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2024 Marks a Pivotal Year for WTTC’s Hotel Sustainability Initiative with Unprecedented Growth

By | 2024-05-08T12:47:32-04:00 May 2nd, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Hotel Business, Travel Business & GDS OTA|

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) celebrates a landmark year for its Hotel Sustainability Basics program, which has seen a remarkable surge in global participation. Since its inception in January 2024, the program has doubled its reach, now encompassing 3,400 verified properties across 80 countries, a significant increase from 1,700 hotels in March. This [...]

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Airbnb Introduces ‘Icon’ Stays: Live Out Your Movie Dreams in Famous Film Houses

By | 2024-05-08T12:47:32-04:00 May 2nd, 2024|@AirGuide Destinations, Hotel Business, Hotels & Resorts, Travel Business & GDS OTA|

Airbnb is transforming fan fantasies into reality with its latest "Icons" collection, offering stays in iconic locations from beloved films and franchises. This new venture by the home-sharing giant allows guests to immerse themselves in the worlds of their favorite characters—from the whimsical house in Pixar’s “Up” to the superhero headquarters of the X-Men. The [...]

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Virgin Voyages’ “Brilliant Lady” to Set Sail from New York in 2025

By | 2024-05-03T12:34:23-04:00 May 1st, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Cruise & Yachting, Travel Business & GDS OTA|

Virgin Voyages, the innovative cruise line known for its modern approach to sea travel, is set to introduce its newest ship, the "Brilliant Lady," with voyages departing from New York starting in September 2025. The unveiling of the "Brilliant Lady" marks an exciting development for Virgin Voyages, as the ship promises to deliver a unique [...]

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Royal Caribbean Alaska Cruise Cancelled After Departure Due to Technical Issues

By | 2024-05-03T12:34:23-04:00 May 1st, 2024|@AirGuide Destinations, Cruise & Yachting, Travel Business & GDS OTA|

Over the weekend, passengers aboard Royal Caribbean International's Radiance of the Seas were informed that their anticipated Alaska cruise would not proceed as planned. Originally set to embark from Vancouver on Friday, the voyage was initially delayed and then cancelled due to propulsion issues that arose after guests had already boarded. Passengers, including Charlene Chong [...]

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Marriott Reports Strong First Quarter with Room and RevPAR Growth

By | 2024-05-03T11:59:41-04:00 May 1st, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Hotel Business, Travel Business & GDS OTA|

Marriott International, Inc. released its first quarter 2024 results, showcasing significant growth in comparable systemwide constant dollar Revenue Per Available Room (RevPAR). Worldwide, RevPAR increased by 4.2 percent, with a notable 1.5 percent growth in the United States and Canada, and an impressive 11.1 percent surge in international markets. The reported net income for the [...]

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Playa Hotels & Resorts Appoints Amanda Morris as Director of Field Sales, Canada & USA

By | 2024-05-03T11:59:42-04:00 May 1st, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Hotel Business, Hotels & Resorts, Travel Business & GDS OTA|

Playa Hotels & Resorts (NASDAQ: PLYA, Playa), a renowned owner and operator of all-inclusive resorts across Mexico and the Caribbean, proudly announces the promotion of Amanda Morris to the prestigious role of Director of Field Sales, overseeing Canada & USA. In her new capacity, Morris will lead and manage the dynamic field sales team across [...]

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Coast Guard Rescues Carnival Cruise Crew Member Off Florida Coast

By | 2024-05-03T12:34:24-04:00 April 30th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Cruise & Yachting, Safety, Travel Business & GDS OTA|

The U.S. Coast Guard successfully conducted a rescue operation for a crew member from a Carnival cruise ship located off the Florida coast. The incident, which underscores the effectiveness of the Coast Guard's emergency response capabilities, involved a complex evacuation from the moving vessel. Further details about the condition of the crew member or the [...]

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Australia’s Bonza Airline Temporarily Suspends Services, Stranding Travelers

By | 2024-05-03T12:39:41-04:00 April 30th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Airline Business, Airlines, Airport Business, Travel Business & GDS OTA|

Bonza, Australia's low-cost carrier that celebrated its first anniversary recently, has unexpectedly announced the temporary suspension of all its flights, leaving many travelers stranded. The airline has not disclosed specific reasons for the abrupt halt in operations, nor has it provided a definitive timeline for when services might resume. This sudden development has caused significant [...]

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AAA Travel Announces New Five-Star Hotels and Restaurants

By | 2024-05-03T11:59:42-04:00 April 30th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Hotel Business, Hotels & Resorts, Travel Business & GDS OTA|

AAA Travel has revealed its latest additions to the prestigious Five Diamond list, recognizing exceptional luxury and culinary excellence. This April, two hotels and four restaurants across the Dominican Republic, United States, and Canada earned the coveted AAA Five Diamond designation, representing the pinnacle of hospitality and dining experiences. AAA Inspectors meticulously assessed these establishments [...]

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Kenya Airways Halts Flights to DRC Following Arrest of Employees by Congolese Military

By | 2024-05-02T20:59:29-04:00 April 30th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Airline Business, Government & Regulatory, Security, Travel Business & GDS OTA|

Kenya Airways has suspended its flights to Kinshasa N'Djili, Democratic Republic of Congo, effective April 30, in response to the alleged illegal detention of two of its staff members by the Congolese military. The suspension comes amidst escalating tensions between Kenya and the DRC, with accusations of harassment targeting the airline's operations. According to Allan [...]

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Adults-Only Royalton CHIC Antigua Celebrates Grand Opening

By | 2024-05-03T12:00:11-04:00 April 29th, 2024|@AirGuide Destinations, Hotels & Resorts, Travel Business & GDS OTA|

Nestled along the pristine shores of Dickenson Bay Beach, the adults-only, all-inclusive Royalton CHIC Antigua unveiled its doors to guests on April 29, 2024, marking a new era of luxurious retreats on the island. As the sole adults-only property by Blue Diamond Resorts in Antigua, Royalton CHIC Antigua introduces its signature "Party Your Way" concept, [...]

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Hard Rock Announces Massive New Loyalty Program Deal With Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises

By | 2024-05-02T15:12:26-04:00 April 26th, 2024|@AirGuide Destinations, Hotel Business, Hotels & Resorts, Travel Business & GDS OTA|

Hard Rock International, Seminole Gaming, Royal Caribbean International, and Celebrity Cruises have forged a groundbreaking global partnership, offering travelers unprecedented perks and discounts across all four iconic brands. This monumental deal brings together millions of loyal customers from each brand's loyalty and casino rewards programs, granting them access to reciprocal benefits. Unity by Hard Rock, [...]

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