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Australia’s Holiday Travel Surge: Will Rising Costs Cut the Journey Short?

Joe Cusmano Oct 28, 2024 0

Australia’s Holiday Travel Surge: Will Rising Costs Cut the Journey Short?">As the world emerges from the shadows of the pandemic, holiday travel in Australia has made a remarkable…

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Top Train Journeys to Experience for an Unforgettable Adventure

Joe Cusmano Oct 17, 2024 0

There’s something timeless and enchanting about train travel. Even in our fast-paced, technology-driven world, the allure of sitting in a carriage and watching the landscape

TDM Guest Contributor

ALDI Launches ALDI Holidays: Affordable Travel Packages Now Available

Joe Cusmano Oct 6, 2024 0

If you shop at ALDI, you might be in for a surprise the next time you visit. Alongside its well-known cut-price produce, frozen goods, and

Tourism

Promoting Tourism and Peace today, 27th September, this World Tourism Day 2024

Kanchan Nath Sep 27, 2024

World Tourism Day 2024 aims to explore the intersection of tourism and peacebuilding, highlighting how travel, cultural exchange and sustainable tourism practices can contribute to conflict…

Reports

 17% increase in travel searches by Indians: Justdial

Kanchan Nath Sep 27, 2024

A recent analysis of consumer search trends by Justdial, has revealed a significant uptick in searches related to international travel, indicating a growing desire for diverse experiences.

Guest Column

AI in Travel: Where are we at as of September 2024

Tony Carne Sep 2, 2024

For a little over a year now, I’ve been reporting weekly on all the developments happening with AI within the travel industry. To date through the Everything AI in Travel weekly newsletter…

Guest Column

An #AnythingButOrdinary Sportcation at Kandima Maldives

Shaina Wij Sep 2, 2024

Dubai, UAE: With the recent Olympic games sparking a renewed enthusiasm for sports and an active lifestyle, more people are seeking to incorporate fitness into their daily routines. So, why…

Guest Column

Graphic and Logo Designer Near Me

hafiz abdul razzaq ali Aug 19, 2024

Graphic and Logo Designer Near Me Collaborating with a Local Graphic Designer : Best Practices Collaborating well with a local designer can markedly improve the overall output of your…

Medical & Health Tourism

Medical tourism in India increased by around 33% year-on-year in 2023: ICRA

Kanchan Nath Aug 9, 2024

Medical tourism in India increased by around 33% year-on-year in 2023, with expectations to surpass the pre-pandemic levels of 700,000 visitors recorded in 2019 in calendar year 2024, credit…

TDM Guest Contributor

Younger Generations Travel More: Millennials and Gen Z on the Move

Joe Cusmano Aug 7, 2024 0

Millennials and Gen Z have been making headlines for their travel habits in recent years. These younger generations are travelling more than ever before, and

TDM Guest Contributor

Improving Sleep Habits During Travel: A Major Focus for Modern Travelers

Joe Cusmano Aug 7, 2024 0

Travelling can be an exhilarating experience, but it often comes with the challenge of disrupted sleep. Whether it’s the excitement of exploring new destinations, the

Global

Top ten most scenic locations for a European road trip

Kanchan Nath Jul 25, 2024

Europe, with its diverse landscapes, offers endless opportunities for stunning photos. But which European road trips provide the best photo opportunities?

Airlines and Aviation

How can families fly better with Emirates this summer?

Kanchan Nath Jul 8, 2024

As Emirates flags a significant peak travel period starting on Saturday 6 July as many families leave for summer holidays, customers are advised to take note of key timings at the airport,…

Reports

90% of UK Holidaymakers reject AI adoption for travel

Kanchan Nath Jun 27, 2024

Brits are bucking travel trends this year as just one in ten holidaymakers are currently using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to plan their trips away, according to a new study1 by Sainsbury’s…

Associations

Scottish Passenger Agents’ Association launches manifesto for travel and tourism

Kanchan Nath Jun 27, 2024

The Scottish Passenger Agents’ Association (SPAA) has launched a manifesto for travel and tourism in the run up to the general election, urging the Scottish and UK Governments to work with…

Global

ASIA DMC partners with Enchantive Asia to relaunch the Bangkok office

Neeracha Malisak Jun 22, 2024

ASIA DMC made its significant comeback by collaborating with Enchantive Asia to relaunch its Thailand office. This move reinforces their commitment to delivering premium luxury services and…

Airlines and Aviation

Vietjet boosts connectivity to Vietnam’s beach hotspots for summer travellers

Kanchan Nath Jun 22, 2024

As the peak summer season approaches, Vietjet is enhancing travel options for beach enthusiasts by increasing flights to Vietnam's top coastal destinations, Nha Trang and Phu Quoc, while…

Charity / Sustainability / CSR

Cost vs Carbon: Sustainability experts demand for cheaper train travel, with Brits spending 358% more to travel by rail

Kanchan Nath Jun 15, 2024

New data has revealed the pressing dilemma of saving cost or carbon emissions for Brits, as train travel is discovered to be 358% more expensive than driving.

