Theme Park uses cutting-edge Paris Games laser technology A cutting-edge nighttime show at Disneyland Paris featuring lasers used at the Paris Games is heralding a bold new chapter for Europe’s most-visited theme park, as a raft of ambitious developments comes to fruition under a 2 billion euro ($2.05 billion) expansion plan. The overhaul includes the completed revamp of the luxury Disneyland Hotel, the upcoming renaming and doubling in size of Walt Disney Studios Park, and the much-anticipated arrival of The World of Frozen and a first-of-its-kind The Lion King land — cementing the resort’s gains after the wilderness years for theme parks during the pandemic. Disney Tales of Magic Disney Tales of Magic, an immersive 20-minute spectacle blending mind-boggling drones, synch...
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More than £60BN at stake, should invest now or pay the price The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has issued a stark warning to the UK Government: the UK’s successful Travel & Tourism industry faces stagnation and long-term decline. On the eve of the UK Government’s first Visitor Economy Advisory Council, the global tourism body revealed data that shows £60BN is at risk over the next 10 years, in lost tourism business. While forecasts indicate short-term stability, the long-term outlook is weak as the UK loses ground to European competitors. The UK’s Travel & Tourism sector directly employs almost the same number of people as the NHS. It contributed £280BN to the UK economy in 2024 (10.3%) and supported over 4.1MN jobs (11.3%). It also contributes £100...
Read MoreWith 1.4 billion international tourist arrivals recorded globally, 2024 marked the recovery of international tourism from the worst crisis in the sector’s history. A majority of destinations welcomed more international tourists in 2024 than they did before the pandemic, while visitor spending also continued to grow strongly. According to the latest World Tourism Barometer from UN Tourism, an estimated 1.4 billion tourists travelled internationally in 2024, indicating a virtual recovery (99%) of pre-pandemic levels. This represents an increase of 11% over 2023, or 140 million more international tourist arrivals, with results driven by strong post-pandemic demand, robust performance from large source markets and the ongoing recovery of destinations in Asia and the Pacific. The Mid...
Read MoreRadisson Blu Hotel, Bengaluru Outer Ring Road is the first hotel in Radisson Hotel Group’s global portfolio to be awarded the prestigious LEED Net Zero Carbon Certificate by the US Green Building Council. Issued by the US Green Building Council (USGBC), this top-level certification is reflective of Radisson Blu Hotel, Bengaluru Outer Ring Road’s excellence in building technology, control and operations and shows the many impactful steps, including investments in renewable energy and innovation, the hotel has taken to ensure a consistent reduction of its carbon footprint and helping propel the region forward in eco-friendly innovation. LEED Net Zero Carbon certification takes lessening the impact of buildings on the environment to the next level. For more than two decades,...
Read MoreRas Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) has strengthened its commitment to the Indian market by appointing BRANDit as its official PR agency in India. This strategic partnership aims to amplify Ras Al Khaimah’s appeal as a leading travel destination, catering to the growing number of Indian travellers seeking unique experiences in the Middle East. BRANDit will lead the PR mandate to position Ras Al Khaimah as a must-visit destination, highlighting its diverse offerings, including pristine beaches, awe-inspiring mountains, luxurious resorts and rich cultural heritage. By leveraging its expertise in travel representation, BRANDit will develop targeted campaigns, engage with key media and collaborate with travel trade stakeholders to build a stronger presence for Ras Al Khai...
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