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Mandarin Oriental signs for first Greece property

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February 10, 2022 – Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced it will manage a new luxury hotel in Costa Navarino, scheduled to open in 2023.

Mandarin Oriental signs for first Greece property

The first property in Greece from the brand, Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino will be located on the south-west coast of the Peloponnese, one of the most unspoiled and breath-taking landscapes in the Mediterranean.

It will be situated 45 minutes’ drive from Kalamata International Airport.

The beachfront resort will be part of Costa Navarino, a well-established tourism destination.

It will comprise 99 guest rooms, including 48 pool villas, all with outdoor terraces and sea views, along with five restaurants and bars.

The 1,500 sqm wellness facilities will feature a stunning 25 metre indoor-outdoor pool that has magnificent bay views, and the signature wellness therapies with both indoor treatment rooms and outdoor pavilions. 

The guest experience will be further enhanced by its proximity to the destination’s leisure activities, water sports, biking and rock-climbing, as well as four signature golf courses designed by Bernhard Langer, Robert Trent Jones II and José María Olazábal.

The project is owned and developed by Temes, a leading developer and operator of high-end tourism and real estate destinations in Greece.

“We are delighted to be opening our first property in Greece in Costa Navarino and look forward to sharing this striking combination of unspoiled landscape, olive groves, pristine beaches and authentic Greek culture in the region with our guests” said James Riley, group chief executive of Mandarin Oriental.

“We are pleased to partner with Temes, the group that has been responsible for the creation of Costa Navarino as a bourgeoning tourism destination.”

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ATM 2022: Business travel returning to Middle East

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February 10 2022 – Business travel expenditure in the Middle East is forecast to rise by a third this year, following a predicted 49 per cent increase during 2021.

ATM 2022: Business travel returning to Middle East

That is according to a report by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) published in November.

Danielle Curtis, exhibition director, Middle East, Arabian Travel Market (ATM), said: “This positive data will provide a welcome boost for business travel and tourism professionals throughout the Middle East region, as economies around the world begin to relax travel restrictions, despite the disruption caused by the outbreak of the Omicron variant.

“During 2021, the increase in business spending for the full year is expected to have actually outpaced spending on leisure travel by 13, ten and one per cent in the Middle East, Europe and Africa respectively.”

She added: “Aviation experts speaking at ATM 2021, had expected business travel to lag behind leisure travel, but this estimated increase of 32 per cent, comes on top of a predicted rise during 2021 of 49 per cent which although 2020 was a challenging year, the business travel segment is now clearly accelerating towards pre pandemic levels.”

According to the report, the Asia Pacific region will lead the world in 2022 with growth in spending of 41 per cent, followed by the Americas with a 35 per cent increase, the Middle East 32 per cent, Europe on 28 per cent and Africa with a 23 per cent rise.

The WTTC report was compiled in collaboration with McKinsey & Company called ‘Adapting to Endemic Covid-19: The Outlook for Business Travel’ and draws on research, analysis and in-depth interviews with travel and tourism business leaders to enable organisations to prepare for corporate travel in the post-pandemic era.

ATM will take place at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from May 9-12 this year.

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The Dubai Edition joins luxury Middle East market

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February 10, 2022 – Edition Hotels has launched in Downtown Dubai, a short distance from the retail flagships, commercial district and flourishing art, design and culture hubs that make up the city.

The Dubai Edition joins luxury Middle East market

The Dubai Edition is the latest property in the Middle East from the brand following a launch in Abu Dhabi.

The hotel, with its own unique and original identity, embodies its sense of place at the centre of a thriving international gateway city that is steered by pioneering spirit and innovation while anchored in its rich culture.

From the outside, the Dubai Edition stands tall within the Downtown district surrounded by world-famous attractions and landmarks.

The green-filled entrance to the hotel is populated with bold terracotta pots transporting guests from the hustle and bustle to an oasis of calm.

The cohesive design language flows seamlessly throughout the hotel and continues into the 275 guestrooms, including 41 suites and penthouse.

