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Step into the Jurassic World with TUI Musement’s Global Dinosaur Experiences

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(IN SHORT) As anticipation builds for the next Jurassic World film, TUI Musement has assembled a suite of dinosaur-themed travel experiences across Europe and Asia. Highlights include London’s Natural History Museum with its iconic T-rex and Triceratops relics; Thailand’s Krabi region, whose dramatic landscapes served as film backdrops; Mallorca’s Dinosaurland, featuring over 100 life-sized models… Read the full news article

Emerging Eastern European Destinations Lead Growth in Amadeus & UN Tourism’s Travel Insights 2025

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(IN SHORT) Travel Insights 2025: Focus on Europe, co-published by Amadeus and UN Tourism, reveals that emerging markets in Central and Eastern Europe—led by Azerbaijan’s 26 percent year-on-year growth in air bookings—are gaining traction among international travelers. While traditional leaders like Spain, the U.K., Italy, France, and Germany continue to dominate (accounting for 71 percent… Read the full news article

Amadeus Integrates AI Chatbot into Demand360 and Automates RFP Responses in MeetingBroker

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(IN SHORT) Amadeus, in partnership with Microsoft and leveraging OpenAI’s Azure platform, is rolling out two AI-driven enhancements to its Hospitality products. The first embeds Amadeus Advisor Chat into Demand360, granting hotel teams instant, tailored insights based on data from 44,000 hotels and 35 million short-term rentals. Advisor Chat users have already reclaimed significant analyst… Read the full news article

Amadeus and Hospitality Alliance Team Up to Upskill Youth for Global Travel Careers

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(IN SHORT) Amadeus and the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance are expanding their alliance to scale the Employability Program, which delivers digital and hospitality training to underprivileged youth. Launched in April with a 200-person pilot in four Indian cities in partnership with Kherwadi, the program pairs theoretical instruction with placements at local and global hotel brands…. Read the full news article

Mandarin Oriental and Pantone Debut Custom Celadon Green to Redefine Brand Experience

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(IN SHORT) Mandarin Oriental and the Pantone Color Institute have created Mandarin Oriental Celadon Green, a bespoke hue inspired by ancient celadon ceramics. This new signature colour forms the cornerstone of Mandarin Oriental’s refreshed brand identity, marrying the group’s Asian craftsmanship heritage with a modern, calming aesthetic. Announced on 18 June 2025, the launch features… Read the full news article

Discover Airlines Flyers and Cologne Region Passengers Can Now Book Lufthansa’s Door-to-Door Luggage Service

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(IN SHORT) Lufthansa, in collaboration with Airportr, has expanded its door-to-door luggage collection and check-in service to passengers traveling by train from Cologne and Siegburg/Bonn to Frankfurt Airport. Discover Airlines flyers may now also book the streamlined experience in both Frankfurt and Cologne. Passengers simply schedule home or hotel pick-ups up to 36 hours before… Read the full news article

Lufthansa Tops Skytrax Awards as World’s Most Family-Friendly Airline and Best First Class Lounge

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(IN SHORT) At the Paris Air Show, Lufthansa was voted the world’s most family-friendly airline and its First Class Terminal in Frankfurt was named the world’s best First Class lounge by Skytrax, based on a survey of 22.3 million passengers. Austrian Airlines won “Best Airline Staff in Europe” and Eurowings secured “Best Low Cost Airline… Read the full news article

Airbus Adopts Lufthansa’s SAF-Backed Corporate Fare to Offset Business-Flight Emissions

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(IN SHORT) Starting 1 June, Airbus has adopted Lufthansa Group’s “Sustainable Corporate Value Fare” for all domestic German flights taken by its employees, enabling partial CO₂ offsetting via Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The fare, which can cover up to 30 percent of calculated emissions, complements Lufthansa’s broader suite of tailored corporate green travel solutions, including… Read the full news article

MMPRC Delegation Highlights Maldives’ Investment-Ready Appeal in New York

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(IN SHORT) At the New York Tourism forum on 16 June 2025, MMPRC and the Maldives’ UN Mission presented the archipelago as a prime destination for strategic industry partnerships. The delegation—led by Abdulla Ghiyas Riyaz and Ibrahim Shiuree and attended by Special Envoy Dr Mohammed Waheed Hassan—used the platform to highlight the Maldives’ economic progress… Read the full news article

Marriott Unveils Plans for 50+ New African Hotels and Entry into Five New Countries

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(IN SHORT) Marriott International plans to bolster its African presence with 50+ new hotels (9,000+ rooms) by 2027, entering five new markets: Cape Verde, Côte d’Ivoire, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Madagascar and Mauritania. The expansion emphasizes select-service brands—Protea Hotels by Marriott and Four Points by Sheraton—alongside conversions constituting over 30% of the pipeline. North… Read the full news article

Masterpieces & the Mediterranean: Exclusive Art Encounters Aboard The Ritz-Carlton Superyacht

