Africa is set to be the go-to travel destination for Indian travellers, and tourism stakeholders across the continent are ready to promote Africa to India and implement strategies with tangible res…
Hilton making pitch to go-getters with new Tempo brand
Hilton is bolstering its presence in the lifestyle space with the launch of Tempo by Hilton, a limited-service concept that targets a demographic the company has dubbed “modern achievers.&rdq…
Tourist party faces jail over pooing in Machu Picchu Temple of the Sun
Six tourists have been arrested following a trip to Peru’s Machu Picchu temple over accusations that they had defecated on the cultural heritage site.“The six tourists are being detaine…
Uncertain future of the luxurious floating hotel
A luxury hotel ship has been moored at its original destination for just over a year: the John Brewer Reef in Australia, about 70 kilometers from Townsville, Queensland. The floating hotel has 200 …
Qatar Airways expands Malaysia Airlines codeshare deal
Qatar Airways has announced an expanded codeshare cooperation with Malaysia Airlines.Starting from January 27th, and subject to regulatory approval, the new agreement will strengthen the two airlin…
Radisson Hotel Apartments Delta Istanbul Esenyurt coming to Turkey
Radisson Hotel Group will open its 15th hotel in Istanbul with the signing of Radisson Hotel Apartments Delta Istanbul Esenyurt.Active in several important cities in Turkey, the project will be loc…
Genting completes sale and lease back of Genting Dream
Genting Hong Kong has raised US$900 million through the sale and leaseback of one of Dream Cruises’ ships – the 2016-built, 150,000-gross-ton Genting Dream.The deal was closed with a co…
Victoria Falls attraction sees increase in visitor numbers
Last year saw a 5.6% increase in visitors to the Rainforest at Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, following efforts to market the countryto source markets.Figures released by the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife…
The Top Cusco Luxury Hotels in Peru
When we first started Luxury Latin America nearly 13 years ago, there weren’t all that many high-end hotels to choose from in Cusco, Peru. I had just been through the region for the first tim…
Hotel review: Oaks Wellington Hotel
Pamela Wade checks into the recently-opened Oaks Wellington Hotel.Check-in experience: The lobby is typical of the whole hotel — light, airy and contemporary. Set back from the bustle of…