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Travel experts at Seine River Cruises analysed data from TripAdvisor and Google Keyword Planner to identify the best honeymoon destinations in France.   Researchers ranked the 30 largest French cities based on the distance to the nearest airport, the number of tourist attractions for couples, the availability of luxury hotels with romantic keywords in reviews, and the presence of Michelin-starred and romantic restaurants with reviews mentioning words like ‘dreamy’ and ‘secluded’. Following this, the best ‘hidden gem’ destinations were identified as those that rank in the top ten but garner no honeymoon-related searches on Google. To ensure fairness between cities of…

As above, so below; as within, so without. Drawing on the dance between the visible and energetic worlds, Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan ushers in a new era of wellbeing with its revitalised Sacred River Spa. The mindfully redesigned 4,970 square metre (53,496 square foot) enclave is the creation of a trio of visionary teams: award-winning Australian architects The Fulcrum Agency, Japanese interior designers Design Studio SPIN, and Indonesian landscape consultants Bukit Kembar Permai. Stunning artwork from Indonesian artists and ceramic masters vies with natural materials and a calming colour palette. And every wall, terrace, entrance, and planted area has been conceived to…

Booking.com, one of the world’s leading digital travel platforms, is expanding its AI-powered features to deliver more tailored and time-saving solutions for travellers. With Smart Filter, Property Q&A, and Review Summaries, Booking.com continues to harness Generative AI (GenAI) to simplify key steps in the trip planning process, making it easier for travellers to find the perfect place to stay, analyse guest reviews and book with confidence. Search Made Simple: Travellers can use the Smart Filter tool to describe their ideal property in their own words. For instance, a couple travelling to Amsterdam for their honeymoon might type, “Hotels in Amsterdam with a great gym,…

Pioneering small-ship expedition cruise company Heritage Expeditions is excited to announce its partnership with legendary wildlife television presenter, producer, author, zoologist and naturalist Nigel Marven on his new wildlife documentary, The Last Penguin. Commissioned by leading online documentary streaming service MagellanTV, the 60-minute wildlife documentary will chart Marven’s journey from New Zealand down to Antarctica’s Ross Sea, via the Subantarctic Islands, in search of the emperor penguin on Heritage Expeditions ‘In the Wake of Scott & Shackleton’ voyage departing 7 January 2025. Marven, whose indelible career in wildlife filmmaking spans more than 30 years, described the upcoming documentary as an “important passion project”.…

ICONSIAM is preparing to host the spectacular “Amazing Thailand Countdown 2025” event at its landmark venue, merging the very best of Thai culture with international allure. This year’s celebration will feature Lisa (Lalisa Manobal), the globally acclaimed rapper, singer, dancer, and style icon, giving both locals and international visitors the opportunity to experience Thailand’s vibrant spirit and welcome the New Year with unparalleled style. The event aims to strengthen Thailand’s status as a premier global destination for New Year’s Eve celebrations. The Amazing Thailand Countdown 2025 will take place at ICONSIAM’s River Park, located along the Chao Phraya River in…

The award-winning partnership was the first between an airline and a supermarket coalition loyalty programme Nectar360, which owns and operates Nectar, the UK’s largest coalition loyalty programme, has announced an extension of its award-winning partnership with IAG Loyalty that allows Nectar members to convert their Nectar points to Avios. Customers can convert their Nectar points to Avios and redeem them through the British Airways Executive Club for rewards such as flights, cabin upgrades, hotel stays and more. Similarly, British Airways Executive Club members can convert Avios to Nectar points, to spend on groceries at Sainsbury’s; tech, garden furniture or other…

Mauro Colagreco, Goodwill Ambassador is Taking Part in Cop16 Biodiversity, as Part of the Unesco Delegation, to Defend Life Through His Circular Vision of Gastronomy. In his capacity as Goodwill Ambassador for Biodiversity, Mauro Colagreco is taking part of the UNESCO delegation at the 16th COP Biodiversity in Cali (Colombia). A committed presence, during which the leader in circular gastronomy speaks out on biodiversity protection issues and demonstrates the link between ecosystem balances and food security. Mauro Colagreco – chef/owner of Mirazur – has been serving the living world since the opening of his restaurant in Menton in 2006. On…

Upscale segment brand expands China footprint with new property in ultramodern tourism and cultural hub Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) is proud to announce the opening of Cordis, Shanghai, SeaWorld, its third hotel in China’s bustling economic capital, and second in the city under the Cordis Hotels and Resorts brand. Part of the Shanghai SeaWorld complex, China Merchants Group’s (CMG’s) all-new urban tourism and cultural hub, the property is poised to become a premier destination for both leisure and business travellers. “Cordis, Shanghai, SeaWorld not only strengthens our offering in China’s top commercial and financial centre but also furthers our aim…

Hurtigruten’s James Howlett at a recent TIPTO event in Carlisle Following the successful launch of Hurtigruten’s new rewards scheme for UK travel agents on October 16, they are thrilled to announce that over 325 travel agents have already signed up to the platform. This enthusiastic response highlights the strong relationship between Hurtigruten and the UK travel trade, further demonstrating agents’ commitment to promoting their unique Norwegian coastal voyages and experiences. Iain Powell, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Hurtigruten, commented: “We’re incredibly encouraged by the overwhelming response we’ve seen from the UK travel trade. The number of agents signing up…

A new study has revealed the cheapest destinations in Turkey to soak up the sunshine this winter. The research, conducted by travel experts Istanbul Tickets and Tours, analysed various cost metrics, such as flights, hotels, and dining out, and weather forecasts between November and December last year in Turkish destinations to determine which ones are the cheapest to visit over the winter months.  The cheapest destination for some winter sun is Tarsus, with a final score of 78.77. Due to its location connecting the Mediterranean with Anatolia, Tarsus is rich in cultural diversity and a significant trade centre. Tarsus also…