MSC Cruises has cancelled three Grand Voyage sailings in April from South Africa and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to Europe due to the risk to shipping in the Red Sea. Ongoing attacks on merchant ships in the region have forced the company to cancel the cruises. These include a 24-night cruise on MSC Splendida from Durban (South Africa) to Genoa (Italy), a 21-night cruise on … [Read more...] about MSC Cruises avoids Red Sea and cancels three ‘Grand Voyage’ cruises
Loek Houtenbos (76) is really quitting now
After a career of almost 54 years in tourism, Loek Houtenbos (Isropa/&Olives Travel) has decided to stop permanently. The entrepreneur has informed friends, family and colleagues. Houtenbos started in tourism in May 1970. His first work consisted of stapling airline tickets and copying hotel lists for bus drivers. 'Since then, I have been involved in bus, train and car … [Read more...] about Loek Houtenbos (76) is really quitting now
Vakantiebeurs announces figures
This year, the Vakantiebeurs received more than 71,000 visitors. That is 9 percent more than last year, when more than 65,000 visitors were counted. This was announced by the Jaarbeurs on Tuesday. The Vakdag (Travel Trade Day) also attracted more visitors. On Wednesday, there were 8,150 travel professionals. Last year, there were nearly 8,000. The 53rd edition of the Holiday … [Read more...] about Vakantiebeurs announces figures
Pub quiz Sunair and Sunny Cars are back
After great success five years ago, the pub quiz nights of Sunair and Sunny Cars are back. This spring, the two partners will travel the country together to transfer their knowledge in a creative way. Sunair and Sunny Cars promise a hilarious evening while enjoying a drink and snack. The following dates and cities are on the agenda: -Monday 25 March: Breda -Wednesday 3 April: … [Read more...] about Pub quiz Sunair and Sunny Cars are back
Chinese owner wants to sell Thomas Cook again
Thomas Cook, perhaps the most famous name in British mass tourism, is almost back in European hands. Chinese owner Fosun is in talks to sell Thomas Cook to a Polish online travel company. Britain's Sky News reports that Fosun Tourism Group is in advanced negotiations to sell Thomas Cook to eSky, which is majority-owned by MCI Capital, a private equity firm focused on Central … [Read more...] about Chinese owner wants to sell Thomas Cook again