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Plans to increase passenger numbers at London’s St Pancras International station could see many new direct train routes to Germany, Switzerland and France.The station’s owner, London St Pancras Highspeed, has this week outlined proposals to almost triple its international train operations from 1,800 passengers per hour to 5,000.The proposal, in partnership with Paris’ Getlink (which owns Eurotunnel), sees both companies commit to expanding rail connectivity on both sides of the English Channel — with the aim of creating new routes and destinations along the line.Related: 28 best European routes where you should take a train instead of a planeLondon St…

Superbude – Image Credit Cendyn    With advanced automation, Superbude was able to optimize campaign management across Google Hotel Ads, Tripadvisor, and Trivago, improving real-time decision-making and ensuring greater transparency in campaign results to deftly adjust strategies when needed. THE CHALLENGE Superbude previously faced challenges in managing metasearch campaigns across multiple platforms, including Google Hotel Ads, Tripadvisor, and Trivago. Their campaign management process was complex, time-consuming, and yielded a lower ROI than they achieve today. The key obstacles were a lack of transparency in campaign performance and the absence of a centralized, user-friendly management tool. By partnering with Cendyn, their primary…

As we’ve reported, you now need travel authorization to visit the United Kingdom. The British call it an Electronic Travel Authorisation.The application for Americans and other nationalities opened back in November for travel beginning in the new year, and several of us at TPG have already gone through the process.Overall, there are a few things to watch out for, but it’s fairly straightforward — and you should be able to follow these instructions for a painless application process.Download the UK ETA appAs the U.K. government website notes, the easiest way to apply is through the official government app, available on…

Taj Mussoorie Foothills Hotel – Image Credit IHCL    The Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has launched a new luxury hotel in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. The Taj Mussoorie Foothills Hotel marks an expansion of the Taj brand in the region, bolstered by the recent inauguration of the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway, which has significantly improved connectivity. The hotel is nestled in the serene foothills of the Himalayas and offers a luxurious escape that harmoniously blends modern elegance with the region’s natural beauty. Taj Mussoorie Foothills features 115 rooms, including 16 exquisitely designed suites, providing an immersive escape for guests. The hotel offers diverse culinary experiences,…

Frontier Airlines CEO Barry Biffle wants more customers to pull out their Frontier Miles credit card when they go to make a purchase — even as the airline touts breakneck growth in the number of travelers carrying the budget carrier’s cobranded card.”Right now, we’re kind of the fourth or fifth card in their wallet,” Biffle said, speaking at an industry conference in Florida on Wednesday. “At the end of the day, we just need more credit [card holders] and we need them to spend more.”In recent months, the airline saw customers apply for the Frontier Airlines World Mastercard® at unprecedented…

Carlos Castro – Image Credit Resorts World Las Vegas    Resorts World Las Vegas recently announced that Carlos Castro has been appointed as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO). In his new role, Castro will be responsible for guiding the resort’s financial strategy, operational execution, and planning its long-term growth initiatives. This move is expected to maintain Resorts World Las Vegas’ reputation as a leading hospitality and entertainment destination on the Las Vegas Strip. Carlos Castro will join Resorts World Las Vegas during a critical investment period in the property’s future. Jim Murren, Chairman of the…

In the age of Chase 5/24, once-in-a-lifetime bonuses, same “card family” restrictions and more, it can be hard for families to decide on their next travel credit card.But one card has remained near the top of the list since its introduction in 2018: the World of Hyatt Credit Card.Families can appreciate Hyatt’s lineup of properties (especially the kid-friendly resorts), the award chart and the ability to boost their World of Hyatt account balances by transferring points from Chase Ultimate Rewards cards.Here are the reasons why the World of Hyatt Credit Card is great for family travelers.Related: The 16 best Hyatt…

Maximizing Google’s Property Promotion Ads for Hotel Campaigns – Image Credit TravelBoom Marketing    Hotels tired of losing direct bookings to OTAs should leverage Google’s Property Promotion Ads to improve brand visibility in search results. These PPC ads aren’t new for hotels, but 2025 will bring updated features marketers should watch for. Plus, as people continue to limit discretionary spending, it is increasingly important for hotels to attract guests with property features and characteristics. Mastering Property Promotion Ads offers new opportunities to attract guests searching for specific destinations, amenities or qualities. What Are Google’s Property Promotion Ads? Google’s Property Promotion Ad,…

It’s a time of change for Southwest Airlines. From ending to its famous open-seating policy to flying red-eyes for the first time ever, the nation’s largest low-cost carrier is in the midst of sweeping changes aimed at cutting costs and boosting profitability. That also includes schedule changes at Southwest’s busiest airport: Denver International Airport (DEN), which is currently the top city in the airline’s network by daily departures. Pro tips: 11 major mistakes people make with travel rewards credit cards But departures by the Dallas-based carrier from the Mile High City have fallen on an annual basis in every month…

Adia Aluma Athens, Curio Collection by Hilton – Image Credit Hilton    Hilton Hotels has confirmed plans to open three new properties in Athens by 2026, further strengthening its presence in Greece and adding over 500 new rooms to the city’s lifestyle portfolio. Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has announced its plans to open three new hotels in Athens, Greece, in partnership with Aluma Greece IKE. The new hotels, Adia Aluma Athens, Curio Collection by Hilton, Anise Aluma Athens, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, and Skylark Aluma Athens, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, are expected to open in 2025 and 2026, adding more than 500…