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• News: Programme links strength of Vietnam’s tourism (2022-08-08 11:43:59)
  A programme linking the strength of Vietnam’s tourism has opened in Ho Chi Minh City. The two-day event is seeking ways to gain international tourism growth and comprehensive recovery of Vietnam’s tourism.
• Focus: Tips for a luxury trip to the Scottish highlands (2022-08-08 11:42:22)
  Scottish Highlands is an excellent place that you could have chosen for your luxurious vacation away from home. Scotland scores very well when it comes to beautiful places that one could visit in Europe. There is just so much to offer, starting from the history and culture that is present in the Scottish Highlands to the natural, rugged beauty of the place.
• News: Rapa Nui Easter Island reopens to tourism (2022-08-08 11:38:38)
  Rapa Nui, also known as Easter Island, is once again welcoming tourists following 868 days of border closures due to the pandemic. The official reopening was marked by the arrival of a group of 230 tourists.
• News: Vietnam’s Bamboo Airways makes Cambodia debut with Hanoi to Siem Reap route (2022-08-08 11:21:44)
  Bamboo Airways has completed the maiden flight linking Hanoi, Vietnam and Siem Reap, Cambodia, marking crucial step in the airline’s roadmap of expanding its international network.
• News: Vietjet accompanies autumn festival in Tuyen Quang (2022-08-08 10:40:37)
  Vietjet and Tuyen Quang province introduces a series of unique and attractive activities at Tuyen Citadel Festival 2022 in Ho Chi Minh City.
• News: Vietnam offers free foreign language courses to tour guides (2022-08-08 10:33:53)
  The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism is planning to offer language courses in Korean, Japanese, and Spanish – all free of charge – to tour guides.
• News: Ho Chi Minh City to host World Travel Wards 2022 Gala Ceremony (2022-08-08 09:24:00)
  Ho Chi Minh City has been chosen as the venue for a gala ceremony of the World Travel Awards for Asia and Oceania region scheduled to take place on September 7, according to the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT).
• News: Forum aims to build Vietnam’s tourism (2022-08-08 09:15:43)
  Vietnam’s tourism sector comes under the spotlight with an key event taking place in Ho Chi Minh City on August 8-9. The event, jointly held by the Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Association (HTA) and the Vietnam Tourism Association, includes a national travel forum on to develop tourism in Vietnam, business meetings and a gala ceremony.
• News: Vietnam’s Co To island to ban single-use plastics (2022-08-08 09:11:51)
  In a major ecological boost, Co To island in the northern province of Quang Ninh, Vietnam is set to stop visitors from bringing in plastic bags and bottles.
• News: Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara welcomes executive chef Robert Murray (2022-08-08 08:54:20)
  Executive chef Robert Murray has joined the team at Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara, starting an exciting new chapter overseeing the culinary department at the property.
• News: Ascott opens over 56% more units in 1H 2022 (2022-08-08 02:30:36)
  CapitaLand Investment Limited’s (CLI) wholly owned lodging business unit, The Ascott Limited (Ascott) is acquiring a freehold asset in Tokyo, Japan via the Ascott Serviced Residence Global Fund (ASRGF), Ascott’s private equity fund with Qatar Investment Authority.
• News: Jet2.com was only UK airline not to cancel a single flight in July (2022-08-07 22:50:05)
  Jet2.com was the only UK airline not to cancel any flights during the busy month of July, flight data published by leading travel intelligence company OAG reveals.
• News: Quark Expeditions launches season with its new ship Ultramarine (2022-08-07 17:30:28)
  Quark Expeditions, the global Leader in Polar Adventures, is proud to report the successful inaugural voyage of Ultramarine in the Canadian Arctic. On August 1, 2022, Quark Expeditions’ newest vessel embarked on the 17-day Northwest Passage: In the Footsteps of Franklin voyage, which is one of the operator’s five expeditions that explore the Canadian High Arctic.
• News: ICCA announces top performing destinations for international association meetings (2022-08-07 11:30:43)
  The International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA)  is publicly releasing new information to shed more light on how the pandemic impacted the association meetings industry in 2021.
• News: Frenchman’s Reef to serve as new premier event & meeting destination (2022-08-07 08:30:38)
  As it approaches the completion of an extensive $350 million rebuild project, Frenchman’s Reef is welcoming group inquiries for The Westin Beach Resort & Spa at Frenchman’s Reef, which is slated to open in late 2022.
