Category Archives: Holidays

Experience Modern Royalty at Fairmont Udaipur Palace Featuring 18-Acre Estate, Fine Dining and Grand Event Spaces

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(IN SHORT) Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and Keystone Resorts have opened Fairmont Udaipur Palace, an 18-acre luxury resort in the Aravali Hills of Udaipur that fuses historic Rajputana design with modern amenities. The property comprises 327 rooms and suites across three wings—Sun, Moon, and Fire Palaces—featuring handcrafted details by local artisans. Guests can dine at… Read the full news article

Experience Antarctica at Club Wyndham Bonnet Creek: SeaWorld Suite with Park Passes and Penguin Encounter

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(IN SHORT) Club Wyndham Bonnet Creek has launched an Antarctic-inspired suite in partnership with SeaWorld Orlando’s 60th anniversary and the new Antarctica Realm attraction. Available August 1–September 8, the one-bedroom suite features ice-themed décor, a kitchen for snow cones, interactive games, and a giant plush penguin. Package inclusions cover four SeaWorld admissions, parking, a Penguin… Read the full news article

Why Choose a Munnar Tour Package for Your Next Trip?

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DELHI, 2025-Jul-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Munnar, set in the peaceful hills of Kerala, is one of the most loved destinations in South India. Known for its fresh air, endless tea gardens, and beautiful valleys, Munnar attracts travelers looking for both relaxation and adventure. If you’re planning your next trip, choosing a Munnar tour… Read the full news article

Budapest Airport Expands German Connections with New Condor Service to Frankfurt

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(IN SHORT) From 1 May 2026, Condor will launch three daily flights between Budapest and Frankfurt using A320s with 180 seats, increasing weekly capacity on the route to 10,000 seats alongside Lufthansa. This move strengthens Budapest Airport’s network to Germany—currently featuring 11 destinations—and highlights Germany as its third-largest direct seat market. Markus Klaushofer of Budapest… Read the full news article

Viking Sweeps Top Honors in Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler’s 2025 World’s Best Awards

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(IN SHORT) Viking has been voted a “World’s Best” cruise operator for 2025 by Travel + Leisure readers, securing #1 in Expeditions and ranking among the top river and ocean lines. Condé Nast Traveler readers also named Viking the leading line for Rivers, Oceans, and Expeditions—making Viking the sole company to top both awards simultaneously…. Read the full news article

Explore India’s Golden Triangle and Brahmaputra River on Viking’s “Wonders of India” Voyage

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(IN SHORT) Viking will introduce its first India river cruises with the Viking Brahmaputra in late 2027. The 80-passenger ship—with 40 veranda-equipped staterooms, a Sky Bar, and spa facilities—will sail an eight-day segment of the Brahmaputra River between Guwahati and Nimati Ghat as part of the 15-day “Wonders of India” program. This itinerary combines immersive… Read the full news article

Silversea Launches Direct Charter Flights from Quito to Galápagos, Cutting Travel Time to Two Hours

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(IN SHORT) Silversea has introduced direct charter flights from Quito to San Cristóbal Island for guests on Silver Origin, cutting total travel time to two hours and eliminating Guayaquil layovers. The enhanced journey features private check-in, blocked middle seats, ample space, and an upgraded in-flight dining experience. Pre- and post-cruise packages in Quito allow for… Read the full news article

Verdura Resort Debuts Six- and Ten-Day Longevity Programme Inspired by Newly Discovered Sicilian Blue Zone

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(IN SHORT) Verdura Resort’s new Longevity Programme at Irene Forte Spa immerses guests in the lifestyle and environment of Caltabellotta, Sicily—recently identified as an emerging Blue Zone by Professors Pes and Caruso. By integrating advanced diagnostics (blood panels, food-sensitivity testing, Wellness Age™ checks) with regional traditions—soil-to-table cuisine, nature treks, personalized skincare and spa rituals, and… Read the full news article

New All Inclusive Cruise Calculator from Marella Helps UK Travellers Compare Holiday Costs

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(IN SHORT) Marella Cruises reports that although more than 60% of UK travellers intend to vacation abroad this summer, 20% feel priced out by the cost of living. To aid decision-making, the company has released a free All Inclusive Cruise Calculator that itemises every component—flights, meals, drinks, transfers, entertainment, gratuities, and service fees—into one clear… Read the full news article

Acacia Africa’s 7-Day Safari Giveaway Featured on Rael Zieve’s Keep Travelling Podcast

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London, UK, 2025-Jul-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Acacia Africa, a leading adventure tour operator speciali​sing in authentic African adventures, is offering an incredible 7-day safari giveaway. This exclusive prize draw, featured on the “Keep Travelling: Your African Vacation” podcast, gives travel enthusiasts a chance to win a thrilling journey through Southern Africa’s iconic landscapes…. Read the full news article

New insider guide to booking university rooms for the Edinburgh Festival launches online

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The world-famous Edinburgh Festival and Fringe returns on 1 August but organisers have warned that soaring accommodation costs and holiday let restrictions could mean the event is facing ‘grim’ obstacles. The good news is that a new online guide has just launched revealing how festival-goers and performers can easily book bargain university rooms for August…. Read the full news article

PATA Issues Mid-Year Asia Pacific Tourism Forecasts Highlighting 801 Million Visitors by 2027

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(IN SHORT) PATA’s Mid-Year Update to its Asia Pacific Visitor Forecasts 2025–2027 refines its March outlook, modelling three recovery scenarios for 39 destinations amid geopolitical tensions, economic volatility and community pushback against mass tourism. Key takeaways include a projected rise from 692 million to 801 million international arrivals by 2027 under the “medium” scenario; China,… Read the full news article

