Starfish Travel Corporation Team

A new digital transformation platform for Aer Lingus has been announced by Datalex plc. Datalex will grant Aer Lingus complete access to its product suite through this platform, enabling faster transfer of current products while also enabling future product delivery. This latest partnership renewal follows Datalex’s previously announced comparable long-term renewals in 2023 with Air China, Air Transat, JetBlue, and Edelweiss. The firms also announced the continuation of their long-standing cooperation for an additional 5 years. Dublin-based Aer Lingus is a member of the International Airlines Group (IAG). With a digitally empowered value offer, Datalex’s software will support and strengthen Aer Lingus’s customer-focused brand. The renewal is a historic deal since it contains a program for digital transformation that is compatible with Aer Lingus’s larger digital goals. Additionally, the agreement states that value will be created for both businesses through a combination of transaction and license models that take into account the value that Datalex adds to Aer Lingus. Aer Lingus will have access to the most recent Datalex cloud-based platform products and capabilities thanks to Datalex. Improvements to the self-service options available on www.aerlingus.com and the airline’s mobile apps are among the other product improvements. All of these improvements will guarantee ongoing scalability and dependability, as well as a constant focus on removing obsolete technology in favor of a system that is future-proof. In order to achieve a completely connected customer experience, this will also serve as the foundation for the future toward an Offers & Orders transition pathway, minimizing dependency on legacy technology while prioritizing new scalable solutions. Dave O’Donovan, Chief Digital and Information Officer & Head of Business Transformation at Aer Lingus, commented on the partnership renewal signing at the company’s headquarters in Dublin: “Datalex continues to be a vital cog in the Aer Lingus digital transformation engine. Aer Lingus will be able to continue to enhance and hone our end-to-end digital customer experience thanks to Datalex’s scalable product portfolio. To ensure that our customers may swiftly and simply self-serve on the channel of their choosing, this is a crucial component of our mission. Datalex CEO Sean Corkery commented on the partnership extension, saying: “This is a milestone in our cooperation with Aer Lingus as we provide a comprehensive digital transformation strategy to long-term future-proof one of our longest-standing airline customers. With a transaction model now in place, both businesses will be completely aligned in pursuing digital development, and we will both profit from it. We anticipate playing a crucial role in this effort of digital transformation. Source- travel daily

To promote future expansion of its Tours & Activities sector, TUI Group, one of the top travel companies in the world, has announced changes to the TUI Musement executive team. Former TUI Musement Chief Business Officer Nishank Gopalkrishnan has been promoted to Chief Commercial Officer, where he is in charge of all B2B strategic alliances for distribution and international product supply. One of the Musement co-founders and former Chief Supply Officer Claudio Bellinzona has made the decision to leave TUI, but he will still assist the company as an outside advisor and collaborate with the TUI Musement leadership team on different new growth opportunities. “Since joining TUI in 2018, Claudio has been a vital member of our leadership team and has had a significant impact on our strategy and culture. I’m thrilled he’ll continue to work with us as an external advisor to support further business success. I am eager to follow his future business endeavors as well. Peter Ulwahn, the chief executive of TUI Musement, the TUI Group’s Tours & Activities subsidiary, said. The moment has come for us to take our business to the next level, and B2B is a key emphasis area. We have recovered from the pandemic, are growing quickly, the integration of Musement is complete, and TUI is established as a leading player in the Tours & Activities industry. We will be more focused, nimble, and effective in delivering better products, solutions, and services to our entire partner ecosystem by combining our partnership professionals into a single B2B commercial team. One of TUI Musement’s fastest-growing segments is B2B, which contributes about 50% of the company’s revenues through distribution agreements with some of the biggest travel companies in the world. Nishank will be the manager of a new commercial team that brings together all coworkers in charge of managing connections with distribution partners, including OTAs, airlines, and hotels, as well as those in charge of managing product supply by collaborating with attraction and activity providers all over the world. The commercial team will promote partner ties across supply and distribution and encourage more alignment amongst B2B stakeholders as they lead the efficient portfolio development of pertinent own and third-party experiences. Greater internal synergies will aid in the development of more efficient procedures to deliver quicker outcomes, produce more value, and offer a better overall partner and customer experience. “When you combine supply and distribution, you enable deeper comprehension and foster partner