2017 is forecasted to be the year of Eastern Europe, with the region gaining popularity largely due to the shift in tourism away from other destinations that have been affected by acts of terror.
Global luxury tourism is flourishing
As more and more luxury hotels open worldwide,Êthe target group of those looking for anÊindividual and exclusive vacation experiences is growing. The former niche of the luxury tourism market has become a serious market.
Virgin Atlantic extends its coverage with Discover the World
Virgin Atlantic, the UKÕs second largest long haul airline, has extended its representation with marketing agency Discover the World in Benelux (Belgium, Netherlands and Luxembourg), beginning this month.
David Scowsill from WTTC tells Trump there’s freedom of travel
The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC)Êboss David Scowsill has lambasted US President Donald TrumpÕs travel ban to the United States on citizens of seven countries as Òagainst the fundamental right to freedom of travelÓ.
More than half of US travel agents are home-based
Market research has revealed more than half of US travel agents are now home-based, signifying a turning point in AmericaÕs travel industry, according to Paul Wiseman and The Travel Corporation.
TrumpÕs executive order goes into effect
Several people, including those who are holding green card and valid visa, were reportedly blocked from boarding flights to the United States and some others detained at AmericaÕs airports.
Sabre release Asia Pacific Traveller Preferences report
The report reveals a series of highly contrasting traveller preferences behind the growing Asia Pacific travel market
JR Technologies and IATA Join Forces to deliver Innovative Payment Solutions
IFG introduces a universal payment gateway, allowing members to manage their payment processes through a single platform
Chinese hotel sector growth expected to continue in Australia for 2017
Since 2009, Chinese visitor numbers have grown over 350% from 300,000 to 1.1 million
Choice Hotels continues robust development growth
Choice Hotels is expanding with newly developed properties in top markets around the world.