This simplicity in design immediately brings attention to minute details such as the matching of veins in the natural stone and wood.

The palette is minimal yet warm, with a journey of slightly different hues and colours.

The light oak wood and stone accents flow from one room to the other and evoke a feeling of tranquil luxury.

The monochromatic colour scheme and contemporary minimalism make each room feel fresh and light and is complemented by the elegant lines of the furniture, textured upholstery and wooden-lined walls.

Floor to ceiling windows provide abundant light and lead onto large glass balconies with spectacular views over the iconic Burj Khalifa.

Artwork by Carole Benitah adorns the walls depicting a young girl dancing in the Dubai fountains.

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Expo 2020 Dubai to welcome Coldplay next week

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February 9 2022 – Coldplay are set to perform at Expo 2020 Dubai on February 15th.

Expo 2020 Dubai to welcome Coldplay next week

The band prides itself on its commitment and responsibility to the environment and strives to keep its emissions when performing as low as possible.

As the first country in the region to announce a net zero by 2050 strategic initiative, the UAE has sought global recognition for its commitment to a low carbon world and views climate action as an opportunity for sustainable economic growth.

This is an approach that will gain global momentum as the country prepares to host COP28 in Abu Dhabi in 2023.

As a city of the future built on sustainable principles, in collaboration with 192 nations from around the world, Expo 2020 Dubai is a fitting partner for Coldplay, as it seeks solutions to some of the greatest challenges, including preserving the planet for future generations.

Through its Programme for People and Planet, Expo 2020 Dubai is bringing together diverse global voices and generating new ideas among policy makers, businesses and individuals alike to map a clear path forward for immediate action.

The Al Wasl performance, part of the Infinite Nights Series, unites the shared goals of Coldplay and the UAE and will lead by example, inspiring climate awareness and driving action to preserve our planet with a magical, unforgettable concert, free to Expo visitors and streamed online around the globe.

Coldplay said: “As a band, we always try to put togetherness and sustainability at the heart of everything we do. 

“It’s an honour to be invited to perform at Expo 2020 Dubai Infinite Nights for a special celebration of these two themes.”

 

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In March, the four-piece band – comprising vocalist and pianist Chris Martin; guitarist Jonny Buckland; bassist Guy Berryman; and drummer Will Champion – will embark on its ‘Music of the Spheres World Tour’.

The tour has taken two years of planning, with Coldplay working with a range of environmental experts to incorporate initiatives that aim to lower carbon emissions by as much as 50 per cent compared to the band’s previous tours.

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Sweden scraps border restrictions for EU travellers today

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Sweden scraps all Covid border restrictions

February 9, 2022 – The Swedish government at an extraordinary meeting has decided to remove all entry restrictions from the Nordic countries and other EU/EEA countries on 9 February, the same day it will also scrap nearly all of its domestic Covid rules and recommendations.

Sweden scraps all Covid border restrictions for EU travellers today

“The decision follows an assessment by the Public Health Agency of Sweden that the entry restrictions are no longer a proportionate infection control measure,” read a government statement.

“The lifting of the entry restrictions is a great relief for many travellers, not least for those living and working in the Nordic border regions. Today’s decision also reduces the burden on the Swedish Police Authority, which no longer needs to set aside staff to check Covid-19 certificates at the border,” it added.

It said the current entry restrictions for non-EU/EEA countries would however remain in place for now, “in accordance with EU recommendations regarding entry from third countries”.

This means that people travelling to Sweden from these countries will still not be able enter the country directly unless they are covered by one of a series of exemptions from the entry ban.

Such an exemption could be for example living in a so-called “exempt country”, having a valid vaccine pass issued by an “approved country”, or being a resident of Sweden.

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Emirates goes double-daily from Gatwick as demand soars

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February 9, 2022 – Emirates has expanded its Gatwick services today, offering double-daily flights connecting people and businesses across the south of England with its growing global network.

Emirates goes double-daily from Gatwick as demand soars

Since the start of the year, UK bookings from Gatwick alone have more than doubled.

