Premier Inn Middle East has celebrated its most profitable year in history during the 2024 Moon & Stars Awards held at the esteemed Emirates Aviation College in Dubai. Appeared first on: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
Archives for 26/03/2024
Elite Havens Welcomes Beachfront Villa Anda to its Phuket Portfolio
Elite Havens, Asia’s premier luxury villa rental company, proudly unveils Villa Anda, an opulent six-bedroom retreat nestled along the pristine shores of Phuket’s Kamala Beach. Appeared first on: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
The first-ever Malta Biennale, where ancient history meets contemporary art
The inaugural Malta Biennale gathers artists from around the world to examine contemporary issues, offering a new way of seeing the island’s stunning cultural heritage. Strategically located at the crossroads between Southern Europe and North Africa, the small island of Malta has historically been a valuable outpost in the Mediterranean.For centuries, it was conquered incessantly – starting … [Read more...]
Don’t let a fear of flying hold you back: These destinations can be reached from Europe by ferry
Taking the ferry also means you can take your car or pets on holiday with you. A fear of flying can leave you feeling you are limited to just domestic destinations - especially if going abroad requires crossing a sea or ocean.But as ferries rise in popularity, even the most aviation-adverse travellers can easily get where they want to go. As a bonus, they could also allow you to take your car … [Read more...]
Ukraine ramps up spending on homemade weapons to help repel Russia
Though the country's defence sector has transformed impressively, Ukraine stands no chance of defeating Russia without massive support from the West, according to experts. Ukraine needs any edge it can get to repel Russia from its territory. One bright spot is its small but fast-growing defence industry, which the government in Kyiv is flooding with money in the hopes that homemade … [Read more...]
Total eclipse of the art: How the disappearing sun has long captivated the creative imagination
The upcoming 8 April total solar eclipse, which for a few minutes will appear to many North Americans to have extinguished the sun, is already casting a wide shadow. A quarter of US citizens are expected to journey to various locations where the eclipse can be seen at its most complete - not to mention the legions of skygazers planning to travel in from abroad.But why is this event, which will … [Read more...]
EU banks under attack over funds to ecosystem wreckers
Banks including Santander, BNP Paribas and Deutsche Bank are among the financial institutions accused of funding companies destroying ecosystems. Several major European banks could potentially be contributing to ecosystem destruction and extinction, according to a study published by Milieudefensie (Friends of the Earth Netherlands), Greenpeace International and Harvest. The study, named … [Read more...]
US and Israel tensions rise over Gaza
Netanyahu has cancelled a visit to the US to protest a UN Security Council decision calling for an immediate ceasefire which the US allowed to pass. Tensions have risen between the US and Israel ahead of a meeting between the two countries' defence ministers. US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin will meet with Israel's minister of defence on Tuesday and discuss ways to defeat Hamas other … [Read more...]
Finland spends most on housing of all OECD countries
Finland spends 24% of its total expenditure on housing, followed closely by the UK, according to new data published by British thinktank the Resolution Foundation - higher than the EU average of 15%. The data combined the cost of actual rents paid with an estimate of the cost of housing owners would pay if they rented their home on the open market - known as “imputed rent”. Housing in Poland, … [Read more...]
Half of Europeans disapprove of EU migration policy and demand stronger border controls, poll shows
Europeans give a thumbs down to the European Union's efforts to control irregular migration and demand stronger border controls. This is one of the eye-catching takeaways from an exclusive Euronews poll conducted by Ipsos among almost 26,000 respondents across 18 member states ahead of the elections to the European Parliament, which will be held between 6 and 9 June.The first-of-its-kind … [Read more...]
Latest news bulletin | March 26th – Morning
Top News Stories Today Updated: 26/03/2024 - 07:11 Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. ...More Appeared first on: euronews.com … [Read more...]
Regimes, rebels and social change: Interview with Iranian dissident Masih Alinejad
Masih Alinejad has been persecuted by the Iranian government for decades for speaking out against women’s rights violations in Iran. Now, she is urging people to unite against gender apartheid. After the 1979 Islamic Revolution, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khomeini began a harsh assault on women's rights. Today, Iranian women are subject to strict dress codes, including the … [Read more...]
As sea levels and temperatures rise, Washington D.C’s iconic cherry blossoms are under threat
Beloved social media star ‘Stumpy the Cherry Blossom’ is among the casualties. Washington D.C. is famed for its iconic springtime cherry blossoms.But 100 of them - including the social media phenomenon ‘Stumpy’ - are destined to be chopped down.It's part of a multiyear restoration of their Tidal Basin home, which is being battered by climate change - from rising sea levels to rising … [Read more...]
Spotlight Interview: Prince Thampi, Founder and CEO of Hudini
3.26.2024 As the founder and CEO of Hudini, a global provider of smart hotel solutions, Prince Thampi has dedicated the past six years to helping hotels improve the guest experience. Before Hudini’s inception in 2018, Thampi’s career was rooted in technology and consulting, with over a decade at Arowana Consulting and in various leadership roles including CEO and Managing Director at Macro … [Read more...]
Rising Sales Leaders Discuss Mastering Efficiency: Optimizing Calendars and Emails for Productivity & By Jake Moreland
Many of us grapple with the constant influx of emails and the pressure to stay organized and responsive, which can lead to the overwhelming feeling of email anxiety or stress. In our fast&paced industry and constant connectivity, managing email and calendar schedules effectively has become a crucial aspect of maintaining productivity and well&being. Appeared first on: … [Read more...]
AHLA Foundation Announces 2024 Board of Trustees
Julienne Smith, Chief Development Officer, Americas at IHG Hotels & Resorts was appointed Chair of the Board, succeeding RLJ Lodging Trust Chief Operating Officer and EVP Tom Bardenett. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Global Tourism & It's (not Only) About Technology
Global tourism faces unprecedented challenges: climate crisis, skills shortage, digitalization. Yet, at ITB Berlin Convention 2024, the industry showcased confidence and pioneering spirit. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
390 Room InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk Hotel to Open This Summer
Appoints Stefan Gruvberger as General Manager Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Radisson Hotel Group Accelerates Expansion in Morocco with the Target of 25 Hotels by 2030
As Morocco continues to be a crucial market for development, the Group is accelerating its expansion in the country and has therefore extended the portfolio of Erwan Garnier, Senior Director for Development, to include Morocco. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]