Following a fatal crash on Kauai the day after Christmas, Hawaii’s helicopter and small-aircraft tour industry is facing renewed calls for stricter rules that could significantly alter operation…
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Schutte handed senior online travel role with Amadeus
The online travel market is evolving rapidly with digital transformation at the forefront to help improve the traveller experience.Around the globe, Amadeus offers expertise and solutions to help star…
New airlift drives record visitor figures in St Lucia
The latest figures indicate that Saint Lucia has surpassed all previous records set with regards to stay-over arrivals.The Caribbean destination recorded 423,736 stay-over visitors last year, the high…
2,000 apartments for tourists: Vienna takes action against Airbnb
Airbnb is driving up rents. In Vienna alone, 2,000 apartments are being completely removed from the housing market in order to rent them out to tourists. The city is now intervening and taking legal a…
Tempo by Hilton joins growing portfolio
Hilton has launched Tempo by Hilton, what it is calling an approachable lifestyle brand.It is curated to serve a growing segment of “modern achievers” who seek a hotel experience that refl…
Group finds U.S. aircraft approval process effective and safe
A government committee reviewing how the Federal Aviation Administration certifies new passenger planes for flight has determined that the system is safe and effective but small changes need to be mad…
Buiring handed Asia Pacific sales leadership role with Marriott
Marriott has announced the appointment of Bart Buiring to the role of chief sales and marketing officer in Asia Pacific.He will be based in Hong Kong.Peggy Fang Roe, the previous incumbent, will trans…
Bolt adds new functionality to UK app
Bolt has added new functionality to its ride-hailing app, allowing users to request rides with stops at up to three locations with an estimated fare for the entire journey.The multiple destinations fe…
Elieson appointed chief operating officer with Travelport
Travelport has welcomed John Elieson to the role of chief operating officer.Elieson will be based in Travelport’s global headquarters in Langley, Berkshire, UK.As chief operating officer, he wil…
Ain Dubai reaches construction milestone
Mammoet has successfully completed its role in the construction of Ain Dubai, the world’s tallest observation wheel.Developed by Meraas, Ain Dubai sits on Bluewaters in the heart of Dubai and, o…