Turkish Airlines has posted a net profit of US$939 million in 2017 quarter three, a company record.The nine-monthly operating net profit is recorded as US$956 million.The successful third quarter mark…
Europe
Contiki launches Independent Insider travel options
Alongside the launch of its Europe Summer 2018/19 programme, Contiki has introduced a new travel style: Independent Insider.Combining the benefits of a Contiki experience, itineraries have reimagined …
Spain achieves record growth in Indian visitors
According to Ignacio Ducasse Gutierrez, Director, and Tourism Office of Spain – Mumbai, Spain has recorded more than 86,000 Indian tourists as of August 2017, which is an approximate growth of a…
WTM 2017: Food tourism comes under microscope
Food tourism is once again primed to take a top slot at WTM London.It’s now accepted that travellers from the four corners of the world are seeking an experience while on a trip and the food ele…
WTM 2017: Brexit fears loom over UK hospitality sector
About two in five UK-based holiday companies expect Brexit will have an impact on their ability to recruit staff from overseas, according to research by World Travel Market London.A travel trade surve…
Langham Hospitality debuts flagship Cordis brand in Pacific region
The Langham, Auckland, has rebranded to Cordis, Auckland, making it the first in the Pacific region for this new upper upscale brand by Langham Hospitality Group.The 411-room hotel joins other Cordis …
Hawkstone Hall set to debut as luxurious hotel in 2018
Hawkstone Hall, a grade I listed 18th century mansion, set within 88 acres of beautifully manicured gardens, has been purchased by the Distinctly Hospitable Group, making them the fourth owner in the …
Greek Tourism to rake in 4.1 billion investments
The outlay in the tourism sector is said to be one of the key factors for Greek economic growth. Now they are set to attract 4.1 billion euros whereas projects budgeted at 3.2 billion euros are alread…
Wizz Air introduces new hand luggage policy
Wizz Air has introduced a new cabin bag policy, allowing all passengers to travel with one piece of bigger hand luggage free of charge.Passengers will automatically be entitled to travel with one piec…
Brittany Tourism Suffers A Decrease In Uk Numbers
According to a report of the Regional Tourism Committee (RTC) ofBrittany tourism, the amount of British visitors decreased and represents 29% of foreign tourists. The tourism stakeholders blame Brexit…