Offering cinematic beauty, off-the-beaten-track experiences and transcendently beautiful coastal scenery, the Wild Atlantic Way has been one of the island of Ireland's most successful tourism stories. 10 years on, it is as compelling as ever. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the world's longest-defined coastal touring route. The Wild Atlantic Way is an internationally acclaimed waymarked road trip stretching 2,500 kilometres along the contours of Ireland's great western seaboard, from County Cork in the south to County Donegal in the north. With 188 Discovery Points along the way, the route has guided the intrepid traveller for the past decade to previously off-grid west of Ireland locations, bringing with it nearly two million extra visitors every year, helping to shape a thr...
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When astronomers looked at a stellar pair at the heart of a stunning cloud of gas and dust, they were in for a surprise. Star pairs are typically very similar, like twins, but in HD 148937, one star appears younger and, unlike the other, is magnetic. New data from the European Southern Observatory (ESO) suggest there were originally three stars in the system, until two of them clashed and merged. This violent event created the surrounding cloud and forever altered the system’s fate. This image, taken with the VLT Survey Telescope hosted at ESO’s Paranal Observatory, shows the beautiful nebula NGC 6164/6165, also known as the Dragon’s Egg. The nebula is a cloud of gas and dust surrounding a pair of stars called HD 148937. Credit: ESO/VPHAS+ team. Acknowledgement: CASU “When doing ba...
Read MoreOman has embraced the tenets of modernisation while preserving its cultural tapestry. Nestled in a dual resort complex along the Gulf of Oman, Shangri-La Muscat invite guests to experiences tailored around Omani culture, art, and architecture. Its new coffee shop, Turath Café, is an ode to Omani heritage. Even its location pays homage to rich maritime history when sailors embarked on voyages across the Indian Ocean Rim. From the paintings adorning the walls and artworks to design elements and local taste along its varied dining venues, the complex resembles forts, villages, towns, and markets. An architectural odyssey While staying at Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, guests are invited to discover the history behind the architecture of the resort. While Al Bandar’s architecture draws ...
Read MoreCelebrating a milestone: The 50th Germany Travel Mart in the cultural hub Chemnitz
The German National Tourist Office, India has announced its participation in the upcoming 50th Germany Travel Mart (GTM), set to take place in Chemnitz, the cultural heart of Germany. This year’s GTM, scheduled from April 21 to 23, 2024, followed by a Pre-Convention tours starting 17th April is not just a celebration of half a century of successful tourism exchange but also a testament to the enduring partnership in the realm of travel and culture. A select group of trade professionals and media personnel from India will embark on a captivating journey through Germany’s enchanting towns and cities, engaging in a Pre-Convention Tour (PCT) and attending the main event in Chemnitz. This delegation will experience firsthand the rich tapestry of German heritage, with a special focus on UNES...
Read MoreMalaysia is setting its sights on the cruise tourism industry for the upcoming Visit Malaysia 2026. In 2023, Malaysia witnessed unprecedented cruise arrival figures, with its ports welcoming 1,055 cruise ships carrying 1,520,608 passengers—an 84.78% rise in ship arrivals and a 62.43% increase in passenger numbers compared to 2019 pre-pandemic rates. As a burgeoning tourism hub in Southeast Asia, Malaysia presently serves as the homeport for two cruise lines operating from Port Klang in Kuala Lumpur, with plans for further expansion in the future. Marking a historic milestone in Malaysia's aspiration to emerge as a premier homeporting destination, the maiden voyage of the Costa Serena departed from Port Klang in January 2024. Costa Serena is the latest addition to Kuala Lumpur's list of...
Read MoreFrom its brand-new Premium Economy cabin to an exclusive selection of Chinese wines and collaborations with acclaimed dining establishments, Cathay Pacific continues to raise the bar for customers Cathay Pacific is bringing customers more of what they love with continuous enhancements that ensure their every journey is one to remember. Hong Kong’s home carrier fully unveiled for the very first time its all-new Premium Economy cabin experience at an exclusive Customer Experience Showcase at the Freespace at Hong Kong’s West Kowloon Cultural District earlier this week. Coming to its retrofitted Boeing 777-300ER aircraft this year, the new Premium Economy cabin sets a whole new standard for comfort and privacy. Cathay Pacific also showcased a new, exclusive selection of fine C...
Read MoreFrom a grill-focused menu brimming with seasonal produce to guided astronomy sessions paired with craft cocktails and hands-on Thai cooking classes, Dara Cuisine Phuket and Sky Observatory at Anantara Layan Phuket Resort is poised to become the island’s new go-to venue for modern Thai dining and stargazing. Dara, meaning ‘star’ in Thai, celebrates the country’s culinary heritage and intrepid Andaman seafarers who used stars for navigation and the new Sky Observatory is a stargazer’s paradise. The breezy observatory deck, equipped with a custom-built Ash dome, offers an intimate rooftop experience where the universe unfolds. As guests sip on constellation-inspired craft cocktails, Sky Storytellers guide them through the wonders of the night sky, inviting them ...
Read MoreUnder this theme, the Global Wine Tourism Organization (GWTO) spearheaded the organization of the 1st GWTO Global Summit on Responsible EnoTourism in Punta del Este, Uruguay. This groundbreaking event, supported by institutional partners including the Ministry of Tourism (Uruguay Natural), INAVI, the Intendancies of Maldonado, Montevideo, Colonia de Sacramento, and Canelones, as well as private entities such as Bodegas Garzón, Enjoy Hotel, and Grupo Elis OPC, underscores GWTO's commitment to advancing the socio-economic development of wine destinations and elevating the global standing of EnoTourism brands. Arnaldo Nardone, GWTO MICE Director, and Pablo Singerman, GWTO Vice President LatAm, emphasized the significance of GWTO's decision to host the most comprehensive international MICE...
Read MoreThe world just experienced its warmest March on record, capping a 10-month streak in which every month set a new temperature record, the European Union's climate change monitoring service said on Tuesday. Each of the last 10 months ranked as the world's hottest on record, compared with the corresponding month in previous years, the EU's Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) said in a monthly bulletin. The 12 months ending with March also ranked as the planet's hottest ever recorded 12-month period, C3S said. From April 2023 to March 2024, the global average temperature was 1.58 degrees Celsius above the average in the 1850-1900 pre-industrial period. File Photo: A woman protects herself from the sun with an umbrella during a heatwave in the centre of Sao Paulo, Brazil March 15,...
Read MoreDemonstrates its significant economic contribution and leadership in environmental sustainability and responsible tourism 2024 State of the Cruise Industry Report Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading voice of the global cruise community, has released its annual State of the Cruise Industry report and a new publication, Oceans of Opportunities workforce skills report. The annual state of the industry report includes the release of 2023 passenger volume, which reached 31.7 million— surpassing 2019 by 7%. The report also shows continued demand for cruise holidays, noting intent to cruise at 82%. The forecast for cruise capacity shows an increase of 10% from 2024 through 2028, as cruise lines make ongoing, concrete progress in pursuit of net- zero emission...
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