Tag: UPS
UNWTO and Barça Innovation Hub launch global Sports Tourism Start-up Competition
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in collaboration with Barça Innovation Hub (BIHUB) and with the support of the Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC), has announced the launch of the 1st ... Read More
Top holiday destinations for North American travelers
With the summer holidays coming , Agoda reveals Tokyo, London and Las Vegas continue to hold the top destination spots in 2019. Japan dominates Asia Pacific travelers' summer plans scooping ... Read More
United Airlines: Most eco-friendly commercial flight
United Airlines made history today – World Environment Day – with the departure of the Flight for the Planet, the most eco-friendly commercial flight of its kind in the history ... Read More
Tourism Marketing for the summer months
With June’s arrival, tourism professionals should have begun to think about the summer months. In much of the world, these coming months are high season. These can also be months ... Read More
Schiphol Airport: Do not travel during tomorrow’s public transport strike!
Due to the public transport strike no buses and trains will be running in the Netherlands. We expect high congestion on the roads to and from the airport. There is ... Read More
Silicon Valley Tech executive becomes CTO for Bidroom hotel platform
Maurizio Tripi has joined the Board of Directors of Bidroom - the no-commission hotel platform - to speed up the company’s technology innovation as the new Chief Technology Officer. Scalability ... Read More
Orlando welcomes a host of LGBTQ events from May and into June for Pride Month
Orlando, named the first-ever "City of the Year" by GayCites.com, promotes inclusivity with welcoming events, nightlife and activities. Orlando has also been named the world's top travel destination for summer ... Read More
Plane spotted in California has the size of a football field
The world's largest airplane made its first test flight on Saturday in California. Stratolaunch Systems Corporation, founded by Paul G. Allen, today successfully completed the first flight of the world’s largest all-composite aircraft, the Stratolaunch. With a dual fuselage design and wingspan greater ... Read More
From airport terminal to glamorous holiday destination: Designer pop-up shop
Marie France Van Damme, the Hong Kong-based designer known for her globally influenced line of luxury resort, swim, and ready-to-wear, continues to expand her presence worldwide with the opening of a ... Read More
Central Park: Not in New York – In Dusit Bangkok!
Dusit Thani Public Company Limited and Central Pattana Public Company Limited (CPN) have officially revealed the details of their collaboration to create a new city landmark and transform Bangkok’s major ... Read More
Seychelles eco-friendly tourism efforts put forward in Germany
Environment conservation efforts being made by Seychelles, and how tourists can join in the initiatives, were the focus points of a press conference organized by the Seychelles Tourism Board (STB) ... Read More
Singapore Airlines ups Johannesburg frequency
Effective March 31, Singapore Airlines (SQ) is permanently increasing capacity on the Johannesburg-Singapore route, with three additional flights on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. They will be on a permanent basis ... Read More
European Commission: Critical flaws in airline employment practices
A long-awaited wake-up call to EU Member States and an Expert Group are the two essential elements of the EU Commission’s new plan to prevent social abuses in aviation. Published ... Read More
Shocking statement by Southwest Airlines Pilots Association: A to B safely or not at all
Today, Captain Jon Weaks, president of the Southwest Airlines Pilots Association, issued a communication to the nearly 10,000 pilots represented by the association. In his communication, he provided additional context and ... Read More
Berlin Travel Festival 2019: Travel for the next generation
The Berlin Travel Festival kicks off on Friday, March 8 at Arena Berlin – and with over 120 exhibitors and more than 130 events, it’s sure to be a non-stop ... Read More
Everyone counts – ‘She Means Business’ digs into diversity at IMEX 2019
Carina Bauer, CEO of the IMEX Group, says: “The meetings industry has both a desire and a need to understand and reflect human diversity more fully. I believe that over ... Read More
Connect, learn, grow at Start-Up Innovation Camp 2019 World Tourism Forum Lucerne
Martin Barth, the Head of the World Tourism Forum Lucerne (WTFL) has confirmed that for the 4th time, World Tourism Forum Lucerne (WTFL) is organizing the Start-Up Innovation Camp in ... Read More
US Travel Advisory ups warning level for travel to Turkey
The U.S. Travel Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, today issued a "Level 3: Reconsider Travel" advisory for Turkey due to terrorism and arbitrary detentions with some areas having ... Read More
Hyatt Regency Nice Palais De La Méditerranée has been Green Globe Certified for the second consecutive year
With its strong commitment to the environment, the local community and the well-being of its employees, Hyatt Regency Nice Palais de la Méditerranée has been rewarded for the second consecutive ... Read More
‘Do not travel’: US State Department ups Venezuela travel warning to Level 4
The United States Department of State has raised its Venezuela travel advisory warning for US citizens to “do not travel,” citing civil unrest. The department issued the Level 4 red ... Read More
Dubai Tourism drops PRO card fee for hotels, tour companies and event organizers
Dubai Tourism has waived a mandatory requirement for hotel establishments, tourism companies and event organizers to obtain a Public Relations Officer (PRO) card prior to conducting industry transactions such as ... Read More
Africa’s top 10 tech start-ups selected for new Airbus Bizlab program
Airbus and the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) have announced the top 10 African tech start-ups that will take part in the latest Airbus Bizlab #Africa4Future accelerator program. They ... Read More
Simply Move: Munich Airport presents innovative mobility solutions of tomorrow
What will mobility look like in the future? This question is explored in a new exhibition: "Simply Move". Staged by bayern design, the Center of Excellence for Design of the ... Read More
Wow Venue: Booking and events start-up raises USD 1.5 million
Wow Venue is an online platform in India offering a venue booking solution for 2000+ venues across 12+ countries, for weddings, corporate, social and MICE events, supported by a professionally-trained ... Read More
Worldwide railway organisation concluded 4th UIC Digital Conference
UIC, the worldwide railway organization, organised the 4th edition of the UIC Digital Conference on 6 December in front of over 100 attendees. Mr Jean-Pierre LOUBINOUX, UIC Director General, underlined ... Read More
Hotel industry: Saying goodbye to 2018, ready for strong 2019
With the year coming to an end, Hotelbeds has prepared some testimonials about 2018, with insights about how the year has been for the hotel industry and forecast for 2019. ... Read More
Fed up with the 9-5? Best global cities to be a digital nomad
Recent analysis by online home rental company Spotahome has standardised the latest city and country-level data available. Read More
Israel: A vibrant market for hospitality investment
The inaugural Israel Hotel Investment Summit (IHIS) took place at the Hilton Tel Aviv in November 2018. Part of the International Hotel Investment Forum (IHIF), the conference created an environment ... Read More
First European Centurion Lounge to open at Heathrow Airport
American Express today announced plans to open a new location within its signature airport lounge network, The Centurion Lounge, at Heathrow. This will be American Express’ first Centurion Lounge in ... Read More
Asia winter forecast: Drought to continue from India to Singapore
As the record-challenging tropical season winds down following December, drought will continue in parts of Southeast Asia, while snow is forecast in some rather low-lying areas of China, the Korean ... Read More
Talking with Guam’s top underwater photographer
Guam resident Ernie Collier is a pilot for United Airlines, with a passion for diving and underwater photography. Read More
Plane crashes near Dubai airport shortly after takeoff
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – A UPS cargo plane with two crew members on board crashed shortly after takeoff Friday outside Dubai, officials said. Read More
Who would you rather give your money to – the airline or FedEx and UPS?
Facing fees of up to $50 to check in a piece of luggage when flying, some travelers have turned to shipping services to get their bags to their destination. Read More