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AirAsia SUPER+ subscription

Written by Traveltalksteam on April 4, 2022. Posted in Airline, Destination news.

April 4, 2022 – AirAsia SUPER+ subscription

AirAsia celebrates the reopening of Malaysian international borders today by welcoming travellers back into the country with a series of activities at klia2.

A total of 12 international AirAsia flights from eight countries, including Cambodia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Bangladesh, the Philippines and India arrived into klia2 today, marking the revival of its international operations after more than two years of flying downtime due to the pandemic.

AirAsia’s dedicated team of fully-vaccinated staff including pilots, cabin crew and ground personnel were on duty to support the large number of guests who took the opportunity from AirAsia’s resumption of international services to cater to the significant pent-up demand for air travel across the region. Welcoming and sending-off events for the inaugural post-pandemic international services also took place in other destinations including in Thailand, the Philippines, Singapore and Vietnam.

AirAsia SUPER+ subscription

n conjunction with the reopening of international borders, guests can again look forward to reconnect with friends and families and ignite their wanderlust to popular destinations in Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, Brunei, the Philippines, the Maldives and more from as low as just RM89 one-way, while domestic routes are on sale from just RM39 one-way. Book your flights on the ‘Flights’ option in the airasia Super App from now until 3 April 2022, for travel between 1 April 2022 until 25 March 2023.

Furthermore, guests who booked an AirAsia international flight (flight code AK) on the super app from now until 10 April 2022, will be automatically entitled to join a lucky draw contest, where they will stand a chance to win RM12,000 worth of airasia points. Additionally, guests can also secure RM10 off their next ride to or from the airport through airasia ride, the e-hailing service of airasia Super App.

To further boost demand for air travel and create more excitement amongst the consumer, airasia Super App has also launched an innovative and revolutionary AirAsia SUPER+ subscription which is available for purchase across Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines until 2 April 2022. SUPER+ is a smarter way to experience the new world of airasia as it allows the subscriber to fly anywhere, enjoy bigger savings and more rewards for their travel and everyday needs.

Bo Lingam, Group CEO of AirAsia Aviation Group Limited (AAAGL) said: “This is a significant day for everyone in AirAsia as we can finally welcome international tourists & travellers back to Malaysia after two years.

We have been preparing rigorously from an operational standpoint and all of our guests can be assured that their travel experience is as safe, seamless and convenient as it can be. We would like to once again applaud and thank governments around the region for reopening their borders and relaxing travel restrictions.

AirAsia looks forward to working with all relevant industry stakeholders to rebuild the aviation and travel industry together. We will continue to review our network and cater to the increasing demand. More service resumption as well as new unique routes will be announced in due course as the world continues to reopen safely.

AirAsia SUPER+ subscription

“In support of the huge pent up demand for air travel, earlier this week we launched a revolutionary product called the AirAsia SUPER+ subscription which enables unlimited travel across Asean in our four core destinations – Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines. We are confident AirAsia SUPER+ subscription will be very popular with people wanting to connect once again with friends and family and seeking short getaways both domestically and internationally, after a lull of two long years.

In addition to unlimited flights, AirAsia SUPER+ subscription subscribers will also enjoy COVID pre-departure insurance coverage as well as free deliveries on airasia food wherever the service is available across the region, including when they travel.

This means anyone with an AirAsia SUPER+ subscription can enjoy the best of airasia’s way of life wherever they travel, whether it’s for leisure or business,” added Bo Lingam.

Riad Asmat, CEO of AirAsia Malaysia said: “Today marks an important milestone in the long journey towards the recovery of the travel industry in the region. We have woken our planes from hibernation and have already started painting the skies red. We wish to assure everyone that we remain committed to upholding the highest standards of safety and hygiene at all times.

Every AirAsia Allstar on-ground and in the air is fully vaccinated and ready to provide world-class service and the best quality guest experience alongside stringent safety rules and procedures to give our guests total peace of mind.

“While we are extensively prepared to ensure all of our guests can travel safely from an operational standpoint through the robust safety and health measures that we have put in place including our contactless check-in procedure via airasia Super App, FACES facial recognition and more, we would like to remind our guests to adhere to all SOPs set by the government during their travels. Today is the day we have been waiting for and we can’t wait to see you back on board our flights soon!”

Fully vaccinated travellers who wish to travel to and from Malaysia must meet the requirements set by the Malaysian Government and the respective Governments of all origin and arrival countries prior to purchasing their flights and upon arrival.

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As part of its robust health and safety protocols, AirAsia Malaysia has successfully migrated over 95% of its guests to use contactless self-check-in service via the airasia Super App and its website, an initiative that was made mandatory at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic last year. The airline will continue to promote its contactless procedures as an integral part of its efforts to further strengthen its Covid-19 mitigation plan.

As part of an ongoing education process, AirAsia is encouraging all guests to migrate and upgrade to the all-in-one airasia Super App for a seamless and contactless journey. AirAsia’s counter check-in service will be strictly for exempted categories of guests only at all airports in Malaysia from 1 April 2022. Among the exempted groups are senior citizens aged 70 and above, people with disabilities registered with the Welfare Department, young passengers travelling alone, group bookings of 10 guests and more, charter flight passengers and more.

AirAsia has twice been recognised for its robust and comprehensive Covid-19 mitigation plans, with highest levels of safety and operational integrity with a 7/7 rating from the aviation experts at airlineratings.com in 2021 and 2022.

Stay up to date with everything e-commerce from the airasia Super App by following @airasiasuperapp on Instagram and Facebook for the latest updates on airasia super app’s e-commerce offerings!

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Air Arabia Abu Dhabi to Istanbul -new route

Written by Traveltalksteam on April 4, 2022. Posted in Airline, Destination news.

April 4, 2022 -Air Arabia Abu Dhabi to Istanbul starts new route

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, the capital’s first low-cost carrier, has announced the introduction of a new service to Istanbul city in Turkey, starting from April 29, 2022.

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi to Istanbul

Abu Dhabi travelers will now be able to fly direct to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, Istanbul at competitive prices, as of the below schedule:

Schedule to Istanbul, effective April 29, 2022 (all times local)

Flight	Departure	Time	Arrival	Time	Aircraft	Frequency
3L 361	Abu Dhabi	12:00	Istanbul	15:55	Airbus A320	Friday/Sunday
3L 362	Istanbul	17:00	Abu Dhabi	22:30	Airbus A320	Friday/Sunday

Adel Al Ali, Group Chief Executive Officer, Air Arabia, said: “We are glad to add Istanbul, the largest city in Turkey, to our growing tourist hotspots with direct flights from Abu Dhabi.

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi to Istanbul: The new Abu Dhabi to Istanbul service offers our customers a unique opportunity to discover the historic city which straddles Europe and Asia across the Bosporus straits, the new route reflects our commitment to continuously offer our customers affordable and value driven air travel from our different hubs.”

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi to Istanbul: The new service represents the 17th route for Air Arabia Abu Dhabi since the launch of the carrier’s service from Abu Dhabi International Airport in July 2020.

Customers can now book their direct flights between Abu Dhabi and Istanbul.

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New excursion Mexico City: Cooking class and market visit

Written by Traveltalksteam on April 4, 2022. Posted in Activity, Destination news.

April 4, 2022 – New excursion Mexico City

Cooking class and market visit

Our culinary adventure will begin at the Aura cooking studio, in the charming Roma Norte neighbourhood, with a welcome “agua fresca” or Mexican coffee, and an introduction to Mexico’s gastronomic history.

New excursion Mexico City

We then walk to the traditional neighbourhood market Mercado de Medellin, where we get to taste delicacies such as mamey fruit and grasshopper.