Hotels

Marriott Bonvoy unveils exclusive ‘Resort Escapes’ offer 

Kanchan Nath May 30, 2024

Marriott Bonvoy, the award-winning loyalty program by Marriott International is excited to announce the ‘Resort Escapes’ promotion offering travellers rewarding benefits ahead of the holiday…

Associations

Over 260 applications from 60+ countries: Best Tourism Villages 2024 adventure kicks off

Kanchan Nath May 17, 2024

Over 260 villages from more than 60 countries representing the five regions of the world have put themselves forward for the 2024 edition of Best Tourism Villages by UN Tourism 2024

Guest Column

WeRoad launch first Manchester campaign using UGC to inspire ‘once-in-a-lifetime adventures’

Ella Clarke May 16, 2024

Manchester, 13th May 2024: WeRoad, the adventure travel brand bringing solo travellers together for once-in-a-lifetime adventures, has launched its first-ever Manchester-focused out-of-home…

Global

Air Astana enhances Nomad Club frequent flyer programme

Kanchan Nath May 15, 2024

Air Astana will introduce significant enhancements to Nomad Club frequent flyer programme on 17th May 2024. The upgrading of the programme follows an analysis of passenger feedback and marks…

Attractions

Travelsphere and Just You to offer 2025 tours to China

Kanchan Nath May 9, 2024

G Touring, leader in guided touring holidays, has launched brand new China tours for brands Travelsphere and Just You for 2025 after a four-year hiatus. 

Guest Column

Escape the Everyday with WeRoad’s Unbeatable Bank Holiday Deals

Ella Clarke May 1, 2024

As the early May bank holiday weekend approaches, many of us are looking for exciting ways to make the most of the long holiday. Adventure travel company Weroad, Adventurers seeking an…

Attractions

G Adventures expands ‘Jane Goodall Collection’ in honour of renowned environmentalist’s 90th birthday 

Kanchan Nath Apr 25, 2024

G Adventures has announced that it has added five wildlife-focused trips to its ‘Jane Goodall Collection’ in celebration of Dr. Jane Goodall’s 90th birthday.

Tourism

AI set to shape the future of Travel & Tourism: WTTC

Kanchan Nath Apr 19, 2024

New reports from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Microsoft highlights the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its role in shaping the future of Travel…

Global

Paws and a Pamper: Dog-friendly stays at Seaham Hall 

Kanchan Nath Apr 18, 2024

Seaham Hall, County Durham’s  prestigious five-star coastal hotel, warmly welcomes dog owners seeking an unforgettable experience for themselves and their furry companions.

Tourism Boards

Get inspired for summer travel with 101 Abu Dhabi Do’s!

Kanchan Nath Apr 16, 2024

With the summer season just around the corner, Experience Abu Dhabi has introduced 101 Abu Dhabi Do’s to bring your travel plans to life, unveiling the vast diversity of what the emirate has…

Guest Column

Escape for the May Bank Holiday With WeRoad

Ella Clarke Apr 8, 2024

With the next bank holiday weekend fast approaching, many Britons will be looking to get away for a short break. The extended weekend provides the perfect opportunity for a mini-holiday to…

Attractions

Bahrain’s International Jazz Festival 2024 Unveils ‘Jazz For All, All For Jazz’ Theme 

Kanchan Nath Mar 29, 2024

This year, the festival announces its recognition as the only festival in the Middle East to be  designated by the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz/UNESCO as a Global Organizational  Partner…

Guest Column

WeRoad’s Jordan Trip Follows The Footsteps of Blockbuster Movie Dune: Part Two

Ella Clarke Mar 15, 2024

Dune: Part Two, starring Zendaya and Timothee Chalamet opened in cinemas across the UK in early March.  It is the second of director Denis Villeneuve’s films based on Frank Herbert’s science…

Features

Top 10 Spring Break Destinations from Allianz Partners

Kanchan Nath Mar 5, 2024

Before school lets out, the results are in: Allianz Partners’ Top 10 Spring Break Destinations review reveals the importance of sun-drenched beaches in Americans’ 2024 spring itineraries. 

