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Tenerife’s New Hotel Openings for 2024
Tenerife, the largest and most diverse of Spain’s Canary Islands, is opening a wide range of quality hotels throughout 2024 – and thoroughly updating many others – highlighting its commitment to the renovation of the island’s hotel industry. Whether they’re staying in the verdant north or in the sunny south, in a luxury beach resort or in historic hotel, holidaymakers have now many more choices when deciding to visit Tenerife.
Paul Baker appointed as President of Atlantis, Kerzner International
Paul Baker, President of Atlantis, Kerzner International, has nearly 20 years of international leadership experience in integrated resort operations.
Europe’s Alternative Must-See Sports Revealed
Wife carrying championships, wine marathon and lake leaping contest top alternative summer sports Brits want to travel to Mud Olympics in Germany, Hobby Horse Championships in Finland and famous British Cheese rolling also feature on the list
South African Airways (SAA) has increased its number of flights to Mauritius
South African Airways (SAA) has increased its number of flights to Mauritius to meet the growing demand from travellers between South Africa and the tropical island destination.
Ethiopian Airlines’ MoU with Satarem Marks a New Era of Eco-Friendly Travel
Ethiopian Airlines Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Satarem America Inc. to partner on production and use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in Ethiopia. Satarem shall produce SAF in the country, and Ethiopian Airlines has agreed to acquire the SAF from Satarem. With this MoU, Ethiopian Airlines Group has solidified its commitment to sustainability. This strategic partnership marks a significant step Ethiopian Airlines is taking towards a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future.
SWISS appoints Julia Wetter-Studinka as its new Head of Regional Sales Switzerland
Julia Wetter-Studinka has been appointed as SWISS’s new Head of Regional Sales Switzerland. She will take up her duties on 1 September 2024. Wetter-Studinka, who presently serves as SWISS’s Head of Corporate & TMC Key Account Management, succeeds Marco Willa, who has assumed a new function as Head of Onboard Experience for the Lufthansa Group.
Discover the history of the original Czech lager at the unique Pilsner Urquell
The immersive audiovisual exhibition Pilsner Urquell: The Original Beer Experience, where the story of the famous Pilsner beer comes to life in a completely unique way, celebrates one year since its opening in the historic building on Wenceslas Square. The exhibition was visited by hundreds of thousands of visitors and it became one of the top 5 most visited tourist attractions in Prague.
RAS AL KHAIMAH’S AL HAMRA TARGETS OVERSEAS INVESTORS
Al Hamra, a pioneering lifestyle developer and real estate investment company in Ras Al Khaimah, will be targeting UK and GCC investors and residents via a special activation in London at the world’s leading luxury department store, Harrods.
Elite Havens Introduces Veyla Natai Beach 6: A New Standard of Luxury at Natai Residences, Phuket
Building on the success of integrating Veyla Natai Residences into its esteemed portfolio in 2022, Elite Havens proudly announces the addition of Veyla Natai Beach 6. Situated within the acclaimed Natai Residences in Phuket, this new villa sets a new benchmark for luxury accommodation in one of Thailand’s most coveted coastal destinations.
Singapore Changi Airport Reveals Positive H1 Results, With More Growth Projected Through 2024
Singapore’s Changi Airport – the world’s most awarded airport with 680 awards to its name – has today released new figures for the first half of 2024, showcasing sustained post-Covid recovery. Changi Airport registered 33 million passenger movements from January to June 2024, representing 99.4% recovery in passenger numbers compared to the same period in 2019, and exceeding 2023 figures at 120%.
UN Tourism and TUI Care Foundation Partner to Support African Artisans in Rural Areas
UN Tourism and TUI Care Foundation have solidified their ongoing partnership by signing an agreement at the UN Tourism headquarters in Madrid. The agreement focuses on empowering artists and artisans, particularly women and youth, in rural tourism destinations in Africa. With this new agreement, TUI Care Foundation becomes the first partner to support the pilot phase of the Tourism for Rural Development Small Grants Programme by UN Tourism.
Renowned Olympian And Five-Time World Champion Emma Igelström Partners With LUX* South Ari Atoll
LUX* South Ari Atoll, the award-winning Maldivian resort under The Lux Collective luxury global hospitality group, announces an exciting collaboration with acclaimed athlete and wellness expert Emma Igelström. Scheduled from 20 to 22 September 2024, this exclusive wellness weekend promises guests a transformative experience in holistic well-being.