Back at the studio our hands-on cooking class begins. We will prepare a 4-course menu from scratch, including street appetizers with Mexican salsas, prehispanic “mextlapiques”, a traditional “mole blanco” dish, and corn cake as dessert.

Sitting around the large table, we can enjoy the delicious food accompanied by artisanal mezcal, Mexican craft beer or Mexican wine. Duration: 4.5 hours.

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Ultra Air – new airline Colombia

Written by Traveltalksteam on April 4, 2022. Posted in Airline, Destination news.

April 4, 2022 – Ultra Air, the new low-cost airline in Colombia, has tickets on sale for its first 9 routes and its first commercial flights started operations on February 23rd. The first routes with two Airbus A-320 CEO Units are:

•   Bogotá – Medellín – Bogotá
•   Bogotá – Cali – Bogotá
•   Bogotá – Cartagena – Bogotá
•   Bogotá – Santa Marta – Bogotá
•   Bogotá – San Andrés – Bogotá
•   Medellín – Cartagena – Medellín
•   Medellín – Santa Marta – Medellín

It currently has one Airbus A320-200 with a capacity for 180 passengers, and four additional aircraft will arrive in the coming weeks.

Thus, as Ultra Air has planned investments of US$30 million over the next five years and the creation of some 22,000 direct, indirect, and induced jobs, it will benefit from incentives such as maintaining an income tax rate of 27% and accelerated depreciation of fixed assets for a minimum period of 2 years, regardless of the useful life of the asset.

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Marriott planning ten new hotels in Turkey

Written by Traveltalksteam on April 1, 2022. Posted in Destination news, Hotel.

April 1, 2022 – Marriott planning ten new hotels in Turkey

Marriott International has announced its intentions to expand its portfolio in Turkey, with 10 new hotels set to open by the end of 2022. Company’s portfolio in Turkey is also planned to consist of 43 hotels with approximately 7,000 rooms spread across eight markets. The group also announced two recent transaction signings under the Four Points by Sheraton brand, reinforcing its long-term emphasis on the market.

Marriott planning ten new hotels in Turkey

Consumers seeking residential property in communities that offer a convenient lifestyle and an array of on-demand amenities and services, as well as developers seeking to differentiate and elevate their products with trusted brands, continue to show interest in the company’s branded residential business in Turkey.

Marriott International currently has three branded residential properties in Turkey, including the Le Méridien Residences, Bodrum and The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Bodrum, which were the company’s first standalone branded residences in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Istanbul, and The Residences at the Sheraton Istanbul Esenyurt are also planned to open in 2022.

Select accommodations continue to grow strongly across the country

Marriott planning ten new hotels in Turkey:
The firm is scheduled to debut its extended stay brand, Residence Inn by Marriott, with the planned inauguration of Residence Inn by Marriott Istanbul Atasehir later this year, to fulfill the demand for longer-stay hotels in the country.

Modern, adaptable apartments with complete kitchens and separate living and sleeping spaces are suitable for visitors seeking the comforts of home, providing the perfect solution for travelers mixing business and leisure travel.

Owner desire for Marriott’s Premium brands

The company’s well-known premium brands continue to be a key growth engine in the Turkish market.

Marriott planning ten new hotels in Turkey:
Following the recent inauguration of the Orientbank Hotel Istanbul, Autograph Collection, two additional Autograph Collection hotels are set to open in Istanbul in 2021 and 2022 : The Burdock, Autograph Collection and Orient Occident Hotel, Autograph Collection. Autograph Collection hotels celebrate originality while benefiting from Marriott International’s size, allowing independent hoteliers to use the company’s distribution, sales, and loyalty network while preserving their independent character.

Delta Hotels by Marriott, which provides guests with exactly what they need for a seamless travel experience, made its debut in the country in 2019 with the opening of Delta Hotels by Marriott Istanbul Halic. The brand is slated to open Delta Hotels by Marriott Istanbul Levent by the end of 2021.

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts remains a popular brand in Turkey, despite undergoing a much-anticipated design makeover. Sheraton Istanbul Esenyurt is expected to open next year, following the recent launches of Sheraton Istanbul City Center and Sheraton Istanbul Levent.

The new Sheraton experience delivers services and design that promote sociability, productivity, and customization, drawing on its heritage as a community hub for locals and visitors. With the recent inauguration of the Izmir Marriott Hotel, the company’s flagship brand continues to expand its portfolio in Turkey.

Growth in conversion opportunities

Marriott planning ten new hotels in Turkey:
While a large majority of the company’s previous growth in Turkey has come from new-build initiatives, conversion prospects have increased. The business has inked six conversion deals throughout the country in the last two years.

Since then, Marriott International has launched five of the conversion transactions, including Sheraton Istanbul City Centre and Sheraton Istanbul Levent. There has also been a surge in interest in the adaptive re-use sector, as developers are trying to transform old structures into hotel rooms.

In the past three years, the company has also signed four adaptive re-use conversions in Turkey including JW Marriott Istanbul Bosphorus and The Burdock, Autograph Collection.

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Hyatt Place Kyoto

Written by Traveltalksteam on April 1, 2022. Posted in Destination news, Hotel.

April 1, 2022 – Hyatt Place Kyoto opens its doors.

Hyatt Place Kyoto Celebrates Official Opening

239-room Hyatt Place hotel opens in central Kyoto with convenient access to many attractions in Japan’s ancient capital

Hyatt Place Kyoto, the first Hyatt-branded select service hotel in Kyoto, is officially open, expanding Hyatt Place brand’s footprint globally in markets that matter the most to guests and World of Hyatt members. The new hotel features the Hyatt Place brand’s intuitive design, casual atmosphere and practical amenities, such as free Wi-Fi and 24-hour food and beverage offerings.

Hyatt Place Kyoto

Because Hyatt’s efforts are grounded in listening and fueled by care, Hyatt Place hotels combine style, innovation and 24/7 conveniences to create an easy-to-navigate experience for today’s multi-tasking traveler. Hyatt Place Kyoto is located in central Kyoto at the southwest corner of the Kyoto Imperial Palace and close to Nijo-jo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The hotel is directly connected to the Marutamachi station on the Karasuma subway line and is about 10 minutes from Kyoto station by subway or car. Hyatt Place Kyoto also provides business travelers with convenient subway access to the Kyoto International Conference Center, a major conference facility for international meetings and where the Kyoto Protocol was signed in 1997.

“As Japan’s international borders start to reopen, we are excited to welcome guests to the first Hyatt Place hotel in Kyoto,” said General Manager Takuma Yoshimura. “Our hotel’s central location makes it easy for our guests to travel around Kyoto, visit the city’s many cultural and traditional sites as well as attend business appointments. With our smartly designed social spaces and guestrooms with separate work, play and sleep areas, our multitasking guests can easily accomplish what they need to do while on the road.”

Hyatt Place Kyoto offers:

239 spacious guestrooms including three suites, with separate spaces to sleep, work and play, as well as a Cozy Corner sofa-sleeper
The Kitchen featuring hot breakfast items, fresh fruit, steel-cut oatmeal, Greek yogurt, and more
Lobby Bar serving freshly prepared meals anytime, day or night, and also featuring specialty coffees and premium beers as well as wines and champagne
Necessities program for forgotten items that guests can buy, borrow or enjoy for free
Free Wi-Fi throughout hotel and guestrooms
Fitness Room featuring cardio equipment with LCD touchscreens

For more information, please visit hyattplace.com.

World of Hyatt Gives Members 500 Reasons to Stay Somewhere New

To provide World of Hyatt members even more ways to be rewarded, World of Hyatt is offering members the opportunity to earn 500 Bonus Points for qualifying nights at Hyatt Place Kyoto by June 30, 2022, part of World of Hyatt’s new hotel member offer. Additional participating hotels and their offer stay periods can be found at worldofhyatt.com/newhotelbonus. No registration is required and members can earn on top of other offers.

