Travel Platform Touristly Secures Investment Round From Tune LabsAfter successfully raising an undisclosed pre-Series A round from Tune Group’s Tune Labs, Touristly is now in the process of inte…
Overseas analysis shows some surprises
Analysing Tourism Update’s current readership gives some insights into where the action is when it comes to the tourism trade engaged in Southern Africa.Of the more than 25 000 readers who visit…
Brazil international arrivals to increase 7 percent in Olympic Year
SÃO PAULO, Brazil – According to Global Market Research Company Euromonitor International, inbound arrivals to Brazil are forecasted to increase 7.2 percent to reach 6.3 million in 2016, …
Minister for Tourism underlines Solomon Islands potential to key Australia audience
Minister for Tourism underlines Solomon Islands potential to key Australia audience In what represents the most high-ranking tourism mission ever to visit Australia, Solomon Islands Minister for Cultu…
Two more Norwegian Cruise Line ships getting Margaritaville restaurant
HOLLYWOOD, Fla. — Norwegian Cruise Line will expand its Margaritaville at Sea franchise to two more ships, starting with the Norwegian Getaway on Sept. 18 and followed by the Norwegian Breakaway…
Hong Kong Airlines to Yonago, Tottori Prefecture
Commencing on 14 September 2016, Hong Kong Airlines will be the first and the only carrier providing direct twice-weekly flight service between Hong Kong and Yonago, Tottori Prefecture, Japan. The new…
airberlin has big plans for 2017 USA flights
airberlin is significantly strengthening its long-haul network to the United States as the airline expands its flight frequencies by up to 50 percent from 55 weekly to 78 weekly nonstop flights from B…
Thailand offers greater opportunities for enjoyment to women
In anticipation of the month for women travellers, tour operators are now offering female-friendly experiences to cater to the different needs and expectations of women.Among the range of offers to wo…
Botswana: White Palace Hotel & Spa expands
White Palace Hotel & Spa is building a new hotel in Serowe, Botswana, expected to open in December 2016 or early January 2017.The new hotel will be located roughly 25 kms from the Khama Rhino Sanc…
Earl upgraded to a hurricane currently threatening Belize and Honduras
The National Hurricane Center in Miami upgraded Tropical Storm Earl to a hurricane at 4:00 pm CDT.A NOAA Hurricane Hunter aircraft just reached Earl and measured maximum sustained winds of 75 mph (120…