With an increase of four per cent in overnight stays, the German National Tourist Office UK & Ireland has retained its position as the third most important European source market for the destin…
Coastal Aviation introduces Ruaha-Kilimanjaro service
Coastal Aviation is expanding its scheduled flight network with the introduction of new flights between Tanzania’s largest park, Ruaha National Park, and Kilimanjaro International Airport, ef…
Rio Carnival comes to Fairmont the Palm
Fairmont the Palm will host a week-long Rio Carnival Festival at its Brazilian Churrascaria Frevo.Guests can get a taste and experience the excitement of the Rio Carnival in Brazil, without having …
Flying from Auckland to Sydney aboard Qantas
Winston Aldworth flies from Auckland to Sydney aboard Qantas’ QF144.The plane:A classic Boeing 737-800, the hard-working stalwart of short-haul fleets the world over, and a familiar face to r…
Selina opening second NYC hotel
After announcing its foray into New York City late last year, lifestyle hotel brand Selina is adding to its footprint in the Empire State with two additional projects, including one in Manhattan&rs…
Stansted chief calls for improved rails links to London
The chief executive of London Stansted, Ken O’Toole, has called on local businesses, community leaders and regional organisations to make their voices heard and press government for upgrades …
Anantara to debut in Mauritius
Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas will make its Mauritius debut with a new property set to open in the last quarter of this year.The Anantara Mauritius Resort will be located on the south-eastern…
How to Vacation Abroad for Less Than You’d Spend in the USA
During my most recent visit to central Mexico, I traveled with my best friend from high school (his name’s Mark Porter) on a multi-destination vacation that started in Mexico City, then heade…
QT Hotels & Resorts headed for Adelaide debut
Event Hospitality & Entertainment has entered into a management agreement for its newest QT Hotels & Resorts property.The hotel is set to open in Adelaide at 62 Currie St.This will be the e…
Marriott CEO: Commission reduction and worker strikes affected Q4
Marriott International reported relatively sluggish Q4 revenue growth in North America, with CEO Arne Sorenson citing group commission cuts as a contributing factor.“The quarter was lighter t…