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As an industry we need to work collaboratively to reach sustainability goals: Suyin Lee
Lee is big fan of community led tourism; it provides much needed tourism revenue for development. On the other hand, trends indicate that people want more immersive, unique and cultural…
The meaning of “X” in Hotelbeds’ group brand HBX Group
The introduction of group brand, HBX Group marks a strategic shift in Hotelbeds’ vision, as outlined by Carlos Muñoz, Commercial Chief Officer of HBX Group, shedding light on key motivations…
HBX Group offers innovative financial solutions tailored to travel
As HBX Group enters the FinTech space, Daniel Nordholm, Managing Director for FinTech & Insurance, HBX Group, provides a comprehensive overview of the company's immediate plans and…
Providing the ultimate solution to travel pain points
In an interview with Pippa Williamson, VP for Commercial-APAC at HBX Group, she claims that a pivotal aspect of HBX Group's success lies in its approach to building enduring relationships…
When will Middle East travellers return to UK and what lies ahead when they return?
VisitBritain is looking at positioning the country’s appeal as a tourism destination, improving its ranking in the eyes of international travellers and increasing visitor spending in all…
Sailing ahead: River cruises are ready to bounce back
Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection and U By Uniworld is planning to introduce new ships for 2021 as well as restarting holiday planning again with introduction of itineraries this…
Taking Hilton’s ambitious plan forward in Southeast Asia
Hilton’s vice-president of operations in Southeast Asia, Paul Hutton, catches up with Travel Daily Media about overseeing forty-three hotels across nine markets and driving the brand's…
Our expansion in mid-2021 will set AYANA apart: Stefan Fuchs
A true passion for innovation with a keen ability to inspire and instill passion in his team members on both an executive and front-of-house level is what best describes Stefan Fuchs, the…
Conservatorium: Hotel for lovers of design, history and finer things in life
Built in the late 19th century, the Conservatorium in Amsterdam, was originally a bank before becoming a 20th-century music school and now has been transformed into five-star Leading Hotel…
Kilit Hospitality Group sets the record straight on young girl that died in one of its luxury resorts
2019 is a bit of a quiet year for Kilit Hospitality Group, but earlier this month, one of the luxury hotels under its umbrella received a disturbing complaint.
The message is in the post!
They say you can take the man out of Italy, but not the Italian out of the man. Impeccably dressed, suave, and fresh-off an early plane from Singapore, Giovanni welcomed an espresso and is…
Prague conventions poised to grow
A destination where history and culture meet exceptional technology and modernism, Prague has undergone a radical change over the last two decades. Having celebrated its 10th anniversary…
Octa founder Zara Khanna is a little girl with big dreams
Move and give way! Zara Khanna is on her way to conquer the travel tech industry with travel chatbot Octa that helps kids and parents find cool things to do and epic places to visit when…
Environment-friendly culture: Discovery Shores Boracay embraces sustainability
“We can close Boracay every year, but if the people will not change, it will be all for naught.” Those are the inspiring words of Joegil Magtanggol Escobar, interim manager of Discovery…
WebBeds CEO on company restructure: “It was effective though not exactly efficient”
When Webbeds recently hosted a series of workshops with Tourism Switzerland in Bangkok recently I was able to grab an interview with the Asia with CEO Daryl Lee and grill him on the…
Why customers “are only #7 on an airline’s list of priorities”
As the world’s very first multi-carrier booking system, Air Black Box is in the business of empowering airlines with the ability to “truly cross-merchandise their products”
Why “success is never final” at Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park
Bob Fabiano first joined Marriott back in 1972, and in that time he made his way up the company ranks, travelled the world, and worked in five continents. Now in his capacity as GM Bangkok…
Mövenpick’s Mark Willis on how to harness the power of millennials
