tour Operator 2025
Deltatur, one of Portugal’s most respected travel companies, has been honored as Portugal’s Leading Tour Operator 2025 at the World Travel Awards European Gala Ceremony, held last evening at the prestigious Forte Village Resort in Sardinia. The accolade celebrates Deltatur’s excellence in creating immersive, seamless, and memorable travel experiences across Portugal.
Resort & SPA Le Dune Named Italy’s Leading Beach Resort 2025
Resort & SPA Le Dune, a stunning coastal retreat in Italy, has been honored as Italy’s Leading Beach Resort 2025 at the World Travel Awards European Gala Ceremony, held last evening at the luxurious Forte Village Resort in Sardinia. The award recognizes the resort’s exceptional combination of beachfront beauty, luxurious accommodations, and world-class hospitality.
Olive Villa Rentals Named Greece’s Leading Holiday Villa Rental Company 2025
Olive Villa Rentals, a premier provider of luxury holiday accommodations in Greece, has been honored as Greece’s Leading Holiday Villa Rental Company 2025 at the World Travel Awards European Gala Ceremony, held last evening at the prestigious Forte Village Resort in Sardinia. The accolade celebrates the company’s dedication to offering unforgettable stays, personalized service, and exceptional villa experiences across Greece.
NH Lyon Airport Named France’s Leading Airport Hotel 2025
The NH Lyon Airport Hotel, strategically located near Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport, has been honored as France’s Leading Airport Hotel 2025 at the World Travel Awards European Gala Ceremony, held last evening at the elegant Forte Village Resort in Sardinia. The award recognizes the hotel’s excellence in hospitality, convenience, and service for both business and leisure travelers. For travelers seeking convenience without compromising on comfort, the NH Lyon Airport Hotel offers a seamless blend of modern amenities and strategic location. Situated directly opposite Terminal 1 of Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport, this upscale hotel is a haven for business travelers, transit passengers, and tourists alike.
Olta Travel Cyprus Named Cyprus’s Leading Destination Management Company 2025
Olta Travel Cyprus, a premier travel services provider on the island, has been honored as Cyprus’s Leading Destination Management Company 2025 at the World Travel Awards European Gala Ceremony, held last evening at the Forte Village Resort in Sardinia. The accolade recognizes Olta Travel’s exceptional expertise in delivering tailored tourism solutions, seamless travel experiences, and innovative services across Cyprus.
Volotea Named Europe’s Leading Low-Cost Airline 2025
Volotea, the fast-growing Spanish low-cost carrier, has been honored as Europe’s Leading Low-Cost Airline 2025 at the World Travel Awards European Gala Ceremony, held last evening at the Forte Village Resort in Sardinia. The award celebrates the airline’s commitment to affordable, reliable, and customer-focused air travel across Europe. Founded with the vision of connecting mid-sized cities across the continent, Volotea has carved a niche in providing convenient routes that combine efficiency with value. Its growing network spans dozens of European destinations, enabling travelers to explore hidden gems and popular cities alike without breaking the budget.