Manuel N. “Manny” Stamatakis has declared his retirement as Chairman of the Visit Philadelphia Board of Directors, set to conclude at the end of December 2024. Effective January 1, 2025, current Board member and Finance Chair, Mr. Anthony J. “Tony” Conti, will assume the role of Chair of the Board. In recognition of his more […]

Destination Canada is building on the success of its pilot Tourism Corridor Strategy Program by launching four new tourism corridors in 2024, designed to enhance the nation’s tourism infrastructure. This initiative forms a crucial part of Destination Canada’s bold 2030 Tourism Strategy, which aims to elevate Canada back into the top 7 global tourism destinations. […]

New Jersey (September 26, 2024) – In honor of World Tourism Day on September 27, themed “Tourism and Peace” by the United Nations, Bevan Springer, President of Marketplace Excellence and the Caribbean Media Exchange, is highlighting the vital connection between tourism and peacebuilding, advocating for its active promotion in the Caribbean and beyond. Springer emphasizes […]

Princess Cruises, renowned for providing unforgettable vacations to millions of passengers each year, has reached a significant construction milestone for its second Sphere-Class vessel, Star Princess. The ship marked its float-out ceremony at the Fincantieri Shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy, a major step in the shipbuilding process. The float-out is a traditional maritime event that celebrates […]

This fall, Dwell is bringing back its exclusive and much-anticipated home tours, showcasing some of the most cutting-edge residences in the U.S. The first event is set for Saturday, October 19th, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. PDT, offering up to 300 guests a chance to explore three extraordinary homes that represent the future of […]

The trend of merging business with pleasure in travel, known as “bleisure,” is increasingly prominent across Europe. This concept caters to business travelers who are keen to enrich their work trips with leisure pursuits. Often, they extend their stays by a few days to immerse themselves in the local culture, visit landmarks, or relax in […]

Thompson Central Park New York and Nordstrom NYC have unveiled an exclusive shopping experience for hotel guests with the launch of “Sole Selection.” This initiative, inspired by the fast-paced lifestyle of New Yorkers, allows guests to shop a curated seasonal collection of stylish footwear personally chosen by Nordstrom NYC stylists, ensuring comfort for walking the […]

Between 2019 and 2022, the Alliance of CEO Climate Leaders made significant strides in environmental sustainability, achieving a notable 10% reduction in their overall emissions. Established in conjunction with the signing of the Paris Agreement, this alliance stands as the premier global consortium of CEOs championing the drive towards net-zero emissions. The group represents an […]

U.S. airlines have long made flying with a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine, essential for managing sleep apnea, a seamless experience for travelers. Passengers are allowed to bring a CPAP machine on board as an extra carry-on bag at no additional cost, a policy that is well-received since it helps protect the devices from […]

In 2025, Icelandair is set to enhance its international route offerings with an expanded seasonal service between Reykjavik, Iceland, and Pittsburgh, USA. This announcement follows the successful launch of the route earlier this year, and comes with an exciting development: the service will commence almost a month earlier than it did in its inaugural year. […]