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March 12, 2024
Happy Travel Tuesday, here are some the top trends in travel right now:
Two pilots are in trouble for both falling asleep with 350 passengers on board a flight to Jakarta.
Airbnb announced a ban on indoor cameras in rental properties (what took so long?) In addition to the indoor camera ban, the home sharing website also announced changes for noise decibel monitors.
Open For Business: Europe saw a huge travel recovery last year, with a 6.1% increase in travelers who spend a combined 500 million nights in lodging. For summer 2024, hotels are beginning to reopen their doors for the new season, with many announcing new offers to lure luxury travelers.. Il Sereno in Lake Como will open its season with a new Maserati, and the sleek Ernesto Riva self-driving boat.
Retro Revival:Travel brands are jumping in to the trend of nostalgia, and WorldMark by Wyndham recently launched a fun 90’s themed vacation package at the The Camlin in Seattle, Washington to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the film "10 Things I Hate About You", where the film took place.
Golden Egg Rental: Lindt is offering a one-of-a-kind stay in a rental home that is decked out with chocolates. The stay is one weekend only: Easter Weekend March 29-31, and you can win the stay by entering today on Lindt's contest website.
Private Jet Use On The Rise: Private jet use has increased over 20% since 2022, and there were 5.3 million private jet flights in 2022. Wheels Up has been a leader in this space, and recently shared the top spring break destinations they are flying too include: Napa, CA, Yosemite National Park, CA, Zion National Park, UT, Santa Fe, NM, Miami, FL, Savannah, GA, The Berkshires, MA and Newport, RI.
Luck of the Irish - There are 10,000 Irish Pubs in the world and Lost Irish Whiskey is looking to send you and a guest to any of the pubs around the world. Enter here. If you need destination inspiration, surprisingly Madrid has ranked as the top location in Europe to get a Stout, according to DFDS.
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The Travel Top 10
Tulip Experience Amsterdam, our favorite experience of the week!
Hotel of the Week 🏨: 🌴 Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort 🌴
Destination of the Week 🌍: 🗺️ Tokyo, Japan 🗺️
Experience of the Week 🎭: 🌷 Tulip Experience Amsterdam 🌷
Tour of the Week 🚶♀️: 🗿 Machu Picchu, Peru 🗿
Activity of the Week 🏄♂️: 🌊 Surfing in Bali 🌊
Best In-Room Dining 🏨: Equinox Hotels
Cruise of the Week 🚢: 🌅 European Waterways 🌅
Spa of the Week 💆♀️: 🧖♀️ Amangiri Spa 🧖♀️
Resort of the Week 🏡: 🌅 Resorts World Las Vegas 🌅
Restaurant of the Week 🍴: 🍽️ The Dining Room at the Urban Cowboy Lodge in the Catskills, NY
CRUISE NEWS
Cruise Line Caters To Solo Travelers
Setting Sail: The cruise industry continues to soar, and one operator noticed a surge of solo travelers booking cruises. Uniworld Boutique River Cruises is saw a 31% increase in solo voyagers from 2019 to 2023, with a remarkable 61% rise among female travelers. With this trend, Uniworld is keen to cater to this growing demographic by waiving Single Supplement charges on select itineraries for a limited time. Among the highlighted 2024 adventures are the enchanting 'Venice & The Jewels of Veneto,' offering an exclusive luxury river cruise experience in Venice aboard the S.S. La Venezia, the only cruise navigating the Venetian lagoon, and the 'Castles Along the Rhine,' which promises a quintessential cruising experience along the legendary Rhine River aboard the brand-new S.S. Victoria, among others. This initiative not only showcases Uniworld's dedication to enhancing solo travel experiences but also underscores the increasing appeal of solo adventures in the luxury travel sector. Learn More
AIRLINE NEWS
Turkish Airlines Heads To Melbourne
Melbourne, Australia
Turkish Airlines has now launched flights to Melbourne, marking its first foray into Australia and expanding its network to an impressive 346 destinations across six continents with a fleet of 450 aircraft. Beginning with a Saturday inaugural flight, the airline will offer three weekly trips from Istanbul to Melbourne, the most populous city in Australia, via a transfer at Singapore Changi International Airport. This move not only introduces special introductory fares but also establishes Turkish Airlines as the only European airline flying to Melbourne, enhancing trade and tourism between the two nations. Chairman Prof. Dr. Ahmet Bolat highlighted this milestone as a significant step towards connecting diverse cultures and strengthening the airline's presence in the Asia-Pacific, with Australia becoming the 130th country in its network.
