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The Manchester at Lexington, KY opens this Spring - TravelDailyNews International

The hotel boasts 125 guest rooms, a bespoke bottle shop and a spirited lobby bar and lounge alongside two unique dining and drinking spaces.

Speed networking events generate over $650m. in revenue for Small Businesses supplying tourism sector, says E. Bartlett - TravelDailyNews International

This year, nearly 150 participants registered, representing tourism entities, suppliers and HR Managers.

Paolino Capri comes to Hotel Eden, Rome this Spring - TravelDailyNews International

Il Giardino Ristorante has been transformed with plants and table centrepieces using lemons, aromatic herbs and handcrafted ceramics from the island, resulting in an authentic and immersive experience, with an exceptional view over Rome.

Cirium announces partnership with EDIfly and AeroCRS to more widely distribute schedules data - TravelDailyNews International

The partnership ensures that airline flight information will always be consistent and updated in all 3rd party distribution channels and reservations systems at the same time.

First Hospitality adds Hyatt Place Champaign/Urbana, Il, to groing portfolio - TravelDailyNews International

Featuring 145 guest rooms, the Hyatt Place Champaign/Urbana is located in downtown Champaign just minutes from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

Scandinavian Airlines: SAS Relaunches Flights To Tokyo, Japan

From June, Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) will resume flights to Tokyo as part of a summer route expansion by the airline.

ChatGPT-4 Is Planning Your Next Trip, But It May Take A While

The future of travel booking will undoubtedly involve generative AI, such as ChatGPT, where if your plane runs late, the whole system could easily update car rental and hotel reservations—but there are drawbacks and we're not there yet.

Tourism Built On Disasters Is More Prevalent Than You’d Imagine

Whether it's divers exploring underwater shipwrecks or impressive cathedrals built to ward off catastrophic plagues, disasters shape the tourist landscape much more than we realise.

Eggshells—Not Bones—Reveal The Existence Of Previously Unknown Extinct Birds

A previously unknown species of elephant bird was recently discovered on the northeastern side of Madagascar and was identified solely from its ancient eggshells

23 Amazing Photos Winners Of World Nature Photography Awards

From the furry to the tender and the scary, the images of nature that won these photo competition awards capture spectacular moment of life on our precious planet.

A Beloved Philadelphia Attraction Will Be ‘Dark’ For The Next Eight Months, But There Are Still Ways To See It

Boathouse Row won't be lit up at night for eight months. But you can still experience it during the day.

Ex-Norwegian Air Boeing 787 Dreamliners Hit Scrap Heap After Just Ten Years

A pair of Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners once operated by budget carrier Norwegian Airlines are being scraped after just 10 years.

China Is Fully Reopening For Tourism. Here Are The Latest Details

On March 15, 2023, China began issuing visas in all categories for foreigners.

Concert Tourism Is Thriving: Fans Travel To Celebrate Taylor Swift’s Kickoff To The Eras Tour

Fans travel from far and wide to see Taylor Swift's triumphant return to the stage for The Eras Tour in Glendale, Arizona, which was ceremoniously renamed Swift City for the tour's opening weekend.

Ranked: The 20 Happiest Countries In The World

An annual report ranks the world's happiest countries. (Guess where the U.S. ranks?)

UNWTO Launch Women in Tech Startup Competition: Middle East

UNWTO has launched a new Startup Competition to support women tourism tech entrepreneurs and innovators across the Middle East.

Milan Bergamo welcomes second direct connection to UAE - TravelDailyNews International

Already set to increase to a daily flight from 18 April, flydubai’s services, which will operate in codeshare with Emirates, will provide Milan Bergamo’s passengers with more connections to several new Asian, African, American, and Australian destinations

MarketHub Europe by Hotelbeds to debate the future of travel - TravelDailyNews International

In addition to the conference programme, there is also a trade show arena and significant networking opportunities.

UNWTO launch Women in Tech Startup Competition: Middle East - TravelDailyNews International

Applications close at the end of July 2023 and the winners will be announced at the Tourism Tech Adventure (TTA), to be held on World Tourism Day (27 September Riyadh, Saudi Arabia).

Skytrax World Airport Awards: Singapore Changi Airport is the world’s best airport for 2023 - TravelDailyNews International

Singapore Changi Airport has been named as the World’s Best Airport in 2023 in the World Airport Awards held at Passenger Terminal EXPO in Amsterdam on 15th March 2023. Changi […]

CarTrawler continues North American expansion by partnering with new US Carrier, Avelo Airlines - TravelDailyNews International

Through integrating CarTrawler’s SmartBlock technology, Avelo’s customers will have more of a personalized experience when shopping for car rentals.

P&O Cruises to name new ship in Barbados - TravelDailyNews International

The first-ever naming of a cruise ship in the Caribbean will feature the world’s largest bottle of rum for the traditional bottle smash.

Hostaway achieves first ‘triple crown’ of recognition from Airbnb, Booking.com & Vrbo - TravelDailyNews International

The announcement comes hot off the launch of Airbnb’s new ‘Preferred Plus’ status to software providers, which has only been awarded to a select few companies.