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Clifford Tower – forbidden for 340 years!

Written by Traveltalksteam on March 31, 2022. Posted in Travel gossip.

Forbidden for 340 years!

Clifford Tower now shows parts that were forbidden for 340 years!

Built for Henry III between 1245 and 1272, the Tower had a stunning £5million makeover, which took over 19 years (!).

Clifford Tower

Off-limits for 340 years, now you can see the unusually luxurious fixtures and fittings, including England’s first flushing loo since Roman times. Rhere’s now a viewing platform at the top affording visitors amazing views of the city.

The transformation of what was York Castle’s 800-year-old keep has been 19 years in the making, with English Heritage’s head properties curator Jeremy Ashbee tasked with the project shortly after he joined the preservation charity in 2003.

‘Nothing beats standing on the spot where history happened,’ states English Heritage’s website, but since a fire that gutted the property in 1684, visitors to Clifford’s Tower have had to make do with a narrow wall walk, accessed by steep steps. In effect, the two-storey tower was an open-air ruin with no floors. As Ashbee admits, it was previously a frustrating visit because so much of the building – including the royal loo – could not be reached.

The new timber viewing platform retains a hole for the elements to enter, and Ashbee is keen to stress that the innovative internal structure, supported by four timber columns, touches the sidewalls of the tower only ‘lightly.’ Visitors climb to the roof — it’s more of a suspended deck, really — via see-through steel walkways.

Experience stunning views over the ancient city and immerse yourself in centuries of history at one of York’s most iconic sites. Clifford Tower has sat at the heart of the city since the Norman Conquest, and over the years it’s been a royal mint, a medieval stronghold and a garrison in the Civil Wars. Today, a spectacular new roof deck gives unrivalled views over York’s historic skyline, with its medieval buildings and famous Minster. Inside, new walkways and staircases have opened up parts of the tower that have been off-limits for centuries, and immersive soundscapes and stories are bringing the tower’s turbulent history to life like never before.

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Moeesy Blue and Green Oasis Hotel Hvar, new in June 2022

Written by Traveltalksteam on March 31, 2022. Posted in Destination news, Hotel.

March 31, 2022 –Hotel Moeesy Blue and Green Oasis Hotel opens its door in June

Hvar is the beautiful island of the Meditarreanen. Its hillsides are covered in pine forest, with vineyards, olive groves and lavender fields in the agricultural areas. Its climate is characterized by mild winters and warm summers. With an average of 2718 hours of sunshine a year Hvar is known as the sunniest island in Europe.

Moeesy Blue and Green Oasis Hotel

The hotel will open in June 2022 as a 50-star hotel, on the location of the former hotel Croatia, which was a 3-star hotel.

The Moeesy Blue and Green Oasis Hotel is located on an excellent location, on the promenade by the sea and a green area of approximately 5000 square meters.

The name of the Moeesy Blue and Green Oasis Hotel connects to the mosaic of blue and green oases that like poetry, fit into the peace and beauty for hotel guests.

The Moeesy Blue and Green Oasis Hotel is located 900 meters fromt he city center, which can be reached by an easy walk along the promenade by the sea.

Hotel caterory – 5-star
Number of floors: 3
Number of double rooms: 37
Number of suites: 4

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KLM direct flights to 167 destinations this summer

Written by Traveltalksteam on March 31, 2022. Posted in Airline, Destination news.

March 31, 2022 -KLM direct flights to 167 destinations this summer

With direct flights to 167 destinations, KLM is ready for summer. Between 27 March and 29 October, KLM will fly to 96 European and 71 intercontinental destinations, offering excellent choice for business and leisure travellers alike.

KLM direct flights

Europe: increased capacity

Demand for air travel is increasing as Covid-19 restrictions are lifted in the Netherlands and other EU countries. KLM has responded by expanding capacity on European routes by 10% compared to last year, almost matching the 2019 pre-pandemic level. This amounts to about 16 million seats in total. The Portuguese cities of Porto and Lisbon, with three and four flights a day respectively, are just some of the destinations seeing an increase in KLM flights.

KLM direct flights: The success of the new destinations of Belgrade, Dubrovnik and Palma de Mallorca, which were added to the KLM route network last year, means they will once again be included in the summer schedule. KLM also expects business travellers to return, which is why frequencies are added to British, German and Polish routes.

Services to Kyiv, St Petersburg and Moscow continue to be suspended. KLM is keeping a close eye on developments in the region.

KLM direct flights: Intercontinental: frequently to the Caribbean and more often to the USA

KLM has also increased capacity on its intercontinental route network by 17% compared to last year, in response to a rising trend in bookings. This summer, we will operate daily flights to Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao, increasing the frequency to Curaçao to twice daily during the summer holiday season. Port of Spain, KLM’s new tropical destination in the winter schedule, is included in the summer schedule too, offering customers thrice weekly flights between Amsterdam and the capital of Trinidad and Tobago.

KLM direct flights: Since the USA eased travel restrictions in November 2021, demand for flights has grown steadily. KLM capacity to the USA this summer matches that of 2019. The resumption of flights to Salt Lake City and the new addition of Austin to our route network, means we will be operating direct services this summer to 12 destinations in the USA, the highest number ever.

Austin, the state capital of Texas, is a flourishing technology hub and home to a large number of technology companies. It is also a thriving student city with a vibrant nightlife, Formula 1 and the major South by Southwest annual festival (SXSW). KLM operates three flights a week to Austin.

KLM direct flights: We are also seeing more and more countries in Asia opening up to visitors again. Although Covid-19 travel restrictions vary from country to country, summer demand is increasing for such destinations as the Philippines, Thailand, Singapore and Bali.

India too has indicated that it will be easing travel restrictions. KLM will respond by increasing frequencies to Delhi and Mumbai. Asia continues to be a strong and important market for cargo, allowing us to continue to operate lower frequency services to all pre-pandemic destinations.

Travel restrictions continue to apply in China, which means we cannot yet resume our usual network services to China. Due to EU sanctions against Russia, KLM is not operating in Russian airspace.

Flight times to and from South Korea, Japan and China are consequently on average two hours longer than usual. Flights to Japan and China are currently making a stopover in Seoul.

Capacity on most routes to South America has been restored to more or less pre-pandemic levels. We are currently operating daily services to Sao Paulo, Panama City and Lima, with a minimum of six flights a week to Quito/Guayaquil, Bogota/Cartagena, Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires/Santiago de Chile.

Passengers wanting to fly to Africa this summer can now choose between ten destinations. Capacity has been expanded on many routes, compared to last summer, to meet the growing demand. Zanzibar, which was added to our route network last year, is once again included in the summer schedule.

KLM direct flights: is also operating services to Johannesburg, Cape Town, Accra, Lagos, Kigali, Entebbe, Nairobi, Kilimanjaro, and Dar es Salaam.

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Atwell Suites Miami Brickell opens its doors with 90 rooms

Written by Traveltalksteam on March 31, 2022. Posted in Destination news, Hotel.

March 31, 2022 – Atwell Suites Miami Brickell opens

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) and Sunview Companies officially opened the world’s first Atwell Suites property with the 90-room Atwell Suites Miami Brickell.

Atwell Suites Miami Brickell

The dual-branded hotel is in Miami’s bustling Brickell neighborhood and situated on the top floors of the building shared with the Hotel Indigo Miami Brickell, which opened in March 2021.

