Travel Agents

Curio Collection by Hilton debuts in South East Asia with SAii Lagoon Maldives

Megha Paul Sep 4, 2019

Hilton announced the opening of SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection by Hilton, a free-spirited tropical escape that offers sun, sea, style and sustainability, creating a playful…

Travelport signs decade-long partnership with Edwardian Hotels London

Megha Paul Sep 3, 2019

Travelport has signed a long-term agreement with Edwardian Hotels London. The contract represents the largest hotel partnership of its kind managed by Travelport’s digital media…

Doha airport’s Summer in Qatar festival engages over 7 million fliers

Megha Paul Sep 3, 2019

Hamad International Airport (HIA) continues to make its mark on redefining the airport experience for its millions of travellers. During the summer peak season, the airport focused its…

Join a masterclass by The Travel Corporation

Megha Paul Sep 3, 2019

The Travel Corporation (TCC) has unveiled a new e-learning programme for its Luxury Gold portfolio and is inviting travel advisors to enrol and become a brand expert. Luxury Gold is a…

Going green: Abercrombie & Kent supports Refill Not Landfill campaign

Megha Paul Sep 3, 2019

Abercrombie & Kent Southeast Asia is supporting a project to introduce drinking water stations around the Thai capital in Bangkok. Its community support enterprise, Abercrombie &…

Tourism

The world by wheels: The longest, most epic road trips

Kristin Mariano Sep 3, 2019

From movies like Almost Famous, Little Miss Sunshine and the classic Thelma and Louise, road trips are a great way to see the world.

Partner content

The art of bleisure: Work and play at Sheraton Grand Danang

Tian Tolentino Sep 3, 2019

Looking for the right hotel to mix work and play? Here’s how you can perfect the art of bleisure at Sheraton Grand Danang Resort.

OYO to invest in machine learning-powered dynamic pricing

Megha Paul Sep 3, 2019

OYO Hotels & Homes has announced that it has acquired Danamica, a Copenhagen-based data science company, with machine learning and business intelligence capabilities, specialised in…

Booking.com’s first-ever Genius Week unveiled

Megha Paul Sep 2, 2019

Booking.com has announced the start of its first-ever Genius Week, which will run in select markets until 10 September. During this time all travellers are invited to experience the…

IATA’s Billing and Settlement Plan now in Myanmar

Megha Paul Sep 2, 2019

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched the Billing and Settlement Plan (BSP) in Myanmar from September this year. The introduction of BSP operations will ease…

Scottish tales to come alive at Edinburgh Castle

Megha Paul Sep 2, 2019

History is set to come to life at Edinburgh Castle this winter, as the iconic landmark will be illuminated with tales from Scotland’s past. The mesmerising 90-minute journey of light,…

IHG debuts in the Maldives

Megha Paul Sep 2, 2019

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has opened InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort (InterContinental Maldives), the latest in a series of new luxury resort openings which…

Hertz drives into Vietnam with new franchise

Megha Paul Sep 2, 2019

Hertz Asia has appointed New City Rent A Car as its new franchisee partner in Vietnam. As a local car rental expert, New City Rent A Car will offer customers the full range of car hire…

Green policy vital for travel business

Megha Paul Sep 2, 2019

More than 81% of tourism businesses think it is important to implement sustainable and environmental policies for their businesses and clients. This was revealed by UKinbound’s Business…

Make holidays greener, says ABTA

Megha Paul Sep 2, 2019

Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA) is reminding travel businesses, tourist boards and hotels there are just four weeks left for them to get involved in the Make Holidays Greener…

Maldives idyll Amilla Fushi illuminates wellness offering with Sensora Chromotherapy

Megha Paul Aug 30, 2019

Luxury Maldives trendsetter Amilla Fushi has introduced cutting-edge Sensora therapy at its world-renowned Javvu Spa; a multi-sensory immersive experience designed to bring profound…

Inaugural Malaysia Travel & Tourism Mart 2020 announced

Megha Paul Aug 30, 2019

CEMS Conference & Exhibition (Malaysia) announced the launch of Malaysia Tourism and Travel Mart 2020 (MTTM 2020) to be held from 25-27 June 2020 at Malaysia International Trade and…

Dusit International to open first ASAI Hotel in Bangkok

Megha Paul Aug 30, 2019

Dusit International, Thailand’s hotel and property development company, has signed a long-term lease agreement with I Am Chinatown to develop and operate ASAI Bangkok Chinatown in the…

Discovery Cove sees flamboyance of flamingos

Megha Paul Aug 29, 2019

Florida Discovery Cove in Orlando, Florida recently welcomed a colourful new group of guests to the park – eight Caribbean flamingos. Comprised of four males and four females, the group…

National Geographic Journeys and G Adventures introduce eight new trips

Megha Paul Aug 29, 2019

National Geographic Expeditions has entered into its fifth year in partnership with G Adventures and has added eight new trips to their National Geographic Journeys collection, all of…

CLIA announces 2020 conference dates

Megha Paul Aug 29, 2019

The 2020 Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) conference will take place on 26-28 April in Southampton, CLIA UK and Ireland has announced. Known as the ‘official conference…

MMT rolls out MyIndiaMyTrips campaign

Megha Paul Aug 29, 2019

MakeMyTrip (MMT) has rolled out its digital campaign MyIndiaMyTrips to assist Indian travellers to plan their travel and explore the best of India. In line with Prime Minister Narendra…

Technology

Flipkart partners with ixigo for flight bookings

Megha Paul Aug 28, 2019

ixigo has partnered with India’s e-commerce market leader Flipkart to introduce an enhanced and native flight booking experience. Through this association, Flipkart users will be offered…

Genting Cruise Lines unveils new chapter with Global Dream

Megha Paul Aug 28, 2019

Genting Cruise Lines officially announced the name of her first 208,000 gross ton Global Class ship at IBTM China, the nation’s largest business travel and MICE show, in Beijing.…

TAT unveils Amazing Hua Hin 2019 programme

Megha Paul Aug 28, 2019

The Tourism Authority of Thailand’s (TAT) Prachuap Khiri Khan office, together with 33 participating hotels in Hua Hin, has launched the ‘Amazing Hua Hin 2019’ promotion, offering up to…

Abercrombie & Kent unveils innovative feature for curated trips

Megha Paul Aug 28, 2019

Luxury tour operator Abercrombie & Kent (A&K) has gone one step further with its tailor-made holiday offering by giving its clients even more opportunity to curate their own…

64% extend business trips for pleasure (without telling anyone)

Tian Tolentino Aug 28, 2019

La Quinta by Wyndham has unveiled the trends and challenges for business travellers with its latest 'La Quinta Means Business' national survey.

