Starfish Travel Corporation Team

 The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has launched the global campaign “Can’t Wait to Winter” under the destination brand Experience Abu Dhabi, promising an amazing experience with back-to-back events that cater to all interests – paired with the ideal weather. Whether you enjoy culture, sports, fine dining, extreme activities, or music, Abu Dhabi has put together a winter lineup that will have you looking forward to the colder months. Prepare to experience the enticing ‘Can’t Wait to Winter’ mood. The Chinese-American actress Liu Yifei, the Indian super star Ranveer Singh, and the renowned Gulf comedic team of Dawood Hussein and Hasan Al Ballam share their jam-packed itineraries bursting with culture, adventure, relaxation, culinary delights, and shopping in Abu Dhabi in the documentary “Can’t Wait to Winter.” The winter season is packed with exciting events on the Abu Dhabi Calendar, including the return of the NBA Abu Dhabi Games, Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, UFC Showdown Week, Hyperound K-Fest music festival, concerts by pop singers Robbie Williams and Arijit Singh, and productions of Hamilton and Disney on Ice. A range of adrenaline-filled days to enjoy include desert dune bashing, quad biking, indoor adventure hubs like CLYMB, Circuit X, and Adrenark, Snow Abu Dhabi, and the recently built SeaWorld Abu Dhabi. This winter promises excitement for thrill seekers and families alike. If you’re seeking for inspiration, you can explore Emirati legacy at Qasr Al Hosn and House of Artisans, immerse yourself in art and culture at the famous Louvre Abu Dhabi, or experience the essence of Abu Dhabi at Qasr Al Watan, where tradition and knowledge meet. Saadiyat Beach Club or one of Abu Dhabi’s numerous beautiful beaches are great places for anyone seeking tranquility and leisure to decompress. Enjoy a private vacation to Nurai Island for a little more peace and quiet or kayak through the mangroves at sunrise. Source- Travel daily

As the summer months come to an end, the travel season at Eurowings continues: for anyone who still has a few vacation days left in the winter of 2023–2024, Germany’s largest airline is offering a varied portfolio that includes fascinating winter landscapes in Scandinavia, sunny locations far from Europe, and exciting metropolises. In particular, Eurowings is increasing its flights to the increasingly well-liked green features in northern Europe. Whether in Troms, Norway, Rovaniemi, Finland’s Lapland, or Kuusamo, Finland, these locations are drawing an increasing number of outdoorsy travelers, winter sports fans, and nature lovers. A total of 105 locations are included in the winter flight schedule, including brand-new attractions like Dubai and Tel Aviv. You may book every route right now. The updated German routes BER: In the winter of 2023–2024, the airport in Berlin will serve five new cities: Dubai, Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, Rovaniemi in Lapland, Troms, and Innsbruck, Austria. Gothenburg, Helsinki, and Copenhagen are three of Northern Europe’s most beautiful cities, and Málaga, a Spanish seaside city, are now all reachable from Berlin with Eurowings in the winter (expanded from the summer flight schedule). DUS:In the upcoming winter, Eurowings will offer flights from the North Rhine-Westphalia state capital to Tel Aviv and the two Finnish cities of Ivalo and Kuusamo. Yerevan in Armenia is now reachable in the winter from Düsseldorf. HAM:A new destination is now available from Hamburg: Troms, a popular winter resort in Norway. HAJ:There are now flights from Hanover, one of Eurowings’ two new domestic bases in Germany, to Hurghada in Egypt as well as Gran Canaria and Tenerife in the Canary Islands. CGN:Starting today, Eurowings will also offer winter flights to Edinburgh, the ancient capital of Scotland, from the cathedral city on the Rhine. NUE: Eurowings is extending its winter flight schedule from Nuremberg, the second new German hub, to include links to Gran Canaria and the Egyptian destinations of Hurghada and Marsa Alam. STR:From Baden-Württemberg’s state capital, the airline will fly to one brand-new, warm location: Dubai. Bucharest (Romania) and Tirana (Albania) are now accessible with Eurowings from Stuttgart throughout the winter. new links from the European bases of Eurowings Berlin, Hamburg, Hurghada, Gran Canaria, and Tenerife are all brand-new from Graz. Agadir and Geneva are fresh from Prague. Amsterdam and Marsa Alam are brand-new from Salzburg. Stuttgart and Beirut in Lebanon are recent arrivals from Stockholm. Source- Travel daily

