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Princess Cruises and the Academy of Country Music Bringing Rising Country Music Stars to Sea
Princess Cruises, in partnership with the Academy of Country Music® (ACM®), is bringing country music to the high seas with the ACM Live from the Red Barrel Lounge concert series*. On Caribbean voyages departing Galveston between February 9 and March 17, guests aboard Regal Princess will enjoy intimate live performances from some of country music’s most exciting emerging artists, including chart-topping singer and ACM Award nominee Kameron Marlowe, reigning ACM New Vocal Duo or Group of the Year Tigirlily Gold, and America’s Got Talent breakout stars Chapel Hart, along with other rising acts across several cruises sailing out of Galveston in early 2025 voyages.
More Brits plan to take a staycation than travel abroad this year
More Brits are planning to take a staycation in the UK in 2025 (52%) than travel abroad for a holiday (46%), new research from holiday park operator Away Resorts has revealed. When asked which region of the UK they would most love to visit in 2025, the top response was Scotland, followed by the South West and Wales. The next most desirable staycation locations were Yorkshire and the Humber, London, Northern Ireland and the North East of England, while the West Midlands was named the least desirable region to visit.
Edmonton’s 2025 Winter Festivals Celebrate The Frost And Bring The Fun
Known as Canada’s Festival City, Edmonton is set to captivate locals and visitors alike with an array of vibrant winter festivals in early 2025. Celebrating the city’s rich cultural heritage, artistic diversity, and love for outdoor adventure, these festivals transform Edmonton into a unique winter wonderland.
easyJet trials new paint that lowers the weight and fuel burn of the aircraft in a world first
easyJet has become the first airline in the world to trial a new state-of-the-art lower-weight paint, which will enable the operator to make further savings on fuel. easyJet and its partner Mankiewicz Aviation Coatings have developed a new system that reduces the amount of paint previously needed to create the iconic easyJet livery colours. The innovative solution has already been applied to 38 aircraft and will be rolled out gradually to easyJet’s entire fleet, with the airline due to complete the transition by 2030.
Technology and Innovation Theatre: rethinking the future of tourism with innovation and humanization
Between April 14th and 16th, 2025, Expo Center Norte, in São Paulo, will host WTM Latin America, the largest B2B event in the travel and tourism industry in Latin America. Recognized as an essential platform for business, networking and learning, the fair also stands out for fostering enriching debates and sharing good practices to support the improvement of professionals in the sector.
Rotana Announces Expansion Plans in KSA
Rotana unveiled its ambitious regional and international expansion plans at the Saudi Tourism Forum (STF)
STARLUX orders five more A350F freighters
STARLUX Airlines of Taiwan has placed a firm order with Airbus for five more A350F freighters. This doubles an initial order from the airline last year for five of the all-new cargo aircraft. The A350F fleet will be operated by STARLUX Cargo on some of the world’s busiest freight routes.
Delta employees to receive an average five weeks of pay in annual profit sharing
On the company’s Profit Sharing Day – aptly falling on Feb. 14, Valentine’s Day – eligible employees across Delta will receive an estimated payout of 10% of their eligible earnings, representing an average five weeks in additional pay.
The Great British Holiday Audit
Extensive report from airline easyJet and package holiday company easyJet holidays features contributions from travel expert and podcaster Holly Rubenstein, influencer Tonia Hope and travel blogger Vicky FlipFlop
Walt Disney World Offers Florida Residents Savings with a Discover Disney Ticket
As Florida residents ring in the New Year, they can discover joyful moments at Walt Disney World Resort with the return of the 4-day Florida Resident Discover Disney Ticket. There’s nothing like a Walt Disney World vacation. Walt Disney World provides a wide variety of ticket, dining and hotel options and promotional offers during the year to help families save on their vacations.
American joins Blue Lightning Initiative to continue fight against human trafficking
During National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, American Airlines announced it is expanding its collaboration with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Customs and Border Protection (CBP) by becoming a member of the Blue Lightning Initiative (BLI). This effort focuses on training airline and aviation personnel, ensuring they have the tools to better identify potential traffickers and victims.
Japan Unveils Powerful New Tax-Free Policy: Here’s What Tourists Need To Know
Japan is introducing a revamped tax-free system that changes the way international visitors can enjoy shopping savings.