relationships, which always result in better outcomes.” Said Nishank Gopalkrishnan, the TUI Group’s Tours & Activities division’s Chief Commercial Officer. “We are a vital enabler in realizing the ambitious growth plans of our partners, both distributors and suppliers. TUI Musement is much more than a simple listing of things to do; together with our partners, we painstakingly craft and effectively share amazing travel experiences. TUI Musement offers a wide range of services to B2B partners, including call centers and in-destination services, API and white label distribution platforms, a curated portfolio of over 88,000 experiences, more than 1,000 multi-day tour itineraries, and 125,000+ transfer routes in more than 100 countries. Virginia Quintairos, Director of Business Development, and Olga Piqueras, Managing Director of Port Operations, will continue to oversee all commercial activities for Intercruises Shoreside & Port Services, TUI Musement’s B2B brand that specializes in cruise ground handling and port operations. Source- Travel daily

The management team for the Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay has been appointed. The pre-opening team for the opulent hotel, scheduled to open in 2023, will be managed by a group of senior hospitality specialists assembled by Hilton with extensive experience. With over 40 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Andreas Jersabeck, General Manager of the Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay, has worked with some of the most prestigious Hilton brands in the UK, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, including the renowned London Hilton on Park Lane, The Trafalgar London, Hilton Doha, Hilton Imperial Dubrovnik, Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus, Tokyo Bay Hilton, and Conrad Dubai. The Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay staff will benefit from Andreas’ strategic vision implementation and his enthusiasm for premium service. Andreas is a true global hotelier. Joost H.P.E. Folkers, director of operations, delivers strategic skills from a perspective of creativity, innovation, and crisis management. The Resorts of Hawaii, Maldives, and the Philippines to W San Francisco, Nikki Beach Worldwide, and a private member’s club in Hong Kong, Joost is a Dutch national and lifelong expat who has impressive experience spanning over 5 continents. He is currently working to conceptualize a seamless guest journey through the hotel’s food & beverage venues, the four-story spa, wellness activities, and external experiences. Ewoud Roosjen, a native of the Netherlands who now serves as Commercial Director, is a seasoned hospitality executive and a valuable addition to the staff at Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay. He built and maintained a global network of influential people in the travel industry while working at the Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam, which enabled him to make the future hotel launch a milestone in the GCC and one of the best luxury hotels in the world. The Executive Committee is strengthened by a group of passionate hospitality workers and eminent industry specialists who will guarantee that guests receive the most opulent service possible. Elias J. Ajaka and Sirena Di Martino, who both bring a lot of expertise via their knowledge of luxury lifestyle and food & entertainment standards, are appointed as directors of finance and human resources, respectively. They are both driven by motivation and zeal. German Executive Chef Thomas Jakobi has more than 30 years of culinary expertise in prestigious 5-star hotels in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, including, to name a few, the Hilton Tokyo, Six Senses in Thailand, and Hideaway Zighy Bay in Oman.  Thomas will infuse the hotel’s hospitality with innovation, creativity, and vigor. His goal is to make the Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay a must-visit location in Qatar’s culinary landscape by ensuring that each dining concept has its own distinct personality. ‘Quintessence’, which for Chef Thomas represents thoughtful consumption through the use of seasonal, sustainable, and local ingredients, may be used to sum up both his cooking philosophy and approach. Giuseppe Soccio, who has been named Director of Food & Drink, is a highly experienced professional with more than 17 years of experience in the field. In Italy and the GCC, he has established a reputation for producing outstanding outcomes for a variety of famous hotel chains, including The Ritz Carlton and Four Seasons, as well as hospitality organizations like Zuma and Nammos, winning numerous awards in the process. Giuseppe will utilize his skills and knowledge to improve the dining experience for customers with his meticulous attention to detail and capacity for team leadership and motivation. Nazley Mohamed, who serves as the spa’s director, has an impressive background and more than 20 years of experience in the thriving wellness sector. Her professional history includes noteworthy employment with prestigious companies like Mandarin Oriental and Anantara as well as significant properties like The Chedi Muscat and Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi. She is a capable, results-driven leader who is ready to oversee the opening of the Waldorf Astoria Spa with a ground-breaking wellness journey that combines tradition and cutting-edge technology to produce