Features

Top twenty travel and tourism websites in 2023 in the UK

Kanchan Nath Feb 19, 2024

A new study has revealed that Tripadvisor was the most popular travel and tourism website across the UK in 2023. 

Features

Top 10 most popular countries the Brits want to visit in 2024

Kanchan Nath Feb 14, 2024

The team at Bounce have analysed Google searches over the last three months to find the most desired destinations and how these destinations compare to the previous year to predict the most…

Guest Column

Solo Travel Brand WeRoad Announce Partnership With Dating App Thursday

Ella Clarke Feb 13, 2024

Specialist small group adventure travel company, WeRoad, has partnered up with thursday, the global dating app known for organising popular single events across the UK, to offer an…

OTAs & Tour Operators

£5K already given away to lucky agents – and more still to come 

Kanchan Nath Feb 13, 2024

The four dnata Travel Group B2B UK brands have already given away £5,000 to agents through  peaks and they are only halfway through.

Tourism

Türkiye closes 2023 with record-breaking tourism figures

Kanchan Nath Feb 12, 2024

Türkiye, one of the world’s leading tourism destinations, continued its successful growth and welcomed 56.7 million international visitors in 2023, with a 10% increase year-on-year.

Features

Travel Rebound continues, new destinations preferred 

Kanchan Nath Feb 6, 2024

Travellers are planning three or more trips in 2024, according to the world’s most experienced travellers responding to the Global Rescue Winter Traveler Sentiment and Safety Survey.

Partner content

Go City Seoul Pass celebrates 1-year anniversary and forward-looking into 2024

Philipp Meier Jan 24, 2024

Seoul has recently seen a rapid increase in popularity as a desirable travel destination not only for visitors from Asia, but also for long-haul travellers across the world. This…

Tourism Boards

Vietnam: A perfect blend of tradition and modernity for Indian travellers

Kanchan Nath Jan 22, 2024

As Indian travellers are projected to become the fourth largest global spenders by 2030, the allure of Vietnam's cultural tapestry and historical depth positions Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City…

Global

Top tips to conquer the first five long weekends of 2024

Kanchan Nath Jan 18, 2024

CRED escapes brings to you a conclusive list of long weekends that you can enjoy- all you need is a little bit of planning

Features

Top ten most popular winter holiday destinations for Americans

Kanchan Nath Jan 4, 2024

A new study by photo wall art creator StoryBoards revealed that Italy is the most popular destination for a winter trip for Americans. 

Global

These are the UK Christmas Markets with the latest closing Dates!  

Kanchan Nath Dec 26, 2023

A new study for 2023, conducted by Christmas Tree World, has analysed the closing dates of Christmas markets across the UK to reveal the locations with the longest-running celebrations!

Reports

New Travel & Tourism Social Impact Report reveals significant increase in female employment since 2010

Kanchan Nath Dec 22, 2023

New research from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Sustainable Tourism Global Center (STGC), initiated by the Ministry of Tourism of Saudi Arabia, reveals that the global…

Guest Column

Look for New Year Flight Deals Now to Avoid Disappointment Later

Sam Billings Dec 21, 2023

2023 will be no more in over a month’s time and most people have seriously started to think of 2024. You may be thinking more of the Christmas holidays and if you are lucky you may have a…

Features

New research reveals the cheapest (and most expensive) times of the year to travel

Kanchan Nath Dec 19, 2023

The travel experts at Bounce analysed the average nightly cost of a 3-star hotel, comparing both months of the year and days of the week, in 60 of the most popular tourist destinations…

Guest Column

Why Amsterdam is on the bucket list of all serious travelers?

Sam Billings Dec 8, 2023

This city is the capital of the Netherlands with a population of almost one and a half million in the urban area. Before the dam on the Amstel River was built, there used to be water all…

Guest Column

Top 6 Hidden Gems You Must Explore in Dublin

Sam Billings Dec 6, 2023

Dublin is the vibrant capital of Ireland and is famous for its rich history, lively culture, and friendly residents. Dublin is home to many lesser-known wonders and iconic landmarks such as…

Consumer

London is number 2 in The Best Culinary Destinations of 2023, chosen by 600 experts

Kanchan Nath Nov 30, 2023

World of Mouth is thrilled to announce that London has been recognized as one of the top 10 culinary destinations in the world in 2023.

Hotels

Kempinski Hotel San Lawrenz reduces single-use plastic by filter taps in all rooms

Kanchan Nath Nov 24, 2023

For more than 10 years, Kempinski Hotel San Lawrenz has been actively working to limit its own consumption of natural resources.

Reports

Most travellers go abroad to visit friends and relatives

Kanchan Nath Nov 18, 2023

Asaptickets has released new market research, revealing the main reasons for travel in 2023. 63% of air travellers say they go abroad to visit friends and relatives.

