Latest travel and tourism news from around the world.
The U.S. lodging market may be going gangbusters, but it seems that China is grabbing many of the headlines these days. Between the incredible bounty of new development and its rising middle class, China is one market that’s on a major winning streak.
There’s yet more change afoot for luxury hotels in Paris with the announcement that the Raffles property Le Royal Monceau has been granted an official ‘Palace Distinction’.
Le Royal Monceau in Paris awarded ‘palace’ status Read More »
With everything you can eat and drink thrown in, all-inclusive deals are promoted as the most economic way of enjoying your holiday. But they may not always be such good value, according to a survey.
Project documentation of the Moscow – Kazan high-speed rail line wil be completed by the first quarter of 2015, according to recent statements of Russia’s Ministry of Transport.
Moscow – Kazan to become Russia’s first high-speed rail line Read More »
South Korea’s Asiana Airlines will be subject of a three-week government investigation after one of its passenger jets crash landed in San Francisco, officials said Monday.
South Korea Orders Airlines To Step Up Pilot Training Read More »
Dubai has taken a step towards seaside ecotourism and joined the international Blue Flag program that guarantees conformity to stringent environmental standards.
Air passengers in China experience the world’s most disrupted travel plans, according to a report which names two of the country’s major airports and its leading airlines among the most delayed.
Beijing International Airport is the world’s most delayed airport Read More »
Boasting its own artificial sun and a floor area three times that of the Pentagon, the “world’s largest building” has opened in southwest China to mixed reviews from its first visitors.
The “world’s largest building” has opened in southwest China Read More »
InterContinental Hotels Group is celebrating the introduction of IHG® Rewards Club by launching its “Discover IHG” sweepstakes on social media tool Instagram, a mobile app for sharing photos and video.
IHG® Rewards Club Launches “Discover IHG” Social Media Campaign Awarding Read More »
Transaero Airlines and UTair Aviation have signed an agreement on strategic cooperation aimed at the development of both domestic and international passenger and air cargo markets.
Transaero Airlines and UTair Aviation Sign Strategic Partnership Read More »
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, will in September soft open a five-star hotel in Pattaya’s Phratamnak Hill district, the city’s premier residential area.
Centara prepares to open 5-star hotel in Pattaya’s ‘Beverley Hills’ district Read More »
Dr. Christian Göke (47) will take over as the new Chief Executive Officer of Messe Berlin on 1 July 2013. He takes over the position from Raimund Hosch who is retiring.
BA and JAL entered into a joint business arrangement in October 2012, providing their customers with better connectivity between Europe and Japan, increased flight choices and enhanced frequent flyer benefits.
Finnair to Join BA and JAL Joint Business Agreement Read More »
Hertz has launched a new rental service available any time, day or night. Hertz 24/7 allows customers to be able to rent a wide variety of vehicles near their home or work when need, and for any length of time – hourly, daily, weekly or monthly.
On Monday, Virgin Australia announced that pets would now be included in the airline’s Velocity frequent flier program. In a press release, the airline stated that two-legged frequent fliers would earn up to 300 points each time their dog or cat flew with them.
Virgin Australia introduces frequent flier miles for pets Read More »
