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  	Hospitality startup Sextant Stays raises $14M, unveils new name | PhocusWire  phocuswire.com

Hospitality startup Sextant Stays raises $14M, unveils new name | PhocusWire

Now known as Roami, the company will use the funding to add to its portfolio, which currently includes 500 units in South Florida and New Orleans.

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  	Travel tech leaves female solo travelers behind | PhocusWire  phocuswire.com

Travel tech leaves female solo travelers behind | PhocusWire

WayAway is calling for extra help from the travel tech industry to solve the challenges faced by female solo travelers.  

Mar 08, 2023 Read more →
  	TUI to launch loyalty program built on guest “convenience” | PhocusWire  phocuswire.com

TUI to launch loyalty program built on guest “convenience” | PhocusWire

Sebastian Ebel, speaking at ITB in Berlin, says he has been impressed with what hotel groups such as Hilton have done, describing its program as a "convenience product."

Mar 08, 2023 Read more →
Industry representatives discuss the latest challenges at ITB Berlin - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

Industry representatives discuss the latest challenges at ITB Berlin - TravelDailyNews International

The tourism industry is back and on course worldwide to reach pre-pandemic levels. On Tuesday at the ITB Berlin Convention, Harald Pechlaner, university professor of Tourism from Eichstätt, discussed the […]

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Karibu Adventures Launches 3 New Immersive Tours Of Canada And Italy forbes.com

Karibu Adventures Launches 3 New Immersive Tours Of Canada And Italy

Karibu Adventures offers mission-driven tours to unique destinations in Canada and Italy, designed for curious and active adventurers who seek raw and real experiences in amazing wild places. Discover 3 of their top signature adventures.

Mar 08, 2023 Read more →
Best Things To See, Eat And Do In Budapest, Hungary forbes.com

Best Things To See, Eat And Do In Budapest, Hungary

Budapest, with its cultural charms, musical heritage as the birthplace of Liszt and Bartok, thermal baths and inexpensive hospitality, is the ideal city for a weekend break.

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UNWTO and Saudi Arabia Partner to Boost Education and Training in Tourism unwto.org

UNWTO and Saudi Arabia Partner to Boost Education and Training in Tourism

UNWTO and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will work together to promote education and professional development in tourism.

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New Report to Support Climate Action in the Tourism Sector unwto.org

New Report to Support Climate Action in the Tourism Sector

UNWTO has released a new report highlighting the progress that global tourism has made in measuring greenhouse gas emissions as well as the challenges the sector still faces.

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TUI gives Aerdeen residents more choice with further hotels added for 2024 across six routes - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

TUI gives Aerdeen residents more choice with further hotels added for 2024 across six routes - TravelDailyNews International

The most popular destinations for holidaymakers in Aberdeen are Palma, Majorca and Dalaman, Turkey. People from North East Scotland are more likely to book a four star, all inclusive summer holiday for two adults. TUI flying offers six routes from Aberdee

Mar 08, 2023 Read more →
New Dublin property adds to Synergy’s flourishing EMEA apartment portfolio - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

New Dublin property adds to Synergy’s flourishing EMEA apartment portfolio - TravelDailyNews International

The addition of new serviced apartment block Synergy St Stephen’s Green bolsters the company’s operational presence across the Irish capital and European commercial hub.

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Cyprus Airways announces good February 2023 passenger figures - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

Cyprus Airways announces good February 2023 passenger figures - TravelDailyNews International

Year-on-year Airline carries five times more passengers; Improves load factor by 20% points; Carries 30% more passengers compared to Feb’19 (pre-Covid). Despite aggressive competition, Airline confirmed as the third largest carrier by market share in Janu

Mar 08, 2023 Read more →
Qatar Airways reveals seven new destinations, 11 resumptions and 35 frequency increases at ITB Berlin 2023 - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

Qatar Airways reveals seven new destinations, 11 resumptions and 35 frequency increases at ITB Berlin 2023 - TravelDailyNews International

Airline adds over 655 weekly flights to summer 2023 schedule compared to 2022. Qatar Airways also celebrated its new Formula 1 partnership, and the innovative technological adaption of the QVerse.