Centara Hotels & Resorts is thrilled to present a selection of alluring exclusive offers and benefits designed just for The 1 Members via the The 1 platform. These exclusive offers cover a range of activities, including scrumptious dining choices, hotel stays, soothing spa treatments, and more as part of Centara’s continued commitment to improve the client experience.  There are two main categories for these privileges: “Free” and “Points.” While the “Points” category specifies the quantity of The 1 points needed to unlock a certain perk, the “Free” category provides immediate access to the benefit without the requirement for any point redemption. The benefits are conveniently saved in the “Coupons” area of The 1 APP after being redeemed for usage at the relevant Centara property. When customers visit Central department shops, Central shopping centers, and The 1’s partners, they may quickly accrue points and exchange them for fun incentives. The 1 APP makes sure that members are pampered with a variety of special deals from Centara Hotels & Resorts through its website, including a sumptuous international and seafood buffet on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao Bangkok for only 10,990 points, a relaxing 30-minute Neck & Shoulder massage at Cenvaree Spa at Centara Udon for 1,000 points, or a tranquil getaway to COSI Samui Chaweng Beach Source- Travel daily

A £90 million refinancing deal has been concluded by Travelex, a market leader in the field of international travel money services. This arrangement will support the company’s further growth. The £90 million facility has a five-year term. It will be used to pay off the current £50 million term loan facility, redeem £12 million in New Money Notes and stapled equity, and provide capital for company investment. While its wholesale banknotes business serves central banks and significant financial institutions around the world, Travelex’s card and cash-based retail business operates more than 1,100 bureaux and 900 ATMs in over 20 countries. Travel demand, especially in emerging markets, is now 88.2% of pre-Covid levels, and Travelex is working to increase investment in both its digital transformation and future product innovation. Travelex is also working to expand its retail offering and forge new wholesale relationships. Travelex has recently introduced a number of new products, including the retail FX industry’s first ATM click-and-collect product and a new automated currency kiosk at Heathrow, in addition to expanding its pre-paid Travel Money Card in the UK and Japan. Over the past 18 months, Travelex has also opened dozens of new bureaux and created thousands of new jobs. The CEO of Travelex, Richard Wazacz, said: “We are pleased to have received this finance, which is a significant vote of confidence in both the business and our future goals. This finance will allow Travelex to take advantage of the numerous opportunities this presents given that the travel industry has recovered and market indicators indicate to strong growth for the foreseeable future. “The refinancing marks a significant point in the Group’s turnaround following the pandemic,” said Mike Rees, chairman of Travelex. The funding offers security and the freedom to focus on growth in a changing industry. Travelex received financial advice from PwC. Source- Travel daily

