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Australia to charge tourists entry for most photogenic spots in Northern Territory - TravelDailyNews International

Those looking to camp or hike will still need to pay the usual fees on top of the Parks Pass.

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Airlines brace for summer chaos as wider tech issues remain | PhocusWire

Schiphol Airport is capping its passenger numbers at 66,000 per day in May while Lufthansa said in February that it was reducing its 2023 summer schedule by 34,000 flights.

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Vacation rental marketplace Whimstay scores $10M | PhocusWire

The San Francisco-based company plans to use the funding toward “key new hires” and the development of new products and features.

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Where in Europe are people flying less - and what's the one country where flights are surging? | Euronews

‘Environmental pressure’ reducing the number of domestic flights across Europe, data shows.

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Spirit Will Now Match Your Status With Another Airline — What to Know

Spirit Airlines has partnered with StatusMatch.com to give travelers that hold status with 16 airline and 16 hotel loyalty programs access to its Free Spirit program.

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The Grand Canyon's North Rim Reopening Delayed Due to ‘Record-setting Snow’

The North Rim of the Grand Canyon won’t open until June as the park sees record-setting snowfall totals.

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ATPCO surpasses 200,000 corporate and negotiated contracts processed via its Express Contracts solution - TravelDailyNews International

The new milestone means airlines have saved more than 750,000 manual coding hours and $53 million in coding costs.

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Australia to charge tourists entry for most photogenic spots in Northern Territory - TravelDailyNews International

Those looking to camp or hike will still need to pay the usual fees on top of the Parks Pass.

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Visa-free EU travel could be on the horizon for Turkey after next month’s election | Euronews

Turkey could gain visa-free access to the EU within months, Erdogan rival claims.

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Leveraging innovation to solve pain points in B2B travel payments | PhocusWire

TerraPay's vice president of payments explains how virtual cards and other innovative payment products can help travel companies drive more revenue and provide a better experience for consumers.

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Turkish property management company Missafir lands investment at $26M valuation | PhocusWire

Ege Yapi Technology Ventures, one of Turkey’s largest real estate developers, took part in the funding as a strategic investor.  

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Uber-owned Careem spins out super app with $400M investment | PhocusWire

Careem will split into two business units - Careem Rides and Careem Technologies, which will manage development of its super app.

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JFKIAT holds double ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate new openings of Beacon Bar & Kitchen and Hudson - TravelDailyNews International

The openings mark Terminal 4’s Concourse A expansion, as part of the terminal’s redevelopment.

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Navigating the aftermath: How to handle a road accident while traveling - TravelDailyNews International

In this blog post, we’ll discuss what immediate steps you should take if you ever find yourself in this unfortunate predicament.

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Travelers can explore four different regions with Holland America Line’s 2024-2025 West Coast cruises - TravelDailyNews International

Ships set sail for Hawaii, Mexico, Pacific Coast and through the Panama Canal with convenient roundtrip departures from San Diego and Vancouver.

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Wego named the No1 travel app for flight searches and bookings - TravelDailyNews International

Data was gathered by analyzing the download rates of 1,062 travel apps that offer flight and hotel search capabilities.

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Travelers can explore four different regions with Holland America Line’s 2024-2025 West Coast cruises - TravelDailyNews International

Ships set sail for Hawaii, Mexico, Pacific Coast and through the Panama Canal with convenient roundtrip departures from San Diego and Vancouver.

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Visit Greater Palm Springs partners with VRBO and Rent Responsibly to provide resources to short-term vacation rental hosts - TravelDailyNews International

This new initiative provides short-term vacation rental hosts in the Coachella Valley.

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President El-Sisi follows-up on work progress in the Grand Egyptian Museum - TravelDailyNews International

The meeting followed-up on work progress in the Grand Egyptian Museum, in light of the limited experimental operation and completion of work in several sectors.

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Mondee and TISSINI partner to empower Hispanic women as successful travel entrepreneurs - TravelDailyNews International

As part of Mondee’s Influencer and Affiliate Network, TISSINI’s closed group of 55,000 Hispanic women now have access to state-of-the-art travel technology, exclusive content and revenue opportunities.

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Airports ramp up digital technology investments to meet demands of air travel recovery - TravelDailyNews International

ACI World and SITA's latest Airport IT Insights Survey reveals accelerated digitalization will be key to more resilient and agile airport operations.

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Hikers: these are the must-have accessories for a hiking vacation - TravelDailyNews International

Here are four essential accessories that will make your next long walk or hike more comfortable and enjoyable.

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Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo introduces five new dining venues - TravelDailyNews International

Vibrant flavors take center-stage at Sofitel Legend’s first property in North & Central America with five good and beverage outlets in the heart of Panama’s most historic neighborhood.

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Allied Market Research: Dental tourism market to reach $21.5bn. globally, by 2031 at 13.9% - TravelDailyNews International

Increased tooth loss rates, high demand for cosmetic dentistry, rising per-person healthcare costs, and emergence of technologically advanced products drive the growth of the global dental tourism market.

