Offering more diverse experiences and investing in talented people will play a key role in helping mountain areas grow tourism in a sustainable and responsible manner. The 12th World Congress on Snow, Mountain and Wellness Tourism has identified key challenges—among them climate change and evolving consumer trends—while recognizing the role tourism can play in the protection of the fragile mountain ecosystem, the building of resilience for mountain communities, and the preservation of the local heritage. Five Years of Action Held in the framework of the United Nation’s Five Years of Action for the Development of Mountain Regions, the Congress, held at Andorra, Spain from 20th to 22nd March 2024, focused on medical and wellness tourism, sustainability, the promotion of pre...
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New Disney Cruise Line ship will draw inspiration from epic tales of Disney, Pixar and Marvel Disney Cruise Line revealed the first details about its next ship, the Disney Destiny, as it reached a new construction milestone with a keel laying ceremony at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany. With the good luck garnered by this maritime tradition, this ship of legends and lore is beginning to take shape. The design theme of the Disney Destiny, sister to the Disney Wish and Disney Treasure, will be "Heroes and Villains," drawing on the legacy of beloved Disney stories, characters and theme park attractions, to forge a cruise vacation that will empower guests to embrace their own calling aboard every unforgettable voyage. The Disney Cruise Line and Walt Disney Imaginee...
Read MoreWego, the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), partnered with Visit Qatar to enrich traveler engagement and amplify the allure of Qatar's tourism offerings. This co-marketing collaboration seeks to leverage Wego's extensive reach and innovative marketing capabilities to drive more travelers to experience the wonders of Qatar. Through this partnership, Wego will utilize its robust digital platform and targeted marketing initiatives to showcase Qatar's rich cultural heritage, stunning architecture and world-class events and attractions to travelers worldwide. By highlighting Qatar's unique offerings, including it's a wide selection of new hotels and iconic landmarks such as the Museum of Islamic Art and the futuristic skyline of West Bay Doha, ...
Read MoreAs part of the festivities in Manama, the Gulf tourism capital for 2024, Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) has announced the launch of the Ramadan Tourism Guide titled “Ramadan in Bahrain.” The festivities will commence at the Bahrain National Theatre, inviting visitors and tourists from across the globe to immerse themselves in the vibrant culture of the season. This guide brings together an exciting array of tourist events, iftar and suhoor offerings, and luxurious accommodation packages, promising visitors an unforgettable experience during the holy month of Ramadan. Live performances, bazaars, seating areas, food, and beverage vendors, and more await participants, promising an enriching cultural experience. Sarah Ahmed Buhiji, CEO of Bahrain Tourism and Exhibi...
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