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OCEANIA CRUISES® ANNOUNCES ITS 2027 AROUND THE WORLD CRUISE ABOARD LUXURIOUS VISTA™
Oceania Cruises®, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, is redefining luxury global exploration with its 2027 Around the World cruise. The highly anticipated voyage will span 180 days, visiting more than 100 ports across 46 countries and six continents aboard one of the line’s newest ships, Vista. Bookings for this once-in-a-lifetime voyage are available beginning March 12.
CELEBRITY CRUISES’ BUCKET LIST GALAPAGOS EXPEDITIONS ARE NOW OPEN FOR BOOKING IN 2027
Celebrity Cruises’ award-winning Galapagos expeditions on Celebrity Flora are now available for booking in 2027. Each 7-night, 10-night, 11-night or 16-night all-inclusive itinerary offers guests an unforgettable vacation experience while providing an opportunity to contribute to conservation efforts by taking part in reforestation in the region.
SeaWorld Orlando Unveils “Expedition Odyssey” - A First-of-Its-Kind Arctic Adventure Opening Spring
SeaWorld Orlando has officially announced the name and new details of its most ambitious attraction yet: Expedition Odyssey. Launching in Spring 2025, this groundbreaking experience will transport guests on a thrilling expedition across the Arctic—where cutting-edge ride and video technology meets the raw beauty of one of Earth’s most extreme environments.
Lufthansa Group increases proportion of women in management positions to over 25 percent
The Lufthansa Group achieved its target of 25 percent female managers in the first quarter of 2025. Six years ago, the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the umbrella organization and association of over 300 airlines worldwide, launched the “25by2025” target to improve diversity, equality and inclusion in the aviation industry. More than 200 aviation companies have committed to this goal.
NOBU EXPANDS CANADIAN PRESENCE WITH NOBU HOTEL TORONTO OPENING THIS SUMMER
Nobu Hotel Toronto will be opening its doors early this summer. Following the headline-hitting success of its Toronto restaurant opening in August 2024 – and its luxury residences selling out in record time – the hotel is now available for online reservations from June 1, 2025. An urban sanctuary in the sky, the highly anticipated 36 room and suite hotel is set to elevate Toronto’s luxury hospitality landscape as it unveils the city’s most private retreat for guests seeking respite from the public eye. Founded by internationally renowned Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, Academy Award winner Robert De Niro and Hollywood producer Meir Teper, Nobu Hospitality blends modern luxury and minimal Japanese tradition with the energy of a lifestyle hotel.
Four Seasons Presents The Road to The Giorgio Armani Tennis Classic
In an inspired collaboration that blends elegance and athleticism, Four Seasons announces The Road to The Giorgio Armani Tennis Classic – an exclusive doubles invitational that will unfold as a series of tournaments at four renowned Four Seasons properties offering celebrated luxury, heritage and world-class hospitality.
SILVERSEA ANNOUNCES 132-DAY WORLD CRUISE 2028
Silversea, the leading experiential luxury and expedition travel brand, has unveiled its World Cruise 2028, An Ode to the Moment. Departing Miami for the first time on a Silversea World Cruise, Silver Shadow will set sail on January 5 and arrive in Nice on May 16, calling in 58 destinations in 29 countries, including 17 overnights.
SWISS removes advance financial contribution requirement
Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) will have an annual need of some 110 new pilots in the years ahead. To date, in addition to a subsidy from the Swiss Confederation and a loan from the company, every future SWISS pilot has had to make a sizeable advance financial contribution of their own to the costs of their pilot training. This one-off contribution is now to be abolished: from June 2025 onwards, SWISS will meet these training costs, too, in the form of a loan.
Nobu Hospitality Launches Its First Venture in the Netherlands
Nobu Hospitality, the global luxury lifestyle and iconic hotel, dining, and residence brand, is making its debut in the Netherlands with the Nobu Restaurant Amsterdam and the Nobu Residences Park Meadows Amsterdam. Developed in partnership with Dutch real estate firm Breevast, this exclusive project will bring Nobu’s signature style to the heart of Amsterdam’s most coveted neighborhood, Oud-Zuid.
The Om Festival Returns to Vermont
The Om Festival, held in Vermont’s breathtaking Green Mountains from July 23 to July 27, 2025, offers a luxurious wellness retreat for women. This rejuvenating experience combines SUP Yoga, Sound Healing Float Sessions, Wine, Cheese and Chocolate Tastings, Farm-To-Table Dinners, and exclusive Mountain Gurl Spa Treatments—perfect for friends seeking to refresh body, mind, and spirit.
Emirates wishes customers ‘Holi Hai’
On 13 and 14 March, Emirates will be celebrating the most colourful festival in the world, wishing customers a happy Holi onboard select flights to India with refreshing Thandai drinks and sweet Holi treats. Emirates’ customers travelling to and from seven destinations in India – Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai, will enjoy the much-loved Indian sweet Kesar Gujiya, alongside their meal for breakfast, lunch or dinner. The deep-fried dumpling stuffed with solidified milk and dried fruits will be served in a specially designed box, reminiscent of the colourful festival of Holi. On the 14 March, First and Business Class customers will be warmly welcomed with cold Thandai – a festive drink made from milk and nuts, flavoured with fragrant saffron and rose petals.
Celebrating Jamaica’s Port Authority: A Triumph in Caribbean Tourism
In the heart of the Caribbean, Jamaica stands as a beacon of tourism, with its vibrant culture, breathtaking landscapes, and warm hospitality drawing travelers from across the globe. Central to Jamaica’s allure are its ports, instrumental gateways that facilitate the island’s connection to the world. Among these, the Port Authority of Jamaica has emerged as a pivotal force, driving the nation’s tourism industry to new heights.