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• The Bahamas reopens to visitors

  07-07-2020 06:55 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Three thousand hotel rooms are now available in the area of Nassau and Paradise Island.
  
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• Interview - Agnès Roquefort Global Chief Development Officer, Luxury & Lifestyle Division, Accor

  15-04-2024 13:38 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Another in our series of Interviews with Industry Leaders attending FHS Saudi Arabia taking place on the 29 April - 01 May 2024 at Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh, we next speak with Agnès Roquefort - Global Chief Development Officer, Luxury & Lifestyle Division, Accor
  
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• Regulatory changes driving a global boom in casino tourism

  15-04-2024 13:30 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Las Vegas and Monte Carlo have historically cornered the market in casino tourism, but the landscape has started to change dramatically in recent years. The emergence of online casino platforms has played an integral role in attracting a much wider audience to popular games such as blackjack and roulette.
  
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• Amadeus unveils ‘virtual operations centre’ alongside Microsoft

  15-04-2024 11:51 via breakingtravelnews.com
  The introduction of Amadeus Virtual Airport Operations Centre enables a broad range of stakeholders like airlines, airports, border control, and service providers to co-operate in a fully digitalised airport operations centre.
  
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• Culinary Maestro Matteo Re Depaolini Redefines Italian Dining at Four Seasons Beijing’s Mio

  15-04-2024 09:57 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Matteo Re Depaolini, the newly appointed Chef de Cuisine at Mio, the Italian dining destination within Four Seasons Hotel Beijing, brings a fresh perspective to authentic Italian cuisine, blending tradition with innovation. With over two decades of culinary experience and a passion for exploring traditional Italian flavors, Matteo’s imaginative creations promise to take diners on a journey of sensory delight.
  
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• Caption by Hyatt Expands Globally with New Hotels Planned in U.S. and Asia Pacific

  15-04-2024 09:53 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Hyatt Hotels Corporation celebrates the groundbreaking of Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga in Tennessee, marking the brand’s continued expansion and innovation in the hospitality sector. Developed by 3H Group Inc., the hotel combines upscale design with the convenience of select-service properties, catering to both guests and developers alike.
  
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• British Airways Expands Speedbird Pilot Academy Initiative Amidst Overwhelming Response

  15-04-2024 09:46 via breakingtravelnews.com
  British Airways announces the launch of the second year of its fully funded Speedbird Pilot Academy cadet scheme, following an unprecedented response to its inaugural intake. With over 20,000 applications received for just 100 places in its first year, the initiative forms part of the airline’s £7 billion investment to democratize the path to a career as a commercial airline pilot.
  
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• Royal Caribbean’s 2025-26 Season: Anthem and Voyager of the Seas in Australia

  15-04-2024 09:02 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Royal Caribbean announces Anthem of the Seas’ Australian debut and Voyager of the Seas’ return for the 2025-26 season. Explore Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific from Sydney and Brisbane.
  
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• Explore North Dakota’s Unique Culinary Scene

  15-04-2024 08:59 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Amidst the vast plains and rugged landscapes, North Dakota’s culinary scene is steadily making waves with the recent recognition of three James Beard Award nominees in 2024. These nominations underscore the state’s growing influence on the national food scene and showcase the rich tapestry of flavors and culinary talent present in the region.
  
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• Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way is 10!

  15-04-2024 08:55 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Offering cinematic beauty, off-the-beaten-track experiences and transcendently beautiful coastal scenery, the Wild Atlantic Way has been one of the island of Ireland’s most successful tourism stories. 10 years on, it is as compelling as ever.
  
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• Celebrating 50 Years of Democratized Travel: The ibis Legacy

  15-04-2024 08:55 via breakingtravelnews.com
  As ibis, the renowned economy hotel brand, commemorates its 50th anniversary, it reflects on its journey of democratizing travel and hospitality. Established in 1974 with core values of affordability, innovation, and quality, ibis has grown into the leading global economy hotel brand with over 2,500 locations across 79 countries.
  
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• Aer Lingus adds extra transatlantic flights from Manchester to Orlando

  15-04-2024 08:53 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Aer Lingus has added extra flights to its Winter 2024 schedule from Manchester, as the transatlantic airline continues to expand in the North of England.
  
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• NOBU HOSPITALITY EXPANDS PRESENCE IN THE BALKANS

  15-04-2024 08:06 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Nobu Hospitality, the renowned luxury lifestyle and iconic hotel, dining, and residence brand, is excited to announce the development of two exceptional properties in Bulgaria - Nobu Hotel and Restaurant Sofia and Nobu Hotel and Restaurant Varna.
  
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• Bert Hernandez Named Brand President of Silversea

  15-04-2024 08:02 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Royal Caribbean Group have announced that Barbara Muckermann will depart Royal Caribbean Group after 14 years with Silversea to pursue other opportunities, and effective immediately, Bert Hernandez will succeed her as president of Silversea
  
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• Hilton Expands Its Global Footprint with Plans to Enter 5 New Markets in 2024

  14-04-2024 09:28 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Following a robust 2023 where Hilton achieved its largest development pipeline in company history and opened a company record of 24,000 rooms across 132 hotels in the last quarter of the year, Hilton is well-positioned for further growth in 2024.
  
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• Introducing Kempinski Hotel & Residences Khao Yai

  14-04-2024 09:24 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Nusa My Ozone, celebrated for crafting Thailand’s premier luxury destinations, proudly announces a landmark collaboration with Kempinski Hotels, a global icon in hospitality. Together, they unveil the exquisite Kempinski Hotel & Residences Khao Yai nestled within the enchanting embrace of Nusa My Ozone in Khao Yai.
  
