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Fairmont Le Ch Teau Frontenac Awarded 5 Green Keys by Green Key Global
In its ongoing pursuit of improvements in sustainable development, Fairmont Le Château Frontenac is honored to announce the achievement of its 5th Green Key awarded by Green Key Global, a prestigious recognition that reflects its deep commitment to the environment. This certification, along with its Biosphere certification obtained this year, highlights the iconic establishment’s sustained efforts to enhance its environmental impact while promoting sustainable tourism. Travelers will continue to enjoy unparalleled experiences that evolve in an eco-conscious environment.
4 Reasons to Hop on a Train and Visit Arras Before the End of 2024
Reached in just two hours by train from London via Lille, the town of Arras in Northern France offers a festival dedicated to fries, military history and culture, world-class craft beer and a superlative Christmas market… all for the taking before the year is out!
Fantastical Food Festival “Taste the Mediterranean” at Adriatic Luxury Hotels, Croatia
This October, Adriatic Luxury Hotels is proud to host the exclusive “Taste the Mediterranean” festival at the iconic Hotel Excelsior in Dubrovnik. For two unforgettable nights (October 3 – 4th 2024), guests will have the rare opportunity to experience the culinary mastery of renowned Michelin-starred chefs from Italy and France, alongside celebrated local Chefs Mate Matić (Hotel Bellevue) and Petar Obad (Hotel Excelsior).
Madeira Receives 5 Nominations at the World Travel Awards 2024
Madeira has once again been nominated in five different categories for the World Travel Awards 2024 (WTA). For this year’s awards, whose ceremony will take place on 24 November at the Savoy Palace Hotel in Funchal, the destination is nominated in the following categories: World’s Leading Adventure Destination; World’s Leading Festivals and Events Destination; World’s Leading Beach Destination; World’s Leading Destination Island and World’s Leading Tourism Board (Madeira Promotion Bureau).
HOTELISATION OF TRADITIONAL ASSETS
Occupants of commercial and residential buildings are no longer seen as tenants, but more as valued guests. With a growing focus on hotel-like services in real estate, investors, owners and operators are moving from single-use developments to hybrid hospitality and mixed-use projects. The hotelisation of traditional assets is a hot topic for the industry – and a key focus at FHS World next week. As the region’s largest, most influential hospitality and tourism summit draws near, industry leaders share their experience, expertise and advice on the shift from one-use assets to multi-function, all-encompassing developments.
Jamaica Earns US$3 Billion From Tourism Since January 2024
Tourism Awareness Week 2024 started on a positive note, highlighting the growth of Jamaica’s tourism industry in the face of both local and international threats, and its contribution to the wider economy. In his message marking the start of the week on September 22, during a thanksgiving service at Family Church on the Rock Montego Bay, Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett said last year Jamaica welcomed a record-breaking 4.29 million visitors and generated US$4.38 billion in earnings. He stressed that “based on preliminary figures, since the start of 2024 we have welcomed some 3 million stopover and cruise visitors to the island, earning approximately US$3 billion.”
oneworld names new VP of Membership and streamlines leadership structure
The oneworld® alliance announced today the appointment of Loren Neuenschwander in the new role of Vice President, Membership. A seasoned aviation leader with more than thirty years’ of international aviation experience, Neuenschwander spent 28 years with Delta Air Lines and joins the alliance most recently from the Boston Consulting Group.
Marriott International Signs Agreement with Sands China Ltd
Marriott International, Inc. and Sands China Ltd. are set to redefine luxury in Macao with the signing of an agreement to debut The Luxury Collection brand to the market. Anticipated to open in January 2025, Londoner Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Macao is poised to cater to the world’s discerning travelers, blending the brand’s authentic take on luxury with the city’s local charm to provide a unique and enriching travel experience.
Top Spots in Illinois for an Autumn Colours Road Trip
Enjoy Illinois’ Autumn Trip Planner and Fall Colour Report is now live, showcasing the best places across Illinois to see the brilliant colours flourish as the seasons change. Embark on an unforgettable road trip along Illinois’ seven scenic byways, stopping to see the beauty of the State Parks, meeting the wonderful makers from the Illinois Made program, and staying in some unique accommodations along the way.
Austria Hotel Collection: The Best Hotels for Skiing and Winter City Breaks
Skiing break, winter city trip or a mix of both – let us introduce you to the Austria Hotel Collection, a curated group of premier hotels perfect for any occasion. Skiing holiday or Christmas hopping in the city – a nice hotel to stretch your legs after an adventure-filled outdoorsy day is an essential part of every holiday. Therefore, it comes with little surprise that choosing the right accommodation takes up a great part of many travellers’ pre-trip planning. To make things a little easier, have a look at the Austria Hotel Collection - Every hotel on this list is unique, but they all exemplify the best in Austrian hospitality.
Royal Mansour Tamuda Bay Opens, Highlighting Morocco’s Lesser-Known Mediterranean Coast
The Royal Mansour Collection is delighted to announce the opening of its third property Royal Mansour Tamuda Bay on Morocco’s lesser-known Mediterranean coast, not far from Tangier and very close to Tetouan, renowned for its UNESCO World Heritage Site medina that reflects the Moorish and Andalusian influences unique to this part of the country.
Ha Giang: A Hidden Gem Recognized as Asia’s Leading Regional Cultural Destination at the 2024 WTA’s
In a stunning but well-deserved victory, Ha Giang—Vietnam’s northernmost province—has won the prestigious title of Asia’s Leading Regional Cultural Destination at the 2024 World Travel Awards. This recognition places Ha Giang firmly on the world map as an extraordinary travel destination, celebrated for its vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and authentic connection to the ethnic traditions that have thrived in this region for centuries.