Travel

AEG's Kate Sheets Named to Sports Business Journal's Forty Under 40 Class of 2025

June 17, 2025 1:20 PM

Kate Sheets, Senior Vice President of Strategy and Business Affairs for AEG Global Partnerships, has been named to Sports Business Journal's prestigious Forty Under 40 Class of 2025, a recognition that honors top executives under the age of 40 who are driving innovation and excellence across sports, entertainment, media, and technology. In her role at AEG Global Partnerships, Sheets is instrumental in managing and expanding high-impact brand...

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AEG Celebrates the LGBTQIA + Community at the 2025 LA Pride Parade

June 13, 2025 6:20 PM

AEG To celebrate the power of connection, more than 50 employees from AEG and its Southern California business divisions including AXS, AEG Presents, Crypto.com Arena, Dignity Health Sports Park, the LA Galaxy, LA Kings, marched alongside the company's float during the 55th Annual LA Pride celebration on June 8, 2025. The iconic event, which was one of the largest pride parades in the country, honored the strength and resilience of Los Angeles'...

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Baglioni Hotel Luna Unveils Santo Mare: A New Seafood Dining Destination in Venice

June 13, 2025 10:45 AM

Baglioni Hotel Luna, the exclusive five-star property overlooking the Venice lagoon, proudly announces the grand opening of Santo Mare, an innovative seafood restaurant reimagining authentic Italian fishmonger traditions through a contemporary culinary lens. This brand forms part of a high-profile global collection of restaurant brands by Reitano Food. Santo Mare welcomes both hotel guests and the public to indulge in a refined gastronomic...

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How Yum! Brands Maximizes Franchise Operating Capability

June 12, 2025 1:40 PM

At Yum!, we operate close to 61,000 restaurants in 155-plus countries and territories. One key to our success? Maximizing franchise operating capability. Watch the latest episode of "Quick Bite," the series that brings you Yum! news in about a minute, to learn what we look for in our partners and how we work together to build the world's most loved, most trusted and fastest-growing restaurant brands. View additional multimedia and more ESG...

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Ownia Collection Offers Sustainable Summer Escapes to Bali, Azores, Zanzibar

June 12, 2025 9:30 AM

As the travel industry continues to evolve in 2025, the conversation is no longer just about where to go - but how to go. With the impacts of mass tourism becoming harder to ignore, destinations like Bali, the Azores, and Zanzibar are leading a movement toward sustainable luxury. Ownia Collection's independent hotels are redefining what it means to travel responsibly to these still unspoiled locations - offering a deeper and sustainable...

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Global Tourism Elites Gather for "Night of Hainan"

June 11, 2025 11:06 PM

On June 7, more than 450 global tourism industry representatives met in Sanya, China, for the Night of Hainan Tourism Promotional Event, where they learned about the province's tourism and cultural resources. Overseas tour operators at the "Night of Hainan" At the event, guests were amazed by Hainan's natural beauty and cultural legacies showcased in the promotional video. They engaged in in-depth discussions on hot topics, including the latest...

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Global Tourism Elites Eye New Opportunities in Hainan, China

June 11, 2025 11:06 PM

On June 8, the Overseas Tour Operators Hainan Tour 2025 was inaugurated in Sanya, China, and more than 450 tourism industry representatives worldwide explored new opportunities in Hainan. Overseas Tour Operators Hainan Tour 2025 Themed "Travel to Meet the World," the event showcased the province's advancements in enhancing international visitor experiences, such as payment facilitation, multi-language services, visa-free policies, and expanded...

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Liuyang Fireworks Make Chinese-Style Romance a Global Sensation

June 11, 2025 9:48 PM

In Liuyang, central China's Hunan Province, the stories of fireworks have been passed down through generations. As the world's largest production and trade hub for fireworks and firecrackers, Liuyang has a history of making fireworks that dates back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907). Liuyang fireworks captivate audiences at many major events, such as 2008 Beijing and 2024 Paris Olympics Opening Ceremonies. Demand overseas is soaring. Consistent...

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G6 Hospitality Unveils AI-Powered Upgraded My6 App

June 11, 2025 9:05 AM

G6 Hospitality, the parent company of Motel 6 and Studio 6, today announced the launch of the new My6, a completely revamped consumer app featuring advanced AI personalization feature for customers. The revamped guest-facing app delivers 2X faster performance with a 50% reduction in latency, offering improved booking experiences that directly benefit property visibility and occupancy rates. The cornerstone of the new My6 app is its proprietary...

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Appalachian Mountain Club's High Mountain Huts Open for 2025 Season

June 11, 2025 9:00 AM

The Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC), America's oldest conservation and recreation organization, announced today that its storied eight High Mountain Huts in New Hampshire's White Mountain National Forest are open for the 2025 season. "AMC's High Mountain Huts offer a kind of joy you can't find anywhere else," said Nicole Zussman, President and CEO of the Appalachian Mountain Club. "Picture yourself hiking through awe-inspiring alpine landscapes...