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Passenger traffic comes closest ever to full recovery in January ‘23 - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

Passenger traffic comes closest ever to full recovery in January ‘23 - TravelDailyNews International

When compared to pre-pandemic (January 2019) levels, passenger traffic in January stood at -11% - a significant improvement over the preceding month (-14% in December 2022). This is the best monthly performance and thus closest to a full recovery since th

Mar 08, 2023 Read more →
MGallery Hotel Collection delivers style and substance with “Stories that Stay" - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

MGallery Hotel Collection delivers style and substance with “Stories that Stay" - TravelDailyNews International

A new campaign, new hotels, and new leadership for the brand.

Mar 08, 2023 Read more →
Hua Hin Magic during the 2023 Thailand Open - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

Hua Hin Magic during the 2023 Thailand Open - TravelDailyNews International

The 2023 Thailand Open Hua Hin presented by E@ gave the opportunity to professional tennis players from around the world to experience Thai culture and gastronomy.

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onefinestay launches luxury villa collection in Provence, France - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

onefinestay launches luxury villa collection in Provence, France - TravelDailyNews International

Leading private rental brand onefinestay has launched a new collection of high-end villas in Provence.

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WanderLuxe Destinations welcome Cayo Levantado Resort to their portfolio of luxury hotels - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

WanderLuxe Destinations welcome Cayo Levantado Resort to their portfolio of luxury hotels - TravelDailyNews International

Designed to embrace the island’s enchanting natural splendor, guest rooms take inspiration from the unique island environment and are designed to embrace natural rhythms that beckon just outside each room.

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Women take "Centre Stage" in tourism development, says UNWTO - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

Women take "Centre Stage" in tourism development, says UNWTO - TravelDailyNews International

Fifty-four per cent of the global tourism workforce is female, the gender-wage gap is lower in tourism, and the proportion of women in leadership roles is higher than in other sectors. However, much progress is still to be made. Women are still concentrat

Mar 08, 2023 Read more →
‘Choose to be courageous’: Meet the amazing woman who 'west-ish' walked around the world | Euronews euronews.com

‘Choose to be courageous’: Meet the amazing woman who 'west-ish' walked around the world | Euronews

Angela Maxwell walked around the world to prove female travellers can ‘do anything’. Here's what she learnt along the way.

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Accor pays tribute to co-founder Gérard Pélisson - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

Accor pays tribute to co-founder Gérard Pélisson - TravelDailyNews International

To honor Gérard’s legacy, Accor teams from around the world will be paying tribute to using a virtual commemoration wall.

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ROCH Ventures announces its first investment in Weski - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

ROCH Ventures announces its first investment in Weski - TravelDailyNews International

The investment by ROCH Ventures in WeSki is joining a list of industry leaders that are backing the company, including Uri Levine, Founder of Waze, Avi Meir, Founder & CEO of TravelPerk, and the Founders of FlixBus.

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FEDHASA flips the switch to future-proof the hospitality industry - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

FEDHASA flips the switch to future-proof the hospitality industry - TravelDailyNews International

The much-needed ‘Talking Energy with FEDHASA’ Summit welcomed attendees from across the Western Cape and the country. It saw two back-to-back panel discussions, namely ‘Shedding Light on Hospitality and the Public Sector’ and ‘Switching On Alternative Ene

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Ask2Travel aims to expand by automating its operations and leveraging virtual payments - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

Ask2Travel aims to expand by automating its operations and leveraging virtual payments - TravelDailyNews International

Greek agency announces the incorporation of Sabre Automation Hub and Sabre Virtual Payments into its business processes.

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Emirates recycles more than 500,000 kilograms of plastic and glass in one year - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

Emirates recycles more than 500,000 kilograms of plastic and glass in one year - TravelDailyNews International

Emirates’ Premium Economy and Economy Class range of amenity kits are complimentary for customers on long-haul flights, and feature designs that represent the four essential elements of nature – fire, water, earth, and air.

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Wego shares Ramadan booking trends for 2023 - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

Wego shares Ramadan booking trends for 2023 - TravelDailyNews International

Dubai's hospitality sector saw a strong rebound in 2022 after the COVID pandemic, with 14.36 million international visitors arriving in the emirate and daily occupancy remained over 70% throughout the year.