a singular and exceptional experience that raises the bar for the sector. “We are delighted to welcome this highly competent and talented team to the Waldorf Astoria family,” said Andreas Jersabeck, General Manager of Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay. “Their expertise and passion will enable us to provide the highest levels of service to our guests and establish ourselves as a leading luxury hotel in Qatar.” The Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay will provide breathtaking views of the Arabian Gulf and bring an aspirational New York state of mind to the area. It is a new, contemporary reflection of the illustrious legacy of the Waldorf Astoria New York. The hotel’s 283 opulent guest rooms and suites, 50 opulent apartments, remarkable roster of world renowned dining establishments, state-of-the-art wellness center, and sumptuous 4-story spa elevate Qatar to the status of a premier culinary and wellness destination. Source- Travel daily

There are various ways to travel sustainably and still see remote parts of the world, from volunteering in the local communities you visit to selecting eco-friendly travel companies when making travel arrangements. This year’s World Tourism Day was centered on the need for increased green investment in the travel and tourism sector, which includes fostering environmentally conscious, ethical, and easily accessible travel. “Holidaying sustainably means being mindful of our carbon footprint, supporting local economies, and respecting the cultural heritage of communities around the world,” explains Natalie Quiney, Content and E-commerce Manager at Co-op Holidays. We can dramatically lessen the influence we have on the places we visit by making a few minor changes to the way we travel. Natalie has provided her top five suggestions to assist vacationers in thinking about how they might travel more mindfully: Select eco-friendly lodging and cruises When choosing your holiday destinations, pick hotels and cruise lines that have a strong emphasis on sustainability. A growing number of lodging establishments are making the decision to use eco-friendly practices, reduce trash, and help the neighborhood. Travelers can frequently check their websites for sustainability policies, which should indicate whether the hotel or cruise has been accredited by reliable agencies, like The Green Globe Certification, allowing you to make sure before you go. You can support responsible tourism practices that lessen your vacation’s impact on the environment by including this as one of your criteria when choosing your lodging. Take part in conservation initiatives Keep a look out for possibilities to participate in conservation initiatives when visiting new places, or perhaps think about making this the main focus of your vacation. Activities like coral reef preservation, rainforest replanting, and wildlife rehabilitation are available in numerous places all over the world. You may both benefit a nation’s ecosystems and local communities by incorporating these activities into your vacation plans and have an absolutely unforgettable experience. Get involved in your community. Connecting with local cultures and communities is one of the most enriching elements of travel, and the best way to achieve this is by interacting with locals and their businesses. You can learn more about your location while also boosting its economy by eating the local food, taking part in cultural events, and helping on community projects. In collaboration with regional businesses, Co-op Holidays offers a variety of touring vacations that are geared toward letting visitors fully experience the places they go. This entails visiting UNESCO World Heritage sites to learn more about the history of various regions, collaborating with local partners to find excursions that let you cook alongside people using locally sourced ingredients, and much more. Eliminate paper from documents. Choose paperless documentation whenever possible to embrace the digital age of travel. Examples include electronic boarding passes, trip itineraries, and e-tickets. This can lessen the demand for printed documents, saving trees and cutting down on waste. Additionally, it can facilitate and expedite your travel by enabling you to obtain crucial information directly from your phone. Choose a service provider that gives back. Selecting a travel company that gives back can result in more sustainable and ethical travel, help local communities, and promote the preservation of cultural and natural assets. Every time a traveler uses Co-op Holidays, we donate to our charity partner Go Beyond and plant a tree through our sustainability partner Ecologi. With a tree planted for each traveler on a Co-op Holiday, Ecologi runs Gold Standard or Verified Carbon Standard carbon reduction programs all around the world, including reforestation. To date, we’ve helped our customers offset their carbon footprint by planting about 11,000 trees, and we’ve also taken over 100 kids and teenagers on excursions through Go Beyond so they may experience new things. This implies that our members can contribute to accomplishing good deeds collectively by selecting Your Co-op Travel. source – Travel daily