Don’t pass up the opportunity to play on the recently unveiled NSRCC Kranji 18-Hole Golf Course or benefit from the exclusive membership discounts created to strengthen family ties. We are excited to announce an upcoming Open House at National Service Resort & Country Club (NSRCC), Singapore’s top resort for golf fans and families looking for a peaceful getaway. scheduled for October 7th and 8th, 2023, at 10 Changi Coast Walk, from 10AM to 6PM. Two new products will be introduced at this event, appealing to both golf enthusiasts and those looking for quality family time amidst stunning natural surroundings. These products are designed to enrich the golf and country club experience. Discover Amazing Savings at the NSRCC Open House Event NSRCC offers a warm invitation to its Open House event at NSRCC Changi in honor of these appealing offerings. This occasion offers a chance to learn more about the Father & Son Campaign as well as an entertaining introduction to the club’s amenities. In addition to this exceptional offer, NSRCC is happy to offer members-only buddy discounts, a unique referral program, and a gift of a $300 eyeglass voucher upon successful registration. Seize the chance to take full use of the privileges, which include discounted golf lesson packages, priority golf reservations, preferred prices for all facilities and events, and a variety of other advantages. Come meet other golf lovers, make new friends, and enjoy the spirit of camaraderie that makes NSRCC a really special neighborhood. The Father & Son Campaign: Golf and Family Bonding at Their Finest NSRCC is proud to launch the Father & Son Campaign, a committed initiative focused at fostering and bolstering the relationships between fathers and sons, in recognition of the importance of family ties. As a result of this campaign, fathers who are already NSRCC members now have the extraordinary chance to suggest that their sons join at a whopping 50% discount. This offer goes even further by enabling fathers and sons to begin a shared membership adventure with the benefit of the sons receiving the same special pricing. This offer is only available to full-time National Servicemen (NSFs) or Operationally-Ready NSmen, and it extends an alluring invitation to play golf while strengthening family ties. A Fun-Filled Extravaganza for Everyone Experience the magic of NSRCC’s Open House, a day packed with treats suitable for people of all ages. Enjoy nostalgic delicacies like ice cream, hot dog buns, various pancakes, and popcorn chicken in the vicinity of the membership signup booth. The pleasure keeps coming with a wide variety of games, including mini golf courses set up by our golf academies, hoops on the sports courts, bowling, and many other enjoyable pursuits in our function area. The recently finished 18-hole golf course at NSRCC Kranji The freshly finished NSRCC Kranji 18-hole Gary Player golf course, which measures an incredible 6400 meters and was created to deliver a world-class golfing experience amidst stunning scenery, is one of the highlights of the NSRCC’s portfolio. Huge tracts of unspoiled swampland have been carefully preserved while new ponds, marshes, and waterbodies have been added and seamlessly woven into the design of the course to preserve the integrity of the natural environment. NSRCC Kranji is a location that combines the thrill of the game with the serenity of nature’s embrace, whether you’re an experienced golfer going for a hole-in-one or a beginning enthusiast looking to improve your skills. National Service Country Club Resort Set out on a riveting journey where superb golfing meets emotional familial ties. The eagerly awaited open house event is presented by NSRCC Singapore with excitement. Don’t pass up the chance to play on the recently unveiled NSRCC Kranji 18-Hole golf course or take advantage of special membership deals designed to foster closer family ties. For additional information, continue reading. Source- Travel daily

The world’s most important travel & tourism event, World Travel Market London, which takes place from November 6–8, 2023, at Excel London, is now accepting ticket reservations from the international travel community. The fact that organizers are making it possible for attendees to purchase tickets well in advance of this year’s event and have revealed a number of innovative and exciting improvements demonstrates the power of the tourism industry to alter the world. After doing extensive consumer research toward the end of last year, WTM London has announced a number of changes to enhance the attendee experience and guarantee that every member of the travel industry gets the most out of the event. This year, WTM London will open its doors an hour earlier than usual, at 09:30 am, allowing attendees and exhibitors to meet together on the spur of the moment. Visitors are encouraged to use the brand-new, open-to-all Community Hubs located in the show’s center, and on the opening day of the event, Monday, November 6, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm, ExCel London will host a Networking Party where everyone is welcome.  A big-name, motivational Closing Keynote is scheduled for Wednesday, November 8th, along with the introduction of a new VIP badge for top industry professionals. Buyers, VIPs, and media can book meetings via the show’s meeting booking tool, WTM Connect Me, when it returns in 2023. Additionally, everyone in attendance will have access to the official WTM App, which is back this year with exciting new upgrades.  Over the course of the three-day conference, eight themes will be covered in three parts. The eight conference themes—Sustainability, Technology, Geo-Economics, Emerging Markets, Consumer Trends, Marketing, Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) and Experience—are intended to inform, amuse, and influence the business decisions of the international travel community in order to help it succeed and thrive. Because influencers are becoming more and more crucial to the travel and tourism industry, content creators will be invited to a lunch with international destinations on November 8 in order to foster networking and partnership opportunities. Other changes include the return for a 17th year of the Ministers’ Summit at World Travel Market in Association with UNWTO and WTTC, which will be held on Day One, Monday, November 6, and brings together dignitaries from all over the world to discuss and ratify important tourism accords. The November show’s planned Tuesday, November 7 opening of its inaugural Diversity and Inclusion Summit will reinforce WTM’s conviction that the travel industry has the ability to inspire positive change in the globe.  The three-day show’s tickets are free through October 31; thereafter, they cost £45 per person. To ensure that visitors have enough time to plan and make the most of their stay, organizers encourage early booking. Source- Travel daily

