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AI-Powered Trip-Matching Tool by Expedia Turns Instagram Reels Into Bookable Trips Image Credit: Expedia    Expedia’s new Expedia Trip Matching feature converts Instagram Reels to travel itineraries that can be booked. Expedia’s Trip Matching is a new tool that allows users the ability to create an itinerary directly from Instagram Reels and book them via Expedia. This innovative feature allows travelers who have a publicly accessible Reel related to travel with Expedia to receive personalized itineraries and destination suggestions based on that video content. Artificial intelligence is the technology behind this new tool. Expedia Trip Matching uses AI to transform social…

The British love of Mediterranean beaches will require more than just a TikTok craze. But latest figures show travellers are increasingly swapping Málaga for North Macedonia Benidorm was chosen for the Balkans in a “destination-dupe” social media trend.Flights from UK to Bosnia and Herzegovina The number of trips to Montenegro grew by 164%, while the number of trips to Albania increased by 284%. Getaways to Albania – billed by some as “the new Croatia” – rose by 61%, according to an analysis of Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) data.Experts say the appetite for lesser-known destinations is being driven by influencers promoting…

Mumbai – Indian Hotels Company (IHCL)The leading hospitality company in India continues to make a positive impact on waste management by using PaathyaThe ESG+ Framework, developed in collaboration with United Way Mumbai. We are guided by the ESG+ framework, a leading industry standard. PaathyaThe collaboration with the University of California, Berkeley, has allowed us to move beyond conventional waste disposal and create sustainable, scalable solutions which actively engage communities while driving positive environmental impact. The collaboration between United Way Mumbai This approach is demonstrated by combining innovative ideas, education and grassroots involvement, making waste disposal a community effort. We can…

Fabio Sangiovanni, executive chef at Six Senses Rome’s Notos Rooftop, has created a Mediterranean menu.The menu includes a selection of fresh cocktails and mocktails made with locally-grown herbs and freshly squeezed juices.Inspired by Six Senses Ibiza, the hotel will also introduce a live music series on its rooftop. Rome may be hot and crowded in the summer but that doesn’t stop me from loving the Eternal City. However, there are hotels that really make a difference. Trust me, I have lived in Rome and visit there at least once per year. same go-to tour guide as Jessica Alba.) We spent…

Celebrity chef José Andrés is breaking into the hotel sector with a branded hotel slated to open in Washington, D.C. The Bazaar House by José Andrés The hotel is set to open in Georgetown, the capital’s Georgetown district in 2027. The first branded hotel in the country. José Andrés GroupThe company is known for its 40 buzzy restaurants and has developed it through a strategic license agreement with a real estate firm Thor Equities. “No matter how luxurious you make a hotel, it’s four walls and it’s soulless, until you program the F&B,” said Sam Bakhshandehpour, who became global CEO…

Important Points In the Happy City Index Report by the Institute for Quality of Life (IQL), Singapore was ranked as the happiest East Asia city.The city-state received high marks for its economic prosperity, transparency of government, and quality education. Lion City’s vibrant culture, thriving local food scene and wide range of luxury hotels are also well-known. The word “happiness” can be subjective. What makes me happy, such as my dog, a sunny day at the beach, or a large bowl of pasta, may not make you feel the same way. There are a few universal truths that seem to bring…

Images from Pullman Brisbane King George Square Pullman Brisbane King George Square is thrilled to introduce their newly appointed GM, Dominic ‘Nic’ O’Donnell, to the team. O’Donnell has over 20 years experience in the tourism and hospitality fields. He is known for leading transformational initiatives, driving innovation, and fostering a culture that values excellence and customer satisfaction. O’Donnell also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business and has completed the Entrepreneur Leadership Program. He is also a CRASE (Cornell Restaurant Administration Simulation), a CHESS (Competitive Hotel Education Simulation), as well as a Certificate series in Executive Leadership. O’Donnell has worked for…

The vast glass palace of Great Yarmouth is a sign of regeneration. Winter Gardens is being refurbished The ornate Cafe 1903, located next to the Hippodrome, is always busy. But the booming tourist industry from the Edwardian period is long gone. Local historian Roger Silver says that when Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show visited in 1903, a tent could hold 5,000 people. The Bass Brewery took 10,000 workers from Burton upon Trent on a trip to the brewery a couple of year earlier. It took sixteen trains.”It is not a coincidence that the same number visited the Italian mountain village…

Nobleman Hotel Image Credit Jonathan Zizzo    A historic firehouse in Fort Worth’s Near Southside, Magnolia Avenue, has been converted into the Nobleman Fort Worth. It is a new Tapestry Collection Hotel by Hilton. And the Duchess restaurant, which is run by a chef. The property was developed by Jeff Blackman, of Bedford Lodging. It features 153 rooms and suites. The Nobleman Fort Worth is a part Tapestry Collection By Hilton and has announced its opening on the Near Southside of Fort Worth and Magnolia Avenue. The hotel and the restaurant are seamlessly integrated into the original historic facade of No.…

They were dancing on the streets of Castelvetro di Modena. In mid-September, the Sagra dell’Uva festival, or grape festival, was held in the town. In the north of Italy, there are many grape festivals. Emilia-RomagnaThe latest vintage of Lambrusco was being picked, pressed and fermented by the winemakers. Lambrusco is a red sparkling grape wine produced for centuries.  On that evening, in Castelvetro, the queues for bars snaked their way through the dancers on main square. As a giant disco light sprayed the crowd, a DJ played tunes on the steps of the village’s hall.  I came to Italy to…