Iceland, Slovakia, Montenegro and Lavtia are leading Europe in terms of growth. Despite persistent economic malaise across much of Europe, international tourism continues to grow across the region. Available data for 2013 present an encouraging picture of the resilience of tourism demand in Europe. Out of 22 destinations reporting through at least March, 19 are … Read more
Alexandre de Brettes appointed CEO of Christopher Kane. Christopher Kane (part of Kering luxury & lifestyle group, previously known as Pinault-Printemps-Redoute until 18 May 2005 and PPR) took his brand to the next level with the appointment of Alexandre de Brettes as Chief Executive Officer of the brand Christopher Kane, effective 1st September, 2013. … Read more
Green conscience: United Airlines, airberlin, Qantas top 2013 ATW Eco-airline award winners list. Over a decade ago “eco-aviation” was a barely known term. Now the industry focuses on overall sustainability, reducing carbon emissions, sustainable biofuel initiatives, recycling, and overcoming political hurdles within the air transport industry. Fuel-efficient fleet, reduced fuel burn or sustainable fuels have propelled … Read more
“Elegy of Autumn” photo taken by Dina Bova (Israel) won Nikon Photo Contest 2012-2013. A total of 22,752 photographers from 153 countries and regions submitted 99,339 works in the 2012-2013 competition. This year marked a new record for the largest number of entries in the history of the contest. Nikon Photo Contest (NPC), previously known … Read more
More than 5.5 million tourists visited Dubai in the first half of 2013, representing an 11.1 per cent year-on-year increase, indicating that Dubai is on the way to achieving its Tourism Vision for 2020. The first half visitor number results, released by Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM), show increases across all key … Read more
Denise Richards named the new spokesperson of OROGOLD Cosmetics. Actress Denise Richards, of ABC Family’s Twisted, has been named the new spokesperson of the luxury anti-aging skincare brand Orogold Cosmetics. The anti-aging cosmetics line that restores the youthful appearance of skin with the main active ingredient, 24K gold. “Denise’s stunning beauty, flawless skin, and lovable … Read more