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AEG Hosts HBCU Interns at L.A. LIVE During HBCU in LA Summit Week

June 10, 2025 11:50 AM

As part of the Entertainment Industry College Outreach Program's (EICOP) HBCU in LA Summit Week, AEG, the leading sports and live entertainment company, hosted more than 40 interns from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) at its L.A. LIVE campus on May 30, 2025. The event brought industry talent and executives from AEG and across the entertainment sector together and offered students a chance to participate in panel discussions,...

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Yum! Brands Honored With Community Cornerstone Award for Transformative Impact in Louisville

June 10, 2025 11:45 AM

LinkedIn Yum! Brands recently received the prestigious Community Cornerstone Award from Metro United Way, a non-profit organization focused on empowering the community in Yum!'s hometown of Louisville, Kentucky. The Community Cornerstone Award celebrates companies that believe in building a stronger Louisville for all, and highlights Yum! Brands' all-in approach to driving real impact through fundraising, leadership, employee engagement and...

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Bahia Principe Celebrates 30 Years of All-Inclusive Hospitality With a Vision for the Future

June 9, 2025 12:00 PM

Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts marked its 30th anniversary with a landmark celebration during the opening night of the Dominican Annual Tourism Exchange (DATE) 2025 at Bahia Principe Bávaro Resort. The evening brought together tour operators, industry leaders, collaborators, media, and distinguished guests-including ASONAHORES President Juan Bancalari-to commemorate three decades of excellence. Themed "Evolution," the gala blended innovation,...

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LA Kings and Grades of Green Team Up To Create Vital Green Spaces for Students Through Adopt-A-School Program

June 6, 2025 3:15 PM

AEG's LA Kings teamed up with environmental nonprofit Grades of Green to revitalize green spaces at two schools in Inglewood, CA. The initiative sought to empower students through hands-on learning and environmental education as part of Grades of Green's Adopt-A-School Garden Program. On Wednesday, May 28, LA Kings employees along with volunteers from SoCalGas worked side by side with 60 students at Bennett-Kew Elementary School to transform the...

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The Last Hotel, STL a St. Louis Hotel is Poised to Reopen as Shelter for Tornado Displaced Families - Effort Blocked by Legal and Institutional Barriers

June 6, 2025 2:00 PM

The Last Hotel STL, a landmark property in the Washington Avenue Historic District, is fully prepared to reopen as a professionally operated family shelter for those displaced by the recent tornado disaster. Despite this readiness, efforts have been stalled by legal gridlock, lack of funding, and a disturbing lack of support from local institutions and corporations. Majority owner Michael Qualizza has outlined a detailed, transparent plan to...

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Velas Resorts' Cocina de Autor Restaurants Maintain Two MICHELIN Stars as World's Only All-Inclusive Hotel Group with Dual MICHELIN Recognition, Riviera Maya Location Also Earning the 2025 MICHELIN Service Award

June 5, 2025 12:00 PM

Velas Resorts proudly announces that both of its acclaimed Cocina de Autor restaurants have successfully maintained their prestigious MICHELIN star status in the 2025 MICHELIN Guide to Mexico. The restaurants, located at Grand Velas Los Cabos and Grand Velas Riviera Maya, continue to exemplify culinary excellence while remaining fully integrated into each resort's all-inclusive experience. In addition, Cocina de Autor Riviera Maya was honored...

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KFC France Teams Unite for a Clean Walk in Paris: Taking Steps Toward a Cleaner, Greener World

June 4, 2025 12:35 PM

KFC The KFC France team came together with the KFC CNIT La Défense ProNoïa restaurant team for a Clean Walk around La Défense in Paris. The aim? To bring awareness to the cleanliness of the environment we live and work in, while uniting our corporate and restaurant teams. We got out in the fresh air, collected trash, and cleaned up our local space - as one team, with the same environmental dream. Together we're moving forward, step by step, to...

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Halal Holidays Officially Launches HalalHolidaysasia to Meet the Soaring Demand for Muslim Friendly Travel Across Asia

May 31, 2025 8:25 AM

Halal Holidays today announced the official launch of its dedicated Muslim-friendly travel platform, HalalHolidays.asia, addressing the rapidly expanding halal tourism sector projected to reach US$225 billion by 2028. The new platform offers fully halal-certified travel packages, accommodations, and seamless booking experiences specifically designed for faith-conscious travellers. The launch comes as industry research from CrescentRating...

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Bacardi’s Talent Management VP on Blending a 160-Year Family Heritage With a Modern Twist

May 29, 2025 11:10 AM

By Tony Case Originally published on WorkLife As global VP of talent management for the past decade-plus at one of the world's best-known spirits brands, John McCusker has witnessed firsthand the challenges faced by HR teams everywhere - but with a twist. At a time when conversations about the workplace tend to revolve around AI, RTO, the impact of President Trump's rapid-fire directives and other changes in the way business is done, McCusker...

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EconomyBookings.com Witnesses Surge in Global Car Rental Demand Amid Evolving Travel Trends

May 29, 2025 10:00 AM

Global online car rental marketplace, EconomyBookings.com, is experiencing a significant surge in demand as international travel rebounds and consumer preferences shift towards digital-first, app-based booking platforms. Founded in 2008, EconomyBookings.com connects travelers with a wide network of car rental providers across 150+ countries, offering competitive pricing, diverse vehicle options, and localized support. The platform's Q1 2025...

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