Author: Shawon Hannan
New Foundation to support young British ski talent in the buildup to the 2026 Milan-Cortina Olympics Key supporters include Gareth Williams, founder of Skyscanner, Nick Robinson, CEO of Maison Sport and Grammy-nominated Director, Sam Wrench GB Snowsport has launched the GBS Alpine Foundation, a new initiative to support young British ski talent in the buildup to the 2026 Milan-Cortina Olympics and beyond. The fund will provide supporters with a means to directly impact the efforts of Britain’s high-performance Alpine ski team and will importantly support the sport’s most promising young British talent. The longer-term aim will then be to support some…
From smart traffic management to predictive maintenance, AI is quickly transforming the UK’s transportation landscape, reshaping how we navigate roads, rails, and skies. Highlighting the transformative potential of AI on transportation Peter Slater, CEO of ground transportation company CMAC Group, shares how to better understand and implement AI-driven innovations, offering businesses powerful tools to improve passenger experience and streamline operations. Smarter Fleet ManagementWhile managing a fleet is complex, Slater explains that AI makes it possible to monitor vehicle performance and allocate resources with precision, saying: “AI tools give fleet managers a real-time overview, helping them track maintenance needs and allocate vehicles…
With millions of people heading abroad every year, there are plenty of scams that prey upon vulnerable travelers and aim to take advantage of them. This usually involves extorting or stealing money in some way, which can be a huge risk for holidaymakers, gap year students, and anyone traveling to a foreign country. Kayla Anzalone, Director of Marketing for student travel company Rustic Pathways has offered some essential tips to help you both recognize and avoid some of the most common travel scams, in case you are targeted by any of them on your next trip. Fake booking scams When…
Research by insurer Aviva indicates a trend for international day trips with over a third (35%) – equivalent to almost 19 million Brits – having either travelled or planning to travel to another country for the day. One in four (24%) have already visited another country for the day with a further 12% planning to do so in the future. Younger generations are the most likely to make the most of day trips with over half (58%) of Gen Z (18–27-year-olds) having either already done so, or planning to in the future. According to the research, the average traveller expects…
Seaside Finolhu Baa Atoll Maldives welcomes Julia Görges and Wesley Koolhof to their resort for January’s LUX Tennis Star Event. Earlier this year, Seaside Finolhu Baa Atoll Maldives announced the presence of LUX Tennis at their resort, bringing professional tennis coaches to the resort to offer a bespoke coaching programme consisting of private and group lessons. Playing on a state-of-the-art court surrounded by Baa Atoll’s tropical foliage, guests at Finolhu have the opportunity to develop their game and enjoy a unique tennis experience. Now, Finolhu is building on its LUX Tennis partnership with their Tennis Stars Events in January 2025. …
An enchanting city break just two hours from London, with exclusive benefits for American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts members. As the days grow shorter and temperatures drop, UK travellers seeking a winter city escape can look to Split, Croatia—a hidden gem just two hours from London, where mild temperatures, rich culture, and historic charm await. Nestled along the beautiful Dalmatian Coast, Hotel Ambasador in Split offers the ideal base for a winter city break, combining coastal relaxation with the vibrant energy of a Mediterranean city that thrives in the off-season. As an American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts member,…
TravelPerk, the hyper-growth business travel management platform, today announced a significant appointment to its Board of Directors: Eliran Glazer, current CFO at monday.com [NASDAQ: MNDY]. Glazer is a well-regarded financial leader who brings a wealth of knowledge and business acumen from decades of experience scaling hyper-growth technology companies including monday.com, Nex and Traiana. Glazer will serve as the Chair of TravelPerk’s Audit Committee and join its Board of Directors. 2024 has been a year of significant growth and investment for TravelPerk alongside acquiring AmTrav. TravelPerk is now positioned with a significant capital base and the necessary foundations to drive business…
A new study has revealed Istanbul’s top neighbourhoods to experience authentic Turkish cuisine this Christmas, with the Beyoğlu and Fatih districts emerging as the premier destinations for traditional dining. The research, conducted by travel experts Istanbul Tickets and Tours, analysed 6,369 restaurants listed as ‘Turkish’ on TripAdvisor, evaluating the number of Turkish restaurants per 100,000 residents and their average ratings to identify the best districts for traditional cuisine. The best neighbourhood for traditional Istanbul cuisine is Beyoğlu, boasting 143.65 Turkish restaurants per 100,000 residents and an average restaurant rating of 4.27 out of five, according to visitors. Renowned for its…
For this year’s Black Friday, Hurtigruten, the leading name in Norwegian coastal cruising since 1893, are offering up to 50% off selected Coastal Express sailings (on departures between 1 December 2024 and 13 May 2025) and 25% off selected North Cape Line all-inclusive voyages (on departures between 9 December 2024 and 2 May 2025). These exclusive savings apply to popular routes, including the 12-day Coastal Express journey from Bergen to Kirkenes and the 14-day North Cape Line from Oslo to Honningsvåg. Additional northbound and southbound routes from Tromsø, Bergen, and Kirkenes are also included, with voyages ranging from six to fourteen days. “Our Black Friday offers are the…
As the Christmas season approaches, UK travellers are already facing rising delays and disruptions. Because of this, overcrowded trains, ongoing industrial action, and the general chaos of the season are likely to lead to more forgotten belongings as passengers rush to their destinations. With up to 400 works scheduled across the rail network, travellers are urged to plan ahead and double-check their belongings before stepping off the train to avoid adding to the pile of lost items this festive season. Due to these findings, My Baggage, luggage shipping experts, analysed data from Missingx.com to reveal the 10 items you’re most likely…