With the news that Mövenpick will open 11 hotels and resorts across nine countries during 2018 landing last week, I headed down to the ambitious brand's Bangkok office to meet Mark Willis,…
Banyan Tree Samui – GM Remko Kroesen on expansion, expats & corporate social responsibility
Following stints as a GM with Hilton, Hyatt and Regent Hotels & Resorts, Aussie born Remko Kroesen hit Thailand as the general manager for Banyan Tree Samui. I got the low down on his…
Aviation Festival Asia 2018: introducing HappyOrNot APAC director Chris Armstrong
Aviation Festival Asia is coming into land this Tuesday and as part of my previews of the we speak to HappyOrNot APAC director Chris Armstrong, to find out more about how he got to play…
Herman Wegmueller reveals scale of MG Group expansion plans
Already Southeast Asia’s biggest bedbank, MG Group is not resting on its laurels and is intent on getting bigger and bigger. With it’s home territory wrapped up, MG has lofty ambitions and…
“Stay inspired” GM Mark Meaney discusses the importance of MICE at Conrad Seoul
Following the addition of Conrad Seoul to the city's International Finance Centre, five years ago, the hotel has very quickly gone on to establish itself as one of the main players in the…
Book, bid and win: UpsellGuru enhances up-selling strategy for hoteliers
UpsellGuru, based in Germany with a satellite office in Malaysia, has become a favourite of boutique chains and independent brands in the luxury side of hospitality for this reason. Launched…
Start-up led by ‘wonder twins’ keeps vacation rental managers in touch with guests
Twins & former vacation rental hosts Amiad & Koby Soto realised the need for an all-in-one technological solution to manage & automate logistics in Guesty.
Can hoteliers trust TrustYou?
Hospitality and travel professionals should not miss this Q&A with CEO and co-founder Benjamin Yost
Young travel tech rock star seeks to connect traveller and hotelier needs
We sat down with Tink Labs founder and CEO Terence Kwok to learn why this sharp-eyed Hong Kong native and his product have both reached rock-star status in the hospitality and tourism scene.
Start-up carves its own niche in the alternative accommodations scene
We recently touched base with Valéry Linÿer, CEO and founder of MagicStay, to show us how a rental platform dedicated to business travellers holds its own.
TravelKoin the new blockchain travel service: “In terms of innovation and disruption, this is huge”
The problems with business to business payments in the travel industry are numerous and abundant. A single booking from a travel agent, inclusive of flights and accommodations, can pass…
“Every musician is born an entrepreneur” – how piano theory helps the founder of a messaging start-up
We got in touch with Unified Inbox CEO and founder Toby Ruckert, to figure out how seemingly disparate interests could create a platform that allows for a harmonious relationship between…
Nick Hughes of dnata Travel reveals the company’s plans for the year ahead
Travel Daily catches up with Nick Hughes, sales director of dnata Travel B2B Europe.
‘Talk less, listen more:’ Harnessing data out of customer sentiment with Twistar
Twistar, a mobile device that harnesses feedback into actionable data, provides engagement that businesses can customise & customers can enjoy.
Luc Delafosse of Jumeirah Carlton Tower updates on one of London’s leading luxury hotels
Travel Daily catches up with Luc Delafosse, regional vice president Europe and general manager of Jumeirah Carlton Tower, London.
What does your role involve and how long…
Q&A with new self-drive company Yonda
Travel Daily speaks with James Kafton, co-founder of London's self-drive sightseeing experience, Yonda.
What is Yonda and when did it launch?
I’m proud to say that Yonda is…
Demystifying air travel with Mystifly
Mystifly has become the definitive anywhere-to-anywhere B2B global airfare marketplace.
Joining offbeat trips is serious business: Q&A with Tripkada CEO April Cuenca
I recently sat down with Tripkada's April Cuenca to learn more about how both she and the startup she built are disrupting the Philippine travel industry.
Q&A: European Waterways
Travel Daily catches up with Mark Robinson, sales & reservations manager at luxury hotel barge operator European Waterways.
What does your role include and how long have you…
Pace keeps hotel prices in step with market demand
Pace promises that it will allow hotels to work less in order to change rates more frequently and accurately thanks to its platform's AI and analytics tech.