Features

Five tips from Booking.com to ensure vacay vibes back home  

Kanchan Nath Nov 16, 2023

Booking.com shares five tips  on how travelers can hold onto their best self back home – from daily rituals to adopting a more  carefree mindset.

Appointments

Manpreet Bindra promoted to FCM Meetings & Events Leader of Asia

Kanchan Nath Nov 8, 2023

Bindra has spent the last 23 years working for FCTG and was previously the President of FCM Meetings & Events in India.

Features

Top six European small towns for the winter bucketlist

Kanchan Nath Nov 7, 2023

Travel experts Fred. Olsen deep-dived into thousands of TripAdvisor ratings to discover the best small towns across Europe to put on your winter bucket list. 

Tourism

Search for Sweden

Kanchan Nath Oct 29, 2023

Do you mistake Sweden for Switzerland? You´re not alone. Sweden wants to end this confusion. Even the most informed and powerful people on earth can't always tell the two countries apart.

Cruise

A-ROSA expands Themed Breaks for 2024

Kanchan Nath Oct 26, 2023

A-ROSA River Cruises has expanded its collection of themed cruises for 2024 to offer its biggest programme to date.

Technology

Future trends include AI-based travel agencies and space tourism

Kanchan Nath Oct 26, 2023

The second day of TIS - Tourism Innovation Summit 2023 highlighted the most disruptive trends shaping a more sustainable and digital industry.

Airlines and Aviation

Fly High with Akasa Air: Save up to 10% off on bookings during Festive Sale

Kanchan Nath Oct 13, 2023

Akasa Air, one of India's fastest-growing airlines, announced an exclusive network wide sale, offering customers a chance to book their air travel at attractive fares during the upcoming …

Features

Discover Türkiye’s Coastal Paradise

Kanchan Nath Oct 3, 2023

Türkiye, the jewel of the Mediterranean, home to the Turkaegean and Turkish Riviera, welcomes visitors to explore its stunning shores.

Global

Taiwan Tourism Administration launches “Taiwan’s Lucky Land International Tourism Attraction Program”

Kanchan Nath Oct 2, 2023

The number of international travelers to Taiwan has steadily increased since Taiwan eased its border controls and will likely reach 6 million visitors in 2023.

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways achieves IT Service Management System Excellence Certification

Kanchan Nath Sep 21, 2023

Qatar Airways has been recognised by Alcumus ISOQAR, one of the most recognised and respected UKAS accredited certification body

Features

Top 10 must visit tourist destinations in Britain, according to Instagram

Kanchan Nath Aug 25, 2023

The Lake District is officially Britain’s most Instagrammable tourist attraction, a new study has shown. The study, conducted by caravan insurance experts InsureMy, analysed hashtags on…

Features

Maximize happiness in globetrotting adventures

Kanchan Nath Aug 21, 2023

According to Booking.com's latest Travel Confidence Index research for 2023, there's a powerful secret to unlocking happiness: travel!

Airlines and Aviation

Finnair looks into the eye of the Thai-ger

Kanchan Nath Aug 16, 2023

Finnair has added more flights between Helsinki and Bangkok this winter, in response to increased demand for travel to Thailand.

Reports

Travellers will pay 10% extra for sustainable travel despite cost-of-living crisis: Euromonitor report 

Kanchan Nath Aug 16, 2023

Nearly 80% of travellers will pay at least 10 per cent more for sustainable travel features despite the cost of living crisis, a Euromonitor International report has revealed.  

Global

Research reveals what 10 popular tourist destinations could look like in 2050 due to the impact of climate change

Kanchan Nath Aug 10, 2023

DiscoverCars.com worked with an environmental specialist to determine the potential changes to destinations and road conditions within the next 27 years.

Features

Beyond the Taj Mahal: Unveiling the hidden gems of Madhya Pradesh’s architectural splendour

Kanchan Nath Aug 9, 2023

As the sun sets behind the majestic Taj Mahal in Agra, another treasure trove of architectural marvels lies quietly in the heart of India, waiting to be discovered.

Features

Top 6 luxurious autumn trips to “Fall” for

Kanchan Nath Aug 7, 2023

Whether it’s a long getaway to immerse in the scenic fall colors or a trip to enjoy local cultural festivities, there are these six can’t-miss fall vacations for every type of traveller

Global

Top 10 most hyped cities to visit this summer from TikTok

Kanchan Nath Aug 7, 2023

Research conducted by JeffBet has crunched the numbers to see which city has the most hashtag views on TikTok

Features

Assouline releases ‘AlUla Ever’ – a stylish tribute to the ancient oasis city’s multi-faceted appeal

Kanchan Nath Aug 4, 2023

The historic destination of AlUla in north-west Saudi Arabia has been immortalised in AlUla Ever, the latest release from luxury publisher Assouline.