OTAs & Tour Operators

Luxury Escapes Experiences: Transforming a regular holiday into the ultimate lavish escape

Kristin Mariano Aug 28, 2019

Australian luxurious travel operator Luxury Escapes recently launched Experiences, which is a curated collection of handpicked, in-destination activities.

Visitor count up 4.9% in Malaysia

Megha Paul Aug 27, 2019

Malaysia has reported its half-year tourism results declaring tourist arrivals reached 13.35 million up 4.9%, while tourist receipts improved 6.8% over the same period in 2018.…

HomeAway unveils virtual tours in Bali

Megha Paul Aug 27, 2019

HomeAway, holiday home rental company, announced the launch of virtual tours in Bali. First launched in the US in November 2018, Bali is the second market outside of the US and the first…

ITB China to host inaugural Business Travel MICE Procurement Conference in Shanghai

Megha Paul Aug 27, 2019

ITB China, the largest B2B-exclusive travel trade show in China announced that it will be organising the first edition of the ‘Business Travel MICE Procurement Conference – Shanghai…

Cozystay surpasses 2018 bookings by 600% in 2019

Megha Paul Aug 27, 2019

Cozystay, a technology-first, accommodation group with a growing portfolio of hotels, vacation rentals, and resorts under management, announced that it surpassed its total number of 2018…

Hospitality

Real-time performance data sharing of hotels gets easier

Megha Paul Aug 27, 2019

ProfitSword, developer of business intelligence software and data integration services in the hospitality industry, has announced the implementation of its ProfitSage operational and…

ICPB report seeks government help to make India global MICE hub

Megha Paul Aug 27, 2019

The second MICE market report for India released by India Convention Promotion Bureau (ICPB) with the support of Ministry of Tourism has sought more financial and non-financial support…

This is the ultimate bucket list experience for most travellers

Kristin Mariano Aug 27, 2019

The latest survey from smarTours reveals that most travellers want to see the Northern Lights at least once. 47% of travellers listed the Northern Lights as their ultimate bucket list travel…

Cosmos unveils 2020 tours to South Pacific

Megha Paul Aug 23, 2019

Cosmos has launched its 2020 line-up of South Pacific tours and invites holidaymakers to explore the red roads of the Australian Outback and the breezy beaches of Fiji. Its premium…

Yangon airport launches Myanmar’s first-ever premium service lounge

Megha Paul Aug 23, 2019

Yangon International Airport (YIA) unveiled the Mingalar Sky Premium Lounge, the first 24-hour, five-star premium lounge to offer express passenger check-in in the country. Located at…

Israel Tourism conducts roadshow in Delhi

Megha Paul Aug 23, 2019

Israel Ministry of Tourism (IMOT) conducted a roadshow in New Delhi to enhance commercial ties with the Indian travel trade fraternity. In an effort to retain the growth momentum of…

Etihad celebrates 15 years of service to Bahrain

Megha Paul Aug 23, 2019

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is celebrating the 15th anniversary of its operations between the UAE and Bahrain. Since launching services to Bahrain on 22 August,…

Wyndham Destinations to add 140 jobs as part of Orlando expansion

Megha Paul Aug 23, 2019

Wyndham Destinations, vacation ownership and exchange company, announced it would add 140 jobs to its South Orlando call centre operations as part of an expansion to support the ongoing…

Wirecard and OYO join hands for hassle-free bookings

Megha Paul Aug 22, 2019

Wirecard, the global innovation company for digital financial technology and OYO, the hospitality business chain, have announced that they are exploring collaboration opportunities to…

Sansiri raises stake in Standard International to drive expansion in Thailand

Megha Paul Aug 22, 2019

Sansiri, Thailand’s leading real estate developer, announced its investment to increase its shareholding in Standard International Holdings (SIH), the parent company of The Standard, an…

Sea World begins construction of new dive coaster

Megha Paul Aug 22, 2019

On the back of National Rollercoaster Day, construction has begun on Sea World San Diego’s new attraction for 2020 — the tallest, fastest and longest dive coaster in California. The…

38% of business travellers eat healthier on the road

Megha Paul Aug 22, 2019

New research by CWT shows that awareness of maintaining healthy eating habits is gaining momentum amongst business travellers. Overall 38% of business travellers eat healthier while on…

Chinese tourism to US dwindles in the wake of trade war

Megha Paul Aug 22, 2019

After years of double-digit growth, the number of Chinese visitors to the US and the amount they spend are shrinking, inflicting a hit on the USD 1.6 trillion travel industry. The…

Vietjet opens two direct routes to India

Megha Paul Aug 22, 2019

Vietjet is opening direct routes from Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi to New Delhi. To celebrate these new routes, the airline is offering thousands of super-saving tickets priced only from…

LEVA Hotels launches third party management model

Megha Paul Aug 22, 2019

As part of its aggressive expansion strategy, LEVA Hotels & Resorts has rolled out the option of third party management as an alternative to the traditional asset or resource heavy…

Onboard offerings: Princess Cruises unveils new production show

Megha Paul Aug 22, 2019

Princess Cruises has revealed details of its newest production show, ‘Rock Opera’. Created exclusively for Princess Cruises, Rock Opera will feature avant-garde inspired costumes, a…

Kensington Tours introduces itineraries inspired by world’s foremost adventurers

Megha Paul Aug 22, 2019

Kensington Tours has expanded The Explorers Club Collection, a selection of exclusive travel itineraries inspired by the world’s leading adventurers and scientists. The Explorers…

Air

AirAsia connects Kuala Lumpur to hidden island paradise of Belitung

Megha Paul Aug 22, 2019

AirAsia launched a new route connecting Kuala Lumpur to Belitung, an island paradise off the east coast of Sumatra, Indonesia. As the first airline that connects Kuala Lumpur and…

Tourism

Thailand tourism confidence holds steady in 2019

Megha Paul Aug 22, 2019

The quarterly Thailand Tourism Confidence Index of 600 tourism operators was steady at 100 in the second quarter of 2019 and stood at 100 as predicted in the previous quarter. The…