Q&A with Arthur Kiong – CEO of Far East Hospitality
As one of the biggest players in the uber-competitive Singaporean travel market, it stands to reason they would have a CEO with a profile to match. Travel Daily sits down with Arthur Kiong…
Do as the locals in Asia do with the Be app
Ryan shared that the Be app’s secret lies in keeping the balance between what visitors want and what locals recommend. ‘It’s important that the Be app stays authentic in terms of locations…
Opening Asia to branded budget stays, one RedDoorz at a time
RedDoorz aims to be the Uber of budget accommodation: its ecosystem allows owners of unbranded spaces to showcase their properties & reach out to travellers who want to avail of quality…
Q&A: Colin Piper, CEO of Discover Dominica Authority
Travel Daily catches up with Colin Piper, CEO of Discover Dominica Authority to hear about the island post-Hurricane Maria.
Following Hurricane Maria, what is the current status of the…
Q&A: Vivek Katheriya at Traveltek Group Ltd
Traveltek is a technology provider for the global travel industry and in Q4 2017, opened a Middle East headquarters in Dubai. The UK company’s regional sales manager for India and MENA,…
Q&A: Setouchi Tourism Authority
Travel daily catches up with Tomohiro Muraki, director of the Setouchi Tourism Authority.
What is your role and how long have you held it?
Since 2013, I have led the…
Packdat start-up! Disrupting the travel market with Felix Lee
Felix Lee Zheng De looks like any other Singaporean engineering student: lanky, bespectacled, wearing jeans and trainers, raring to go anywhere. What sets this twenty-something apart is that…
Q&A with the GM of the new SALA Samui Chaweng Beach Resort – Erwin van der Veen
Travel Daily spoke to the dynamic Dutchman to find out his thoughts on the industry in Koh Samui, what to expect from SALA’s latest resort and how he plans to make an impact on the popular…
Q&A: Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Q&A Brenda Collin, managing director, Preferred Hotels & Resorts UK, Ireland, The Nordics & The Netherlands
What is your role and how long have you held it?
For…
Q&A with Banyan Tree Bangkok GM – Nopparat Aumpa
This week,Travel Daily catches up with the glamorous general manager of the iconic hotel, to discuss the past, present and future of Thai tourism.
Q&A: ANTOR chairman
Travel Daily catches up with the chairman of ANTOR, Tracey Poggio.
What is the purpose of ANTOR (the Association of National Tourist Offices and Representatives)?
ANTOR's…
Q&A: Neil Barclay, Viking Cruises
Travel Daily catches up with Neil Barclay, head of sales at Viking Cruises UK.
What does your role include and how long have you held it?
I've been head of sales for eight years,…
Q&A: with Jean-Francois Moracchini, General Manager for Cachet Resort Dewa Phuket
Travel Daily catches up with Cachet Resorts’ go-getting new signing to get the low-down on Cachet Resort Dewa Phuket, ahead of its December launch.
Q&A: Texas Tourism, UK & Ireland
Travel Daily Media catches up with Sara Ellis, account manager for Texas Tourism, UK & Ireland.
What is your role and how long have you held it?
My current position is…
Q&A: Grenada Tourism Authority
Travel Daily Media catches up with Patricia Maher, CEO at the Grenada Tourism Authority.
What is your role and how long have you held it?
I oversee the Grenada Tourism…
Q&A with Rachel Grier, Asia-Pacific managing director for IDeaS Revenue Solutions
Travel Daily sat down with Rachel to discuss tech, MICE and how IDeaS Revenue Solutions has released the potential of “free sell”.
Q&A: Aicard Guinovart, Catalan Tourist Board
Travel Daily Media catches up with Aicard Guinovart, director of Catalan Tourist Board for UK and Ireland.
What is your role and how long have you held it?
I was…
Q&A with Janet McNab:The Macao based MD who is always up for a good challenge
The managing director of Sheraton Grand Macao Hotel and The St. Regis Macao, Cotai Central talks shop with Travel Daily.
Q&A: Haitham Matter, Ras Al Khaimah Development Authority
Travel Daily Media catches up with Haitham Matter, Ras Al Khaimah Development Authority during WTM 2017.
How is tourism Ras Al Khaimah performing?
