The first UNWTO Communication, Media and Tourism Training in Africa Workshop organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism and Hospitality Industry of Zimbabwe and the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) was in the majestic Victoria Falls, from 13 to 15 November 2023 bringing together tourism professionals, journalists, media and communication specialists drawn from 20 countries in the Africa region.
Radisson Hotel Group launches new career development proposition with Career Month
Radisson Hotel Group provides meaningful career moments and advancement possibilities globally. As part of this ongoing commitment, the Group has launched several new career development tools and initiatives, including the Group’s first-ever Global Career Month.
TFE Hotels signs key new ownership agreement in Western Australia
Sydney-based Hotel Company, TFE Hotels, has hit the ground running in 2024 with the announcement of a new partnership agreement in Western Australia.
Marriott International saw record year of net rooms growth and signings in the region
Marriott International, Inc. of its strong global net rooms growth and record year of organic signings in 2023, the company highlighted the remarkable surge in hotel and residences openings and signings in the Asia Pacific excluding China (APEC) region, particularly in key travel markets such as Japan, India, and Vietnam.
VisitBritain CEO Patricia Yates speech at ‘Showcase Britain’
National tourism agency VisitBritain is gearing up to welcome more than 120 international travel buyers for a series of educational visits across Britain, as part of its flagship ‘Showcase Britain 2024’ trade event.
AI set to revolutionise Travel & Tourism, says latest WTTC report
Major new reports from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Microsoft highlight the transformative power of AI (Artificial Intelligence) for Travel & Tourism, marking a commitment to a digital future with unparalleled customer experiences.
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives introduces “The Deep Blue Prescription”
A growing body of evidence indicates that human health, both mental and physical, is intrinsically linked to nature, while many experts now believe blue spaces, such as lakes, rivers and oceans could be even more beneficial than the green spaces celebrated for keeping us calm and grounded. The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands, an architectural masterpiece hovering above the crystal waters of one of the world’s most enticing oceans, enters 2024 offering a prescriptive package to harness nature’s medicine with special ‘Blue Rate’.
Chiva-Som unveils calendar of renowned visiting wellness practitioners for 2024
At pioneering and transformative wellness destination, Chiva-Som Hua Hin in Thailand, wellness is a holistic way of life that builds on the world’s leading healing traditions. Chiva-Som Hua Hin once again welcomes visiting practitioners of international renown, enhancing the wellness journeys of its guests with novel and highly sought-after experiences.
UN Tourism celebrates high-level support after productive FITUR 2024
Ahead of FITUR, UN Tourism – the new name for the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) released its latest data. The first World Tourism Barometer of the year highlighted the sector’s recovery, with international arrivals back to 88% of pre-pandemic levels at the end of 2023. With full recovery expected in 2024, UN Tourism again served as the bridge between public and private sector leaders to build a more resilient and sustainable future.
IHG’s expansive culinary brand portfolio achieves high-quality growth
IHG continue to retain their prestigious awards, a recognition of the outstanding performance of the Group’s food and beverage brands and the teams behind them, as well as a testament of IHG’s unchanging dedication to exceptional service. With the upcoming Chinese New Year marking a peak in food and beverage activities, IHG is strategically positioned to showcase its expertise by seamlessly integrating F&B segments within hotels.