India enhances validity of e-visa to five years

Megha Paul Aug 21, 2019

Government of India has decided to extend the validity of e-tourist visa validity to five years from the existing one year. This was announced by Prahlad Singh Patel, tourism minister of…

Technology

Ctrip gets nod for acquisition of 42.5% stake in MakeMytrip

Megha Paul Aug 21, 2019

Indian regulator Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the acquisition of 42.5% of outstanding voting shares in MakeMyTrip by Chinese online travel agency (OTA) Ctrip.…

British Airways attempts to turn waste into jet fuel

Megha Paul Aug 21, 2019

British Airways is one step closer to powering its future fleet with sustainable jet fuel made from rubbish as plans have been submitted to develop Europe’s first household and…

OYO Vacation Homes to hire 1,000 employees in Europe by 2020

Megha Paul Aug 21, 2019

OYO Vacation Homes, vacation rental companies in Europe, has announced it will hire at least 1.000 employees in Europe by 2020. This decision follows the recently stated commitment to…

UK meetings business in near future to be robust

Megha Paul Aug 21, 2019

The good first half year for UK meetings business is set to continue for the rest of 2019. This was revealed by the Hotel Booking Agents Association (HBAA) Meetings Barometer report.…

First RIU hotel reopens in Canary Islands

Megha Paul Aug 21, 2019

RIU Hotels & Resorts has just reopened the Riu Palmeras hotel, following a complete refurbishment and a EUR 22 million (USD 24.40 million) investment that has resulted in a luxurious…

UK travellers choose coach this bank holiday

Megha Paul Aug 21, 2019

Demand for coach travel has more than doubled this bank holiday weekend with National Express reporting a 62% increase in bookings compared to the same time last year as a result of more…

Breakfast delights: Radisson partners with nutritionist

Megha Paul Aug 21, 2019

It is said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day and Radisson Hotel Group could not agree more, which is why it has partnered with a nutritionist to educate and inspire…

OTAs & Tour Operators

The Travel Corporation rolls out multi-brand loyalty programme

Megha Paul Aug 21, 2019

The Travel Corporation (TTC) has announced the launch of a new, multi-brand loyalty programme called ‘Driven By Service’ which will make it easier for travel advisors to reward loyal TTC…

Museums and art galleries in England see greatest increase in visitors

Megha Paul Aug 20, 2019

Museums and art galleries in England have witnessed the most significant growth in visitor numbers last year. Visits to England’s attractions rose by 2% in 2018 with revenue up 2% on the…

Turkey named sixth most visited country in the world in 2018 by UNWTO

Megha Paul Aug 20, 2019

UN World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) has announced that Turkey was the sixth most visited destination in the world in the year 2018 with 46 million visitors. The UN’s travel arm has…

Namibia sees rise in UK tourists for wildlife travel

Megha Paul Aug 20, 2019

Namibia Tourism Board has revealed findings from a research on the UK outbound market which shows 33% of UK visitors to the country booked their visit via a travel agent and 33% via a…

Tourism

Americans left record 768 million vacation days unused in 2018

Megha Paul Aug 20, 2019

US workers left a record number of vacation days on the table last year—768 million days, up 9 % from 2017—according to new research from the US Travel Association, Oxford Economics and…

Philippine Airlines launches ultimate seat sale

Megha Paul Aug 20, 2019

Philippine Airlines (PAL) has launched its ultimate mid-year seat sale to destinations across the Far East and Australasia with return flights from London Heathrow to Hong Kong from GBP…

Cruise

Go local, the Oceania Cruises way

Megha Paul Aug 20, 2019

Oceania Cruises has unveiled a new series of immersive destination tours under its Go Local brand. The new, exclusive small-batch tours seek to go beyond the tourist sites and embed…

Beat the weather offer: British Airways showers discounts

Megha Paul Aug 20, 2019

With the children heading back to school shortly and the UK braced for cooler, wetter weather, British Airways is offering 50,000 short-haul seats at GBP 50 (USD 60.69) each-way for…

Sri Lanka unveils new measures to boost India inbound

Megha Paul Aug 20, 2019

The Sri Lankan government has launched an ambitious tourism promotion programme in aiming to give a boost to the key revenue-generating sector of the island nation by attracting more…

ITB China joins hands with World Culture and Tourism Forum in Xi’an

Megha Paul Aug 19, 2019

ITB China, the B2B exclusive travel trade show in China, has become a strategic partner of the 2019 World Culture and Tourism Forum to be held on 22-25 October in Xi'an, China. Under…

Cinnamon launches ‘Bring A Friend Home’ campaign to speed up tourism recovery in Sri Lanka

Megha Paul Aug 19, 2019

Cinnamon’s Bring A Friend Home (BAFH) introduces an exclusive initiative to spearhead tourism in Sri Lanka and also to overcome challenges faced by the tourism industry. BAFH encourages…

Japan becomes first overseas market for Mafengwo

Megha Paul Aug 19, 2019

Mafengwo, China-based travel information site, announced its entry into the Japanese market. Listing about 10 million travel content a month, including destination guides or…

Indians spend USD 596 million on foreign travel in June 2019, highest since 2004

Megha Paul Aug 19, 2019

Spending on foreign travel touched USD 596 million in June 2019, which was 42% of the total forex purchased by Indian individuals in the month. This was revealed by the Reserve Bank of…

Hidden costs come as a shock to holidaying families

Megha Paul Aug 19, 2019

Research from Post Office Travel Money has revealed that it is resort rip-offs that families dislike the most while on holiday abroad. Topping this list is unexpected charges incurred…

Holiday Extras Group and Doncaster Sheffield Airport ink pact for expansion plan

Megha Paul Aug 19, 2019

Holiday Extras, the UK-based company with a focus on travel extras such as airport parking, transfers and travel insurance – has joined forces with Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) to…

Luxury Escapes launches ‘Experiences’ platform for travellers in Asia

Megha Paul Aug 19, 2019

Australian travel deals company Luxury Escapes has announced the launch of its new category-leading product, Experiences. Building on the e-commerce platform’s extensive partnerships…

