Cruise

Sailing into 2024: Dream Yacht Worldwide Shares Trend Forecast & Learnings from 2023

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Monday, December 11, 2023

Dream Yacht Worldwide (DYW), a leading sea-based vacation and global yacht charter company, has shared its forecasted trends for the sailing industry and key learnings from the past several months.

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  • Dream Yacht Worldwide (DYW), a leading sea-based vacation and global yacht charter company, has shared its forecasted trends for the sailing industry and key learnings from the past several months.
  • Dream Yacht Worldwide has seen increased interest from non-sailors to try sailing as a new vacation experience (20% of new contacts have never sailed before in 2023, vs. 15% in 2022).
  • The company believes this is partly due to greater overall awareness of yacht charters as a vacation option even for non-sailors.
  • Dream Yacht Worldwide’s top destinations for generational travel have been the British Virgin Islands, the Abacos and Tahiti.

FITUR Is to Present the Technological Trends in Tourism Booking Management Systems at TRAVEL TECHNOLOGY 2024

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Monday, December 11, 2023

The major players in the global travel and tourism industry will be meeting at FITUR TRAVEL TECHNOLOGY, where cutting-edge solutions will be presented to improve the traveller's overall experience from planning to return.

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  • The major players in the global travel and tourism industry will be meeting at FITUR TRAVEL TECHNOLOGY, where cutting-edge solutions will be presented to improve the traveller's overall experience from planning to return.
  • Companies from worldwide countries, such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, the United Arab Emirates and Singapore, among others, will be unveiling the latest technological trends set to revolutionise the way travellers plan and book their experiences at FITUR TRAVEL TECHNOLOGY.
  • In addition, in the field of hotel innovation and technology consultancy, visitors can learn about the digital solutions.
  • Payment systems will also have its place at FITUR TRAVEL TECHNOLOGY.

12Go is Revealing the Top 2024 New Year Destinations in Asia

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Friday, December 8, 2023

12Go has prepared a list of the best travel destinations for the winter season in Asia.

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  • 12Go has prepared a list of the best travel destinations for the winter season in Asia.
  • Analyzing the tickets sold throughout the year, 12Go identified the top travel destinations suitable for different groups of travelers, including solo travelers, couples, families, and friends.
  • The top 10 countries that stand out are Thailand, Vietnam, the Philippines, India, Cambodia, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Laos, Malaysia, and Japan.
  • Cambodia secures the fifth spot, with travel destinations for New Year celebrations, including Phnom Penh, Sihanoukville, and Siem Reap.

Consumers Optimistic About 2024 Financial Outlook, as Paysafe Research Reveals Shifts in Spending and Saving Habits

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

This is according to new research from Paysafe (NYSE: PSFE), which reveals a consumer landscape characterised by a mix of optimism, caution, and a willingness to adapt spending habits.

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  • This is according to new research from Paysafe (NYSE: PSFE), which reveals a consumer landscape characterised by a mix of optimism, caution, and a willingness to adapt spending habits.
  • The research surveyed 14,500 consumers across Europe, North America, and Latin America for Paysafe’s Lost in Transaction 2023: The Disposable Income Report - How consumers are changing their discretionary spending .
  • Optimism is particularly pronounced among Millennials and Generation Z, with 57% of each group expressing confidence in their near-term financial future.
  • Conversely, over a third of consumers (37%) admitted to saving less due to rising living costs or not saving at all (18%).

Celiac Disease Foundation, Celiac Cruise Announce Partnership to Enrich, Expand Travel Experiences for Celiac Disease Community

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

The Celiac Disease Foundation, a leading global patient advocacy organization committed to accelerating diagnosis, treatments, and a cure for celiac disease, and Celiac Cruise, a pioneer in gluten-free travel, today are pleased to announce an innovative partnership to offer safe and delicious gluten-free travel experiences, provide educational opportunities, and foster philanthropy within the celiac disease community.

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  • The Celiac Disease Foundation, a leading global patient advocacy organization committed to accelerating diagnosis, treatments, and a cure for celiac disease, and Celiac Cruise, a pioneer in gluten-free travel, today are pleased to announce an innovative partnership to offer safe and delicious gluten-free travel experiences, provide educational opportunities, and foster philanthropy within the celiac disease community.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231205500367/en/
    “This partnership marks a significant milestone on the path to creating a world where individuals with celiac disease can travel with confidence and enjoy enriching experiences without compromising their health,” said Marilyn G. Geller, CEO of the Celiac Disease Foundation.
  • “By combining the expertise of the Celiac Disease Foundation with the dedication of Celiac Cruise, we are proud to set the premier standard for gluten-free travel.”
    “Celiac Cruise is honored to join forces with the Celiac Disease Foundation to redefine gluten-free travel,” said Maureen Basye, founder of Celiac Cruise.
  • Today, Celiac Cruise and the Celiac Disease Foundation have formalized their partnership, which will offer an array of benefits for the celiac disease community:
    Safe Travel Experiences: All cruise experiences will be tailored to meet the dietary needs of individuals with celiac disease, including dedicated gluten-free menus, strict food handling protocols, and collaboration with both Royal Caribbean and AmaWaterways to create safe, enjoyable environments.

