In recent weeks, mainstream media has reported extensively on the tightening of Europe’s entry rules, more specifically, the looming introduction of the controversial ETIAS, which stands for European Travel Information and Authorization System. It will apply to all foreigners visiting Europe as short-term visitors, including Americans. It may seem like an additional hurdle, but unlike…
Customers demand increasing sustainability efforts at hotels and meeting venues
Environmental sustainability specialist, Greengage Solutions, has found that hotels and meeting venues are accelerating their sustainability efforts in response to customer demand. But even so hospitality is still lagging behind other industries, such as construction, when it comes to measuring their carbon footprint. Greengage has analysed searches conducted on its ECOsmart database of hundreds of…
5 New Changes Travelers Need To Know Before Visiting Amsterdam
Over 20 million people visit Amsterdam every year, making it one of the most popular tourist stops in Europe. But these days, the Dutch capital is getting picky about what type of tourist it wants to attract. Amsterdam is shaking off its worldwide reputation for sex, drugs, and rock & roll. As Dutch resident Els…
Travel Republic celebrates its 20 year anniversary with new brand identity
Travel Republic has revealed a new look for its ‘iconic’ brand across all its customer-facing activities, including its website and social media channels. The new brand identity has been created to support the brand’s growth strategy and builds on the roll out of its award-winning Power to the People manifesto launched earlier this year, which underpins Travel…
AE Expeditions joins Bright as their Expedition Cruise and Polar Specialist
Australia’s award-winning expedition company, AE Expeditions (part of Aurora Expeditions), has been announced as the newest member of the Bright travel agent training consortia and will be joining its high-quality training events across the UK. AE Expeditions joins the consortium, comprising 10 fellow tour operators and cruise lines, as the group’s Expedition Cruise and Polar…
4 Reasons Why This Paradise Island Is The Top Beach Destination In Mexico This Summer
Now that travel restrictions are no more and the hot winds of July are blowing, Mexico is expected to witness its busiest summer in years, as millions of Americans will flock to its pristine beaches for a much-needed sunny getaway. While a majority of them will be vacationing in Cancun, however, a smaller number of…
TTC releases 2022 impact report, highlighting advancements on climate action
The Travel Corporation, (TTC,) whose award-winning travel brands include Trafalgar, Contiki, Uniworld Boutique River Cruises, Insight Vacations, Red Carnation Hotels, and more, releases its second annual Impact Report, sharing progress against the group’s five-year sustainability strategy How We Tread Right (HWTR). Launched in September 2020, HWTR’s 11 sustainability goals are anchored to the United Nations Global Goals, in an effort to advance…
These Are The Top 7 Countries For First Time Solo Female Travelers
There is nothing more exciting than traveling the world alone. You can indulge your every whim, travel to destinations that best suit you, and you don’t have to worry about anyone else. No travel buddy means no drama! Traveling as a solo female will give you a whole new perspective on the world. It is…
China Airlines to operate direct flights from Taipei, Taiwan to Prague twice weekly
Beautiful natural scenery, tropical rainforest, and green tea aroma. Prague is the sixth European city to which China Airlines operates direct flights from Taipei. With a direct connection to the Taiwanese capital, Taipei, Prague now stands alongside Frankfurt, Amsterdam, London, Rome, and Vienna. The connection is available twice a week and the carrier uses Airbus…
Empowering travellers through AI-driven strategy
Trip.com Group, a leading travel service provider, has unveiled a series of enhanced services aimed at empowering travellers through AI-led capabilities and knowledge. Speaking at Trip.com Group’s AI-driven strategy press conference, James Liang, Co-founder and Executive Chairman of the Board of Trip.com Group, said: “Tourism will continue to be an important industry in a smart society,…