Tourism

Exploring adventure and nature trails in Israel

Kanchan Nath Aug 3, 2023

Israel, known for its rich history and religious significance, also hides a treasure trove of breathtaking landscapes and thrilling adventure opportunities.

Global

Top 6 perfect plans for the international long weekend from India

Kanchan Nath Jul 27, 2023

A shared element among travellers is the desire to visit a location that offers distinctive encounters while minimising the challenges related to visa processes, language barriers, and…

Features

Holidays remain a priority for Brits, despite cost-of-living crisis

Kanchan Nath Jul 20, 2023

While UK consumers face tighter budgets in the wake of increased inflation, appetite for travel and experiences remains strong according to research commissioned by global payments platform…

Reports

47% of Indians ready to revamp itineraries for irresistible deals: Skyscanner

Kanchan Nath Jul 18, 2023

Skyscanner, the global travel marketplace, released its Travel in Focus Report, which shares that budget-conscious travellers in India are embracing travel with an open mind to score more…

Eturbo News

Global Travel and Tourism Deals Decline 38.8%

Harry Johnson Jul 13, 2023 0

eTurboNews: Several factors are affecting deal activity, including rising interest rates, looming fear of recession and ongoing geopolitical tensions. Read more: Global Travel and Tourism…

Guest Column

How to make your travel marketing personal

Scott Logie Jul 11, 2023

We Brits love our travel. And by travel we really mean holidays. After a couple of years where holidays were curtailed due to that pandemic, it seems we value them even more than ever. In…

MICE

The Digital Travel APAC 2023 Event Brochure Out Now

Kanchan Nath Jul 3, 2023

The travel industry is rapidly changing with digital technology playing a critical role in shaping the future of travel.

Global

Top six tips on ‘how to fall asleep’ on a plane

Kanchan Nath Jun 30, 2023

Ahead of the summer holidays, sleep experts at Bed Kingdom have shared their top tips on how to get yourself, and your kids, to sleep on a plane, from avoiding alcohol to loosening your…

Reports

64% of Brits feel braver to try new things on holiday

Kanchan Nath Jun 21, 2023

New research from Royal Caribbean International has found that 64% of Brits say they feel braver to try new things whilst on holiday.  

Guest Column

Post-Covid Tourism Recovery accelerates in 2023

Andrew Wood May 17, 2023

Tourism in Asia and the Pacific is recovering well according to the UN and the trend is moving quickly upward as most destinations, including China, have reopened. The second UNWTO World…

Global

High demand, more volatility, and raised expectations will define the peak 2023 travel season

Kanchan Nath May 11, 2023

Allianz Partners’ annual Global Travel Summit explores the trends shaping a turbulent year for travel – and the new customer expectations defining the industry. 

Tourism

Bhutan welcomes ME travellers to the ‘Land of the Thunder Dragon’ 

Kanchan Nath May 11, 2023

A small land-locked country in Asia, nestled in the world’s highest peaks, Bhutan is a unique destination where happiness and peace of mind are contagious.

Guest Column

Top Things to Do in Michigan

Alex Moralas May 2, 2023

The city is located in the middle of the United States' Great Lakes region, Michigan has the longest freshwater coastline in the United States. Its name derives from the word indigenous to…

Guest Column

The top 10 UK cities for remote workers revealed

Jeūanita Swaby Apr 19, 2023

A recent study by Currys had ranked 34 UK cities for productivity based on several factors, including download speed, internet outages, access to fast fibre and cost of co-working spaces.…

Global

Top five ways to really ‘see a place’ while traveling

Kanchan Nath Apr 6, 2023

Travel is more than simply visiting a new place. When we travel, we want to experience it fully, immerse ourselves in its culture, enjoy new cuisines and create unforgettable memories.  

Tourism

Over 54% of Brits planning 3 or more holidays in 2023

Kanchan Nath Apr 4, 2023

Generation Z and Millennials are shaking up the travel industry with a change of travel habits, ranging from how they’re booking and planning holidays to where they’re seeking inspiration…

Guest Column

Mystery Hotels: The Exciting New Trend in Hospitality

Mudit Mundra Mar 31, 2023

Are you tired of the same old hotel experience? Are you looking for something different and exciting? Look no further than mystery hotels, the latest trend in hospitality that offers an…

Special Reports

‘Youth travel’ poised for growth

Kanchan Nath Mar 9, 2023

Youth travel has long been considered a significant segment of international travel, both in terms of the number of trips taken and the volume of spending. Research undertaken by WYSE Travel…

Tourism

Top 5 adventure experiences in Saudi

Kanchan Nath Mar 2, 2023

Saudi’s awe-inspiring natural phenomena beckons travellers to venture into unspoilt landscapes and experience adrenaline, culture, and history off the beaten tourist track.  

