Category Archives: Travel

29Jul/23

WELCOME TO DIS-LOYALTY — A NEW TRAVEL & FOOD MEMBERSHIP THAT BEATS BORING

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Ennismore, the global lifestyle hospitality company, launches Dis-loyalty – a game-changing travel and food membership that takes a different approach to loyalty by actively encouraging members to explore new destinations and rewarding them for being disloyal. Dis-loyalty is a unique programme dedicated to lifestyle, bringing together more than 75 hotels and 150 restaurants and bars from Ennismore’s collective of 10 globally renowned brands, including 25hours Hotels, Mama Shelter, The Hoxton, Mondrian and SLS. Continue reading

07Jul/23

How holidaying in developing countries affects local inequality

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A few years ago, one of us (Alex) went for a vacation to the Dominican Republic. The motivation was similar to millions of other tourists every year: escape the daily routine, enjoy the sun and beaches, and gather some strength to face another cold winter.

Unfortunately, a few things weren’t very conducive to a happy break. The staff at the mammoth hotel were making as little as US$1 (£0.79) for a 12-hour shift. Worse, most of them lived in a shanty town nearby. They had no sewers and no reliable electricity.

The hotel also exploited its power over local farmers to procure food exceedingly cheaply. Schools were overcrowded and many children dropped out to work in businesses like these hotels and farms, perpetuating the cycle.

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16Jun/23

IT’S NOT SO LONELY AT THE TOP: CELEBRITY CRUISES REVEALS DETAILS FOR ITS UPCOMING SHIP – CELEBRITY ASCENT

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Today, Celebrity Cruises unveils for the very first time details about what travelers can experience on board the brand’s newest resort at sea, Celebrity Ascent, once it launches this November. As one of the most awarded premium cruise lines, with the first ships to ever receive the coveted Forbes Travel Guide Star Rating, Celebrity Cruises is once again making waves with the arrival of its fourth Edge Series ship. Touted as one of the “Best New U.S. Cruises of 2023” by Conde Nast Traveler, Celebrity Ascent will be the newest ship based in South Florida for the 2023-2024 Caribbean season. Cruising out of Port Everglades in Ft. Lauderdale from December 2023 to April 2024, the stunning new ship will transport guests to some of the Caribbean’s most desired destinations like the Bahamas, Grand Cayman, Puerto Rico, and the British Virgin Islands, before departing to Europe for a summer of bucket-list Mediterranean cruises in Greece, Italy, Turkey, Spain and France. Continue reading

12Jun/23

Trip.com reveals the latest European travel data and preferences this summer

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Trip.com reveals an analysis of the emerging patterns and shifting preferences that define the European travel landscape this summer. As summer approaches, people worldwide are getting ready for their much-awaited vacations, hoping to make up for lost time. Trip.com data reveals that global summer bookings (June 1 – August 31) have surpassed 2019, with short-haul travel leading this summer. Overall, bookings on the Trip.com platform for Europe increased by 72% compared to the same period in 2022 and a whopping 609% in summer 2019. Continue reading

07Jun/23

Five Countries and Three New Itineraries Added to National Geographic Expeditions Portfolio of Global Destinations in 2024

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Travelers will soon have more exciting destinations and countries to explore with National Geographic Expeditions. Beginning in 2024, three new itineraries spanning five countries will be added to the leading global travel portfolio, all featuring the incredible access, deep knowledge and extraordinary storytelling that only National Geographic can provide. Travelers will be inspired by the insights, beauty, landscapes and architecture as they discover the wonders of the world. Continue reading

30May/23

London is the capital of the world

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May 30, 2023 /Lifestyle/ — Whether or not London is the capital of the world is a matter of opinion, but there is no doubt that it is a city with a lot to offer. It is a major financial center, a cultural hub, and a popular tourist destination. In the summer of 2023, London will host a number of world-class events, including the FA Cup Final, Beyoncé’s live tour, and Glastonbury Festival. These events will only add to London’s already vibrant atmosphere. Continue reading →

30May/23

Trip.com: Global Travellers Looking for Intra-Regional Summer Getaways

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With summer just around the corner, people from all corners of the globe are preparing for their upcoming travels, eager to make up for lost time. Trip.com data reveals that global travel bookings for the summer (June 1 – August 31) have already surpassed 2019 levels, with intra-regional travel leading the way. Continue reading