Our ongoing commitment…
Q&A with Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa, Nai Yang Beach
Travel Daily catches up with David Ippersiel, GM of the Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa, Nai Yang Beach, for a rundown of the last year, the importance of MICE and plans for the future.
Face to Face: Brian Sinclair-Thompson and Deborah Haines
People, quality, integrity and delivery are at the core of Discover the World’s philosophy. And the global travel services and distribution company, has developed a rather enviable…
Q&A: Gary Jacobs, founder of Spinning Globe
What is Spinning Globe?
Spinning Globe is a unique website which integrates both a consumer travel inspiration site, with a travel trade training and marketing platform.
My aim…
Q&A with Amadeus – inclusive and accessible travel for all
Elizabeth Aston, senior advisor in industry affairs at Amadeus tells Travel Daily Media about the need for better accessible travel services.
Why is Amadeus encouraging the industry…
Q&A: Michelle Daniels, Voyages to Antiquity
Travel Daily catches up with Michelle Daniels, head of commercial at Voyages to Antiquity, to hear more about the cultural cruise line.
What does your role involve and how long…
Face-to-face: Clinton Lovell, general manager of Avani Atrium Bangkok
1) Tell us a bit about AVANI Hotels?
AVANI Hotels are the new upscale brand of Minor Hotels. Today there are 18 AVANI hotels with seven more due to open in the next year or 18 months…
Q & A with Javine Tan, business development manager, for Traveltek Group Ltd in SE Asia
UK travel technology specialist Traveltek has opened a Singapore office,
marking its foray in South-East Asia – a market where its advanced solutions can help the travel industry keep pace…
Get the GNOW-how
Cherie Richards, commercial director at The Global Travel Group tells Travel Daily UK about GNOW.
The Global Travel Group Conference recently launched The Global Network of Women…
Q&A with Zyel Abraham, cruise trade executive, Saga
Q&A with Zyel Abraham, cruise trade executive, Saga.
Zyel has worked at Saga for 16 years dealing with both holidays and cruises in various roles within the call centre including…
Q&A: The Lone Travellers
Margaux Marshall, a digital product manager, has created a travel website and community for solo travellers which is due to launch this week. She tells Travel Daily all about it.
What is…
Q&A with VisitDallas and the Fort Worth CVB
Travel Daily catches up with Mark Thompson, VP of tourism at VisitDallas, and Mitch Whitten, VP of marketing and communications at Fort Worth CVB.
How have UK visitor…
Q&A: Luke Smith, head of international sales, Carnival Cruise Line
What does your role entail and how long have you held it?
I moved in to this role in January 2017 and the main focus of my role is to work with the trade partners we have in all of…
Fitch: Strong Cruise Demand Supports Positive Industry Outlook
New York, NY – September 2017 / Newsmaker Alert / Strong occupancy and pricing for global cruise operators across most major markets will support industry fundamentals and positive sector…
What You Should See And Do in Ireland
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XSxK5-q-Ij4So, travel bloggers coming to Ireland. You need to stay at least two weeks because there is so much to do. There's lots of stuff to do in the…
The Best Chocolate Shop in San Diego
Welcome to Travels With Lindsey
Meet Lindsey O’Connor, self-described writer, traveler, storyteller and creator of Travels With Lindsey. After traveling to Seville, Spain during a…
New in Colorado Ski Country for Winter 2017-18
Colorado Ski Country USA (CSCUSA) member resorts will open for the 2017-18 ski season with new events, offerings, investments and capital improvements to continue providing a…
Q&A with Peter Whittle, global sales director, Traveltek
Traveltek is a technology provider for retail and online travel agents, Global sales director, Peter Whittle explains why the UK travel tech specialist is a perfect fit for niche operators…
Q&A with Justin Stanton, sales and marketing director for Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
What does your role include and how long have you held it?
I have worked at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines for over a decade now and I have had a variety of jobs with the company in that time.…
Q&A with Justin Banon, director, Priority Pass
What are the membership benefits with Priority Pass?
