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Majorca: New rules applied to drunken tourists this season

Majorca has taken the decision to implement new rules this season regarding drunken tourists, as incidents have occurred in recent years that degrade the concept of tourism. The new measures will result in a cleaner image of the island and create greater respect for the concept of hospitality. More important for overall business in the […]

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Costa Navarino presents a collection of luxury homes for rent

Costa Navarino, the sustainable high-end destination, expands the options for visitors and presents a collection of villas for rent. The residences are ideal for those who want to experience the living experience offered by Costa Navarino Residences, while enjoying direct access to all the experiences of the destination. The houses can accommodate up to 10 […]

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Dismissal of two British Airways crew members for racist postings

Βritish Airways has fired two cabin crew members after a racist video they posted on Instagram 18 months ago was shared on TikTok last weekend. The video shows Holly Walton filmed by colleague Lauren Bray making slant-eyed gestures and saying in a faux Chinese accent : “Give me wine.” The pair filmed the video at […]

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Delta Air Lines pilot sentenced to prison for drunkenness

A Delta Air Lines pilot has been sentenced to ten months in prison after pleading guilty to appearing drunk on a flight scheduled for June 2023. At the time, the 61-year-old pilot, who is now 63, was scheduled to fly between Edinburgh and New York. According to a statement by Sheriff Alison Stirling published by […]

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What are the 10 best-connected markets globally in 2024 according to Mabrian data?

These are the top 10 countries with the best international air connectivity in the first half of 2024 according to Mabrian data. This ranking reflects the outbound travel potential of these countries, positioning them as key destinations in the global travel landscape. The study covers travel dates from January 1 to June 30, 2024, compared […]

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Tax free shopping sales in store recovery reached 141% in February 2024, says Global Blue

Global Blue reveals that the global tax-free market recovery momentum remains strong in continental Europe and Asia Pacific. Globally, the recovery in like-for-like store sales reached 141% in February 2024 compared to the same period in 2019, up from 135% in January ’24. A Steady Worldwide Recovery, Compared to 2019 Levels In Continental Europe, the […]

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International sports sponsorships keep TUI ahead of the game and enhance its strength

A global approach to further strengthen the brand and make it timeless is to focus on sports that are directly linked to the tourist destination. TUI is exclusive distribution partner for the Balearic race for 2024 regarding the Palma Marathon Mallorca. TUI’s commitment to the Balearic Islands, with over two million TUI customers expected to […]

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Are there limits to the financial risks for travel industry experts?

Choosing package holidays helps protect payments for consumers while leaving travel agents, tour operators and banks exposed to the risk of financial risk. That leads financial service providers to increase the costs for handling payments and places “a burden on the industry and its sustainability”, according to Sami Doyle, director of Trust My Group and […]

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Forecast for optimistic business plans in tourism at ITB Berlin 2024

Despite global crises, the industry displayed confidence at ITB Berlin 2024. The most important topics were the growing importance of AI, the shortage of skilled labour and climate justice. The World’s Leading Travel Trade Show put a clear focus on shaping the future. Diverse and globally represented, more than 5,500 exhibitors from 170 countries illuminated […]

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Google’s new search is causing changes in the tourism industry

Dr. Stefan Ebener, from Google Germany, gave a presentation on “Generative AI” at an event at ITB Berlin on what travel planning will look like in the near future. Through video, attendees were able to experience a Google search (in a few months) that is fundamentally different from what they have experienced so far: a […]

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