GOLF COURSES
Best Courses In 2024
With Netflix’s Full Swing recently returning to the streaming platform, interest in golf continues to skyrocket to 2024. If you aren’t feeling like your local TopGolf is meeting your needs, many courses have begun renovations or new programs as the golf season gets underway including:
Saltleaf Golf Preserve: The newest course in Bonita Springs, FL course introduces a Raymond Floyd-designed 18-hole championship and a 9-hole short course. Unique for its natural immersion with no residential views, it also boasts a revamped driving range and clubhouse.
Cabot Citrus Farms: Opening in 2024 in Brooksville, FL, this 1,200-acre gem will offer two 18-hole courses, a 9-hole course, and an 11-hole par-3, all amidst dramatic elevation and ancient oaks. Expect luxury stays and dining in Florida's enchanting Nature Coast.
Streamsong Golf Resort: Central Florida's Streamsong presents top-tier golf with three U.S. Top 50 ranked courses by Coore/Crenshaw, Doak, and Hanse/Wagner. Its modern lodge offers luxury after the fairways, where elegance meets excellence.
Quail Lodge & Golf Club: In Carmel Valley, the revered Quail Lodge, known for its playability and pristine greens since 1964, offers a refreshed course by Todd Eckenrode in 2015. Features include unique bunkers, versatile short grass areas, and a Golf Academy by Katherine Marren. The “Stay and Play” package enhances its allure, along with tennis, pickleball, and the Land Rover Driving experience for non-golf adrenaline.
STAYING IN STYLE
Bermuda Launches “Splash Sale”
Island Getaway: Bermuda’s Tourism Board is making waves with the return of their annual Splash Sale, offering exclusive island-wide savings of up to 30% off on accommodations and select free night stays. A range of hideaways, from intimate boutique hotels for couples or solo travelers to beachfront resorts suited to accommodate groups, is available for getaways booked now through April 1, 2024. View the sale now on Bermuda’s website.
Upcoming Travel Calendar:
March 25 - In celebration of the upcoming Lunar Eclipse, RVshare is offering All-in-One packages that include a camping spot reservation and a fully equipped RV with full hookups, power, linens, bedding, and towels. The packages also feature additional amenities, both within the RV and across participating campgrounds, and start at $749 a night.
April 18 - New travel series from Conan O’Brien debuts on streaming service MAX. “CONAN O'BRIEN MUST GO” features Conan where he dives deep with listeners from around the world. Making stops in Norway, Thailand, Argentina, and Ireland, O’Brien surprises some of his most memorable fans while also taking in local culture, cuisine, and sights.
May 19-25 is National Travel and Tourism Week from U.S. Travel Association
May 23 - AirFrance debuts new service between Paris and Phoenix. The airline also announced a new partnership with triple Michelin-Starred French Chef, Dominique Crenn
May 24–26 - Cali Roots in Monterey, CA
Summer Olympics - This summer, Paris takes the center stage as host of the Summer Olympics and Paralympics. On Location, the official Hospitality provider for the Games, has special tourism packages to help visitors get in on the action.
Aug 15–17 - Park City Song Summit in Park City, UT
October 28 - The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and Questex announced today that registration is now open for this year’s The Hospitality Show (The Show), which will be held in San Antonio, Texas, from October 28-30. Attendees can register here. (While in San Antonio, check out one of our favorite hotels - the Hotel Emma!)
Bon Voyage! See you next Travel Tuesday!
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