When we launched in 1992, we were the first company in the world to offer airport lounge access to travellers, regardless of the…
Q&A: Louise Tansey national sales manager at Bourne Leisure
Can you give us an update on Bourne Leisure and its three brands?
2017 has been another excellent year for Bourne Leisure. Bookings are strong, our relationships and investments…
Face-to-Face: Gordon Oldham
This week, Travel Daily catches up with Gordon Oldham, the lawyer, entrepreneur, adventurer and philanthropist created who created The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts...
Q) For our…
Face-to-Face: Alex Stuart, general manager at Novasol UK
What's the secret to Novasol’s success?
I believe the key to NOVASOL’s success over the past 50 years comes down to our core values: quality, service and reliability.
The holiday…
Q&A: André Martel, european market manager, QuébecOriginal
How have UK visitor statistics compared this year with last?
The overall figures in 2016 compared to 2015 show an increase of +8.43%.
Has the tourist office launched any new…
Q&A with Ian Scott from AMG
Ian Scott is group managing director at representation and marketing agency AMG (Advantage Management Group Ltd).
He was previously UK&Ireland Director at Dubai Tourism. AMG…
Q&A: Peter Grace, Atlantis, Paradise Island
Peter Grace, UK & Europe regional sales & marketing director, Atlantis, Paradise Island
What’s new for the resort this year?
“2017 marks a year of huge change…
Face-to-Face: Miguel Nieto-Sandoval
Q) In terms of inbound tourism from the GCC region; which are currently Spain's largest source markets and which are showing the strongest growth?
UAE is the country with the larger…
One Hel(i) of a Time in Las Vegas
Las Vegas, a city of bright lights and dazzling architecture, surrounded by some of the world’s greatest natural landscapes, is arguably best experienced from the skies. To celebrate World…
Q&A: Fiona Jeffery OBE, founder & chairman, Just a Drop
What is Just a Drop?
Just a Drop is an international water and sanitation development organisation which provides sustainable clean water solutions, sanitation facilities and…
Check-in: Holiday Inn Golden Mile, Hong Kong
Hong Kong is a dazzling city filled with colour and energy.
Its density, habour and mix of Asian and colonial influences makes it a truly memorable place for those who seek out its many…
Q&A – Veronica Sevilla – Quito Turismo
General Manager of the Quito Tourism Board, Veronica Sevilla, talks about Quito Turismo’s new strategy to position the city as a multifaceted destination, highlighting the recent increase in…
Data Reveals Top Eclipse Boom Towns
Rare Solar Occurrence Throws Spotlight on Five Off-the-Beaten-Path DestinationsBOSTON, Aug. 8, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- This summer's main event is cosmic and that's no exaggeration! On Aug. 21,…
Face-to-Face: Nicolas Reschke
This week, Travel Daily Asia discusses SALA Hospitality Group's expansion plans with thew Thai hospitality company's Group's Director of Business Development, Nicolas Reschke...
Q)…
Q&A: Sarah Clayton-Turner, Chair, AWTE
Have you settled into your new role as Chair at AWTE; what does it involve?
I’ve been in the new role at AWTE for three months, so I think it’s fair to say I’m feeling more settled in…
Family Time: Going Rustic at Edinboro Lake Resort
My husband, TJ, grew up in Edinboro, PA where his favorite spot to kayak, fish and swim in the summer was Edinboro Lake. Edinboro, also known as the ‘Boro, is in Northwestern PA and is as…
Q&A: Joseph Grimley, head of agency sales, Riviera Travel
What does your role include and how long have you held it?
I have been in my role at Riviera Travel for just over five years. The role is responsible for managing sales through…
Face-to-Face: Thiti Thongbenjamas talking about Emboodhoo Lagoon Maldives
This week, Travel Daily's Managing Director, Gary Marshall, chats face-to-face with Singha Estate's Chief Investment Officer, Thiti Thongbenjamas, about his company's plans for the new…
Face-to-Face: Anne Arrowsmith
This week, Travel Daily Asia talks to Anne Arrowsmith, GM of 137 Pillars House, the luxury hotel in Chiang Mai, northern Thailand...