• News: Sportsbreaks.com expands partnership with Manchester United (2022-08-07 05:30:46)
  Sportsbreaks.com are excited to announce an expanded partnership with Manchester United focusing on the North American market.
• News: AmaWaterways welcomes AmaLucia to European fleet (2022-08-07 02:30:02)
  AmaWaterways celebrated the christening of its newest ship, AmaLucia, with a celebratory ceremony in Rüdesheim, Germany. AmaWaterways’ Co-Founders, President Rudi Schreiner and Executive Vice President Kristin Karst, joined Godparents Will and Riley Farmer, children of AmaWaterways’ business partner Colin Farmer, to commemorate the cruise line’s newest edition to its fleet of 26 industry-leading river cruise ships.
• News: JetBlue lauches Boston to London service (2022-08-06 22:50:39)
  JetBlue has announced it has officially launched service from Boston’s Logan International Airport (BOS) to London’s Gatwick Airport (LGW).
• News: P&O Cruises brings official Take That musical to Arvia (2022-08-06 20:45:45)
  P&O Cruises has today announced that the stage musical, Greatest Days - The Official Take That Musical, is the latest addition to Arvia’s line-up of show-stopping entertainment.
• News: Uswitch warns holidaymakers over important mobile data rule that could be costly (2022-08-06 14:30:28)
  Brits travelling to Europe this summer risk racking up extra mobile charges - even if their network provider offers free EU roaming.
• News: Hilton expands global headquarters creating 350 jobs (2022-08-06 11:30:18)
  Governor Glenn Youngkin has announced that Hilton, the leading global hospitality company, will retain its headquarters in Fairfax County, including significant upgrades to its facility at 7930 Jones Branch Drive in McLean.
• News: Jamaica’s tourism sector nearing full recovery from Covid fallout (2022-08-06 10:55:05)
  Jamaica’s tourism sector has almost fully recovered from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, says Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett during a meeting with members of a special delegation from the Republic of Namibia, led by the African nation’s Minister in the Presidency, Hon. Christine Hoebes.
• News: Accor and Azerbaijan Hotel Association sign cooperation agreement (2022-08-06 08:30:04)
  Accor, a world leading hospitality group, announces the signing of a cooperation agreement with Azerbaijan Hotel Association.
• News: Steam is back and kids go free at NYMR (2022-08-06 05:30:02)
  The North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) has announced a resumption of full services from Monday August 8th, with the return of its Gold Timetable itineraries, following a period of reduced services to avoid risk of lineside fires caused by the recent dry spell of weather.
• News: dnata extends partnership with GOL Airlines (2022-08-06 02:29:59)
  dnata, one of the world’s largest air and travel services provider, has extended its long-standing partnership with GOL Airlines (GOL), a leading Brazilian low-cost carrier.
• News: Viking completes 25 years of exploration (2022-08-05 23:59:02)
  Viking® is celebrating the company’s 25th anniversary and its leadership in travel. To commemorate the anniversary, Viking has released a new video message from Chairman Torstein Hagen as he reflects on the company’s key milestones since its founding on August 5, 1997.
• News: Network Rail completes £1.8m improvement programme on Mallaig Line (2022-08-05 21:00:43)
  Network Rail has completed a £1.8 million programme of work that will improve the resilience of the railway on the Mallaig line at Lochailort in the West Highlands.
• News: Carnival to upgrade global fleet with energy-saving technology (2022-08-05 18:00:52)
  Carnival Corporation has announced the rollout of comprehensive technology upgrades called Service Power Packages across its global fleet to further improve energy savings and reduce fuel consumption.
• News: European hotel profit tops 2019 levels (2022-08-05 16:00:51)
  Europe’s hotels are now back to pre-pandemic profit levels, with gross operating profit per available room hitting €95 in June 2022, slightly higher than the same month in 2019, according to the latest data from HotStats.
• News: Rosewood to open first California residences (2022-08-05 15:53:14)
  Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has announced plans to open its first standalone residential condominium development in California. Located on Santa Monica Boulevard, Rosewood Residences Beverly Hills is comprised of 17 ultra-luxury residences, and is scheduled for completion in 2024.
• News: Finnair launches flights to Mumbai (2022-08-05 15:40:14)
  Finnair is launching new direct flights from Helsinki to Mumbai. Flights to the thriving Indian city will initially operate three times a week, increasing to four times weekly in November.
