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Youth & Development Consultancy Institute – Etijah has been recognised with the title of ‘World’s Leading Sustainable Education & Training Programme 2025’ for the Employability Programme in the Hospitality Sector by voters at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards.
Founded in 2006 in Cairo, the Youth & Development Consultancy Institute – Etijah is one of Egypt’s leading non-profit organisations dedicated to youth empowerment and social equity. Etijah is Arabic for ‘direction’, a concept that reflects the mission to build an inclusive society where all individuals, particularly young people and women, can actively participate in Egypt’s social, economic, and environmental development.
Published: Mon, 16 Feb 2026 07:57:44 +0000
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Inspired by the spirit of Paris, Sofitel introduces Le Vestiaire, a global wardrobe created as a statement of style and self-expression. Created in collaboration with French designer Cordelia de Castellane, the global collection blends couture sensibility with everyday sophistication - a mix-and-match expression of elegance designed for Sofitel’s world of modern luxury.
Published: Mon, 16 Feb 2026 07:29:38 +0000
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Raffles Hotels & Resorts is delighted to introduce ‘The Butler Did It Collection’, a playful collection available only in-store at Printemps New York and Printemps Paris through March 10, 2026, with select pieces offered on Printemps.com. Through a thoughtfully curated edit of fashion and home goods, the collection captures Raffles’ world of elegance and enchanted glamour. With products designed for Raffles, and in partnership with Globe-Trotter, Frette, and Christofle, ‘The Butler Did It Collection’ invites guests and collectors alike to bring a touch of Raffles’ signature magic into their everyday life. This collection is an early look at how the brand’s distinct aesthetic, craftsmanship, and sense of refinement will soon extend beyond a hotel stay.
Published: Mon, 16 Feb 2026 07:25:58 +0000
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The Hilton Global Foundation (HGF), the global philanthropic arm of Hilton, a global leader in hospitality, announced today it has invested $5.4 million in 18 nonprofit organizations across the globe working to expand career opportunity, advance community resilience and make the world better to travel. These grants represent HGF’s largest annual investment to date supporting projects that align with Travel with Purpose, Hilton’s strategy to drive positive impact and deliver lasting value for its people, hotels, communities and guests. This year’s Hilton Global Foundation grantees are expanding pathways into hospitality careers, equipping youth with job-ready skills, addressing food insecurity and reducing waste while strengthening economic and community resilience around the world.
Published: Mon, 16 Feb 2026 07:03:01 +0000
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The Peninsula London welcomed the capital’s foremost voices in art, fashion and culture for its inaugural Lunar New Year celebration, a polished late-night evening of imaginative cuisine and vibrant music. Celebrating Lunar New Year through a distinctly London lens, the evening combined cherished traditions with the capital’s vibrant creative spirit.
Published: Mon, 16 Feb 2026 07:01:48 +0000
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Galapagos Shark Diving, a conservation-focused dive travel operator, has donated USD 31,523.40 in 2025 to marine conservation initiatives in the Galápagos Islands, directly supporting whale shark research and ocean education for young girls. As part of this commitment, the company has launched the “Name a Whale Shark 2025 Contest”, allowing participating citizen science divers to name newly tagged whale sharks in recognition of their contribution to research.
Published: Mon, 16 Feb 2026 06:59:02 +0000
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In celebration of the 100th anniversary of Route 66, the City of Chicago will formally recognize Navy Pier as the starting point of the iconic roadway. “This move symbolizes how Route 66 continues to evolve while honoring its roots,” said Mayor Brandon Johnson. “From the shores of Lake Michigan to the shores of the Pacific Ocean, Route 66 represents the ultimate American journey.”
The dedication ceremony celebrating the new starting point of Route 66 and its enduring role in American history, culture, and adventure will take place on March 25, 2026.
Published: Sun, 15 Feb 2026 08:30:16 +0000
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Divers supporting ocean conservation are going to unusual lengths (or depths) to do it.
These are not marketing stunts or travel fantasies. They are the real-world experiences driving participation in the 2026 Online SCUBA Travel Auction hosted by Sea Save Foundation, featuring 60+ carefully curated, bucket-list dive travel packages from around the world.
Published: Sun, 15 Feb 2026 08:28:12 +0000
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World-Famous Laugh Factory will celebrate the Grand Opening of its new, 250-seat club at Horseshoe Las Vegas in the heart of the Strip this weekend by featuring six sold-out shows headlined by Concrete and Jamie Kennedy.
For a dozen years, Laugh Factory operated a club at the Tropicana Las Vegas. It closed in October 2024 when the hotel was demolished to make way for a 30,000-seat stadium that will be the new home of the Oakland Athletics.
Published: Sun, 15 Feb 2026 08:20:49 +0000
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Universal Theme Parks: The Exhibition, a groundbreaking new exhibit that takes guests inside the immersive and innovative world of Universal Destinations & Experiences’ theme parks, makes its world premiere at The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia on February 14, 2026, in partnership with Comcast NBCUniversal.
Published: Sat, 14 Feb 2026 08:13:07 +0000