Q) 137 Pillars House Chiang Mai is gaining quite a…
U.S. Travel Welcomes Lifting of Electronics Ban on All Affected Airports
U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Roger Dow issued the following statement upon news that the Department of Homeland Security has lifted restrictions on large electronic devices on…
Camp Out: What to Pack for this Summer’s Adventure in the Great Outdoors
With July upon us, summer, and the camping season, is in full swing. And whether you experience the wonder of the great outdoors with a group of friends, the family or for a romantic retreat…
Face-to-Face: David Topolewski
This week, we talk to David Topolewski, CEO of Qooco, about the rise of mobile training in the hospitality industry...
Q) Qooco is promoting mobile e-learning for hotels; what…
Q&A – Alberto Lema, head of tourism, A Coruña
How have UK visitor statistics compared this year with last?
We are experiencing a relevant increase in numbers of UK visitors to A Coruña. International tourism is still a…
Clia UK discusses the changing face of cruising
By Andy Harmer, SVP membership & director, UK & Ireland
Cruise Lines International Association UK & Ireland (CLIA).
In July in London, and later in the year in…
Face-to-Face: Christopher Holschier
This week, Deutsche Hospitality's Director of Corporate Communications, Christopher Holschier, chats to Travel Daily about his company's expansion plans in Asia...
Q) Deutsche…
Q&A: Sabine Behrmann, Acacia Africa on tourism in Mozambique
Sabine Behrmann, Cape Town manager at Acacia Africa updates on tourism in Mozambique.
How tourism is changing in Mozambique and what are the main markets for tourism?
Despite…
Face-to-Face: Marcelo Molinari
This week, Travel Daily Asia chats with Marcelo Molinari, Group Tourism Director at Value Retail, to discuss how Asia's outbound tourism boom is driving sales at the company's collection of…
Face to Face: Paul Fakley, ABTOT
Travel Daily sits down with Paul Fakley, Development Director, ABTOT
What differentiates you from your competitors?
ABTOT is a unique association in the UK travel market. We work primarily…
Sea kayaking in the Polar Regions
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Sonoma County, California
https://s3.amazonaws.com/rmexch.content/videos/1080/r1xk6c2WZ.mp4Home to more than 400 award-winning wineries, Sonoma County barrels a varietal for everyone. Down home hospitality resonates,…
Home Work: Life Hacks for Work from Home Professionals
Whether you work for yourself or a company that allows you to clock hours from your home office, working in the house is a reality for many professionals these days, including moms. For…
Q&A – Hisham Mahmoud – Bright Chairman
What is Bright about and how did it start?
The Bright idea was conceived at a conference in Spain 15 years ago. Four suppliers were sitting around the hotel lounge talking about how cost…
Q&A – Tracey Dyson – UK regional sales director, UNICO 20º87º
What current trends are you seeing from a luxury travel perspective?
“In recent years the industry has seen luxury travel become a far more subjective entity. There has been a switch in…
Face-to-Face: Bruno Laranjeiro
Q) How was 2016 for Travellanda? Have you seen an increase in the number of travel agencies and tour operators using your online hotel booking services?
2016 has been…
Q&A – Pauline Cheung – Plaza Premium Lounges
Travel Daily UK catches up with Pauline Cheung to hear about the Plaza Premium Lounges at London Heathrow Airport
Tell us a bit about Plaza Premium Lounges - when did it launch, from…
Face-to-Face: Rubén Casas
This week, Travel Daily chats with Rubén Casas, Senior Director of Sales & Marketing for Asia Pacific with Meliá Hotels International, about the company's travel trade programme,…
Q&A – Andy Hegley
The Flight Centre Travel Group recently appointed Andy Hegley as general manager of its specialist SME travel management division, Corporate Traveller. We learn about his plans as part of…
Knowing Your Horizon – Traits of a Fearless Entrepreneur #20 of 25
The Cycle of Completion
The most successful entrepreneurs focus on the task at hand until it is complete. They never ever leave a job half-done or a project drifting. Just this week I was…
A Year Later: Fewer Americans Are Considering Travel To Cuba
A year since the U.S. government’s easing of travel restrictions to Cuba, an annual survey by travel insurance provider Allianz Global Assistance is reporting that Americans are less…
Face-to-Face: Mike Freed
This week, Travel Daily chats with Mike Freed, managing partner of the Post Ranch Inn in Big Sur, California, which recently reopened following the temporary closure of parts of Highway…
Q&A: Andy Stark – The Global Travel Group
Travel Daily Media UK catches up with The Global Travel Group's managing director, Andy Stark ahead of its forthcoming conference at La Manga Club in Murcia, Spain.