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Dior and Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc reveal the new Dior Spa Eden-Roc in Antibes, France - TravelDailyNews International

Present in the most beautiful places in the world, Dior is now joining the Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Antibes.

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AlUla Skies Festival returns for its second edition to witness AlUla’s cultural sites from all angles - TravelDailyNews International

Explore the skies above the ancient Arabian oasis city whilst bringing together adventure, culture, heritage and entertainment. The festival is running from 26 April to 13 May with a host of activities including hot air balloon tours, helicopter tours, st

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Key International and Shaner Hotels announce grand opening of SpringHill Suites by Marriott Jacksonville Beach Oceanfront - TravelDailyNews International

Situated oceanfront at 465 North First Street, the hotel site is convenient to the area’s top attractions including the Jacksonville Beach Pier, Shipwreck Island Water Park, the PGA Tour at Sawgrass, multiple golf courses, Carnival Cruise Port, St. August

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Freetour.com and Skycop partner to offer unbeatable travel experience - TravelDailyNews International

Customers of Freetour.com can now enjoy the added security of knowing that they are covered in the event of flight disruptions, thanks to Skycop flight compensation services.

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IATA: Court decision to halt Schiphol Airport flight cuts is ‘reprieve’ for passengers, airlines, and the Dutch economy - TravelDailyNews International

The threat of flight cuts at Schiphol remains very real and is still the stated policy of the government.

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Accor and Archi to open a new Mövenpick property on the Black Sea coast in Georgia - TravelDailyNews International

The 120-room Mövenpick Kobuleti weill be located in a new skyline building on the Black Sea coast in Georgia.

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U.S. Airlines Are Reducing Summer Service at NYC, D.C. Airports — Here's Why

The Federal Aviation Administration is allowing airlines to cut back on service from New York and Washington D.C.-area airports ahead of the busy summer season amid a staffing shortage.

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Japan to Drop COVID-19 Testing, Vaccination Protocols Next Month — What to Know

Japan will end all COVID-19-related border restrictions on May 8.

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Stake.us Gold Coins & Stake cash: Exclusive referral code (get your bonus) - TravelDailyNews International

In this article, we'll show you how to get your bonus and take advantage of this exciting offer.

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Instant win Sweepstakes USA: The best real money sweepstakes offers - TravelDailyNews International

In this article, we'll highlight the best instant win sweepstakes offers from popular Sweeps casinos like Stake.us, BetRivers.net, and SweepSlots.

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New Sweeps Casinos: Latest free Sweeps Cash & Coins (top-3) - TravelDailyNews International

It's important to note that these sweepstakes casinos use a different currency system than traditional online casinos.

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Choice Hotels International 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance Report: Building a Better Tomorrow, Today - TravelDailyNews International

Company highlights significant new steps on journey to cut costs and save time for franchisees while building legacy of sustainability, prosperity, and wellbeing.

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Tips for planning your horse racing holiday - TravelDailyNews International

Let us show you how to plan your perfect adventure in horse racing!

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Aviation industry invests in SAF to reach climate targets | PhocusWire

With development of hydrogen- and electric-powered planes for long-haul flights too far off, airlines look to investments in sustainable aviation fuel to help meet carbon emissions goals.

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Japan’s SmartRyde raises $3.4M as it expands airport transfer marketplace | PhocusWire

Along with the funding, SmartRyde has created an API so online travel agencies and airlines can connect directly to its global network to easily offer pre-booked airport transfers in their booking flows.

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Yanolja acquires Innsoft to target North American hospitality market | PhocusWire

North America’s transition to a digital-based operating environment has been slow, Korea-based Yanolja Cloud said, and it aims to expand the adoption rate of SaaS-based hospitality solutions.

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4 key areas impacting the U.S. air market | PhocusWire

 While supply chain issues, staffing shortages and recession jitters hinder airlines from returning to pre-pandemic passenger volumes, slow-but-steady growth is still anticipated throughout the forecast period.

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Think you know Berlin? Now the city wants you to explore its hidden attractions | Euronews

Many tourists just stick to Berlin’s well-known central attractions.

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Compelling sites to visit in Giza - TravelDailyNews International

Here are some historical places that would represent unforgettable memories in your mind.

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Emirates to offer daily flights to Toronto from 20 April - TravelDailyNews International

Daily flights between Dubai and Toronto to offer over 6,800 seats per week on popular route; 40% increase in capacity to serve pent up demand. Enhanced UAE - Canada air service agreement paves the way for economic opportunities and value creation for both

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What to do when landing in Safaga Port - TravelDailyNews International

Whether you're looking to explore the local culture and history, relax on the beach, or go on a thrilling adventure, Safaga Port has something for everyone.

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How to plan a trip from London to Hurghada - TravelDailyNews International

In contrast to the United Kingdom, Hurghada City will make you live a vacation with another perception, offering you a hint of the four seasons.

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Teresa Gonçalves appointed as Executive Chairwoman of SATA Holding - TravelDailyNews International

Also, SATA Air Açores and Azores Airlines, SATA's group airlines, announced that 5,800 passengers have voluntarily contributed to IATA's Carbon Offset Program.

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