Travel News
Auro Hotels appoints Jennifer Stilwell VP of Marketing
Thu, 20 Jan 2022 11:17:00 +0200A high- level strategic thinker and key contributor to the creative process, Jen is arguably one of the travel and tourism industry’s most knowledgeable and decorated brand strategists in destination brand marketing.
Malaysia Airlines appoints Goldair as its General Sales Agent in Greece
Thu, 20 Jan 2022 11:10:00 +0200The GSA’s role is to build MAB’s strong position in Greece by conducting efficient and strategic commercial activities to establish and reinforce MAB’s brand awareness in the local market, while focusing on maximising revenues from ticket sales through the Greek Market and encouraging trade partners to select and use Malaysia Airlines as a first-choice airline.
Situ and the Association of Serviced Apartment Providers announce partnership with Talent Beyond Boundaries
Thu, 20 Jan 2022 11:07:00 +0200This new partnership will help to address both the shortage of talent in the UK and a major humanitarian crisis around the globe.
Spiritual wellness travel to sooth travellers need for connections
Thu, 20 Jan 2022 11:02:00 +0200In Spring 2022 popular American author of The Art of Pilgrimage, filmmaker and mythologist, Phil Cousineau will lead intimate groups on modern-day pilgrimages to beautiful Italy, Greece and Hydra Island.
La Coleccion Resorts by Fiesta Americana shares top-travel trends and program up
Thu, 20 Jan 2022 10:55:00 +0200With over 30 properties in its portfolio, the hotelier revamps both its Travel with Confidence and La Colección Rewards programs to safeguard visitors and incentivize travel advisors.
Allegiant Air enlists Bookingpal to support its growing inventory of vacation rentals
Thu, 20 Jan 2022 10:50:00 +0200Affordable airline provides OTA options for travelers in one-stop-shop.
The Georges announces new General Manager, Sales Manager and one promotion
Thu, 20 Jan 2022 10:45:00 +0200John Gomes appointed to general manager at boutique hotel in Lexington, VA.
Football price data study reveals best destinations for football tourists to visit
Thu, 20 Jan 2022 10:41:00 +0200A new data study on this topic, The 2022 Football Price Index, analyses ticket prices, players’ market values and the overall value fans in different countries receive to identify where it’s priciest to watch football, and where fans get the best value for money.
Madeira, Portugal announces new schedule for first-ever direct flights from the U.S.
Thu, 20 Jan 2022 10:35:00 +0200Madeira revises operations schedule for direct flights between New York and Funchal this Spring.
Marriott Bonvoy is recruiting three travelers to journey through its 30 extraordinary brands
Thu, 20 Jan 2022 10:29:00 +0200As the ultimate host, the global travel leader is giving explorers a once-in-a-lifetime trip around the world.
Are you a ‘busy explorer’ or ‘quality time seeker’? Study splits travellers according to time use and environmental impact
Thu, 20 Jan 2022 10:24:00 +0200Busy explorers, represented by younger individuals who work full-time, prefer the fastest travel to/from a destination in order to maximise their time away.
Daxton Hotel announces the appointment of new Managing Director, Raj Radke
Thu, 20 Jan 2022 10:20:00 +0200Raj takes the helm bringing 20 plus years of global luxury hospitality experience and will work closely with the ownership and the Daxton team to further elevate the guest experience and introduce programming and activations that celebrate the essence of this iconic hotel and the affluent Birmingham community it adorns.
Travel insurers warn against buying a policy for 5G rollout
Thu, 20 Jan 2022 10:14:00 +0200Travel insurance comparison site, Squaremouth.com, says coverage may be available for policyholders who are impacted, but urges against rushing to buy a policy now.
Mastercard launches Tourism Innovation Hub in Spain
Thu, 20 Jan 2022 10:05:00 +0200Based in Madrid with the support of the Government of Spain, Mastercard will help drive a global sustainable and inclusive recovery for tourism. The Tourism Innovation Hub will carry out research, leverage data insights and co-design technology solutions for the sector, utilizing Mastercard tools and network.
Palladium Hotel Group to debut TRS Ibiza Hotel this Summer
Thu, 20 Jan 2022 09:53:00 +0200This exciting all-inclusive property will be located on the west coast of Ibiza alongside Cala Gració and Cala Gracioneta.
Pebble Beach Company mourns the passing of Richard J. (Dick) Ferris, longtime Co-Chairman of the Board
Thu, 20 Jan 2022 09:48:00 +0200A celebration of life will be held on February 11, from 1:00 – 4:00pm at the Pebble Beach Resorts Beach and Tennis Club.
Hotel Room Service leaps into the future with much-needed revamp from digital menu platform Breeze
Thu, 20 Jan 2022 09:42:00 +0200Hotels with in-house restaurants are using Breeze to increase room service revenue and provide a better experience for their guests.
