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Mulia Hotels Unveils New Website, Elevating the Digital Experience for Guests
Mulia Hotels, a leader in luxury hospitality, is delighted to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website, offering an enhanced and user-friendly experience for guests seeking extraordinary stays at both The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas – Nusa Dua, Bali and Hotel Mulia Senayan, Jakarta. The new platform reflects the sophistication and exclusivity of the Mulia Hotels brand, while delivering a seamless and convenient online journey for planning the perfect getaway or business stay.
Newmarket Holidays Launches New Four-Day André Rieu Itinerary at Three-Day Price
Newmarket Holidays has launched two new four-day tours to experience André Rieu’s stirring Maastricht summer series of hometown concerts in 2025, including a Eurostar package that is available at the same rate as the operator’s former three-day option.
Best Halloween Read - Lonely Planet’s Guide to Death
This Halloween take a thought-provoking journey with Lonely Planet’s Guide to Death, Grief, and Rebirth! The global travel expert has for the first time delved into the delicate and often taboo subject of death, in this unique and inspiring new title which examines how different communities and cultures around the world deal with loss, exploring the world’s most profound rituals and celebrations.
Cunard Announces Collaboration with Cuban Ballet Company Acosta Danza
Cunard has announced that the famous Cuban ballet company Acosta Danza will be on board Queen Victoria from May 26 – July 7, 2025, for a special six-week residency. The critically acclaimed company, founded by world-renowned ballerina Carlos Acosta, will perform two exclusive shows, which will be revealed closer to the time.
Embark on a Culinary Adventure With Aleenta Resorts’ Gastronomical Tour
Discover the flavours of Thailand with Aleenta Resort’s exclusive Gastronomical Tour. This unique offering takes you on a culinary journey through three stunning locations: Phuket-Phang Nga, Hua Hin-Pranburi, and Chiang Mai. Delight in local delicacies, participate in immersive cooking classes and explore vibrant markets, all while enjoying the luxurious amenities and serene settings of Aleenta Resorts. To fully embrace this extraordinary experience, Aleenta Resorts has tailored a two-night stay at each location with a variety of activities, allowing travellers ample time to explore and immerse themselves in the unique charms of each destination.
Unwrap the Festive Season With Raffles the Palm Dubai
Raffles The Palm Dubai, the iconic pink-hued palace on the Palm gears up for the winter season, welcoming visitors to escape the cold and enjoy guaranteed sunshine. Average temperatures are in the balmy mid-twenties, so guests can make the most of soaking up the sunshine and exploring the city. To celebrate the new season, guests can enjoy 15% off rooms or suites when booking a stay for three nights or more, which includes access to the spa and fitness facilities and the legendary 24-hour Raffles Butler Service. An additional 10% saving can be had when enrolling in the ALL Loyalty Programme.
Qatar Airways Hosted the 2024 Annual Investors’ Meeting in Doha
Qatar Airways hosted its 2024 Investors’ Meeting in Doha, Qatar under the theme of “New Era of Dynamic and Sustainable Partnership”. The world’s leading aviation finance organisations, including leasing, banking, and insurance businesses attended the meeting for a holistic overview of Qatar Airways Group’s financial results, fleet and network expansion, competitive differentiation, sustainability efforts, and employee engagement plans. The high-profile attendees were also presented with the airline’s vision for the 2024-2025 fiscal year and beyond.
Taiba Investments and Hilton to Introduce Madinah’s first Waldorf Astoria
Taiba Investments, a leader in Saudi hospitality and real estate, has unveiled a strategic partnership with Hilton to bring the iconic Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts brand to the holy city of Madinah. Signed during the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) World in Dubai, this agreement underscores Taiba Investments’ ongoing expansion into the high-end hospitality market and further reinforces the company’s commitment to elevating Saudi Arabia’s tourism sector by partnering with world-renowned hospitality companies such as Hilton.
SWISS First Lounge named World’s Best Airline Lounge for Dining for 2024
The SWISS First Lounge in Terminal E at Zurich Airport has been named the World’s Best Airline Lounge for Dining at the 2024 World Culinary Awards in Dubai. The distinction underlines the outstanding quality of the gastronomy that SWISS offers its guests in collaboration with its partner gategourmet.
Ready for the first snowflake: How American prepares for deicing season
Parts of the U.S. are still feeling nearly triple-digit temperatures, but the American team is well underway with training to prepare for deicing season, which officially starts Oct. 1. Because every minute counts when it comes to getting an aircraft out on time, American’s specially trained deicing teams work to free aircraft of snow, ice or frost in an average of nine minutes.
Virgin Atlantic reinvents Flying Club Every seat available with points
Virgin Atlantic has announced that Flying Club members will be able to pay for any seat onboard with Virgin Points. This is in addition to the launch of new Saver reward seats and increased points earn rates in Premium and Upper Class. From 30 October these enhancements will revolutionise the world of redemptions for Virgin Atlantic customers, continuing a long history of innovation in Flying Club, alongside our rewards club partner Virgin Red.
Choice Hotels relaunches Radisson Individuals as part of its portfolio of brands
Choice Hotels International, Inc. today announces the relaunch of Radisson Individuals in the Americas region as an upper upscale soft brand focused on full-service, boutique and independent hotels that stand apart for their distinctive local character and superior guest service. This latest major investment in the Radisson Hotels Americas brands since their acquisition in 2022 builds on Choice’s legacy as a pioneer of the soft brand segment and strengthens its portfolio with an offering that serves a fast-growing segment of travelers who value an immersive, one-of-a-kind hotel experience. Choice is now extending the brand to owners for the first time, marking another step in the company’s expansion in the upper upscale tier at a time of rising consumer demand in this space.