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Hyatt Regency Hainan Ocean Paradise Resort Welcomes Guests
Hyatt Hotels Corporation today announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Hainan Ocean Paradise Resort. The hotel is the stunning centerpiece of the new Hainan R&F Ocean Paradise, which is a large-scale, integrated resort that consists of Hainan R&F Ocean Paradise Resort, R&F Water Park and various marine-themed hotels.
Spirit Announces Stockholder Approval of Merger Agreement with JetBlue
Spirit Airlines, Inc. today announced that its stockholders approved the merger agreement with JetBlue Airways Corporation
Marriott International to Acquire City Express Brand
Marriott International announced today that it has reached an agreement with Hoteles City Express, S.A.B. de C.V. to acquire the highly regarded City Express brand portfolio, marking Marriott’s entry into the affordable midscale segment with its 31st brand.
2022 World Passenger Symposium to take place 1-3 November 2022 in Bahrain
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that ‘Unlocking Value Creation by Putting the Customer First’ will be the theme of the 2022 World Passenger Symposium (WPS). The event will take place 1-3 November 2022 in Bahrain with Gulf Air as the host airline.
YAS ISLAND PARTNERS COME TOGETHER TO RECREATE THE WORLD-CLASS DESTINATION IN THE METAVERSE
A coalition of key Abu Dhabi entities, including the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), Aldar, Miral, twofour54, Abu Dhabi Motorsports Management, Flash Entertainment and Yas Island, have come together to take Yas Island into the metaverse, as a first phase in placing Abu Dhabi in the virtual world.
Singapore Tourism Board partners with Warner Bros.
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and premier global media and entertainment company, Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), today announced a three-year partnership to collaborate on entertainment and lifestyle content
Innovations Influencing the Evolution of Business Travel, Meetings and Events
Around 1.3 million business trips are taken per year, according to the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA). Though this average decreased from 2020 to 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, people around the world are now eager to connect and return to in-person events and business travel.
eARRIVAL CARD to replace One Health Pass in Philippines
A new electronic ARRIVAL CARD (“eARRIVAL CARD”) has officially replaced the One Health Pass (OHP) as an entry requirement for arrival in the Philippines.
Air New Zealand improves offering on longer Tasman and Island services
From 30 October, all new Economy bookings made on Air New Zealand’s Tahiti, Perth and Honolulu services will enjoy the full-inflight service offering
Premier Inn teams up Emirates Autism Centre for new Force for Good campaign
Premier Inn has teamed up with the Emirates Autism Centre for a new, long-term collaboration under its Force for Good campaign.
A Celebration of International Cuisine at Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara
Taste the world this November on an extraordinary culinary journey with leading chefs from across the globe. A week-long event takes place at Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara in Oman, captivating local diners and visitors with a diverse array of international cuisine.
PATA GEARS UP FOR ITS FIRST FORUM IN THE MIDDLE EAST
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), the not-for-profit travel trade association serving government, tourism offices, hotels, airlines and other travel-related companies within the Asia Pacific region, has announced the programme for its 2022 Annual Summit set to take place from 25-27 October 2022 in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE.