The first inkling that you are nearing the soul soothing sanctuary of Verdura Resort are the flags. Fluttering wildly in the south westerly wind, the colours catch the eye immediately, vibrant, regal, and alive on the beige canvas of the landscape. They signal the entrance, a pathway carved out of the countryside that leads you […]
Israel – the hottest destination this summer
The Israel Ministry of Tourism has announced that it will open its borders to international travellers on a phased basis starting on 23 May, provided they have been vaccinated. As vaccinations centres wind down the country is beginning to open, with only roughly one million ‘unsure’ people not vaccinated out of a population of 9 […]
91% of travelers would be comfortable using digital health passports to help restart travel, according to new research
The study, commissioned by Amadeus and delivered by Censuswide, provides encouraging news for the industry, with 41% of travelers keen to book international travel within six weeks of restrictions lifting As governments and the travel industry explore the benefits of digital health passports, the message from travelers is clear: digital health passports can be a […]
Marriott International: Pilot program for contactless kiosks and furthering “Commitment to Clean”
Marriott International, Inc. announced the debut of a pilot program for contactless arrival kiosks at several select-service hotels, as well as the launch of a proof-of-concept for contactless grab-and-go marketplaces at two Fairfield by Marriott hotels. Both concepts build upon ongoing measures to boost traveler confidence while reinforcing the company’s Commitment to Clean initiative. Marriott’s […]
Virgin Hotels Checks In To Glasgow, Scotland. The Second International Lifestyle Hotel For The Brand
Hotel Brand Announces a New Property In-Development; Slated to Open in 2022. Virgin Hotels, the lifestyle hotel brand by Virgin Group Founder Sir Richard Branson, announces plans to open and operate a new hotel in Glasgow, Scotland. Expected to open in 2022, Virgin Hotels Glasgow will be the brand’s second Scottish hotel to be signed […]
Brussels: A new and stylish hotel will open right in the heart of the city, close to landmarks and attractions
Newest opening in Belgium joins a growing list of boutique conversion Trademark Collection hotels, and more destinations in Germany, Austria and Switzerland Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, company with over 8,900 hotels across nearly 95 countries, announces the opening of Hotel Avenue Louise Brussels, its first Trademark Collection by Wyndham hotel in Belgium. The new property […]
Mandarin Oriental Announces luxury resort and residences project in Da Nang, Vietnam
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group will manage a new luxury resort with branded residences in Da Nang, one of Vietnam’s most popular leisure destinations. Don’t get your hopes up too soon and add it to the post lock down bucket list. The project is not scheduled to open until 2024. All more to look forward to. […]
Stockholm receives European financing for central connection hub makeover
The European Investment Bank (EIB) provides SEK 4,000m (approx. €368m) loan for the renovation of the Slussen area in central Stockholm. The European Investment Bank (EIB) has signed a SEK 4 billion loan with the City of Stockholm to finance the renovation of the “Slussen” area in the city centre. The financing will be used […]
EU Tourism Ministers discuss future of the sector. Coordination and cooperation are essential
The Ministers of the 27 Member States participates in the first informal video conference of European Union Tourism Ministers under the aegis of the Portuguese Presidency of the Council of the EU. The need to reinforce coordination between Member States, on issues such as the movement of people and health, in the areas that have […]
Sandals Royal Barbados Announces Impressive Expansion. Just In Time For Summer
66 dreamy suites will join the South Seas Village, two new wellness-inspired eateries, two new tranquil pools, and more. Sandals Resorts International (SRI) continues its development in the Caribbean as Sandals Royal Barbados breaks ground on an exciting new expansion, just in time for the summer season. Set to premiere July 1, 2021, the South […]