The increase in services at Gatwick follows the quick restart of operations to Emirates’ hubs across the UK as the airline continues to respond to the lifting of international travel restrictions around the world.

Flight EK09 will land at Gatwick at 18:25 today and return flight EK010 will depart at 20:25, arriving in Dubai (DXB) tomorrow at 07:20.

This service joins the existing Flight EK015 landing at Gatwick at 11:40 and return flight EK016, departing at 13:35 and arriving in Dubai at 00:40 (all times local).

The introduction of the second daily Gatwick service takes Emirates’ total UK weekly flights to 91.

Gatwick is being served by both the Boeing 777 and the A380 widebody aircraft.

Richard Jewsbury, divisional vice president at Emirates UK, commented: “We have seen a considerable uptick in demand for international travel in recent weeks, particularly from the south-east and are pleased to be expanding our operations from Gatwick.

“Emirates is fully committed to the UK and we have operated flights from the airport for over 30 years, providing vital connectivity to Dubai and across our international network for passengers travelling for business, leisure or to visit loved ones.

“The route has also carried billions of pounds worth of cargo into and out of the region – supporting UK businesses of all shapes and sizes.”

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February 9, 2022 – Visit Portugal has confirmed fully-vaccinated UK citizens can now enter the country without needing to show proof of a negative Covid-19 test.

Portugal drops testing requirements for vaccinated travellers

The exemption is valid after 14 days from the last vaccination; however, it expires 270 days after the last dose.

Travellers who can prove they have contracted Covid-19 within the last 180 days are also permitted to enter.

Anyone aged 12 or over that is unable to show a vaccination or recovery certificate will be required to show a negative Covid-19 test.

The tests can be a PCR taken 72 hours prior to departure, or a lateral flow test taken 24 hours prior to departure.

Luis Araújo, president of Turismo de Portugal, said: “This is a special day for tourism and for all those who want to visit Portugal!

“Passengers who come to Portugal are only required to present a digital EU Covid-19 certificate or other proof of recognised vaccination such as the NHS app Covid Pass.

“Vaccinated passengers will no longer be required to present a negative test at airports!”

He added: “Our country has never stopped working to welcome any tourist and we have taken the necessary precautions to ensure the safety of our visitors and residents.

“We will stand by our mission of providing the best tourism experience with the highest safety standards.

“Our country is amongst the European countries with the highest level of national testing and percentage of vaccinated population, the Portuguese tourism industry has been in operation for several months now and we are ready to safely welcome all visitors as we head cautiously towards a post-pandemic world.”

More on the regulations can be found on the official website.

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Scandic reveals plans for climate-neutral hotel

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February 8, 2022 – Sporting a frame, façade and interiors made from wood, Scandic Sundsvall Central in Sweden will demonstrate the capacity for hotels to embrace sustainability when it opens in 2024.

Scandic reveals plans for climate-neutral hotel

This 210-key property will combine strong green credentials with an appealing location in the city’s harbour area.

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Fresh from signing a long-term lease agreement with Skanska, Stockholm-headquartered hotel operator Scandic has signalled its intention to launch the 210-key Scandic Sundsvall Central hotel in the Swedish city of Sundsvall.

“Scandic’s new hotel in Sundsvall will be a modern and attractive meeting place ideally located in an exciting area where we can see a growing demand for hotel accommodations,” said Peter Jangbratt, head of Scandic Hotels Sweden. “We’ve been developing the hotel together with Skanska for the past two years and naturally, it feels extremely positive to be further strengthening our hotel offering in the city.”

Joakim Åkesson, regional manager at Skanska SverigeIt, added: “It is gratifying to now have Scandic as a tenant – a company that shares our values in terms of sustainability and with which we have worked closely in other projects.”

Impressive eco-credentials

Scandic Sundsvall Central is to be located alongside the city’s harbour, as well as its railway station. The hotel’s 210 rooms will be joined by a cosy ground-floor restaurant and bar area, along with spa facilities, a gym and meeting rooms providing views over the Bothnian Sea on the first floor.

