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Cunard celebrates record bookings following Queen Anne launch
Cunard has announced record-breaking bookings following the highly anticipated launch of its new ship Queen Anne. The 3,000-guest vessel set sail on an historic maiden voyage on 3 May before returning to her homeport of Southampton on 24 May to begin her celebratory British Isles Festival voyage – which included a spectacular naming ceremony in Liverpool.
Belize Tourism Board Launches Groundbreaking ‘No Barriers Reef’ Project
The Belize Tourism Board (BTB) is proud to announce the launch of ‘No Barriers Reef,’ a pioneering initiative designed to make the breathtaking natural wonders of Belize accessible to every Belizean. This innovative project, which went live on Saturday, June 8, in honor of World Ocean Day, is a testament to Belize’s commitment to the appreciation and preservation of our oceans and natural heritage.
Qatar Airways Announces Global Partnership with Global Champions Arabians Tour
Qatar Airways is thrilled to be named the ‘Global Airline Partner’ of the esteemed Global Champions Arabians Tour 2024. This partnership marks a significant milestone in promoting the prestigious Arabian horse culture and excellence in equestrian sports globally.
British Airways customers invited to travel to London City Airport by boat
British Airways has teamed up with Uber Boat by Thames Clippers to offer a scenic journey to the airport with 25% off tickets and a complimentary drink on the Thames. Uber Boat by Thames Clippers is London’s River Bus service, stopping at 24 piers across the capital between Putney Pier in the west and Barking Riverside in the east.
Servantrip warns that Olympics could be transfer chaos
Servantrip, the world’s leading B2B tours, activities and transfer platform, highlights a significant challenge facing the travel industry during the upcoming Olympics: transfers.
RwandAir Cargo Expands its Network to Dubai and Djibouti
RwandAir Cargo is launching new services to Dubai and Djibouti, both operated by its dedicated freighter B737-8SF. The expansion is part of the airline’s mission to connect Africa and the world.
ETIHAD AIRWAYS AND EGYPTAIR SIGN MOU TO DEEPEN RELATIONSHIP
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, and Egyptair have signalled their intent to strengthen their partnership by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), to enhance commercial and operational ties to provide travellers with wider choices, higher quality services and increased value.*
SiteMinder and Cloudbeds partner to create new distribution and revenue opportunities for hotels
SiteMinder, the name behind the only software platform that unlocks the full revenue potential of hotels, and Cloudbeds, the leading platform redefining the concept of PMS for the hospitality industry, have established a strategic partnership to expand connectivity between platforms and create new revenue capabilities for more than 60,000 hoteliers globally.
interTouch appoints Rupinder Juttla as Head of Operations, EMEA and India
interTouch, the leading provider of cloud-based Internet and guest-facing technologies to the global hospitality industry, has announced the appointment of Rupinder Juttla as Head of Operations, EMEA and India. In this role, Mr Juttla will be responsible for operations and programme management as well as project delivery in the region.
Four Seasons Solidifies Global Culinary Leadership
Leading luxury hospitality company Four Seasons continues to set the standard for culinary excellence around the globe, celebrating its latest award wins in style and inviting guests to join in the excitement.
Emirates ramps up preparations for a seamless Hajj-centric experience
This Hajj season, Emirates is geared up to serve the large volume of pilgrims making their way from the airline’s global network through Dubai, to Jeddah and Medina to perform the once in a lifetime Muslim pilgrimage. Emirates has been working hard throughout every travel touchpoint of the journey to ensure comfortable experience, both in the air and on the ground for pilgrims heading to Makkah for this significant trip
British Airsleighs: New Lapland flights launching this winter
British Airways has added Lapland to its list, and checked it twice, as it prepares to launch new flights to Santa Claus’s home region this winter. Departing from London Gatwick, new twice-weekly flights will launch on 3 December 2024 and fly customers to Ivalo, which is home to Finland’s most northerly airport.