More than 6.2m passengers flew through Heathrow in March, a million more than in February. 31 March was one of our busiest days since 2019, with 221,606 passengers travelling through the airport. Service levels were excellent, in spite of this being the first day of industrial action by Unite. Our strong contingency plans have kept […]
Tourism
Florida Keys & Key West Launches FloridaKeysTV
The Florida Keys & Key West destination has launched FloridaKeysTV, a free, on-demand globally streaming channel showcasing exclusive programming dedicated to the Florida Keys & Key West. Underwritten by the Florida Keys tourism council, the streaming channel’s programs take viewers on Keys journeys and adventures throughout the 125-mile island chain. “Our new on-demand streaming channel, […]
Taiwan Charter Flights to Guam Increase to 30
Guam Visitors Bureau announced efforts have ramped up to grow Guam’s third largest market – Taiwan – with increased charter flights. The Guam Visitors Bureau (GVB) announced that charter flights from Taiwan have been extended through the end of July. The flights are being operated by Starlux Airlines on an Airbus A321neo and have been […]
Stuttgart: Planes, Trains and Automobiles
Nestled in the wine hills of the Württemberg wine region, SouthWest Germany’s capital city of Stuttgart is a mecca for car, culture, and wine lovers. We bring you on a whirlwind tour of the automobile highlights while not forgetting the stops in the wine hills along with beautiful and varied museums. The resumed flight from […]
Museum of Illusions Mall of America Set to Open May 5
Museum of Illusions Mall of America announces today it will be opening to the public May 5, 2023. The ‘edutainment’ attraction will offer mind-bending holograms, stereograms, optical illusions and immersive rooms that stir the senses and teach visitors about vision, perception and the human brain. The museum features over 60 exhibits within its 6,300-square-foot space […]
Viking Marks Float Out of Newest Egypt Ship
Viking today announced its newest ship for the Nile River—the 82-guest Viking Aton—was “floated out,” marking a major construction milestone and the first time the ship has touched water. Set to debut in August 2023, the Viking Aton will join the company’s growing fleet of state-of-the-art ships purpose-built for the Nile River and sail Viking’s […]
Skyservice Business Aviation Opens Vancouver FBO
Skyservice Business Aviation, a North American leader in business aviation, opens its Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Fixed-Based Operations (FBO). “We are delighted to welcome customers to our newest FBO facility,” commented Benjamin Murray, President, and CEO of Skyservice. “Vancouver is an essential hub for Canadian commerce and recreation and a key location for our clients. […]
Marriott VacationClubs Vacation Ownership Portfolio Introduced
Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation, a leader in leisure travel with a portfolio of trusted, globally-recognized travel brands, today introduces The Marriott Vacation Clubs™, the collection of more than 90 premium Marriott, Sheraton, and Westin Vacation Club branded resorts. The Marriott Vacation Clubs is part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands and offers Marriott […]
Foreign Visitors Spent $16.9 Billion in US in February 2023
International visitors spent nearly $16.9 billion on travel to, and tourism-related activities within, the United States, in February 2023 According to the latest data released by the National Travel and Tourism Office (NTTO), international visitors spent nearly $16.9 billion on travel to, and tourism-related activities within, the United States, in February 2023 – an increase […]
Drury Hotels Turns 50
Drury Hotels Company, LLC, the family-owned and operated hospitality group, celebrates fifty years of warm welcomes this month. In 1973, the Drury family opened the first Drury Inn in Sikeston, Missouri and the company has grown to 150 hotels in 26 states. Drury Hotels include Drury Inn & Suites, Drury Inns, Drury Plaza Hotels, and […]