Justine Tyerman discovers motels full of creepy-crawlies, rare flightless birds and something akin to a set of Russian dolls on Lake Wanaka.“Close your eyes,” our friends said when we reac…
Radisson introduces premium brand, overhauls loyalty program
Radisson Hotel Group, the hotel company formerly known as Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, has launched a new premium brand and overhauled its loyalty program.Radisson said Monday that it will do away wit…
IHIF 2018: Radisson Hotel Group revealed in Berlin
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group has announced its rebranding to Radisson Hotel Group, effective immediately.The change was revealed at the International Hotel Investment Forum in Berlin.The new identity l…
Suarez appointed director of global sales at Rosewood Hotels
Helena Suarez has been appointed director of global sales for Rosewood Hotel Group.She will be based at the global sales office in London, managing the UK leisure market, including high-end retail age…
Qatar Airways extends UnionPay partnership
Qatar Airways has extended is partnership with international bank card network UnionPay to an additional 31 countries and regions.Customers in countries including Qatar, Kuwait, India, Oman, Switzerla…
Uganda to promote tourism offerings in China
Private companies will soon be contracted by Uganda to market the country’s tourism sector in all China’s provinces.In an interview with Xinhua, the official press agency of the People&rsq…
Serrinha do Alambari: a Natural Treasure in Rio’s Mountain Range
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – On the Mantiqueira Mountain Range, in the Southern Rio State, lies Serrinha do Alambari, a district from Resende city. Still a little known destination among Rio’s…
Cebu Pacific to launch new route to Melbourne, Australia
Cebu Pacific has announced plans for a direct service between Manila and Melbourne, Australia, starting August 14th.“We share the excitement of the Filipino community in Melbourne and Australian…
ASTA forming technology task force
NEW YORK — ASTA is creating a task force to examine existing and upcoming technologies that might affect travel agents.Jay Ellenby, ASTA’s chair and the president of Safe Harbors Business …
Wedding Tourism Gaining Momentum In Italy
While Italians think less and less about the altar, thousands of foreign couples dream about saying their vows in Italy. There are Americans who get married in Salento inspired by The Bold and Beautif…