More than 5 million people have used Wizz Air to travel from London Gatwick to 26 locations in 16 countries, according to the airline, which is happy to reveal that it is also the airline with the fastest growth in Europe and the most environmentally friendly in the world. On a trip from Faro Airport to London Gatwick this week, the 5 millionth traveler was greeted with a €200 gift card. With Wizz Air operating 20 flights each day from London Gatwick, including daily flights to Athens, Faro, Nice, and Tel Aviv, this milestone comes at the end of the summer travel period. The airline just announced two new routes from London Gatwick to Hurghada in Egypt and Prague in Czechia, which will begin on October 31st in addition to the existing lines from Gatwick. Wizz Air’s operations at London Gatwick are thriving, having transported more than 2.7 million passengers in the past 12 months, an increase of 131% from the previous year. Wizz Air has also boosted the number of flights from London Gatwick by 133%, and the airline now has over 170 employees working out of its Gatwick hub. This summer alone, Wizz Air handled more than 4 million passengers in the UK from its 8 airport hubs, including London Gatwick. “We’re incredibly happy to celebrate the milestone of welcoming 5 million passengers at London Gatwick,” said Marion Geoffroy, managing director of Wizz Air UK. This accomplishment is a reflection of the hard work of our entire team and the confidence our customers have in us. We are still dedicated to giving customers a seamless and great travel experience, and we look forward to continuing to do so from London Gatwick in the future. We will keep providing clients with the greatest low-cost travel options by growing our team at Gatwick and launching our new routes. As consumers traverse the globe, we look forward to extending our cooperation with London Gatwick and welcoming them. “We are thrilled to see Wizz Air welcome an astounding five million passengers to London Gatwick,” said Stephanie Wear, VP of Aviation Development at London Gatwick. It is evidence of Wizz Air’s tremendous recent growth and performance at London Gatwick, and we eagerly await the next five million. Wizz is an important local employer, and we are eager to watch them expand with the introduction of two more new routes in October. Source- Travel daily

The first of its type in the Kingdom, the UEFA Champions League card portfolio was introduced by the Saudi National Bank (SNB) and Mastercard, the official sponsor of the UEFA Champions League. It offers cashback credit cards and prepaid cards without annual fees. With the help of Mastercard, the official partner of the UEFA Champions League, football fans can now access customized solutions and benefits to connect them to their passion and love for the game. This new launch was in line with SNB’s commitment to provide innovative and comprehensive payment solutions and within its ongoing efforts to achieve one of its strategic aspirations to be the “Best Bank in Customer Service.” “SNB holds a prominent position as a leader in the card business, offering a wide range of products including Cashback, LAK loyalty program,” said Saud Bajbair, Head of Retail market Group at SNB. SNB is still dedicated to launching new goods that support the goals and vision of the nation, particularly those that support sports, youth, and wellness. The innovative product range that SNB and Mastercard are launching is the first of its kind in the kingdom and is a ground-breaking partnership, further highlighting SNB’s dedication to provide its customers with cutting-edge prospects. “For more than 25 years, Mastercard has used its priceless platform to link individuals with their passions. We are excited to work with our dependable friends at SNB to capitalize on this wonderful opportunity to bring consumers’ passion for the beautiful game to life. We are excited to announce today the debut of a genuinely creative and captivating product line that offers football fans an unmatched experience while also honoring the significant advancements the Kingdom is making in this admirable sport. MENA Central’s Adam Jones, Country General Manager, Mastercard As part of its ongoing efforts to create alternative programs and services that satisfy the financial needs of its clients, particularly the younger generation, the bank is launching the new card as a supplement to the sophisticated services it offers to those customers. In addition to receiving many exclusive benefits, such as chances to win UEFA Champions League match tickets, the smart payment plan service, and exclusive deals and discounts at global partner stores involved in the program, the Mastercard UEFA Champions League credit card enables its holders to earn cashback on all purchases. Additionally, it allows access to airport lounges globally with the Mastercard Travel Pass and travel insurance coverage. The Mastercard UEFA Champions League Prepaid Card comes with enticing perks like earning “LAK” Loyalty Program points for all purchases, the opportunity to win UEFA Champions League match tickets, and exclusive discounts at international partner outlets. These benefits are available to all customer segments. Customers can apply for the card immediately by visiting the closest branch or via the AlAhliOnline or AlAhliMobile applications. Source- Travel daily