• News: PATA-UNESCO-Expedia launch single-use plastics initiative (2022-08-05 15:00:38)
  PATA has announce the launch of a new online resource for increasing the sustainability of the tourism sector. Targeting Zero Plastics in Tourism Businesses – with UNESCO, PATA & Expedia Group is launched in conjunction with this year’s PATA Destination Marketing Forum in Songkhla, Thailand, August 2-4.
• News: Strong passenger demand continues in June (2022-08-05 11:55:25)
  The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced passenger data for June 2022 showing that the recovery in air travel remains strong.
• News: Dusit brings ‘hybrid hospitality’ to Nairobi’s affluent Westlands (2022-08-05 10:04:57)
  Dusit International is continuing its global expansion with the opening of a unique hybrid property in Nairobi – Dusit Princess Hotel Residences – which features 100 rooms and apartments in the city’s prime Westlands neighbourhood, 40 minutes from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
• News: Travel app downloads in US increase by 18% YoY (2022-08-05 09:00:38)
  Now that the world is open following the pandemic, the world is making up for the lost time. The travel industry, in particular, has been reaping the benefits of the post-pandemic.
• News: Booking.com announces Manchester Pride sponsorship (2022-08-05 06:30:38)
  Booking.com, one of the world’s leading digital travel companies, has announced its sponsorship of Manchester Pride, a tangible extension of its mission to make it easier for everyone to experience the world, no matter where they come from, who they love or how they identify.
• News: New W Algarve with interiors by AB Concept opens (2022-08-05 04:00:05)
  Located on the sun-drenched shores of the Algarve, where jagged cliffs merge with crystal clear waters and all-year sunny climes, the 134-guestroom hotel and 83 residences, brings W Hotels’ distinctive energy to Portugal for the first time.
• News: Club Dauphin of Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel, unveils cabanas (2022-08-04 22:38:35)
  Club Dauphin, the stylish beach club and poolside restaurant of the Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel, relaunches a sophisticated cabana designed by Dolce&Gabbana.
• News: Emirates invites first officers to let their careers take flight (2022-08-04 21:00:19)
  Emirates, the world’s largest operator of Airbus A380s and Boeing 777s, is looking to recruit First Officers who meet the airline’s exceptional standards in safety, technical prowess and customer experience.
• News: Bonza’s first Boeing 737 MAX arrives in Australia (2022-08-04 18:30:18)
  Boeing has delivered the first 737-8 airplane to Bonza, a new carrier that becomes the first Australian airline to fly the new 737 MAX. Bonza held an arrival ceremony to commemorate the milestone and welcome the arrival of the fuel-efficient 737-8 at its Sunshine Coast base.
• News: Hilton expands into Caribbean and Latin America with 11 new properties in 2022 (2022-08-04 17:39:23)
  Hilton is on track to reach 200 hotels in the Caribbean and Latin America by year‑end. The group welcomed 11 new hotels in the first half of 2022, growing its CALA portfolio to more than 190 hotels, representing nearly 15% of Hilton’s presence outside the US.
• News: Minister of Tourism launches Jamaica House at Commonwealth Games (2022-08-04 17:30:53)
  The Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Councillor Maureen Cornish joined Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, the Hon. Edmund Bartlett for the official launch of Jamaica House in Birmingham.
• News: JetBlue announces second quarter 2022 results (2022-08-04 17:20:08)
  JetBlue announces record revenues and launches new structural cost programme targeting efficiencies in network and operations.
• News: Etihad Airways scales up cargo operations with Airbus (2022-08-04 17:15:20)
  Etihad Airways has firmed up its order with Airbus for seven new generation A350F freighters, following its earlier commitment announced at the Singapore Airshow. The freighters will upgrade Etihad’s freight capacity by deploying the most efficient cargo aircraft available in the market.
• News: Airbnb second quarter 2022 financial results (2022-08-04 17:08:48)
  Airbnb has issued its second quarter 2022 financial results. Over the past year it has generated $2.9 billion in free cash flow and Q2 revenue is up more than 70 percent since Q2 2019.
• News: Hilton study says Asia Pacific travel rush driven by need to reconnect (2022-08-04 17:01:33)
  As pent-up travel demand continues to be unleashed across the region, a recent study by Hilton reveals that Asia Pacific consumers are quickly embracing travel once more with renewed motivations: to rebuild family bonds, and to revive the body and soul.