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• Delta Sky Club levels up in Miami with major lounge expansion

  14-04-2024 09:21 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Last week, Delta Sky Club raised the curtain on its newly expanded Miami lounge. With the addition of nearly 4,000 square feet and 100-plus seats to the Club—a capacity increase of more than 50%— the Club now stands at just over 12,000 total square feet, ready to welcome around 300 guests.
  
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• RYANAIR ANNOUNCES 3 NEW ROUTES AND 1 NEW AIRCRAFT IN LIVERPOOL

  14-04-2024 09:19 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, has officially launched its summer ‘24 schedule for Liverpool with 32 routes, including 3 exciting new routes to sunny hotspots Corfu, Lanzarote and Paphos.
  To support this 11% Liverpool traffic growth, Ryanair will base 1 new B737 aircraft for Summer ‘24 (additional $100m investment) bringing Ryanair’s total Liverpool-based fleet to 5 aircraft and creating over 30 new high paid jobs for pilots and cabin crew.
  
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• Ground-breaking airport hydrogen trial

  14-04-2024 09:13 via breakingtravelnews.com
  A ground-breaking airside hydrogen refuelling trial, led by easyJet and supported by several cross-industry partners, has been successfully completed at Bristol Airport – the first airport trial of its kind at a major UK airport.
  
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• New culinary highlights in Lufthansa Business Class

  14-04-2024 09:09 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Board, take off, relax: Lufthansa is constantly developing its product range in all classes in order to provide passengers with a pleasant journey. In Business Class on long-haul flights, new highlights are now being added to the culinary offering.
  
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• SeaWorld Invites Guests to Celebrate National Dolphin Day with Dolphin Presentations and Experiences

  13-04-2024 09:59 via breakingtravelnews.com
  National Dolphin Day is this Sunday, April 14th, and SeaWorld is inviting guests to celebrate by diving into unique up-close encounters and interactions with the ocean’s most playful ambassadors – and one of the most popular animals at the SeaWorld parks. In addition to daily educational sessions and presentations, guests can purchase special add-on experience packages for once-in-a-lifetime dolphin interactions. Plus, Silver, Gold and Platinum Pass Members can take advantage of disc
  
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• 5 Wildlife Trips in Saudi to Celebrate Earth Day

  13-04-2024 09:31 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Surround yourself and your family with the lush greenery, natural thermal springs and lively markets of Al Ahsa. Home to one of the biggest oases in the world and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Al Ahsa boasts tall, beautiful date palms.
  
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• Sweden Expects “Coolcation ” Boom With 21% Increase in Search Queries

  13-04-2024 09:27 via breakingtravelnews.com
  The summer holiday, once synonymous with chasing the sun, is shifting towards a new trend called “Coolcationing.” Announced by the travel magazine ” Condé Nast Traveler ” (1) as one of the key travel trends for 2024, this trend is gaining significance. Considering recent years’ record temperatures, Author Rick Jordan emphasises that more and more people prefer travelling to regions with moderate temperatures and less crowding.
  
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• Bartlett Leads Major Drive to Boost Cruise Tourism at Seatrade Cruise Global 2024

  13-04-2024 09:25 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett has disclosed several important productive outcomes from a series of high-level stakeholder engagements at Seatrade Cruise Global 2024 in Miami, Florida, the industry’s premier annual event. The conference was held from April 8-11.
  
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• Civitatis reaches one million reservations from Mexican travellers

  13-04-2024 09:22 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Civitatis, the leading platform in online distribution of guided tours, activities, and excursions in Spanish language across 160 countries worldwide, this week the company has reached one million reservations from Mexican users, with 94% of those travelling abroad outside Mexico.
  
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• ‘Themed’ trips: finally a new way to sell travel or just marketing hype?

  13-04-2024 09:20 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Speakers at last year’s Phocuswright Conference in Miami declared that we are now in “the age of awe” – a growing trend where people are seeking out unique and life-changing trips through ‘experiential travel’.
  
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• Equinox Charter announces Rough Guides collaboration

  13-04-2024 09:17 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Specialist aircraft charter organisation Equinox Charter has announced a unique collaboration with global travel authority, Rough Guides.
  Renowned for their straight-talking and user-friendly travel insights, Rough Guides will now offer bespoke travel companions for passengers booking chartered flights through Equinox.
  
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• OBTs and the internet most impactful innovations on business travel in last 30 years

  12-04-2024 22:14 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Business Travel Show Europe is 30 this year and, to celebrate visitor registration officially opening for the event on 19-20 June at ExCeL, London, organisers have revealed new data showing buyers believe online booking tools have had as big an impact on business travel in the last three decades as the internet.
  
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• MSC CRUISES AND CHANTIERS DE L’ATLANTIQUE MARK TWO IMPORTANT MILESTONES

  12-04-2024 10:39 via breakingtravelnews.com
  MSC Cruises and Chantiers de l’Atlantique marked two important milestones today in the construction of the innovative World Class ships, MSC World America and MSC World Asia, during a press conference at Seatrade Cruise Global in Miami.
  
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• For the First Time Ever, the Four Seasons Private Jet is Available for Charter Bookings

  12-04-2024 10:36 via breakingtravelnews.com
  What does it look like when you take your nearest and dearest to the skies in a custom-designed private jet that happens to be fully serviced by the world’s leading luxury hospitality company? Available for private charter bookings for a limited time only, the Four Seasons Private Jet Experience becomes the ultimate adventure where guests set the itinerary.
  
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