Atwell Suites is IHG Hotel & Resorts’ newest brand in the all-suites upper-midscale category, created to fill a growing need in the hospitality space for design and space that supports longer stays and easily transitions between business and leisure. The first-ever Atwell Suites hotel opening in Miami brings a new kind of all-suite accommodations to the coastal metropolis – with a modern and fresh aesthetic where guests can recharge, connect, and easily immerse themselves in the destination.

Voted as one of the “coolest neighborhoods in the world,” Brickell is famous for world-class dining, arts, and entertainment. Whether traveling for business or leisure, a stay at Atwell Suites Miami Brickell makes discovery easy with proximity to the city’s best shopping, nightlife, restaurants, and attractions, as well as the Port of Miami, FTX Arena, and Miami Metro rail.

Guests of Atwell Suites are invited to see more, be more and do more which is enabled by:

Flexible and Enriching Spaces including thoughtfully designed suites which easily flex between work and rest, a counter-height desk and chair, in-room wet bar, and spacious bathroom. The spacious lobby includes huddle areas and public coworking spaces to stay productive and lounge areas to wind down. A signature scent featuring bamboo & green moss rounds out a welcoming atmosphere.

Food & Drink to Start & End the Day with a great complimentary breakfast when the sun’s coming up, and an inviting bar with shareable small plates for when the evening’s getting started. The lobby also features a 24/7 complimentary beverage station with fresh, grind-and-brew espresso and lattes, along with still or sparkling water.

Surprising touches that inspire Genuine Connections such as conversation starter coasters at the bar, a curated playlist with an eclectic mix of up-and-coming artists across all genres from indie pop-rock to folk music, and monthly themed events that bring guests together.

Karen Gilbride, VP Global avid hotels and Atwell Suites said: “IHG Hotels & Resorts is excited to open the world’s first Atwell Suites. This offering was created to be a stylish, design-forward brand that has been absent in the rapidly growing all-suites segment. Designed alongside our Owner Advisory Board and with deep-rooted consumer insights on what guests need in this space, we are confident we created something that will impress guests, investors, and future owners. We look forward to seeing the success of Atwell Suites Miami Brickell and opening more properties across the U.S.”

Pedro Villar, Lead Developer, Sunview Companies added: “The Atwell Suites all-suite design concept is the perfect complement to the Hotel Indigo Miami Brickell. Atwell Suites’ guests will be able to enjoy all that both brands have to offer under one roof, along with spacious suites and spectacular views of the city, a high-rise bar, and more. This offering is one that Miami has yet to see, and we are excited to be the first. We believe in the strength of the Atwell Suites proposition and can’t wait to welcome guests into our new hotel.”

The Atwell Suites portfolio will consist of both new-builds and conversion properties in a variety of primary, secondary, and tertiary markets. There are currently over 22 hotels in the pipeline across the U.S., with an additional two anticipated to open in 2022. One will be a prototypical new construction hotel in in Denver, Colo. and the other will be a conversion in Austin, Texas.

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Modern Tswana Fashion Week Botswana – designer battle held on April 30

Written by Traveltalksteam on March 30, 2022. Posted in Featured events, Destination news.

March 29, 2022 – Modern Tswana Fashion Week – Local fashion designers will go head-to-head in a contest to find the fairest of them all during a fashion event for Modern Tswana Fashion Week Investments dubbed the ‘Battle of Designers’.

Modern Tswana Fashion Week

The event will be held on April 30 at the Thapong Visual Arts from 5pm-11pm. It will be Modern Tswana Fashion Week Investments’ ninth fashion event since their establishment in 2017. In an interview with the founder of Modern Tswana Fashion Week Investments, Nchidzi James Chikumo, he explained that the Battle of Designers will host a competition for designers who will compete by dressing fashion models on the runway. He also said they have already hosted fashion-modeling workshops, which were attended by more than 100 fashion aspiring models, both males and females. “The designers will compete for cash prizes and other awesome vouchers.

Modern Tswana Fashion Week: The Battle of Designers will also host an exhibition for the arts and other creative industries to showcase their products or services to our audience and over 10,000 social media followers.

The event’s objective of Modern Tswana Fashion Week is to ensure that we develop and enhance designers’ creativity through a competitive platform that will challenge them to be more creative and think outside the box,” he explained. He further pointed out that the event will target new and established fashion designers so as to intensify the competitive spirit within the industry.

Chikumo also said the event was also for designers all over Botswana adding that both start-ups and established designers were welcome to join.

She stated that they intended to showcase Botswana’s fashion design creativity to their audience through the outfits made by the designers and fashion models. Chikumo added that they intend to unlock the designers’ next level creativity, which they could use in their daily work after the event.

Modern Tswana Fashion Week is aimed at promoting designers and fashion models and also get the designers closer to their target market. “We will also host an exhibition.

Modern Tswana Fashion Week will see different sectors of the industry of Botswana showcase and sell their products to our 250 event attendees.

Exhibitors will also get a chance to market their brands to our online social media platforms, which reach over 26,000 online users per week. The fear of COVID-19 is still around, which affects our tickets sales but we plan to have COVID-19 protocols to ensure the safety of our event attendees,” he added.

Chikomu said finding sponsors has been a minor setback since most businesses are still trying to recover from the effects of COVID-19. Furthermore, he explained that Battle of Designers will be hosted annually during the months April/May.

He added that they planed to expand to countries like South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe and many others since their events were doing well.

However, he said the fashion industry in Botswana has a long way to show growth and more creativity, which is why the Battle of Designers was conceived. He said the event will bring competition and push for growth of the fashion industry in Botswana as the industry was growing but at a very slow pace.

He explained that the fact that most of the material is imported made it very expensive for most Batswana designers, by so doing limiting creativity and access to the latest clothing materials.

To grow the local fashion industry, he said there is need for local fashion designers to start competing among themselves and take part in outside borders fashion events to keep up with the fast-changing industry trends.

Chikomu said they had Sparkle Designs who are very good and skilled in creating fashion outfits and accessories, KC-H Bespoke Couture Creators for all occasions, and also have couture outfits for hire, Connie Couture who is start-up designer schooling at Limkokwing University of Creative Technology and focuses on outfits you worn on a daily basis and Joe en NoNo Clothing and Upper Designs to name a few.

The event has tickets ranging from P200 to P350. The P250 standard ticket comes with a free cocktail (alcoholic or non alcoholic); the P200 student ticket includes a free beverage and the P350 VIP Ticket comes with a full meal and a beverage of choice. Modern Tswana Fashion Week Investments is dedicated to organising themed fashion events like fashion shows, fashion promotional activities and also fashion promotional campaigns.

All tickets for Modern Tswana Fashion Week are available at the WebTickets kiosk in Riverwalk Mall, Gaborone and all Spar supermarkets in Gaborone and Pik ’n Pay supermarkets. Tickets can also be found online at www. WebTickets.co.bw

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8 Festival Vilnius – a New International Music Festival

Written by Traveltalksteam on March 30, 2022. Posted in Featured events, Destination news.

March 29, 2022 – 8 Festival in Vilnius – Netflix-Famous Prison in Vilnius Welcomes New International Music Festival

A century-old prison in Vilnius will welcome international music enthusiasts to a brand new music event. 8 Festival will showcase established and rising music talents from the U.S., Canada, the UK, Germany, Sweden, and other countries, a carefully curated program, and unique historical background in the city center.

This summer Lukiškės Prison 2.0—the most famous confinement facility in Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania—will host a brand new music festival. The selection of indie, punk, electronic, and other genre artists will entertain modern music enthusiasts from June 17 to June 19, 2022.

8 Festival, organized by Lithuanian music agency 8 Days A Week, will feature a global lineup of established artists and emerging acts: German techno trio Moderat, Swedish post-punk band Viagra Boys, Britain’s rock band Black Country, New Road, American experimental musician Yves Tumor, a noise-rock quartet from Ireland Gilla Band, as well as the Tik Tok sensation Sub Urban, to name a few.