• Focus: 10 countryside stays fit for K-pop royalty (2022-08-04 16:56:02)
  Inspired by the expansive property where 21st century pop icons BTS stayed during the filming of HYBE’s original content (reality show), IN THE SOOP BTS ver. Season 2, guests can enjoy similar laid-back, luxurious stays around the world through Airbnb’s new Countryside category.
• News: International cruise visitors set to return to Ha Long Bay (2022-08-04 16:17:01)
  Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay is preparing to welcome back cruise passenger with the return of cruise ships in October 2022, following a long hiatus due to the pandemic.
• News: Dealing with pet travel anxiety? Here are 10 ways to keep calm (2022-08-04 16:15:56)
  A recent survey1 revealed that 70% of Americans plan to travel this summer and 68% say that traveling with pets provides a sense of security. But as pet parents, you don’t need a survey to tell you what you already know. We love traveling with our pets because our pets are part of our family, and leaving our furry companions behind can be stressful.
• News: Hilton’s Caribbean and Latin America expansion continues with 11 hotel openings in first half 2022 (2022-08-04 15:57:15)
  Hilton is on track to reach 200 open hotels in the region by year‑end. The group welcomed 11 new hotels, growing its CALA portfolio to more than 190 hotels, representing nearly 15% of Hilton’s presence outside of the United States.
• Focus: BTN Interview: Mohamed El Masaoudi, CEO, Air Ocean Maroc (2022-08-04 15:38:10)
  Mohamed El Masaoudi is CEO of Air Ocean Maroc. BTN catches up with the aviation pioneer to discuss how Air Ocean Maroc has become of the success stories of aviation in Africa, and its expansion globally.
• News: Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism launch Jamaica House at Commonwealth Games (2022-08-04 14:55:46)
  The Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Councillor Maureen Cornish joined Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, the Hon. Edmund Bartlett for the official launch of Jamaica House in Birmingham.
• Focus: Unexpected romantic cities in the UK (2022-08-04 14:36:14)
  Rome and Paris may be known for their being two of the most beautiful cities in the world, but it’s important not to miss the charm to be found closer to home. From rolling countryside to historic town centres, the UK has some surprising gems that are perfect for a romantic getaway.
• News: JetSMART takes delivery of first A321neo (2022-08-04 13:45:28)
  JetSMART, the South American ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC) operating in Chile, Argentina and Peru, took delivery of its first Airbus A321neo, leased from Aviation Capítal Group. The fuel-efficient single-aisle aircraft will be key in reducing the airline’s environmental footprint.
• News: Etihad Airways scales up its cargo operations with Airbus (2022-08-04 11:30:52)
  Etihad Airways has firmed up its order with Airbus for seven new generation A350F freighters, following its earlier commitment announced at the Singapore Airshow. The freighters will upgrade Etihad’s freight capacity by deploying the most efficient cargo aircraft available in the market.
• News: Amadeus report finds travel is highest priority discretionary spend (2022-08-04 10:32:43)
  Amadeus has unveiled a study of 4,500 consumers from France, Germany, UK, US and Singapore to understand their expected spending habits for the coming 12-months.
• News: 5 delicious ways to enjoy summer’s favorite dessert (2022-08-04 10:15:53)
  S’mores are one of the most popular summertime treats, and it’s difficult not to love the chocolate-mallow-gram combo. Whether you’re a purist or prefer a modern - or even boozy - take on the s’more, there’s no wrong way to eat the crunchy, gooey treat. Here are five different ways to enjoy the classic dessert at Hilton hotels this season.
• News: Silversea Cruises unveils 2024-2025 voyage collection (2022-08-04 09:05:07)
  Silversea Cruises has unveiled its new 2024-2025 voyage collection, comprising 341 new sailings that will unlock 695 destinations in 120 countries between March 2024 and May 2025 - bringing the total number of destinations in Silversea’s portfolio to over 900.
• News: June Air Cargo: Stable and Resilient says IATA (2022-08-04 06:20:05)
  The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air cargo markets showing healthy and stable performance.
• News: Carnival celebrates 3 million guests since July restart (2022-08-04 04:00:07)
  In a year of many milestones – including its 50th Birthday – Carnival Cruise Line has reached another important mark, welcoming three million guests since the restart of guest operations in July 2021, amidst a busy summer season across its fleet of 23 ships.
