For tour operators and DMCs looking to grow their South American clientele, Tourism Update asked some industry experts how best to package for this emerging market.Factors to considerIt is widely accepted that the language barrier can be a big turn…
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has promoted Harry Sommer to the position of president, international.This newly created executive role reinforces the company’s commitment to expanding and diversifying its global sourcing and distribution.Sommer is responsible for sales, marketing, public relations and office…
WOW air, the recently launched Icelandic low-cost long-haul airline began its operations from New Delhi with its inaugural flight being flagged off from Indira Gandhi International Airport. The airline will operate three weekly flights from New Delhi, connecting passengers to…
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…
The Luxury Collection has welcomed the grand opening of Hôtel de Berri, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Paris.Owned by the Dokhan family, Hôtel de Berri offers eclectic, bold and refined designs devoted to the Parisian way of life.Meticulously styled by designer…
Muziris Paddle, the two-day kayaking expedition organised by Jellyfish Watersports in partnership with Muziris Heritage Project (Kerala Tourism) will be held on January 5 and 6, 2019. Over 200 paddlers are likely to participate in the event which will be…
Air Botswana has procured a new Embraer ERJ170, and has resumed direct Gaborone-Cape Town flights. The flights operate on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays.The airline suspended the flights in February, after the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) grounded CemAir flights…
Reed Travel Exhibition had appointed a new portfolio director for the World Travel Market brand.Claude Blanc, who has over 25 years of experience within the travel trade and hospitality industry, takes on the overall responsibility for all events in the…
The UN Development Programme (UNDP) and the South Pacific Tourism Organization (SPTO), in partnership with Beqa Adventure Divers (BAD), launched an initiative to mobilise tourism resources to implement SDG 14 (3).The ‘My Fiji Shark Initiative aims to promote the use…
Delta Sky Miles members can now redeem loyalty points for seat upgrades after they book on Delta.com. The carrier will offer the same functionality on its mobile app beginning early next year.“Our ultimate goal is for SkyMiles members to have…
