JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai Fengxian has opened, becoming the fiftieth Marriott International hotel to open in the city. Located on Hangzhou Bay in the Fengxian seaside district, just an hour’s drive south of metropolitan Shanghai, the new hotel promises to be a sophisticated and luxurious. “We are...
The Israel ministry of tourism has prepared a plan for bringing back tourists by the middle of 2021. The plan includes adaptation to the Covid-19 era in all areas covered by the activities of the ministry, including marketing, infrastructure and the tourist experience. Last year began with...
Amazon has bought its first fleet of aircraft, as the technology giant expands its growing air freight network. The company purchased 11 Boeing 767-300 planes from airlines Delta and WestJet. Previously, Amazon had relied on leased aircraft to fulfil its logistical needs. A statement explained the new planes...
Following the approval of several Covid-19 vaccines, Lufthansa Cargo is preparing for its role in their global distribution in the coming months. The German group has implemented a dedicated task force prepared for a variety of transport scenarios. “The distribution of temperature- and time-sensitive pharmaceuticals is extremely...
The 137 guestrooms and suites at Hyatt Regency Cape Town each boast large floor-to-ceiling windows or a balcony as well as walk-in rain showers. Designed intuitively and with all the essentials, guests can make the most of their time away with each room offering an expansive...
Westin Hotels & has today announced its debut in Surabaya with the opening of the Westin Surabaya. As the second largest city in Indonesia and the capital of the East Java province, Surabaya is home to colonial architecture and historical monuments including the Heroes Monument, Surabaya...
Marriott International has signed an agreement with Magellan Development Group to introduce its St. Regis Hotels & Resorts brand to Chicago. The project is anticipated to include 191 hotel rooms – including 33 spacious suites – and 393 branded residences within the 101-story building....
The government of Saint Lucia has passed plans for a new tourism levy following two years of consultation and development. The levy will be introduced from December 1st and is designed to allow the island to increase its marketing budget and support tourism development. Tourism minister, Dominic...
American Airlines will begin offering customers a mobile app to make travel to international destinations easier. The mobile wellness wallet solution called VeriFLY, from the identity assurance leader Daon, will help travellers easily understand Covid-19 testing and documentation requirements for their destination. It is hoped it will...
World Travel Awards – the global initiative to recognise and reward excellence in travel and tourism – has unveiled its North America 2020 winners. The release coincides with its inaugural North America Winners Day. Winners include Miami Beach – with its dazzling array of art deco delights,...