Best destinations for multi-gen family travel
Pettitts Travel created the 3G Family Travel Index to find the best destinations for all generations, from young children to grandparents looking to recapture their youth.
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Flight bookings boom to South East Asia from UAE
According to a trends report released by Dubai-based online flight and hotel booking platform, tajawal, South East Asia is the summer hotspot for the UAE travellers. With its wealth of…
From coffee mornings to colouring competitions, Club campers celebrated 100 years of the caravan
Inspired by celebrity Julia Bradbury’s night on the first floating campsite on the Thames in central London last month, and a party she hosted to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the…
Holiday date shifts impact school break calendars, hotel leisure demand
The 2019-2020 School Break Report from STR Global for the US market shows notable shifts in school calendar dates and subsequent periods of high hotel leisure demand, with weather and…
The Ticking Clock-Parents feel pressure of struggling to afford holidays and missing out on making memories
With the summer holiday season nearly here; many families will have already booked their break away. However, the latest research shows a holiday is an unaffordable luxury for many…
Pack your bags! These are the top 10 countries for expats
Globehunters has analysed 34 OECD countries based on 11 factors to know the best place to relocate as an expat.
Yas Island celebrates most successful Eid season
Yas Island welcomed a record number of 'staycationers' and tourists during Eid-Al-Fitr this year as they enjoyed their holiday at the Island’s diverse mix of award-winning leisure,…
Channel your inner Phileas Fogg with Airbnb Adventures
You can now enjoy a six-day Galapagos Slow Food Safari, experience the wonders of Oman or camp on a cliff in Colorado. All you have to do is just show up.
An expansion of Airbnb…
‘Meet Your South Africa’ guides at Experience Africa 2019 in London
South African Tourism will be one of the lead sponsors of Experience Africa this year which will take place between 24-26 June at the CCT Venues Plus in London.
South African Tourism…
Orange County sets tourism record: Attracts over 50 million visitors in 2018
According to the Orange County Visitors Association (OCVA), Orange County in Southern California welcomed a record-breaking 50.16 million visitors in 2018. This tremendous milestone…
Foreign tourist spend climbs to new highs in Turkey
One in every eight Turkish Lira is now generated by the nation’s travel and tourism sector.
According to the recent report titled ‘City Travel and Tourism Impact Report’ by World…
Are Brits looking after their holiday health?
With data from the Office of National Statistics revealing that the average UK resident was abroad for 10.2 nights in 2017, it may be surprising to hear that a recent survey has…
10 best family-friendly city breaks in Europe
To ease parents’ burden, here is a ranking on the best family-friendly city breaks in Europe using the most common factors that parents look for.
Vacationing with family is priority for Indians
An ever-increasing number of travellers are coming out of their comfort zones and opting for newer destinations to experience their hobbies or unexplored interests. However,…
Great Mates Escapes: AKARYN Hotel Group level-up staycation in Thailand
Thailand’s home-grown luxury boutique hotel AKARYN Hotel Group is inviting groups of friends to enjoy fun-filled breaks together with its latest package that allows BFFs to experience…
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…
Top wedding destinations when you want to elope
Historically, June has always been the most popular month for weddings. The month of June derives its name from Juno, the Roman goddess of marriage. It was thought that couples who married…
Klook’s top 3 babymoon destinations
Online travel agency Klook has unveiled some of the brilliant baby-friendly destinations around the world
European Waterways barges into multigenerational travel
As more and more people seek out the advantages of multigenerational travelling, the fad of travelling with family members has grown into one of the modern travel trends.
One company…
International Living: Smart strategies for budget travel in retirement
According to a new report from International Living, with the right money-saving strategies, overseas travel isn’t just affordable, it can cost less than staying home.
BA’s new “perfect alliance” focused on kids
BA has announced a new partnership with British children’s company, My 1st Years, a company focused on providing babies with personalised gift items.
“A pleasure to experience their mindset”: Mövenpick GM Jean-Pierre Trabut on Thai hospitality
Mövenpick Siam Hotel Na Jomtien Pattaya GM, Jean-Pierre Trabut, has bounced all around the world building his reputation as a driven and successful hospitality executive along the way.
Waldorf Astoria Maldives: “So many opportunities for magical, unforgettable moments”
With the hotly anticipated Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi gearing up to fling open its doors and offer luxury leisure seekers the pleasure of the companies patented blend of high…
Avani’s latest tropical location is aimed squarely at families
Koh Samui, Thailand’s second biggest island and holiday hot spot, famous for its untouched beaches, coconut groves and dense rainforests, has just received a boost to its glamour levels with…
H2 Wo! Butlin’s Bognor Regis new water ride is first of its kind
Stalwart of the UK holiday landscape Butlin’s has taken two concepts, the traditional seaside helter skelter and the waterslide, and smashed them together to create the “world’s first helter…
Home away from home: Here’s why serviced residences will flourish in 2019
WhyHotel CEO Jason Fudin claims business travellers and groups or families will continue to choose apartment products for their short stays in 2019.
Zip zap vroom to your next European adventure
Thanks to the EU, the ultimate European road trip adventure is far more easy to execute. But move over the casual and look for alternative and fun itineraries that match you interests to…
Europe’s most popular Christmas markets according to Instagram
As 2018 draws to a close, On The Go Tours has devised an interactive map detailing the most popular Christmas markets that Europe has to offer.
“Metamorphosis needs to be driven from the inside” says Santiburi Koh Samui GM
Sabine Lamberts first joined Santiburi Koh Samui as GM in December of last year, since that time the French hotelier has headed up a bunch of changes to help take the resort from “good to…
Travel associations ignore wildlife cruelty in tourism – World Animal Protection
World Animal Protection revealed shocking research findings at the World Travel Market in London.
