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Losardo joined WTM London parent RX Global in February 2022, taking over from Simon Press, and oversaw three editions of the annual trade show, which is held in November. RX on Friday (15 November) confirmed Losardo would in January be relocating to the Middle East to grow the group’s presence... Read more

This 18th-century windmill produces pigments the old-fashioned way: with wind power. The windmill has a fascinating history tied to the Dutch Golden Age when the Netherlands was not only a maritime power but also a center for fine arts, supplying vibrant pigments to the likes of Rembrandt and Vermeer. A... Read more

The touring specialist has introduced new worldwide Grand Tours for 2025, ranging from 16 to 26 days, giving guests longer to explore, while group sizes on Classic European tours have been shrunk from 50 to a maximum of 36. Signature versions have been created of eight European tours, featuring exclusive... Read more

New additions include Morocco’s Marrakech and Hurghada on Egypt’s Red Sea coast, plus festive city break favourites Prague and Krakow, while Reykjavik opens up Iceland’s spectacular landscapes.   The five new routes grow easyJet’s network at BHX to 33 routes in total.   Twice-weekly Marrakech and Prague services will operate... Read more

14 Nov 2024by Daniel PearceFocus to be on train and bus travel as destination looks to capitalise on spike in interest from the British market during the Olympic summerMore than 10% of visitors to France this year have come from the UK (Credit: iStock / Symeonidis Dimitri) France is continuing to put... Read more

Agents can save customers £100 when spend is a minimum of £800, and £200 when spend reaches £2,000, using code S26TRADE. The discounts apply on bookings made until 23.00 Sunday 24 November. For adults-only and solo travel, Mykonos is included with a new hotel range, together with “hidden gem” Dalyan... Read more

Maybe you’re running from a killer, or you’re lost in your old high school on your way to the final exam. Maybe your teeth are crumbling and falling out, or your car is spinning out of control. But whatever form your bad dreams take, they’re almost certainly part of your... Read more

Most of us know Bruce McCandless II by the famous photograph taken by fellow astronaut Robert “Hoot” Gibson as McCandless tested the Manned Maneuvering Unit jetpack that propelled him 300 feet away from the space shuttle in 1984. His son, Bruce McCandless III, has written a book that fills in... Read more

When we think about extraterrestrial life on another planet, one common assumption is that we’re talking about a planet orbiting a star, which provides it with the necessary energy. However, that may not always be so. In a new paper, Alberto Fairén from the Center of Astrobiology in Madrid, Spain,... Read more

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From musical delights to Disney fun, here is TTG’s hot list of river cruise products to offer your clients.  Charlotte FlachActing deputy features editorCharlotte FlachActing deputy features editorThe Nathan Quartett is a German string ensemble Can’t Beet this Amadeus will sail from Amsterdam to Basel for the 250th anniversary of... Read more

Family holidays come in all shapes and sizes, and form important memories for children. Here is TTG’s round up of new family product on the market. Charlotte FlachActing deputy features editorCharlotte FlachActing deputy features editorThe Nickelodeon Treasure Hunt will return to Malta Treasure hunt The Nickelodeon Treasure Hunt will return... Read more

However, these benefits reportedly only lasted for 11 days on average in the UK, the shortest amount of time compared to the US and China. The study also found nearly 95% of respondents agreed they are most likely to step outside their comfort zone on a holiday and more than... Read more

Asia’s numerous festivals can provide a fascinating insight into the region’s many cultures and traditions. Charlotte FlachActing deputy features editorThese celebrations are popular with tourists and localsSharelinesAsian festivals offer the perfect cultural experienceCharlotte FlachActing deputy features editor Traditional festivals in Asia are the perfect cultural experience for clients and provide... Read more

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Delegation is an important part of managing a busy team. everywoman in Travel explains how to do so effectively.  Kate FarrowHead of PartnershipsKate FarrowHead of PartnershipsDelegation is not about handing over tasks that you dislike or that bore youSharelinesEverything you need to know to delegate effectively Delegation is the deliberate... Read more

Touring and adventure There has been a quiet revolution going on in the touring and adventure sector over the past few years. Clients are now being offered itineraries to a wider range of destinations using different modes of transport, while operators are also adding more flexibility into their itineraries and... Read more

