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Amilla Maldives Celebrates Recognition in Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Awards 2025

Amilla Maldives has been recognised among the top 10% of hotels worldwide in Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Awards 2025. This recognition reflects the heartfelt reviews shared by guests, showcasing the warm, welcoming spirit Amilla strives to nurture with every stay.


The Travellers’ Choice Awards celebrate the voices of travellers who share their experiences with the world, and Amilla

Hotel Del Coronado Is Fully Restored After Six-Year

When ownership made the decision to renovate its historic Hotel del Coronado (a member of Hilton’s Curio Collection) – lovingly referred to as The Del – in Southern California, the decision makers realized the importance of reviving the property’s early aesthetic. (The historic architect behind the design choices chose the years 1888 to 1948 for inspiration.)


Though the six-year project

Marriott’s 300th hotel in Canada opens in downtown Montreal

Marriott International has reached a major milestone with the opening of its 300th property in Canada — the Moxy Montreal Downtown.


Located on rue Saint-Jacques, steps from Old Montreal and bustling Sainte-Catherine and Notre-Dame streets, the hotel brings the brand’s signature playful energy to the heart of the city. Aimed at travellers seeking a vibrant, social experience, the brand

Radisson Hotel Group welcomes the first Radisson RED to Thailand

Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the opening of Radisson RED Phuket Patong Beach, marking the brand’s introduction to the country with a vibrant, game-changing resort that redefines hospitality through bold design, immersive experiences, and a dynamic social atmosphere. Located just 200 meters from the iconic Patong Beach, the 388-room property captures the energetic spirit of Phuket, seamlessly

Cross Hotels signs two hotels in Batam

Cross Hotels & Resorts has signed two lifestyle hotels in Batam, Indonesia: Cross Batam The Mix and Cross Vibe Batam The Mix. 


Located within The Mix, a landmark 5-in-1 integrated complex in Pasir Putih, Batam Centre, this dual-branded project is being developed by PT MIG Putra Indonesia, a joint venture between PURI Group Indonesia and Rima Properties Group Malaysia.


The

Sharjah to Celebrate International Museum Day from May 15 to 22

Sharjah will mark International Museum Day with a vibrant cultural and entertainment programme and free entry to all city museums.


Recognised by UNESCO as the Cultural Capital of the Arab World, Sharjah traditionally celebrates International Museum Day with exceptional flair.


From May 15 to 22, 2025, all municipal museums will host free educational and recreational events, hands-on

Bare Essentials Banned: Croatia Cracks Down on Tourist Attire

The Croatian island of Hvar has joined countries like Mexico, India, and Spain in introducing stricter tourist dress codes.


Hvar now mandates that tourists follow specific clothing guidelines in public spaces, religious sites, and historical landmarks.


What are the new dress code regulations?

Like many places with recognised dress codes, Croatia ensures visitors respect

TAP and Etihad agree frequent flyer partnership
14.05.2025 TourBusiness

TAP Air Portugal and Etihad Airways have agreed a frequent flyer partnership enabling members of the TAP Miles&Go and Etihad Guest loyalty programmes to earn and redeem their respective currency on either carrier.


The partnership follows the codeshare deal struck between the two airlines in 2023 not long after Etihad introduced non-stop flights between Lisbon and its Abu Dhabi hub.


“We’re

London to London: Air Canada takes you to a home away from home

Travel with Air Canada, Canada’s largest airline and flag carrier, from London to London, both situated on their very own River Thames.


With Air Canada, customers can visit their home away from home and explore the rich cultural heritage of a familiar sounding city with a completely different culture.

London - located in Southwest Ontario - is served by Toronto Pearson Airport, meaning

Experience Thai Healing Rituals During the Green Season at Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai

As one of the few Michelin 3 Keys hotels in Thailand, Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai celebrates its pride of place in Northern Thailand for three decades. Tucked away into a lush valley of rice fields and cradled by the majestic peaks of Doi Suthep, the resort is an infinite source of nature’s energy and healing. With the onset of spring followed by the green season, the setting is even more alluring,

National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions Unveil First European River Cruise Itineraries
14.05.2025 EuropeCruises

Early-access bookings are now open for National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions’ newly announced river cruises.


