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American travelers are increasingly discovering the magnetic pull of the French Alps, with booking data showing a remarkable 43% surge in European ski destinations for the 2024-2025 season. This growing trend reflects a broader shift in luxury travel preferences, where U.S. visitors are seeking authentic, bespoke experiences beyond traditional domestic destinations.
Published: Wed, 15 Oct 2025 13:55:03 +0000
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In a world where travel is more accessible than ever, the most memorable trips are no longer about ticking boxes — they’re about creating your own. A tailor-made journey offers exactly that: a chance to explore at your own pace, follow your passions, and design every detail around what matters most to you.
Published: Wed, 15 Oct 2025 13:43:33 +0000
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The Hemingways Collection has acquired the eight luxury tents along the Njageteck River at Hemingways River Camp Mara (nee Richard’s River Camp) to their roster of luxury retreats in East Africa. In addition to River Camp Mara, Hemingways has also acquired Hemingways Retreat Kigali.
Published: Wed, 15 Oct 2025 12:17:42 +0000
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Specialist adventure operator Explore Worldwide is delighted to announce a new partnership with Incredible Journeys, enabling Travel Agent partners to book Explore’s full range of small group adventures as part of a wider tailor-made offering. This collaboration allows agents to combine Explore tours with flights and pre- and post-stay arrangements — all within one fully commissionable, ATOL-bonded package.
Published: Wed, 15 Oct 2025 07:03:27 +0000
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Sofitel, the pioneer of French luxury hospitality, has unveiled the completed transformation of Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile, its flagship Canadian property for over two decades. The revitalized hotel ushers in a new era of refined hospitality, blending timeless Parisian elegance with the creative energy of Montreal.
Ideally located on Sherbrooke Street in the heart of Montreal, the hotel is just steps away from luxury boutiques, gourmet restaurants, and the city’s most popular attractions, such as Mount Royal and Montreal Museum of Fine Arts. The launch of the refurbishment, coinciding with the 60th anniversary of Sofitel in 2024, reflects the brand’s continued commitment to dynamic and elevated luxury under the visionary leadership of CEO Maud Bailly. The completed multi-phase refurbishment marks a milestone in Sofitel’s global repositioning, reaffirming its brand heritage while embracing a bold new future.
Published: Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:55:40 +0000
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Cathay Pacific is set to enhance its inflight experience by extending complimentary Wi-Fi access to Cathay Gold members across all cabin classes starting 15 November 2025. This initiative builds on the airline’s ongoing commitment to seamless connectivity in the skies and will soon include all Cathay members travelling in Premium Economy by the end of the year. The announcement follows the carrier’s continued investment in digital convenience and inflight comfort, making Cathay Pacific one of the few global airlines to offer both full-seatback entertainment and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout its fleet.
Published: Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:52:03 +0000
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Iqaluit, Nunavut - Arctic Kingdom has announced the launch of its newest small-group itinerary, Northern Lights Odyssey, an eight-day journey through some of Canada’s most breathtaking aurora-viewing destinations. Designed for light adventurers, the itinerary blends authentic cultural experiences, northern comfort, and spectacular aurora viewing in Iqaluit, Nunavut, and at Blachford Lodge in the Northwest Territories.
Published: Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:50:23 +0000
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Starting this month, travelers from Frankfurt can also enjoy the latest Lufthansa Allegris cabin and look forward to exceptional comfort in all travel classes. Lufthansa is using its new ‘Dreamliners’ with state-of-the-art cabins for this purpose. The first Allegris flight from Frankfurt to Toronto, Canada, takes off today. Starting with the winter flight schedule, Rio de Janeiro, Bogotá, Hyderabad, and starting in December, Austin (Texas) will also be served from Frankfurt with Allegris.
Published: Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:22:30 +0000
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Virgin Atlantic and Virgin Atlantic Holidays today launch ‘Free to Be Me’ - a proposition designed to make holidays more inclusive for LGBTQ+ travellers via trained LGBTQ+ holiday planning experts, informative destination guides and Pride Certified hotels.
Published: Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:19:09 +0000
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Rocco Forte Hotels is pleased to announce the appointment of four new General Managers, with the Managing Director of Northern Italy leading the opening of the brand’s newest property, The Carlton Milan. The appointments across the group’s landmark hotels, including Hotel de La Ville, Hotel Amigo, Hotel Savoy, and The Charles Hotel, reflect the brand’s continued commitment to operational excellence and guest experience, and support its development.
Published: Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:17:45 +0000