Budapest Airport was declared the Overall Winner at the Routes Europe 2024 Awards and also secured the top spot in the 5-20 Million Passenger category. The awards ceremony, hosted in Aarhus, Denmark, honored five entities, recognizing their outstanding contributions to airport and destination marketing and the vital role of partnerships in sustainable route development. Alongside Budapest Airport, the winners included Turismo de Portugal, Athens International Airport, Albrecht Dürer Airport Nürnberg, and Jet2.com. Following their success, Balázs Bogáts, Chief Commercial Officer at Budapest Ai ..read more

Nancy Cadogan’s 2024 solo exhibition “Stanza” marks a personal odyssey spanning two decades of artistic creation on Lake Como. This collection features roughly 20 pieces, many conceived expressly for this showcase. Following her 2021 exhibit at the Keats-Shelley House Museum in Rome and her highly praised presentation at London’s Saatchi Gallery, “Stanza” continues to delve into themes of dreams, poetry, and moments of quiet reflection against the ever-evolving Como landscape. This exhibition, set in the historic Torre delle Arti Bellagio—a public art venue at the core of this lakeside town—i ..read more

Omanis rejoice as new Schengen visa rules offer frequent European travel opportunities, marking a significant milestone in cross-border mobility. On Monday, the European Union (EU) declared that it has begun issuing a five-year multiple-entry visa to citizens from the Sultanate of Oman and other Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states. This policy enables citizens from Oman to repeatedly enter the EU for the duration of the visa without needing to reapply. These visa holders will have the same travel privileges as individuals from countries that do not require visas for short stays. The ..read more

Gillian Mylles assumes the role of General Manager at The Resident Edinburgh, spearheading the hotel’s debut in the heart of Scotland’s capital. The 164-room establishment underwent a remarkable transformation, converting a 1960s eyesore into a model of sustainable redevelopment, now serving as a premier hotel destination. Operated by Resident Hotels in collaboration with Mactaggart Family & Partners, this Upper Upscale hotel marks the sixth addition to the esteemed “The Resident” brand within the company’s expanding portfolio. With a wealth of experience garnered from leadership roles wi ..read more

Ryanair expands its network with new flights from Katowice to Rome, Malta, Bari, Zadar, and Alicante, enhancing travel options and connectivity. Ryanair has recently expanded its operations at Katowice Wojciech Korfanty International Airport, located in Pyrzowice, Poland. The airline confirmed on March 5, 2024, that it would be adding an additional Boeing 737-800NG to its fleet at this base, bringing the total to three aircraft. Alongside this expansion, Ryanair also unveiled its plans to broaden its flight network, including the introduction of services to five new destinations starting in A ..read more

DesignMarch, Iceland’s premier annual design festival, will animate the northernmost capital in the world with a vibrant display of creativity and innovation from April 24-27, 2024. This year’s festival, themed “The Circus,” will celebrate the artistic interplay of chaos and balance throughout downtown Reykjavik. Over 100 exhibitions and 200 events will converge, featuring an array of designers, architects, and thinkers who are set to redefine what’s achievable. The festival’s highlight, DesignTalks, on April 24, promises a captivating exploration into the circus-inspired world of joy, beauty ..read more

The reputation of ABTA continues to resonate positively among consumers, highlighting its substantial influence in attracting business. This growing consumer trust is evident from the fact that an impressive 89% of individuals prefer booking their holidays with ABTA-affiliated companies rather than non-members. This preference is rooted in ABTA’s association with attributes such as trust, dependability, and expertise, as recent studies show these qualities are recognized by over 80% of the public. The value of being an ABTA member extends beyond reputation, as nearly half of the surveyed cons ..read more

ABTA and Seasonal Businesses in Travel (SBiT) are expressing their support for the recent recommendation by the European Commission to the Council to initiate discussions with the United Kingdom concerning a youth mobility scheme. Both groups have actively advocated for this initiative in both Brussels and Westminster. This potential agreement on youth mobility would simplify the process for young Britons to temporarily live, work, and study in Europe, generally for up to two years, without requiring a full visa, and similarly for young Europeans wishing to enter the UK. The travel sector has ..read more

As anticipation mounts, Sarawak is gearing up to showcase its business events sector at IMEX Frankfurt in Germany from May 14-16, 2024. The delegation is set to introduce cutting-edge solutions aimed at establishing Sarawak as a leading, influential business events hub within the ASEAN region. The theme of this year’s IMEX is ‘Impact,’ focusing on uniting the international events community to foster business relationships and develop strategies addressing major global challenges affecting society and the environment. Sarawak aligns perfectly with this goal, as its exhibit, themed ‘Business Ev ..read more

Eurostar, the high-speed European rail service, is actively preparing to shuttle both athletes and spectators to the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, with ticket sales already surpassing 415,000 across its routes. The rail service plans to host more than 2,000 athletes from four national teams: Great Britain, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany, as part of its Olympics effort. During the July to September period, Eurostar anticipates accommodating two million travelers heading to the Games. In anticipation of providing a top-tier experience for its passengers, Eurostar is ramping up ..read more