Iraq has been elected as the deputy chair of the Middle East Committee at the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) during its 51st meeting, a significant achievement for the country. The meeting, attended by Arab tourism ministers and other officials from
The Russian travel sector is experiencing a notable rebound, particularly in travel to Europe, following a significant decline during the early years of the war. According to data from the Federal Security Service (FSB), Russian citizens’ trips to European Union countries dropped
LaRiSa Hotels & Resorts and AM Hotel Kollection have announced their merger to form a consolidated entity aimed at making significant advancements in the Indian hospitality industry. The combined operations now include 26 hotels with 950 keys, along with an additional six
Spirit Airlines has once again rejected a third takeover bid from budget competitor Frontier Airlines, maintaining its focus on its own bankruptcy reorganisation plan aimed at stabilising its finances. The latest offer, which mirrors previous proposals, includes $400 million in debt and
Hyatt Hotels announced on Monday that it will acquire Playa Hotels & Resorts in a deal valued at $2.6 billion, marking a major expansion of its all-inclusive resort offerings in the Caribbean and Mexico. This acquisition will significantly enhance Hyatt’s presence in
Eurostar has resumed its direct train services from Amsterdam to London as of Monday, 10 February, following the completion of a new UK departure terminal at Amsterdam Centraal station. For the past several months, Eurostar had been operating services via Brussels due
Gundari, the first luxury boutique hotel on the serene island of Folegandros, is set to debut this spring, offering an exclusive alternative to the crowded streets of Santorini and Milos. This 30-room sanctuary is designed for travellers seeking peace, elegance, and a
The 13th edition of the Hotel & Hospitality Expo Saudi Arabia is poised to return as a standalone event in 2025, offering a pivotal platform for global industry leaders to capitalise on the burgeoning Saudi tourism sector. The event, taking place from
The 7th Africa Youth in Tourism Summit (AYTIS) 2025 was officially launched on January 29, 2025, at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi. The event, organised by Africa Tourism Partners in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife Kenya,
As the number of applications for Greek Schengen visas continues to rise, Greek authorities have announced plans to issue over 200,000 visas to Turkish nationals in 2025. This increase in visa allocations comes as tourism between the two countries continues to soar,