It’s envisaged that the trailblazing building will feature a frame, façade and interiors made from wood, while energy-efficient materials and solar panels will be installed on the roof. The scheme, which plans to be 100% carbon-neutral, is aiming for Leed Gold certification.

Due to launch in 2024, the property will bolster Scandic’s presence in Sundsvall. The company already operates two hotels and 312 rooms in the up-and-coming city.

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Emirates Resumes Daily A380 Service To Melbourne

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February 8, 2022 – Emirates resumed its daily A380 Dubai-Melbourne service on February 1, 2022, nearly two years after stopping all A380 flights to Australia because of the pandemic.

Emirates Resumes Daily A380 Service To Melbourne

The return of the popular A380 aircraft increases capacity on Emirates’ flights between Melbourne and its Dubai hub by over 50%. As Australia’s international borders have reopened and travel demand rises, more travellers have more options.

Because Emirates is the official airline and partner of the ongoing Expo 2020 Dubai, the A380 plane arrived in Melbourne with a special Expo livery.

“At Emirates, we are overjoyed to see the A380 return to Melbourne.” “With the return of the Victorian capital to our A380 network, Australians will have greater choices for leisure and business travel,” said Barry Brown, Emirates Divisional Vice President for Australasia, in a statement.

“This year marks the 25th anniversary of our service to Australia, with Melbourne serving as our first Australian destination in 1996.” Our devotion to this country is as great today as it was then. Adding more seats to our Melbourne service demonstrates our commitment as we continue to expand our services to Australia.”

Australia is Emirates’ third-largest market for A380 operations. Melbourne will join Sydney in providing Emirates’ A380 services, which resumed on December 1, 2021.

The A380 will replace the Boeing 777-300ER, which operates to Melbourne four times per week.

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Unveiled: Virgin Voyages welcomes its second lady ship, Valiant Lady

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February 08, 2022 – Virgin Voyages, the lifestyle and travel brand launched by Sir Richard Branson to deliver irresistible vacations, has introduced its latest Lady ship – Valiant Lady.

Unveiled: Virgin Voyages welcomes its second lady ship, Valiant Lady

This March, Valiant Lady will sashay her way around the UK, gracing the ports of London International Cruise Terminal (Tilbury) and Liverpool ahead of her limited bookable MerMaiden voyage from Portsmouth before she docks at her homeport in Barcelona.

Speaking of the arrival of Valiant Lady to the UK, Tom McAlpin, CEO of Virgin Voyages, said: “Following the success of our first lady ship, Scarlet Lady, we are so excited to debut Valiant Lady to the UK this March and begin our European tour. The lifting of UK travel restrictions has already shown promising signs with 70% uplift in bookings since December. We’ll be showcasing our newest lady in Tilbury and Liverpool, where fans are invited to wave her in before we kick off our bookable European sailings from Portsmouth in March and our new homeport in Barcelona in May.”

Following the globally celebrated debut of her sister ship Scarlet Lady – which holds the most five-star reviews on TripAdvisor and the winner of Cruise Critic’s Best New Cruise Ship of 2021 – Valiant Lady features an impressive 1,330 cabins and 78 RockStar Quarters – not to forget, the two iconic Massive Suites which boast their own turntables and private hot tub – all of which hold industry accolades for the best suites at sea.

With 86 percent of cabins holding a balcony and 93 percent featuring ocean views, the cabins feature a new elevated design to bring warmer energy and a more sophisticated feel, with increased drawers and storage space – perfect for longer itineraries.

The brand’s newest vessel also boasts first-class entertainment, state of the art health and wellness facilities, and exquisite dining experiences curated by Michelin-starred chefs – giving Sailors the ultimate dose of vitamin-sea.

Valiant Lady has curated itineraries featuring longer port stays and overnighters in some of Europe’s most idyllic islands and effervescent cities, including Palma de Mallorca and Ibiza.