8 Festival

The organizing agency has been operating from Lukiškės Prison 2.0 since last spring. Having already launched a number of projects, concerts, and other activities, the agency has proved its contribution to turning the former prison into one of the capital’s most favored cultural venues.
Therefore, according to Martynas Butkevičius, head of bookings at 8 Days A Week, the century-old premises inspired the agency to play on its unique status as a prison-turned-arts cluster, bringing along the international community of artists and spectators.

Although Lukiškės Prison terminated its activities as a confinement facility in 2019, it made its name as a cultural hub last year when over 350 artists set up their studios and workshops on its premises. The facility has already gained international recognition when Netflix used it for filming the upcoming season of Stranger Things, and now hosts cultural, modern art, and live music events, as well as day/night tours.

“8 Festival is a new festival for true music lovers. This is Vilnius. This is our life. Lukiškės Prison 2.0 is our home and creative playground, and one of the most incredible live performance spaces in the Baltics,” Butkevičius said. “All local and international talents and household names will help us to create musical magic, leaving the ordinary affairs and problems behind us, and inspiring everyone visiting Vilnius and Lukiškės.”

Festival identity, programming choices, brand reputation, and the pursuit of rising talents and new music will be also entrenched across the online platforms through hashtag #mybloodyfestival. The organizers aim to use the hashtag to connect with fans and encourage them to dive into the explorations of new music genres, and up-and-coming artists.

Only 3000 spectators will be able to enjoy the carefully curated program, outstanding art installations, and top-notch food due to the limited prison capacity. To accommodate the everchanging COVID-19 landscape, the event will also be organized in compliance with all future regulations and safety measures.

Author: GINTARĖ KAVALIŪNAITĖ
Source: govilnius.lt

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British Airways returns to Gatwick with short-haul flights on March 29

Written by Traveltalksteam on March 30, 2022. Posted in Airline, Destination news.

March 30, 2022 – British Airways returns to Gatwick

After two years British Airways returns to international short-haul flying from Gatwick Airport today (Tuesday 29 March), as its first service departed for Larnaca at 6:25am.

As a result of the Covid-19 pandemic the airline suspended its European operation at Gatwick Airport, moving a number of flights over to Heathrow. Today marks a milestone in the airline’s recovery as it finally returns to international short-haul flying from the airport.

British Airways returns to Gatwick

Initially services will operate under the British Airways Air Operators Certificate (AOC), before moving operations to a new British Airways branded subsidiary, BA Euroflyer* later in the year. The new airline will operate in a similar manner to the company’s existing subsidiary BA Cityflyer, flying under the British Airways brand and delivering a premium British Airways product.

On the first day of operation, British Airways will operate four short-haul flights to Larnaca, Amsterdam, Paphos and Tenerife. In total, customers will have the choice of 35 destinations to fly to from Gatwick, before more destinations are added later this year.

British Airways returns to Gatwick: Not only has it created more choice for customers, but also helped create jobs as the airline undertook both a cabin crew and pilot recruitment campaign to fill positions at its new subsidiary.

Tom Stoddart, Acting CEO British Airways Euroflyer, said “Now that British Airways returns to Gatwick, it marks a significant milestone for British Airways as we operate our first European services from Gatwick in two years.”

“I am really proud of what we have created at Gatwick, we have an excellent team with lots of new and exciting talent. I am looking forward in anticipation to see our newest subsidiary grow, adding new routes and providing customers with more options to get away on holiday with a premium British Airways service.”

British Airways returns to Gatwick: Millar Smith, British Airways Euroflyer Crew member, said: “I was over the moon when I found out that I had been accepted as crew for British Airways, it is my dream job! Before this I worked as a 999 handler for the London Ambulance Service, which has been incredibly useful throughout my training with the airline. British Airways is a premium British airline and that is what excited me about the job role. My first service will be to Tenerife and I can’t wait!”

British Airways returns to Gatwick: Customers flying on the airline’s new subsidiary will receive the same high level of service they expect of British Airways as well as enjoying the benefits of travelling with the UK’s flag carrier including a generous baggage allowance, free water and snacks, free seat selection at -24 hours and frequent flyer benefits which include lounge access.

All of the airline’s services will have a Club Europe (business class) cabin setting it apart from its no frills competitors. Customers flying in this cabin will have access to a premium check-in experience, exclusive lounges and a complimentary gourmet meal and bar service on board.

Customers in the airline’s Euro Traveller (economy) cabin will be able to purchase food before travel which will include fresh options from Tom Kerridge as part of the airline’s ‘Speedbird Café’ menu and / or order ambient products and drinks onboard via their mobile phone.

The return of European short-haul flying from Gatwick comes a day after the airline returned to its home at Gatwick South Terminal following its reopening. To mark the occasion the airline also showed off its new dedicated World Traveller Plus check-in zone which is available for customers flying on a long-haul service with the airline. The new zone which sits alongside the airline’s Club World desks gives those travelling in its World Traveller Plus cabin (premium economy) an exclusive check-in experience. They will shortly be rolled out at Heathrow, followed by the rest of the British Airways network.

British Airways returns to Gatwick:Destinations served from Gatwick and route launch dates:

Destination	Country	Airport code	LGW start date
Alicante	Spain	ALC	01-Apr-22
Amsterdam	Netherlands	AMS	29-Mar-22
Antalya	Turkey	AYT	02-Apr-22
Arrecife (Lanzarote)	Spain	ACE	30-Mar-22
Athens	Greece	ATH	04-May-22
Bari	Italy	BRI	03-Apr-22
Berlin	Germany	BER	07-May-22
Bordeaux	France	BOD	16-May-22
Cagliari (Sardinia)	Italy	CAG	18-May-22
Catania (Sicily)	Italy	CTA	31-Mar-22
Dalaman	Turkey	DLM	23-Apr-22
Dubrovnik	Croatia	DBV	04-Apr-22
Faro	Portugal	FAO	30-Mar-22
Heraklion (Crete)	Greece	HER	24-Apr-22
Ibiza	Spain	IBZ	03-May-22
Kos	Greece	KGS	24-Apr-22
Larnaca	Cyprus	LCA	29-Mar-22
Las Palmas (Gran Canaria)	Spain	LPA	02-Apr-22
Madrid	Spain	MAD	16-May-22
Mahon (Menorca)	Spain	MAH	16-May-22
Malaga	Spain	AGP	02-Apr-22
Malta	Malta	MLA	14-Apr-22
Marrakech	Morocco	RAK	31-Mar-22
Milan Malpensa	Italy	MXP	01-May-22
Nice	France	NCE	31-Mar-22
Palma (Mallorca)	Spain	PMI	07-Apr-22
Paphos	Cyprus	PFO	29-Mar-22
Rhodes	Greece	RHO	28-Apr-22
Santorini	Greece	JTR	15-Apr-22
Seville	Spain	SVQ	15-Apr-22
Tenerife	Spain	TFS	29-Mar-22
Thessaloniki	Greece	SKG	14-Apr-22
Turin	Italy	TRN	04-Apr-22
Venice	Italy	VCE	15-Apr-22
Verona	Italy	VRN	16-Apr-22

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Croatia nightclubs and bars to stay open until 2 am again starting this month

Written by Traveltalksteam on March 29, 2022. Posted in Activity, Destination news.

March 29, 2022 – Croatia nightclubs and bars may stay open late again.

As of March 17, Croatia will allow nightclubs and bars to work up to 2 am, instead of midnight. This notice was announced by the Croatian government alongside the other restrictions to be lifted due to the coronavirus pandemic.

