Weekly Asia Pacific Snapshot: Germany top Europe biz travel destination; Eid holiday leads to travel boom around APAC; and more.

 

The list of featured destinations in this newsletter will rotate weekly, the remaining destinations can be found on our webpage.

2025 Norway & Scandinavia Yachting Voyages

 

We recently released a small number of additional staterooms and suites for our extremely popular Norway, Scandinavia and Northern Europe yachting voyages sailing this summer.

REEF Luxury Development Unveils Groundbreaking Sales Gallery Showcasing Patented Sunken Balcony and Winter Garden

 

02 April 2025, Dubai, UAE: REEF Luxury Development has opened its innovative new sales gallery in prestigious Dubai’s Jumeirah Third neighbourhood, offering a glimpse into the future of luxury living. 

Entrance in the UK costs: Electronic Travel Authorization now mandatory for most non-Visa foreign visitors

 

As of today, the United Kingdom has implemented a new entry requirement affecting nearly all foreign visitors who do not require a visa, including citizens from the European Union. These visitors are now required to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before their arrival in the UK.

First Response Healthcare gives free health screenings to Noon delivery Riders for Ramadan

 2 April 2025, Dubai, UAE: Pioneering medical care provider First Response Healthcare joined forces with noon – the Middle East’s leading digital marketplace – to offer a day of free health screenings to its delivery drivers as part of a Ramadan initiative aimed at giving back to the community.

Beyond Discounts: How Brands Can Win Customer Loyalty in 2025

 For years, fast-food chains have relied on discounts and meal deals to bring in customers. Loyalty programs and value strategies that focus only on discounts have become the norm, making it harder for brands to stand out.

DREAM HOLIDAYS WITH LOT POLISH AIRLINES! A RUNDOWN OF NEW ADDITIONS AND HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE NATIONAL CARRIER’S SUMMER SCHEDULE

 

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  LOT Polish Airlines has outlined the key updates to its regular flight schedule for the summer 2025 season. 

SAS UNVEILS LARGEST-EVER SUMMER EXPANSION, INTRODUCING 28 NEW ROUTES ACROSS 17 COUNTRIES

 Scandinavian Airlines is set to enhance connectivity across Scandinavia and beyond with the launch of its summer 2025 traffic program, further establishing Copenhagen Airport as its global hub. The extensive expansion brings the total to 278 routes for the season, strengthening SAS' role in connecting Northern Europe to the world and providing travelers with more efficient and convenient travel options.

Avalon Waterways to Launch Avalon After Dark, Revolutionizing Nighttime European River Cruises in 2026

 

Avalon Waterways has announced an exciting new cruise concept called Avalon After Dark, set to debut in 2026.

More than 60 leading hotel owner and operator groups coming to GIOHIS 2025

 

The Gulf & Indian Ocean Hotel Investors’ Summit (GIOHIS) 2025 is set to convene on April 7-8 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) in the United Arab Emirates.