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Newborn elephants and endangered dholes thrive in protected cardamom forest

May 7, 2025159 Views

Two-month survey by Wildlife Alliance and Dhole Conservation Fund validates 11-year public-private model that converts threatened forest into a wildlife and community lifeline A landmark two-month camera-trap survey has revealed that the endangered dhole (Asiatic wild dog) still roams, and that a breeding herd of Asian elephants now finds safe haven, inside the 18,000-hectare forest concession that Minor Hotels has leased and protected since 2014 in Cambodia’s Cardamom Mountains. Conducted by Wildlife Alliance and sponsored by the Dhole Conservation Fund, the study deployed 60 motion-sensitive cameras in a grid pattern from February through March this year. Dholes appeared on seven cameras, prompting rangers to focus the full array on that hotspot in May to refine data on pack siz...

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Disneyland at Yas Island in Abu Dhabi coming soon

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May 7, 202592 Views

The seventh Disney destination will extend the company's global reach and captivate new audiences in a thriving, dynamic hub The collaboration exemplifies Abu Dhabi’s continued commitment to sustainable growth, positioning travel and tourism as key pillars of a thriving future The Walt Disney Company and Miral, Abu Dhabi's leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences, have announced an agreement to create a landmark Disney theme park resort in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The waterfront resort will be located on Yas Island, a world-class destination for entertainment and leisure, connecting travelers from the Middle East and Africa, India, Asia, Europe, and beyond. This seventh Disney theme park resort will combine Disn...

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Cathay brings a redesigned lounge experience to The Bridge in Hong Kong

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May 7, 2025192 Views

The Bridge’s reopening marks the first stage of Cathay Pacific’s wide-ranging lounge enhancement plan at its home hub Cathay Pacific is welcoming customers to The Bridge, its much-loved lounge at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) that officially re-opened its doors to guests today. Occupying a prime intersection at the airline’s home hub, The Bridge has been redesigned with a host of new, unique features as well as familiar favourites to provide customers with an elevated experience before their flights. The reopening of The Bridge marks the first stage in Cathay Pacific’s wider lounge enhancement plan in Hong Kong and beyond. It comes as the airline prepares for the renovation of The Wing, First – which will close on 23 May and reopen in 2026 – followed by The Wing, Business a...

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Bosphorus ferries, flaky pastries and local wines in Istanbul

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May 6, 2025104 Views

“The mysterious and sublime seal that unites Europe to Asia,” was how the French writer Gérard de Nerval wrote of Istanbul in the 19th century after visiting what he called the most beautiful city in the world. Turkey's largest city has changed immensely over the last two centuries, and even since I first arrived here in 2009, yet it retains an alluring power that has enchanted travellers throughout history, witha breathtaking setting straddling the European and Asian shores of the Bosphorus Strait. After 16 years of living here — first as a student and then as a journalist, most recently as a breaking news correspondent for Reuters — I am still astonished by the vibrancy and rich culture of this city of 16 million people. Walking through its streets, you can’t help but feel the weight...

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Yas Island and Saadiyat Island had record breaking visits last year

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May 3, 2025122 Views

Yas Island recorded over 38 million visits while Saadiyat Island saw a 10% increase in visitation compared to 2023 Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi, has announced remarkable achievements in visitation numbers in 2024 across Yas Island and Saadiyat Island, experiencing significant growth while setting new records. Highlighted during Arabian Travel Market 2025, Yas Island recorded over 38 million visits in 2024, a notable 10% increase compared to 2023. Achieving their highest performance since 2019, Yas Island hotels' occupancy reached 82% peaking up to 90% in August 2024; an annual 9% growth in hotel occupancy alongside a 17% increase in the average daily rate (ADR) compared to 2023. Similar...

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Anantara Clear Water Bay Sanya Resort to debut in Oct 2027

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May 2, 202589 Views

Minor Hotels, a global hospitality group that owns and operates over 560 hotels, resorts and residences in 58 countries, has announced the signing of an agreement between its Chinese joint venture, Funyard Minor, and Chongqing Yuanchu Luquan Cultural Tourism Group to develop Anantara Clear Water Bay Sanya Resort. Slated to debut in October 2027, the 90-key Anantara Hotels & Resorts property will be situated along Clear Water Bay’s 12-kilometre stretch of fine, white sandy beach, known as one of the world’s three 'Singing Beaches.' Located in Lingshui Li Autonomous County on the southeastern coast of Hainan and 35 kilometres drive from Sanya’s city centre, Anantara Clear Water Bay Sanya Resort will leverage the region’s beautiful natural surroundings and year-round tropical climate ...

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Arabian Travel Mart unites travel professionals from over 166 countries

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April 28, 2025137 Views

ATM 2025 set to break records with over 55,000 visitors at the Dubai World Trade Centre ATM Travel Tech has expanded this year to reflect the industry's growing reliance on technology, and IBTM@ATM, a new event feature for the business events industry, will make its debut; A truly global event, 67% of exhibitors at ATM represent international markets The 32nd edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) opened on Monday at Dubai World Trade Centre, bringing together more than 2,800 exhibitors and over 55,000 travel professionals from 166 countries. Underscoring the growing importance of ATM in the global tourism landscape, international exhibitors account for 67% of companies showcased at the event, while the Middle East comprises 33% of exhibitors this year. Based on the t...

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Nepal plans to restrict Everest permits to experienced climbers

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April 28, 2025151 Views

Nepal will issue Everest permits only to climbers with experience of scaling at least one of the Himalayan nation's 7,000-metre (22,965 ft) peaks, according to the draft of a new law aimed at reducing overcrowding and improving safety. Nepal, which is heavily reliant on climbing, trekking and tourism for foreign exchange, has faced criticism for permitting too many climbers, including inexperienced ones, to try to ascend the 8,849-metre (29,032 ft) peak. This often results in long queues of climbers in the 'death Zone', an area below the summit with insufficient natural oxygen for survival. Overcrowding has been blamed for the high number of deaths on the mountain. At least 12 climbers died, and another five went missing on Everest's slopes in 2023 when Nepal issued 478 permi...

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Yas Waterworld expansion at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi opens this summer

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April 28, 2025147 Views

This phase of the waterpark's expansion will feature 12 new rides and slides in addition to new dining offering Young thrill-seekers can look forward to the world's first blaster ride for kids – a mini version of the iconic Dawwama Miral, Abu Dhabi's leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences, has announced at the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai that the expansion of Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi is set to open to the public this summer. Gearing up for a summer like never before, this phase of the waterpark's expansion will significantly enhance Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi's offerings, introducing 12 new rides and slides, in addition to new dining offering—promising unforgettable aquatic thrills for guests of all ages. Yas ...

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Local eats, imperial ruins and natural wines in Beirut

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April 27, 2025240 Views

A city like Beirut is almost impossible to define. Over its 5,000-year history, it has bucked such attempts by locals and foreigners alike, consistently upending their predictions, hopes and condemnations. But here’s my best attempt at a portrait of Lebanon's capital, a place that has eluded both real stability and real change. I moved to Beirut in 2013, fresh out of university and curious to explore a city I had never spent much time in as a Lebanese child raised in the United States. Our yearly summer trips to my parents’ homeland had been strictly dedicated to family time in an idyllic mountainside town, where the urban chaos of the capital appeared as a polluted smudge on a faraway coastline. People walk near "I love Beirut" sign at downtown Beirut. REUTERS/Mohamed Azakir Sin...