Tanzania is set to become one of Ireland’s holiday destinations of choice. This according to UK-based tour firm, Travel Counsellors.According to the firm, holiday bookings from Ireland to Tanzan…
Great Vacation Ideas for Central America’s “Green Season”
During the weeks from July to September (give or take a month), Central America experiences a so-called Green Season, when nature is at its absolute lushest with green as far as the eye can see and da…
Travel deals of the week
Deal of the week: Taste of TasmaniaTravel to Tasmania before the year is over, and save up to $245pp on selected departures of a Tassie East Coast Highlights tour—on which you’ll experienc…
Hilton opens new dual-branded property in New Jersey
Hilton has announced the opening of its newest hotel, the dual-branded Hampton Inn by Hilton Teaneck Glenpointe and Homewood Suites by Hilton Teaneck Glenpointe.The property brings a total of 350 new …
Heathrow sees busiest ever day in July
Heathrow saw its busiest ever day on July 29th, as the airport welcomed nearly 262,000 passengers in 24 hours.Overall, July reached unprecedented peaks, with over a quarter of a million passengers tra…
Belmond shares up as luxury company moots sale
Belmond has appointed Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan as financial advisors with a view to a possible sale.In a statement earlier, the luxury group said it was exploring “strategic alternatives to e…
Mingozzi takes up culinary leadership of Kanuhura, Maldives
Chef Michele Mingozzi has joined Kanuhura, Maldives, with strong international experience and reputation, having worked in numerous remarkable fine-dining establishments around the world.His experienc…
Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech launches new bridal ritual
Specialist Hamman treatments have long been part of the traditional and nourishing preparations ahead of a bride’s big day.Brides can now enjoy the experience with friends at Mandarin Oriental, …
Norwegian breaks passenger record in July
Norwegian has reported a new passenger record in July as it carried almost 3.8 million passengers in a single month.The total number of passengers increased by 13 per cent compared to the same month p…
Bay of Islands: Waters of winter
The Bay of Islands provides a beautiful backdrop for winter yachting lessons, as Alexia Russell discovers.I woke up to a smooth calm sea, an impossible deep green reflecting the bush of the island aro…