Navika Group of Companies acquires 253-room Andaz Wall Street in New York
Thu, 20 Jan 2022 09:35:00 +0200Navika intends to invest approximately $5 million into the hotel, which has rebranded to Hyatt Centric Wall Street New York.
Czech Airlines technics to expand its co-operation with leasing companies
Thu, 20 Jan 2022 09:31:00 +0200Their number has been growing steadily, and a new service model of one-stop-shop maintenance has been created to suit their needs.
Statement on rollout of C-band 5G near airports in the U.S.
Thu, 20 Jan 2022 09:27:00 +0200IATA urges the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to recognize the needs and recommendations of the aviation community in deploying C-band 5G.
HotelREZ partners with Cvent
Thu, 20 Jan 2022 09:23:00 +0200Cvent Transient (formerly Lanyon), is an all-in-one platform through which HotelREZ members can attract, manage, and measure their corporate business; helping properties drive more awareness, maximise leads, and achieve their transient revenue goals.
Global Hotel Alliance encourages customers to experience hotels at home and away with 'Million D$ Giveaway'
Thu, 20 Jan 2022 09:20:00 +0200The introduction of the industry’s first digital rewards currency, as part of the redesign of GHA DISCOVERY, will support the organic rebound of travel and hospitality in 2022.
Southwest Airlines now available on KAYAK for Business
Wed, 19 Jan 2022 11:34:00 +0200KAYAK for Business adds new features including the ability to change or cancel travel plans and pay for a trip with travel funds.
Juniper partners with Pruvo to help Juniper ́s customers increase profitability
Wed, 19 Jan 2022 11:30:00 +0200Partnership will allow Juniper ́s customers to increase hotel booking profitability by 36% on average.
Uganda Airlines wins the "ch-aviation World's Youngest Aircraft Fleet Award 2022"
Wed, 19 Jan 2022 11:26:00 +0200To determine which airlines currently operate and which lessors manage the youngest aircraft fleet, ch-aviation maintains an extensive aircraft fleet database consisting of more than 4,700 active airlines, more than 65,000 aircraft, and 1,000 lessors worldwide.
Spirit Airlines appoints Linde Grindle as Chief Human Resources Officer
Wed, 19 Jan 2022 11:16:00 +0200Prior to joining Spirit, Grindle served as Chief Talent Officer at Optum, a health services and innovation company that is part of the UnitedHealth Group.
Stockholmsmässan chosen as venue for Stockholm+50
Wed, 19 Jan 2022 11:10:00 +0200Later that same week, World Environment Day will be organized on June 5. It is the UN’s main tool for encouraging worldwide awareness and action to protect our planet.
Avani Hotels & Resorts makes Omani debut with the opening of Avani Muscat Hotel
Wed, 19 Jan 2022 11:06:00 +0200On the residential side, 45 studios and one, two- and three-bedroom serviced apartments bring Avani's fresh, forward-looking aesthetic to one of Muscat's most dynamic neighbourhoods.
Last year 1.3 million passengers travelled through Tallinn Airport
Wed, 19 Jan 2022 11:00:00 +0200In total, in 2021 Tallinn Airport provided services to 1,300,572 persons, which is 50% more than in the previous year, but 60% less than in 2019.
Nobu Hospitality to launch a hotel and restaurant on the stunning island of Santorini, Greece
Wed, 19 Jan 2022 10:56:00 +0200Nobu Hospitality has entered a long-term management agreement with MonteRock International (MRI), a group with over 25 years of experience in a variety of core industries including hospitality, media, food & beverage, real estate, banking, and industrial technology.
Western Cape on 27% recovery in International trips for December 2021
Wed, 19 Jan 2022 10:46:00 +0200Early airport data shows 27% recovery in international trips for December 2021, compared to December 2019.
Katowice Airport passenger traffic and investments during 2021
Wed, 19 Jan 2022 10:41:00 +0200The most popular regular routes last year: Dortmund (143.1 thousand passengers), London-Luton (67.4 thousand), London-Stansted (43.9 thousand), Warsaw (38.1 thousand) and Cologne-Bonn (37.5 thousand).
2021 global air passenger totals show improvement from 2020, but still only half pre-pandemic levels
Wed, 19 Jan 2022 10:31:00 +0200Global seat capacity offered by airlines improved by 20 percent during the same period, exceeding the growth in passenger demand. The overall passenger load factor in 2021 stood at 68 percent, compared to 82 percent in 2019, and airlines worldwide incurred losses of $324 billion following $372 billion in 2020.
