To celebrate International Women’s Day, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) underscores the pivotal role of women in the global Travel & Tourism sector.
UN Tourism to make residents focus of Thassos Island’s tourism recovery
UN Tourism is to work with the Thassos Municipality of Greece to put people at the heart of work to build greater resilience for the sector on the island.
Data, Sustainability and Collaboration the Focus as UN Tourism returns to ITB Berlin
UN Tourism returned to ITB Berlin, bringing its new name and look to the leading travel trade fair and uniting the sector around its focus on sustainability, investments and collaboration.
Choice Hotels named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women 2024 by Newsweek
Choice Hotels International, Inc. has been named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women 2024 by Newsweek. The study ranked companies on input from over 142,000 female employees nationwide, included a pool of 848,000 company reviews and evaluated each company on metrics important to women in the workplace including compensation, work-life balance and proactive management on diversity.
UN Tourism and WTCF advance data-driven approach to city tourism
The report assesses into the current situation and challenges of tourism data at the city level. The analysis will help advance the creation of global database of urban tourism, enabling better understanding and benchmarking of its size and value, both globally and by region.
Marriott International signs agreement with Victoria Park Hotels to debut autograph collection hotels in Hong Kong
Marriott International, Inc. today announced it has signed an agreement with Victoria Park Hotels Ltd. to launch The Park Lane Hong Kong, Autograph Collection in early 2025. The Park Lane Hong Kong, Autograph Collection is expected to join Autograph Collection Hotels’ portfolio of over 300 independent properties in the most desirable locations across the world, each with its own unique perspective on heartfelt design and hospitality.
Amilla Maldives named Responsible Hospitality Partner of the Year 2024 by Forbes Travel Guide
Conscious luxury pioneer Amilla Maldives has been named ‘Responsible Hospitality Partner of the Year’ 2024 at Forbes Travel Guide’s annual summit in Las Vegas. This noteworthy accolade was awarded in recognition of the Amilla team’s outstanding commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, as well as environmental sustainability.
Radisson Hotel Group celebrates Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at inaugural ‘Diversity Week’
With more than 70,000+ team members representing more than 146 nationalities, Radisson Hotel Group launches its first Diversity Week, aligned with this year’s International Women’s Day theme of “Inspire Inclusion”. The aim of “Diversity Week” is to promote diversity in the workplace, foster meaningful conversations about inclusivity and equity in growth opportunities, encourage open dialogue about gender, culture, and minorities, and celebrate the Group’s unique and diverse talent as a leading dynamic and inclusive employer.
Mews and Amadeus extend partnership to expand the hospitality technology ecosystem
Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud, and Amadeus, the global leader in travel technology, today announce their extended strategic partnership to better connect the hospitality technology ecosystem.
InterContinental Khao Yai launches CSR partnership for elephant research and conservation
Located in the heart of Thailand, 2.5 hours’ drive north-east of Bangkok, Khao Yai is a captivating destination for travellers seeking a perfect blend of natural beauty, local culture, wildlife, adventure and much more. The UNESCO World Heritage Site offers lush landscapes, diverse ecosystems and a plethora of activities that promise an unforgettable experience for visitors.