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Thailand Meetings Leadership Award Recognises Prachoom Tantiprasertsuk’s Contribution to Business Events Sector

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(IN SHORT) Prachoom Tantiprasertsuk of Dusit International has received the Thailand Meetings Leadership Award at the inaugural Thailand MICE Legacy Awards 2026. The recognition honours her more than 30 years of contribution to Thailand’s meetings and business events sector, including her leadership role within the Thailand Incentive and Convention Association. Organised by the Thailand Convention… Read the full news article

Tourism Industry Aotearoa Calls Conservation Reform a Key Step Toward Sustainable Visitor Growth

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(IN SHORT) Tourism Industry Aotearoa has welcomed the New Zealand Government’s proposed Conservation Amendment Bill, calling it the most significant reform of conservation legislation in around 40 years. TIA Chief Executive Rebecca Ingram said the tourism sector has long pushed for modernisation of the current conservation framework, particularly around concession systems governing tourism activities on… Read the full news article

Collette Joins World Travel and Tourism Council to Support Industry Collaboration and Responsible Travel

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(IN SHORT) The World Travel & Tourism Council has welcomed Collette as a Global Member, expanding its network of leading travel organizations. With over a century of experience, Collette brings expertise in curated travel experiences and responsible tourism. The partnership will enable Collette to contribute to WTTC’s global initiatives focused on sustainability, resilience, and long-term… Read the full news article

New Ryanair Expansion in Tirana to Boost Routes Passenger Numbers and Jobs Across Albania

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(IN SHORT) Ryanair has opened a new four-aircraft base at Tirana International Airport, investing $400 million to support major expansion in Albania. The airline will operate 44 routes, including 21 new destinations, and expects to grow passenger numbers to 4 million annually in 2026. The expansion is supported by favourable government policies and airport incentives… Read the full news article

New Campervan Service from Narita Airport Combines Mobility, Accommodation and JAL Miles for Travelers

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(IN SHORT) Japan Airlines and JAL Airtech have launched JAPAN RV TRAVELLER, a campervan rental service starting from Narita International Airport that allows travelers to explore Japan flexibly while earning JAL Miles. The initiative aims to support regional tourism by addressing transportation and accommodation gaps in rural areas and offering a combined mobility and lodging… Read the full news article

Minor Hotels and Infinity Developments Partner on New NH Collection Resort Project in Zanzibar Archipelago

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(IN SHORT) Minor Hotels has signed an agreement to develop the NH Collection Pemba Island Resort in Tanzania in partnership with Infinity Developments. Scheduled to open in February 2030, the 145-room resort will introduce the NH Collection brand to the Zanzibar archipelago and expand Minor Hotels’ presence in East Africa. Located near Pemba Airport with… Read the full news article

New PATA DevelopmentAid Cooperation Connects Tourism Stakeholders With Global Development Opportunities

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(IN SHORT) The Pacific Asia Travel Association has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with DevelopmentAid to strengthen collaboration between the tourism sector and the international development community. The partnership focuses on knowledge sharing, improved access to funding intelligence, and joint initiatives such as research projects and training programmes. PATA members will benefit from access to… Read the full news article

A new way to explore South Africa inside the SAA and CemAir domestic partnership

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(NEWS) JOHANNESBURG, South Africa , 2026-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — South African Airways is reshaping the domestic travel map with a new codeshare partnership with regional carrier CemAir, a move aimed at opening up parts of South Africa that have traditionally sat beyond the reach of the national airline’s network. Based on details shared in… Read the full news article

Jordan Welcomes Eurowings’ First Flight from Stuttgart with New Pathways for Culture and Tourism

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(IN SHORT) Eurowings has inaugurated direct flights between Stuttgart and Amman, introducing a twice-weekly connection that enhances travel between southern Germany and Jordan. The new route strengthens Eurowings’ medium-haul network while supporting Jordan’s broader tourism strategy focused on improved air connectivity. Executives from both Eurowings and Jordan’s tourism authorities praised the collaboration, noting that it… Read the full news article

From Riyadh to Madinah, Hilton Expands Its Saudi Presence with New Brands and 15,000 Job Opportunities

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(IN SHORT) Hilton is accelerating its growth in Saudi Arabia with more than 100 hotels now open or in development, backed by an $8 billion investment and the creation of over 15,000 new jobs. The hospitality giant’s expansion—spanning 14 brands—aligns closely with Saudi Vision 2030, enhancing the country’s tourism infrastructure through luxury projects like Conrad… Read the full news article

TUI Care Foundation Expands Support for Sustainable Tourism Startups in Portugal, Egypt, Tunisia, and Morocco

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(IN SHORT) TUI Care Foundation has launched new TUI Futureshapers programmes in Portugal and North Africa to foster sustainable tourism entrepreneurship. In Portugal, the initiative is returning for a second round in collaboration with IRIS to provide training and mentoring to up to 60 entrepreneurs, with the top three teams receiving funding and six months… Read the full news article

RIU Hotels & Resorts Commemorates 20th Anniversary in Cape Verde with Gala Honoring Key Local Figures and Partnerships

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(IN SHORT) RIU Hotels & Resorts celebrated its 20th Anniversary in Cape Verde with a Gala at the Riu Funana hotel, honoring the company’s impact on the local community and tourism sector. The event featured 35 awards recognizing outstanding employees, suppliers, and organizations. Since opening in 2005, RIU has played a crucial role in developing… Read the full news article

UNWTO to support tourism development in Timor-Leste

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UNWTO to support tourism development in Timor-Leste   Madrid, Spain, 2018-Feb-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Human resources and capacity building to support tourism development have been at the centre of the collaboration between the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and Timor-Leste over the past years. The successful conclusion of two projects implemented in Timor-Leste, was… Read the full news article

Visa facilitation top priority for UNESCO/UNWTO Silk Roads Heritage Corridors Workshop

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Madrid, Spain, 2013-10-16 — /travelprnews.com/ — Tourism and heritage experts called for more effective visa systems to support tourism development at the UNESCO/UNWTO Silk Roads Heritage Corridors Tourism Strategy Workshop. The workshop aimed to define a tourism management roadmap for two UNESCO Silk Road Heritage Corridors crossing China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan (7-8 October 2013, Almaty,… Read the full news article