[unable to retrieve full-text content]Vietnam is seeking to promote more of its beloved national cuisine to international tourists, according to a project announced by the Việt Nam Culinary Culture Association (VCCA). Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Pegasus Airlines Vice-Chairperson of the Board (Managing Director) Mehmet Tevfik Nane has assumed his duties as Chair of the IATA Board of Governors (BoG) for a one-year term, effective from the conclusion of the 78th IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Doha, Qatar on 21 June. Nane is the 80th chair of the IATA BoG. He has served … [Read more...]

Greece confirmed 7,682 new coronavirus infections in the last 24 hours, the National Public Health Organization (EODY) said on Monday, bringing all confirmed infections since the pandemic began to 3,624,556 (daily change: +0.2 pct), ANA reports. There are also 12 fatalities recorded in the last 24 hours, bringing the total of pandemic victims to 30,190. Of these, 95.7 pct had an underlying … [Read more...]

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis met on Monday with visiting European Commission Executive Vice-President Margrethe Vestager at Maximos Mansion, government headquarters, in Athens, ANA reports. They discussed the upcoming formal end of Greece's enhanced surveillance status and the progress achieved in several sectors in recent years, as well as protecting healthy competition, Europe's … [Read more...]

[unable to retrieve full-text content]With a guest experience that is constantly evolving, Singita is embarking on a journey to transform its existing boutique and gallery (B&G) concept to celebrate Africa’s growing status as a place of artistic renown. The first art gallery space was piloted at Singita Sabi Sand earlier this year with a second opening at Singita Kruger National Park, in July … [Read more...]

[unable to retrieve full-text content]Boutique hotel tastemaker The Pavilions Madrid has teamed up with one of the Spanish capital’s hippest new neighbourhood restaurants, Bar Tomate, to create a ‘Dine & Dream’ package that perfectly pairs its contemporary art-infused accommodation with a special menu of modern Madrilenian cuisine. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]

[unable to retrieve full-text content]Langham Hospitality has unveiled The Langham, Gold Coast, the first luxury hotel with direct beach access on Australia’s globally-renowned Gold Coast in over three decades. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]

[unable to retrieve full-text content]To mark the United Nation’s Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSME) Day, and the vital role these enterprises play in post-pandemic recovery, Emirates is empowering MSMEs to seek growth opportunities with an attractive incentive for new members who enrol into the Emirates Business Rewards programme. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]

[unable to retrieve full-text content]The Plaza Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, has unveiled the details of four large-scale projects that will transform and reimagine its historic Main Street façade, including its porte-cochère, into a one-of-a-kind destination for cocktails, gaming, and dining. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]

[unable to retrieve full-text content]A&K Travel Group has acquired the luxury cruise vessels Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony. The two ships will resume service in 2023 after undergoing extensive refurbishment and will operate under the “Crystal Cruises” brand that has also been acquired by A&K Travel Group. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]

[unable to retrieve full-text content]Delta says it is harnessing technology via a commitment with IBM to identify unconscious bias in its advertising, the latest step its efforts to reflect diversity and pursue equity in advertising and marketing campaigns. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]

[unable to retrieve full-text content]Emirates Holidays is offering UAE travellers the chance to plan their well-deserved getaways this summer, lining up attractive packages for a stress-free stay in some of the most stunning resorts across the Maldives, Mauritius, Thailand and Bali, with a variety of offers to choose from for families, couples looking for a romantic retreat, and those who just … [Read more...]

[unable to retrieve full-text content]Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will resume direct passenger flights between Abu Dhabi and Beijing from 29 June 2022, becoming the first regular direct international passenger flight to recommence for Beijing, under the latest mandate of the Joint Prevention and Control Mechanism of the State Council. Source: … [Read more...]

[unable to retrieve full-text content]Uganda Tourism Board in partnership with the Uganda High Commission in Kigali showcased Uganda’s tourism potential during the 26th Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2022 in Kigali, Rwanda under the theme ‘’Delivering A Common Future: Connecting, Innovation, and Transforming.’’ Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]

[unable to retrieve full-text content]Qatar Airways and Airlink have signed a comprehensive codeshare agreement to offer travellers more choices, enhanced services and greater connectivity between 45 destinations in 13 countries across southern Africa and the rest of the world. Source: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]

Same-sex encounters, especially between men, were common in Greece but that isn’t flying now after a short film showed two men going at it at the Parthenon, where 150 cameras will be installed for surveillance. The scene was shot in December and set off outrage when it was released online, leading to an investigation by the Culture Ministry. It was also shown at the Aristotle University of … [Read more...]

Greece confirmed 9,294 new coronavirus cases in the last 24 hours, the National Public Health Organization (EODY) said on Sunday, bringing all confirmed infections since the pandemic began to 3,616,874 (daily change: 0.2 pct), ANA reports.There are also 13 fatalities recorded in the last 24 hours, bringing the total of pandemic victims to 30,178. Of these, 95.7 pct had an underlying condition … [Read more...]

The General Secretariat for Greeks Abroad & Public Diplomacy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the 1st Hellenic Medical Diaspora World Congress will take place July 15-17 in Thessaloniki. The Hellenic Medical Diaspora World Congress, under the auspices of the Ministry of Interior (Sector Macedonia – Thrace), includes two parallel conferences: The Aristotle Medical Forum, organized … [Read more...]

The demand for Greece as a tourist destination remains high for the current season at the international markets, something that is certified by the programmed air seats for the next two weeks at all Greek airports, ANA reports.The vice president of the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels Christina Tetradi speaking to Athens Macedonian News Agency expressed her optimism over the development of this tourism … [Read more...]

[unable to retrieve full-text content]Celebrity Cruises, the leader in relaxed luxury cruising, is celebrating its complete 15-ship fleet comeback with Celebrity Infinity setting sail for the Caribbean from Fort Lauderdale’s Port Everglades.  The milestone sailing marks not only the ship’s first sailing in 881 days, but the full return of all 63 ships in the parent-company Royal Caribbean … [Read more...]