New luxury hotspot for adventure seekers opens

Megha Paul Aug 19, 2019

Hotel Soloha, a 45-room boutique hotel nestled in the rich cultural neighbourhood of Keong Saik, is the newest bolthole for dreamers and adventure-seekers in Singapore. Hotel Soloha…

Millennials could turn the tide for seaside resorts

Megha Paul Aug 19, 2019

The National Coastal Tourism Academy (NCTA) has worked with market research consultancy BVA BDRC to identify the specific intentions and motivations of British holidaymakers to the coast…

Genting Hong Kong secures USD 2.88 billion financing for Dream Cruises’ two new ships

Megha Paul Aug 19, 2019

Genting Hong Kong (GHK) announced that it has signed loan agreements of EUR 2.6 billion (USD 2.88 billion) with a consortium led by KfW IPEX-Bank for construction and post-delivery…

5 most expensive beaches around the world

Kristin Mariano Aug 19, 2019

Ranking 300 of the most popular beaches from 69 countries around the world not only based in price but comparing of beach essentials and refreshments as well – suncream, beer, lunch, and ice…

Travel Money and YES Bank launch forex card

Megha Paul Aug 16, 2019

YES Bank has partnered with Travel Money, the foreign exchange brand of FCM Travel, to provide highly secure digital payment solutions coupled with a completely seamless experience to…

Radisson expands in Thailand with new Phuket hotel

Megha Paul Aug 16, 2019

Radisson Hotel Group announced the signing of a new upscale Radisson property in Thailand, located on Phuket’s sunset coast, in partnership with Thai-Chinese Property Holdings.…

Dubai Tourism conducts three-city India roadshow

Megha Paul Aug 16, 2019

In order to strengthen relationships with travel agents and tour operators, to boost Indian arrivals to Dubai as part of the 2019 marketing strategy, the Department of Tourism and…

Brits spend over a day online before finding one holiday

Megha Paul Aug 16, 2019

As eager Brits get ready to down tools for a well-earned holiday this summer, a study by communications provider Plusnet reveals that they spend, on average, a staggering 11 hours online…

Swiss-Belhotel unveils expansion plans in Vietnam

Megha Paul Aug 16, 2019

Swiss-Belhotel International, the global hospitality management chain, has revealed plans for a major expansion of its hotel collection in Vietnam. At present, the group operates one…

Tourism

Expansion on track: Great Rail Journeys acquires Vacations By Rail

Megha Paul Aug 16, 2019

Great Rail Journeys (GRJ) is increasing its presence in the US as it signed a deal to acquire Chicago-based Vacations By Rail (VBR). The combined business will offer customers a global…

Accor opens Mercure Sydney Rouse Hill

Alastair Newport Aug 15, 2019

Accor and Lewis Land Group have announced the opening of their newest venture, Mercure Sydney Rouse Hill – a new-build hotel located in Sydney’s burgeoning Hills District. To mark the…

Bath time: Francis Hotel celebrates its home city with new ‘indulgent’ offfer

Alastair Newport Aug 15, 2019

One of Bath’s finest hotels - Francis Hotel, has launched a new package which will allow guests to fully immerse themselves in a relaxing overnight stay. The new Indulge in Bath package is…

Thomas Cook introduces visa home collection service

Megha Paul Aug 14, 2019

Thomas Cook India has launched home collection services for its visa business, in a focussed initiative to empower customers with a two-pronged benefit of convenience and safety. This is…

UNIGLOBE expands Malaysian network

Megha Paul Aug 14, 2019

UNIGLOBE Travel International has expanded its network to Malaysia with the addition of UNIGLOBE Sayu Travel and Tours. An IATA-registered agency, UNIGLOBE Sayu Travel and Tours has 50…

Air

Cebu Pacific expands footprint in Clark with launch of three routes

Megha Paul Aug 14, 2019

Cebu Pacific (CEB) has launched three new flights from Clark to Bacolod and Iloilo in the Philippines, and Tokyo, Japan. CEB is the first Philippine carrier to mount direct flights…

Hospitality

Sabre reveals consumer trends powering ‘retail revolution’ in hotels

Megha Paul Aug 14, 2019

Sabre Corporation, in partnership with global consumer trends and insights experts TrendWatching, has released a consumer trends study explaining the retail revolution in the hospitality…

Grammability: Important factor for holiday choices of over 10.6 million Brits

Megha Paul Aug 14, 2019

According to a new study, upwards of 10.6 million Brits are said to be shunning traditional guidebooks and holiday brochures and turning to social media for inspiration, when making…

AI technology driven TFest heads to Dubai

Megha Paul Aug 14, 2019

TFest, a new event concept from Private Luxury Events, is expected to lure over 500 of the world’s most influential luxury travel buyers and exhibitors to Nasimi Beach at Atlantis, The…

Grange Hotel, York launches ‘What Buster Did’ for kids

Megha Paul Aug 14, 2019

The Grange Hotel in York has launched a ‘What Buster Did’ activity for children staying at the hotel, taking inspiration from the hotel’s resident pooch. Guaranteed to get children…

Bahrain to set new records in Indian weddings this year

Megha Paul Aug 14, 2019

Bahrain Tourism & Exhibition Authority (BTEA) is confident of setting new records in the number of Indian weddings and the revenue earnings from the Indian wedding business to…

QANTAS opens updated business lounge at Changi Airport

Alastair Newport Aug 14, 2019

Australian carrier QANTAS announced that it flung open the doors of its newly expanded, refurbished and updated Business Lounge this week. Qantas International Acting CEO Mr Naren Kumar…

Most (and least) expensive cities in the world to be a tourist

Kristin Mariano Aug 14, 2019

Travelling to certain destinations can put a hole in one’s pocket. DayBreakHotels carried out a research to find out the most expensive city in the world to be a tourist.