Mar 08, 2023 Read more →
Zamna partners with WestJet to accelerate seamless passenger check-in with global rollout of invisible digital intelligence system - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

Zamna partners with WestJet to accelerate seamless passenger check-in with global rollout of invisible digital intelligence system - TravelDailyNews International

WestJet becomes world’s first airline to accelerate seamless passenger check-in across network with Zamna integration. Rollout follows a successful pilot, which drastically reduced manual passenger document checks.

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Becoming a mother doesn't have to stop you travelling: Follow my tips to keep adventure alive | Euronews euronews.com

Becoming a mother doesn't have to stop you travelling: Follow my tips to keep adventure alive | Euronews

International Women’s Day is a good reminder for mothers to set aside time for themselves to pursue their passions.

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ITM launches Sustainability Taskforce to help business travel buyers shape responsible travel programmes - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

ITM launches Sustainability Taskforce to help business travel buyers shape responsible travel programmes - TravelDailyNews International

The initiative is driven by recognition of ITM’s pivotal role in ensuring business travel continues to be understood as a force for good and evolves sustainably to minimise negative impacts on the environment.

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Sustainable travel TMC COCO+ celebrates first anniversary od CO2 impact data powered by Vibe - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

Sustainable travel TMC COCO+ celebrates first anniversary od CO2 impact data powered by Vibe - TravelDailyNews International

First anniversary of Vibe powering CO2 data to calculate carbon impact of air, train, car hire and hotel trips for COCO+, the sustainable travel TMC launched last year. In addition, Vibe is now providing front-end search and booking technology for the com

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Women Take ‘Centre Stage’ in Tourism Development unwto.org

Women Take ‘Centre Stage’ in Tourism Development

Tourism must continue to deliver on its potential as a driver of women’s empowerment and opportunity.

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Riga Airport has handled 800,000 passengers in the first two months of the year - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

Riga Airport has handled 800,000 passengers in the first two months of the year - TravelDailyNews International

Direct passenger numbers in both February and the first two months of the year combined are almost back to the pre-pandemic level, only 4% behind the corresponding period of 2019.

Mar 08, 2023 Read more →
AmaWaterways announces two new ships for first-ever river cruises along Magdalena River in Colombia - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

AmaWaterways announces two new ships for first-ever river cruises along Magdalena River in Colombia - TravelDailyNews International

Innovative river cruise line opens reservations for groundbreaking experiences on board AmaMagdalena and AmaMelodia.

Mar 08, 2023 Read more →
Icehotel and Vidde partner to pave the way for the electric future of snowmobiling - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

Icehotel and Vidde partner to pave the way for the electric future of snowmobiling - TravelDailyNews International

In Spring 2023, Vidde will build the first prototype for the world's most durable electrified snowmobile, and it will be named Frankenstein or Frank. The plan is for the Swedish-made snowmobile to be in commercial production at the turn of 2024–2025.

Mar 08, 2023 Read more →
Travelling for work as a woman is less safe than travelling as a man say 71% of women business travellers in global survey - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

Travelling for work as a woman is less safe than travelling as a man say 71% of women business travellers in global survey - TravelDailyNews International

Women more likely to take measures to protect their safety during business travel. 31% don’t travel or go out on their own at night; 46% stay in close touch with family and friends so their whereabouts are known.

Mar 08, 2023 Read more →
ExCeL London further enhances venue safety and security through new long-term partnership with Halo Solutions - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

ExCeL London further enhances venue safety and security through new long-term partnership with Halo Solutions - TravelDailyNews International

Award-winning risk management platform, the Halo System, integrated across Royal Docks venue. Partnership also includes major incident training programme, with first session attended by 250 external contractors & personnel. Proven system already in us

Mar 08, 2023 Read more →
Live Nation Fuels Owen’s Craft Mixers Expansion To Reach Key Concert Destinations forbes.com

Live Nation Fuels Owen’s Craft Mixers Expansion To Reach Key Concert Destinations

You might have already seen Owen’s Craft Mixers at your local Walmart or Publix, or perhaps on the menu at your favorite travel destination, but get ready to see it at the most-frequented concert venues and festivals.