Past guests of National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions can now make reservations for two new eight-day itineraries scheduled to set sail on the Rhine starting in April 2026. Bookings for members of the public open May 20.


The voyages will be offered aboard the new

Want to move to Asia? Here’s who is eligible for the Philippines’ new digital nomad visa
14.05.2025 PhilippinesVisas

 While applications aren't yet open, the programme is expected to launch in the coming months.

If you’ve dreamed of living and working in one of the many paradisiacal destinations in the Philippines, now might be your chance to make that dream a reality.


The country is launching a new digital nomad visa, which will allow remote workers to stay for up to two years.


President

InterContinental Shanghai Dives Deep into Five-Star Fantasy

Every once in a while, a hotel is designed to break with the traditional perception of what a hotel should be and establish an entirely new concept in accommodation. And so it is with InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland, an iconoclastic property famous years before it even opened, such was the buzz over its design and construction. Built down the side of an abandoned quarry, this stunning InterContinental

Premier Inn continues hub expansion in London

Premier Inn has continued its expansion in London after securing a vacant office block close to the city’s South Bank area.


The budget brand said that it planned to convert Dorset House in Stamford Street into a 400-room hub by Premier Inn. The project will be subject to planning permission and Premier Inn’s owner Whitbread has not revealed any planned opening date for the new hotel.


Hub

Italy reveals top attraction of 2024

The Colosseum and its archaeological park continue to be a major draw for both Italian and international visitors. With nearly 15 million visitors (14,733,395) and over 100 million euros in revenue (€101,902,884.50), it remains the most visited site or museum in Italy in 2024, taking the gold medal, CE Report quotes ANSA.


According to data from SISTAN, the statistical service of the Ministry

Old Algarve waterpark to be transformed

An old water park in Altura, in the municipality of Castro Marim, which has been abandoned since the 1990s, will be transformed into three small rural tourism units.


“For many years, a solution has been sought for the old facilities of the Aqualine water park, in Altura, which closed a few decades ago”, reads a statement from the municipality in the district of Faro.


According

Holland America Unveils “Culinary Ambassador” Cruises
14.05.2025 CruisesCruises

Holland America Line is unveiling a new lineup of “Culinary Ambassador” cruises that combine the line’s destination-focused itineraries and a robust lineup of culinary programming. The sailings, which are available on segments of Grand Voyages, as well as select other departures in 2025 and 2026 will each be hosted by one of Holland America’s culinary ambassadors.


The culinary ambassadors

Aman to open new island resort in the Bahamas

Aman has revealed it will open a new hotel and residences in Exuma, The Bahamas. Amancaya will be set across two of the Exumas’ most secluded private cays, known for their white-sand beaches and world-class diving. Meaning ‘peaceful island’ in Taíno, the property will comprise of a 36-pavilion Aman hotel and limited collection of fully-serviced Aman Residences.


The addition of Amancaya

SeaWorld Orlando Officially Opens Expedition Odyssey

SeaWorld Orlando is thrilled to announce that its groundbreaking, dynamic and immersive Arctic experience, Expedition Odyssey, is now officially open. This first-of-its-kind in the world attraction that combines cutting-edge ride technology, breathtaking all-real-world footage and close-up encounters with Arctic wildlife to deliver the most immersive Arctic experience ever created. As guests disembark

Rosewood Hotels unveils first property in Amsterdam

Upmarket hotel brand Rosewood Hotels has opened its long-awaited property in central Amsterdam.


Rosewood Amsterdam is housed in the historic 17th century former Palace of Justice, which is located within the city’s Canal District.


The building has undergone 10 years of renovation before reopening as a 134-room hotel. The property also features five houses for “residential inspired”

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