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Rotterdam Welcomes Its First Doubletree by Hilton
DoubleTree by Hilton Rotterdam Centre opens its doors to guests following an extensive re-brand of one of the city’s iconic, landmark properties. The 265-room hotel, located at the base of Rotterdam’s Erasmus Bridge, is the latest addition to the growing DoubleTree by Hilton portfolio in Europe, and marks a first for the popular hotel brand in the Dutch city.
European Waterways Unveils the New Ultra Deluxe Hotel Barge Kir Royale
European Waterways celebrates the historic launch of their New Champagne Cruise, Kir Royale, an elegant 8 passenger luxury hotel barge, cruising the River Marne and the Canal latéral à la Marne in Champagne, with icons Maison Boizel, Maison Ayala, and Frerejean Frères as part of her week-long “Champagne Voyage”.
Desert & Delta Safaris Unveils its Transcendent Tsodilo Hills Sleep-Out Camp, Opening 15th September
Embark On A Transcendent Journey: Desert & Delta Safaris Unveils Tsodilo Hills Sleep-Out Camp – Opening 15th September 2024 Desert & Delta Safaris, pioneers in luxury responsible safari experiences in the heart of Botswana’s wilderness, is proud to introduce its latest immersive experience.
Cloudbeds redefines PMS with native business intelligence for hoteliers
Cloudbeds, a global leader in hospitality management software, has become the first property management system to provide hoteliers with a native and hospitality-specific business intelligence (BI) solution. Built entirely in-house, Cloudbeds Insights is native to the Cloudbeds PMS and is designed to reduce the hospitality sector’s reliance on industry-agnostic BI solutions, giving customers unprecedented data access and flexibility within their PMS.
Unveiling Luxury: The Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi
In the heart of the Indian Ocean, where the horizon meets endless blue, lies a beacon of unparalleled luxury and sophistication: the Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi. Recently crowned the “Indian Ocean’s Leading Luxury Island Resort 2024” at the esteemed World Travel Awards, this exquisite retreat has set a new standard for opulence and exclusivity in the Maldives.
Lufthansa remains a partner of Team Deutschland and Team Deutschland Paralympics
Deutsche Sport Marketing, which markets the rights for the German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB) and the German Disabled Sports Association (DBS), and Lufthansa Airlines are extending their partnership up to and including 2026. The German airline will therefore remain the official airline of Team Deutschland and Team Deutschland Paralympics. The DOSB and Lufthansa have been cooperating since 2005 and the partnership with the DBS since 2009.
Radisson Hotel Group adds three hotels to bolster portfolio in the Philippines
Radisson Hotel Group is delighted to announce the addition of three new hotels in the Philippines, adding more than 450 keys to its portfolio in three first and second-tier destinations – Cauayan City, Olongapo and Dasmarinas – to reaffirm its status as one of the country’s leading international hotel groups.
American Airlines renews subscription with Sabre PRISM
Sabre, a leading software and technology company powering the global travel industry, has announced that American Airlines has renewed its subscription to PRISM, Sabre’s industry-leading corporate travel contract management solution used by more than 30 of the world’s premier airlines.
Croatia Airlines takes delivery of its first A220 in new livery
Croatia’s flag carrier and a member of Star Alliance, Croatia Airlines, has taken delivery of its first A220-300 at Airbus Mirabel site, in Canada. This delivery is part of the renewal of the airline’s entire fleet with new-generation aircraft, the biggest project in the history of the company which is celebrating its 35th anniversary this year.
An All-Inclusive Awakening: Marriott Hotels Elevates the Art of Hospitality with New Cancun Resort
Marriott Hotels, the signature flag of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of more than 30 extraordinary brands, hasn’t just set the standard for hospitality, it’s raised it: innovating at every opportunity and earning the trust of travelers all around the globe. Building on its legacy, the brand is redefining the all-inclusive vacation with the grand opening of its newest property, Marriott Cancun, An All-Inclusive Resort. This debut marks a new era for Marriott Hotels as its first all-inclusive resort, inviting guests of all ages and generations to immerse themselves in enriching experiences, captivating entertainment, and vibrant local culture.
Next-gen ancillaries could save airlines from post-summer yield plunge, says InterLnkd
With inflation squeezing customers and airlines scrambling to fill seats, industry giants like Ryanair and Cathay Pacific are sounding the alarm: yields are likely to soften at the end of the summer. According to InterLnkd – the travel industry’s intelligent shopping mall partner – savvy airlines are already ahead of the curve, embracing innovative concepts to diversify their ancillary revenue streams.
Wildfires Increasingly Disrupt Camping Plans, Especially in the Pacific Northwest
The Dyrt, the No. 1 app for camping availability, photos and reviews, has found that 18% of campers reported that wildfires or natural disasters disrupted their camping plans in 2023. That’s three times more than the 6% who said their plans were disrupted in 2019, and indicates a steady rise over the past five years.