According to Alipay, the top digital payment and service platform, as Chinese tourists continue to travel abroad, the average amount spent by outbound Chinese tourists during the first five days of the 2023 China National Day holiday, from September 29 to October 6, has surpassed that of 2019. When Chinese visitors travel abroad, shopping is still one of their favorite pastimes. The purchase of goods, such as skincare products and duty-free items, surpassed spending on all other activities as the period’s largest Alipay expenditure. The second and third highest spending categories, respectively, were lodging and food and beverages. Chinese travelers are increasingly using Alipay’s range of digital travel services to enhance their trip experiences in addition to using the app to pay for goods and services. Currency exchange, Coupon Hub, tax return, and transportation were the most popular services among Alipay users over the first five days of the Holiday. Particularly, compared to the same period in 2019, the volume of transactions involving transportation increased by 16 times. With the help of its partners across the world, Alipay now offers a full range of travel services to Chinese visitors traveling outside of China, including the ability to book hotels and plane tickets as well as other services like food delivery, taxi services, in-store payments, and tax refunds. In more than 2,000 cities outside of the Chinese mainland, Alipay users can order a taxi. Major retailers in France, Italy, and Spain are offering an additional 20% tax refund to their customers during this vacation. The Coupon Hub features deals from brands in most destinations, some of which are only available to Alipay customers. Chinese tourists of all ages embrace digital technology for travel preparation and prefer mobile payments, with an overwhelming 84% anticipating using mobile payments like Alipay, according to a recent survey on Chinese outbound tourism. Chinese consumers prefer mobile payments over cash (55%), citing the simplicity and safety of mobile payments over cash (56%), discounts and other value-added services offered (60%), and transparency and advantageous exchange rates (60%). Chinese tourists also favor individualized services like exclusive deals and shopping guidance in Chinese (83%). According to a study done by the Centre for Sustainable Finance Innovation at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, local businesses hoping to attract Chinese tourists may need to prepare for Chinese mobile payment methods and think about providing other value-added services specifically designed for Chinese tourists. Based on overall Alipay purchases, the top travel locations this year mostly held true to those from prior significant holidays. Geographically nearby Asian locations like Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Singapore, and Malaysia continued to lead the list, as did European nations like France and Italy. However, compared to the same period in 2019, there was a large increase in Chinese tourists’ Alipay spending in less popular locations like Estonia and Qatar, suggesting a change in travel tastes. Alipay is an Alipay+ partner e-wallet. Alipay+ was developed by Ant Group as a collection of international mobile payment and marketing solutions. It now integrates with roughly 30 top e-wallets. The program now links tens of millions of merchants globally to more than 1.4 billion payment accounts in Asia and beyond thanks to its recent expansion onto the Chinese mainland. When utilizing their chosen payment methods while traveling abroad, customers benefit from easy payment and a wide selection of promotions. Up to 200% more daily transactions were made by foreign tourists entering China between September 29 and October 6 using the 10 Alipay+ partner e-wallets (AlipayHK, mPay, Hipay, OCBC, Changi Pay, Touch ‘n Go eWallet, TrueMoney, Kakao Pay, Naver Pay, and Toss Pay). Source- Travel daily

The opening of ibis Styles Goa Vagator, a new hotel in Goa, has been announced by InterGlobe Hotels in collaboration with Accor. The 142-room hotel, which is tucked away amongst historic forts, picturesque beaches, and the most popular tourist destinations in North Goa, offers a genuine Goan ambiance mixed with whimsical and vivid decor. Ibis Fashions The second ibis Styles hotel in Goa, Goa Vagator is a resort-style hotel with a colorful theme of pastel hues infused with local culture for a distinctive interior design. The resort offers a fusion of historical elegance and modern conveniences and is ideally situated within a short ride from Goa MOPA airport, in close proximity to Goa’s best nightlife, renowned restaurants, and most popular cafés. With its unique “Sweet Bed” for a night of restful sleep, attentive service from hotel staff who go above and beyond, and comfort food that will tempt your taste buds, ibis Styles Vagator assures visitors of an enjoyable stay. The hotel is the ideal retreat for tourists wishing to discover Goa, whether they plan to explore the city or just unwind. Additionally providing a restaurant open all day, a fully stocked gym, an amphitheater, an outdoor pool, unrestricted Wi-Fi, and access to cable channels in each guest room. The restaurant “Spice It” offers the most extended breakfast hours, from 4 a.m. to 12 p.m. Offering up to 100-person capacity conference and banquet rooms that are contemporary and fashionable for those looking to commemorate a unique occasion or event. The conference room with views of the garden is the ideal setting for sizable social gatherings, business functions, and team-building activities. Ibis Styles Goa Vagator, a hotel opened by InterGlobe Hotels, showcases modern art and artists with carefully chosen works in its exquisitely decorated rooms and public spaces. The curated art, images, and photography by up-and-coming artists are complemented with wallpaper reproductions in the chic rooms, which contrast with the artists’ original works on exhibit in the lobby. The hotel’s contemporary and cheery décor, which were influenced by Goa’s vibrant culture, will undoubtedly create a creative atmosphere for visitors to enjoy in every nook and cranny.  