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Holiday Inn Express expands its footprint in India

December 12, 2024119 Views

New hotel in Greater Noida Knowledge Park is designed to expand and elevate accommodation options for business, family and solo travellers in key Indian markets IHG Hotels & Resorts, a global leader in hospitality, has announced the opening of a new Holiday Inn Express property in India. The new hotel launched in Greater Noida Knowledge Park marks a significant addition to the brand’s growing portfolio in the country. Holiday Inn Express champions simple, smart travel and was created in 1991 to challenge convention in the travel industry. The brand caters to smart, savvy travelers who are on the move and two steps ahead and need a hotel to serve as a no-fuss base camp where they can rest, relax, and recharge before making their next connection. Holiday Inn Express is committed...

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Matador Network Travel Awards highlight eight top global destinations

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December 10, 2024106 Views

The 10 winners of the 2024 Matador Network Travel Awards were recently announced by the leading travel publisher. Half the honorees were nominated and chosen by the in-house team of Matador world-travel experts who developed points-based ranking criteria. The other half are readers' choice honorees, a new wrinkle added to Matador's travel awards this year. "Some people love to travel just to see new places, and others travel with very specific ideas about what they want their experience to be," says Matador Network CEO Ross Borden. "These award-winning destinations, whether chosen by Matador experts or Matador readers, combine those two desires. Every location on this list is a great place to explore, and they also have the ability to scratch a certain, specific itch like no other." ...

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The Apurva Kempinski Bali is the ‘Best Sustainable Hotel’

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December 9, 2024113 Views

Wins accolades at the prestigious 2024 ULTRAs Awards at Kensington Palace in London A beacon of sustainable luxury, the five-star resort is recognised globally as a leader in luxury hospitality for its commitment to environmental, social, and governance principles. The Apurva Kempinski Bali has elevated its global standing as a leader in sustainable luxury by being awarded as 'Best Sustainable Hotel' at the 18th edition of the Ultimate Luxury Travel Related Awards (ULTRAs), held in London on 7 November 2024. This accolade highlights the resort's dedication to delivering responsible luxury experiences while underpinning its commitment to environmental, social, and governance principles into its operations. Voted by 28 million members of the GHA DISCOVERY loyalty pr...

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Kerala Tourism to hold B2B meet on Malabar’s tourism potential

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December 9, 202486 Views

Seeking to bring into spotlight Malabar's rich tourism potential, Kerala Tourism will hold a business-to-business (B2B) meet on December 27 at Kozhikode to connect key players in the travel and tourism industry from across India and forge meaningful collaborations with them. The event, ‘Gateway to Malabar: A Tourism B2B Meet’, is being organised by Kerala Tourism in collaboration with Metro Expedition and the Beypore International Water Fest, to showcase the region’s unique attractions, including its adventure opportunities, culinary delights, vibrant arts, captivating folklore, and timeless heritage. The business meet will be held at The Raviz Kadavu, Kozhikode, from 10 am to 8 pm. “Designed to position Malabar as a top travel destination, the B2B meet most impor...

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‘Little Louvre’ gets its modern art addition

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December 8, 202485 Views

Will be home to one of the world’s most important collections of 20th century Italian art Milan’s Brera boosts its cultural cachet with an overdue modern art wing and Leonardo’s Last Supper Milan’s Pinacoteca di Brera museum, conceived under Napoleon as a “little Louvre,” is finally getting a modern art addition first envisioned more than 50 years ago with the opening Sunday of Palazzo Citterio, home to one of the world’s most important collections of 20th century Italian art. Completing the project long beset by shifting priorities, periods of neglect and most recently an ill-fated architectural vision was a priority for Brera director Angelo Crespi when he took over in January. Italy’s then-culture minister set Dec. 7 — the feast day for Milan’s patron St. Ambrose — as...

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Restored Notre-Dame Cathedral reopens, five years after fire

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December 7, 202486 Views

The centuries-old Paris landmark Notre-Dame Cathedral reopens on Saturday, five-and-a-half years after a devastating fire destroyed its spire and roof and brought the entire Gothic masterpiece within minutes of collapsing. The 860-year-old medieval building has been meticulously restored, with a new spire and rib vaulting, its flying buttresses and carved stone gargoyles returned to their past glory and the white stone and gold decorations shining brighter than ever. View of a light show rehearsal on the facade of the Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral, five-and-a-half years after a fire ravaged the Gothic masterpiece, on the eve of reopening ceremonies in Paris, France, December 6, 2024. REUTERS/Sarah Meyssonnier The restoration, a spectacular achievement in just five years for a str...

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Persian onager returns to Saudi Arabia after more than 100 years

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December 7, 2024137 Views

Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve has reintroduced the Persian onager to Saudi Arabia, marking the species' return to the Kingdom after more than a century of absence. In April 2024, seven Persian onagers were translocated from the Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature's Shaumari Reserve in Jordan to the Reserve, establishing the first wild population in the Kingdom in over a century. Following their 935-kilometer journey, the onagers have adapted well to their new habitat, with the birth of the first foal in the Reserve—a significant milestone in rewilding efforts for both the Reserve and Saudi Arabia. "These are the first free running onager seen in Saudi Arabia since their extinction in the early 1900s. Historically celebrated ...

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Costa Rica’s digital identity reflects its international growth

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December 6, 202481 Views

A study indicates a remarkable growth in searches in both sectors A new analysis of Costa Rica's identity and digital footprint reveals that the country has consolidated its position by showing significant growth in tourism and exports, according to the 2022-2023 study conducted by Bloom Consulting for esencial COSTA RICA. Based on more than 12.4 million searches, this report highlights how Costa Rica has managed to capture global interest in key areas such as tourism, investment, and exports. In addition, it underlines the country's alignment with the principles of sustainability, a central issue for Costa Rica at the global level. In particular, the aspects of renewable energy, carbon neutral and sustainable products occupy a prominent place...

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Which are the US airports with most delays and cancellations

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December 6, 202487 Views

As travelers gear up for the busy holiday season, navigating the unpredictable flight landscape will be more crucial than ever. New data analyzed by InsureMyTrip researchers reveals which U.S. airports have experienced the highest (and lowest) percentage of delays and cancellations in 2024. Whether you're visiting family across the US or jetting off for a winter vacation, knowing which airports to avoid could save you time and frustration during one of the busiest travel seasons of the year. San Francisco and Buffalo: Travel Hotspots with the Most DisruptionsSan Francisco International (SFO) takes the top spot for the highest percentage of delayed flights this year, with 37.18% of flights delayed between January and June 2024. Buffalo Niagara International (BUF) saw t...

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New York museum unveils ‘Apex’ – an almost complete Stegosaurus

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December 6, 2024108 Views

The American Museum of Natural History revealed the identity of its latest resident on Thursday - "Apex," one of the most complete specimens ever discovered of the plant-eating dinosaur Stegosaurus, known for the upright plates on its back and a spiky tail. To excited gasps from an audience of school children, the museum pulled back a beige curtain to reveal the 11-foot (3.4-meter) tall, 20-foot (6-meter) long skeleton of the Jurassic Period dinosaur. A Stegosaurus fossil nicknamed Apex is unveiled to the media at the American Museum of Natural History, in New York City, U.S., December 5, 2024. REUTERS/Shannon Stapleton "People are really excited about this fossil because Stegosaurus is an iconic dinosaur," said the museum's dinosaur curator Roger Benson. Stegosaurus walked on...