From September through to December 2023, The Prince Akatoki’s The Malt Lounge & Bar in Marylebone, is hosting a series of interactive cultural workshops inspired by traditional Japanese crafts and arts. The workshops include the ceremonial practice of preparing and presenting tea; calming the mind through the art of Japanese writing; learning the geometric patterns of folding origami;…
ANA InterContinental Tokyo celebrates Japan’s rich culture through extensive luxury room renovation
ANA InterContinental Tokyo is thrilled to announce its upcoming luxury room renovation project which will see Japan’s rich culture celebrated throughout new, alluring designs across 759 rooms over the next 15 months. This ambitious initiative aims to elevate the guest experience and reinforce the hotel’s position in Tokyo’s luxury hotel market. Scheduled to begin on…
Rajan Datar to MC Summit on Culture & Heritage in Tourism
Rajan Datar, the award winning TV broadcaster familiar to BBC UK and BBC World viewers, will MC opening and closing sessions at the inaugural Global Leaders Summit presented by the World Tourism Association for Culture and Heritage. The summit in Valencia, 24-25 September, will address issues and opportunities where tourism, culture and heritage meet –…
Experience the World Culture Festival in Washington, DC
From Sept. 29 – Oct. 1, the nation’s capital hosts the fourth edition of a one-of-a-kind global celebration of diversity, inclusivity, unity, peace and entertainment. World-renowned humanitarian Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, founder of the Art of Living, and the Mayor Muriel Bowser bring the World Culture Festival to the National Mall this fall, a grand occasion to celebrate…
Millennials and Gen Zs take flight as culture vultures – Klook
Summer typically brings to mind the sun, sand, and sea, but this year, Millennial and Gen Z travelers across Asia-Pacific (APAC) are embracing their inner culture vultures and seeking inspiration from their travels. Klook unveils insights into the vibrant travel motivations of these demographics for this season. “More than half (53%) of Millennials and Gen…
This Tropical Caribbean Island With Amazing Culture Sets New All-Time Tourist Record
Countries all over the world are breaking records as tourism returns with a vengeance after being dampened for years due to the health crisis. Pent-up travel demand has meant countries in Africa are seeing a surge in visitors, European cities are bursting at the seams, and top spots in Mexico have welcomed more tourists than…
This Is One Of The Top Destinations In Europe For Sun, Sand, And Culture In 2023
It’s still only January, but anticipation for summer is at an all-time high in Europe now that it has entered the post-pandemic phase. Popular countries like France, Italy, and Greece are all seeing a rise in demand — as expected — but this hidden gem, in particular, is stealing the show as one of the…
Muslim Gen Z travellers seek culture, sustainability in travel
Two thirds of Muslim Gen Z travelers are looking for cultural immersion in their chosen destinations, while nature excursions are prioritized just as highly as more conventional “leisure seeking” pursuits, such as shopping and events. They are also developing financial independency with 32 percent paying for trips from their own pockets as opposed to 16…
Top 5 Beaches In Mexico To Experience The Culture That Are Most Visited By Locals
With an increasingly more internationalized Cancun and a busy, ridiculously overpriced Tulum, have you ever wondered where locals go for their yearly break in Mexico? In this article, we bring you the top 5 Mexican beach destinations Mexicans love the most, known for their stunning nature, authenticity, and long-standing tradition. Mexico is the number one…
Top 5 Things Americans Need To Know About Mexican Culture
Mexico is an extremely popular destination for American travelers. Americans account for the largest percentage of tourists in the country, with millions visiting the country every year. In 2022, Mexico’s popularity with Americans has continued to grow, with destinations like Cancun and Puerto Vallarta breaking records. In the first quarter of 2022 alone, more than…