The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection expands its fleet with two newbuild superyachts, MO signs first hotel in Egypt and more...

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection expands its fleet with two newbuild superyachts
Thursday, 24th March 2022

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection announced the expansion of its fleet with the addition of two newbuild superyachts, Ilma and Luminara, slated to set sail in 2024 and 2025, respectively.

These superyachts will be constructed in collaboration with worldrenowned shipyard, Chantiers de l’Atlantique in Sant-Nazaire, France, with an option for additional vessels >>

2022 global travel trends report shows people are ready and eager to travel and booking trips with more purpose
24 Mar 2022 : Consumers are traveling to see the people and places they love, celebrate important life events, embark on wish list trips, experience in-person events, and to seek greater wellness and self-care >>

MO signs first hotel in Egypt
24 Mar 2022 : Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced a management agreement to rebrand the historic Shepheard Hotel in Cairo, Egypt, this will be the Group's first hotel in Egypt and further expands the brand’s portfolio in the region >>

News from around Asia Pacific
24 Mar 2022 : Hotel industry and travel news from around the Asia Pacific region: Swire JV acquires Xian Taikoo Li site, Singapore Tourism Board is seeking proposals to develop and operate an integrated tourism development in Jurong Lake and more >>

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The Next Generation of Technological Innovation in the Travel Sector
Thursday, 24th March 2022

Research shows that 72% of customers only engage with bespoke, personalised messaging. This is a clear example of how fundamental personalisation is in the customer experience space and where AI can offer huge value.

When analysing our customers’ biggest concerns when booking travel, they go to things like the time taken to research the best price, the time taken to research the best route and aligning flight and accommodation options >>

How Women are Creating Pragmatic and Supportive Solutions in Times of Crisis
In recent days Natalia Turcanu, head of the tourism authority of the Republic of Moldova, has offered an impressive example of successful female leadership in times of crisis >>

In case you've missed it: Global eNewsletter of March 23, 2022
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