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Scottish Passenger Agents’ Association launches manifesto for travel and tourism
The Scottish Passenger Agents’ Association (SPAA) has launched a manifesto for travel and tourism in the run up to the general election, urging the Scottish and UK Governments to work with the industry to secure a green and prosperous future for the sector.
PATA reveals insights into late booking trends and consumer behaviour in 2024
A recent survey - ‘PATA Polls’* - conducted by Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA UK & Ireland) this month, has provided interesting insights into the ‘late booking’ market and consumer behaviour in 2024.
“Mind the Gap: Women & Diversity in Hospitality” event to be held at SAii Laguna Phuket in August
Phuket Hotels Association and C9 Hotelworks will continue to drive the agenda for equality, diversity and inclusivity in the hospitality industry as it hosts the second annual edition of “Mind the Gap: Women & Diversity in Hospitality”
International travellers to Europe prioritise safety and quality this summer
Enthusiasm for travel is rising in key international markets, with 59% of respondents interested in overseas trips for summer 2024 — a notable 9% increase compared to 2019.
Spiros Alysandratos steps down from ATIA Board after 16 years as a Director
The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) announces that Spiros Alysandratos will be stepping down from the Board on Wednesday, June 19, concluding 16 years as a Director.
WTTC: Saudi Arabia’s travel & tourism breaks all records
The World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) 2024 Economic Impact Research (EIR) has revealed a record-breaking year for Travel & Tourism in Saudi Arabia, with new records in GDP contribution, sector jobs and visitor spend.
PATA Nepal Chapter elects New Executive Committee and honors industry pioneers at 45th AGM
Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Nepal Chapter successfully concluded its 45th Annual General Meeting at Park Village Resort under the theme “Nepal Tourism 2.0: Charting the Future Course.”
Phuket Hotels Association goes live with “absolutely fabulous travel sale” to raise funds for hospitality students
Phuket Hotels Asociation, the non-profit organisation of hoteliers focused on creating a sustainable future for Phuket, has announced that its “Absolutely Fabulous Travel Sale” is back with an amazing array of prizes.
SEAHIS 2024 from 10-11 June at Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit
This is the 7th edition of the South East Asia Hotel Investors’ Summit (SEAHIS) 2024 which is being held from 10-11 June, 2024 at the Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit.
Emirates, IATA and Airbus launch an enhanced A350 type rating conversion course for pilots
Emirates, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and Airbus have joined forces to deliver an enhanced Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) programme for the A350 type rating, as the airline prepares for the delivery of 65 A350s from mid-2024.
WTAAA applauds American Airlines’ NDC strategy shift
The World Travel Agency Association (WTAAA) applauds American Airlines for its willingness to listen to the travel agency community's concerns and take decisive action.
HRAWI conducts FSSAI’s FOSTAC programme in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
The Hotel and Restaurant Association (Western India) – HRAWI recently conducted an extensive Food Safety Supervisor Training in Advance Catering (FoSTaC) programme, in partnership with the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI).
Scottish Passenger Agents’ Association condemns Edinburgh Council’s radical clamp-down on fossil-fuel advertising
The Scottish Passenger Agents' Association (SPAA) has announced its strong opposition to a highly controversial Edinburgh Council decision that bans the advertising of high carbon products on council infrastructure.
WTTC: Travel & Tourism in Germany is still trailing European neighbours
The World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) 2024 Economic Impact Research (EIR) has revealed a much slower recovery of Germany’s Travel & Tourism sector compared to other key European destinations.
Turkish Airlines and UN Tourism to forge strategic partnership for Sustainable Tourism
Turkish Airlines, and The World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism), the agency of the United Nations and leading public international organization in tourism, sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)
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