As Chairman of the oneworld Governing Board, Mr. Al Baker will oversee the alliance’s governance, chair oneworld’s Governing Board meetings and work closely with oneworld CEO Rob Gurney and the alliance’s management team. Qatar Airways became a member of oneworld in October 2013 Mr. Al Baker will succeed current oneworld Governing Board Chairman Mr. Alan Joyce, Group […]
Most of the world is struggling to keep tourism in business, while Saudi Arabia is investing hundreds of millions to position the Kingdom as a global center in this sector. Hiring the most powerful woman in tourism, the WTTC CEO Gloria Guevara as an advisor to the minister shows the country is serious, and intentions […]
Warren Newfield resigns as Grenada’s Ambassador at Large and Consul General in Miami, citing government’s increasingly destructive anti-business policies. Newfield has called out the country’s government for fomenting anti-business policies Grenada, a nation of about 110,000, is located at the southern end of the Caribbean island chain Mr. Newfield has been the primary driver behind Kimpton […]
The ceremony marked the first Remembrance Day for Ukrainians who rescued Jews during World War II. Babyn Yar became a terrible symbol of the Holocaust in Eastern Europe Ukraine’s parliament passed a resolution designating 14 May as an annual commemoration to honor their actions Following World War II, a total of 2,659 Ukrainians were awarded the prestigious […]
This year marks the 10-year anniversary of the Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals and Beaches Resorts. The Sandals Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts International. It has been through the Foundation that Sandals and Beaches gives back to the community. Over the last 10 years, Sandals has worked tirelessly to positively […]
A man who lived his life to the full and made a positive contribution to the lives of everyone he met and many, many more who he didn’t meet… a true hero – this was Nick Tarsh. Jobless and with a mortgage and 4 children to support, Nick bravely founded Insight International Tours. In 1990, […]
Home Secretary Priti Patel has beefed up the compliance service for travelers returning home, so British travelers warned to answer their doors. The British Home Secretary alerted there will be 70,000 checks weekly on Brits returning home from travel. It has been reported to Parliament that at least 75 percent of returning travelers required to […]
In the era of the coronavirus pandemic, finding ways to recreate outdoors has become an important survival tool. Last year, the boating industry saw a record number of new boat owners on the water. Even while boating, social distancing has been a priority during the COVID-19 pandemic. Boaters who participated in a survey expect activity […]
Sustainable Skies Act will help aviation industry expand deployment of sustainable aviation fuel. Sustainable Skies Act introduced by Reps. Brad Schneider, Dan Kildee and Julia Brownley Goal of eliminating net carbon emissions by 2050 builds on the U.S. airline industry’s strong record of sustainability The legislation would establish a blender’s tax credit for sustainable aviation fuel Airlines for […]
Princess Cruises, Holland America Line and Carnival Cruise Line plan to return to service from the U.S. this summer with Alaska itineraries departing directly from Seattle. Princess Cruises will resume operations in Alaska starting July 25 through September 26, with seven-day cruises onboard Majestic Princess Holland America Line will resume its cruise operations to Alaska with seven-day itineraries aboard Nieuw Amsterdam Carnival […]