As we all know, nightlife was the most affected aspect of life caused by restrictions due to the coronavirus pandemic in Croatia, and the whole world.

Croatia nightclubs and bars

While still having restricted working hours up to 2 am, the nightlife will not be the same as it was before the pandemic, but there will be a better chance to organise parties, concerts, and other events which usually take place during late evening hours, and which could not be organised in the conditions caused by the pandemic.

I believe this notice will encourage many clubs owners to reopen their bars and allow people to socialize again and have a good time during evening hours.

Source: HRT

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Da Nang Vietnam officially restores international commercial flight routes after 2 years

Written by Traveltalksteam on March 29, 2022. Posted in Airline, Destination news.

March 29, 2022 – Da Nang Vietnam restarts flights

After 2 years being severely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, on 27th March 2022, Da Nang officially restored international commercial flight routes, with the first flight from Da Nang to Singapore.

Da Nang City has set the goal for 2023 to restore fully flight routes which were operated in 2019. In June 2022, Da Nang will successfully organise the 2022 Asia Route Development Forum, the most prestigious aviation event in the Asia-Pacific region, to attract representatives of airports and airlines to connect with the city.

Besides, the City will also organise many culture, sports and tourism events such as Vietnam IRONMAN contest in May 2022, Da Nang Sailing Competition in June 2022, Asian GOLF Prize in September 2022 and many other outstanding and attractive activities and events.

Da Nang Vietnam restarts flights

The Da Nang Department of Tourism organised to welcome the first two flights back to Da Nang after the city opened to international flights.

According to Da Nang portal (danang.gov.vn), the flight number SQ172 carrying around 100 passengers from Singapore landed in Da Nang at 11.05 am on 27th March, kicking off the regular Singapore – Da Nang route operated by Singapore Airlines. The route has a frequency of 01 flight/day on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday mornings and Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday afternoons.

Da Nang Vietnam restarts flights: At 12.03 pm the same day, the flight number VZ960 from Bangkok – Da Nang operated by Thai Vietjet landed in Da Nang, carrying around 150 passengers. The route operated with the frequency of 03 flights/week on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday and can be adjusted according to the market demands.

Along with the welcoming activities, Da Nang Department of Tourism in coordination with Thai Vietjet to welcome press and travel delegations with over 50 members to research and promote destination, stimulating the exchange of the two markets.

Da Nang Vietnam: On the same day, the first flight from Da Nang to Singapore departed. To welcome the very first passengers flying from Da Nang International Airport, the event “Da Nang restoring international flight routes” with the message “Welcome back to the World” took place at the Departure Terminal – International Passenger Terminal – Da Nang International Airport.

The event was hosted by the Da Nang International Terminal Investment and Operation Joint Stock Company (AHT) and Da Nang Department of Tourism, Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV), Singapore Airlines coordinated to organise. Many passengers were extremely surprised and touched by the special reception from Da Nang International Passenger Terminal.

Da Nang Vietnam: The first passengers to check-in, complete procedures before boarding the plane from Da Nang International Airport to Singapore

In the framework of activities to celebrate the event, Da Nang City also organised a Hot Air Balloon Festival at the APEC Statue Garden Park on Bach Dang Street, Hai Chau District. Many visitors have experienced the view of the city from above.

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Wizz Air at Gatwick – 18 new routes announced

Written by Traveltalksteam on March 29, 2022. Posted in Airline, Destination news.

March 29, 2022 – Wizz Air at Gatwick

18 exciting holiday routes to launch from Gatwick Airport, with ultra-low fares
Four additional super-efficient Airbus A321neo aircraft to be based at the airport
Expansion coincides with exciting reopening of the Gatwick South Terminal

Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most sustainable airline**, today celebrates the launch of 18 new routes from its base at Gatwick Airport.

Wizz Air at Gatwick

Following the end of all COVID-19 travel measures, including the Passenger Locator Form and tests for all arrivals, now is the perfect time to book a hassle-free trip for the Easter holidays. Tickets are available today, on wizzair.com and on the airline’s mobile app, with fares starting from just £8.99*.

Today’s launch coincides with the reopening of Gatwick’s South Terminal, signifying a positive step in the recovery of the travel industry as passengers can once again benefit from a wide choice of destinations.

With a mixture of year-round and seasonal routes to Bari, Bourgas, Faro, Milan, Naples, Palermo, Rome, Palma de Mallorca, Larnaca, Varna, Venice, Vienna, Catania, Podgorica, Tel Aviv, Chania, Mykonos and Funchal, today’s expansion will see Wizz Air operate a total of 25 routes from Gatwick Airport.

Whether it’s hopping between the coffee houses of Vienna, soaking up the sun in Mykonos, or enjoying the best pizza Naples has to offer, the new routes present exciting travel opportunities for every type of traveller.

Wizz Air at Gatwick: To celebrate the launch of new routes, Wizz Air is offering 20% off selected flights to and from Gatwick, booked today and departing before the 31 May 2022***.

Wizz Air at Gatwick: Since the opening of its base at Gatwick Airport in October 2020, Wizz Air UK has offered an array of routes to both popular and off the beaten track destinations for its customers based in London and the South of England.

Wizz Air at Gatwick: Today’s launch will provide a further boost to the local economy by creating 210 direct jobs and many more indirect jobs in the area. Wizz Air’s successful bid for 15 daily slots pairs at Gatwick Airport in December last year means that the airline will be basing four additional Airbus A321neo aircraft at Gatwick, taking the airline’s total number of Gatwick based aircraft to five.

These additional aircraft reflect the demand Wizz Air anticipates as travel rebounds, as well as its long-term commitment to both the airport and region.

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Fairfield Marriott Japan – 7 new hotels in 2022

Written by Traveltalksteam on March 29, 2022. Posted in Destination news, Hotel.

March 29, 2022 – Fairfield Marriott Japan –

Fairfield Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, today announced the planned openings in 2022 of seven new Fairfield properties across four prefectures in Japan: Nara, Hokkaido, Hyogo, and Okayama. Together with these seven planned openings, the Fairfield by Marriott Michi-no-Eki project is expected to expand its portfolio to a total of 21 hotels across nine prefectures in the country by the end of 2022.

Fairfield Marriott Japan

These anticipated openings continue the momentum of the Fairfield by Marriott Michi-no-Eki project in Japan, a collaboration with Sekisui House that began in 2018. The Fairfield by Marriott hotels are located near roadside rest stations called “Michi-no-Eki” in Japan, situated close to national parks and UNESCO World Heritage sites that unlock access to many destinations off the beaten path.

“We are very excited to continue to expand the Fairfield portfolio across Japan in collaboration with Sekisui House,” said Rajeev Menon, President, Asia Pacific (excluding China), Marriott International. “We have seen great success with Fairfield’s ‘Michi-no-Eki’ project, with 14 Fairfield by Marriott hotels already open across five prefectures in the country. We look forward to continuing to expand the brand’s footprint with new additions delivering Fairfield’s friendly service and warm hospitality in little-known destinations across Japan.”

Each Fairfield by Marriott hotel takes inspiration from its surroundings, delivering the beauty of simplicity for guests who appreciate a calming, reliable experience characterized by warm hospitality. The hotels’ public areas serve as flexible social spaces to share and connect with other travelers or simply to relax. Guests can expect a harmonious balance of functionality, comfort and enriching décor in natural materials and carefully selected amenities. Ranging in size from 21 to 25 square meters, each guestroom features comfortable beds, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a space-saving shower booth. The hotels also offer a Breakfast Box, allowing guests to start their mornings with a bento box filled with delicious local specialties as they prepare for the next stage of their journey.