Louvre Museum introduces compulsory advance booking

Megha Paul Aug 13, 2019

From now on, online ticket booking is compulsory for those visiting the famous Louvre museum. This has been done to combat the problem of over tourism and the chaos that follows owing to…

New milestone: Expedia witnesses 15 million bookings

Megha Paul Aug 13, 2019

Expedia Travel Agent Affiliate Programme (TAAP) has reached a new milestone of 15 million cumulative trips booked on its platform. Diego Pedrani, senior director of retail…

RIU opens doors in Madrid

Megha Paul Aug 13, 2019

RIU Hotels & Resorts has arrived in Madrid with the opening of Hotel Riu Plaza España in the capital city’s iconic Edificio España. It is the first RIU hotel in the city and the…

ABTA welcomes 22 new members

Megha Paul Aug 13, 2019

From April to July 2019, nine new members and 13 new partners joined the Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA). These are a diverse range of new members offering attraction…

Dream Cruises unveils regal gastronomy at sea

Megha Paul Aug 13, 2019

“Taste the Dream – Wine and Dine at Sea”, the signature culinary extravaganza of Dream Cruises, will return this year with the launch of “A Taste of the Palace”, featuring regal menus by…

Technology

AmEx Global Business Travel forms Middle East joint venture

Megha Paul Aug 13, 2019

American Express Global Business Travel (GBT), business partner for managed travel, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a controlling stake in Kanoo Travel, a travel…

Is Hong Kong safe? The impact of pro-democracy protests on tourism

Kristin Mariano Aug 13, 2019

Over two months of occupying the streets with no peaceful conclusion in sight, Hong Kong extradition and pro-democracy protests put the country’s tourism in peril.

‘Bleisure’ travel data shows 75% extend their business trips

Tian Tolentino Aug 13, 2019

Research shows that bleisure travel shows no signs of slowing down as more people continue to combine business trips with leisure activities.

Animal tourism generates five times more revenue than illegal wildlife trade

Megha Paul Aug 12, 2019

In 2018, wildlife tourism directly contributed USD 120.1 billion to global GDP, versus the USD 23 billion in revenue attributed to trade on the black market, or 5.2 times more, according…

Sonoma County Tourism unveils training programme

Megha Paul Aug 12, 2019

Sonoma County Tourism recently launched its first-ever training platform that will certify travel professionals as Sonoma County destination experts. Created in coordination with…

Lights, camera, action! TAT Mumbai hosts ASEAN-Indian Film Festival

Megha Paul Aug 12, 2019

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Mumbai in cooperation with the tourism boards of the ASEAN countries and India, inaugurated a three-day film festival at the National Museum of…

Travelport’s new partnerships puts event organisers and TA’s in control

Alastair Newport Aug 12, 2019

Travelport and Inspiravia S.L have announced the extension of their current partnership with the signing of a new global referral agreement. The new contract will see Inspiravia S.L. …

Hong Kong tourism suffers from massive protests

Kristin Mariano Aug 12, 2019

Hong Kong’s tourism industry is feeling the paralyzing effect of the extradition protests as it enters its 10th week.

Netflix and regular holidays are among top 50 things Britons value most in life

Megha Paul Aug 12, 2019

Regular holidays, reading a good book, getting a great deal, having reliable neighbours and belly laughing with friends are just some of life’s essentials that Britons value the most,…

Ultima Collection announces expansion with three openings in 2019

Megha Paul Aug 12, 2019

The Ultima Collection has announced the expansion of its portfolio of luxury hotels and private residences with a series of three new openings scheduled for 2019. The expansion follows…

Holiday Extras sees record booking amid Brexit tension

Megha Paul Aug 12, 2019

The Kent-based Holiday Extras took GBP 1.275 million (USD 1.53 million) in gross revenue which beat its previous best on 1 July this year. It is only the second time the company has…

Harbour Grand Kowloon to unveil new tower rooms

Megha Paul Aug 12, 2019

Harbour Grand Kowloon in Hong Kong will usher into a new era with the opening of 360 brand new guestrooms in the tower this August, bringing the hotel’s total room inventory to over 900.…

TAT hosts Thailand Golf Travel Mart 2019 in Chiang Mai

Megha Paul Aug 9, 2019

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) organised the fifth Thailand Golf Travel Mart (TGTM) 2019 in the kingdom’s northern capital as part of an ongoing strategy to further develop a…

Visit Orlando rolls out new travel trade tools

Megha Paul Aug 9, 2019

Visit Orlando has launched new interactive sales tools and resources for travel agents, including a re-designed Orlando Travel Academy. The new academy will provide agents with quick…

Travel Counsellors: Sustainable credentials essential for over 75% of travellers

Megha Paul Aug 9, 2019

Over three-quarters of travellers look for sustainable credentials when booking holidays. This was revealed by a recent research by Travel Counsellors. A survey of 500 UK consumers…

Tourism boom continues in Germany

Megha Paul Aug 9, 2019

German tourism is out pacing global growth and continues to pull in punters from across the world, striding ahead of other European destinations -- according to the IPK International…

Budapest Airport gets winter boost with Wizz Air

Megha Paul Aug 9, 2019

Budapest Airport has announced a boost in the gateway’s capacity this winter to Edinburgh and Odesa, with the confirmation of Wizz Air’s latest new schedule. As the home-based airline…

Hospitality

On a mission: Agoda launches Travel Guides

Megha Paul Aug 9, 2019

Nature, beaches, food and drink, landmarks and culture are the five top global reasons to travel, according to new research from Agoda. Whether travellers are looking for nature or…

RCI acquires Alliance to accelerate growth

Megha Paul Aug 9, 2019

Vacation exchange network as part of Wyndham Destinations, RCI, announced it has acquired travel technology platform Alliance Reservations Network (Alliance) for USD 92 million. This…

Features

9 European cities for that much-needed girls weekend

Kristin Mariano Aug 9, 2019

Whether you are looking for a sunny city-break full of Snapchats and sangria or an Instagrammable spa getaway with a spot of shopping, there is a European city waiting for you and your…

Growing the game: Qatar showcases golf offerings to UK

Megha Paul Aug 9, 2019

Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) co-hosted a golf day along with its partners Discover Qatar, Qatar Airways, Education City Golf Club and Doha Golf Club. Held at the prestigious…

Attractions

Dippy the dinosaur is coming to Cardiff

Megha Paul Aug 9, 2019

Visitors to Cardiff are in for a treat this autumn as Dippy, the Natural History Museum’s iconic Diplodocus dinosaur cast, is coming to National Museum Cardiff from 19 October 2019 to 26…

China Southern and American Airlines in lounge-sharing deal

Megha Paul Aug 9, 2019

China Southern Airlines has launched a programme of airport lounge-sharing with American Airlines starting from August. Both carriers will provide their self-managed lounges to the other…

Marriott witnesses summer slowdown

Megha Paul Aug 8, 2019

Feeling the heat this summer, hotel chain Marriott has registered a drop of 65% in its net income for the second quarter of 2019 at USD 232 million compared to USD 667 million for the…