Why is it so…
Keep your eye on the 18th hole – Traits of a Fearless Entrepreneur – #11 of 25
Sometimes you begin as the #2
We recently lost one of the greats of golf. Arnold Palmer was a winner. But what you may not know is that in 1960 challenging for the 1960 U.S. Open as an…
Face-to-Face: Nieves Rodríguez
Following today's launch of Aeromexico's London-Mexico City direct daily service, TDUK catches up with Nieves Rodríguez, the airline's country manager UK & Ireland.
Tell…
U.S. Market Booking Channels Shifting
The U.S. travel market can be split into four major distribution channels: supplier websites, OTAs, central reservations/walk-in, and travel agencies/TMCs. Smartphone and tablet bookings are…
Face-to-Face: Paul Broughton & Sinead Reilly
At the CAPA Airline Leader Summit in Dublin, Travel Daily chatted with Paul Broughton, Travelport's managing director UK & Ireland, and Sinead Reilly, country manager for Travelport…
Banana Boat Launches Two Additions to Sunscreen Line in Time for Summer
Summer is nearly here, but as the temperatures increase, it’s important to remember to protect your skin while soaking up the warm weather sunshine. Wearing the right sunscreen is important…
New and Upcoming in Orlando
What's New in 2017
1. Attractions
Universal Orlando Resort:
Volcano Bay, a brand new water park will open May 25, 2017. The water park will offer innovative, thrilling attractions,…
New Hotels Join Small Luxury Hotels Of The World™
Small Luxury Hotels is welcoming three boutique hotels to its portfolio. From an elegant ocean front retreat in New South Wales to an eclectic city centre stay in Sweden, and an idyllic…
Face-to-Face: Kai Chan
This week, Carlson Wagonlit Travel's president for Asia Pacific, Kai Chan, provides us with an update on the company's new CWT 3.0 strategy...
Q) CWT recently embarked on its new…
Europe Experiencing Skyrocketing Online Booking Rates
Europe Experiencing Skyrocketing Online Booking Rates
Published October 2016
European travelers have historically chosen a mix of online and offline sources to book their…
Face to face: Floor Bleeker, Chief Information Officer, Mövenpick Group
When you were upgrading your PMS system, what trends were of particular interest to you?
As Mӧvenpick Hotels & Resorts is on track to operate 100 properties by 2020 (83 at…
Face to face: Dato’ Haji Azizan Noordin, Deputy Director General of promotion for the Malaysia Tourism Board
Travel Daily sat down with Dato’ Haji Azizan Noordin, Deputy Director General of promotion for the Malaysia Tourism Board, to talk about the beautiful Malaysian island of Langkawi and his…
Face-to-Face: Alain St Ange
The former Seychelles tourism minister, Alain St Ange is now standing to be the next Secretary-General of the UNWTO. Travel Daily talks to Mr St Ange about his plans, should he be…
AccorHotels and Rixos Hotels Announce a Strategic Partnership
AccorHotels and Rixos Hotels have announced a partnership illustrating AccorHotels' strategy to expand its presence in the Upper Upscale/Luxury market, with a primary focus on developing…
Face to Face: Richard Young, Sales and Distribution manager at Heathrow Express
Richard Young joined Heathrow Express in 2016 as Sales and Distribution Manager within the B2B team. Having previously worked for a number of reputable travel companies including Amadeus,…
Face to Face: Tony Seaman
When Attraction World was in its infancy, how did you ensure your staff stayed motivated to grow the company?