Mar 08, 2023 Read more →
  	Amadeus, Microsoft on the "next-gen" travel experience | PhocusWire  phocuswire.com

Amadeus, Microsoft on the "next-gen" travel experience | PhocusWire

A new report from Amadeus and Microsoft explores how a focus on purpose and context will allow the travel industry to maximize value.  

Mar 08, 2023 Read more →
  	Travelsoft aquires Travel Compositor to expand software-as-a-service | PhocusWire  phocuswire.com

Travelsoft aquires Travel Compositor to expand software-as-a-service | PhocusWire

Travelsoft says that with this acquisition it will now transact bookings worth €5 billion annually through more than 300 tour operators connected to 600 suppliers in about 40 countries. 

Mar 08, 2023 Read more →
  	ITB Berlin's return lets travel celebrate culture of connection | PhocusWire  phocuswire.com

ITB Berlin's return lets travel celebrate culture of connection | PhocusWire

Producers at events like Phocuswright Conferences have doubled down on providing networking opportunities to bring together individuals who share common interests. 

Mar 08, 2023 Read more →
  	Campsited launches company-perk program for work in nature | PhocusWire  phocuswire.com

Campsited launches company-perk program for work in nature | PhocusWire

Founded in 2014 in Dublin, Campsited says it vets properties for Wi-Fi availability and suitable working and living amenities.

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  	Google enhances AI-powered ad tool for hoteliers | PhocusWire  phocuswire.com

Google enhances AI-powered ad tool for hoteliers | PhocusWire

The updates to Google's Performance Max campaign type are intended to help hotel advertisers with different properties create unique, effective ads for each one and track the performance of the campaign by property.    

Mar 08, 2023 Read more →
  	Trip.com Group sees outbound travel demand surge | PhocusWire  phocuswire.com

Trip.com Group sees outbound travel demand surge | PhocusWire

The company says demand for outbound travel is continuing to accelerate in the first months of this year, with bookings up more than 300% compared with the same period last year.  

Mar 08, 2023 Read more →
Delta Sky Club At LAX Now Offers Freshly Made Gelato In 60 Seconds forbes.com

Delta Sky Club At LAX Now Offers Freshly Made Gelato In 60 Seconds

With three new machines that whip up made-to-order gelato in under a minute, Delta's Los Angeles Sky Club is now the crème de la crème of airport lounges. Plus, there's a vegan option!

Mar 08, 2023 Read more →
Channel Resort Living In The Center Of Lisbon At The Tivoli Avenida Liberdade forbes.com

Channel Resort Living In The Center Of Lisbon At The Tivoli Avenida Liberdade

The iconic 90-year-old property is attracting a new traveler to the bustling city of Lisbon.

Mar 07, 2023 Read more →
Notre Dame Expected to Reopen to Visitors next Year travelandleisure.com

Notre Dame Expected to Reopen to Visitors next Year

Paris' famous Notre Dame cathedral is expected to welcome visitors by the end of 2024.

Mar 07, 2023 Read more →
Getting an Uber at the Airport Is About to Get Easier and More Efficient — Here’s How travelandleisure.com

Getting an Uber at the Airport Is About to Get Easier and More Efficient — Here’s How

Uber is making the plane-to-car experience a little smoother by rolling out step-by-step directions and timed walking estimates to help travelers get to their ride.

Mar 07, 2023 Read more →
Panama’s Hotel La Compañía appoints new Director of Sales & Marketing - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

Panama’s Hotel La Compañía appoints new Director of Sales & Marketing - TravelDailyNews International

At Hotel La Compañía, Anya Buitrago will be responsible for managing all sales and marketing strategies, tactics, and promotions to strategically generate awareness and sales across audiences within the luxury travel, leisure, culinary, wellness, meetings

Mar 07, 2023 Read more →
First Hospitality appoints Christina Santarelli-Foster to Vice President of Marketing - TravelDailyNews International traveldailynews.com

First Hospitality appoints Christina Santarelli-Foster to Vice President of Marketing - TravelDailyNews International

In her new role, Santarelli-Foster is a key member of the First Hospitality senior leadership team responsible for driving marketing strategies and overseeing the deployment and management of all marketing efforts for a growing team that supports a portfo

Mar 07, 2023 Read more →

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