Vietjet, Swift247 and Grab ink pact to boost transport mobility and delivery

Megha Paul Aug 8, 2019

Airline Vietjet, Grab and Swift247, a startup providing super express air delivery service, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on the comprehensive cooperation to develop…

West Bengal to showcase new face of Kolkata at IATO convention

Megha Paul Aug 8, 2019

While playing host to the 35th Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) Convention, West Bengal Tourism will attempt to showcase the new face and identity of Kolkata as a hub city and…

Dubai sees 51% increase in cruise visitors

Megha Paul Aug 8, 2019

Strengthening its position as a premier international cruise destination, Dubai concluded its 2018-2019 cruise season with a record increase of over 51% in cruise tourist footfall and a…

The world’s greatest living explorer joins TRIP Group

Megha Paul Aug 8, 2019

Sir Ranulph Fiennes has thrown his support behind the Travel Risk and Incident Prevention (TRIP) Group by becoming patron of the travel safety think tank. The world’s greatest living…

TAT announces five new national parks in Thailand

Megha Paul Aug 8, 2019

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced that Thailand added five new national parks around the country, during 2016 to 2019, since the start of the reign of King Maha…

Paws for tea at The Murray, Hong Kong

Megha Paul Aug 8, 2019

The Murray, Hong Kong will mark the launch of its pet-friendly themed afternoon tea series with an inaugural gathering on 24 August 2019. To be staged at The Arches, the hotel’s iconic…

New pact to lead way for evolution of travel marketing

Megha Paul Aug 8, 2019

Connect Worldwide (CWW) and Planet4people, a development company addressing environmental issues, have announced a partnership to support destinations and travel companies and…

GIATA celebrates 1,000,000th unique identified property

Megha Paul Aug 8, 2019

There are over one million unique official accommodations in the world. This was revealed by hotel content database provider GIATA, which has announced its 1,000,000th unique identified…

Turning 90: Fairmont Peace Hotel celebrates anniversary

Megha Paul Aug 8, 2019

Accor has announced a week’s worth of exciting events befitting the 90th anniversary of Fairmont Peace Hotel, a legendary property renowned throughout China. Over the decades, the hotel…

Ctrip bats for Sicily in China

Megha Paul Aug 7, 2019

Ctrip has announced a strategic partnership with Sicily that promises to bring a bigger share of the world’s largest outbound tourism market to the Mediterranean island. Tourism is a…

Malayasian rainforest sets the stage for chef series

Megha Paul Aug 7, 2019

As part of the ongoing chef series, a signature experience at The Datai Langkawi, the resort will welcome London born chef, Nelly Robinson, from 30 August to 1 September 2019, inviting…

Attractions

Disney World, going on safari and Lapland top family bucket list

Megha Paul Aug 7, 2019

UK parents’ ultimate wish is to take their families to Disney World. Research from Sainsbury’s Bank Travel Insurance reveals parents are creating new family bucket lists – a list of…

Portugal launches MICE incentives to promote inland corporate travel

Megha Paul Aug 7, 2019

The Portuguese government has announced the launch of a new incentive programme to promote the support for inland MICE events across the country, including the mainland and autonomous…

Technology

Largest indoor virtual reality park opens in Louisiana

Megha Paul Aug 7, 2019

New to Youngsville, Louisiana, Planet VR has opened its doors for the first time in the state and will be the group’s biggest virtual reality amusement park to date. Experiences offered…

Bubble button: Eurostar invites travellers to ‘press for champagne’

Megha Paul Aug 7, 2019

High-speed passenger rail service linking the UK with mainland Europe, Eurostar, has launched a ‘Press for champagne’ button to kick off the 100-day countdown to its 25th anniversary. In…

Aman Resorts to debut in ME with three hotels

Megha Paul Aug 7, 2019

Marking the company's first entry into Saudi Arabia, the hotel and resort brand Aman has signed a partnership deal with the Royal Commission for Al Ula (RCU) to develop its first Middle…

Get set, go! Bangkok Airways hosts marathon in Phuket

Megha Paul Aug 7, 2019

To promote tourism in Phuket, Bangkok Airways recently organised the “Bangkok Airways Phuket Half Marathon”, the fourth running programme of the Bangkok Airways Boutique Series 2019 at…

Tourism

11 European destinations for family summer holiday

Kristin Mariano Aug 7, 2019

What constitutes a perfect summer holiday? Of course, it is the one with the whole family. Choosing the right destination is essential when it comes to creating the perfect family getaway.

Air

Thomas Cook Airline renews focus on digital strategy

Megha Paul Aug 6, 2019

Thomas Cook Group Airline has consolidated its digital marketing team with a new Manchester city centre base. Looking after all customer-centric digital activity across the groups's…

Associations

All parts of any AITO holiday are covered – no ifs and no buts, says AITO chairman

Megha Paul Aug 6, 2019

The Association of Independent Tour Operators (AITO) is reminding travel agents and consumers to book with AITO operators to guarantee 100% financial security – including cover for…

Hospitality

Families renting out homes to pay for holidays

Megha Paul Aug 6, 2019

As the schools break up for summer, home-sharing insurance specialist GUARDHOG has unveiled new research which shows that nearly half (48%) of Brits who’ve listed their homes on…

Air

THAI celebrates 15th anniversary in Bengaluru

Megha Paul Aug 6, 2019

Thai Airways International (THAI) recently celebrated the 15th anniversary of flights to Bengaluru.  THAI celebrated 15 years of roundtrip flights from Bangkok to Bengaluru at the…

Air

Vietjet unveils one million zero-fare tickets for all routes

Megha Paul Aug 6, 2019

Vietnam’s low-cost carrier Vietjet is offering one million super-saving tickets priced only VND 0 (USD 0) from 6-8 August. Flights can be booked for dates from 7 September 2019 to 25…

Technology

Deem launches first virtual payment programme

Megha Paul Aug 5, 2019

Mobile and cloud technology provider for the corporate travel industry, Deem, has announced the launch of its first virtual payment provider programme with Conferma Pay, a fintech…

Technology

National ID enrolment centres for Nigerians opens in Germany and UK

Megha Paul Aug 5, 2019

As part of the endeavour to support the initiative by the National Identity Management Commission’s (NIMC) to enrol Nigerian adults and children into the National Identity Database…

