It’s been an exciting couple of months for Weeva as momentum gathers around the new digital sustainability management platform built FOR the tourism industry, BY the tourism industry.In April, MD Julie Cheetham and Sustainability Content and Support Lead Nwabisa Mjoli were delighted to accept Weeva’s first Responsible Tourism Award for “Addressing Climate Change” at WTM Africa. The new, disruptive … [Περισσότερα...]
OurAfrica.Travel Gives Back and Announces 2024 Dates
OurAfricaTravel organisers Storm Napier and Allie Hunt The success of the 2023 edition, held in February was due in no small part to the collaboration of various industry partners, including Wetu, ATTA, The Africa Hub, Nightsbridge, Atmosphere Marketing, Inspirational Places and Umlingo Travel PR. This spirit of ubuntu and partnership is what makes this virtual show such a success, in addition to … [Περισσότερα...]
Start your summer with a splash with Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways is welcoming the summer break with cooler prices and the SUMMERSPLASH promotional code offering a 20% discount on tickets in both Economy and Business. Whether traveling with families or friends or solo, all guests booking their tickets between 12 and 14 June can enjoy a 20% discount to different destinations across Etihad’s network, to travel between 1 July and 30 September … [Περισσότερα...]
Citymax Hotels’ near-100 percent occupancy rates “aren’t surprising,” says CEO
Citymax Hotels has started the year strong, claiming occupancy rates close to 100 percent in parts of the emirate. Accoridng to the CEO, “that’s not new or surprising.” Raja Rana has led the company since 2019, leaving his post as CEO of Radisson in South Asia in doing so. CEO Rana attributes the brand’s success to its strategic and steady approach to expansion, designed to ensure that every … [Περισσότερα...]
Saudi Arabia announces US$500M E-Sports City in Riyadh
Saudi Arabia is planning to spend up to half a billion dollars building its own city dedicated solely to the gaming industry. The Esports City will be within Riyadh and will be completed by next year.The development was announced by Mohammed AlQahtani, the CEO of Saudi Arabia Holding Co – one of the Kingdom’s major private equity firms. The e-sports city is expected to attract major e-sports teams … [Περισσότερα...]
Issam Kazim wants to convert Dubai’s tourists into full-time residents
Dubai Economy and Tourism (DET) CEO Issam Kazim has told the emirate’s hospitality leaders he wants to convert holiday-makers into residents. Speaking at DET’s latest City Briefing, held at Dubai World Trade Centre on Thursday June 15, Kazim said: “Today we have two new KPIs. We want to make sure Dubai continues to be one of the best cities to work in, and more importantly, one of the best cities … [Περισσότερα...]
Dubrovnik: Here’s how to escape the crowds in Europe’s most overtouristed city
The southern Croatian city is planning a luggage drop-off system to reduce the noise of wheel-along suitcases. I’m standing in the heart of Dubrovnik in one of its many narrow alleys where honey-hued palaces give shade from the sun.I should be admiring the ornate stone carvings of the Renaissance buildings and the simplicity of the tiny chapel at the end of the street.Instead, I’m crushed … [Περισσότερα...]
Graduation Day for the Class of 2023 at Saint Demetrios School in Astoria
His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America sent a targeted message to the community of St. Demetrios in Astoria, during the graduation ceremony for the class of 2023, which took place on June 9, in the community’s Petros G. Patrides Cultural Center. His Eminence, who was among those present along with Chancellor for the Direct Archdiocesan District Fr. Ilias Villis, praised the important role … [Περισσότερα...]
Chasing waterfalls, lakes and lagoons: Here are 9 of Europe’s most stunning bodies of water
Lake Bled and Como make the list of course, but there are many secret springs and rivers to discover too. If the start of summer has got you craving a lush body of water to cool off in, there are countless kinds to discover.Europe is home to a rich and intricate network of rivers, lakes, waterfalls and natural pools, from the spectacular to the calmly trickling.So many holidays, experiences … [Περισσότερα...]
Car sales rise 5.6% in Greece during May
Car sales grew 5.6% in May totaling 22,877 vehicles (new or used ones), from 21,665 in the corresponding month last year, Hellenic Statistical Authority said on Tuesday, ANA reports. New car sales totaled 13,820 in May, up 7.7% from May 2022. In the five-month period from January to May, car sales totaled 89,885, up 13.8% from the same period last year, with new car sales growing 29.5% to 61,685 … [Περισσότερα...]