New Opening: Mamula Island, a Renovated Montenegrin Fortress - TravelDailyNews International

Rest, reenergize, and indulge at Mamula Island.

Hyatt to expand Inclusive Collection’s brand footprint in the Caribbean - TravelDailyNews International

Sunscape Resorts & Spas brand poised for significant growth by adding nearly 2,000 rooms expected in 2023.

ITA Airways increases connections from Brazil to Italy - TravelDailyNews International

11 weekly round trip flights between São Paolo and Rome Fiumicino. A new advertising campaign to promote nonstop flights between the two countries.

Walks and Devour Tours, part of City Experiences, annouce new oneof-a-kind experiental offerings across Europe - TravelDailyNews International

Rapidly expanding its diverse portfolio of tour experiences in European destinations like Dublin, Amsterdam, Spain, France, London, and more, City Experiences delivers unmatched explorations of major cultural sites, lesser-known haunts, family-run eaterie

Registration opens for the ASUTIL Conference 2023, managed by TFWA - TravelDailyNews International

The event will begin on Wednesday 7th June with three conference sessions between 09:00 and 12:30. 

UFI strengthens Marketing & Communications team with Noor Shalghen and Molly Thornberg - TravelDailyNews International

Noor Shalghen joined UFI as Marketing & Communications Coordinator. Molly Thornberg joined UFI as Social Media & Media Relations Coordinator.

New research reveals every state's favorite U.S vacation - TravelDailyNews International

Las Vegas is officially the most popular vacation in America, especially in Western states. New York City is the second most popular vacation destination in the country, followed by Miami. San Diego and Chicago round out the top five.

Aena's airlines have scheduled 4.4% more seats for this summer season compared to the pre-pandemic summer (2019) - TravelDailyNews International

The airports with the highest increases in their summer schedules are Vitoria (+96%), San Sebastián (+51%), Zaragoza (+48%), Asturias (+36%), Santiago-Rosalía de Castro (+35%), Salamanca (+34%), Vigo (+26%), Menorca (+24%), Valencia (+24%) and Seve Balles

Cirium reveals the European countries recovering fastest from the pandemic - TravelDailyNews International

Only two European countries saw last year’s departures exceed pre-pandemic levels - Albania (18%) and Bosnia and Herzegovina (14%).

Travel managers weigh in on Business Travel’s Outlook for 2023 - TravelDailyNews International

New report from GBTA and Spotnana reveals travel manager sentiment on post-pandemic recovery, changing priorities, economic risks, and balancing cost savings and the traveler experience.

Portugal Golden Visa: Your key to living and investing in Europe - TravelDailyNews International

To apply for a Portugal Golden Visa, you need to meet the program's investment requirements.

Want to move to Italy? These are the jobs that are most likely to get you a work permit in 2023 | Euronews

Italy has announced its work permit quota for this year. Here’s which industries are being targeted.

Secret Greece: Picturesque stone villages and olive oil with health benefits | Euronews

Discover a lesser known side of Greece, away from the beaches and holiday hotspots, where agrotourism and sustainability are flourishing.

Already been to London, Paris and Berlin? Make these underrated cities your next stop | Euronews

Want a city break without the crowds? Why not give these 'second cities' a go.

What is sleep tourism? The hotels offering pillow menus and a sleep concierge | Euronews

This year, ‘sleep tourism’ is on the rise and travellers are increasingly focusing their holidays on getting some quality shut eye.

Ouigo, Avlo and Lumo: These cheap European train companies are competing with budget airlines | Euronews

Budget railway companies are taking on the budget airlines - minus the carbon emissions.

Pantheon: You will soon have to pay to enter Rome's best preserved ancient monument | Euronews

Visitors will have to start paying to enter the Pantheon but which of Rome’s best tourist attractions will still be free?

Italy, Greece, Spain: The latest COVID rules if you test positive while travelling in Europe | Euronews

Some European countries still require people who test positive for COVID to self isolate for 10 days.

Cobbled streets, homegrown treats and all-year heat: Foodies will love this Spanish island | Euronews

With year-round sunshine, Gran Canaria is hard to beat for a European break.

This U.K. Airport Is Ditching Carry-on Liquid Rules

Teesside International Airport in Northern England became the first UK airport to eliminate 3.4 ounce liquid rules — and others are expected to follow.

Finland Just Wants You to Be Happy — and the Country Is Hosting a Free Master Class to Prove It

Finland is teaching a "Masterclass of Happiness" to 10 lucky travelers for free.

This Airport Was Just Ranked No. 1 in the World by Skytrax

Singapore Changi Airport was voted the top airport in the world by Skytrax this year.

Aruba Is Hiring for the 'Easiest Job in the World' — and It Comes With a Week in Paradise

The Aruba Tourism Authority is looking for a weather person to take over its social feeds.

UNWTO Hosts Tourism Data Workshop for Asia and the Pacific Members in Nepal | UNWTO

See Ryanair's Clever Comeback to a Passenger Complaint in Hilarious Twitter Exchange

Low-cost European airline Ryanair had quite the Twitter comeback for a passenger who complained about legroom this week.