Travel is changing: will you be an Excited Experientialist or a Travel Tech-fluencer in 2033?

As an estimated 474 million tourists traveled internationally between January and July 2022 compared to 175 million in 2021, international tourism continues to bounce back. But how will we travel in 2033? A global research study – Traveler Tribes 2033 – the third in a series that launched in 2007, identifies four Traveler Tribes that […]

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Celestyal names new global Chief Commercial Officer

Celestyal, the award-winning, number one choice for travelers to the Greek Islands and the Eastern Mediterranean, has announced the appointment of Lee Haslett to take on the role of global chief commercial officer (CCO) as of February 20, 2023. Haslett takes over from Leslie Peden, who has been with the company for more than five […]

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Accor introduces Handwritten Collection – a global portfolio of hotels curated with passion 

Accor, a world leading hospitality group, today announced an exciting new addition to the Group’s unparalleled network of brands: Handwritten Collection, a global portfolio of charming bespoke hotels that offer an intimate and stylish hospitality experience.  Accor already has over 110 Handwritten leads globally totaling more than 11,500 rooms, including 12 secured signings, with five […]

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Tourism set to return to pre-pandemic levels in some Regions in 2023

After stronger than expected recovery in 2022, this year could see international tourist arrivals return to pre-pandemic levels in Europe and the Middle East. Tourists are nonetheless expected to increasingly seek value for money and travel closer to home in response to the challenging economic climate. Based on UNWTO’s forward-looking scenarios for 2023, international tourist […]

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SKY express: Large, modern and even greener

– Dynamic organic growth, strengthening the greenest fleet in Greece with AIRBUS A321neo aircrafts, international distinctions and ever expanding global network At an event jointly organized by Athens International Airport, SKY express welcomed 2023 with the cutting of the traditional Vasilopita (Greek New Year’s Cake) and presented the key figures that SKY express achieved during […]

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Eurowings expands in Prague after successful first year

Eurowings has been connecting the Czech capital Prague non-stop with European metropolises and holiday regions for a year now. Starting with four destinations for the winter flight schedule 21/22, travelers could already choose from 14 different destinations in the summer of 2022. The Lufthansa Group airline quickly established itself in the Czech market and met […]

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The US a top source market and driver of global travel recovery

Before the pandemic, China was considered the most valuable source market for destinations due to its sheer size, high purchasing power and penchant for luxury goods. Now, amid China’s absence, destinations should be trying to re-engage and entice American travellers, who have helped to reinvigorate the ailing tourism sector, first in 2020 with the Caribbean […]

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Travellers whose package travel has been affected by measures to fight the COVID-19 pandemic may be entitled to a reduction in the travel price

Two travellers bought a two-week package holiday in Gran Canaria beginning on 13 March 2020 from a German travel organiser. They are requesting a 70% price reduction on account of the restrictions that were imposed on that island on 15 March 2020, in order to fight the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, and their early […]

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Hilton Unveils New Brand, Spark by Hilton, a Value‑Driven Offering That Proudly Delivers Reliable Essentials and Friendly Service

-Hilton’s portfolio extends into the premium economy category with more than 100 deals already in various stages of development Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the launch of Spark by Hilton, the newest addition to its portfolio of world-class brands. Following extensive research, the introduction of Spark by Hilton fills an open space in the industry […]

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Air China: Athens- Shanghai Inauguration flight Announcement

On 10th January 2023, Air China Athens was happy to have gathered, in a Press Event, with our good friends and team from AIA, on the occasion of our Inauguration flight from Shanghai at 22nd December 2022. With this addition, Air China has successfully established two direct flights from Athens to, two most important capitals […]

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