Speaking of the launch, Sir Richard Branson said: “Virgin Voyages has been a dream in the making since my 20s and today is a momentous day launching our second ladyship, Valiant Lady. It’s exciting to be able to celebrate our continued growth as a brand that’s on a mission to voyage like no other. In our five decades in business, Virgin has always sought to offer our customers something extra special, and Virgin Voyages has worked tirelessly to do just that.”

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Airbus A380 To Be Converted Into A Luxury Hotel

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February 8, 2022 – Frédéric Deleuze, a former Airbus engineer, intends to transform an Airbus A380 aircraft originally planned for dismantling into a luxury hotel. The hotel will be placed in the airport’s northern terminal at Toulouse-Blagnac (TLS).

Airbus A380 To Be Converted Into A Luxury Hotel

The future hotel will contain 31 rooms, two of which will be suites. Three accommodation kinds will be available in the fuselage: ordinary rooms for two people, deluxe rooms for three or four guests, and suites.

One suite room will be placed in the A380 cockpit, while the other will be located at the back of the plane on two floors linked by the original staircase.

The hotel complex will also have a 60-seat restaurant with a patio overlooking the largest passenger jet.

When he learnt that some old Airbus A380s were being scrapped, Frédéric Deleuze, who worked as an engineer at Airbus for 15 years, came up with the idea of upcycling the Airbus A380 into a hotel.

Several historic planes have been rescued from aviation graveyards. British Airways said in 2020 that it would convert its final Boeing 747 aeroplane into a theatre and educational facility for kids. In 2021, Emirates recycled its retired Airbus A380 into aviation collectibles.

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Cunard sees record booking figures for summer 2023

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February 08, 2022 – Cunard has seen its busiest period of trading in more than a decade as the recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic continues apace.

Cunard sees record booking figures for summer 2023

The line released itineraries for summer 2023, featuring over 150 new international trips, with demand especially strong for Grills Suites.

Cunard vice president of sales and marketing, Angus Struthers, said: “We are delighted by the overwhelming response to summer 2023 itineraries going on sale, which has even surpassed Cunard’s record-breaking days in 2021 when Queen Elizabeth’s summer at sea sailings went on sale.

Summer 2023 schedules include 150 voyages calling at 120 unique ports in 35 countries, with 23 late evening departures and 15 overnight stays with voyages between two nights and 37 nights in duration.

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American Airlines finalises GOL stake

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February 8, 2022 – American Airlines has signed a definitive investment agreement with GOL, the largest airline in Brazil, deepening the relationship between the two carriers.

American Airlines finalises GOL stake

The deal is designed to create the “broadest and most rewarding network” in the Americas.

The combined networks will provide customers with more than 30 destinations in the United States served by American and more than 34 new destinations in South America served by GOL.

United States hubs in Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW), Miami (MIA) and New York (JFK). 

GOL serves 63 destinations in Brazil.

As part of the investment agreement previously announced last year, American will invest $200 million in 22.2 million newly issued preferred shares of GOL, for a 5.2 per cent stake.

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Ruby Hotels confirms top team additions as growth continues

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February 7, 2022 – Ruby Hotels’ expansion continues to successfully progress.

Ruby Hotels confirms top team additions as growth continues

In the first half of 2022, two hotels will open in Munich and Geneva, as well as a workspace in Vienna.

To support the ongoing internationalisation and diversification, Ruby is expanding its top management team.     

Fabian Zellinger, who as group director is responsible for the Ruby Workspaces business segment, joins the management team and, at the start of the year, also takes over two newly created areas: new ventures and corporate development.

Both areas are aimed at the strategic international expansion of Ruby and include, among other things, the establishment of partnerships and joint ventures in new markets, as well as the development of new business areas and licensing concepts.

The Ruby Workspaces division, for which Zellinger will continue to be responsible, posted strong revenue and margin growth last year despite the challenges in the market.

The pipeline also continues to develop as planned.

In summer 2022, the Ruby Paul Workspace will open in Vienna’s first district with over 400 workspaces.

Additional workspaces in Stuttgart and Florence are already under construction. 

