Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that it will manage a new resort with branded residences in Phu Yen province, one of Vietnam’s coastal regions of outstanding natural beauty. The project is scheduled to open in 2026 and will be the Group’s third property in Vietnam. The resort is being developed by Indochina Kajima, a joint…
Free rail pass and travel products in Tohoku, Japan with Klook
Free rail pass and travel products for independent travellers now on sale on “Klook” special page to enjoy Tohoku area, popular destination for repeat visitors to Japan. The Yamagata Prefectural Government announces that it has set up a special page on a travel experience platform, “Klook,” following the lifting of Foreign Independent Tours (FITs) after a…
Top eight hospitality trends for 2023
Experts from the hospitality and destination design firm, WATG and Wimberly Interiors, have announced their forecast for key trends and sectoral shifts in the new year. 2023 will see the further acceleration and evolution of a number of long-term trends due to significant shifts in travellers’ needs and expectations, with a strong focus on wellbeing-driven demands and the…
Top five must visit Netflix filming locations
New research has found the iconic filming locations for popular Netflix shows that viewers can actually go and visit. From Emily in Paris to Bridgerton, language experts at Busuu have found the Netflix filming locations where visitors can look round and explore to channel their favourite shows. Fans of Netflix’s most-watched series, Squid Game, can visit the…
Cabo Experiences Record Increase In Tourists – Here’s Why Some Americans Love It More Than Cancun
Out of all the sunny destinations that are currently smashing records and close to selling out for the long-awaited winter period, such as the mighty Cancun and Punta Cana, Cabo is the one experiencing the fastest recovery and biggest increase in the number of tourists – but what is it about the Pacific coast of…
Japan in 2023: A bucket-list-worthy adventure
Reopening tourism at the beginning of October, the new year presents the perfect opportunity to plan a trip to Japan. Independent travel and visa waivers have been resumed, and the country’s daily arrival cap and testing requirements for fully-vaccinated travellers have been eliminated. Now, new hotels and exciting developments are opening across the islands while…
Dubai Is The Most Viral Destination For Young Travelers On TikTok
Dubai has been named the most viral destination for young travelers on TikTok, having gathered billions of views on the popular video-sharing app since health restrictions were removed. The leading financial center and development site in the United Arab Emirates, it is best known for its futuristic skyscrapers, all-inclusive resorts, and gorgeous Gulf beaches. TikTok…
Top 8 Hotels In Phoenix, Arizona This Winter
Phoenix, Arizona is an excellent place to visit in the colder months thanks to its relatively warm winters offering a comfortable escape from the colder temperatures found in many other places. If you’re looking to plan a trip to the city, deciding where to stay will no doubt be an important decision. With that in mind, here…
Fourth Virgin Voyages Ship “Brilliant Lady” Launched
A major milestone was reached on Friday when the Fincantieri shipyard in Italy floated out the Brilliant Lady, the fourth cruise ship for the innovative cruise company Virgin Voyages. The fourth ship, named Brilliant Lady, will join her sisters, Scarlet Lady, Valiant Lady, and Resilient Lady, in service by the end of 2023. The floating-out…
Gurgl, Austria – The ski season is here!
Gurgl – the new joint name for the linked Tirolean resorts of Hochgurgl and Obergurgl – celebrates the opening of the 2022-2023 season with a weekend of fun in the sun. The golden leaves are still on the trees but Gurgl is the first non-glacier ski area in the Tirol – and one of the…