ETOA plans for tourism recovery in UK in conjunction with UKinbound
Wed, 19 Jan 2022 10:25:00 +0200Britain and Ireland Marketplace in person, 28 January 2022; Britain and Ireland Marketplace online, 1 February 2022.
The rise of Slow Travel: The best destinations for meaningful travel experiences around the world
Wed, 19 Jan 2022 10:21:00 +0200For anyone looking for a slower pace of travel, specialist adventure travel provider Rainforest Cruises has highlighted some of the best destinations around the world to immerse yourself in.
TrueNoord leases two new ATR42-600s to Silver Airways, expanding relationship and US footprint
Wed, 19 Jan 2022 09:49:00 +0200"Following the successful delivery of an ATR72-600 earlier in 2021, we welcome the opportunity to further develop our relationship with Silver Airways through the leasing of these brand-new aircraft” Garry Topp, Sales Director - Americas, TrueNoord.
Voxel presents the latest news related with Payment Manager at Fitur 2022
Wed, 19 Jan 2022 09:43:00 +0200Voxel attends Fitur with the clear objective of encouraging innovation in the area of B2B payments in the travel sector using Payment Manager.
Avelo Airlines begins new nonstop service from Sarasota-Bradenton to Southern Connecticut
Wed, 19 Jan 2022 09:39:00 +0200Avelo is the first airline to offer nonstop flights between HVN and Florida. Avelo's arrival to HVN also marked the largest expansion of service at HVN in more than 30 years.
The 10 British cities with the top-rated cultural attractions for 2022
Wed, 19 Jan 2022 09:34:00 +0200Cultural attractions give us some much-needed escapism, and we can definitely appreciate that now more than ever. Every city has its fair share of sights to see, but which cities offer the absolute best?
The Andante Inn of Sedona caters to guest demands for secure access to personalized guestroom entertainment with BeyondTV GuestCast
Wed, 19 Jan 2022 09:30:00 +0200Arizona-based property ensures guests can easily and safely access virtually any personalized streaming subscription of choice on guestroom televisions.
Gonzalo Rodriguez Fernandez-Diez appointed General Manager of Puente Romano Beach Resort & Nobu Hotel Marbella
Wed, 19 Jan 2022 09:25:00 +0200In his new role, Gonzalo will be responsible for leading both Puente Romano and Nobu Hotel Marbella’s strategic development and customer experience while overseeing all aspects of the resort.
TDF signed a MoU with Deutsche Hospitality
Tue, 18 Jan 2022 12:51:00 +0200Tourism Development Fund signs exclusive agreement with Deutsche Hospitality to launch the first Steigenberger Porsche Design Hotels in the Middle East.
Humberside – Jersey flights added for Summer 2022 by Eastern Airways
Tue, 18 Jan 2022 12:45:00 +0200Operated in partnership with CI Travel Group and Premier Holidays, the service from Eastern Airways home base will complement the Aberdeen service that has operated continuously from the Humber region airport since 1997.
Indie Campers serves over 100,000 travelers in 2021
Tue, 18 Jan 2022 12:40:00 +0200Domestic travel continues to dominate the campervan rental industry as another year of COVID impacts all sectors within. Indie Campers success in 2021 paves the way for its enterprising expansion plan for 2022.
Karisma Hotels & Resorts celebrates the grand opening of Margaritaville Island Reserve Cap Cana
Tue, 18 Jan 2022 12:35:00 +0200Joined by top company executives and Dominican Republic elected officials, the event featured an opening speech by President Luis Abinader.
David Taylor appointed Chief Executive Officer of Lore Group
Tue, 18 Jan 2022 12:32:00 +0200The appointment is announced as the group prepare to open One Hundred Shoreditch, the company’s sixth hotel and second in London.
Carnival Cruise Line resumes guest operations from Chareston with Carnival Sunshine
Tue, 18 Jan 2022 12:27:00 +0200Carnival Sunshine is sailing year-round from Charleston, offering a variety of cruises to The Bahamas and the Caribbean.
Britons race to the slopes as easyJet sees lift in bookings for Europe’s ski destinations
Tue, 18 Jan 2022 12:19:00 +0200Removal of the French tourism ban has ‘peaked’ Britons’ interest in ski getaways, with easyJet seeing a 600% lift in last minute UK flight bookings to French ski resort destinations following the announcement. The airline also saw a 386% lift in UK winter bookings to Switzerland immediately after the announcement.
Market leader VDA Group acquires 53% of US-based Telkonet
Tue, 18 Jan 2022 12:15:00 +0200An important step in the creation of a Group that places people at the center of smart technology evolution in the world of Hospitality.
SeaDream Yacht Club announces State-of-the-Art Renovations
Tue, 18 Jan 2022 12:09:00 +0200Significant investment in refurbishment reflects SeaDream’s commitment to the guest luxury experience.