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(IN SHORT) Masterpieces & the Mediterranean is a one-off auction experience melding The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s luxury yachting with Sotheby’s art expertise. From October 17–24, 2025, the winner and a guest will sail aboard Luminara—enjoying the Owner’s Suite, gourmet dining (including Chef Fabio Trabocchi’s Italian tasting menu), spa treatments, and curated wine tastings. The bespoke… Read the full news article

The Soaltee Kathmandu Joins Autograph Collection, Showcasing Nepalese Heritage in Modern Luxury

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(IN SHORT) Marriott Bonvoy’s Autograph Collection has debuted in South Asia with The Soaltee Kathmandu, Autograph Collection, located on 12 acres in Kathmandu’s Tahachal area. The historic 1966 property features 285 uniquely appointed rooms and suites overlooking the Himalayas, Swayambhunath Stupa, and manicured gardens. A “Storyteller” installation animates the hotel’s public spaces with personal narratives… Read the full news article

NoMad London Unveils Twenty8 NoMad: Wood-Fired NYC Flavors in a Modern Victorian Setting

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(IN SHORT) NoMad London launches Twenty8 NoMad, a New York–inspired bistro in its historic 28 Bow Street home. Designed by Martin Brudnizki, the restaurant evokes a contemporary palm court with rattan detailing, greenery, and a central wood-burning hearth. Its menu—overseen by Bryce Shuman, Zak Gregoire, and Martha Hernandez—features NYC classics reimagined: Union Square–style crudités, Little… Read the full news article

Victorian Building Restoration Completes Hotel del Coronado’s Major $550 Million Makeover

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(IN SHORT) Hotel del Coronado has completed its Victorian building restoration, the final phase of Blackstone Real Estate’s $550 million renovation plan. The work included refurbishing public spaces, updating all guestrooms with bright, Victorian-inspired décor, and adding two signature restaurants: Nobu Del Coronado and Veranda. Iconic ballrooms and the central garden courtyard—with the restored Naiad… Read the full news article

IHG Doubles Down on Osaka Expansion with Ten Hotels and Seven Brands During World Expo

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(IN SHORT) To coincide with World Expo Osaka Kansai, IHG Hotels & Resorts has expanded its Osaka portfolio to ten hotels and 3,249 rooms—surpassing its Tokyo presence—and now spans seven brands from luxury (Vignette Collection at the former RIHGA Royal Hotel) to midscale (three Garner Hotels). This growth builds on a presence dating back to… Read the full news article

IHG and NetEase Cloud Music Debut Summer Soiree Playlist with NFC Magnet Perks and Pop-Up Parties

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(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts, alongside Kimpton, Regent, and Hotel Indigo, has launched the “Let’s Get Away, Ignite This Summer” music experience in collaboration with NetEase Cloud Music. From July 1 to August 31, 2025, guests at participating Greater China properties booking through the IHG app or WeChat will receive a special NFC magnet… Read the full news article

Two Sister Hotels by IHG and Grupo Poma Elevate Miraflores with InterContinental Real and Hotel Indigo Openings

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(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts and Grupo Poma’s Real Hotels & Resorts have launched two sister properties—InterContinental Real Lima Miraflores and Hotel Indigo Lima Miraflores—perched on Lima’s Costa Verde cliffs. InterContinental offers 321 rooms (29 suites), a Club lounge, 11 meeting spaces, and Lima’s largest rooftop infinity pool. Hotel Indigo features 76 rooms (10… Read the full news article

Hilton Empowers Communities and Reduces Emissions with Nearly One Million Career Opportunities and $7.3 Million in Impact Investments

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(IN SHORT) In 2024, Hilton reinforced its century-old commitment to “spreading the light and warmth of hospitality” through its Travel with Purpose strategy and the Hilton Global Foundation. The company generated nearly one million learning and career growth opportunities and logged 452,000 volunteer hours, while investing $7.3 million in community initiatives. Key workforce programs include… Read the full news article

Norwegian Cruise Line Unveils Unmatched Summer Deals with $2,000 in Free Extras, Kids Sail Free and Up to 35% Off for Military and Educators

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(IN SHORT) This summer, Norwegian Cruise Line elevates its value proposition by combining up to $1,000 off cruise fares with its More at Sea™ package—worth over $2,000 in added amenities—and Kids Sail Free on select voyages. Travelers can explore Europe’s top bucket-list ports on seven- to 17-day voyages, unpacking just once as they sail from… Read the full news article

Three-Way MOU Signed at Paris Air Show to Advance Zero-Emissions Dash 8 Regional Aircraft

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(IN SHORT) Conscious Aerospace, KLM, and Transavia have signed a three-party MOU at the Paris Air Show to co-develop a liquid-hydrogen fuel cell propulsion retrofit for the Dash 8-300 regional aircraft. The partnership—which includes knowledge-sharing on cabin and cargo layouts, route viability studies, and cost modeling—was formalized before Dutch civil-aviation officials. Conscious Aerospace CEO Erik… Read the full news article