Bookings for vacation rentals in Asia increased by 84% on Trip101 between 2022 and 2023. Additionally confirmed are travelers’ longer stays in Asia. Since before the epidemic, the average length of stay has increased by 20%. The popularity of vacation rentals among visitors to Asian countries is predicted to rise in the near future, with an 84% increase in 2023 from 2022, according to global travel media startup Trip101, which curates and recommends the world’s best vacation rentals and hotels. Along with the US, Asia also showed a rising trend for the typical number of nights rented by visitors in vacation rentals, reflecting the preferences of tourists. The number of nights increased by 0.5, or 20%, from roughly 2.5 to 3. The average booking value in Asia increased 20% from pre- to post-pandemic years, following the lead of the US and Europe. Given that it suggests consumers are willing to pay more for extended stays and improved experiences, this trend is positive. By making remote employment possible, the pandemic sparked a profound change in lifestyle and travel choices. People can now work from anywhere, giving them the freedom to adopt a more flexible travel style, fusing work and pleasure, and discovering new places while upholding professional obligations. As a result, new travel trends like workation, bleisure travels, and digital nomadism have emerged. Source- Travel daily

Less than 70 days remain until the start of the winter season at Aspen Snowmass, with Opening Day set for Thursday, November 23, 2023. Aspen Snowmass is looking forward to the upcoming winter season with big things on the horizon thanks to the reveal of a significant new terrain expansion on Aspen Mountain and the return of World Cup ski racing to our slopes. What’s new and notable at Aspen Snowmass for the next winter season of 2023–2024 is described below. Expansion of the Aspen Mountain Terrain: Heroes This winter, Aspen Snowmass will introduce a brand-new high-speed quad chairlift and terrain expansion on Aspen Mountain, boosting the mountain’s skiable area by more than 20%. The Silver Queen Gondola opened in 1985, and this expansion will be Aspen Mountain’s first substantial addition since then, adding 1,220 vertical feet and more than 150 acres of new chutes, glades, and trails. The new terrain and lift will be known as Hero’s in recognition of all people who have influenced Aspen Mountain and contributed to the project’s success, most notably Jim Crown, whose foresight and leadership made this ambitious extension possible. With its north-facing, high elevation terrain (all above 10,000 ft.), the expansion not only diversifies Aspen Mountain’s terrain mix and expands the amount of skiing available on the mountain’s top slopes, but it also serves as a practical buffer against future ski seasons that may be adversely affected by the climate. When there is less natural snowfall, this location works well for storing snow. When the weather permits, the terrain and lift will open this winter. Stifel Aspen Winternational in 2024 Men’s technical events for the 2024 Stifel Aspen Winternational will be held in Aspen Snowmass from March 1–3, 2024, marking the conclusion of the Audi FIS Ski World Cup circuit in the United States. Slalom and giant slalom competitions between international racers will take place on Aspen Mountain, and Aspen Snowmass will serve as the venue for viewing, ceremonies, and festivities related to the competitions as part of the Winternational celebration. More than 100 World Cup competitions for both men and women have taken place at Aspen Snowmass over the years, including the World Cup Finals in 2017 and the Stifel America’s DownhillTM downhill and super-G competitions last year. Since 1981, the Winternational competition has served as a mainstay of the Aspen World Cup ski racing, and this season’s competition will see the return of the winter festival custom. Claudia Comte’s ArtUP Partnership Has Been Announced The iconic artwork of Claudia Comte will be shown on the winter lift tickets and passes for 2023–2024, Aspen Snowmass has announced.Aspen Snowmass’s Art in Unexpected Places (ArtUP) program, which invites renowned artists to Aspen to create a limited-edition lift ticket and an opportunity to engage with Aspen’s local and international populations, is now in its 19th season running. The lift tickets for this season will feature five of Comte’s most recent pieces. New Chef, Menu, and Ambience at Alpin Room Chef Emily Oyer, formerly Executive Sous Chef at Cloud Nine, is welcomed to assume the helm at Snowmass’ Alpin Room and rethink the restaurant’s cuisine and character. A featured chef on the Food Network, Chef Oyer won Chopped in 2021 and took part in Beat Bobby Flay in 2022. Chef Oyer wants to infuse the ski-in, ski-out fine dining establishment with new warmth, vitality, and community because he sees food as a vehicle for human connection. The Alpin Room, tucked away in the center of Snowmass, opened its doors in the winter of 2021 and offers a thoughtful, handcrafted interpretation of home cooking from Alsace at a high altitude. A focus on locally sourced ingredients and simple comfort food with an elevated touch will characterize Chef Emily Oyer’s innovative take on Alps-inspired cuisine. Source- Travel daily

