Rest of the World News

From left: Ben Angell, VP and Managing Director, APAC, Norwegian Cruise Line, and Damian Borg, Director of Sales, Strategy and Operations, APAC, Norwegian Cruise Line

Should travel agents sell fly-cruises or close-to-home sailings?The long and short of it: Norwegian Cruise Line’s Ben Angell and Damian Borg on capturing sales for both regional and long-haul...

Bratton is the global strategic advisor for luxury exploration line, Ponant.

Pioneering cruise leader exits CLIAHall of Fame member Sarina Bratton steps down after almost three decades.

There is potential to use AI to craft bespoke itineraries for Muslim travellers.

Heave ho, to Halal travel we goInnovation is the key to unlocking the halal industry's full potential.

Ticketmaster, a California-based company, operates one of the largest online ticket sales platforms in the world.

560 million customer data breach tied to Taylor Swift tour salesHackers claim to have breached Ticketmaster, exposing 560 million customers' data.

Royal Caribbean’s status match goes brand wideIndustry-first loyalty status match programme will embrace Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises and Silversea.

OAG says Euro 2024 in Germany will see more people on trains than planes.

Trains will take the strain for Euro 2024Congestion in Europe as major sporting events promise a summer spectacular.

Novotel and Ibis Styles at Melbourne Airport.

Accor is building airport cities in the PacificHotel group says airport precincts are transforming into mini cities in their own right.

The Eiffel Tower’s ticket price hike will start from 17 June 2024.

Eiffel Tower jacks up ticket pricesAnd it’s not just the Eiffel Tower, the Lourve has also hiked admission costs ahead of the Olympic Games.

Major public venues like Martinis, Horizons, The Grand Dining Room, and Library underwent elegant renovations with new carpeting and upholstery.

Oceania’s Marina serves up suite new digs after makeoverOceania Cruises' Marina receives comprehensive refurbishment with new F&B options and redesigned Penthouse Suites.

Aston Martin Aramco shows off its Formula One racer with Regent Seven Seas.

Regent Seven Seas revs up sailings for motor racing fanaticsRegent Seven Seas partners with Aston Martin F1 team for Mediterranean motor racing cruise.