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The travel promoter is pleased to share his appointment as UK sales and marketer for Sirikoi Lodge, located in the iconic Luwa Wildlife Refuge in northern Kenya. This intimate, family-run lodge feels more like staying in your own eco-chic private home than a traditional safari lodge. One of its main selling points is an enviable spot in the hills of Mount Kenya, surrounded by 68,000 acres of primitive wilderness. Sirikoi has recently won numerous awards at the World Travel Awards 2024, including “Kenya's major Safari Lodge.”Named after the stream passing by the lodge, Sirikoi accommodation is the only four safari…

Asharami Synergy, a downstream company in the Sahara Group and a leading supplier of Aviation Turbine Kerosene (ATK), has reiterated its commitment to driving innovation, building strong partnerships and providing service excellence to enhance operational efficiency, safety and sustainability of Nigeria's aviation sector.At the 2025 Air Customer Forum in Lagos, the company's CEO Nomunso Dyk said the forum reflects the company's strategic focus on customer-centric value delivery through joint engagement and operational excellence.Dike said: “This forum is more than a touchpoint. It provides customers and partners with a platform to share feedback that discusses the critical developments of the market…

A list of the best beaches in the world has been revealed, and the number one spot was filmed in a stunning location on a beautiful Greek island. There, temperatures reach even hotter 20s as early as June, July and August. Elafonissi Beach, Crete, was named the best in the world at the TripAdvisor Best of the Best Awards. The stunning beach is located on the island's west coast and is often viewed by thousands of visitors. It earns 4.5 out of 5 based on an astounding 16,000 reviews. What makes this beach special is its unique pink sand and…

British Airways claims a significant increase in heathlow flight punctuality, boasting impressive numbers more than twice what we'll see in 2023 thanks to the implementation of artificial intelligence and other advanced digital innovations.It increased the timely departure rate from the main hub in West London, allowing two-thirds of British Airways to take off earlier than planned in April this year.This not only overturned the same month's figures in 2023, but also showed an improvement of nearly 20% from April 2024, the airline celebrated.This surge in efficiency stems from cutting-edge technologies such as “artificial intelligence, prediction, optimization, machine learning,” and British…

Zoomcar Holdings, India's self-driving caring, is partnering with Wego, the largest travel app in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and the largest online travel market, to provide seamless access to autonomous rentals for travelers exploring India. Partnerships come at a critical time as global travelers face rising airfares, currency changes and growing demand for local cost-effective travel options. With its growing road infrastructure and budget-friendly options, India is becoming an attractive destination for regional tourists, particularly from GCC countries. “We are pleased to announce that we are committed to providing a range of services to our customers,” said…

Some vacationers believe there is definitely a “better” country for tourists than Thailand, and there are significantly fewer visitors. Thailand is a very popular destination for British people. They are often backpackers and those looking for a trip filled with culture and natural beauty. But in Asia there are stunning beaches, friendly locals and other countries that have done amazing things that they say are worthy of you many times. The Philippines is also located in Southeast Asia, and is made up of over 7,000 islands with stunning coastal views, highly rated hiking and nature experiences, things tourists should do,…

Jet2's chief is warning about potential tourism tax hikes as the protest continues. JET2 CEO Steve Heapy has expressed concern that tourism tax could rise as a result of years of overtourism demonstrations in Spain.Speaking at a roundtable at the Spanish Embassy in London, he acknowledged his opposition to such a tourism tax, but acknowledged that the increase could be “attractive.””It's very worrying to me constantly creep up in response to overturism protests,” he said.However, some attendees supported the tax, including Salou mayor Pere Granados, who defended 1 euro per person. Mayor Granados said: “Tourists pay taxes the same way…

Singapore, May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ – The Allianz Partners Travel Index, which surveyed over 500 Singaporean adults regarding travel planning and holiday aspirations, has revealed that more than nine in 10 (90%) Singaporeans are planning to travel for the next year. Most of the time, travel is higher on the agenda, but living costs also affect spending. Rest, relaxation and peace of mind are priorities for Singaporeans, with 74% planning vacation focusing on resorts and wellness, followed by cultural experiences (50%) and adventures (43%). This is consistent with the survey results of a region where 65% of APAC respondents travel…

The UK certainly has beautiful coastal spots ranging from hidden bays to golden sandy beaches. However, it is especially praised by tourists, and some of them are named the most beautiful beach in the country. Holcome Beach on the North Norfolk Coast is a pristine golden sand placed at the top of the timeout for the most beautiful beaches in the UK.Travel experts aren't the only ones who praise the beauty of the beach. The impressive TripAdvisor rating for the coastal gem is 4.6, with hundreds of visitors praising the beach. “Stunning, huge beaches. Most beautiful sand. No entertainment. It's…

Recent chronic delays and cancellations at New Jersey's largest airport highlight the lack of air traffic controllers and aging equipment that President Donald Trump's administration wants to replace.The Federal Aviation Administration is working on short-term fixes to the Newark Airport issue, including technical repairs and reductions that make it easy to manage traffic, while addressing a controller shortage. Authorities will meet with all airlines flying from Newark starting Wednesday to discuss plans.But even before those issues, aviation has already been in the spotlight since the fatality Air collision A passenger jet and a US Army helicopter above Washington, DC in…