Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, in partnership with Alesayi Holding, a leader in the Saudi Arabian real estate market with a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial units, has announced plans for the opening of a new hotel and residences development, Abraj Omar Hotel & Residences Makkah – MGallery Collection, located in the heart of the … [Περισσότερα...]
Marriott International and Al Qimmah Hospitality Sign Agreement to Open a JW Marriott Hotel Jeddah
Marriott International, Inc. and Al Qimmah Hospitality (a subsidiary of BinDawood Trading) today announced the signing of an agreement to introduce the JW Marriott brand in Jeddah. Situated on the Jeddah Corniche, JW Marriott Hotel Jeddah is anticipated to be a haven for travelers who seek a luxury escape to the waterfront destination, paired with exceptional … [Περισσότερα...]
Accor spearheads hospitality expansion throughout Saudi Arabia
The Group is set to maintain and build on Its leading position in the Kingdom, boasting over 25,000 rooms open and in the pipeline across a diverse range of brands from Economy to Lifestyle and Luxury, including branded residences, the portfolio will be further enriched with the growth of its existing brands and the debut of new brands such as Tribe and … [Περισσότερα...]
May Day strikes in Greece: Public transportation disruptions and Syntagma Metro station closure
Public transport workers will participate in the strikes that will take place on May 1 (Holy Wednesday) with stoppages, ANA reports.Transport workers demand collective deals with real wage increases, the recruitment of permanent staff to fill all vacancies and the abolition of all anti-labor provisions. Metro and tramThe Athens Metro lines 1, 2, and 3 (including the electric train) and trams will … [Περισσότερα...]
Bank of Greece report: More than 30 million tourists visit the country during 2023
Based on final data by the Bank of Greece, the balance of travel services in 2023 posted a surplus of €18,162.0 million, up by 15.3% from a surplus of €15,751.5 million in 2022. This development was due to a larger increase in travel receipts (up by €2,917.5 million or 16.5%) than in travel payments (up by €507.0 million or 26.3%) - Chart 1. The year-on-year rise in travel receipts was driven by a … [Περισσότερα...]
Dreaming of eating at a Michelin-starred restaurant? These are the most affordable places to do it
A new study has found that many of the most expensive Michelin-starred restaurants worldwide are in Europe - but there are affordable options on the continent too. If you’re a foodie, you likely have a visit to a Michelin Star restaurant on your bucket list. However, many of them are prohibitively expensive for most of us.Since its launch 124 years ago in France, the Michelin Guide has … [Περισσότερα...]
Radisson Hotel Group accelerates expansion strategy in Saudi Arabia
Radisson Hotel Group continues to intensify its efforts in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, aligning with the Saudi 2030 vision for hospitality. Building on a robust five-year expansion and transformation plan, the Group aims to establish itself as the preferred brand for owners, partners, and guests by strengthening its presence in major and secondary cities … [Περισσότερα...]
Rua Al Madinah Holding Signs Agreement With Hilton To Open Three Hotels At Rua Al Madinah Project
Rua Al Madinah Holding has signed an agreement with Hilton to open three hotels comprising of over 1600 keys at Rua Al Madinah mega-project, including Conrad Rua Al Madinah, DoubleTree by Hilton Rua Al Madinah, and Hilton Garden Inn Rua Al Madinah. Located at the area east of Al Masjid Al Nabawai, the Prophet’s Mosque, Rua Al Madinah aims to create a … [Περισσότερα...]
Hyatt Announces the Opening of Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata
Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today the grand opening of Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata, marking the exciting expansion of the Hyatt Centric brand into the City of Joy. Debuting in association with Mukti Projects Limited, the hotel seamlessly blends the rich culture of Ballygunge with a true lifestyle hotel experience. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Περισσότερα...]
Avelo Airlines Celebrates Third Anniversary
Avelo Airlines is celebrating the third anniversary of its first flight from Los Angeles’ Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) to the Bay Area’s Sonoma County Airport (STS). When Avelo took flight on April 28, 2021, it became the first new airline in the U.S. in nearly 15 years – introducing a new era of affordable, convenient, and reliable air service for millions … [Περισσότερα...]
Luxury Atelier Maison Happiness (LAMH) partners with Shiji
Luxury Atelier Maison Happiness (LAMH) is proud to unveil a groundbreaking business model designed to foster profitability and accelerate revenue growth, while setting new benchmarks in the luxury industry. Under the visionary leadership of Deepak Ohri, LAMH is revolutionizing luxury experiences, aligning them with the human spirit and driving substantial … [Περισσότερα...]
Cheval Collection checks in to Dubai’s Expo City under Middle East expansion
Cheval Collection’s newest property in the Middle East – Cheval Maison - Expo City Dubai – will open in early 2025 as part of the UK-based, award-winning, hospitality company’s expansion in the region. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Περισσότερα...]
“With Women’s Eyes”: a new Suncruise forum in Cadiz highlights women’s vision for blue tourism
The annual event “With Women’s Eyes. The Vision of Blue Tourism” held a new edition, in this case in the city of Cadiz, where leading professionals in the tourism and port sector met to discuss the relevance of women in these areas of great economic and social importance. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Περισσότερα...]
Aer Lingus continues to soar with return to Minneapolis-St. Paul
Aer Lingus is flying high today, as the newly returned Minneapolis St. Paul (MSP) route takes off from Dublin Airport for the first time since it was paused in March 2020. This restart marks the full restoration of the airline’s pre-pandemic North American network, offering British customers access to even more US gateways. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Περισσότερα...]
PriceTravel Holding strengthens its commitment to efficiency and scalability by joining HEDNA
PriceTravel Holding, one of the biggest travel companies in Latin America, announces that it has been officially accepted as a member of the prestigious Hotel Electronic Distribution Association (HEDNA), an opportunity for the travel group to strengthen its commitment to efficiency and scalability and consolidate its position in the hotel industry. Source: … [Περισσότερα...]
New Developments on the Horizon for Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana
After the devastation of back-to-back hurricanes in 2020, Lake Charles is now welcoming a wave of new developments that will redefine its tourism landscape. Several projects are slated to debut as early as this summer. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Περισσότερα...]
PHILIPPINES RECEIVES 2 MILLION INTERNATIONAL VISITORS
The Philippines has already received over two million international visitors this month, the Department of Tourism (DOT) reported on Wednesday Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Περισσότερα...]
Dex Squared and Absolute Hotel Services Form Strategic Partnership for MENA Portfolio Expansion
Dubai-based Dex Squared, a pioneering hotel management firm, and international hospitality management group Absolute Hotel Services (AHS) have signed a strategic agreement to form a joint venture in the Middle East and Africa. The new entity, AHS Middle East & Africa (AHS MEA), will operate new AHS-branded properties across the region. Source: … [Περισσότερα...]
Radisson Hotel Group accelerates expansion strategy in Saudi Arabia with focus on holy cities
Radisson Hotel Group continues to intensify its efforts in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, aligning with the Saudi 2030 vision for hospitality. Building on a robust five-year expansion and transformation plan, the Group aims to establish itself as the preferred brand for owners, partners, and guests by strengthening its presence in major and secondary cities … [Περισσότερα...]
Champs-Élysées set to turn into huge picnic site: Here’s how to get involved
The event on Paris’s Champs-Élysées is open to all - but only 4,000 people will win access to the giant picnic. It’s one of the most famous - and well-trodden - streets in the world and now the Champs-Élysées is set to welcome delighted visitors for an entirely unique event.On Sunday 26 May, the Parisian avenue will transform into an enormous picnic site, hosting 4,000 residents of the French … [Περισσότερα...]