American Airlines has renewed its codeshare agreement with Qatar Airways, a fellow member of the oneworld alliance.The move comes just over two years after the pair very publicly fell out in a row ove…
Queensland: Sunshine Coast’s top family things to do
I’ll be honest, on our visit to Sunshine Coast, Queensland, we stayed in a three-bedroom apartment with a balcony adjoining a heated pool. Our kids literally ate breakfast in their togs then jum…
Marriott International says about 90 hotels are closed due to coronavirus
Marriott International said it could lose about $25 million per month in first-quarter fee revenue due to the coronavirus outbreak, although CEO Arne Sorenson cautioned it was a conservative forecast …
Jumeirah Zabeel Saray launches new cancer-focused spa treatment
The Talise Ottoman Spa at Jumeirah Zabeel Saray has become the first hotel in the Middle East to launch a bespoke ‘Love Yourself At Every Stage’ wellness programme.The programme is designe…
Desira handed new business development role with the Ascott
The Ascott has appointed Christian Desira as its new head of business development and investment for Europe.He will play an integral role in driving the company’s ambitious growth plans to reach…
ME Dubai to open in the Opus by Omniyat this weekend
Designed by world-renowned late architect, Zaha Hadid, ME Dubai will take residence in the Opus by Omniyat building when it opens in March.The property is located in the heart of the Burj Khalifa dist…
No issues around UBC waiver – Minister
While there had been some confusion at certain ports of entry around the waiving of required Unabridged Birth Certificate (UBC) for minors entering South Africa as inbound travellers, this has now bee…
Marriott reports record growth across Caribbean and Latin America
Marriott International closed 2019 with record growth, adding 10,000 rooms to its pipeline across 15 brands in the Caribbean and Latin America.The figures mark the company’s fourth consecutive y…
Qatar Airways signs Air Malta codeshare deal
Qatar Airways has signed a codeshare agreement with Air Malta.The partnership reinforces Qatar Airways’ long-term commitment to Maltese passengers and to boosting tourism to the Mediterranean co…
The Westin Monterrey Valle opens in Mexico
The Westin Monterrey Valle has opened, becoming the eighth hotel from the brand in Mexico.Acquired by Fibra Inn and operated by Grupo Hotelero Prisma, the new property is located in the heart of the c…