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Pullman Hotels & Resorts Debuts in South India with the Opening of Pullman Chennai Anna Salai
Pullman Hotels & Resorts, the pioneering hospitality brand established in 1859, proudly announces the opening of Pullman Chennai Anna Salai, a transformative destination redefining the boundaries between work, leisure, and culture in India. Strategically located in Chennai’s bustling Anna Salai district, the hotel is well connected to major government offices, consulates, corporate hubs, and business districts, making it an ideal base for global visionaries and city residents alike. The hotel’s seamless integration of business and lifestyle offerings reflects the Pullman brand’s legacy of innovation.
The women tour guides breaking the mould in challenging destinations
As we approach International Women’s Day, a small collection of pioneering women explain what it’s like to break convention and play a role in their nations’ tourism stories, despite societal hurdles. Growing up as a woman in the likes of Afghanistan, Somaliland or Pakistan, where there are traditional attitudes and views towards fixed gender roles, often mean women are rarely found in many areas of employment.
MANDARIN ORIENTAL FURTHER STRENGTHENS ITS MAINLAND CHINA PORTFOLIO
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that it will manage a new luxury hotel in Suzhou, China, scheduled to open in 2026. This property will complement the Group’s growing portfolio in the Yangtze River Delta. Suzhou is historically and culturally one of China’s most important ancient cities and a leading centre of tourism, culture, science and education.
Marriott Bonvoy and Manchester United Invite the Club’s Fans for a Once-in-a-Lifetime stay
One lucky fan will meet the iconic player, sleep over in the revamped Marriott Hotels’ Suite of Dreams at Old Trafford, and take in the matchday experience of the Manchester Derby
Gulfood Day 3: Culinary Excellence, New Products and Global Trends on the menu
Gulfood 2025, the largest global food business event opened its doors for a third day of industry trade exchanges, and knowledge transfer amidst a spectacular culinary showcase. Gulfood brings gastronomic superstar Chef Alain Ducasse and takes centre stage Celebrity Chef and 21 Michelin Star Chef, Alain Ducasse from the acclaimed Ducasse restaurant in Paris and three Michelin Star Chef Romain Meder, Sapid (Paris), Alain’s right-hand man, showcased plant-powered perfection with a multi-approach interpretation on carrots using the entire product at Top Table.
NaviSavi appoints Sam Lindner as Head of Growth and Product
NaviSavi, the world’s first B2B platform dedicated to vertical, travel-only UGC short form videos, has appointed Sam Lindner as Head of Growth and Product. This comes as the company gets ready to expand its content pipeline to improve monetization strategies and position itself as a category-defining travel content marketplace.
interCaribbean Launches Flights Between San Juan and Anguilla
interCaribbean Airways announces the launch of new non-stop flights connecting San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU) and Anguilla (AXA). Starting Thursday, April 14, 2025, this new route will strengthen connectivity between Puerto Rico and the Northern Caribbean, offering travelers a convenient option for reaching the luxurious destination of Anguilla.
SANDALS® LAUNCHES NEW SALE ACROSS ALL JAMAICAN RESORTS
Sandals Resorts is inviting travelers to experience the beauty of its flagship island with one of the brand’s biggest offers yet, the Jamaica Sale, launching today. Guests can save up to $1,250 off their vacation across all seven Sandals resorts on the island, with rates starting as low as $199 per person, per night, plus included perks like a free catamaran cruise for two to bask in the Jamaica sea breeze (a value of USD $230+).
A World First, Ovolo Hotels Partners with Nodal to Revolutionise Hotel Digital Marketing
In a world first, Ovolo Hotels, an award-winning, dynamic and innovative boutique lifestyle hotel collection, has announced a strategic partnership with Nodal, a rising star in the marketing world with industry-leading AI-powered digital marketing solutions. This collaboration aims to harness the power of artificial intelligence to elevate Ovolo’s marketing efforts, driving exceptional performance driven results.
New Zanzibar Marine Reserve Established
Bawe Island by The Cocoon Collection, the only 5-star resort in Zanzibar boasting the exclusive formula “one island, one resort”, continues its path of environmental enhancement with a new initiative dedicated to the protection of the ecosystem. In collaboration with the government of Zanzibar, a new marine reserve has been established which encompasses the entire coast of Bawe Island, to preserve the magnificent coral reef and rich fish population, ensuring the biodiversity and the vitality of the underwater ecosystem for future generations.
Long-Haul Holidays on the Up as Kuoni Reports Strong Demand for 2025
From the Caribbean to the Far East and the Indian Ocean to South Africa, the January “peak season” has seen strong demand for long-haul holiday bookings for the year ahead with sales 14% ahead of last year, according to worldwide travel company Kuoni. It’s been one of the best January and early February sales periods since 2019, as people seek out long-haul winter sun, family adventures and multi-centre escapes.
10 Reasons Why An Arctic Expedition Micro Cruise Is The Ultimate Adventure For 2025
As 2025 looks to be the year travellers seek experiences that go beyond traditional travel, Arctic Expedition Micro Cruises are surging in popularity offering the perfect mix of exploration, adventure and comfort. Whether a solo traveller wanting to connect with like-minded guests, families looking to inspire young minds or intrepid explorers in search of new challenges, a small ship voyage to the polar regions is the ideal choice.