Hotels

Stotrak Hospitality announces expansion of sustainable experiences

Kanchan Nath Mar 2, 2023

Stotrak Hospitality that specialises in providing one-of-a-kind, environmentally friendly travel sojourns has announced plans to widen their sustainable experiences.

Airports

A Spotlight on Japan’s Gateways

Kanchan Nath Feb 24, 2023

Japan National Tourism Organization Kuala Lumpur Office (JNTO KL) shares useful updates about Japan's international airports, which are sure to delight Malaysians who are dreaming about…

Global

Etiqa Insurance Singapore extends official partnership with NATAS in 2023

Kanchan Nath Feb 13, 2023

Etiqa Insurance Singapore, a general and life insurer, announces its continued sponsorship of the 2023 National Association of Travel Agents Singapore (NATAS) Fair from 24 to 26 February as…

Guest Column

The Potential Rise of Fake Reviews in the Travel Industry

Joao Taborda Feb 6, 2023

The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology has the potential to disrupt various industries, and the travel industry is no exception. This week I read an article that points to a…

Guest Column

Egypt Tours & Travel Packages

Saba Tours Jan 25, 2023

The Great Pyramid is the main site in Giza Plateau, it is one of the 7 wonders of the Ancient world, and it is the only wonder still exist, the other 6 wonders disappeared one…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Cleartrip launches Pay Later, special fares and medi-cancel

Kanchan Nath Jan 16, 2023

In a bid to make travel more inclusive and accessible to all, Cleartrip, one of India’s fastest-growing OTA players, announced the launch of a host of customer-centric features on its…

Global

UAE makes surname mandatory on passports for travel

Kanchan Nath Nov 25, 2022

The UAE has issued a new directive making it mandatory for passengers travelling to and from the Emirates to have both their primary (first name) and secondary (surname) names mentioned in…

Airlines and Aviation

IndiGo enters codeshare with Turkish Airlines launches 19 new connecting flights to Europe

Kanchan Nath Nov 25, 2022

Indian private carrier IndiGo on November 23 launched 19 new connecting flights to Europe, under a codeshare agreement with Turkish Airlines.

Guest Column

Examine the Hop on hop off tours In Malaga

Boris Titov Nov 14, 2022

You will be shown novel ways to experience a trip unlike any other during the Hop on Hop Off Tours in Malaga! With our unique and flexible guided walking tours around the town of Malaga, you…

Guest Column

Where to Stay in Lahore: Best Areas & Hotels

Zain Imtiaz Nov 9, 2022

Where to Stay in Lahore: Best Areas & Hotels Wondering where to stay in Lahore? From the glitz of Downtown Lahore and Gulberg to budget-oriented Walled City, these are the best…

Guest Column

Best In Luxury Business Class Flights To Istanbul

Low Cost Business Class Nov 9, 2022

Are you going to Istanbul for the first time via plane? Going to this amazing city with all of its beauties is exhilarating. You have secured your Business Class Flights To Istanbul with…

Hotels

GIATA partners with TravelgateX for smarter mapping technology for hotels

Kanchan Nath Nov 8, 2022

TravelgateX, the global marketplace for the travel trade, with the aim of expanding its international distribution network, is now integrated with GIATA, a global leader in non-bookable…

Special Reports

Reimagining travel in 2023

Kanchan Nath Oct 18, 2022

Booking.com releases travel predictions research that foresees travellers navigating contradiction and chaos as they adapt to changing times in the year ahead.

Hotels

Hotel bookings boom

Kanchan Nath Sep 23, 2022

Trip.com has revealed encouraging data showing hotel bookings boom across Europe and parts of Asia, as countries continue to relax pandemic travel restrictions which have dampened demand.

Spain

Spain sees intense recovery of tourism

Kanchan Nath Sep 21, 2022

Spain received nearly nine million passengers from international airports in August, representing 87% of those who arrived in the same month of 2019, according to data published yesterday by…

Appointments

Booking.Com appoints Santosh Kumar as country manager

Kanchan Nath Sep 16, 2022

Booking.Com appoints Santosh Kumar as country manager for India, Sri Lanka, Maldives and Indonesia.

