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Latvia celebrates Liepāja as the European Capital of Culture 2027

Nov 9, 2023  Read: 2 min.
Cultural aficionados and curious travellers will head to Liepaja in Latvia to discover the European Capital of Culture 2027. On 10 May, 2022, Liepāja in Latvia was named the European Capital of Culture 2027 following a competition between three Latvian cities - Liepāja, Valmiera and Daugavpils. The jury was composed of ten experts selected by…
Podcast Episode 19 Nov 21, 2023

🌍 Episode 19# Visit Finland

In this episode of the ITB News Podcast we will talk with Kristiina Hietasaari, Senior Director at Visit Finland about Finland's unique position as the world's happiest country and its influence on the nation's tourism strategy. She sheds light on how Finland's lesser-known status in the global market is counterbalanced by its impressive record in…
Europe Hotels & Resorts

Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet crowned Best Hotel in the World

Aug 2, 2023  Read: 2 min.
This prestigious accolade from Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards, signifies the pinnacle of global recognition in the hospitality industry and further solidifies Four Seasons as a luminary in luxury accommodation. Alejandro Reynal, President and CEO, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, attributed this unparalleled success to their teams' relentless dedication towards creating bespoke experiences, characterised…
Cruises

PONANT ushers in a new era of carbon-free cruising with its revolutionary new vessel

Aug 1, 2023  Read: 2 min.
PONANT, the trailblazer in maritime innovation, has announced its commitment to an ingeniously crafted transoceanic vessel designed to make strides towards carbon neutrality. Its R&D team, pushing the boundaries of maritime design, have conceived an avant-garde concept that blends six innovative technologies, promising to reshape the future of maritime navigation. This novel vessel, set to…
Asia News Travel Technologies

China allows foreign travellers to make e-payments with their own Mastercard and Visa cards

Jul 31, 2023  Read: 3 min.
China now allows the e-payment for any type of services in the country for international travellers thanks to the linking of Mastercard and Visa owners with e-providers Alipay and WeChat Pay. It is a big step for foreign tourists in a country where cash transactions are vanishing. China is increasingly a country without cash. According…
Asia Europe Gastronomy & Wine Tourism

MICHELIN Guide expands in Turkey, spotlights culinary riches of Izmir and Bodrum

Jul 31, 2023  Read: 2 min.
MICHELIN, the globally revered restaurant rating system, is set to expand its reach within Turkey to incorporate the gastronomically rich cities of Izmir and Bodrum. This expansion will see MICHELIN inspectors traverse the culinary landscapes of these cities, in addition to Istanbul. With the announcement of the first restaurant selections for Izmir and Bodrum scheduled…
Asia City Breaks Cultural Tourism Nature Tourism

Cambodia in need of strengthening its image as a multi-destination country

Jul 28, 2023  Read: 3 min.
Cambodia is mostly associated with Angkor Wat for travellers, which tends to turn the Kingdom into an Angkor-centered mono-destination. "It is time to promote the Kingdom as a multiple destination with its pristine beaches in the South, a vibrant urban life in Phnom Penh and ecotourism destinations in the East," said Jacques Guichandut, managing director…
Asia Cultural Tourism ITB News

Experience Muscat: where tradition meets modernity

Jul 28, 2023  Read: 2 min.
Muscat, the sprawling capital of Oman, has long impressed visitors with its stunning traditional architecture, relaxing beaches and unique setting nestled between the sea and the mountains. From its humble beginnings as a three-square-kilometre old town, the city has grown to extend over 65 kilometres along the coast, split into two historic sections. Old Muscat,…
Americas ITB News Responsible Tourism

Costa Rica: A trailblazer in sustainable and social tourism

Jul 26, 2023  Read: 2 min.
Costa Rica recently strengthened its position by renewing its membership with the International Social Tourism Organisation (ISTO), an assembly of 46 like-minded countries. This act is testament to the country's unwavering commitment to being a sustainable and inclusive destination. The Costa Rican Tourism Institute (ICT) has been lauded for their forward-thinking approach, spearheading initiatives like…
Business Travel & MICE Europe

City of Dreams Mediterranean Resort and Casino in Limassol to be a top venue for MICE in Cyprus

Jul 26, 2023  Read: 3 min.
City of Dreams Mediterranean’s official opening marks the beginning of a new era for tourism in Cyprus with Limassol welcoming Europe's largest premier integrated resort. Run by Chinese company Melco Resorts & Entertainment, the resort offers first class facilities for MICE events. Europe’s first integrated resort, City of Dreams Mediterranean, officially opened its doors in…
Adventure Tourism Americas Nature Tourism Responsible Tourism

Destination Canada launches its Tourism Corridor Strategy Program

Jul 25, 2023  Read: 3 min.
Destination Canada launched its new Tourism Corridor Strategy to accelerate intentional Inter-Provincial/ Territorial destination development across the entire country. Three pilot corridors from across Canada have been selected with programmes being now implemented into less-known regions by international or domestic travellers. Destination Canada has launched a new pilot project called the Tourism Corridor Strategy Program,…

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