Road trips are one of the best ways to explore Japan. The country’s network of expressways connect far-flung areas, making it highly convenient for visitors to explore the country. With the unique destinations at each of the Fairfield by Marriott Michi-no-Eki properties, travelers can enjoy “slow travel” and explore the country’s hidden gems by road.

In Hokkaido, travelers can embark on multi-day road trip journeys that take them from the lively energy of Sapporo to rural Naganuma, with its farms, rice fields, hill cafes and hot springs. A pleasant drive away is Eniwa, with its beautiful natural vistas of rural farmland and national parks. Then, travelers can head to Minamifurano for a few exhilarating days of outdoor activities.

Visitors exploring Nara and Hyogo prefectures have the option of beginning their journeys in Tenri, which was briefly the capital of Japan in the fifth century. A 45-minute drive away from Tenri is Osaka, where visitors can enjoy the infinite attractions of Japan’s third most populous city. Nearby is the cosmopolitan city of Kobe, with its rich history, many cultural attractions and, of course, the world-renowned high-quality Kobe beef. Off the beaten path, Minamiawaji is a gem of a city, connected to the island of Shikoku by the Onaruto Bridge, famous for the enormous Naruto tidal whirlpools underneath.

In Okayama, road trippers can explore the natural beauty of the Hiruzen Highlands on horseback, before heading on to Kurashiki, with its historic canals that date back to the Edo period. A half-hour drive away is Okayama, home to Okayama castle and Kōraku-en, one of the three most beautiful traditional gardens in Japan.

The hotels that are anticipated to open in 2022 are:

Fairfield Marriott Japan – Nara Tenri Yamanobenomichi (99 rooms, opened March 21st, 2022)
Fairfield by Marriott Nara Tenri Yamanobenomichi is located 18 kilometres away from Japan’s first ancient capital of Nara, attracting travelers from around the world as it represents a UNESCO World Heritage site consisting of 20 historic temples and shrines. Guests staying at Fairfield by Marriott Nara Tenri Yamanobenomichi can also explore the city of Tenri, where there are a few historical landmarks including some of the oldest shrines in Japan, Isonokami Jingu Shrine and the ancient trail of Yamanobe-no-Michi.

Fairfield Marriott Japan Hokkaido Eniwa (102 rooms, expected opening May 26th, 2022)
Fairfield by Marriott Hokkaido Eniwa is located in the city of Eniwa City, which is midway between Sapporo and the New Chitose Airport. Guests can immerse themselves in the nature of Eniwa while trekking through the natural vistas of Eniwa Valley, exploring the three breathtaking waterfalls: Hakusen Waterfall, Rarumanai Waterfall and Sandan Waterfall. Fairfield by Marriott Hokkaido Eniwa is only a 70-minute drive away from The Shikotsu-Toya National Park and Lake Shikotsu, making it an ideal base to explore the great outdoors of Japan.

Fairfield Marriott Japan Hokkaido Naganuma (78 rooms, expected opening May 26th, 2022)
Located 40 kilometres from Sapporo, Fairfield by Marriott Hokkaido Naganuma allows guests to enjoy a quintessential Hokkaido rural experience, with pastoral landscapes and paddy fields. The new hotel is also adjacent to Michi-no-Eki Maoinooka Park, with its observation deck offering breath-taking views of the island’s immense Ishikari coastal plain. This roadside station is also popular with local residents as it boasts several farmers’ markets, where visitors can sample fresh produce from local farms, including Yubari melons, blue honeysuckles and blueberries. Near the hotel is also a local winery, as well as miniature golf, an adventure maze and a ranch with a petting zoo – all are which enjoyable for families.

Fairfield Marriott Japan Hokkaido Minamifurano (78 rooms, expected opening June 23rd, 2022)
In the summer, Fairfield by Marriott Hokkaido Minamifurano offers access to exciting activities on nearby Lake Kanayama and the Sorachi River, including canoeing, rafting and fishing. In the winter, guests can enjoy seasonal sports such as snowshoeing, dog sledding and backcountry trekking. A must-try experience is venison curry, a local specialty, as well as the buttered potatoes made from Minamifurano’s famed Irish Cobbler potatoes.

Fairfield Marriott Japan Hyogo Kannabe Highland (73 rooms, expected opening November 2022)
Adjacent to Michi-no-Eki Kannabe Kogen, Fairfield by Marriott Hyogo Kannabe is the gateway to the Kannabe Highland, where guests can enjoy trekking to Mount Kannabe and picking wild edible plants in the spring, paragliding and grass-slope skiing in the summer, and marveling at the beauty of the nearby waterfalls in the autumn. In the winter, the Highlands become a winter-sports mecca where people come from near and far to the three ski areas in Kannabe for skiing and snowshoeing.

Fairfield Marriott Japan Okayama Hiruzen Highland (99 rooms, expected opening November 2022)
Fairfield by Marriott Okayama Hiruzen, adjacent to Michi-no-Eki Kazenoie in the Hiruzen-Kogen Highlands, is also known as the nature’s adventureland where travelers can trek through the plateaus and foothills of Mount Daisen, ride horses through the highlands during summer, and enjoy skiing and snowboarding during winter. Families can enjoy camping, picnics and exploring the many waterfalls in the area. The dairy industry is an important part of the Hiruzen. Travelers can visit the agriculturally based theme-park in Hiruzen-Kogen, Jersey Land, where they can learn how to milk a cow or make cheese, and enjoy the local specialties including steak, cheese and ice-cream.

Fairfield Marriott Japan Hyogo Minamiawaji (100 rooms, expected opening December 2022)
Fairfield by Marriott Hyogo Minamiawaji is located adjacent to the Fukura Bay in the southern part of Awaji Island. Fitness enthusiasts can cycle around the island on a scenic route. The Naruto Uzushio Whirlpool in the southern part of the island is one of the largest whirlpools in the world. Visitors can take a cruise to see the natural phenomenon by the Akashi-Kaikyo Bridge. Another local attraction is the Awaji Puppet Theater, where guests can enjoy the delightful Awaji Ningyo Joruri puppet shows with 500 years of history.

“We are pleased to expand our footprint to northern and southern Japan, offering travelers access to remote destinations in the country. With the growing demand for self-drive travel, the new Fairfield by Marriott hotels will deliver on the brand’s principles of friendly service and warm hospitality for travelers to explore the unique destinations across Japan,” said Masahiro Taguchi, Project Director of Fairfield by Marriott’s Michi-no-Eki portfolio.

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Eurowings Unveils Exciting 2025 Summer Flights

Eurowings and Smartwings start codeshare flights 2022

Written by Traveltalksteam on March 28, 2022. Posted in Airline, Destination news.

March 28, 2022 -Eurowings and Smartwings start codeshare flights 2022

Germany’s largest leisure airline Eurowings and Smartwings, the leading Czech airline, have launched the first phase of their codeshare agreement.

Eurowings and Smartwings

With immediate effect, Eurowings connections from the new base in Prague to the destinations Cologne/Bonn, Hamburg, Düsseldorf, Bristol, Birmingham, Copenhagen, Barcelona, Athens, Larnaca, Heraklion, Málaga, Alicante, Stockholm, Faro, Rome and Mallorca will also be offered under Smartwings flight numbers and marketed via smartwings.com and other channels.

This will allow Smartwings customers to benefit from the growing number of direct connections of the Lufthansa Group airline from the Czech capital. In a next step of the partnership, it is planned that Smartwings flights will also be offered under Eurowings flight numbers.

We are pleased to announce the launch of codeshare flights with our partner Smartwings. The cooperation strengthens our position in Prague and makes it possible for us to offer our customers more and easier travel options.

The implementation of the agreement comes at exactly the right time. After two years of spending a lot of time at home, the desire to travel is stronger than ever. We are currently seeing a surge in bookings, not only in the Czech Republic, but across our entire route network,” says Eurowings CEO Jens Bischof.