Airlines and Aviation

Lufthansa Group partners with Amadeus

Kanchan Nath Sep 14, 2022

Lufthansa Group and Amadeus are expanding their partnership to further modernise travel distribution and retailing.

Global

Booming festive time for travel: RateGain PULSE

Kanchan Nath Sep 8, 2022

RateGain Travel Technologies in its latest PULSE report has shared forward looking insights focused on the demand for travel in the upcoming festive season.

Guest Column

Love To Travel? Here Are 5 Careers That Foster Adventurous Spirits

Lizzie Weakley Jul 14, 2022

Everyone dreams of a career that complements their personal preferences and helps them reach life goals. That's why all the travel-hungry souls out there should keep their eyes and ears open…

Guest Column

Payment methods for post-pandemic travel and tourism success

Harry White May 4, 2022

Payment methods for post-pandemic travel and tourism success The relationship between the travel sector and the payments industry has always been complex, never more so than during the…

Is Italy Heading for a Third Lockdown?

Mario Masciullo - eTN Italy Dec 17, 2020

Italy’s latent risk of entering the third phase of the COVID-19 pandemic is reminiscent of a disoriented flock being misled by its shepherd and his dogs.

UAE and Saudi Arabia top global survey for intent to travel abroad in 2021

eTN Chief Assignment Dec 16, 2020

‘Global Holiday Intent’ survey conducted by YouGov has revealed that residents in the UAE and Saudi Arabia are the most likely to make an international trip in 2021.

IATA: Governments must consider aviation workers as essential for vaccination

eTN Chief Assignment Dec 16, 2020

IATA renewed its call on governments to ensure that employees in the aviation sector are considered as essential workers

COVID-19 Prohibition: Wales bans alcohol in pubs and bars

Harry S. Nov 30, 2020

Welsh First Minister Mark Drakeford announced new anti-COVID-19 measures that would ban alcohol sales in Wales’ pubs and bars, and require the establishments to close by 6pm.

Dusit International opens luxury wellness resort in Suzhou, China

Harry S. Nov 26, 2020

Dusit International has continued its expansion in China with the recent opening of the highly anticipated Dusit Thani Wellness Resort Suzhou, Jiangsu

Guest Column

How Americans can be better travelers in a post-pandemic world

Charlotte Crowther Nov 24, 2020

With Coronavirus cases continuing to spike in America and abroad, US travelers are itching to hit the road and travel but remain grounded due to various restrictions worldwide.

Bloggers

Types of Tourism in Egypt

Rose Brown Oct 5, 2020

The tourism industry remains one of the main sources of national income for any tourist country like Egypt and as a result, the Egyptian Authorities always pay great attention to developing…

Bloggers

Time to Build Back Better for Animals

Helen Usher Sep 15, 2020

The findings from the Living Planet Report (ZSL & WWF 2020) could not be clearer, we must act now #ForNature in order to halt the "catastrophic decline" in the numbers of animal species.…

Bloggers

Three Factors Affecting How Chinese Travelers Choose Destination after Pandemic

Travel Link Daily TLD Jul 3, 2020

The outbreak of Covid-19 has greatly changed Chinese travellers’ mentality. After the pandemic, some factors will affect how Chinese travellers choose their holiday destination in a more…

Asia

20 Unpredictable Travel Outcomes So Far in 2020

Gary Bowerman Jun 29, 2020

t’s no secret that the first half of 2020 has been challenging for the travel industry. In combination, the coronavirus pandemic and government responses to suppress the virus saw the demand…

Features

What is a “Covid-19 Safe Stamp” and why do we need it?

Silvia O'Donovan Jun 29, 2020

Recently both G-Adventures and Intrepid Travel have implemented the necessary measures to ensure absolute safety in all of their trips in order to inspire confidence to future travellers and…

Bloggers

Travel in the Time of “You-Know-What”

Silvia O'Donovan May 25, 2020

Let's be honest, we all know what it is by now! In the past couple of weeks good news could be read on headlines all over the world (with the exception of a few countries where…

Bloggers

May you live in (safer) interesting times

Silvia O'Donovan May 19, 2020

"No international travel until 2023... some state borders within Australia won't re-open until September...mandatory quarantine for all arrivals to London..." BOOM! While the echo of…

Bloggers

How to drive active engagement between travel brands and traveling customers in 2020 (and beyond)

Bruce Lahood Dec 11, 2019

Consumer-facing businesses around the world are all looking to seek out, attract and nurture the largest catchment of high-value customers that they possibly can. While brand loyalists…

Guest Column

How to Build a Travel Service Customers Will Love

Django Stars Dec 11, 2019

With more than 100k flights, 1.5 million bookings made every day, and every tenth person in the world employed in travel services, it’s no surprise that the value of the travel industry, and…

Insurance

Travel Cancellation Assurance: When your plans don’t take off

Tian Tolentino Dec 6, 2019

Our hectic lifestyles push us to ‘book everything in advance’ and we inevitably find ourselves succumbing to the pressure. At the back of our heads is always the thought ‘What if I have to…

Travel Agents

CMV offers travel agents the chance to get on board in 2020

Tian Tolentino Dec 3, 2019

Cruise and Maritime Voyages (CMV) has announced 28 opportunities for the travel trade to visit five of their cruise ships in 2020.

