The inaugural Travel Trade Maldives has taken place in, with over 200 tourism professionals in attendance. Held at Dharubaaruge in the Maldivian capital, Malé, the travel trade show was the first of its kind in the country and attendees included resort and hotel general managers, resident managers, key hotel owners, …
Read More »Europair: Low-cost flights represent more than 50% of Spanish and British air traffic
[ad_1] BARCELONA, SPAIN – Spain is the third most visited country in the world (just behind the USA and France in the global tourism ranking) and is the European country where low cost carriers (LCCs) control the largest aviation market share. There are only two countries in Europe where the …
Read More »VisitEngland and VisitScotland Launch Accessibility Guides
[ad_1] For those with accessibility issues, there’s a lot to overcome when it comes to travel. Research is key, but not all of the information you find online is accurate. VisitEngland and VisitScotland are working hard to ensure they provide accurate online resources for travelers. The two tourism organizations jointly …
Read More »UAE’s Ministry of Health and Prevention issues warning against travel to Madagascar
[ad_1] UAE – The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) has recently issued a warning to UAE nationals and residents about traveling to Madagascar, following the country’s report of an alarming increase of cases of pneumonia. The Ministry also encouraged those who need to travel to Madagascar to take extra …
Read More »Discover This Italian Town, Get Paid
[ad_1] Imagine getting paid to live in a majestic tourist destination that only lacks the crowds. The mayor of Candela, Italy is making that dream a reality. According to CNN, Nicola Gatta is offering to pay people to move to his town in the country’s Puglia region. Having seen the …
Read More »Aer Lingus flies into Miami for new year-round route
Aer Lingus’ inaugural service direct to Miami, Florida, has taken off from Dublin Airport. Flight EI141 operated by an Airbus A330-200 series is the first ever scheduled service between Ireland and Miami, Florida. Renowned for its beautiful beaches, art deco architecture and Cuban-inspired cuisine, Miami marks Aer Lingus’ thirteenth direct …
Read More »Jerusalem Development Authority partners with Thomas Cook for new campaign
Today The Jerusalem Development Authority has announced a marketing collaboration with Thomas Cook, promoting the destination across Europe. The partnership aims to bring about global exposure to the historical city of Jerusalem, and increase visitation by showcasing the city’s many delights across Thomas Cook’s multi-channel media offering. The tour operator …
Read More »Louvre Abu Dhabi to open in November
After years of delays, speculation and intrigue, the Louvre Abu Dhabi today announced it will open its doors to the public on November 11th. It is the first museum of its kind in the Arab world: a universal museum that focuses on shared human stories across civilisations and cultures. The …
Read More »Panama records strong increase in visitors from Europe
From January to May 2017, Panama received a total of 102,388 European tourists, a 25.4 per cent increase on the same period in 2016, according to data from the Panama Tourism Authority. Visitors come mostly from Spain, Germany, France, Italy and the Netherlands, who choose Panama for its nature and …
Read More »Psychology may hold key to improving passenger experience and airline profitability
[ad_1] TORONTO – Guestlogix, the global provider of airline commerce technology and a pioneer in onboard retailing and ancillary revenue generation, has published an academic report identifying the psychological concept of “learned helplessness” which inhibits airline passengers from enjoying their experience and negatively impacts airline revenues. The report provides actionable …
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