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Headline News

Covid is surging in the world’s most vaccinated country. Why?

The small archipelago nation of Seychelles, northeast of Madagascar in the Indian Ocean, has emerged as the world’s most vaccinated country for Covid-19.…

NZ business events industry hails return of Aussie buyers

Leading Australian conference and incentive organisers are crossing the Tasman next week to meet with New Zealand’s business events industry at MEETINGS 2021, a landmark event that will be covered for Global Travel Media by Peter Needham.

Last Week to get your entries in for the HUAWEI FreeLace Pro Competition

Your chance to win one of these spectacular stylish HUAWEI FreeLace Pro noise-canceling wireless earphones. Watch the below and complete the form for your chance to win one of two of these magnificent accessories for your phone.…

Oceania’s newest ship presents dramatic design elements

Oceania Cruises has unveiled the signature lounges, bars, and wellness facilities of Vista, the first of two new 1,200-guest Allura Class ships that are being constructed Fincantieri in Italy, with the 67,000-gross-ton, 1,200-guest luxury vessel, the seventh for the line, …

Celestyal announces 2022/2023 Greek cruises for Aussies to look forward to!

Celestyal Cruises, the award-winning, Greek Islands and the Eastern Mediterranean cruise specialist has announced that its new flagship, Celestyal Experience [pictured] will set sail beginning on March 5, 2022, with a seven-night “Three Continents” itinerary. …

Aviation News

Chance for last-minute decision-makers: Lufthansa offers even more flights to the sun

Attention, last-minute travellers: Just in time for the long weekend over Corpus Christi, Lufthansa is now offering even more flights to attractive sun destinations. … Continue Reading

Latest News under Category: Aviation

• Singapore Airlines Group Commits To Net Zero Carbon Emissions By 2050

• United Airlines Applauds Spain’s Decision to Reopen to Vaccinated Travelers

• Aeroflot launches an extensive programme to support mass vaccination campaign – “Miles for Vaccination” programme

• “Mon engagement citoyen”, the new solidarity movement for Air France staff

Business News

Stop hospitality workplace violence

WorkSafe Victoria has launched a new campaign highlighting the need for employers and the community to come together to stamp out violence in the workplace, including within the hospitality industry. … Continue Reading

Latest News under Category: Business News

• UNWTO And Google Launch Global Partnership To Lead Tourism Recovery

• How To Protect The Value Of Your Investment

Cruise News

New Zealand & Beyond in 2021, 2022 & 2023! Ponant Announces 14 Border-Bubble Voyages.

The gradual opening of border-bubble close-to-home travel provides an opportunity to confidently explore the extraordinary islands and coastlines of our region.

… Continue Reading

Latest News under Category: Cruise News

• Viking launches new video feature in Marketing Centre

Hotel News

Qmin Introduces Homely Meals For Everyday Food Needs

Qmin, Indian Hotels Company’s (IHCL) gourmet food delivery platform, today announced the launch of its subscription-based meal service, giving consumers easy access to a variety of home-style and wholesome everyday food. … Continue Reading

Latest News under Category: Hotel News

• Aman Venice Introduces The Coccina’s Apartment

• Accor ‘Unveils the World’ with a new global campaign celebrating the return of leisure travel and vacations abroad

• Experience adrenaline rush at Wyndham Garden Ajman Corniche

River Cruising News

Cruise to one of the world’s most famous horseraces in 2023 and join one of the most famous steamboat races

The American Queen Steamboat Company has released for sale a special river cruise in 2023 that will enable guests to join one of the world’s great steamboat races as part of the excitement surrounding the world-renowned Kentucky Derby horserace. … Continue Reading

Trade Event News

Rendez-vous Canada+ a resounding success

The first-ever virtual Rendez-vous Canada+ (RVC+) was hailed a huge success, confirming its reputation as the leading international tourism marketplace for Destination Canada. … Continue Reading

Latest News under Category: Trade Events

• Virtual Arabian Travel Market 2021 begins tomorrow as industry convenes to show support for recovery of the industry

• Team Sunshine Coast shines on domestic tourism roadshow blitz!

• New Zealand business events industry hails return of Australian buyers

Visit USA News

Motown Records Artists Come Together to Commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre in Oklahoma

Between May 31 and June 1, 1921, the community of Greenwood in Tulsa, Oklahoma was home to one of the single worst incidents of racial violence in the USA. … Continue Reading

Latest News under Category: Visit USA

• Top Florida Officials Enjoy an Andean Celebration as Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru Makes its World Premiere Announcement at the Boca Raton Museum of Art