MSC Cruises ordered two more cruise ships in its World class and agreed to develop two additional ship classes. One will have at least four vessels and the other could use wind power.The two firm ship…
Tempo by Hilton joins growing portfolio
Hilton has launched Tempo by Hilton, what it is calling an approachable lifestyle brand.It is curated to serve a growing segment of “modern achievers” who seek a hotel experience that refl…
Marmalade Hotel closes for renovations in Scotland
Marmalade Hotel, on the Isle of Skye, has closed for major renovations.The work will see 23 new luxury guestrooms added to the existing 11, plus new relaxation facilities, securing Marmalade’s r…
United States confirmed for Expo 2020 in Dubai
The United States department of state has announced the country will be participating in Expo 2020 in Dubai.A consortium of 13 leading US-based organisations have created a unique journey through Amer…
Zimbabwe ready to attract Spanish tourists
Zimbabwe is one of the 165 countries marketing themselves as a hot tourist destination at the Spanish International Tourism Trade Fair (FITUR) in Madrid from January 22-26.The Permanent Secretary in t…
Viking Cruises launching expedition ships in 2022
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — Viking Cruises has opened the books on a new product line: Viking Expeditions, an expedition cruise line that will set sail in 2022.The line in its first year of operatio…
Japan: Tips for visiting Studio Ghibli, Tokyo’s legendary animation museum
Sandra Simpson joins the animated fans at Tokyo’s legendary Ghibli Museum, and gives her guide for what to expect while you’re there.WHATGhibli Museum, Mitaka, Tokyo. Created by Japan&rsqu…
Hart Shoreditch Hotel to join Curio Collection in February
Hart Shoreditch Hotel London, a brand-new 126-room lifestyle hotel from Curio Collection by Hilton, is set to open in the heart of east London next month.The property will be located in one of London&…
Group finds U.S. aircraft approval process effective and safe
A government committee reviewing how the Federal Aviation Administration certifies new passenger planes for flight has determined that the system is safe and effective but small changes need to be mad…
Keep calm: ABTA updates Brexit advice to UK travellers
ABTA is updating its advice for travellers in the run up to Brexit on January 31st.This latest advice highlights that the UK is now on track to enter a transition period at the end of the month meanin…