To support the ongoing international expansion, Mark Braune also joins Ruby’s management team as group director revenue and distribution.

Revenue specialist Braune, who joins from HR Group.

Finally, Thomas Fink has been promoted to group director finance and administration.

In this newly created role, Fink and his staff are responsible for the continued automation and complexity reduction of accounting, payments, cash management and bookkeeping in order to efficiently handle international growth in the background.

Ruby currently employs 330 people.

By the end of 2023, the group plans to have around 680 employees across Europe, with a capacity of 3,576 rooms and more than 1,500 workspace desks.

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Cora Cora becomes only Maldivian resort to have an all-female airport welcome team

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February 7, 2022 – Since its inception, Cora Cora Maldives has always been an innovator! It’s ‘It’s Freedom Time’ ethos is at the core of everything the luxury five-star resort does, and Cora Cora Maldives has announced it is the very first and only resort in the destination to have an all-female airport welcoming team.

Cora Cora becomes only Maldivian resort to have an all-female airport welcome team

Manager Rifga and her remarkable team of ladies; Jamsheedha, Nadheema, and Lomra are leading the way in Maldivian female empowerment. Aged between 25 and 34, the fabulous airport team is an inspiration to Maldivian women and young girls everywhere, illustrating that Maldivian women can have a successful career and hold management positions should they wish.

Cora Cora Maldives is changing the game and leading the charge for other resorts to (hopefully) follow. By ensuring an all-women team is on-hand at the airport to assist guests, not only are they providing their guests with exemplary customer service to start their holiday off in a relaxing manner, but they are also showing the entire world that female empowerment and equality is a top priority for Cora Cora Maldives. With their great abilities in terms of empathy, precise communication, and networking skills, the all-female airport greeting team have already shown their fantastic value for Cora Cora Maldives and make guests feel welcome the moment they step off the plane.

Justin Swart, the General Manager of Cora Cora Maldives enthuses, “It’s not easy for women in Male to find good jobs and hopefully we have set the standard, and this will encourage more women to seek employment and managerial roles. The Cora Cora Maldives all-women airport team are excellent at handling the incredibly logistically complex and high-pressure job they face at Velana International Airport. We have received only positive feedback from our guests regarding our ground handling team and are therefore immensely proud of the team who we see as our ambassadors 200km away from the island that is responsible for “the first and last impression” of Cora Cora Maldives.”

Cora Cora Maldives offers its guests a one-of-a-kind immersive Maldivian cultural, experiential, and culinary experience. Comprising of 100 villas, four restaurants, two bars, MokshaÒ Spa and Wellbeing Center, water sports & diving center, gym, overwater yoga pavilion, outdoor cinema, kids’ club, and Dutch Onion Art Gallery. Cora Cora Maldives is 45-minutes by seaplane from Velana International Airport or 30 minutes by domestic flight followed by a 20-minute speedboat journey. Cora Cora Maldives is the ultimate idyllic, island escape.

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February 7, 2022 – Lithuania has confirmed it is finally ready to welcome back travellers.

Lithuania reopens to European tourists

As of now, tourists from the European Union and European Economic Area will only need to prove they are vaccinated against Covid-19.

Paperwork to prove a traveller has recovered from Covid-19 or has tested negative will also be accepted, a statement said.

Lithuanian officials said it will also no longer be required to present a National Certificate (or another Covid-19-related document) to access indoor public spaces including tourist accommodations, restaurants, museums, sport or cultural event venues.

Only individual security measures, such as wearing masks or respirators indoors and distance-keeping are applied.

Before the pandemic, the tourism sector made up a significant part of the local economy, amounting to over €977 million in total spent every year.

The reopening decision followed the recent recommendation of the World Health Organisation to lift or ease travel restrictions because such measures may cause economic and social harm.

“These are big steps back to normality in the tourism sector.

“Statistics show that people’s desire to travel remains at a very high level all over the world.

“We are happy that Lithuania eases restrictions to be more open to foreign visitors because, especially this year, there is so much to see and experience in Lithuania and its biggest cities,” said Olga Gončarova, general manager of Lithuania Travel, the national tourism development agency. 

