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China – Tajikistan Tourism: Presidents agreed to improve cooperation
Tourism was on the agenda, when Tajikistan President Emomali Rahmon and Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks Saturday, agreeing ... Read More
Tit for tat: India slaps high tariffs on 28 US products effective Sunday
Indian government announced that it will impose higher tariffs on 28 US products, including almonds, apples and walnuts, tomorrow, ... Read More
Tear gas and burning tires in Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo as Brazilians begin general strike
Thousands of Brazilians have joined a general strike, called for by trade unions, to protest against pension reforms being ... Read More
Swiss Space Tourism: A ticket to ride for US$100
Boris Otter, future space tourist, is creating a federation of astronaut enthusiasts: an extraordinary opportunity where 5 winning individuals ... Read More
‘Super Power’ artwork on display at Heathrow Airport
A canopy of brightly coloured umbrellas has appeared at Heathrow as part of an initiative to raise awareness of ... Read More
Centara Marks Important Environmental Events with Beachfront Campaign and Plastic-hungry Sea Life Creatures
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, is marking this year’s World Environment Day (5th June) and Ocean ... Read More
IATA Diversity & Inclusion Awards announced winners
Nominations for the awards were adjudicated by a panel of four judges: Angela Gittens, Director General, Airports Council International; ... Read More
Tourism Enthusiasts Protest Possible Giveaway Of Murchison Falls For Dam Construction By Ugandan Government
Last week on Friday, many Ugandans especially those in the tourism and conservation circles were shocked when an advert ... Read More
120,000-year-old fossilized prehistoric whale bone found at Oceanside Beach Resorts in California
After the groundbreaking of Oceanside’s two beachfront resorts marked a milestone for this Southern California city’s tourism industry. The ... Read More
Dark Tourism: South Korea using massacre to lure tourists
What is often referred to as dark tourism is now a hopeful light in terms of tourism for South ... Read More
Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia open doors at city’s tallest building
"The history and culture of Philadelphia are so often expressed in the characteristic storytelling of its art and architecture. ... Read More
Treehouse Hotels: New brand from Starwood Capital Group
Hotel visionary Barry Sternlicht, and Chairman and CEO of Starwood Capital Group, founder of W Hotels, has once again ... Read More
RIU Hotels & Resorts joins UN’s “Beat Air Pollution” program
For World Environment Day, once again this year RIU Hotels & Resorts has joined the United Nations’ program #BeatAirPollution, ... Read More
U.S. Travel Association: Holds IPW Press Conference and you’re there
Roger Dow, U.S. Travel Association President and CEO was the first to speak at the U.S. Travel Association’s IPW ... Read More
Chinese travelers ‘harassed’: Beijing issues US travel warning
China has issued a travel warning to its citizens traveling to the US, citing reports that trade war tensions ... Read More
Qatar Airways recognized for its commitment to preventing illegal endangered wildlife trade
Qatar Airways is today celebrating becoming the world’s first airline to achieve a new industry standard for the prevention ... Read More
‘Premium Tap Water’ brand for tourists is named
Inspired by Iceland launch Kranavatn, a premium tap water 'brand' aimed to encourage travellers to tackle plastic waste and ... Read More
CTO: Authentic Caribbean experiences driving influences for travelers’ holiday plans
Today’s traveler demands a more authentic cultural experience and is exploring destinations that highlight artistic, musical, culinary, literary, social, ... Read More
ICAO: CAA International to strengthen aviation safety oversight in Sierra Leone
CAA International (CAAi), the technical cooperation arm of the UK Civil Aviation Authority (UK CAA), is to assist the ... Read More
New partnership to focus on sustainable tourism in Europe
Four leading tourism organisations and academic institutions – CELTH (the Center of Expertise Leisure, Tourism & Hospitality), ETC (the ... Read More
Hard Rock International honors legendary Freddie Mercury
Hard Rock International announced a continuation of its partnership with The Mercury Phoenix Trust, a UK charity created in ... Read More
Mexican Caribbean revolutionizes tourism through sustainable initiatives
Boasting turquoise waters, lush wild jungle and historic Mayan architecture, the Mexican Caribbean has implemented revolutionary sustainable practices to ... Read More
Canada explores new ways to reduce transportation pollution
Clean growth is essential for Canada's transportation system – to meet our emission reduction targets, grow our economy, and ... Read More
Carnival Sunrise named by godmother Kelly Arison at Manhattan Cruise Terminal
Following a $200 million dry dock that is already generating raves from guests sailing on its first cruises out ... Read More
2.8 million travel on U.S. airlines every day
Airlines for America (A4A), announced today that it expects a record 257.4 million passengers — an average of 2.8 million ... Read More
Uber and Lyft say no to local authority
When local transportation in US cities becomes congested, noisy, or has safety concerns, they are able to manage their ... Read More
Thomas Cook Failure: Who to trust and how to communicate
Thomas Cooks shares are effectively worth nothing right now. Thousands of British tourists looking forward to their holidays are ... Read More
A Strike on the Horizon: Hilton Hawaiian Village and The Modern Honolulu ?
Guests having booked the Hilton Hawaiian Village may be in for a surprise. The Hilton is the largest hotel ... Read More
Sinalei Reef Resort & Spa supports ambitious tree planting goal for Samoa
As part of Sinalei Reef Resort & Spa’s ever-evolving efforts to ensure a healthier and greener earth, the team ... Read More
Palo Alto Garden Court Hotel announces new Director of Sales and Marketing
The Garden Court Hotel in downtown Palo Alto introduces Connie Villeta, an established sales and management professional, as the ... Read More
Pedaling for a purpose? United Airlines assists AIDS/LifeCycle cyclists
United Airlines announced today it is offering an airfare discount and free checked bikes for customers flying to ride ... Read More
Snazzy new job title and new hire at AIM: Director of Innovation
AIM Group International, a global company in congresses, events, and communication, announced the establishment of a new strategic position, ... Read More
Strategic travel agreement between Singapore and India a step in the right direction
A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed between Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC) of Singapore and Thomas Cook (India) Ltd. ... Read More
Centara Grand & Convention Centre at CentralWorld Bangkok to reaffirm status as Thailand’s leading MICE venue
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, is anticipating one of the strongest years to date for Centara ... Read More
Wimbledon 2019: Winning plans for players and spectators
The All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC) has announced a series of significant changes for The Championships 2019 and ... Read More
Airbnb v. Hotels: Competing and benefiting in the sharing economy
Researchers from the Tepper School of Business at Carnegie Mellon University published new research which sheds new light on ... Read More