• News: Seatrade Cruise Med announces 2022 lineup (2022-08-04 01:15:43)
  Seatrade Cruise Med, the only gathering of its kind for the global cruise industry in the Mediterranean and its adjoining seas, is pleased to announce panelists and themes for its 2022 State of the Mediterranean Cruise Industry Keynote.
• News: IHG launches global campaign ‘Guest How You Guest’ (2022-08-04 01:00:02)
  IHG Hotels & Resorts is reminding the world what it feels like to be a guest. The company’s newest global marketing campaign, Guest How You Guest, is a celebration of hotels and taking a break from having to do it all. IHG is passionate in its belief that when people are taken care of – they feel free to be themselves and live their best lives.
• News: P&O Australia ship arrives in Sydney for first time (2022-08-03 21:45:36)
  Pacific Encounter, the latest addition to the P&O Cruises Australia fleet to continue the revival of Australia’s $5 billion a year cruise industry, today sailed into Sydney Harbour offering a salute to ‘hero tugs’ and other maritime champions that help keep our waters safe.
• News: Jamaica’s Tourism Minister calls for Commonwealth tourism convergence (2022-08-03 20:49:26)
  In a meeting with senior directors and advisors of the Commonwealth Secretariat, Minister of Tourism for Jamaica, Hon Edmund Bartlett called for the use of tourism convergence to reposition the Commonwealth. The Minister’s call comes as destinations globally continue their recovery efforts from the fallout caused by Covid-19.
• Focus: Cocky Guides launch the program for Australia’s first sensory tourism Conference (2022-08-03 20:08:36)
  Australia’s leader in blind and low vision group travel, Cocky Guides, will be hosting the Sensory Tourism & Gold Crest Explorer Expo on the NSW Central Coast at Ibis Styles, The Entrance, from Sunday, 11 September 2022, to Tuesday, 13 September 2022.
• Focus: 10 Tips for enjoying a wine tasting tour (2022-08-03 19:56:58)
  Have you ever gone wine tasting? Are you planning to go to one? It is a lovely experience, especially if you go with friends. What a perfect hangout idea.
• News: NCL celebrates float out of Norwegian Viva (2022-08-03 18:50:05)
  Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel, today announced that Norwegian Viva, the second of six vessels in its groundbreaking Prima Class, floated out from her dry dock at the Fincantieri shipyard in Marghera (Venice), Italy, marking a major construction milestone and the first time the new vessel touches water.
• News: Rail bridge set for demolition in Glasgow’s southside (2022-08-03 16:30:40)
  Network Rail is removing the bridge on Nithsdale Road as part of the Barrhead to Glasgow electrification project.
• News: TUI Care Foundation and Green Phenix launch Curacao waste upcycling programme (2022-08-03 15:00:09)
  Plastic waste and pollution is a challenging issue on Curacao. The island has more plastic waste than can currently be managed and an overburdened landfill site is expected to reach capacity by 2025.
• News: British Airways to suspend long-haul flight sales from Heathrow (2022-08-03 14:43:44)
  British Airways is set to suspend sales of long-haul flights from Heathrow amid the on-going disruption at the UK’s largest airport. The carrier earlier curtailed sales for short-haul flights in response to a cap on daily passenger numbers.
• News: Amsterdam hotels make strong recovery despite extended Covid restrictions (2022-08-03 14:07:53)
  Amsterdam’s hotel sector has made a strong recovery with year-to-May data indicating strong growth, despite the late lifting of Covid-related travel restrictions in The Netherlands.
• News: Indonesia reveals UK as best performing market for tourist arrivals in 2022 (2022-08-03 13:47:30)
  Indonesia’s tourism ministry has released statistics showing that the United Kingdom is the best performing market for tourist arrivals to Indonesia in 2022. The UK achieved 558.8% of its target between January and June 2022.
• News: Santo Maris launches new meetings and events facilities (2022-08-03 13:45:54)
  Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites & Spa has announced the opening of its new meeting and events facilities located steps away from picturesque Oia, perfect for corporate retreats and guests looking to combine business and relaxation in the Greek islands.
• News: Portugal faces 50,000 jobs in Portugal could remain unfilled (2022-08-03 13:40:18)
  A new analysis of staff shortages by the WTTC has revealed a labour shortfall in Portugal, with nearly 50,000 travel and tourism jobs across the country predicted to be unfilled.
