Hotel giant promises global change Accor has committed itself to removing all single-use plastics in guest experiences by the end of 2022, joining the Global Tourism Plastics initiative led by the United Nations Environment Progamme,…
Travel 2 embarks on Thailand campaign
Trade only operator launches Thailand initiative Travel 2 has partnered with Tourism Authority Thailand for its latest trade campaign, which sees agents given the chance to earn T2Rewards on every Thailand booking until 28 February.…
BA to fly to San Sebastian
British flag carrier announces flight to foodie destination British Airways is boosting its short-haul network this summer with a new route to San Sebastian in northern Spain’s mountainous Basque Country. The service, which will fly…
Coral Expeditions extends Australia partnership
Coral Expeditions and Australian Geographic have extended their expedition partnership through to 2022 and announced four new expedition voyages. Jeff Giles, Coral Expeditions’ commercial director, said the two companies share common values and a commitment…
British Airways and China Southern Airlines join forces
British Airways and China Southern Airlines have signed a joint business agreement that offers a greater choice of flights, more destinations between the UK and China, and enhanced frequent flyer benefits from January 2. The…
Boeing halts production of deadly 737 Max aircraft
Boeing has announced that it will temporarily halt production of its 737 Max airliner. Production of the aircraft had continued despite the model being grounded for nine months following two fatal crashes that killed 346…
Northern Ireland launches experiential travel campaign
Tourism Northern Ireland has launched its “Embrace A Giant Spirit” campaign, which features 23 new experiences designed for group and FIT organisers that offer compelling reasons to visit. Julie Wakley, head of GB at Tourism…
Tenerife promotes sustainable future
Main objective at WTM is to facilitate increase in British tourists, says Tenerife government. By Anthony Pearce Tenerife's main tourism objective is to promote sustainable holidays to British tourists, the new government has said. The…
British tourists rise 20% in Jordan
Rise comes on the back of new easyJet route The number of Brits travelling to Jordan has increased by 20 per cent year-on-year, according to the country's tourism minister. Speaking at WTM London, H.E. Mrs…