US wellness economy now valued at $1.8 trillion, the largest wellness market in the world

 MIAMI, FL – The Global Wellness Institute (GWI), leading non-profit research organization for the global wellness industry, released new data on the United States’ $1.8 trillion wellness economy. According to the recent report, the US is the world’s leading wellness economy — twice the size of #2 ranked China at $790 billion. The US ranks #1 for nine out of eleven wellness sectors that GWI measures within the overall $5.6 trillion global wellness economy.

Tourism leaders from around the world will explore how entrepreneurship and innovation are transforming the global travel sector at ATM 2024

   

Arabian Travel Market 2024 will take place from 6-9 May at DWTC, with the theme: ‘Empowering Innovation: Transforming Travel Through Entrepreneurship’

·       The sold-out Travel Tech space at this year’s edition of ATM will be 56% larger than in 2023, with sector participation growing by a third, year-on-year

Cruise Lines International Association Industry Surges as UK and Ireland Hit New High with 2.3 Million Voyages

 The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) announced that in the past year, travelers from the UK and Ireland embarked on 2.3 million cruise vacations, exceeding the previous record. According to data released on April 17, 2024:

ONYX signs new Shama property in Thailand

ONYX Hospitality Group is expanding its Shama serviced apartments brand with the launch of its first Thai location outside Bangkok.

It unveiled plans for Shama Rayong, which will welcome guests from Q1 2026.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines and Port of Dover Team up to Offer Free Parking and Onboard Credits to Travelers

In partnership with the Port of Dover, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is extending a special offer: complimentary car parking for travelers booking a 2024 cruise departing from Dover between June and August. Additionally, those who reserve their voyage before April 30th will receive a bonus of up to £210 per person in onboard credit.

Hamad International Airport is named the World’s Best Airport for 2024

 

Doha’s Hamad International Airport has been named the World’s Best Airport 2024 in the World Airport Awards, held at Passenger Terminal EXPO in Frankfurt on 17th April 2024. Hamad International Airport also won awards for the World’s Best Airport Shopping and the Best Airport in the Middle East.

Radisson Hotel Group Launches Pramod Lands End Resort in Gopalpur, Odisha: A Hidden Gem by The Sea

 

Taking advantage of India’s burgeoning hidden gems, Radisson Hotel Group is excited to announce the opening of its inaugural hotel in Gopalpur, Odisha – Pramod Lands End Resort, a proud member of Radisson Individuals.

PATA targets big increase in travel agent engagement

 

Pacific Asia Travel Association UK & Ireland achieved record attendance at their travel agent training events in 2023, with 600 agents participating.

This year, PATA aims to further increase engagement for agents at its events across the UK and Ireland.

Dubai Airport says ‘stay away’ as epic rainstorm wreaks havoc

 

Dubai International Airport issued an urgent ‘stay away’ message to travellers as the region’s busiest air hub remained submerged in rainwater.

Heavy thunderstorms battered the UAE with large areas of deep flood waters.

IATA and Partners Release Aviation Net Zero Roadmaps Comparative Review

 

The International Air Transport Association (IATA), together with the Air Transportation Systems Laboratory at University College London (UCL), the Air Transport Action Group (ATAG), the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) and the Mission Possible Partnership (MPP), released the Aviation Net Zero CO2 Transition Pathways Comparative Review.