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CAA urges crackdown on drunken passengers over Christmas

With 4.5 million passengers set to jet off from the UK during the festive flying period, the Civil Aviation Authority is today warning travellers of the consequences of disruptive behaviour on board an aircraft.The CAA has revealed more than 326…

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Accor opens MGallery Hotel de la Coupole in Vietnam

Designed by renowned luxury resort designer Bill Bensley, with sweeping views of Sapa Valley and serene rice paddy fields, the newly opened MGallery Hotel de la Coupole has opened in Vietnam.The destination integrates the vibrant colours, patterns and textures of…

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Assmann returns to lead Sofitel Dubai Downtown

AccorHotels has welcomed the return of Klaus Assmann to the position of general manager at Sofitel Dubai Downtown, the brand’s flagship hotel in the UAE.Marc Descrozaille, chief operating officer, AccorHotels Middle East & Africa, said: “Klaus brings with him international…

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Hotel Elephant Weimar joins Autograph Collection in Germany

Autograph Collection Hotels has revealed the latest addition to its portfolio with the reopening of Hotel Elephant Weimar following a nine-month full renovation.Located in the city centre’s historical market square, the hotel has been a cultural hub for more than…

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UNWTO partners with Niantic to combine tourism and AR technology

To boost the global tourism through the use of mobile augmented reality game experiences, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has partnered with one of its newest Affiliate Members, real-world games developer Niantic.UNWTO will collaborate with Niantic, creators of Pokémon GO…

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Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection unveils name of first vessel

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection will name its first ship the Azora, the company announced.The name means ‘sky blue’.“We are thrilled to officially reveal the name of the inaugural yacht from The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection,” said Doug Prothero, chief executive of…

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Saint Lucia named 2018 World’s Leading Honeymoon Destination

Saint Lucia has been named the 2018 World’s Leading Honeymoon Destination. The island was bestowed the honour at the World Travel Awards (WTA) Grand Final 2018 programme in Lisbon, Portugal. Chairman of the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority, Nicholas John, received…

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Unified voice to speak for SA tourist guides

The National Federation of Tourist Guides and Affiliates (NFTGA) was announced this week in Pretoria, South Africa, hailing the emergence of a united body and voice to represent tourist guides across the country.The initiative is being spearheaded by the National…

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AviaDev Europe to return to Valencia in 2019

Turismo Valencia, Ajuntament de Valencia, Region of Valencia and Aeroporto Castellon have all confirmed AviaDev Europe will return to the city next year.AviaDev Europe is currently taking place at the Palacio de Congresos bringing together regional airports and airlines with…

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