Villas of Distinction Unveils Legendary Hideaways Inspired by Iconic Owners

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(IN SHORT) Villas of Distinction has launched a curated portfolio of five celebrity-inspired villas for group stays: Domaine Umbrella (the former Kennedy summer home) on France’s Côte d’Azur; Emara Estate in Turks and Caicos (once Prince’s beachfront haven); Invisible House in Joshua Tree, California (desert-scape glass retreat by Chris and Roberta Hanley); Necker Island in… Read the full news article

F1® THE MOVIE Debuts Worldwide Featuring MSC Cruises Branding on Cars and Trackside

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(IN SHORT) MSC Cruises stars in F1® THE MOVIE, which debuts globally today. The Apple Original Films production—directed by Joseph Kosinski, produced by Jerry Bruckheimer and distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures—follows Brad Pitt and Damson Idris as drivers for the fictional APXGP Formula 1® team. MSC Cruises’ branding appears on cars, uniforms and racetrack signage,… Read the full news article

Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Winter 2026–2027 Itineraries Open: Evrima Debuts in Polynesia and Hawaii While Luminara Adds Ten Asia-Pacific Destinations

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(IN SHORT) The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has announced 32 new winter 2026–2027 voyages aboard Evrima and Luminara, including the first South Pacific and Hawaiian sailings. Evrima’s debut in French Polynesia and Hawaii will feature island-hopping itineraries from seven to twelve nights, leveraging its Marina for direct access to secluded lagoons and coral reefs alongside immersive… Read the full news article

Reduce the impact of Spain’s mass tourism. Stay in a university – not controversial holiday lets!

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  Protestors in Spain are becoming increasingly vocal about the impact of tourism in some areas and, in particular, short-term holiday lets that are forcing locals out of affordable housing. A leading travel expert says university rooms that would otherwise stand empty for the summer provide the solution. BARCELONA, Italy, 2025-Jun-25 — /Travel PR News/… Read the full news article

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises Unveils “Beauty of the Moment” Voyages on EUROPA 2 and HANSEATIC inspiration

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(IN SHORT) Hapag-Lloyd Cruises’ “The Beauty of the Moment” campaign, open for booking through 31 July 2025, features immersive voyages across the Americas and the Pacific on the 5-star EUROPA 2 and the luxury expedition vessel HANSEATIC inspiration. EUROPA 2’s luxury itineraries range from Caribbean-to-New York festive cruises to Hawaii–French Polynesia winter escapes. HANSEATIC inspiration… Read the full news article

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

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

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

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

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

Amadeus Strengthens Scandinavian Reach with Renewed Partnership with Arrive Agencies

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(IN SHORT) Amadeus has renewed its partnership with Arrive Agencies, ensuring continued access to a robust portfolio of travel technology solutions—including NDC airline content, the Productivity Tracker for analytics, the Outpayce B2B Wallet for payments, and the Amadeus Value Hotels platform—while celebrating their collaboration on Cytric Easy since September 2024. This extension reinforces Amadeus’s commitment… Read the full news article

FishPal adds six exciting new destinations in Ireland and Northern Ireland

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The fly fishing permits and accommodation booking service FishPal has introduced six brand new beats across Ireland and Northern Ireland. Remarkably, one stretch has never been open to the public to fish before. It’s a great opportunity for anglers to easily experience new waters across the Irish Sea for the first time. BALLYDUFF, Ireland, 2025-Jun-12… Read the full news article

British Classics with a Modern Twist Set Sail as Marella Cruises Introduces Piccadilly’s Restaurant Fleetwide

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(IN SHORT) Marella Cruises has unveiled Piccadilly’s, a gastropub-style restaurant launching across all ships in the fleet from June 2025. Included in the all-inclusive package, Piccadilly’s offers guests a fresh take on traditional British fare with signature starters, elevated roasts, creative sharing plates, and indulgent desserts. With a rotating menu and 250-seat walk-in capacity, the… Read the full news article

Jumeirah Launches Global Wellness Day 2025 Experiences Across 10 Countries to Inspire Reconnection Through Local Culture and Nature

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(IN SHORT) Jumeirah Group is marking Global Wellness Day 2025 on June 14 by offering immersive, locally inspired wellness experiences across its Talise Spa locations in 15 destinations and 10 countries. Themed #ReconnectMagenta, the global programme includes unique activities such as sunrise yoga at Burj Al Arab, traditional blessings in Bali, sound healing in Bahrain,… Read the full news article

Emirates Group’s Horizon: Maldives Event Set to Strengthen Tourism Partnerships Following Record Growth

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(IN SHORT) Horizon: Maldives returns as dnata Travel Group and Emirates Holidays report a 30% year-on-year increase in bookings for 2024. The event, scheduled for June 10, 2025, at Kurumba resort, will focus on sustaining the Maldives’ growing tourism momentum, fostering deeper ties between the Emirates Group and the local hospitality sector, and exploring new… Read the full news article

Visit the seaside with a clear conscience! Rent a beach hut, not controversial holiday lets.

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New figures show that demand for holiday lets soared last year, with bookings in coastal areas of Cornwall reaching record highs. Rising demand is putting strain on available housing stock for local people. Could Cornwall see protests similar to those currently taking place in Spain or might the humble beach hut provide the solution? CORNWALL,… Read the full news article

The Cocoon Collection courts trade with discounted fam rates

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Maldives & Zanzibar, 2025-Jun-05 — /Travel PR News/ — The Cocoon Collection is a family owned and run portfolio of six stunning resorts spread across Zanzibar and the Maldives, each offering unique experiences that blend contemporary design and warm hospitality with local culture and natural beauty. The Azzola family has a deep appreciation of the… Read the full news article