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UNWTO set to bribe 34 Countries over Dinner, Georgia Style
Juergen T Steinmetz- January 16, 2021In a top-secret move by the World Tourism Organization, a dinner designed to bribe 34 countries was just added to ... Read More
Redefining the way the world goes on vacation
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- January 15, 2021Legendary Jamaican entrepreneur Gordon “Butch” Stewart, one of the hospitality industry’s most vibrant personalities and founder of Sandals Resorts International, ... Read More
Costa Cruises floats out new Costa Toscana cruise ship
Harry S. Johnson- January 15, 2021Italian cruise line's new LNG ship will be delivered in December Read More
5 reasons to expect cruise ship travel to surge in 2021
Harry S. Johnson- January 15, 2021Five favorable cruise industry trends predicted for 2021 Read More
Holland America Line opens bookings for Europe 2022 cruises
Harry S. Johnson- January 15, 2021Four Holland America Line's ships span Europe on itineraries ranging from seven to 21 days Read More
Salt Lake City convention hotel on track for fall 2022 opening
Harry S. Johnson- January 12, 2021Estimated to cost $377 million, Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City is scheduled to be completed and hosting its first guests ... Read More
COVID-19 pandemic has cost global tourism industry $935 billion
Harry S. Johnson- January 12, 2021COVID-19 pandemic has had a huge financial impact on tourism globally, affecting all countries around the world, as well as ... Read More
IHG Owners Association announces new CEO
Harry S. Johnson- January 12, 2021John Muehlbauer Appointed Chief Executive Officer of the IHG Owners Association Read More
New dual General Manager appointed at The Ritz-Carlton Resorts of Miami Beach
Harry S. Johnson- January 11, 2021Jacqueline “Jackie” Volkart has been named GM of Ritz-Carlton, South Beach and Ritz-Carlton, Bal Harbour Read More
The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes unveils $30 million renovation and redesign
Harry S. Johnson- January 11, 2021The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes will also be renovating its beautiful sprawling pool and cabanas and the luxe Ritz-Carton Club ... Read More
British Virgin Islands helps pay for your private jet
Juergen T Steinmetz- January 10, 2021Traveling on a private jet is out of reach for most people, but it's a safe way to travel. The ... Read More
Carnival Cruises cancels all US operations through March 31, 2021
Harry S. Johnson- January 6, 2021Carnival Cruise Line notifies guests of cruise cancellations, offers future cruise credit or full refund Read More
Princess Cruises extends operations pause through May 14, 2021
Harry S. Johnson- January 6, 2021Princess Cruises extending the pause of guest cruise vacations on ships sailing through mid-May Read More
Holland America Line extends pause in cruise operations
Harry S. Johnson- January 6, 2021Holland America Line announced the extension its pause of cruise operations for Alaska, Mexican Riviera, Pacific Coast, Caribbean, Mediterranean and ... Read More
Optimizing Smoke Detection for hotels & resorts
Juergen T Steinmetz- January 6, 2021Hospitality Industry: Aspirating smoke detection enhances safety, eases Inspection and maintenance. The answer is how to optimize smoke detectors. Read More
P&O Cruises Australia extends New Zealand operations pause
Harry S. Johnson- January 5, 2021P&O Cruises Australia is extending its rolling pause in operations in New Zealand to departures on and before 25 April, ... Read More
Walt Disney World Resort is accepting visitors back for so many reasons
eTN Managing Editor- January 2, 2021Walt Disney World Resort has a magical promise21 reasons outlined by Disney why to visit Disney World ResortsGet Excited for Even ... Read More
Chinese hotels recovering much better than the rest of the world
Harry S. Johnson- December 31, 2020Coronavirus pandemic decimated global hospitality industry worldwide, but the speed of post-COVID-19 hotel performance recovery apparently depends on the location. ... Read More
Profit plunge has hotel industry looking to brighter 2021
Harry S. Johnson- December 30, 2020As a fresh round of stricter COVID-related guidelines grip many parts of the world heading into the new year, the ... Read More
Fashion icon Pierre Cardin dies at 98
Chief Assignment Editor- December 29, 2020Legendary French fashion designer Pierre Cardin died on Tuesday at the age of 98, his family has confirmed. He died ... Read More
2020 Gay Travel Awards winners revealed!
Harry S. Johnson- December 29, 2020The 2020 Gay Travel Awards announced the winners today. In its fifth year, the Gay Travel Awards mission is to recognize ... Read More
French Dairy Board honors Middle East pastry chefs of the future in Dubai
Harry S. Johnson- December 28, 2020The French Dairy Board and the European Union, have once again proved its commitment to supporting the next generation of ... Read More
Sandals Resorts Announces Expansion to Curaçao
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- December 25, 2020Sandals Resorts International (SRI), the world's leading all-inclusive company, announced today the signing of an agreement that will bring Sandals® Resorts to ... Read More
Viking marks float out of first expedition ship
Harry S. Johnson- December 24, 2020Viking today announced its first expedition ship – the 378-guest Viking Octantis – was "floated out," marking a major construction ... Read More
Royal Caribbean Group announces new appointment to its Board of Directors
Harry S. Johnson- December 24, 2020Royal Caribbean Group today announced the appointment of Amy C. McPherson, former president and managing director of Europe for Marriott ... Read More
Four Seasons returns to Bangkok
Harry S. Johnson- December 18, 2020Rising above the majestic Chao Phraya River in the heart of Bangkok's Creative District is an enclave of tiered buildings, ... Read More
Centara Unveils New Cosi Krabi Ao Nang Beach
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- December 17, 2020Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, has debuted its COSI brand in southwest Thailand with the opening of ... Read More
Sandals Resorts Elevates All-Inclusive Portfolio
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- December 17, 2020Sandals Resorts International, the world's leading all-inclusive company, has officially unveiled the world's first-ever Swim-up Rondoval™ Suites and completely reimagined ... Read More
Rove La Mer Beach: New hotel opens in Dubai
Harry S. Johnson- December 15, 2020Rove La Mer Beach, a brand-new hotel, opened its doors on the sunny shores of Dubai’s iconic La Mer beachfront, ... Read More
New leadership team named for Hyatt Place Hyatt House Tampa
Harry S. Johnson- December 14, 2020HRI Lodging announces the appointment of Patrick J. Sorge as General Manager and Arsen Khodosov as Director of Sales and ... Read More
TIME opens Onyx Hotel Apartments in Dubai
Harry S. Johnson- December 14, 2020UAE-headquartered TIME Hotels Management has officially taken over the management of the Onyx Hotel Apartments in Al Qusais, Dubai, its ... Read More
Ring in the New Year in Thailand with Centara
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- December 10, 2020The end of the year is nearly upon us, so gather your family and friends and celebrate in style with ... Read More
Xisha Islands cruises resume in South China Sea
Harry S. Johnson- December 9, 2020The Nanhai Dream cruise ship with over 280 passengers on board left Hainan's Sanya today, marking the resumption of the ... Read More
Accor announces 2021 new hotels opening in Australia and New Zealand
Harry S. Johnson- December 9, 2020From the launch of the Mövenpick brand in Australia, to the first internationally recognized five-star hotel to be built in ... Read More
WTTC has a friend in Bahrain in the fight for Tourism Survival
Juergen T Steinmetz- December 9, 2020The new magic word to aid in global Travel & Tourism’s fight for survival is called SSTJ. WTTC says SSTJ ... Read More
Marriott to debut first AC Hotel in the Dominican Republic
Harry S. Johnson- December 8, 2020Marriott, together with investment firm EGI Business Group, adds to its growing portfolio in Latin America with the introduction of ... Read More
