Travel Industry News
Arabian Travel Market returns next week, with over 41,000 attendees expected
TM’s strategic partners - DET, Emirates, IHG Hotels & Resorts, and Al Rais Travel - offer insights into what attendees can expect at the 31st edition of the travel and tourism showcase. This year’s event will highlight entrepreneurship with the theme ‘Empowering Innovation: Transforming Travel Through Entrepreneurship’. ATM 2024 will feature over 2,300 exhibitors from more than 165 countries and is set to welcome new destinations, including China, Macao, Kenya, Guatemala, and Columbia
Jonathan Heastie Named Portfolio Director for RX UK’s Travel sector
RX UK is pleased to announce the appointment of Jonathan Heastie as Portfolio Director of its Travel sector. In his new role, Jonathan will lead the strategic development and growth of RX UK's portfolio of travel brands: World Travel Market WTM and Arabian Travel Market ATM.
Leading Hotelier Tim Kelly appointed as Property President of City of Dreams Macau
Melco Resorts & Entertainment has named former Wynn Palace and Atlantis Dubai executive Tim Kelly as Property President of City of Dreams Macau.
Saga Holidays launches new 2025 European programme
Saga Holidays has launched its new 2025 European programme, packed full of everything from Icelandic adventures to Croatian cruises. Each one has been designed to include insightful guided visits and eye-opening experiences. Various holiday types are included, from escorted tours, cruise and tour holidays and stay and explore holidays to small ship cruising, private jet tours plus solo tours. And, with dates available for 2024 and 2025, there’s something for those who prefer to book last-minute, as well as those who like to book ahead.
Air New Zealand unveils new short haul booking options
More choice and greater flexibility: Air New Zealand unveils new short haul booking options The airline has announced changes to its Seats to Suit offering from June, including a new suite of booking options for travelling between New Zealand and the Tasman or Pacific Islands.
TUI LAUNCHES NEW SPORTS PACKAGES
TUI has developed and launched specialist package holidays created exclusively for the TUI Palma Marathon Mallorca, taking place on 20th October 2024. The range of curated and customisable package options including flights, accommodation, transfers and race registration, are now available on the TUI website, TUI App in our retail stores and via our independent travel agent partners.
Highland Coast Hotels launches new travel itineraries on world-famous North Coast 500
Highland Coast Hotels has launched a series of new travel itineraries to help visitors plan the 'trip of a lifetime' on the world-famous North Coast 500 (NC500) in the Scottish Highlands from spring 2024.
New Zealand's Aro-Hā Wellness Retreat Joins Bitcoin Revolution
Taking time out just got a whole lot easier with Aro Hā Wellness Retreat in New Zealand now accepting Bitcoin (BTC) payments. Guests can now eliminate the cost of currency conversion and intermediary fees. For the past ten years the multi award-winning Aro Hā has been providing serious rejuvenation for burnt out global guests from executives to founders, creatives, adventure lovers, mid-lifers, first timers and old timers.
The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives Introduces Unforgettable Summer Camp for Kids
As the summer season approaches, The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives is offering young explorers a summer unlike any other with the launch of its annual Summer Camp for children. Running from July 1 to August 31, 2024, the program will be hosted at the Lil’ Shark Kids Club and throughout the resort, a secure and stimulating environment where kids aged 4-12 can learn, play, express themselves, and make new friends.
Exploring Its Roots: The Conte Club Reintroduces DNA Series Focusing on Heritage Travel
This coming July, as part of their 10 year anniversary celebrations, The Conte Club is excited to announce a widening of its travel product focusing on ancestry and heritage. Previously known as 'DNA Unwrapped' (as seen in Forbes, Vanity Fair, The Atlantic and Elle Magazine), this pioneering travel service offers travellers the opportunity to delve into their ancestral past and explore the roots of their heritage in a personalised and meaningful way through food culture and travel.
Enhancing Resilience: PATA Expands Tourism Destination Resilience Programme to Sarawak, Malaysia
PATA has expanded its Tourism Destination Resilience (TDR) Programme to Sarawak, Malaysia, aiming to bolster resilience and sustainability in the Asia Pacific tourism sector. As tourism rebounds from the COVID-19 pandemic, the focus on resilience is crucial to prevent reverting to pre-pandemic practices.
Trunk Bay in St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands, Named the #1 Beach by The World's 50 Best Beaches™
The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism is excited to announce that Trunk Bay, located on St. John, has been ranked number 1 on the prestigious list of The World's 50 Best Beaches™ 2024. Presented by Banana Boat, this annual list, curated by a panel of travel experts, influencers, and enthusiasts, showcases the most breathtaking and sought-after beaches around the globe. Trunk Bay's inclusion in this renowned ranking is a testament to its exceptional natural beauty and the unforgettable experiences it offers visitors.