Tourism

AmEx Global Business Travel announces flagship partnership with UNICEF

Megha Paul Aug 5, 2019

American Express Global Business Travel (GBT) has announced its new global flagship charitable cause to help children get back to school in times of emergency and conflict and a…

Tourism

Free admission, extended hours during August at NMAJH

Megha Paul Aug 5, 2019

The National Museum of American Jewish History (NMAJH) has extended free admission for all visitors through August after welcoming more than 13,000 visitors for free in July. Free…

Hospitality

Hilton and Alshaya partner for 70 Hampton hotels

Megha Paul Aug 5, 2019

Hospitality major Hilton and franchise operator Alshaya Group have announced a significant development of their ongoing relationship with the exclusive signing of a master development…

Hospitality

Detox or retox with vegan or marTEAni afternoon

Megha Paul Aug 5, 2019

With the quintessentially British tradition of afternoon tea remaining as popular as ever, Dukes London has curated a quirky selection of teas with a twist to celebrate Afternoon Tea…

Hospitality

Small Luxury Hotels launches preferred agency programme

Megha Paul Aug 2, 2019

Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) is bolstering its ties with the travel trade through the development of a new travel agency programme called withIN. It is aimed at gathering the…

Hospitality

In the lap of luxury: YTL’s Hinode Hills Niseko Village in Japan to open in December

Megha Paul Aug 2, 2019

Hinode Hills Niseko Village, the highly anticipated hotel with 79 luxury rooms and suites opens for arrivals on 1 December and is the latest addition in luxury accommodation to join YTL…

Hospitality

Universal Orlando unveils plans for Epic Universe park

Megha Paul Aug 2, 2019

Universal Orlando Resort will open a fourth theme park, Universal’s Epic Universe, on a 750-acre site a few miles south of its existing Florida parks. Tom Williams, chairman and CEO…

Air

Airfares to rise 5% in 2020 in India

Megha Paul Aug 2, 2019

With India’s strong economic growth fueling demand for business travel, airfares, hotel rates and ground transport prices are expected to increase in 2020. This was revealed by the sixth…

Airlines and Aviation

SIA and Amex launch first SME business travel card

Alastair Newport Aug 2, 2019

American Express and Singapore Airlines have announced the extension of their partnership to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Singapore today, in light of survey results…

Technology

Travelport offers first phase of Next Generation Storefront capability

Megha Paul Aug 1, 2019

Travelport announced that it is actively working with multiple airlines and partners to offer Next Generation Storefront (NGS) capability. NGS is an industry initiative to enable travel…

Attractions

Happy feet: New penguin parade visitor centre opens

Megha Paul Aug 1, 2019

Phillip Island’s iconic Penguin Parade, one of Australia’s most popular tourist attractions, has officially opened the doors to its breath-taking new visitor centre. The new centre…

Technology

CWT and Amadeus expand collaboration on technology innovation and NDC

Megha Paul Aug 1, 2019

CWT has become an early adopter and active member of the Amadeus NDC(X) programme. CWT is using Amadeus’ new distribution capability (NDC) enabled travel API (application programming…

Tourism

Bangkok’s old town gets more accessible

Megha Paul Aug 1, 2019

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced the opening of four new subway stations in Bangkok’s Old City and Chinatown neighbourhood, which will make exploring the area’s rich…

Hospitality

Return of the legend: Iconic Raffles Singapore reopens

Megha Paul Aug 1, 2019

Raffles Singapore has officially reopened, heralding an exciting new chapter in the iconic property's rich history and heritage. A flagship property within Accor, Raffles Singapore is…

Hospitality

Ola archipelago! Travellers flock to Balearic Islands this summer

Megha Paul Aug 1, 2019

Bedbank company Hotelbeds has announced a double-digit increase in room night sales for the Balearic Islands, with more than 30% growth in the last eight weeks compared to the previous…

Tourism

10 Indian monuments to remain open all day

Megha Paul Jul 31, 2019

Visitors to Humayun’s Tomb will soon be able to spend time in the sprawling garden complex  housing the monument until 9pm, one of 10 historic sites to now open late. The 16th century…

Hospitality

Riyadh’s midscale hotel sector greatest potential for developers

Megha Paul Jul 31, 2019

Saudi Arabia’s capital city Riyadh has great potential for midscale hotel growth. This was revealed by a study by Drees & Sommer. According to the study, it is a good time for the…

Associations

Natural World Safaris partners debut Wilderland Film fest

Megha Paul Jul 31, 2019

Hospitality

‘Kids Free San Diego’ returns in October with bigger family fun

Megha Paul Jul 31, 2019

During the entire month of October, more than 130 San Diego hotels, restaurants, attractions, museums, tours and transportation companies offer families the opportunity to unwind in San…

Air

Gatwick Group shows off the best local attractions for international travellers

Alastair Newport Jul 31, 2019

The Gatwick Group, made up of Gatwick Airport and its tourism partners, has unveiled a new series of guides to illuminate passengers, passing through the international hub, with the best…

Tourism

Which wonder of the world is most popular on social media?

Kristin Mariano Jul 31, 2019

Throughout the years, there have been several lists of World Wonders that were compiled from ancient monuments to wonders of the present day.

Tourism

Oman launches Khareef offerings

Megha Paul Jul 30, 2019

With tourists flocking to Salalah, Dhofar for the Khareef season to enjoy the area’s pleasant and cool weather, the Ministry of Tourism in Oman has been closely coordinating with…

OTAs & Tour Operators

YES Bank acquires 18.55% in Cox & Kings

Megha Paul Jul 30, 2019

YES Bank has acquired 18.55% stake in Cox and Kings on invocation of pledged shares. It has also acquired 30% stake in Ezeego One Travel & Tours, which is promoted by Cox &…

Cruise

Cunard sets sail for fourth annual Transatlantic Fashion Week with Breakfast at Tiffany’s

Megha Paul Jul 30, 2019

Luxury cruise line Cunard kicked off the company’s fourth annual Transatlantic Fashion Week with a special Breakfast at Tiffany’s in the flagship store’s Blue Box Cafe. Rose Marie…

