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The Manx Jet Centre – the Isle of Man’s leading provider of private and business aviation services – is pleased to announce the appointment of Lisa Western as its new General Manager. Lisa assumes leadership as the Centre enters a crucial phase of modernisation and expansion under the management of Megacorp Aviation. Lisa Western brings extensive experience in aviation management and will oversee the Centre’s operations as it implements ambitious plans to modernise the Isle of Man’s only private jet terminal. Her leadership will ensure the Centre continues to deliver exceptional services while navigating this period of significant growth. Her…
From the midnight sun in the north to the dramatic fjords of the west, few places on earth offer such diverse landscapes as in Norway. Northern Norway Tourism Board and Fjord Norway combine dramatic scenery, coastal history, and northern adventure for an unforgettable experience. With Widerøe Airlines providing flights from Dublin, Brussels, Aberdeen, München and Hamburg to Bergen, with direct onward connections to Bodø and Tromsø, exploring Norway’s fjords and the Arctic North has never been easier. A History Shaped by Trade and Coastal LifeNorway’s history of seafaring trade has long connected the regions. Since the Middle Ages, they have…
Hotel chain Premier Inn has conducted an eye-tracking study to find out the UK’s most beautiful cities to visit this winter The historic city of York takes the top spot as the most beautiful winter city in the UK, as well as placing second globally, followed by Liverpool and London Two Scottish cities, Edinburgh and Aberdeen, also feature in the UK’s top five Just a stone’s throw away, Dublin places in the top three globally Further afield, Boston ranks in first, with Cologne (4th) and Stockholm (5th) also among the top five With the latter part of the year rapidly approaching, and the temperature…
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…