Cunard has announced the launch of its new holistic spa concept, Mareel.Co-created by Cunard and wellness trailblazer Canyon Ranch, Mareel Wellness & Beauty will launch exclusively on-board the ne…
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Tatum to lead Hawai‘i Tourism Authority
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…
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…
Cayman Airways takes delivery of first 737 MAX 8
Boeing and Air Lease Corp have delivered the first 737 MAX 8 for Cayman Airways.The first 737 MAX to enter service in the Caribbean marks the beginning of the airline’s plans to modernise its fl…
Thomas Cook confirms sharp fall in profits
Thomas Cook Group has reported net, pre-tax losses of £53 million for the financial year to September 30th.The figure is a sharp turnaround from profits of £43 million last year, driven la…
Executive shake up at Carnival UK
P&O Cruises has confirmed vice president of marketing, Christopher Edgington, will be leaving the Carnival-owned company.At the same time, Cunard vice president of UK sales and international devel…
VisitEngland reintroduces Entry Level and Taste accreditation schemes
VisitEngland has re-launched its Entry Level and Taste accreditation schemes for accommodation and food businesses, making them available to businesses across England.From today all accommodation and …
British Airways to recruit thousands of cabin crew for centenary year
British Airways is to launch a programme to recruit more than 2,000 cabin crew in 2019.Successful candidates with no prior cabin crew experience will train through the airline’s new cabin crew a…
New trade leadership for South African Tourism in UK
Steven Balderston has joined South African Tourism as trade training specialist, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to the role from years of working in the travel industry.Originally from …
Meliá Hotels to sell through Amazon ahead of Black Friday
Meliá Hotels International will sell accommodation and experiences on Amazon.The group is currently the only hotel company to sell services through the e-commerce website.Meliá will offe…