“We are pleased that we are able to significantly expand our network through the cooperation with Eurowings,” says Roman Vik, board member and CEO von Smartwings.

With the opening of its base in the Czech capital, Eurowings has significantly expanded its services in Central Europe. By summer 2022, the Lufthansa subsidiary will be stationing three Airbus A320 aircraft, including local crews, in the Czech capital. The flights will be operated by Eurowings Europe, the pan-European flight operation of Eurowings.

About Smartwings
Smartwings is the largest Czech airline. In the summer season, Smartwings flies to 80 destinations from Czech airports. In addition to the Czech Republic, Smartwings also offers flights from airports in Poland, France, Germany, Hungary, Slovakia and the Canary Islands.

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THAI summer flight schedule new in 2022

Written by Traveltalksteam on March 28, 2022. Posted in Airline, Destination news.

March 28, 2022 – THAI summer flight schedule 2022

Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) has arranged and adjusted its flight schedules to 34 destinations worldwide for its Summer Flight Programme during 27 March – 29 October 2022 with details as follows:

THAI summer flight schedule 2022

Flight operations in support of the Phuket Sandbox campaign:

1. Bangkok – Phuket – Frankfurt (v.v.): three flights per week every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. 2.

Bangkok – Phuket – London – Bangkok: three flights per week every Monday, Thursday and Saturday. 3.

Bangkok – Phuket – Sydney – Bangkok: three flights per week every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. 4.

Bangkok – Phuket – Copenhagen – Bangkok: twice weekly flights every Tuesday and Thursday, during 27 March – 30 April 2022.

5. Bangkok – Phuket – Stockholm –

Bangkok: twice weekly flights every Wednesday and Friday, during 27 March – 30 April 2022.

THAI summer flight schedule – Intercontinental (return flights):

1. Bangkok – London: eleven flights per week; daily flight by TG910; and four flights per week every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday by TG916 starting 29 May 2022.

2. Bangkok – Paris: daily flight.

3. Bangkok – Zurich: daily flight; and five flights per week every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday during 26 March – 4 July 2022.

4. Bangkok – Brussels: twice weekly flights every Wednesday and Friday; and three flights per week every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday starting 2 July – 30 August 2022.

5. Bangkok – Frankfurt: daily flight; and four flights per week every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday by TG922 starting 25 June 2022.

6. Bangkok – Munich: daily flight.

7. Bangkok – Copenhagen: five flights per week every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday; and daily flight starting 5 July 2022.

8. Bangkok – Stockholm: five flights per week every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.

9. Bangkok – Sydney: four flights per week every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.

10. Bangkok – Melbourne: four flights per week every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.

Flight operations in support of the Phuket Sandbox campaign:

1. Bangkok – Phuket – Frankfurt (v.v.): three flights per week every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.

2. Bangkok – Phuket – London – Bangkok: three flights per week every Monday, Thursday and Saturday.

3. Bangkok – Phuket – Sydney – Bangkok: three flights per week every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.

4. Bangkok – Phuket – Copenhagen – Bangkok: twice weekly flights every Tuesday and Thursday, during 27 March – 30 April 2022.

5. Bangkok – Phuket – Stockholm – Bangkok: twice weekly flights every Wednesday and Friday, during 27 March – 30 April 2022.

THAI summer flight schedule – Intercontinental (return flights):

1. Bangkok – London: eleven flights per week; daily flight by TG910; and four flights per week every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday by TG916 starting 29 May 2022.

2. Bangkok – Paris: daily flight.

3. Bangkok – Zurich: daily flight; and five flights per week every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday during 26 March – 4 July 2022.

4. Bangkok – Brussels: twice weekly flights every Wednesday and Friday; and three flights per week every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday starting 2 July – 30 August 2022.

5. Bangkok – Frankfurt: daily flight; and four flights per week every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday by TG922 starting 25 June 2022.

6. Bangkok – Munich: daily flight.

7. Bangkok – Copenhagen: five flights per week every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday; and daily flight starting 5 July 2022.

8. Bangkok – Stockholm: five flights per week every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.

9. Bangkok – Sydney: four flights per week every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.

10. Bangkok – Melbourne: four flights per week every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.

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Tenuta di Artimino, a new hotel in Tuscay opens its doors in April 2022

Written by Traveltalksteam on March 28, 2022. Posted in Destination news, Hotel.

March 28, 2022–Tenuta di Artimino

The hotel complex forms part of a former Medici estate surrounded by Tuscan countryside, and will open this spring

The Meliá Collection, a new Meliá Hotels International brand that brings together a collection of exceptional hotels with their own unique personality, has announced its latest addition: Tenuta di Artimino, a fantastic hotel complex in the heart of Tuscany, just 20 km from Florence, and scheduled to open in April to become the company’s ninth hotel in Italy.

Tenuta di Artimino

Located among the hills and vineyards of Montalbano, which was once home to an Etruscan settlement, the Villa Medici “La Ferdinanda” was built in 1596 by order of the Ferdinand I de’ Medici, Grand Duke of Tuscany, following a project designed by Bernardo Buontalenti. Also known as the Villa of the One Hundred Chimneys (Villa dei Cento Camini), it has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2013.

Next to the Villa is the hotel, built within a 17th-century Renaissance building and also accompanied by a group of lodges in the medieval village of Artimino, just 500 metres away. All in all, there are 102 rooms, suites, villas and lodges, as well as a winery, the gourmet restaurant Biagio Pignatta, the restaurant La Cantina del Redi (located in the heart of Artimino), a swimming pool, spa and large gardens and spaces for hosting events.

The rooms in Tenuta di Artimino are decorated in a Tuscan Renaissance style, with terracotta floors, wooden beams and elements using Pietra Serena, the typical Tuscan sandstone. Over the coming months, several renovation and redecoration works will be carried out in rooms and public areas to enhance the guest experience while also preserving all the historical and cultural legacy of this unique estate.

At the end of last year, Meliá Hotels International announced the launch of The Meliá Collection, a new collection of luxury hotels with their own particular personality, designed for travellers seeking both authenticity and a genuine connection with their destination.

They are carefully selected hotels, chosen either for their iconic location or historical significance, offering a choice of unique experiences designed to discover an unmistakable sense of place. The brand currently includes some of the most unique hotels in the company’s portfolio, such as the Meliá Serengeti Lodge in Tanzania, the Hacienda del Conde in Tenerife, the Hotel Villa Marquis in Paris or the Meliá Desert Palm in Dubai, among others.

The addition of Tenuta di Artimino is an important milestone for Meliá in its growth strategy in Italy, one of its top priorities in Europe, where it currently operates five hotels in Rome, Milan and Genoa. In addition to the opening of the Tenuta di Artimino, the company will also open in 2023 the majestic Gran Meliá Cordusio in Milan and its first two hotels in Sicily, the Meliá Siracusa and Meliá Taormina. The company is also continuing to explore projects in other destinations such as Sardinia and Puglia.

Located in central Italy and with its capital in Florence, Tuscany is the second most visited region in the country after Veneto. In addition to Florence, it is also home to other famous tourist attractions, such as Pisa, Siena, Lucca, Castiglione della Pescaia or Grosseto, as well as about 120 protected nature reserves.

The region is famous for its beautiful rolling hills and vast historical and cultural heritage. Origin of the Italian Renaissance, Tuscany was home to many influential figures of the time, whose legacy is preserved in some of the country’s best-known museums, such as the Uffizi Gallery and the Palazzo Pitti. The region is also famous for its wine, with its world-famous wines include Chianti, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano or Morellino di Scansano, as well as the Carmignano wine, produced by Tenuta di Artimino.

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