Author: Shawon Hannan
A new study has revealed the most Instagrammable Christmas markets in Europe ahead of the Christmas season. Lifestyle magazine Dailybase gathered a list of the best Christmas markets across Europe and took to Instagram to analyse how many posts with associated hashtags had been uploaded for each one. Manchester, England, has been named the most Instagrammable Christmas market, with a massive 71,117 total Instagram hashtags. Featuring over 200 stalls at nine different locations, attendees can indulge in seasonal goodies, including handmade gifts, craft items, and mulled wine. The city is decorated from head to toe in festive lights, making it…
White Paper offers practical insights for travel intermediaries navigating the complexities of cross-border B2B travel payments SUNRATE, a global payments and treasury management platform, has unveiled a new white paper entitled “Navigating the Complexities of Cross-Border B2B Travel Payments: Practical Insights for Travel Intermediaries” at Travel Tech Asia 2024, Asia’s premier Travel Technology Trade Show. According to Statista, global revenue from the online travel market reached nearly 600 billion US dollars in 2023, with projections indicating steady growth in the coming years, expected to surpass 800 billion US dollars by 2028. Moreover, when examining global travel and tourism revenue by…
Green Marine Europe (GME), the European environmental certification program dedicated to the maritime industry, unveiled its 5th annual performance report last week, following a half-day of discussions in Brussels (Belgium) focused on the environmental transition of the industry and its financing. 66 members across 10 European countries Adapted by Surfrider Foundation Europe from the North American Green Marine certification program, Green Marine Europe now has 66 members across 10 European countries: United Kingdom, France, Germany, Belgium, Spain, Luxembourg, Monaco, the Netherlands, Portugal, Sweden. With continued growth, this membership includes 31 participants (shipowners and shipyards), 18 supporters (scientific research institutes, environmental organizations, and government agencies), 8 associations representing the maritime industry, and 9…
London is the most cinematic European capital city, with 214 major movies filmed there over the last five years From the romantic streets of Paris to the ancient landmarks of Rome, Europe has served as a backdrop for countless films. Its rich culture, iconic attractions, diverse landscapes and wealth of established film studios make it a treasure trove for filmmakers. Experts at Confused.com travel insurance have uncovered which European capital cities are the most popular blockbuster filming locations. London was crowned the ultimate filming hotspot out of all European capital cities, with 214 films (with over 1,000 ratings on IMDB) shot over…
New data from travel experts Disneyland Tickets has named Frankfurt as the number one budget-friendly destination for families looking to jet off during the October half-term. The study crunched the numbers on Airbnb stays and flights for a five-day getaway (from 28th October to 1st November) for a family of four departing from London. It revealed the cities that offer the best value without breaking the bank. Taking the top spot is Frankfurt, where a family of four can enjoy a half-term break for an average of just £656.04. With return flights as cheap as £116 and reasonably priced Airbnb…
Niagara Falls has been crowned the most common destination on Brits’ bucket lists, following a new ranking of the most underrated wonders of the world. A new study, conducted by travel experts at Desert Safari Dubai Tours & Tickets, used Google Keyword Planner to determine the monthly average Google searches for each tourist destination. The study has also identified the months when tourists are most likely to flock to each destination, and when you’re most likely to get an uninterrupted view. It turns out that the number one destination Brits are desperate to see is Niagara Falls. The three waterfalls,…
Since its start two decades ago, the logistics company has invested more than 20 million euros in the development of its network and services in Serbia / New logistics warehouse at the headquarters near Belgrade / Pioneer in the dual training of logistics Twenty years after entering the Serbian market, the international transport and logistics company Gebrüder Weiss take positive stock. “Serbia has undergone a remarkable economic development in recent years. Our decision to establish a central logistics hub for the Western Balkans here has proven to be the right one,” explained Wolfram Senger-Weiss, CEO of Gebrüder Weiss, to media…
A comprehensive study conducted by London-based brand experience studio, NewTerritory, has revealed the primary behavioural patterns that will influence passenger spending on airlines in 2025 and beyond. The study found that feeling valued, moments of pleasure, and novelty are the most significant factors affecting passengers’ choice of airline. Grounded in behavioural science, the research surveyed over 250 passengers who had travelled within the past year across five major international airlines. Over 400 hours of quantitative research were carried out by the NewTerritory team, analysing 16 defined attributes across four groups, in order to understand how airline brands can drive repeat…
InterLnkd, the travel industry’s intelligent shopping mall partner, has today announced a partnership with Canadian online travel company FlightHub to unveil Canada’s first dynamic and intelligent shopping platform for travellers. Leveraging InterLnkd’s innovative AI-driven solution, the new virtual shopping mall provides FlightHub customers with personalised shopping recommendations from thousands of fashion, beauty, and retail brands, specially curated for their upcoming vacations. The new offering from FlightHub is the first e-commerce platform of its kind designed specifically for the Canadian travel market, enabling FlightHub customers to conveniently shop for vacation essentials such as clothing, accessories, and beauty products from thousands of…
Mabrian, the global travel intelligence platform, analysed the top 10 countries with the best international air connectivity during 2024, reflecting a strong recovery of outbound air seats availability in two key Asian hubs, China and Japan. Spain ranks third, after the US and the UK, and United Arab Emirates solidifies its position as connectivity hub for Middle East. According to air connectivity data for 2024, Asia is gaining speed in rebuilding its international air connectivity network, growing strongly during 2024. As Mabrian data shows, China’s international air seats availability increases 75.8% compared to last year, reaching over 75,6 million seats…