UK

Beards could cause delays for Singaporeans heading to UK this summer

Megha Paul Jul 30, 2019

Heading off on vacation this July? You may want to check your face before you pack. New research has revealed some of the common reasons why passengers are failing checks at border…

Air

Star Alliance and NEC partner up for biometric identification

Megha Paul Jul 30, 2019

Star Alliance and NEC Corporation, a global company with interests in IT, network and biometric technologies, has signed a partnership agreement to develop a biometric data-based…

Hospitality

Sporting fixtures bring 6% boost to London’s hotels while provinces feel the squeeze

Megha Paul Jul 29, 2019

On the back of both major sporting fixtures, London’s hotels have witnessed an average room rate rise. Revenue per available room (RevPAR) in London’s hotels rose 6% in Q2 2019 with…

Global

Sabre unveils its industry-first lodging innovation

Megha Paul Jul 29, 2019

Technology provider to the global travel industry, Sabre Corporation has announced the release of Sabre Content Services for Lodging. This new solution will power agency and corporate…

Tourism

Secret to lasting happiness: 88% say holidaying with loved ones

Megha Paul Jul 29, 2019

You may not be able to buy happiness but you can buy a holiday abroad with your loved ones. A recent survey of almost 2,000 holidaymakers from Holiday Hypermarket has revealed 88%…

Hotels

Family By JW programme now in APAC region

Megha Paul Jul 29, 2019

JW Marriott, part of Marriott International, recently announced the launch of the Family by JW programme in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. Inspired by the legacy of JW Marriott…

Hospitality

AmEx’s Hotel Monitor 2020 report predicts highest room rate growth for APAC in Bengaluru

Megha Paul Jul 29, 2019

The recent Hotel Monitor 2020 report by American Express Global Business Travel (GBT) with the support of Global Business Consulting (GBC) predicts highest room rate growth for Bengaluru…

Tourism

10 last-minute inexpensive city break destinations

Kristin Mariano Jul 29, 2019

Summer is here and everyone is bound somewhere for a holiday, especially in August bank holiday.

Tourism

Arabian Adventures strengthens presence in Benelux region

Megha Paul Jul 26, 2019

UAE’s destination management company (DMC) Arabian Adventures has appointed Connoisseur Travel Collection as its general sales agent (GSA) in the Benelux (Belgium, The Netherlands,…

Tourism

Welcome to Jurassic World – The Ride

Megha Paul Jul 26, 2019

The entertainment capital of the US, Universal Studios Hollywood ushered in its new mega attraction, Jurassic World—The Ride with a grand opening celebration attended by stars of the…

Tourism

Take a dip: Europe’s hottest urban beach opens in Geneva

Megha Paul Jul 26, 2019

Head to Geneva, Europe’s leading city break destination, to enjoy the recently opened Eaux-Vives beach which is located on the banks of Lake Geneva. The new beach, combined with the…

Hospitality

VisitMalaysia 2020 campaign unveiled in India

Megha Paul Jul 25, 2019

Focusing on its commitment to India as its main potential market for growth, Tourism Malaysia launched the much-awaited ‘VisitMalaysia 2020’ campaign at a three-city roadshow covering…

Air

Air Partner launches fixed Trans-Atlantic rates

Megha Paul Jul 25, 2019

Global aviation services group Air Partner has announced the launch of its new fixed Trans-Atlantic rate structure as part of its industry leading JetCard programme. The fixed rate of…

United States

Hotel Data Conference sold out for sixth year in a row

Megha Paul Jul 25, 2019

The 11th annual Hotel Data Conference (HDC), presented by Rainmaker, has reached capacity status with a record 725 registered attendees for the event on 14-16 August at the JW Marriott…

Tourism

Gastronomy and urban experiences top draws for tourists to Europe

Megha Paul Jul 25, 2019

Interests and hobbies are significant factors when it comes to selecting a travel destination, according to the European Travel Commission’s (ETC) latest research titled ‘Tourism Passion…

Tourism

Sri Lanka to issue free visas for Chinese tourists

Megha Paul Jul 25, 2019

In a bid to attract one of the biggest source markets of outbound travellers in the world, Sri Lanka’s cabinet of ministers has approved a proposal from the Sri Lanka Tourism Ministry to…

Air

China’s VariFlight poised for global expansion, partners with Amadeus

Megha Paul Jul 25, 2019

Travellers in China are used to frequent flight delays, leaving holidaymakers with disrupted itineraries and business travellers missing appointments with customers. Putting an end to…

Hospitality

eRevMax makes inroads in Bahrain with Hani Group

Megha Paul Jul 25, 2019

Hani Group, an upscale hotel chain in Bahrain has selected eRevMax to improve online sales with efficient rate and availability management. All three properties of the group are using…

Tourism

Driving strong: Avis India celebrates two decades in India

Megha Paul Jul 25, 2019

Achieving a major milestone in its business journey, car rental service provider Avis India has successfully completed 20 years of operations in India. Having started its operations with…

Air

South Korea: An Eid and summer hotspot for Middle East travellers

Megha Paul Jul 25, 2019

Cathay Pacific and Korea Tourism Organisation have joined hands to provide travellers with even more reasons to explore Seoul, Jeju and Busan. Listed as one of the airline’s top Eid and…

Tourism

10 destinations that are in everyone’s bucket list

Kristin Mariano Jul 25, 2019

Everyone has a place where they would like to go before they “kick the bucket”. Global travel site Big 7 Travel has released the official list of the 'Top 50 Bucket List Destinations 2019'.

Tourism

China and US continue to drive global travel

Megha Paul Jul 24, 2019

Mainland Chinese are travelling overseas for business and leisure in greater numbers than ever before according to Mastercard’s Global Destination Cities Index.The recently released…

Air

THAI increases preferred seats on all international flights

Megha Paul Jul 24, 2019

Thai Airways International Public Company (THAI) is increasing preferred seats selection on all international flights for passenger convenience. Economy and royal silk class passengers…

Tourism

FCM Travel launches Marketplace for corporate buyers

Megha Paul Jul 24, 2019

FCM Travel Solutions has created Marketplace, a virtual gateway to its extensive proprietary and specially-negotiated air fares, hotel rates, car rental and rail booking options. The…

Tourism

Dubai bats for more UK tourist arrivals

Megha Paul Jul 24, 2019

In a bid to further boost British tourist arrivals, Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) held a series of strategic meetings with UK-based tourism and…