Neuron and Carnival Corporation Partner to Further Accelerate Onboard Connectivity Across its Global Fleet

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

Neuron , formerly ESpace Networks, and Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), the world’s largest cruise company, today announced a partnership to accelerate onboard connectivity across Carnival Corporation’s global fleet.

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  • Neuron , formerly ESpace Networks, and Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), the world’s largest cruise company, today announced a partnership to accelerate onboard connectivity across Carnival Corporation’s global fleet.
  • The company is using Neuron’s vendor-neutral connectivity management platform to further increase operational efficiencies and reliable internet access on its ships.
  • With Neuron, Carnival Corporation ensures that its guests and team members can take advantage of the best available connectivity, regardless of service provider.
  • Through this partnership, grounded in Neuron’s innovative underlying connectivity management technologies, Carnival Corporation has even happier guests driving higher satisfaction scores.

Travel + Leisure Co. Earns Top Score in Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2023-2024 Corporate Equality Index

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Friday, December 1, 2023

Travel + Leisure Co. (NYSE:TNL), the world’s leading membership and leisure travel company, announced it received a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2023-2024 Corporate Equality Index , the nation’s foremost benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality.

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  • Travel + Leisure Co. (NYSE:TNL), the world’s leading membership and leisure travel company, announced it received a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2023-2024 Corporate Equality Index , the nation’s foremost benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality.
  • Travel + Leisure Co. joins the ranks of 545 major U.S. businesses that also earned top marks this year.
  • “As the world’s leading membership and leisure travel company, Travel + Leisure Co. serves millions of families every year by providing great vacations to travelers around the world,” said Kimberly Marshall, Travel + Leisure Co. chief human resources officer.
  • For more information about jobs at Travel + Leisure Co., including specific details, qualifications and requirements, visit the company’s careers website at careers.travelandleisureco.com .

PAR Technology Recognized for Innovation in Restaurant Technology by Three Leading Awards for Loyalty and Payment Capabilities

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Friday, December 1, 2023

"Our solutions are helping restaurants increase loyalty while streamlining their payment processing operations,” said Savneet Singh , CEO of PAR Technology.

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  • "Our solutions are helping restaurants increase loyalty while streamlining their payment processing operations,” said Savneet Singh , CEO of PAR Technology.
  • “These awards show the power of deep integrations between our products, enabling exceptional experiences like Apple Wallet Loyalty.
  • PAR Technology’s success is, in part, due to its leading innovation for loyalty and payments, PAR Pay’s Apple Wallet Loyalty .
  • For more information about PAR Technology and its loyalty and payment solutions, visit partech.com .

The Walt Disney Company Declares Cash Dividend of $0.30 Per Share

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) Board of Directors today announced a cash dividend of $0.30 per share in respect of the second half of fiscal year 2023, payable January 10, 2024 to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 11, 2023.

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  • The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) Board of Directors today announced a cash dividend of $0.30 per share in respect of the second half of fiscal year 2023, payable January 10, 2024 to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 11, 2023.
  • “This has been a year of important progress for The Walt Disney Company, defined by a strategic restructuring and a renewed focus on long-term growth,” said Mark Parker, Chairman of the Board.
  • “As Disney moves forward with its key strategic objectives, we are pleased to declare a dividend for our shareholders while we continue to invest in the company’s future and prioritize meaningful value creation.”

America's Latest Travel Insights Uncovered by Leading Subscription Platform eDreams ODIGEO

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Dana Dunne, CEO of eDreams ODIGEO, comments: “Our research shows that travel continues to be a very important part of people’s lives.

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  • Dana Dunne, CEO of eDreams ODIGEO, comments: “Our research shows that travel continues to be a very important part of people’s lives.
  • When we look at the global travel map for 2023, traditional hotspots like Paris, Barcelona and London remain firm favourites.
  • Overall, the data shows that, across the world, there continues to be a deeply held wanderlust and passion for travel.”
    The eDreams ODIGEO 2023 A Year in Travel Report is collated utilizing flight booking data from the company’s online travel agency brands (eDreams, Opodo, GO Voyages and Travellink).
  • Traveling dates: 1st January to 31st December 2023 against the same dates in 2022 & 1st of January 2024 to 31st January 2024.