France, United States, Spain … or China: these are the countries most popular among travelers last year. It is in any case the top quartet of destinations that received the most tourists in 201…
Vietnam Works On 16 Million Foreign Tourists In 2018
In 2017, Vietnam received 73 million domestic visitors and nearly 13 million foreign tourists, an increase of nearly 30% on year-on-year basis, with a turnover of approximately 510,000 billion dô…
Major expansion and refurb for Victoria Falls property
The Victoria Falls Safari Club in Zimbabwe has closed for major renovations.Nommy Vuma, Group Marketing Manager, told Tourism Update in an interview that the central building would be upgraded, which …
European Mountain Travel Summit tackles global issues
CRANS-MONTANA, Switzerland — More than 160 ski executives traveled from Brazil, Japan, North America and from throughout Europe to listen to topics ranging from “Innovative Ski Pass Progra…
Staying at the Baycrest Lodge, in Taupo
David Smith checks into the Baycrest Lodge, in Taupo.Check-in experience:The best recommendation for any accommodation provider is return visits. We first stayed at Taupo’s Baycrest Lodge soon a…
Embassy Suites by Hilton New York – Midtown Manhattan opens to guests
Embassy Suites by Hilton has welcomed the opening of a newly-built hotel in New York City’s Midtown Manhattan.The hotel venture marks a significant milestone as the only full-service Hilton in t…
AirHelp launches automatic airline compensation checker
AirHelp has launched the world’s first tool for travellers to check their eligibility for compensation from flight disruptions up to three years in the past.The feature also allows users to visu…
Club Med Les Arcs Panorama to open ahead of 2018 ski season
Club Med has announced the launch of a new resort ski resort as bookings begin for next winter.The new four-star resort Club Med Les Arcs Panorama is currently being built in the renowned Les Arcs 1,6…
Six Senses debuts dual urban property in Singapore
Six Senses has given two old beauties a complete restoration as part of a remarkable conservation project in Singapore. Ideally situated in the island city-state’s central district, the project …
Operators ignore global call to cease unethical elephant safaris
Operators in Zimbabwe have ignored the mounting pressure and global moral call to end elephant-back safaris.Shane White, Marketing Director at Wild Horizons, told Tourism Update: “From discussio…