Marriott Rewards’ MegaBonus promotion has returned with a free night for eligible members who make two paid stays between September 15, 2013 and January 15, 2014 at participating Marriott International hotels.
Certificates will be valid at all category one to five hotels around the world. Members can earn up to two free nights during the promotion. ...
Marriott Rewards’ MegaBonus promotion has returned with a free night for eligible members who make two paid stays between September 15, 2013 and January 15, 2014 at participating Marriott International hotels.
Certificates will be valid at all category one to five hotels around the world. Members can earn up to two free nights during the promotion. ...
Best Western International has announced the opening of its first property in the Saudi Arabian city of Makkah.
Best Western Plus Bakkah Awan Hotel is ideally situated just a few minutes’ drive from the Holy Mosque.
The hotel features a range of upscale facilities including a restaurant, coffee shop, kids’ club and business centre. There is also a shuttle bus service offering ...
Mövenpick Ibn Battuta Gate, Dubai, promoting environmentally-friendly strategies, has recently been Green Globe re-certified.
“Our entire team has adopted the Green Globe standards as part of our sustainability policy, in order to take proactive measures to address global environmental issues,” stated general manager, Mövenpick Ibn Battuta Gate, Dubai, Michael Nugent.
“The ‘Going Green’ ...
Trails of Indochina, a Southeast Asian DMC, has announced the launch of Tailored Experiences to their touring range throughout all destinations.
Its range of private experiences allows trade partners from around the world to create bespoke experiences for either independent or group travel itineraries.
Commencing with the new season 2013/14, the Tailored Experiences include five ...
The sixth UNWTO International Meeting on Silk Road Tourism, held on August 1-3, 2013 in Dunhuang, China, highlighted the increasing interest in developing cultural routes associated with the Silk Road and succeeded to raise the profile of tourism along this route.
The event was jointly organised by UNWTO, the China National Tourism Administration (CNTA) and the People’s Government of Gansu ...
Homewood Suites by Hilton, an international brand of upscale, all-suite, extended-stay hotels, announced the opening of its newest property in Durango, Colorado, the US.
"As both a business and leisure destination in Colorado, Durango welcomes guests who are seeking a hotel that offers the space to spread out and added value at a cost conscious price point," said general ...
EIBTM, set to take place in Barcelona from November 19 to 21, has announced that trade visitor registration is now open.
Benefits of pre-registering as a trade visitor buyer include: free fast-track entry, flexibility to arrange personal schedules, discounted travel and accommodation and pre-show information and updates.
Attending EIBTM also allows meetings industry professionals ...
With its expressive culture of colour and diversity, India aspires to enchant and engage the MENA region with all its might. TTG investigates
Tourism is reported to be the largest service industry in India, contributing six per cent of the country’s GDP and accounting for nine per cent of jobs.
India stands as an ever-prospering destination due to its tourism potential and its ...
Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Resort and Spa has been recognised as one of the top 100 partner hotels in the world by RTK Travel Agencies, a cooperation of travel agencies in Germany.
Country manager – Ras Al Khaimah, Hilton Wordwide, Mohab Ghali declared: "It's a great honour to be chosen among so many properties as one the best hotels in the world by German travel agencies.
"This ...
The sixth annual E-Tourism Africa Summit was recently launched and is set to bring together leading experts on online tourism including Facebook, TripAdvisor and Expedia, among others, as well as a new set of innovative speakers and solutions, both local and international.
The two-day conference is to take place on September 9 and 10 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. ...
Ramada Downtown Dubai has launched its brand new and improved website boasting a neat and stylish new look with new features, imagery and improved copy, thus making the site more user-friendly.
The website features images of the hotel and provides a virtual tour, granting guests a preview of what awaits them during their stay.
Visitors to the site can book their stay using the Ramada ...
Waldorf Astoria New York has recently completed a $12 million restoration project of its interior motor court, considered one of the hotel’s most distinguishing features.
An enclosed drive, which has welcomed celebrities and dignitaries, has now been transformed to enable a more refined arrival, especially for those seeking anonymity and security. The private entrance ...
Bespoke Brazil, a specialist Brazil tour operator, has expanded its luxury portfolio to offer its clients a number of exclusive beach villas and luxury yachts.
The expansion includes its range of private luxury villas in a number of locations across Brazil, aimed at families or groups looking for exclusivity and privacy.
Director, Bespoke Brazil, Simon Williams said: ...
Dusit Thani Maldives announced that it has achieved Silver Certification by EarthCheck, a sustainable certification organisation for the hospitality industry, after just eight months of operation.
The distinction is fitting as the property is located in the island nation’s only UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve.
“Ever since Dusit Thani Maldives laid ground on the island of Mudhdhoo, the ...
Ski Safari, a North American ski specialist, announced numerous additions to its 2013-14 season programme, offering new countries, resorts and safari experiences.
New countries in the company’s European portfolio include Austria with eight resorts (St. Anton, Kitzbühel, Obergurgl, Saalbach-Hinterglemm, Zell am See, Galtür, Sölden and Innsbruck) and Italy with three (Cortina d'Ampezzo, ...
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group has announced a brand new property in Turkey, the Radisson Blu Conference & Spa Hotel, Istanbul, Tuzla.
The property, expected to feature 249 rooms, is currently under construction and scheduled to welcome its first guests in Q4, 2013. It is Carlson Rezidor's seventh hotel in Istanbul which is set to further strengthen the group's leading position within ...
Hilton Worldwide announced the signing of a management agreement with Lanzhou Friendship Hotel to build a hotel comprising of 389 guestrooms in Lanzhou, China.
Expected in Q1 of 2017, Hilton Lanzhou is to reside in the city's central commercial district and is to provide Hilton Worldwide with better access to the rapidly developing northwest China.
Senior vice president of development – ...
Cox & Kings has launched its new Middle East brochure for 2014, featuring a programme of escorted group tours and private tailor-made holidays to the Middle East, North Africa, Central Asia and the Gulf.
While passenger numbers on its group tours across the region have maintained a steady level of growth in 2013, Cox & Kings ...
The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi, has revealed the resort’s flagship royal suite; claiming it is the largest hotel suite in the UAE.
Spanning 2,100m2 with four bedrooms, the duplex occupies the top two floors of the resort’s west wing.
Hotel manager, The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Max Wiegerinck said: “The royal suite is a masterpiece that is perfectly suited ...
Royal Caribbean International announced that it has welcomed its 50-millionth guest on-board its fleet of 21 ships – a momentous occasion in its 45-year long history which has marked the launch of a year-long celebration honouring the cruise line’s guests, business partners, employees and crew.
“For more than 45 years, Royal Caribbean’s guiding principle has been to deliver the WOW to our ...