The 2024 edition of the AVPN Global Conference with the subject “One Asia, One Future” will be held in host city Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from April 23 to 25. AVPN is the largest network of social investors operating in Asia. It will be run in collaboration with Abu Dhabi. The Conference, the AVPN’s annual signature event, brings together the top funders, investors, philanthropists, decision-makers, and limited partners from around the world to mobilize funds for regional impact. To ensure that AVPN remains inclusive of the rich and diverse social impact sector across all of Asia, a new conference venue is chosen every year. The gathering builds on the success of the 2023 edition in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, which attracted over 1,300 participants from more than 40 markets and witnessed the introduction of numerous frameworks, papers, and projects, including a USD 3 million fund devoted to the mental health of young people. More than 1,500 social investors from around the world will gather at the three-and-a-half-day 2024 Conference in Abu Dhabi, which will also feature impact live demos, workshops, masterclasses, and other events. Plenaries and sessions during the conference will feature a diverse array of industry speakers. Experts from organizations including BlackRock, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, Khazanah Nasional Berhad, KKR, Temasek Foundation, and Piramal Foundation have previously been on the speaker lineups. According to the CEO of AVPN, Naina Subberwal Batra, “Asia as a region will need another 42 years to meet the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development based on current progress. The need for increased funding to handle Asia’s problems with food, energy, social issues, and the environment is becoming more urgent. The most urgent concerns in our region require immediate attention from the social investor ecosystem, and the AVPN Global Conference is the premier venue for fostering this through the “Continuum of Capital.” Source- Travel daily

Israel Tourism is happy to inform that Sussita has recently been added to the Holy Land Mass and Prayer booking system, joining the national parks of Caesarea Philippi, Kursi, Korazim, The Good Samaritan, and Avdat. According to information from the Christian Information Centre, which manages pilgrimage operations in the Holy Land, Israel used to host roughly 500,000 visitors annually, divided into 15,000 groups, before the pandemic. These groups, the vast majority of which are Catholic, attend daily Mass services while they are in the nation. In order to accomplish this, they reserve locations from among the several churches spread across the country utilizing an online reservation system that is open to all inbound tourism organizations. The Franciscan Custody, which manages the pilgrimage and is in charge of overseeing Christian activities in Israel and its neighbors on behalf of the Vatican, and the Israel Nature and Parks Authority have collaborated over the past few years as a result of the rise in pilgrims. Through this collaboration, a number of national park locations were recognized as Mass ceremony locations that pilgrimage groups could reserve in advance. These locations include the national parks of Caesarea Philippi, Kursi, Korazim, The, and Avdat. The sixth location on the list, Sussita, which opened to the public six months ago, joined this week. The town of Sussita has two locations set aside for prayers and Masses. One of them has a view of the Sea of Galilee and the “Evangelical Triangle,” which is made up of the Christian pilgrimage sites of Capernaum, the Mount of Beatitudes, and Tabgha. The second provides a bird’s-eye perspective of Mount Tabor, which is significant in Christian tradition as the site of the Transfiguration event, and the Jordan Valley. The Susita region, which includes the Sea of Galilee, has a close connection to Jesus’ life. It is essential to include the recently opened Sussita site on your schedule as you go around the Sea of Galilee. Sussita’s significance in Christian history is specifically mentioned in the following passages: “A city set on a hill cannot be hidden” (Matthew 5:14). The swine miracle (Matthew 8:28–34) The eight churches that were found during city excavations. “This addition is significant news for tourism agencies and groups looking to rejuvenate their pilgrimage experience by holding prayers and Masses at heritage and natural sites,” says Dr. Hagay Dvir, the INPA’s tourism product manager. These locations provide pilgrims with a powerful spiritual experience while telling the story of Christianity in the Holy Land. We cordially invite you to discover Sussita National Park’s captivating beauty, rich historical past, and spiritual resonance. Sussita provides a memorable experience for every visitor to Israel with its unmatched beauty, rich history, and proximity to the famous Sea of Galilee. To ensure the site’s preservation for future generations, there will be an entry fee starting on September 1st, 2023. “Israel is a country with a rich cultural, historical, and religious heritage, and is home to a variety of attractions that offer something for everyone,” said Sammy Yahia, Director of Tourism for India and the Philippines. Israel is a place that will not disappoint, no matter if you are interested in history, culture, nature, or just seeking a memorable experience. Source- Travel daily