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in Oceania

Bathurst: Winter’s gold rush

Bathurst is more than petrol-head heaven, writes Simone Ziaziaris.There are not many towns where you can bunk in the room of a schoolmaster, eat pizzas at the alter of a church or sip on a couple of old fashions in…

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in North America

Playa Hotels completes Jamaica resort deal

Playa Hotels & Resorts has added five all-inclusive resorts in Jamaica to its portfolio with the completion of a $300 million deal.The portfolio includes the Hilton Rose Hall, Jewel Runaway Bay, Jewel Dunn’s River, Jewel Paradise Cove and Jewel Grande…

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in News

IATA AGM 2018: Caution urged on airport privatisation

The International Air Transport Association has urged governments to take a cautious approach when considering airport privatisation.In an unanimously passed resolution, IATA members called on governments to prioritise the long-term economic and social benefits delivered by an effective airport ahead…

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in Europe

Air Astana launches two new Russia connections

Air Astana is launching new flights from Astana to two destinations in Russia – Tyumen and Kazan.The new Astana–Tyumen route commenced will operate three times a week on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays.The flight will be served by an Embraer E190,…

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in Africa

New Mombasa highway to assist tourists

A new highway is under construction in Mombasa, Kenya. The route is in phase two of three, and is set to link Moi International Airport (MIA) to the southern coast, currently only accessible via a ferry service.According to Kenya National…

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in News

WTTC partners with IATA to boost biometrics use

The World Travel & Tourism Council and the International Air Transport Association have agreed to partner to achieve the benefits of biometrics and deliver traveller digital identity management throughout the tourism sector for a seamless passenger experience.The agreement, which was…

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in South America

Cuba Builds 674 New Hotels In Heritage Cities

Cuba is boasting 674 new tourist accommodations that are currently under development and will expand the hotel availability of the island’s heritage sites, as well as helping local offers in a segment known as tourism circuit, one of the present…

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in Oceania

Sydney: What to see at Vivid Sydney

The Lucky Country’s brightest light festival returns this week for its 10th anniversary. Stephanie Holmes outlines what you should look for.Vivid light walkStretching for 2km, this route will take you past all the major Vivid illuminations and installations, including the…

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