Here’s how Brits can capitalise on the post-Brexit travel market

Tian Tolentino Nov 19, 2019

WeSwap has unveiled that 54% of Brits are most concerned about Brexit’s effect on holidaying in general, and the prospect of things such as EHIC cards no longer being valid.

Travel accommodation market to reach USD 893bn by 2026

Tian Tolentino Nov 19, 2019

Allied Market Research has reported that the global travel accommodation industry garnered USD 632.8 billion in 2018 and is estimated to reach USD 893bn by 2026.

Special Reports

33% more Brits are flying over New Year this year

Tian Tolentino Nov 12, 2019

British travellers are, on the whole, travelling more since last year with a 33% increase in people flying between 30 December 2019 and 7 January 2020

Destination London: The UK’s most popular destinations

Tian Tolentino Nov 8, 2019

The team from InsightsX, the business intelligence tool provided by TravelgateX for the tourism market, has taken a full x-ray of the travel sector in the UK.

By the Way

‘Helo Travel’ encourages millions of users to visit India

Tian Tolentino Nov 6, 2019

Social media platform Helo has launched a three-month-long travel campaign called Helo Travel to encourage millions of users across nine regional language communities to "Say Helo to India".

Guest Column

The Rough Guide to being a travel company in 2019

Jon Reay Sep 19, 2019

Digital is transforming all industries. Businesses are becoming ever more digital. In travel, you may still be selling holidays, flights or accommodation but the way you do it has…

Guest Column

A Trip Back Home And A Lesson In Hospitality

Sep 19, 2019

After many years of living abroad, I recently returned for a visit to my old home city, Christchurch. A trip that was an emotional homecoming which was as enlightening as it was sad. For…

Guest Column

Additional Features To Look In A Travel Portal

Sep 19, 2019

Every major field is converting to the digital side of the world and this is what the business sector demands today. Education, retail businesses, public services, and the traveling sector…

Guest Column

The Best Cruise Destinations to Visit in 2019

Sep 19, 2019

A problem that many people face when considering a vacation destination is the cost.  Whether you are a student looking to get away for the summer, or parents seeking alone time, the…

Consumer

[Infographic] How leisure travellers book online

Altexsoft Team Oct 8, 2018

How many people book flights via OTA compared to hotels? How many business travellers incorporate leisure into their trips? Do travellers actually care about loyal programmes?

Airlines and Aviation

[Infographic] How airline distribution works

Altexsoft Team Jul 16, 2018

Ticket distribution and airline management are complex. The interaction between a user and a traditional airline may entail involvement of about four middlemen companies. However, there are…

Startups

Filipino startup bares tech updates, celebrates gains

Simon Willmore Feb 12, 2018

Tripkada, the Philippine curated trip-joining start-up platform, launched its joiner app for iOS, gave stakeholder updates and revealed its expansion plans.

Face‑to‑Face

Joining offbeat trips is serious business: Q&A with Tripkada CEO April Cuenca

Simon Willmore Jan 23, 2018

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.

Consumer

NYC start-up keeps customer care real on chat, social and mobile

Simon Willmore Jan 8, 2018 20

Bad travel and hospitality services. Scripted customer care messages. Slow assistance. Mix them all together with social media, and you have a potential customer service hot spot for travel…

Startups

Packdat start-up! Disrupting the travel market with Felix Lee

Simon Willmore Jan 3, 2018 6

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…

Technology

Buddy up on budget adventures with Tripkada

Simon Willmore Dec 31, 2017 1

Friendly, generous, caring, adventurous. These make us Filipinos the best chums or ‘barkada’ in virtually everything, particularly when travelling. Now, a local start-up weaponises these…

Consumer

The new Indian wayfarer: young, digital, globetrotting

Simon Willmore Dec 27, 2017 11

India remains a favourite of global travellers for its natural beauty and impressive architecture. So how do we explain the recent trend of Indian vacationers going to faraway continents…

Family & Group Travel

Plan your group adventure with Packdat

Simon Willmore Dec 22, 2017 24

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