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a&o Heidelberg: Europe’s largest hostel group expands in Germany
After opening new hostels in Brighton (August 2024), Antwerp (October 2024), and Brussels (December 2024), a&o Hostels, Europe’s largest hostel chain, is expanding further with the acquisition of a&o Heidelberg.
Visit Gniezno’s 2025 heritage celebrations in Poland
The perfect trip for history buffs and anyone looking for somewhere new and unique to visit in 2025, Gniezno is the latest Polish destination to show off its good looks to city break fans.
Visitor levy confirmed, with transition period delay for business
City of Edinburgh Council has acted on UKHospitality Scotland’s recommendation to delay when accommodation businesses have to start collecting levy funds.
Malaysia Airlines brings its “Time For” campaign to London’s streets
Malaysia Airlines takes its new Time For campaign to the streets of London, unveiling a fleet of branded taxis to captivate the city's vibrant audience.
Eurostar reports record growth in 2024
Eurostar has achieved significant growth in 2024, reporting a +5% increase in passenger numbers compared to 2023.
ForwardKeys releases Lunar New Year travel trends report
Travel research group ForwardKeys presents its travel trends report for the Lunar New Year, showing significant post-pandemic changes.
DidaTravel presents Lunar New Year travel trends report
Global travel distribution company DidaTravel released a report on the key travel trends for the Lunar New Year on Wednesday, 22nd January.
Philippines seeks to draw tourists in from Europe, India, and Middle East
The Philippines is refocusing its tourism efforts for 2025 in order to woo tourists from Europe, India, and the highly-coveted Middle East luxury market.
Vienna’s tourism sector witnessed 18.9 million Bednights in 2024
Vienna’s tourism sector reported its strongest ever performance in 2024, with 18.9 million bednights (up 9% on 2023) and record revenue from overnight stays.
Fairmont La Hacienda Costa del Sol to open with 213 keys in February 2025
Located in the stunning province of Cádiz, this luxury resort is set to redefine hospitality along the renowned Costa del Sol and will be Fairmont’s flagship property in Spain.
TAP carried 16 million passengers in 2024
TAP Air Portugal carried 16.1 million passengers in 2024, a 1.6% increase from the previous year.
Loganair selected as Orkney inter-islands transport provider for four more years
The UK’s largest regional airline, Loganair, has been appointed as the official transport provider for the inter-islands air service between Kirkwall, Orkney and the islands of Papa Westray, North Ronaldsay, Westray, Sanday, Stronsay and Eday
Book your last-minute ski getaway at Sir Richard Branson’s Swiss Chalet, The Lodge
The Lodge, Sir Richard Branson's luxurious mountain chalet in Verbier, is offering guests looking for a last-minute snowy escape the opportunity to book individual rooms during select dates between now and the end of the season.
Virtuoso supports the “Realize the Dream” initiative
Virtuoso, the global network specialising in luxury and experiential travel, has committed to offering its staff the opportunity to give back to their favourite causes
Up Norway teams up with USA’s Norway House for Annual Group Trip, 23 May – 1 June
Up Norway, the curator of sustainable luxury travel experiences in Scandinavia, teams up with Norway House, a premier center for Norwegian arts, business, and culture in the United States, for another joint travel venture: Northern Horizons: A Norway House & Up Norway Experience.
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