Bristol Airport Unveils Alembic: Mediterranean Small Plates and Local Drinks in Departure Lounge

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(IN SHORT) Alembic, a new Mediterranean-style restaurant, opens in Bristol Airport’s departure lounge on 3 July. The light-bite menu—from Padron peppers and focaccia to Gambas al Ajillo and Spanish meatballs—is paired with locally sourced coffee and spirits. Breakfast offerings blend traditional (scrambled eggs on sourdough, bacon croissants) with Mediterranean options (shakshuka, five-bean toast). Vegetarian, vegan,… Read the full news article

Beijing Hosts PATA–Visa Training for Chinese Tourism SMEs on Digital Marketing and International Payments

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(IN SHORT) PATA and Visa are hosting their first SME capacity-building workshop in Beijing, equipping Chinese tourism businesses with digital-marketing strategies, visitor-friendly international payment solutions, and data insights on inbound travellers. This follows similar programmes across Southeast Asia and is supported by key local and regional partners. The training addresses China’s advanced mobile-payment landscape and… Read the full news article

New UN Tourism Partnerships in Croatia to Advance Research, Policy and Awards for Sustainability

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(IN SHORT) UN Tourism has signed memoranda with Croatia’s Ministry of Tourism and Sport and the University of Zagreb to establish a Research Centre for Sustainable Tourism and to inaugurate a Sustainable Tourism Awards. The Centre will generate applied research and policy guidance in governance, sustainability, knowledge exchange, multi-stakeholder collaboration, climate action, and tourism law,… Read the full news article

Booking Holdings Secures Long-Term Renewal with Etraveli to Enhance Flight-Booking Platform

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(IN SHORT) Booking Holdings has agreed to an eight-year extension of its partnership with Etraveli Group, originally established in 2019. This renewal will support Booking.com’s ambition to scale its global flights offering—now live in 57 countries—and aims to deliver improved ease of use, expanded choice, and better value for travelers and partners. Booking Holdings CEO… Read the full news article

Seasonal Loganair Services Return to Belfast City Airport for Festive Travel

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(IN SHORT) Belfast City Airport is pleased to host Loganair’s seasonal Christmas flights from the Isle of Man on 20 and 27 December 2025 and 3 January 2026. Operating with a 72-seat ATR 72-600, these three return services will support up to 10,000 daily passenger movements in the lead-up to Christmas. Tickets start at £69.99,… Read the full news article

Michelin-Starred Yannick Alléno to Curate Signature Menus for Qatar Airways First and Business Class

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(IN SHORT) Qatar Airways has entered into a strategic partnership with Michelin-starred Chef Yannick Alléno to reimagine dining for First and Business Class passengers and select lounges. Highlights include a Pavyllon counter restaurant at Doha’s Hamad International Airport First Class Lounge, bespoke lounge dishes at Paris-Charles de Gaulle, and exclusive menus on Paris–Doha flights. The… Read the full news article

New Hong Kong–Munich Flights Push Cathay Pacific Toward 100 Weekly European Return Services

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(IN SHORT) Cathay Pacific has launched its first direct flights between Hong Kong and Munich, operating four weekly services on the Airbus A350-900. This addition follows the Rome seasonal route and precedes Brussels’s return service. Alongside HK Express, the airline group now connects customers to 100 destinations globally, having introduced 18 new cities in 2025…. Read the full news article

Almost All Scots Say Tourism Is Crucial to Scotland’s Economy, YouGov Survey Finds

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(IN SHORT) VisitScotland’s 2025 resident survey shows that 95% of Scottish adults view tourism as one of the economy’s most important sectors, alongside energy and hospitality. Conducted by YouGov with 1,032 respondents in January, the survey found that 91% believe tourism brings national economic benefits and investment, while 72% see it as a job creator…. Read the full news article

Changi Airport Group and Meilan Airport Forge Two-Year Partnership to Expand Routes and Cargo

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(IN SHORT) Changi Airport Group and Haikou Meilan International Airport have signed a two-year MOU to intensify collaboration in airport operations, route and cargo expansion, staff training, and technological innovation. Meilan Airport—operational since 1999 and now serving 138 cities on 227 routes—will share best practices with CAG in terminal and airside management and develop talent… Read the full news article

Bombardier Global 7500 Breaks Transatlantic Speed Record Flying Montreal to Paris in 5 ½ Hours

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(IN SHORT) The Bombardier Global 7500 has set a new transatlantic speed record, flying from Montreal to Paris in 5 hours and 30 minutes at over 1,000 km/h, further extending its list of more than 100 records. This achievement reinforces the 7500’s status as the fastest business jet connecting major global cities under real-world conditions,… Read the full news article