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Jet2 relaunches European trips

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February 7, 2022 – Jet2CityBreaks is today restarting trips to a range of major destinations in Europe.

Jet2CityBreaks relaunches European trips

The decision follows a number of positive travel updates from the government.

The leisure airline will wave customers off on flights to Rome from Birmingham and Manchester.

Trips to Barcelona, Budapest, Krakow, Prague, Paris, Venice and Amsterdam will also restart in the coming days, while Pisa will follow at the end of Mach.

On top of this, three brand-new city break routes are set to launch in April – Birmingham to Athens and Barcelona, as well as Manchester to Athens.

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Radisson Blu Hotel, Barcelona Sagrada Familia set for spring opening

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February 7, 2022 – Radisson Hotel Group has confirmed the signing of Radisson Blu Hotel, Barcelona Sagrada Familia.

Radisson Blu Hotel, Barcelona Sagrada Familia set for spring opening

The relaunched Hotel Barcelona 1882 will become the first property from the brand in the city.

Boasting an enviable location in the Eixample district of the city and just 450 meters from the Sagrada Familia, the most visited landmark in Spain, the hotel features a rooftop pool and terrace overlooking the famous basilica.

It has excellent links to the city centre, situated within walking distance from Passeig de Gràcia and Plaça Catalunya and only two kilometres from Parc Güell, a popular tourist attraction by Antonio Gaudí.

The hotel is scheduled to open under the Radisson Blu brand in the spring and comprises of 182 guest rooms, including standard and superior rooms and two junior suites.

Elie Younes, global chief development officer, Radisson Hotel Group, said: “Radisson Blu celebrates ten consecutive years as the largest upper upscale brand in Europe thanks to the trust of our partners and the loyalty of our guests.

“This fantastic hotel further cements the brand’s leading position in this segment.

“The property marks our tenth hotel with Union Investment across Europe, and we look forward to our continued successful relationship.

“Southern Europe is a key focus market where we anticipate significant scale in the coming few years.”

Radisson Blu Hotel, Barcelona Sagrada Familia is easily accessible from the Sagrada Familia metro station, just a 500 meter walk away.

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The Standard to Open its Asia Flagship in Bangkok May, 2022

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February 04, 2022 – The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon will be The Standard brand’s flagship hotel in Asia and the latest addition to the company’s growing global portfolio. The company today announced that the hotel will open its doors to the public on 11th May 2022, and will begin taking reservations on February 4th.

The Standard to Open its Asia Flagship in Bangkok May, 2022

The hotel is conveniently located in Bangkok’s central business district between the Sathorn and Silom corridors and is housed in the landmark King Power Mahanakhon Building, a 78-story mixed-use building that is one of the tallest in Thailand. It is also in close proximity to Bangkok’s Old Town with its wealth of cultural attractions and what has recently become the chosen enclave for the city’s dynamic creative community. The hotel will reflect the unmistakable energy of the Thai capital and infuse The Standard brand’s “anything but standard” ethos throughout the property.

“There is nothing in Bangkok, or the entire region, like what we have created here,” said Amar Lalvani, Executive Chairman for Standard International. “We love the energy, style and culture Bangkok offers and couldn’t be more proud to partner with King Power to open our flagship for the region in this awe inspiring building, in this incredible city. When we open our doors in May, visitors and locals will be treated to the world of immersive hospitality that only The Standard can create.”

 

With 155-rooms, The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon will become the brand’s flagship property in Asia. The hotel is designed by Spanish artist / designer Jaime Hayon in collaboration with The Standard’s award-winning in-house design team. The vibrant colors, fluid shapes, evolving art installations and lush greenery that flows seamlessly inside and out mark a sharp aesthetic departure from other luxury hotels in the city.