JB Singh, President & CEO of InterGlobe Hotels, commented on the event, saying, “I am thrilled to announce the grand opening of our 2nd ibis Styles in Goa and 23rd ibis in India. This top-notch hotel offers the newest conveniences, well planned rooms, and modern public areas, all constructed to the highest standards. With an emphasis on giving the younger generation a top-notch design experience, ibis Styles Goa Vagator is precisely designed, like all of our properties around the nation, to appeal to the lifestyle tastes and goals of modern travelers. “We partner with the best designers to realize this vision, and the hotel serves as a tribute to our commitment to excellence and innovation. The ibis Styles Goa Vagator emphasizes design aspects that are cutting-edge, popular, and bright while still feeling welcoming to both locals and visitors. We elevate the bar for hospitality and reaffirm our status as the nation’s leaders in hotel design with each new hotel. With art at the center of our design philosophy, we are extremely proud to assist up-and-coming artists by featuring their custom-made original works at ibis hotels and nurturing a thriving artistic community. “This newest member of the ibis family marks a significant milestone in our ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional hospitality,” said Puneet Dhawan, Senior Vice President of Operations—Accor India & South Asia. The hotel offers a unique and immersive experience catered for business and leisure travelers alike as it anticipates a significant influx of both domestic and foreign tourists this season. The hotel emphasizes establishing a family-friendly environment and features striking design elements and an inviting ambiance.  The ibis Styles Goa Vagator is innovative and eclectic, with a setting that inspires you to roam around in style, according to Kedar Dighe, Cluster GM, ibis Styles Goa Vagator & Calangute. Additionally, the location is fantastic, offering a vibrant nightlife, historical forts, charming cafes, and tranquil beaches, making it the ideal place for a leisure tourist to stay. The 142 contemporary and stylish guest rooms provide balconies and French windows so that visitors can take in the surrounding area’s natural splendor. The sophisticated gym, banquet space, poolside bar, and Spice It restaurant will all offer the ideal environment for rest and renewal.  As a special promotion to mark the opening, ibis Styles Goa Vagator has launched its unique “Pay What You Want” service. The promotion is only available to ALL – Accor Live Limitless Loyalty program members. Visit All.com or download the ALL mobile app to sign up for membership. Source- Travel daily

Travelers are overcome with longing for the fall and winter seasons when longer days and sunshine give way to amber colors and brisk air.  According to the Pinterest Predicts index, train travel is expected to make a comeback this year, with “train trip aesthetic” pins surging by a staggering 205%. In light of this, Rant Casino examined Instagram hashtag volumes to determine the most popular luxury train itineraries for the upcoming fall and winter. The Bernina Express from Switzerland, which takes you through an Italian winter wonderland over the Swiss Alps, is the most Instagrammed luxury journey. There is no way to overlook the breathtaking vistas of the snow-capped mountains with windows covering the full walls of this train. For this icy trek, there are 96,691 hashtags in total. In spite of this, a single adult standard ticket only costs about £56. Scotland’s Jacobite rail ride, widely famous as the train that carried Harry Potter to Hogwarts, comes in second. There are already 67,168 documented hashtags for this travel, which is ideal for a cozy autumnal ride. An adult standard ticket costs £57. Train crossing a bridge Medium confidence automatic description generation With 53,254 hashtagged images to capture the magic, the Bergen Line trip comes in third. The opulent train even searches for the northern lights on lengthy polar evenings as it takes you from Bergen to Oslo. The Rocky Mountaineer comes in second. 52,508 hashtags were used to describe Canada’s most picturesque train trip, which features panoramic windows that showcase the country’s greatest peaks in all their breathtaking splendor. The Glacier Express completes the top 5, providing stunning vistas of Switzerland’s snow-covered mountains, deep valleys, and clear lakes. With tickets costing about £152 each, the opulent ride across the alps has been documented 45,710 times on Instagram. The White Pass and Yukon, which connects Alaska to Canada, comes in at number 10 with a total of 14,500 Instagram posts. This trip is among the most expensive on the list, with prices starting at £115 per participant. If you’re lucky, this train travels nonstop through glacial rivers, waterfalls, and wildlife. Other well-known train routes include Norway’s Flam Railway (21,229), Thailand’s Death Railway (22,818), and The Blue Train (43,439), which offers some winter sun. Source- travel daily