Greek employers very optimistic over employment outlook during Q3
Greek employers are very optimistic over the employment outlook for the third quarter of 2023, with 35% of employers saying they expected an increase in hirings, 47% expecting no change and 15% expecting a decline, a survey by ManpowerGroup said on Tuesday, ANA reports. The survey carried out on a sample of 510 employers, said that employment prospects will rise by 8% in the third quarter from the … [Περισσότερα...]
Women of Zalongo play impresses audience at HB Playwrights Theatre in NY
Women of Zalongo, an original play by Maria Cominis about the ongoing struggle of women for autonomy, impressed the audience in the HB Residency workshop presentation which included three performances at the HB Playwrights Theatre in New York City, June 9-10. The workshop was presented under the auspices of the Consulate General of Greece in New York. The play is inspired by the playwright’s Greek … [Περισσότερα...]
Greek capital of Athens in top 10 of world's most attractive destinations for conferences
Athens was ranked 8th in the world ranking for conference tourism for 2022, according to the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), climbing a total of eight places from 2019, ANA reports. Therefore, the Greek capital is now included in the top 10 of the world's most attractive destinations for events and meetings. The announcement was made in the context of the IMEX Frankfurt … [Περισσότερα...]
Bioluminescent kayaking and nesting turtles: 5 reasons to visit Florida this summer
From Jurassic Park to fine dining, Florida’s coastline has a lot to offer this summer. Now that summer is in full-swing, so too is the sea turtle nesting season in Florida, US.As the days get warmer, the nesting activity of loggerheads, green turtles, and leatherbacks is increasing along the Gulf and Atlantic Coasts.But sea turtles aren’t the only reason to visit the ‘Sunshine State’ this … [Περισσότερα...]
FUERTEVENTURA BECOMES THE FOURTH CANARY ISLAND ON BA EUROFLYER’S ROUTE MAP
BA Euroflyer, the wholly owned Gatwick-based subsidiary of British Airways, has added Fuerteventura to its route map. Launching on 2 November 2023, Fuerteventura will join Tenerife, Lanzarote and Gran Canaria as the fourth Canary Island served by the short-haul airline. Flights will operate twice weekly on Thursdays and Sundays during the winter season on a mix of A320 and A321 aircraft. A third … [Περισσότερα...]
Marriott International Continues Expansion of Protea Hotels by Marriott With Five New Deal Signings
From the Africa Hospitality Investment Forum in Nairobi, Marriott International announced five deal signings in Africa under its Protea Hotels by Marriott brand. The signed projects reinforce the company’s commitment to expanding its presence across the continent and highlight the demand for the Protea Hotels by Marriott brand. “Protea Hotels by Marriott has a long-established legacy in Africa, … [Περισσότερα...]
Hyatt To Debut Thompson Hotels Brand In Italy With Thompson Rome
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a franchise agreement with Botteghe Oscure s.r.l., a company affiliated with AG Group s.r.l., for the first Thompson Hotels property in Italy with Thompson Rome. Expected to open by mid-2024 in the heart of the Italian capital, the 70-room luxury lifestyle hotel will be the brand’s second property in Europe, joining … [Περισσότερα...]
Investment of 11 million euros for green hydrogen production in Crete island
A consortium of businesses and technological, and scientific bodies led by the Eunice group announced an investment of 11 million euros for the construction of a hub for the production and distribution of green hydrogen in Atherinolakkos, Crete, ANA reports. The Crete Aegean hydrogen valley project is in the planning phase and must be followed by licensing, which is one of the challenges of the … [Περισσότερα...]
Spooky Fun and Merry Magic Await Disney Cruise Line Guests – Fall 2024
The fun of fall and winter holidays will meet the magic of Disney Cruise Line in late 2024 with the return of Halloween on the High Seas and Very Merrytime Cruises. With rare itineraries to Hawaii and the South Pacific and more opportunities to visit Disney’s newest island destination in The Bahamas, families will have the chance to experience the fall seasons at sea in new and exciting … [Περισσότερα...]
The Hotel Nikko Bali Beach is Trusted by the Mother Turtle to Lay Their Eggs for the 3rd time
On a fine morning, one of the pool attendants who was on duty at Hotel Nikko Bali Benoa Beach saw a turtle’s footprints in the sand. He traced it and brought him to some eggs that were not perfectly covered by the sand. After checking more carefully, it was confirmed that the mother turtle had just laid her eggs a few hours before sunrise. To ensure safety until the eggs hatch, the pool guard and … [Περισσότερα...]
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