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Staysure launches the first-ever ChromaTravel Index – a data-driven approach to ranking global destinations by colour. Chefchaouen, Morocco, is officially crowned the most colourful destination in the world, with three UK locations making the global top 25 – Tobermory, Portmeirion and Brighton. New research by Staysure, the UK’s leading travel insurance provider*, has officially named the most colourful travel destinations in the world in a first-of-its-kind study. The study uses a data-driven ‘ChromaTravel Index’ to scientifically rank 26 global destinations based on colour saturation, vibrancy, and hue variation. Each destination was assessed using 15 unbiased, daylight-only images, gathered from a range of public sources including Instagram, TripAdvisor, and Google Street View. The factors were combined…
One of the region’s largest public transport interchanges was officially opened today – providing more frequent connections for people to travel to and from Bristol Airport by bus and coach. This new £60 million development forms a key part of Bristol Airport’s wider £400 million transformation plan, aimed at modernising infrastructure and promoting greener travel choices. The facility will handle around 250 public transport movements a day, significantly enhancing sustainable transport access to the airport. The construction of the Public Transport Interchange (PTI), completed over two years, delivered a major boost to the local economy. The two-year build of the…
Amex GBT Guest T&E supports self-service profiles and bookings, payment, on-trip spend, expense tracking, and on-trip support all in one place. American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) (NYSE: GBTG), a top provider of software and services for business travel, expense management, and meetings & events, has introduced a new platform built to handle the full scope of guest travel and expense (T&E) requirements. Designed specifically to ease the burden of managing travel for individuals outside an organisation’s workforce, the new Guest T&E solution simplifies processes across a variety of use cases—such as internships, recruitment, independent contractors, and advisory consultants.…
Puglia is not only sunlight brushing ancient stones or a sea embracing the coastline—there’s a quieter identity living in its rural tables. To truly grasp its essence, you need to sit down to a meal in a masseria, where every dish tells a story, every ingredient speaks of the land, and every gesture becomes living memory. It is here that taste meets identity: in the slow rhythms of rural cooking, in local ingredients, in the hands that knead, harvest, and transform. This is where food stops being mere sustenance and becomes culture. Visiting a masseria in Puglia means stepping into a parallel…
Research* from Gigasure, the car hire excess insurance specialists, found that 64% of Brits are scared to hire a car for fear of being charged for damage they didn’t cause. The findings from the survey show that one in five (21%) of those who have hired a car abroad felt they were being pressured by the representative at the rental desk to make additional purchases while nearly 20% said they were scare mongered into paying for additional cover. Just 30% of Brits were happy with their rental experience when hiring a car abroad. The research found that 17% of those who had hired a car were given confusing terms they didn’t understand to get them to purchase more expensive insurance policies, 15%…
A new report released by the United Nations World Tourism Organization has positioned Brazil among the top three countries globally for international tourism growth in 2025, highlighting a remarkable surge in foreign visitor numbers. According to the latest figures shared by UN Tourism, Brazil is forecasted to see the second highest increase in international tourist arrivals this year, surpassed only by Paraguay. As stated in a social media post from UN Tourism, “the country will have the second highest growth in foreign tourist arrivals in 2025, behind only Paraguay.” The post further emphasises the strong performance of the Americas in…
Reinforcing its dedication to supporting travel agents across the UK and Ireland, Velas Resorts has introduced the Velas Ambassador Club—a brand-new rewards initiative exclusively for travel professionals. Developed in collaboration with My Booking Rewards (MBR), a recognised leader in agent incentives, the programme allows agents to earn up to £55 in cash for each qualifying booking of three nights or more. In addition, agents can collect up to 950 Velas points per booking, which are redeemable for complimentary night stays at any Velas Resorts property in Mexico. Now active, travel agents can sign up and begin logging their bookings at…
Acquisition enhances TravCorp’s presence in the premium, specialist, and bespoke travel segments TravCorp Holdings Ltd, the BGF-backed parent company of Destination2, Destination2 Cruise, and Holiday Gems, has today confirmed the acquisition of Specialist Holidays Group from Travelopia. This significant transaction brings together a portfolio of complementary specialist travel businesses and experienced professionals, expanding TravCorp Holdings Ltd’s reach within the premium and tailor-made travel markets. The addition of American Holidays, Citalia, and Sovereign Luxury Travel builds on the group’s strengths in destinations such as the Middle East, Indian Ocean, and cruise sectors. Led by Managing Director Helen Adamson, Specialist Holidays Group…
Managing international payments is a frequent task for many travel operators, especially those who operate across numerous global markets. But as cross-border transactions rise, so does the risk of being exposed to payment fraud and currency risk. Research by Equals Money shows that managing international payments is among the biggest operational challenges faced by 35 per cent of UK travel businesses. While many of these challenges are due to issues such as dealing with multiple currencies and staying on top of local payment regulations, the increased threat of fraudulent bookings and chargebacks can add to the potential stress of cross-border…
Keppel Club, renowned as Singapore’s only members’ club that extends its golf facilities to the public, is preparing for a transformative 2025. The Club has outlined a dynamic lineup of initiatives and events, all aimed at cultivating a thriving, inclusive golfing environment and broadening access to the sport across the island. With an emphasis on community building and accessibility, these new plans mark a bold step forward in Keppel Club’s ongoing mission to democratise golf in Singapore. By opening its fairways to a wider demographic and encouraging participation from diverse groups, the Club is determined to reshape perceptions and expand…