Travel

oneworld and Elemental Cognition’s breakthrough AI Travel Agent transforms the online booking experience oneworld Alliance and artificial intelligence (AI) company Elemental Cognition have completed initial trials of their state-of-the-art booking tool that helps customers navigate the complex process of planning a “Round the World” ticket. With hundreds of possible destinations and millions of possible flight combinations, these “Round the World” tickets are some of the most complicated products in the industry. In contrast to the general shift towards online channels, the majority of these trips are still booked with human agents. oneworld challenged EC to build a solution that combines...

 Tourism: sustainability is the trend of 2023     The latest research in the sector confirms travellers are more attentive to environmental issues   Rome, May 2023 - Sustainability is a more topical issue than ever and people are increasingly adopting habits and lifestyles aimed at limiting their impact on the environment. The tourism industry also fits into this context: in fact, an increasingly growing number of travellers choose to spend their holidays according to principles of sustainability and respect for the territories. This trend is reflected in the numbers: according to the latest data of the Swg observatory released...

Lufthansa Technik pre-launches state-of-the-art VIP cabin design for the BBJ 777-9 The cabin design takes full advantage of the vast space available on the BBJ 777-9, formerly referred to as the BBJ 777X aircraft, and prioritizes versatility and multifunctionality. The design showcases an impressive array of stunning features. It furthermore maximizes space and comfort, and incorporates traditional elements of Middle Eastern cultural heritage with a modern twist. One of the standout features is the VVIP section at the front with a unique private bedroom that is expandable and highly functional. The detailed design will be revealed later this year. A...

MAZZARÒ SEA PALACE ANNOUNCES UNIQUE EXPERIENCES IN TAORMINA, SICILY Experience authentic Sicily with these new Mazzarò Sea Palace hotel offerings.    TAORMINA, SICILY (May, 2023) – V Retreats, the luxury division of VOIhotels, announces new authentic experiences for guests at Mazzarò Sea Palace, its 5-star, luxury hotel on the beach in Taormina, Sicily.  “We want our guests to be immersed in the Sicilian culture and striking scenery around Taormina in a truly unique way,” says V Retreats CCO Angelo La Riccia.  The V Retreats team created a menu of unforgettable experiences including a Helicopter Tour of Mount Etna; a Godfather Tour by...

From Summer Fun to Year-round Bliss: Six Senses Crans-Montana Promises a Complete Escape for All-season Exploration CRANS-MONTANA – May, 2023 – With its sunny terraces emerging from the mountainside just above the Crans-Cry D'Er gondola, Six Senses Crans-Montana has officially opened its doors, marking the brand’s debut in Switzerland. The ethos is vitality, serenity, and adventure, with exclusive ski-in, ski-out convenience from the south-facing pistes in winter, leading to culinary, cultural, and sporting experiences for the rest of the year. The 78 rooms and suites, and signature Three-Bedroom Prestige Apartment, blend contemporary and traditional alpine finishes and feature large bay...