 

In addition to thoughtfully appointed guest rooms and suites, the hotel will feature an outdoor terrace pool (with the vibrant pool scene for which The Standard is known), the most advanced gym in Bangkok offering memberships to the local community and meeting / event rooms. As with all Standard hotels, there will be a dynamic array of restaurant, lounge, bar and nightlife offerings including the first international outpost of the renown Standard Grill and Thailand’s first outpost of the acclaimed Mott 32. In addition to the restaurants themselves, The Parlor will be a constant hub of music and activity offering snacks and cocktails while the fantasy filled tea room will offer treats found nowhere else in Bangkok. The rooftop will house Ojo, a Mexican inspired restaurant directed by one of the finest young chefs in Mexico. Visitors will also have access to sweeping views of the city from the highest al fresco sky beach in Bangkok. On the ground floor, the shop will carry a highly curated collection of local and foreign fashion, travel and home goods as well as one of a kind collaborations. All of it will live up to The Standard’s promise to be anything but.

 

This breath-taking new addition to The Standard’s portfolio will sit proudly alongside the brand’s award-winning US and European flagships, The Standard, High Line, and The Standard, London and in perfect counterpoint to The Standard’s waterside retreats in Miami, the Maldives, and Hua Hin, and it’s forthcoming Standard hotel in Ibiza, which is also set to open this Spring.

 

The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon is pleased to introduce its pre-opening offer of 25% discount from Best Available Rate, including breakfast for up to 2 persons.  The offer is available for booking from Feb 4 to Jul 31 for stay period between May 11 and Feb 28, 2023. 

About The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon:

Bangkok’s spirit of innovation and unconventionality made the Thai capital the perfect locale for our Asia flagship, The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon. Located in one of the most iconic buildings in the city, the 155-room hotel is already a landmark. With rooms ranging from 40 sqm to a sprawling 144 sqm penthouse, a terrace pool, fitness center and spa, meetings rooms and a dynamic variety of food, drink and nightlife venues, The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon is a fit for any traveler, at any time of day or night. There’s the Parlor, the hub of the hotel for check-in and out, cocktails, work or lounging, the eclectic and unexpected Tea Room, American steakhouse classics at The Standard Grill, and award-winning Chinese cuisine, sparkling ambiance and impeccable wine list by Mott 32.

About Standard International (The Standard Hotels):

Created in 1999, The Standard hotels are known for their taste-making clientele, their pioneering design, and their unrelenting un-standard-ness. With 6 hotels in New York, Miami, London, the Maldives, most recently Hua Hin and the upcoming The Standard, Ibiza and the Asia flagship, The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon slated to open in May 2022, the goal of every Standard project—be it a city hotel, a seaside resort or a rooftop bar—is to defy conventions, up the aesthetic stakes, and deliver an experience that can only be had at The Standard. The Standard’s unconventional and playful sensibility, combined with a careful consideration of design, detail and service, have established its reputation as a pioneer of hospitality, travel, dining, nightlife, and beyond. Sansiri PLC, Thailand’s leading real estate developer made its first investment into Standard International in late November 2017, which increased over time, making Sansiri PLC the majority stakeholder. www.standardhotels.com @thestandard

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February 04, 2022, Austria plans to loosen coronavirus restrictions in February after the country’s national vaccine mandate, the first of its kind in Europe, takes effect now. Starting February 5, restaurants will be allowed to remain open until midnight, as opposed to 10 p.m., Chancellor Karl Nehammer said.

Austria to further ease COVID rules from 5 February

In addition, rules effectively barring unvaccinated people from stores and restaurants will be phased out. Starting Feb. 12, proof of vaccination or recovery will no longer be required to enter shops. A week later, on Feb. 19, entry into restaurants will be allowed for all who can prove vaccination, recovery or a negative coronavirus test.

Nehammer also said that lockdown restrictions for vaccinated people, which have been in place since November, will end this week. The announcement comes in spite of record-high new infection numbers in recent days, fuelled by the omicron variant. On Friday, Austria reported 34,748 new cases. As of Thursday, the Alpine nation’s 7-day rate of infections stood at 2,381.2 per 100,000 inhabitants, about 10 times as high as the rate at the start of January.

 

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