Having a strong vision is the key, and then being able to convey that vision to…
Five New Las Vegas Experiences for 2017
Las Vegas is always setting trends, so it makes sense that hotels and restaurants are always going in and out of vogue, or in some cases existence. But here we outline five relatively new…
Face-to-Face: Liza Fitzell
This week, Travel Daily talks to Diethelm Travel Group's Group Managing Director, Liza Fitzell, about the Asian travel company's performance in 2016 and outlook for the year ahead...…
Where to Go as an LGBT Traveler in 2017
When it comes to LGBT travel, it’s not always easy to know where to go. You don’t want to end up somewhere hostile, or in many cases, you might prefer to vacation somewhere you’ll be…
Sabre First to Bring FlightGlobal’s Real-Time Flight Schedule Data to Travel Agents Worldwide
Even the most seasoned travel agent has experienced this frustration. After finding the perfect flight to match a traveler’s preferred schedule, without warning the flight time has changed…
Face to face: Mark Rodley, GTMC sales manager
What are the biggest challenges and opportunities for TMCs in 2017?
I think one of the biggest growth opportunities for the business travel community will come from increased…
LEADERSHIP: Sydney Finkelstein- Superbosses
Sydney Finkelstein- Superbosses: How Exceptional Leaders Master the Flow of Talent
Listen to this 30-minute interview with Sydney to learn how to be a superboss.
If you don’t…
Face-to-Face: Guilhem Cavaille
Vietnam travel specialist Guilhem Cavaille from Asia DMC explains what makes Vietnam special and offers his thoughts and observations on what will keep it that way...
1) How has Vietnam…
Face-to-Face: Deirdre Wells, UKinbound
UK tourism boomed in 2016 - what are the key factors driving this growth?
I think it’s our wonderful tourism product, and our collaboration with the great campaign our national tourist…
Face-to-Face: Oranit Beithalahmy, EL Al Israel Airlines
What initiatives do you have in place to educate British travel agents on the benefits of booking with El Al airlines?
We have numerous activities in place to raise awareness about…
Face-to-Face: Rachel Meyer, director of international marketing, Visit Sunshine Coast, Australia
What visitor trends are you noticing to the Sunshine Coast?
With the expansion of Sunshine Coast Airport confirmed and the interest shown by international airlines in the region, it…
Face to face: Adrian Keating, regional manager, UK, Ireland & Europe, Malaysia Airlines
What are your key priorities in your new role over the next 12 months?
I have three main priorities in 2017. Firstly, I want to raise the profile of Malaysia Airlines within the UK…
TRAVEL AGENT PROFILE: WETHERBY TRAVEL
Travel Daily discovers the secret to Wetherby Travel’s success. Owner, Cathy Jackson Spence, says a passion for people is crucial.
Name: Cathy Jackson Spence…
Face-to-Face: May Myat Mon Win
This week, Travel Daily Asia chats with May Myat Mon Win, chair of Myanmar Tourism Marketing, about the country's tourism strategy and targets...
Q) How did Myanmar's tourism…
The Next Wave of Mobile Booking
The Next Wave of Mobile Booking
Published October 2016
Brandie Wright Research Analyst
Despite Lower-Than-Expected Growth in Smartphone Transactions, Mobile Will…
10 Things to do in Victoria this January
The holidays are over, the resolutions have been made and there's no better place than Victoria to enjoy the New Year. Whether you're visiting Victoria for a post-Christmas adventure or to…
Face-to-Face: Christian Bernkopf
Travel Daily Asia's Mark Elliott chats to Christian Bernkopf, the newly-appointed General Manager of the Pullman Danang Beach Resort...
Q) Congratulations on your new role as GM…
Face to face: Philippines Tourism Minister Wanda Corazon T. Teo
How important is the UK market to the Philippines?
We are serious in courting the British travel trade and business networks to bring more arrivals and related investments to the…
Face to face: Karen Bevans, director of Tourism at the Belize Tourism Board
Why is the UK an important market for Belize?
The UK is the fastest growing and the largest market in Europe for Belize (+11.9%), holding an impressive 31% market share, so it goes…
