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EasyJet launches five new winter routes from Birmingham airport
New winter sun routes include Marrakech and Hurghada, while festive favourites like Reykjavik, Prague and Krakow join easyJet’s BHX network
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Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky to promote tourism in Abu Dhabi
The Hollywood A-listers have been recruited by the tourist board to star in a new two-year promotion, which will showcase the destination’s range of experiences.
Celestyal revamps fare structure in response to customer feedback
The Greek Islands specialist’s new Celestyal One fare includes the cruise fare, WiFi, coffee, tea, water and juice, soft drinks, port fees, taxes and gratuities. Plus, the line is also adding cabins to Celestyal Discovery in the coming months
Egypt 'can't grow as projected until there is peace in the region'
The Israel-Gaza conflict has stunted the destination’s growth this year, according to Egypt’s new minister of tourism and antiquities
Palestine ready to welcome 'a different kind of tourist’ once war ends
Tourism in Palestine is set to look vastly different after the war in Gaza, with UK travellers in particular looking to increase spend in local communities according to the state’s tourism chief
Dubai keen to 'change the narrative' around safety and accessibility
The emirate has enjoyed a record number of arrivals, but tourism chief says she wants to ensure everyone feels welcome
Israel begins laying the ground for tourists' return at WTM London
Israel has returned to WTM London after withdrawing last year following the 7 October attacks by Hamas
Celestyal acquires former Holland America Line vessel Ryndam
Celestyal vows not to discount 'core' products ahead of debut Arabian Gulf season
The Greek Islands specialist is expanding operations into the Arabian Gulf at the end of November 2024
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Tunisia shifts tourism focus in fight to guard against overtourism
The north African country wants to make tourism more equitable as it seeks to pre-empt overtourism concerns
Jordan seeks to shore up reputation for 'calm' amid all-out war in Gaza
Jordan Tourism Board managing director Dr Abed Al-Razzaq Arabiyat tells TTG the country has managed to retain tourist numbers despite the war in Gaza
Jordan targets new markets to balance out geopolitical impact
Jordan Tourism Board managing director, Dr Abed Al Razzaq Arabiyat, updates TTG on the destination’s tourism strategy, ahead of appearing at WTM London
Middle East crisis prompts FCDO winter sun alerts and EU airspace warning
Foreign Office issues new advice for Egypt, Tunisia and Morocco among others, while the EU has advised airlines against entering Israeli and Lebanese airspace
Top 5: The best luxury hotels advisors need to know this week
Our roundup of this week’s best luxury properties is back.
‘It's our take on the ‘where next?’ culture’: Intrepid Travel reveals 2025 Not Hot List
Intrepid Travel has named the 10 destinations on its latest Not Hot List as part of its efforts to divert tourists away from overtourism hotspots
Virgin Atlantic firms up plans to resume flying to Canada next year
Heathrow-Toronto flights will resume on 30 March 2025 and will be operated as part of a joint venture with SkyTeam partners Delta Air Lines, Air France and KLM – and in partnership too with Canada’s WestJet
Industry veterans Kevin Coles and Andy Speight join forces to launch trade-only brand
Former Travel 2 exec Kevin Coles joins forces with Travelgenix boss Andy Speight to launch new online operator aimed exclusively at agents
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Celestyal to operate 'non-commercial' sailings in place of axed Red Sea cruises
Celestyal Journey’s maiden Arabian Gulf season now comprises of nine seven-night Desert Days sailings between November 2024 and March 2025, with the option to embark in either Doha, Abu Dhabi or Dubai
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Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort: between Morocco and the world
Located 56 miles south of Casablanca, Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort is a bridge between Morocco and the rest of the world, offering something for every palate
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Dorchester sales director reveals the ‘huge risk’ that paid off for Dubai debut
The luxury hotel group opened its first Middle Eastern property in the UAE city earlier this year.
EasyJet to return to Luxor this winter for first time in a decade
Twice-weekly Gatwick-Luxor will start on 11 November, departing on Mondays and Thursdays
Explore launches ‘Upgraded’ range featuring premium hotels and experiences
Adventure specialist Explore Worldwide has debuted 18 ’Upgraded’ tours with premium hotels and experiences spanning four continents
Celestyal to deploy new ship to operate expanded Arabian Gulf programme
The Greek islands specialist has announced Celestyal Discovery will join Celestyal Journey in the Arabian Gulf for the winter 2025 season
Gold Medal ‘to transform travel trade landscape’ with new booking platform
Gold Medal says it will cut agents’ admin with new technology tie-up with Inspiretec that will automate the inputting of booking data
Jules Verne team with Tarek Imam
‘Help us shift perceptions about Egypt with the travelling public’
Jules Verne unites with its DMC to call for the trade’s support in selling the destination, which has suffered because of its proximity to the escalated conflict.