October 29, 2024
Reimagining, rebuild of Sanctuary Retreats’ Gorilla Forest Lodge and Baines’ Lodge
Marking a quarter-century of curating extraordinary travel experiences, Sanctuary Retreats, part of the A&K Travel Group family, has confirmed the complete reimagining and rebuilding of two of its flagship African properties: Gorilla Forest Camp in Uganda, soon to be Gorilla Forest Lodge, offering unparalleled proximity to mountain gorillas, and Baines’ Lodge in Botswana, renowned for its unique Okavango Delta adventures.
Read More…October 29, 2024
Hotel Fort Canning will be unveiled in Q3 2025 with a new name and look
Singapore’s historic Hotel Fort Canning will reemerge from a major transformation next year as METT Singapore, following a change in management that will see Dubai-based Sunset Hotels & Resorts takes the reins.
Read More…October 29, 2024
Dubai-based carrier’s South Australia route back up to daily
Emirates has reinstated its daily service between Adelaide and Dubai adding 4,200 weekly seats to the route.
Read More…October 29, 2024
Inspiring, Meaningful, Connections, plus Outstanding Achievement and Destination finalists
Luxperience has named the finalists for the highly anticipated Luxperience 2024 Awards, celebrating the pinnacle of excellence, creativity, and innovation in the luxury travel industry.
Read More…October 29, 2024
The lagoon city has extended its day-tripper tax as it fights to keep arrivals down
An expansion of this year’s pilot day-tripper tax planned for next year aims to tackle the ongoing issue of overtourism in Venice – even as critics branded the scheme a failure.
Read More…October 29, 2024
Travel Associates scoops 2024 Most Outstanding Branded Travel Agency Group
Last Saturday, Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG) and its independent affiliates took home seven awards at the Australian Travel Industry Association’s (ATIA) National Travel Industry Awards (NTIA), the industry’s most prestigious annual awards program.
Read More…October 28, 2024
The cruise line says it is the first to use synthetic gasoline in its Antarctic operations
Antarctica21 will pioneer synthetic gasoline in its Antarctic operations thanks to a new partnership with e-Fuel firm HIF Global.
Read More…October 28, 2024
The cruise line is bumping up its food offering with Nathan Outlaw in the kitchen
Michelin-starred chef Nathan Outlaw will bring his culinary expertise to Cunard’s Queen Victoria for selected sailings in the Mediterranean next European summer.
Read More…October 25, 2024
In Sydney for Sofitel Wentworth’s reopening, Maud Bailly speaks openly on the brand
The CEO of Accor’s French inspired luxury hotel brand, Sofitel, has spoken frankly about the need to create brand consistency and filter member properties that avoid investing in refurbishments.
Read More…October 25, 2024
Experienced travel trade editor joins Signature Media team
Signature Media is excited to announce Anne Majumdar has joined its team as Senior Editor of LATTE.
Read More…October 25, 2024
A strategic investment puts France-based Selar on track to set sail in 2026
A new fleet of close-to-zero emission ships looks set to sail in the polar regions, with voyages aboard Selar’s first vessel Captain Arctic expected to commence in 2026.
Read More…October 25, 2024
Two airlines swoop on five awards each out of the 22 awarded
Forbes Travel Guide this week revealed the winners of its first Verified Air Travel Awards. The 2024 awards spotlight the best experiences in air travel, including airlines, airports and private jet services.
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