Trip.Biz simplifies business travel bookings

BANGKOK, 16 APRIL 2024: Trip.Biz, a rapidly growing digital travel management company under the Trip.com Group banner, unveils its all-new app, which promises to disrupt how businesses handle travel arrangements. In its introductory press statement, Trip.Biz says it is poised to revolutionise corporate travel management with its easy-to-use technology and extensive offerings while prioritising sustainability. Trip.Biz’s […]

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Abercrombie & Kent launch Peruvian riverboat tour

Abercrombie & Kent Travel Group had announded the launch of its new Peruvian riverboat. Set to embark on its maiden voyage in April 2025, the boat is the company’s first riverboat in South America, offering guests an extraordinary journey onboard an elegantly designed vessel into the region’s most secluded wonders. The name of this vessel […]

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Madeira to stage World Travel Awards Grand Final 2024

The leaders and figureheads of global travel and tourism will gather in the capital Funchal to find out who amongst them has been voted the industry’s best of the best. The red-carpet banquet will take place at Savoy Palace from Savoy Signature, and will mark the climax of WTA’s Grand Tour 2024, a global search […]

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Travel warnings issued for Middle East countries, including Egypt, Dubai, Jordan, Morocco, Oman and Tunisia

The Foreign Office has issued a fresh warning for travellers to the Middle East following an escalation of tensions in the region. On Friday (12 April), it updated its advice for multiple destinations including Egypt, the UAE (including Dubai), Jordan, Israel, Morocco, Oman and Tunsia. The Foreign Office (FCDO) said there was ‘rising tension between […]

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How DEI Helps Travel Advisors Better Serve Diverse Clientele: Travel Weekly

As the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) continue to draw attention around the globe, many suppliers and destinations are seeking to cultivate a more inclusive image. Travel advisors, meanwhile, play an important role as they seek the best travel options for a diverse clientele.  “It’s exciting to see how many travel professionals and […]

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My trip to Iraq was canceled, so why can’t I get my $7,590 back?

DEAR TRAVEL TROUBLESHOOTER: I paid $7,590 for a Modern Mesopotamia tour to Iraq through MIR Corporation for last fall. I also purchased insurance from AIG Travel Guard at a cost of $766, which offered 100% coverage for trip interruptions or cancellations. Just 14 days before the trip was supposed to start, I received a letter […]

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Iran attacks: How has air travel been affected?

Words by ITV News Producer Hannah Ward-Glenton Israeli airspace was closed over the weekend after the country was targeted by an Iranian drone and missile attack. Iran launched 170 drones, more than 30 cruise missiles and at least 120 ballistic missiles in an assault which set off air raid sirens across Israel on Saturday night. […]

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