As we step into 2025, travelers are seeking destinations that combine cultural richness, historic charm, and unique experiences. This year, cities in Italy, Estonia, Spain, Norway, and Germany are emerging as top choices for those looking to explore Europe in a fresh and exciting way. These cities have captivated travelers with their distinct identities—whether it’s […]

Japan Airlines aims to strengthen its presence in Vietnam, targeting market growth through expanded services and fostering tourism, economic, and cultural ties. At an event held last weekend to commemorate 30 years of the Ho Chi Minh City-Japan air route, Takahiro Miyagi, managing director of Japan Airlines’ regional sales office in Vietnam, highlighted the airline’s […]

UN Tourism Villages 2024 celebrates 55 rural destinations for their commitment to sustainable tourism, community development, and cultural preservation. Rural destinations strengthen their role in sustainable tourism and community growth as UN Tourism announces the Best Tourism Villages of 2024. In its fourth year, the initiative has recognized 55 villages from across the globe, selected […]

Florence, Italy – In 2024, Florence introduced a series of new measures aimed at addressing the rising concerns of overtourism, particularly the increasing number of short-term private rentals such as those offered through platforms like Airbnb. The city’s new mayor, Sara Funaro, has voiced concerns about the rising number of these rentals, which she claims […]

Amadeus expands its partnership with Cathay Pacific to enhance retail capabilities, support NDC adoption, and improve customer experience through advanced digital tools. Amadeus, a leader in travel technology, has deepened its collaboration with Cathay Pacific, Hong Kong’s flagship airline, to enhance its retailing capabilities and provide greater flexibility and options to passengers. As part of […]

Asia’s cruise tourism is booming, with record growth in passenger numbers and new opportunities for international deployments and homeports, experts reveal. Asia’s cruise tourism is bouncing back strongly, both as a source of passengers and as a sought-after destination, with opportunities emerging for international deployments and new homeports, according to experts at Seatrade Cruise Asia […]

Qantas has reopened its upgraded Qantas Club at Adelaide Airport, featuring enhanced amenities, local design elements, and a seasonal buffet for travelers. Qantas, part of the Oneworld alliance, has unveiled its newly refurbished Qantas Club at Adelaide Airport, enhancing the experience for passengers. The renovated lounge offers an array of seasonal buffet options for breakfast, […]

Cape Air, a regional carrier known for its commitment to serving niche markets, is set to enhance its presence in the Caribbean with the launch of three new routes in December 2024. These routes, aimed at improving connectivity within the Caribbean, will link St. Kitts, St. Thomas, Nevis, and Vieques, providing vital air service to […]

Avianca, one of Latin America’s leading airlines, has announced the resumption of its Bogota (BOG) to Havana (HAV) route in the Northern Winter 2024/25 season. This eagerly awaited route will reconnect Colombia and Cuba for the first time since January 2020, following the disruptions caused by global travel restrictions. The inaugural flight is scheduled for […]

Mormugao Port Authority (MPA) welcomed the season’s first international cruise vessel, M V Vasco da Gama, on Saturday, marking an exciting start to the cruise tourism season. The ship, operated by German cruise line Nicko Cruises, docked at the port at 11 a.m., bringing 590 passengers and 416 crew members to Goa. Approximately 500 passengers […]