• News: Cape Town to host 8th Africa Fintech Summit (2022-08-03 13:37:58)
  Leading innovators, investors, and policymakers from around the world will gather at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, South Africa, for the 8th edition of the Africa Fintech Summit in November 2022.
• News: Cendyn acquires digitalhotelier (2022-08-03 13:35:39)
  Cendyn, the hospitality techology specialist, has acquired digitalhotelier, a provider of integrated distribution, demand generation and data intelligence solutions for hotels.
• News: DFDS to trial Rosslare-Dunkirk passenger service (2022-08-03 13:22:25)
  A new passenger service between Ireland and France will launch from Friday 5 August on leading pan-European ferry company DFDS’s Rosslare-Dunkirk route.
• News: ASTA congratulates re-elected members of board of directors (2022-08-03 11:50:11)
  The American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) is pleased to announce its Board of Directors’ newly re-elected Directors-at-large, who will officially begin their second two-year term at the close of ASTA’s Global Convention in San Francisco in August 2022.
• News: MSC Cruises implement wellbeing protocol for passengers sailing from U.S. ports (2022-08-03 05:45:37)
  MSC Cruises on 8 August will implement a new wellbeing protocol for its passengers sailing from U.S. ports of embarkation following a change of health and safety requirements set by the USA’s national public health agency, the CDC.
• News: Da Nang’s Dragon Bridge to spit fire and water combined with light and sound effects (2022-08-03 03:00:21)
  Da Nang City People’s Committee announced the addition of fire and water spitting on Dragon Bridge every Friday, starting from the evening of 29th July.
• News: Over a quarter of car hirers have experienced a hard sell at the car rental desk (2022-08-03 02:00:40)
  Two-fifths (42%) of car hirers feel pressured by sales agents when they pick up a hire car, rising to almost half (49%) of under 34s, and more than a quarter (28%) say they have experienced a hard sell at the car rental desk, according to a new Opinium survey of hire car drivers by iCarhireinsurance.com, a leading provider of car hire excess insurance.
• News: easyJet appoints new Chief Customer and Marketing Officer (2022-08-03 00:05:28)
  easyJet has appointed Robert Birge to the new role of Chief Customer and Marketing Officer, sitting on the airline’s management board. This role brings together a number of key areas including Marketing, Digital, Customer Service along with Customer Experience and Insight. Robert will join the airline later this month.
• News: Nearly 50,000 travel & tourism jobs in Portugal could remain unfilled (2022-08-02 22:30:35)
  A new analysis of staff shortages by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed a labour shortfall in Portugal, with nearly 50,000 travel and tourism jobs across the country predicted to be unfilled.
• News: Emirates Skywards makes a splash this summer (2022-08-02 17:00:28)
  Emirates Skywards, the award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai, is giving members even more reasons to explore the world this summer with exclusive bonus Miles offerings. Enjoy splurging and rack up Miles this August on flights, hotel stays, car rentals, lifestyle partners and much more.
• News: The Ritz-Carlton, Amman offers an elegant nod to Jordan’s timeless beauty (2022-08-02 16:47:23)
  Officially opened in May 2022, The Ritz-Carlton, Amman Hotel & Residences is a breath of fresh air for design enthusiasts, offering perhaps the best example of how local aesthetics can be delicately interwoven into a classically elegant space.
• News: Park Hyatt Milan reopens after €20 million makeover (2022-08-02 15:15:47)
  Hyatt Hotels has announced that the iconic five-star luxury establishment Park Hyatt Milano has opened its doors after two years of extensively renovating its spaces, while staying true to the property’s historic character.
• News: Dubai consolidates status as world’s Web3 capital (2022-08-02 15:10:57)
  The recent launch of Dubai’s Metaverse Strategy by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, positions the city as a global pioneer offering the world’s most advanced and connected ecosystem in which the metaverse community can thrive.
• News: Hyatt to debut The Unbound Collection in India (2022-08-02 14:55:48)
  Hyatt Hotels has announced plans for the debut of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand in India with the signing of a management agreement for Bhopal’s Noor-Us-Sabah Palace.
• News: 1.94 million arrivals to Ha Noi in July 2022 (2022-08-02 14:15:12)
  A report from the Ha Noi Department of Tourism, in July 2022, the number of international and domestic visitors has increased gradually compared to the same period last year. The total number of visitors to Ha Noi was estimated to reach 1.94 million arrivals, in which, domestic visitors reached 1.8 million arrivals, international visitors were about 141,000 arrivals. Total tourist receipts earned VND6.15 trillion.
