Mayor Rahm Emanuel and David Whitaker, president of Choose Chicago, have announced Chicago reached record tourism levels in the first quarter of 2018.The results build on Chicago’s record perfor…
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TripAdvisor acquires tours/activities tech firm
TripAdvisor has acquired Iceland-based Bokun, a technology provider for tours, attractions and experiences.Bokun serves as a booking engine, an inventory channel manager and a price management tool fo…
Waldorf Astoria package includes VIP terminal access at LAX
The Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills is the first hotel to offer guest packages that include access to the new VIP terminal at Los Angeles International Airport.The Waldorf’s Private Suite Package …
JetBlue’s struggles with on-time performance continue
JetBlue is popular with customers for its free high-speed WiFi and live television, its Mint business class and its U.S. airline industry-leading legroom in economy class. But in the key operational m…
U by Uniworld’s second ship enters service
U by Uniworld, the new river cruise line by Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection, has debuted its second ship, The A.Like its sister ship, The B, which was unveiled last fall, the The A has an al…
Conrad Maldives building underwater suite
The Conrad Maldives Rangali Island will debut a two-level suite by the end of the year that will feature a bedroom fully submerged in the Indian Ocean.The suite, called the Muraka (“coral”…
Carnival Horizon equipped with smart elevators
ABOARD THE CARNIVAL HORIZON — Carnival Cruise Line has introduced an elevator system on the Carnival Horizon, one increasingly in use in tall buildings worldwide.Known as a destination-based ele…
NYC & Company welcomes new low-cost flights from UK
With new affordable flight options, NYC & Company, New York City’s destination marketing organisation, is inviting travellers to discover the value of a visit to New York City this year.New …
Trademark Hotel Collection sees further growth in United States
Raising the sought-after Trademark Hotel Collection flag at nine new destinations in the United States, hospitality giant Wyndham Hotel Group is ushering in more of its soft brand’s unique hospi…
Seven Seas Mariner returns to service following extensive overhaul
In the final phase of Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ $125 million refurbishment programme, the company has completed its bow-to-stern upgrade of Seven Seas Mariner.The company hopes the investment h…