Travel

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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AEG and Goldenvoice Hosts High-School and College Students for an Inside Look at the Making of a Music Festival

May 28, 2025 10:30 AM

To educate high-school and college students about career opportunities in the live music industry, AEG and Goldenvoice hosted two career exploration events, AEG Futures, timed to Goldenvoice's popular music festivals Just Like Heaven and Head in the Clouds Music & Arts Festival. The AEG Futures' Just Like Heaven event took place on May 8 and included remarks by Pasadena Mayor Victor Gordo Pasadena City Council Member Tyron Hampton, as well as...

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New Creativity Workshops To Customize Reusable Water Bottles Promotes Sustainability at Velas Resorts in Mexico

May 27, 2025 9:00 PM

Velas Resorts, the renowned resort collection with properties across Mexico, introduces a new experience across its locations that merge environmental awareness, artistic expression, and elevated hospitality. Part of the resorts' ongoing commitment to sustainability and responsible tourism, the Water Bottle Painting Workshop invites participants to customize their own reusable water bottles using premium paints, fine brushes, and a protective...

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Kentucky Humane Society Receives $10,000 Kentucky Fried Wishes Grant To Support Women Warriors Program

May 27, 2025 11:30 AM

Yum! Brands LinkedIn The KFC Foundation surprised the Kentucky Humane Society with their $10,000 Kentucky Fried Wishes grant! The grant will be used for their Women Warriors program which will connect women veterans, women first responders, and female family members of veterans, with rescue horses. Star of the celebration was definitely Walter, a cutie patootie kitty who has moderate Cerebellar Hypoplasia (CH), which makes him just a bit wobbly....

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Vodafone becomes Borussia Dortmund's new main shirt sponsor

May 26, 2025 7:15 AM

Starting with the new 2025/2026 season, Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund will collaborate with companies from the Vodafone Group, including Vodafone Deutschland GmbH, as the new and sole main shirt sponsor in all national and international competitions. The partnership will go far beyond mere shirt sponsorship. Among other things, Vodafone and BVB want to initiate an innovation and technology offensive with the aim of creating new digital...

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LA Galaxy Defender Maya Yoshida Participates in Fireside Chat To Inspire Asian, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Youth About Careers in Sports

May 22, 2025 1:55 PM

AEG's LA Galaxy, hosted a fireside chat with team Defender and former captain of the Japanese National Team, Maya Yoshida, designed to inspire local Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) youth about career paths with the sports industry. The event was held at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, CA, on May 1, 2025 in collaboration with the Little Tokyo Service Center and Terasaki Budokan, as part of API Desi Heritage...

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Rythmia Announces "In Appreciation of Veterans" Week With Exclusive Offer for U.S. Service Members

May 22, 2025 11:00 AM

Rythmia Life Advancement Center, the world's premier medically licensed plant medicine retreat, is proud to announce its inaugural "In Appreciation of Veterans" week, taking place August 24th-31st, 2025. As a gesture of gratitude to those who have served, Rythmia is offering a $2,000 discount (30% off) to all qualifying veterans attending during this special week of transformational healing. This dedicated week will offer U.S. veterans the...

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Serving Up Good: Samantha Mannes on Building Connection Through the CHAR Fund

May 20, 2025 12:10 PM

Yum! Brands Since its founding in 1997, Yum! and its brands have Served Up Good by investing in initiatives that enable our team members, employees, and communities to thrive. The company remains committed to using its capital - financial and human - to reduce food insecurity and to help individuals gain the skills and capabilities they need to build meaningful careers. This series highlights both the stories of leaders within Yum! who are...

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Bacardi Welcomes Students From Florida International University's Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management to Bermuda Headquarters

May 16, 2025 9:35 AM

Bacardi, the world's largest privately held international spirits company, proudly welcomed 80 students and seven faculty members from Florida International University (FIU) to its global headquarters in Bermuda last week as part of an immersive learning experience focused on the hospitality, tourism, and beverage industries. The visiting students, representing FIU's Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management, arrived in Bermuda via...

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Orbite and 7Lifestyle Announce Strategic Partnership to Bring Exclusive Astronaut Training Experiences to High-Net-Worth Individuals

May 15, 2025 6:00 AM

Orbite, the premier provider of space training and operations for space explorers, has announced a strategic partnership with 7Lifestyle, a leading concierge service catering to high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), to offer elite clientele exclusive access to spaceflight preparation and training programs. Through this collaboration, 7Lifestyle members will gain privileged entry to Orbite's Experience Train Fly program, which features Space Agency...

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Bacardi-Owned BOMBAY SAPPHIRE(R) Announces 'Electrifying' Global Partnership With E1 Series

May 14, 2025 2:00 PM

Bacardi-owned BOMBAY SAPPHIRE® is stepping into the world of sports entertainment, announcing a new global partnership with E1 Series - the world's first all-electric race boat Championship that combines sports, entertainment and a respect for the world's 'natural blues.' The partnership sees BOMBAY SAPPHIRE become the Official Gin Partner of the UIM E1 World Championship. BOMBAY SAPPHIRE branding will appear across the Championship, with teams...

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Price Comparison for 4- and 5-Star Hotels in 10 Most Popular Tourist Cities

May 13, 2025 9:00 AM

Hotelin.com research highlights the rise in 4- and 5-star hotel prices in the world's most popular tourist destinations. Key factors driving this trend include increased tourism demand, luxury accommodations, sustainability efforts, and global economic instability. Here's an overview of price changes from 2024 to 2025 for the top cities: Istanbul Prices for 5-star hotels in Istanbul increased significantly from 2024 to 2025. In 2024, luxury...

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Roadtrippers Offers Free Premium Access May 16-18 - Just in Time for Summer Trip Planning

May 13, 2025 9:00 AM

Roadtrippers, North America's #1 road trip planning app, is giving travelers a reason to hit the road this season by offering its first-ever Free Preview Weekend with free access to its full suite of Premium features - from May 16 through May 18 - just in time for peak road trip season. For three days only, road trippers can explore the power of Roadtrippers Premium including the new and improved Roadtrippers Autopilot™, an AI-powered trip...

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