Travel and Tour World

Travel and Tour World, a travel trade media and an information platform, is an all-inclusive and far-reaching B2B travel magazine. It aspires to build a network of travel and tour professionals across the globe to mark its presence in this increasingly co

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VisitEngland’s Accolades Recognise Quality Experiences At England’s Attractions

A host of attractions across England have received VisitEngland Accolades in recognition of the quality visitor experiences on offer. There are 61 accolades in this round, which sit alongside 17 from the first round announced in August las…

Scots wha hae… changed the world!

Just two weeks before the 90th anniversary of John Logie Baird’s first public demonstration of his now famous invention – the television , VisitScotland has released an animation that illustrates how different the world would have been wit…

Scottish tourist guides launch new website

Scotland’s premier tourist guide organisation has launched a new state of the art website in a drive to attract more visitors to use its members’ services.The Scottish Tourist Guides Association (STGA) has some 500 professionally qualified…

Classic way to explore mystical Sri Lanka

One of the hottest destinations of 2016 – Sri Lanka – can be explored on a classic Royal Enfield motorbike this August, with adventure travellers able to join Extreme Bike Tours’ ride across the tear-shaped island solo without a singles su…

Wyndham Vacation Ownership Takes Home Nine MarCom Awards at 2015 International Competition

the 2015 international creative competition, which recognizes outstanding achievements by marketing and communication professionals around the world. This year, more than 6,500 entries came from corporate marketing and communication depart…

Thailand projecting turnaround in visitor arrivals from Russia

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) proceeded normally with its participation in the International Russian Travel Market-Leisure (OTDYKH-Leisure) trade show as part of its ongoing objective to maintain a high marketing profile across a…

Sabre’s TripCase messaging platform to connect travelers with one billion messages in 2015

Sabre Corporation, the leading technology provider to the global travel industry, announced that its customers, including airlines, hotels and travel management companies, will send more than one billion targeted messages to travelers this…

Best holiday destinations in Sri Lanka

This is a 50-acre organic coconut estate upon which resides a discerningly renovated Plantation Bungalow and Lodge, offering a seamless blend of modern luxury coupled with old world charm. From a saltwater swimming pool to organic vegetabl…

Emergency tests, exercises conducted by Makkah Metro prior to Hajj commencement

In order to be ready to face any untoward incidents on Wukuf Day, various emergency management tests and exercises are being conducted by Makkah Metro, said Makkah Metro train operator, Prasarana Malaysia Berhad. continue reading....

Hunter hosts peak industry conference this week, showcasing capacity of regions to host corporate events

A key conference in the Hunter this week organised by Australia’s peak business events body will help reinforce the capacity for regional areas to host major conventions, according to the Altogether Perfect marketing group which won the co…

Church House accredited as Living Wage employer

Church House Conference Centre has achieved accreditation as a Living Wage employer. continue reading.........

Macarthur set to star in new TV season of ‘A Place to Call Home’

The role of the historic Macarthur region as the set location for the Australian TV drama, ‘A Place to Call Home’, will be showcased once again when season three of the program premieres on Foxtel’s SoHo channel on September 27, 2015. cont…

Celebrating Melbourne’s 180th Birthday

Over the past 19 years, the Melbourne Day committee have coordinated a number of entertaining activities and events to raise awareness of Melbourne’s history and celebrate its anniversary. continue reading.........

Morocco tourism rebounds after initial fall

After witnessing a drop in the first quarter of this year, the income of the tourism sector in Morocco rebounded, with revenues increasing in July by 16 per cent, according to the Ministry of Tourism. continue reading.........

Boeing-built Satellite Will Create First Global High-Speed Broadband Network

When the third Boeing-buil Inmarsat-5 satellite, which is now in orbit, becomes fully operational later this year it will provide the technology and coverage necessary for worldwide high-speed broadband access. continue reading.........

Young gamechanger to host The Dorchester Big Hospitality Conversation

On Monday 7th September 2015, Camden resident Rumi Begum will be hosting the British Hospitality Associations’ nationwide careers event, The Big Hospitality Conversation. continue reading........

New Video Series From History making Productions Explores Philadelphia’s Sacred Sites

the World Meeting of Families (WMOF), and the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) today launched The Faithful Traveler, a series of 10 videos featuring some of the region’s Catholic shrines and sacred places. continue…

New Zealand plans ultimate All Blacks Experience

In 2017 a unique new visitor attraction will open in Auckland, New Zealand. The All Blacks Experience will be an interactive destination showcasing the All Blacks and the game of rugby like never before. continue reading........

Steinreich Communications Acquires Leading Travel & Tourism Agency

Steinreich Communications Group, Inc., an international public relations agency headquartered in New Jersey, has expanded its presence in the travel and hospitality sector with the addition of Montgomery Communications, continue reading...…

Viator Partners with I Love New York to Showcase the Best of New York State to Millions of Travelers Worldwide

With the summer in full swing and the changing of the seasons just several weeks away, the time couldn’t be better to introduce travelers to a new way to discover and plan amazing travel experiences across New York State. continue reading.…

Travelport holds business roundtable for Tanzania’s top travel agents

travel and tourism industry has concluded a business roundtable with Tanzania’s leading travel agents which showcased the role of technology in redefining travel commerce and delved into Travelport’s activities and commitment to their busi…

National Food Safety Month Highlights Restaurant Industry Best Practices

To spotlight the restaurant industry’s ongoing commitment to food safety, the National Restaurant Association (NRA) today announced this year’s National Food Safety Month (NFSM) theme will be “Let it Flow,” focusing on the flow of food thr…

Top 4 Road Trips for California Wine Month in September

The best time to take a culinary trip is California Wine Month in September, when the air is buzzing with the excitement of harvest. continue reading.......

Travelport and Nakhal Travel Announce Multi-Year Agreement

Travelport, a leading Travel Commerce Platform providing distribution, technology, payment and other solutions for the $8 trillion global travel and tourism industry, has today announced a renewal, through its distributor, of multi-year ag…

Residence Inn Las Vegas Hughes Center Goes All In With $7 Million Renovation To Guest Suites

Travelers looking for pristine accommodations near Sin City’s hottest attractions can feel confident when placing a bet on Residence Inn Las Vegas Hughes Center. continue reading........

b4checkin Partners with Ronald McDonald House of New York

b4checkin is proud to announce its completion of a fully customized booking engine platform for Ronald McDonald House New York (RMH-NY). continue reading..........

Flight cancellations in Shanghai left thousands of travelers stranded

Following the effects of Typhoon Goni, thousands of passengers were left stranded at Shanghai’s airports. Almost 300 flights were delayed and more than 100 flights were cancelled. continue reading...........

Australia’s premier Aboriginal art & cultural events celebrate 25th anniversary

One of Australia’s premier Aboriginal art and cultural events – Desert Mob 2015 – is celebrating its 25th anniversary in September with a series of events at the Araluen Arts Centre. continue reading........

Indonesia, El Salvador ink diplomatic and official visa waiver agreement

Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno L.P. Marsudi and El Salvador Foreign Minister Hugo Roger Martinez Bonilla signed the agreement on the sidelines of the ministerial meeting of the Forum for East Asia-Latin America Cooperation (FEALAC) in S…

ASTA Welcomes Kevin V. Wang as Director, Industry Affairs & Research

The American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA) is pleased to announce that Kevin V. Wang is joining the association, effective today, as Director, Industry Affairs & Research. continue reading.........