ONYX Hospitality’s second Maldivian resort inspired by castaway explorer
ONYX Hospitality Group has announced its second Maldivian resort, scheduled to open in the third quarter of 2020.
The Residence by Cenizaro announces second resort in the Maldives
The Residence by Cenizaro has announced the launch of its second Maldivian property in the — The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah.
Review: Capella, Marigot Bay
Marigot Bay in St Lucia is one of the world’s more exclusive addresses, drenched in famous faces from music, film and big business, and you never know if promenading along the beach who you…
La Reserva de Sotogrande opens lagoon attraction The Beach
Sotogrande resort community in Andalucia, Spain opens The Beach, Southern Europe’s only man made fresh water lagoon.
Infographic: The world’s most family-friendly airlines
New research from toy manufacturer, Play Like Mum, has revealed the most family-friendly airlines from around the world.
Argyll Holidays invests GBP 6.5m for property development in UK
Lochgoilhead Lodges, owned by Argyll Holidays in the Scottish Highlands, has announced its new facilities as part of a multi-million-pound investment to develop its properties in the UK.
Yas Island celebrates summer with weekly draws of AED 100,000
Yas Island has announced its ‘coolest’ summer season yet, with weekly draws of AED 100,000 to encourage summer travellers to visit its golden shores.
Hatten Land to build USD 49m water theme park, the largest in Melaka
Hatten Land Limited, together with resort operator Samsung C&T Corporation and water slide designer and installer Polin Waterparks, has revealed plans to build the largest water park in…
Akaryn launches luxury multi-location family holidays in Thailand
Boutique resort specialist Akaryn Hotel Group has come up with a new way for family groups to discover Thailand with a collection of ‘stress-free’ trips, in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Hua Hin and…
TUI Group expands offering with new resorts for summer 2019
Growing its portfolio to 174 properties across 48 destinations, TUI Group has announced the addition of two TUI Family Life resorts and three adults-only TUI Sensimar resorts to its product…
Cheval Blanc to re-open its luxury resort in St Barth this December
Cheval Blanc, a luxury hospitality brand developed by LVMH Hotel Management, has announced the re-opening of its property in St Barth, France.
Adventure awaits: Center Parcs opens Treehouses at Woburn Forest
Center Parcs, a family short break provider which operates forest villages across the UK, has completed the creation of Treehouses at Woburn Forest.
Renaissance Bali Uluwatu Resort introduces Roosterfish Beach Club
When it comes to choosing a beach holiday you can do no better than opting for, what has become, the quintessential destination for an exotic island getaway in South East Asia – Bali.…
Research reveals keys to selling a family holiday
A new research commissioned by Orlando USA’s Official Tourism Association, Visit Orlando, has revealed the three stages of holiday planning and the top 10 things parents do before going on…
Imagica ushers the monsoon season with new offers and attractions
Dubbed as India’s favourite theme park destination, Imagica has announced the launch of its third new attraction within six months, designed for visitors during the monsoon season.
Brick by brick, the first Legoland in Asia adds new attractions
Fans of Lego, get ready for new and upcoming attractions at the first brick-themed family resort in Asia, the Legoland Malaysia Resort.
Kid-centric travel balloons to US$500 billion industry
A new trend has been emerging in the hospitality industry: hotels and resorts catering to kids are becoming more popular among families. According to Family Travel Association, family travel…
Atlantis Sanya celebrates official launch with gala musical
Atlantis’ first resort in China officially opened yesterday. Owned by Fosun International and managed by Kerzner International, the opening of Atlantis Sanya was marked with a VIP packed…
World’s largest Warner Bros. indoor theme park to open in Abu Dhabi
Opening its doors on July 25th, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi will join Yas Island’s list of world-class entertainment venues.
Building connections through Random Road Trips
We sat down with EXPH founder and CEO Giancarlo 'Gian' Gallegos, who explained how taking friends and strangers off the tourist grid goes beyond business:
Caribtours celebrates summer with exclusive offers and agent incentives
For nearly four decades, Caribtours has been one of the UK’s most-renowned luxury tour operators. This summer, it unveils exclusive offers, including savings of up to 55%, complimentary room…
Are we there yet? The best airlines for flying with your family
Qatar Airlines announced the launch of their new children focused Oryx Kids Club conference earlier this week, featuring appearances from the club mascots ‘Orry’ and ‘Orah’ the Oryx (main…
Startup that lets multiple travel groups meet halfway hailed in 2018 Business Travel Show
Group trip organisers and business travellers in multinational organisations can now breathe easier thanks to a new platform where they can plan multi-origin group travel for face-to-face…
Colour your Bangkok experience with a stroll through the city’s vibrant creative hub
The whirling waters of the Chao Phraya River have long been a symbol of Bangkok, and the evolution of the riverbank has lured young artists and entrepreneurs to the area too, bringing an…
See the edge of the world with Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh
Adventure awaits in the heart of the Arabian Desert as the new Extraordinary Experience takes guests through Bedouin history and a breath-taking landscape.
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.
KIDZ PARADISE makes Hilton Sanya Yalong Bay an easy sell for TA’s
Hilton Sanya Yalong Bay Resort & Spa announces the opening of its new KIDZ PARADISE. A total space of 1500sqm allocated to indoor game zones and a large outdoor water playground…
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What to Pack: Beach Travels with Baby
Summer might be over in the northern hemisphere, but it’s just heating up on the other side of the world. From South Africa to Australia to Brazil, there are awesome beaches awaiting in the…
