On Tuesday November 3rd, The European Travel Commission (ETC) will present an assessment of the economic benefits that visa reform could bring to Europe. Europe is losing its share of global tourism arrivals. Within a few years, the continent is expected to host the minority of the world’s tourists for the first time in history. Europe’s current visa regimes are a contributory factor in this decline because visa obligations deter many legitimate leisure and business tourists due to the complicated processes, processing times and expense associated with obtaining a visa.

Global Superstar and Biggest Selling Female Artist of All-Time Mariah Carey Set to Rock Macau Along With Asia’s King of Dance Aaron Kwok and Kpop Sensation SISTAR as Studio City Kicks off Star-studded Grand Opening Extravaganza.Studio City, the highly anticipated USD3.2 billion Hollywood-inspired integrated resort in Macau, today unveiled that its October 27 2015 party-of-the-century grand opening will be headlined by not one, but three global musical superstars.

Norwegian’s newest and largest ship sets sail for European Inaugural Events before Transatlantic cruise to homeport of Miami. Norwegian Cruise Line took delivery today of the line’s largest ship to date, the 164,600 gross ton Norwegian Escape, from MEYER WERFT during a ceremony in Bremerhaven, Germany, after a building period of only 17 months. Norwegian Escape is the first ship in the company’s new Breakaway Plus Class, signifying an evolution of Norwegian Cruise Line and bringing to life the brand’s promise of freedom and flexibility with a premium experience from bow to stern.

Frankfurt Airport Offers New Connections to Sunny Destinations. FRA’s Global Network: 88 passenger airlines serve 247 destinations in 100 countries. Number of frequencies and seats increases, especially on intercontinental routes. Lufthansa and Condor launch new destinations. Air Arabia Maroc new carrier at Frankfurt Airport

Sustainability starts when planning a hotel – conservation of energy brings profit
Hotels as energy- and resource intensive businesses need strategic planning with regards to sustainability and protection of the environment. Developers and operators need to take heed of green critical success factors. More and more guests pay attention to the ecological tenability of their holiday and the social responsibilities of the hotels.

visitlondon.com has welcomed the announcement from Prime Minister David Cameron of new visitor visas for tourists from China that will deliver a major boost to London’s tourism sector.Starting in 2016, new visitor visas for tourists from China will be valid in the UK for 2 years, which is 4 times the usual 6 month limit for standard visitor visas. There are also plans to introduce a new 10 year multiple entry visit visa for Chinese tourists at no extra cost.