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TUI Hotels & Resorts contributes to growth in Africa with strong leisure hotel brands
TUI Group continues to expand its hotel business worldwide and pursues ambitious plans to support the African hospitality industry. With its 12 leisure hotel brands, TUI offers unique experiences for holidaymakers and invites them to enjoy the respective region with its culinary delights, natural beauty and cultural heritage. A few weeks ago, the brands TUI Blue and TUI Suneo expanded their portfolio in Africa. In Egypt, TUI Blue Samaya with 143 rooms and an aqua park has been added to the premium brand’s portfolio. The hotel is located in the growing destination of Marsa Alam. For holidaymakers looking for value for money, TUI Suneo Palm Beach Skanes in Tunisia has also opened its doors. With 294 rooms and a large garden area, the hotel is offering an attractive all-inclusive package with a wide range of sports and entertainment options.
4 Seasons, 4 Reasons: Why Your Next Tent Should Be Rated for Year-Round Use
Camping doesn’t have to be a summer-only affair. As more adventurers embrace nature throughout the year, from golden autumn trails to snow-dusted winter forests, the demand for durable, all-season gear has grown. And at the heart of any great outdoor experience lies one essential item: the tent. If you’ve only used a tent in fair weather, you might not realize how limiting a standard 3-season model can be when the conditions get extreme.
Arabian Travel Market underscores the vital role of Asia Pacific in the future of tourism
The Asia-Pacific (APAC) region is poised for significant tourism growth, with spending on international travel forecast to hit US$2.5 trillion and domestic travel to reach US$4.3 trillion by 2029, according to the latest data from Euromonitor International. Outbound travel from APAC is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7%, with intra-regional journeys expected to account for 61% of all trips by the end of 2025. By 2029, one in three trips is anticipated to be outside the APAC region, with 75% of bookings set to be made online.
HolidayPirates and TourRadar join forces to offer travel tours and activities to U.S. Deal Seekers
The Holidaypirates Group, the leading social - driven online travel marketplace that offers value-for-money travel packages in 10 different countries, and TourRadar, a leading organized adventure platform, are joining forces to integrate more than 50,000 bookable multi-day adventures into the company’s U.S. offering, TravelPirates.com.
Valor Hospitality Partners announces two significant deals in West Africa, estimated value of R540
Valor Hospitality Partners, a global leader in full-service hospitality solutions, today announced the signing of two new hotel management contracts in Nigeria and Senegal representing an investment in excess of approximately R540 million in West Africa. The deals were signed at the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) taking place in Cape Town this week. The significant figure represents the combined capital expenditure for the development and establishment of the two new-build properties.
CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE TO LAUNCH NEW LOYALTY PROGRAM IN 2026 DUBBED ‘CARNIVAL REWARDS’™
Carnival Cruise Line announced today it will launch its new loyalty program with a cruise industry first, adding new features, new ways to earn status, new reward categories and a new name: Carnival Rewards™. The new program will take effect in June 2026, providing guests plenty of time to learn about the changes while they continue to earn status in the current Very Important Fun Person (VIFP)™ program that will be their entry point into the new program.
CLAUDIO’S BAHAMAS OPENS AT ATLANTIS PARADISE ISLAND
One of the most anticipated new openings at Atlantis Paradise Island, Claudio’s Bahamas brings the legendary energy of its sister restaurant in Greenport, New York, to the heart of the Caribbean. Overlooking the Water’s Edge Lagoon at The Coral, the new eatery blends East Coast heritage with Bahamian vibrancy—serving fresh seafood, seasonal favorites, and timeless island cocktails in a soulful, nautical setting.
VidantaWorld Launches Cirque du Soleil LUDŌ, the First Resident Immersive Water Show Latin America
Grupo Vidanta and Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group are proud to announce the premiere of LUDŌ, a breathtaking show that heralds a new era of immersive entertainment and solidifies VidantaWorld Nuevo Vallarta as a global benchmark in luxury tourism. This groundbreaking production redefines the boundaries of live entertainment by merging water, storytelling, cutting-edge technology, and culinary art into a singular, multisensory format.
1 Hotel Melbourne is Now Open
1 Hotels, the mission-driven luxury lifestyle brand founded by hospitality visionary Barry Sternlicht, proudly announces the official opening of 1 Hotel Melbourne. This nature-inspired property marks the brand’s long-anticipated debut in Australia, redefining the future of luxury hospitality in the heart of one of the world’s most forward-thinking cities.
Malaysia Airlines Enhances Complimentary Bonus Side Trip for International Travellers
Malaysia Airlines continues to redefine the travel experience with its innovative Bonus Side Trip (BST) programme, offering international travellers the opportunity to explore Malaysia’s hidden gems at no extra fare. Whether transiting through Kuala Lumpur or planning an extended stay, travellers can explore a second Malaysian destination effortlessly, experiencing more of the country’s cultural richness, natural landscapes, and authentic local hospitality.
EVA Air Wins SKYTRAX 5-Star Airline Certification Tenth Year in a Row
EVA Air has been awarded SKYTRAX 5-Star Airline Certification for the tenth year in a row. SKYTRAX, an airline and airport review and ranking site, unveiled its “2025 World Airline Awards” at the Paris Air Show on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. President Clay Sun attended on behalf of EVA Air and accepted several of the SKYTRAX’s honours, including 11 of the airline’s awards, first for “Best Economy Class Catering” and “World’s Cleanest Airline”.
RwandAir named Best Regional Airline in Africa at the 2025 Skytrax World Airline Awards
RwandAir has been named the Best Regional Airline in Africa at the prestigious 2025 World Airline Awards, dubbed the Oscars of the aviation industry. This award reflects RwandAir’s central role in bringing African countries closer while connecting the continent to the world. As one of Africa’s fastest growing and most ambitious carriers, RwandAir continues to gain global recognition for its high service standards and reliability.