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Lisbon to Host EuroPride 2025

Lisbon to Host EuroPride 2025

Vibrant and inclusive Lisbon is set to take centre stage next month as it welcomes EuroPride 2025 as a first time host, a landmark international event celebrating LGBTQIA+ rights, diversity and equality. From 14 to 22 June, the nine-day celebration will transform the destination into a beacon of love, freedom and unity.

Race for UN Tourism Secretary-General Heats Up Ahead of May Vote

Race for UN Tourism Secretary-General Heats Up Ahead of May Vote

19 May 2025 Press Release Tourism News Organisations & Operators

The global tourism sector is poised for a pivotal leadership transition as five candidates vie for the position of Secretary-General of UN Tourism, the rebranded United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). With incumbent Zurab Pololikashvili no longer in the running, the field is open for new leadership to guide the organization from 2026 to 2029. The Executive Council will convene in Madrid on May 29–30 to recommend a candidate, with the final appointment to be confirmed at the General Assembly in Riyadh this November.

Premier Inn celebrates Stellar Year at Moon & Stars Awards 2025

Premier Inn celebrates Stellar Year at Moon & Stars Awards 2025

Premier Inn Middle East has marked another stellar year during the 2025 Moon & Stars Awards, held at the iconic Hard Rock Café in Dubai. The vibrant event celebrated the remarkable contributions of team members from Premier Inn’s regional hub and its 11 hotels across the UAE and Qatar, recognising their outstanding commitment, performance, and positive impact on the business and brand in the region.

Elevating Luxury: Emirates unveils more enhancements to First Class

Elevating Luxury: Emirates unveils more enhancements to First Class

18 May 2025 Press Release Airline News Organisations & Operators

Emirates is the world’s largest operator of international First Class travel - offering 26,800 seats a week and the largest inventory of international First Class seats in the industry, entirely comprised of private suites. Emirates continues to refine its First Class ‘Fly Better’ experience, with an array of new enhancements for First Class customers; from keepsake menus to gloved service, luxurious lounge-inspired check in areas in Dubai, to the memorable ritual of unlimited caviar onboard.

RISE FESTIVAL CELEBRATES 10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY WITH MONUMENTAL 2025 MUSICAL LINE UP

RISE FESTIVAL CELEBRATES 10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY WITH MONUMENTAL 2025 MUSICAL LINE UP

This October, the world’s largest sky lantern festival returns to the breathtaking Mojave Desert for a historic celebration: the 10th anniversary of RISE Festival. Renowned for its unmatched fusion of light, music, and human connection, this year’s event is set to be its most transformative yet—anchored by a dramatically expanded live music lineup featuring 17 celebrated musical artists across three nights.

ARC’TERYX Unveils China’s First World-Class Climbing Site at Shegeng Cave

ARC’TERYX Unveils China’s First World-Class Climbing Site at Shegeng Cave

Beneath the dramatic limestone walls of Shegeng, ARC’TERYX officially launched China’s first confirmed 5.15b-difficulty route – EL GRAN CABRÓN . Located at Shegeng Cave, Fengshan County, Guangxi Province, the new route represents the country’s first world-class climbing site. Over 100 members from the global climbing community gathered to witness this historic moment, including ARC’TERYX athletes, core route developers for the site, top climbers, and outdoor enthusiasts.

Christie’s International Real Estate Turks & Caicos to Represent Kempinski Grace Bay Residences

Christie’s International Real Estate Turks & Caicos to Represent Kempinski Grace Bay Residences

Christie’s International Real Estate Turks & Caicos today announces a sales partnership with Kempinski Grace Bay, a breathtaking new luxury residence and resort on the world-renowned Grace Bay Beach in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands. This strategic alliance positions Christie’s as the premier brokerage for the sales of Kempinski Grace Bay’s exquisite beachfront residences, offering discerning investors an unparalleled opportunity to own a piece of paradise on one of the last remaining pristine stretches of the world-famous Grace Bay Beach.

Omni Hotels & Resorts Debuts Tiki Social, a Tropical Pop-Up Bar Experience

Omni Hotels & Resorts Debuts Tiki Social, a Tropical Pop-Up Bar Experience

Omni Hotels & Resorts is pleased to introduce Tiki Social, a Tiki-inspired cocktail experience launching this summer in collaboration with Tiki Historian, cocktail author and owner of the critically acclaimed restaurant Latitude 29 in New Orleans, Jeff “Beachbum” Berry. Starting Memorial Day Weekend and running through Labor Day, guests at all Omni properties can enjoy curated tropical cocktails designed to capture the spirit of paradise and elevate their summer stay.

From Desert Water Stop to Global Destination, Las Vegas Celebrates 120 Years of Iconic History

From Desert Water Stop to Global Destination, Las Vegas Celebrates 120 Years of Iconic History

Las Vegas celebrates its 120th birthday, honoring more than a century of growth, innovation, and unforgettable moments that have redefined tourism and shaped the city into the Sports and Entertainment Capital of the World. Founded on May 15, 1905, as a small railroad stop in the desert, Las Vegas quickly evolved into a global powerhouse for tourism, hospitality, and entertainment. From the legalization of gaming in 1931 to the opening of the Flamingo Hotel in 1946, Las Vegas set the stage for a new era of excitement. The iconic “Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas” sign, erected in 1959, became a symbol of the city’s vibrant spirit.

Address Jabal Omar Makkah Introduces Address Walkway to Masjid Al Haram

Address Jabal Omar Makkah Introduces Address Walkway to Masjid Al Haram

Situated in Makkah, Address Jabal Omar Makkah blends modern sophistication and spirituality with world-class hospitality. Elevating the property’s allure, it has recently introduced the Address Walkway to access Masjid Al Haram in under five minutes on foot. Guests can move along the walkway on foot, by golf cart, or enjoy VIP transportation and accessible shuttle buses.