• News: Qatar Airways sponsors prestigious Qatar Goodwood Festival for fourth time (2022-08-02 13:49:17)
  Qatar Airways has sponsored the prestigious Qatar Goodwood Festival in partnership with the Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club (QREC) for the fourth time.
• News: Quarter of a million tourism vacancies threaten Italy’s recovery (2022-08-02 13:40:19)
  A new study by the WTTC has revealed the recovery of Italy’s travel and tourism economy could be jeopardised if quarter of a million jobs across the sector remain unfilled.
• News: Dubai consolidates status as the world’s Web3 capital (2022-08-02 13:37:45)
  The recent launch of Dubai’s Metaverse Strategy by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, positions the city as a global pioneer offering the world’s most advanced and connected ecosystem where the metaverse community can thrive in an enabling environment.
• News: Hyatt to debut The Unbound Collection in India with Noor-Us-Sabah Palace in Bhopa (2022-08-02 13:30:43)
  Hyatt Hotels has announced plans for the debut of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand in India with the signing of a management agreement for Bhopal’s Noor-Us-Sabah Palace.
• News: ABTA writes to Conservative leadership candidates on priorities for the industry (2022-08-02 13:30:15)
  ABTA – The Travel Association has written to Conservative leadership candidates Rt Hon Liz Truss MP and Rishi Sunak MP to outline what is needed to support the UK travel industry through its recovery from the COVID pandemic, and to ensure a prosperous future for the sector.
• News: Radisson to quadruple Vietnam portfolio (2022-08-02 13:20:28)
  Radisson is set to realize a four-fold growth of its footprint in Vietnam by opening a dedicated representative office and significantly boosting its portfolio of properties in the country by 2025.
• News: Park Hyatt Milan reopens after a €20 million makeover (2022-08-02 13:17:04)
  Hyatt Hotels has announced that the iconic five-star luxury establishment Park Hyatt Milano opens its doors today after two years of extensively renovating its spaces, while staying true to the property’s historic character.
• News: 7Pines Resort Sardinia opens as part Of Destination By Hyatt portfolio (2022-08-02 13:00:28)
  Luxury beachfront resort marks the debut of the Destination by Hyatt brand in Italy as well as the first Hyatt-affiliated hotel in Sardinia
• News: InterContinental Sorrento Mornington Peninsula ushers in era of glamour in Melbourne (2022-08-02 12:26:36)
  Victoria’s seaside village of Sorrento welcomes a glamorous new era with the unveiling of InterContinental Sorrento Mornington Peninsula, continuing IHG Hotels & Resorts’ legacy of opening in the world’s most sought-after destinations.
• Focus: Las Vegas News Briefs (2022-08-02 12:11:31)
  All the latest news, shows and events from Las Vegas, including residences for Aerosmith, Adele and Usher.
• News: More than 70,000 vacancies in travel and tourism threaten France’s economic recovery (2022-08-02 11:45:51)
  A new study by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed the recovery of France’s travel and tourism is at risk as more than 70,000 jobs remain unfilled across the country.
• News: More than 70,000 vacancies in Travel & Tourism threaten France’s economic recovery (2022-08-02 11:45:45)
  A new study by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed the recovery of France’s Travel & Tourism is at risk as more than 70,000 jobs remain unfilled across the country.
• News: CMAC Group partners with Trees4Travel in step towards becoming carbon neutral (2022-08-02 09:19:59)
  In a bid to become a carbon neutral organisation by the end of 2023, the ground transport and accommodation specialists, CMAC Group, has announced a partnership with Trees4Travel, an initiative dedicated to neutralising traveller’s impact upon the environment through reforestation in developing countries.
• News: Carnival welcomes Grand Bahama business community to cruise port development (2022-08-02 03:50:09)
  Carnival Cruise Line hosted more than 500 local business representatives and residents during a two-day series of informational sessions regarding its Grand Bahama Cruise Port development currently under construction and slated for completion in late 2024.
• News: PATA publishes ‘Food and Plastic Waste Reduction Standards for Tourism Businesses’ (2022-08-02 01:25:07)
  The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is proud to publish the Food and Plastic Waste Reduction Standard for Tourism Businesses as part of its commitment to the European Union (EU)-funded TourLink project, under the EU SWITCH-ASIA Programme.
