NH Maldives Kuda Rah Resort, the first NH-branded resort in the Maldives, invites guests to experience its private island in the South Ari Atoll with its attractive all-inclusive offer. The new offer provides travellers access to extraordinary experiences of the Maldives at the upscale resort. The all-inclusive offer includes: Villa accommodations Choice of daily buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner at Sea Spray or dining credit for lunch and dinner at the Ocean à la carte restaurant Unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages at the resort’s bar and restaurants, with daily sunset happy hour 50% off roundtrip seaplane transfers from Malé to the resort Choice of one complimentary Dhoni sunset cruise or guided house reef snorkelling experience per stay 10% savings...
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India's importance as a source market for international tourism is growing. According to analyses by Skift India, spending on international travel grew by 17% annually between 2008 and 2019, four times faster than global tourism as a whole. For 2027, Skift forecasts further growth of 230% compared to 2019. This puts India in the top 5 source markets for global tourism. In order to continue participating in the rapid growth of the Indian outbound market, the German National Tourist Board (GNTB) is systematically expanding its market activities on the subcontinent. At a press conference in New Delhi, Petra Hedorfer, CEO of the GNTB, explained the strategic approaches to future market development in India: “We have been working the Indian market with a sales agency for two decades.&nb...
Read MoreAt Filitheyo Island Resort, romance unfolds not through grand gestures, but in the quiet intimacy of nature’s finest settings. From soft lapping of waves at your feet to a private beach dinner, this Maldivian retreat offers a getaway that redefines togetherness. Even the journey to Filitheyo begins with a 35-minute seaplane flight over the dazzling Maldivian atolls, followed by a 10-minute traditional dhoni ride from Velana International Airport. Water Villas Couples can indulge in the privacy of water villas, perched above the lagoon with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. Enjoy a romantic swing above the water, or simply unwind on the villa’s deck as the sun sets over the horizon. For those who prefer the beach, Filitheyo offers stunning beachfront accommodations, where you ...
Read MoreThousands of people protested in holiday resorts in Spain's Canary Islands on Sunday against over tourism which they say prices local people out of the housing market. Under the slogan Canary Islands has a limit, residents demonstrated simultaneously in Gran Canaria, Tenerife, La Palma, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote and El Hierro and called for a change in the tourism model for the islands. A woman shows a sign to a tourist sitting on a bench during a demonstration for a change in the tourism model in the Canary Islands on the island of Gran Canaria, Spain, October 20, 2024. REUTERS/Borja Suarez In the Playa de las Americas in Tenerife, protesters appeared on the beach while tourists were sunbathing and chanted "This beach is ours." Activists claimed the arrival of millions of visi...
Read MoreState-of-the-art renovation will bring a new public attraction, a reimagined museum and nighttime experience to its campus in Washington, D.C., set to open in 2026 National Geographic Society has announced the launch of the National Geographic Museum of Exploration, a sustainably-built, must-visit experience as part of its reimagined campus in the heart of Washington, D.C. Scheduled to open in mid-2026, the public attraction, fueled by cutting-edge technologies, will feature one-of-a-kind National Geographic curated exhibitions, immersive and educational experiences, a state-of-the-art theater, restaurant and retail store. The Museum of Exploration will accelerate the Society's mission to illuminate and protect the wonder of our world. As a global nonprofit orga...
Read More# Located in Diriyah in Riyadh, Diriyah Art Futures (DAF) is the MENA region’s first New Media Arts hub # The three-month Mazra’ah Media Art Residency offers access to world-class facilities from February to April 2025 # Work will be showcased through exhibitions and scholarly publications Diriyah Art Futures (DAF), the MENA region’s first hub dedicated to New Media and Digital Art, has announced a call for applications to its inaugural Mazra’ah Media Art Residency for experienced artists and scholars. Running from February to April 2025, the three-month residency comprises two distinct streams for artists and scholars, established in the fields of New Media and Digital Arts. Designed to foster innovation and intellectual exchange across disciplines, the residency offers par...
Read MoreHit musical "The Lion King" is celebrating its 25th anniversary in London's West End this weekend with a special gala performance on Sunday, after first opening its doors at the Lyceum Theatre on Oct. 19, 1999. Based on Disney's 1994 animation film, the stage adaptation, which has played in theatres around the world, has been seen in the British capital by over 19 million theatre goers. "I think that this piece is something that does transcend culture," director and writer Julie Taymor told Reuters, adding that the coming of age story about a lion cub called Simba who endures loss "is something every single human being has to go through." FILE PHOTO: An actor wears a costume on stage during the performance of a musical "Lion King" in London, Britain in 2023. Matt Crockett/Disney/...
Read MoreThe regional assembly of Portugal's Azores Islands approved the creation of the largest protected marine area in the North Atlantic to reach international conservation goals well ahead of time. The approval late on Thursday places the archipelago at the forefront of global ocean conservation that aims to achieve the goals set by the United Nations of protecting 30% of the Earth's land and sea by 2030 under a global pact adopted last year. FILE PHOTO: Atlantic spotted dolphins leap out of the water off Ponta Delgada on Sao Miguel Island in the Azores archipelago, Portugal July 3, 2024. REUTERS/Darrin Zammit Lupi The network will encompass almost 300,000 square kilometres (115,830 square miles) and ensures the preservation of underwater mountain ranges and vulnerable marine ecosyst...
Read MoreHelsinki has achieved its target of being the world's most sustainable destination. The Finnish capital was ranked number one in the latest Global Destination Sustainability (GDS) Index, which was published on 16 October 2024. The Global Destination Sustainability Index measures the sustainability of travel destinations in four different categories using more than 70 indicators. The comparison includes more than a hundred cities throughout the world that have invested in sustainability. Helsinki has performed well in the GDS Index in the past: in 2023, our ranking was fourth. "Being named the world's most sustainable travel destination is proof of the long-term work that has been done in Helsinki. We are developing and growing tourism sustainably t...
Read MoreGlobal hospitality group Minor Hotels, in partnership with Boulevard Hotel Company Limited, has announced the official opening of NH Bangkok Sukhumvit Boulevard. This marks a significant milestone as the first NH Hotels & Resorts brand property in the Thai capital. Situated in the vibrant core of Bangkok's bustling commercial and shopping district, just off Sukhumvit Road, the 315-key property offers guests unparalleled convenience. Its prime location, only 200 meters from the BTS SkyTrain public transportation system, ensures guests can easily explore Bangkok’s attractions, world-class shopping centres and restaurants, and is within walking distance of the renowned Bumrungrad International Hospital. The hotel is just a 30-minute drive from Bangkok’s two airports, Suvarnabhum...
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