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Backroads, the leader in active travel, today announced hundreds of holiday and winter trips from snowshoeing in Yellowstone and hiking in Patagonia to biking in Costa Rica and visiting temples in Cambodia’s Angkor Wat. The company is renowned for its expertise in designing, planning and leading extraordinary adventures in the most spectacular places year-round, and wintertime is no exception. Whether it’s trips to warm weather destinations or snowy wonderlands, Backroads offers new and exciting ways to experience the holiday season, and the company anticipates high demand this winter.
Grande Lakes Orlando, the 500-acre luxury resort destination located in the headwaters of the Florida Everglades, is excited to announce a new “Fall at Grande Lakes” festival, which will feature a weekend of seasonal activities and gourmet treats catered to families, guests and the local community to welcome the season. The resort, which is anchored by The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes and JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes, will also host dedicated programming for the season’s major holidays.
Journeys International, a U.S.-based leader in planning immersive travel experiences, shares its latest collection of Rare Journeys small group trip departures. These intentionally crafted multi-day itineraries are each designed around a different unique theme connected to the destination it explores. The trips have dual leadership by experienced local guides alongside experts in the trips’ content areas. These once-only departures are for travelers seeking deep cultural adventures and once-in-lifetime experiences in some of the world’s most extraordinary destinations.
The all-new STYLE Bangkok 2025 international trade fair is set to be the ultimate destination as the most diverse design, lifestyle, and fashion event of its kind ever held in Thailand! Over 25,000 visitors from around the globe are expected to immerse themselves in a world of creativity, diversity, sustainability, and experiences as over 500 top design, lifestyle, and fashion creators and producers unite for the event. Visitors can explore a captivating array of categories including furniture, home décor, fashion, housewares, wellness, gifts, and toys, each offering endless opportunities for STYLE discoveries.
United has set a new standard of inflight connectivity by signing the industry’s largest agreement of its kind with SpaceX to bring Starlink’s fast, reliable Wi-Fi service to the airline’s mainline and regional aircraft fleet, for free.
Thrillseekers are packing their bags and hitting the road for a new kind of adventure: Scream Tourism. This fear-entertainment trend has haunted attraction enthusiasts booking fright flights or taking a road trip going far and wide to experience America’s best scares. America Haunts, the premiere haunted attraction association focused on the best attractions from coast to coast, identified the nation’s top haunted attractions for drawing in visitors willing to go the extra mile—literally—to get their fright fix.
Located in the Disney Springs® Resort Area in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, Renaissance Orlando Resort and Spa is now open for accommodations, meetings and events, spa, and dining experiences. Renaissance Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, is known for connecting travelers to the spirit of the neighborhood through unexpected discoveries. The full-service resort features 394 newly appointed guest rooms, more than 25,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space, a zero-entry pool and hot tub, and signature farm-to-table restaurant, American Kitchen Bar & Grill.
Moxy Asheville, North Carolina’s first Moxy flagship, is officially open and accepting reservations. The six-floor, 115-room property celebrated its opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony and remarks from project partners and local dignitaries.
After a successful launch earlier this summer, Princess Cruises is extending its “Better than Best Price Guarantee” offer through December 15, 2024, so guests can continue to book their ultimate 2025 or 2026 cruise vacation with the added confidence they are securing the absolute best cruise fare available.
Imagine this: the crunch of fallen leaves underfoot whilst on a woodland walk; a fresh breeze blowing in from the sea on an island excursion; pulling a warm coat around oneself for a walk around an historic building; or simply going out for an afternoon stroll after the rain has cleared to blow the cobwebs away. Few things can be as good for the soul as an autumn break in Scotland. With rural, coastal and urban locations all showing off the colours of the season and historic sites to explore, as well as thrilling tales to warm up those darker evenings, there is an autumn adventure waiting around every corner.
The Ritz-Carlton today announced the opening of The Ritz-Carlton Rabat, Dar Es Salam, debuting a palatial oasis of contemporary majesty in Morocco. Nestled within 440 hectares of forest and lush gardens, just steps away from the Royal Golf Dar Es Salam, this opulent palace promises an unparalleled experience in the heart of Morocco’s capital.
Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has taken the wraps off its sensational Summer 2025 schedule, with a double-daily debut on a host of top European destinations.
The newly enhanced schedule, now open for booking, offers increased flight frequencies and convenient 2pm departures to many European destinations, further boosting tourism to Abu Dhabi.
The region’s hospitality and tourism industry is checking into tech in a big way. From revolutionising the guest experience to smart energy management systems, innovation today is the key to the industry’s success of tomorrow – and beyond.
Technology and innovation will be under the spotlight at Future Hospitality Summit – FHS World, with a host of dedicated presentations, debates and features, including the semi-finals of the UN Tourism Women In Tech Start Up competition. With just two weeks before the region’s largest, most influential industry event gets under way, industry leaders share their thoughts on how tech is driving the sector forward.
World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards (‘WSTHA’) has announced that its inaugural ceremony will take place at the historic Cahal Pech Archaeological Reserve in Belize, the official host destination. Leaders in sustainable tourism will gather for the VIP reception on 27 September 2024 when the winners will be unveiled.
Oceania Cruises®, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, is offering more than a dozen immersive explorations of Alaska in 2025, taking travelers beyond typical tourist sights to discover the unique perspectives, local culture, soaring glaciers, and pristine wilderness of “The Last Frontier.” An Oceania Cruises first, the 1,250-guest Riviera™ will sail her first season in Alaska making her the first and only cruise ship in the region designed for foodies, by foodies, where travelers will enjoy the best of the 49th state, paired with the Riviera’s luxurious small-ship ambiance and myriad of gourmet culinary experiences.
There’s a new destination for candy lovers, and the attractions include free-flowing candy, a unique candy station, and a pool full of gummy goodness!
Dubai is set to become home to the world’s first-ever Museum of Candy, opening soon in the heart of the city.
British Airways will operate a record number of flights between North America and London for Summer 2025, offering more than 400 direct flights per week during its busiest weeks.
The airline operates from 26 US cities non-stop to London, offering more flights across the pond than any other European carrier, and is the only European airline to offer a luxury First class cabin across the Atlantic to London. Its increased summer schedule includes the following additions to London Heathrow (LHR) per week, which are available to book now on ba.com:
During the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) event in Montreal, Volar Air Mobility and Etihad Aviation Training LLC (EAT) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in the field of advanced electric aircraft operations. The agreement aims to optimize the use of both parties’ capabilities and expertise through the exchange of information and joint initiatives in areas of mutual interest, advancing the UAE’s aviation sector.
This week marked a magical milestone for 19 wish children who joined the first-ever, multi-day Star Wars-themed wish event at Disneyland Resort – Blaze Your Path: A Star Wars Adventure.
This winter brings new and exciting offerings throughout Canada’s most western province. With several major upgrades, significant terrain expansions and La Niña promising to bring a snowier season than usual, British Columbia is set to deliver another sensational winter across its 13 major ski resorts. Here’s what’s new this season…
