The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority’s board of directors has announced the appointment of long-time tourism executive, Chris Tatum, as its new president and chief executive.Tatum’s appoint…
European Travel Commission calls for looser Chinese visa restrictions
Europe’s visa regimes are among the most restrictive in the world according to the United Nations World Tourism Organisation, which estimated that 74 per cent of the global population would have…
Safari Air expands fleet
Safari Air has received a new Cessna Grand Caravan aircraft.According to Stuart Parker, Desert & Delta’s Business Development Manager, the new aircraft will improve the tourist experience wh…
4 ways to find cheap transportation in a new country
Whether you have moved to a new country or you are there as a tourist, finding cheap and feasible transport options is always a grind. Not only are you looking for an affordable option but you also de…
Penny-wise to plush: Sunshine Coast Hinterland accommodation for all budgets
Verdant hills, epic sunsets and wood fires in winter are just some of the delights on offer when you head for the hills behind the sandcastles on the beaches of the Sunshine Coast.If it’s seriou…
United to begin selling transatlantic basic fares
United will begin selling basic economy fares on select transatlantic flights on Dec. 11, joining competitors American and Delta.Like the transatlantic basic economy offering of its U.S. rivals, custo…
Air Astana receives first Embraer E190-E2
The first next generation Embraer E190-E2 was delivered to Air Astana earlier at Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport.Following a ferry flights from the manufacturer’s factory in Sã…
Brussels Airlines begins roll-out of A330-300 aircraft
Together with Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines is investing in the replacement of seven of its ten A330 long-haul aircraft.The project is the most important investment in the 16-year history of the carrie…
Niccolo Changsha welcomes first guests in China
Niccolo Changsha has officially opened its doors, ushering in a new era of impeccable hospitality and effortless luxury in the capital city of Hunan Province.In signature Niccolo style, Niccolo Changs…
‘Co-opetition’ key to MICE success in Africa
Meetings, conferences and conventions attract one million international delegates to South Africa annually, says Amanda Kotze-Nhlapo, Chief Convention Bureau Officer for the South African National Con…