Anantara's Jungle Bubbles are fully air-conditioned Transparent bubble rooms in the Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp and Resort are fully air-conditioned, perched on raised wooden decks and have 22 square metres of floor space. This includes a 4.5-diameter bedroom with a king-size bed and concealed en-suite bathroom. Guests can use... Read more

Aman Niseko will be an all-season retreat on an 187-hectare site on the slopes of Mount Moiwa in Hokkaido’s Niseko region. It will have 30 rooms, wellness facilities and a number of restaurants. The mountainous area is known for abundant snowfall and long ski runs in winter, and mild weather... Read more

Anantara's Jungle Bubbles are fully air-conditioned Transparent bubble rooms in the Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp and Resort are fully air-conditioned, are perched on raised wooden decks and have 22 square metres of floor space. This includes a 4.5 diameter bedroom with a king-size bed and concealed en-suite bathroom. Guests... Read more

The new hotel is in old town Malaga A luxury boutique hotel has opened in Malaga old town inside a historic aristocratic palace. Palacio Solecio is close to the Picasso Museum and Roman amphitheatre, and was originally built in the 18th century by Italian nobleman Felix Solecio. The building stood... Read more

World of Hyatt members, who earn five points for every $1 spent on eligible rooms at Hyatt or Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH), can now collect at more than 300 hotels around the world. Points can be exchanged for free nights, room upgrades, priority check-in and free amenities.... Read more

World of Hyatt members, who earn five points for every $1 spent on an eligible room at Hyatt or Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH), can now collect at more than 300 hotels around the world. Points equate to free nights, room upgrades, priority check-in and free amenities. Participating... Read more

Partnering with luxury ski equipment designer Bomber Ski, Eyos will start offering week-long, superyacht-based trips guided by Olympic skiier Bode Miller and explorer Doug Stoup from next year. The Greenland trip is scheduled for April 2020 and Antarctica for December of the same year. “Over the last several years, we... Read more

“The moment I first encountered Cocoa, something about its spirit snagged me,” said Christina Ong, owner of Como Hotels and Resorts. “When I walked to the end of the island, and looked back along its sandbank, it felt so graceful and healing — an effect I wanted to amplify for... Read more

AFAR and AmaWaterways have teamed up for an exclusive Rhine River cruise in 2020.    share this article Nestled in the hills above Heidelberg, Germany is the famous Heidelberg Castle—a gorgeous red-sandstone mix of Gothic and Renaissance architecture that includes a 49,000-gallon wine cask from the 18th century and... Read more

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Photo by Annie FitzsimmonsThe InterContinental Carlton Cannes has a glamorous history. For four days, it feels like the center of the world. The luxury travel world, at least.Article continues below advertisement share this article Here is a baker’s dozen of reasons I love ILTM Cannes: Kicking off the week by standing... Read more

Take advantage of the fact that everyone is gathered around the table to start plotting out where to go together in the coming year. share this article Five years ago, Chez Chesak decided to shake things up during the postmeal/predessert lull at his wife’s family’s massive Thanksgiving gathering—he handed out... Read more

Plenty of sites claim to predict your ideal trip based on your character. We took the test to find out if it work. share this article We don’t always take the bait from emails, but this one caught our eye: Can taking the Myers-Briggs personality test help you figure out... Read more

Postcard of the Smithsonian Institution Castle sent in 1939 from my mom in Washington, D.C. to my uncles in Casper, Wyoming—nearly 80 years before I started working at the Smithsonian. (Kirk Johnson) My mom, Katie Jo Pearce, was born on April 17, 1929. She grew up on a sheep and... Read more

42 Comments By Ray A. Smith Ray A. Smith The Wall Street Journal Biography Updated Feb. 6, 2019 10:09 a.m. ET Jason Wu, in the office of his Manhattan showroom last month, is overhauling his business. Photo: Erik Tanner for The Wall Street Journal After Michelle Obama wore an... Read more

14 Comments By Chris Kornelis Feb. 5, 2019 1:19 p.m. ET Brandi Carlile photographed with her longtime bandmates on her home turf of Washington state. Their latest album ‘By the Way, I Forgive You’ and single ‘The Joke’ gleaned several Grammy nominations. Photo: Pete Souza MAPLE VALLEY, Wash.—Dave Cobb... Read more