• News: Norwegian Cruise Line takes delivery of Norwegian Prima (2022-08-01 22:00:00)
  Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel with a 55-year history of breaking boundaries, has taken delivery of its newest ship, Norwegian Prima, in Marghera, Venice at the renowned Fincantieri shipyard.
• News: Farnborough Airport appoints design & build contractors for new £55m hangar (2022-08-01 17:50:48)
  Farnborough Airport, Europe’s leading airport for premium air travel connectivity and the home of British aviation has appointed contractors McLaughlin & Harvey and Gebler Tooth for the design and construction of its new £55m 175,000 sq. ft state of the art and sustainably designed hangar development, Domus III.
• News: Trip.com users embracing the CHOOOSE CO2 emissions program (2022-08-01 16:15:27)
  Now that Trip.com’s CO2 emissions offsetting partnership with CHOOOSE has been in operation for almost two months, Trip.com wanted to take a moment to assess how the collaboration was progressing and to take an in-depth look at the audiences that are buying emissions offsetting options today. With some interesting revelations to come out of the analysis, below we discuss our findings.
• Focus: Breaking Travel News investigates: Namibia by road (2022-08-01 15:16:15)
  With Namibia reopening to tourists after two-years of pandemic disruption, Mark Hakansson here explores this southern Africa wonderland by road
• News: Accor will introduce ibis brand in Uzbekistan (2022-08-01 14:44:00)
  Accor will open the first ibis hotel in Tashkent in 2023, and follows on the heels of Mercure Tashkent which is scheduled to open later this year.
• News: Emirates restarts flights from London Stansted (2022-08-01 14:40:26)
  Emirates restarts flights from London Stansted as it continues to rebuild its UK and global network in response to sustained demand for international travel. This is the first commercial flight Emirates has flown from Stansted since pausing operations in March 2020 due to the pandemic.
• News: Montego Bay is reported top recovering destination this summer (2022-08-01 14:30:02)
  Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett has announced that record numbers of British travellers have visited the island in the first four months of this year and predicts a return to pre-pandemic levels.
• News: IAG returns to profit in the second quarter following strong recovery (2022-08-01 14:10:26)
  IAG financial results highlights for the period includine an operating profit for the second quarter €293 million, compared to an operating loss of €967 million in 2021.
• News: Boeing to open Japan research center and expand sustainability partnerships (2022-08-01 13:30:52)
  Boeing will strengthen its partnership with Japan by opening a new Boeing Research and Technology (BR&T) center. The facility will focus on sustainability and support a newly expanded cooperation agreement with Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI).
• News: Boeing to open Japan research centre and expand sustainability partnerships (2022-08-01 13:30:22)
  Boeing will strengthen its partnership with Japan by opening a new Boeing Research and Technology centre. The facility will focus on sustainability and support a newly expanded cooperation agreement with Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.
• News: Montego Bay, Jamaica is reported top recovering destination this summer External (2022-08-01 13:10:44)
  Minister of tourism for Jamaica, Hon Edmund Bartlett has announced that record numbers of British travellers have visited the island in the first four months of this year and predicts a return to pre-pandemic levels for 2022.
• News: WTTC says 130,000 tourism vacancies threaten UK economic recovery (2022-08-01 12:32:04)
  The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) warns the travel and tourism sector’s recovery is at serious risk as nearly 130,000 jobs go unfilled across the UK.
• News: International tourism consolidates strong recovery amidst growing challenges (2022-08-01 09:28:04)
  International tourism continues to show signs of a strong and steady recovery from the impact of the pandemic despite significant mounting economic and geopolitical challenges.
• Focus: Travelling isn’t always the best way to reach casinos (2022-08-01 08:06:07)
  Once upon a time, enjoying an afternoon of gambling meant putting your shoes and coat on, grabbing your wallet and car keys, and driving out to the nearest brick-and-mortar casino.
• News: August bank holiday rail works set to improve passengers’ journeys (2022-08-01 02:30:22)
  Passengers are advised to check before they travel this August Bank Holiday as Network Rail is set to carry out track, signalling and overhead wire works to improve Anglia’s rail network.
• News: Network Rail moves ahead with maintenance reforms (2022-07-31 22:50:11)
  Network Rail has formally started the legal consultation process with its trades unions on the maintenance reforms required to modernise and improve productivity and efficiency.

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