Holiday & Travel https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/news/lifestyle/holiday-travel/feed/atom/2026-04-13T11:59:23+01:00Phoenix NewspaperThe Phoenix Newspaper UK | Latest news in UK | Positive news | Inspiring The Next GenerationMalvern's cultural ambition on show as UK Town of Culture 2028 bid is submitted2026-04-12T20:13:59+01:002026-04-12T20:13:59+01:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/malvern-s-cultural-ambition-on-show-as-uk-town-of-culture-2028-bid-is-submittedSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HHHHH1.jpg" /></p><p>Working in partnership, Malvern Hills District Council (MHDC) and Malvern Town Council has successfully submitted the Expression of Interest (EOI) for the UK Town of Culture 2028 competition.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HHHHH1.jpg" /></p><p>Working in partnership, Malvern Hills District Council (MHDC) and Malvern Town Council has successfully submitted the Expression of Interest (EOI) for the UK Town of Culture 2028 competition.</p>
Martinique Tourism Authority strengthens cruise partnerships at Seatrade Cruise Global 20262026-04-12T20:05:55+01:002026-04-12T20:05:55+01:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/martinique-tourism-authority-strengthens-cruise-partnerships-at-seatrade-cruise-global-2026Super User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Martinique_is_growing_in_its_appeal_as_a_vibrant_and_culturally_rich_Caribbean_destination111.jpg" /></p><p>The Martinique Tourism Authority is set to reinforce its position as a premier Caribbean cruise destination through a strong presence at Seatrade Cruise Global 2026, taking place April 13–16 at the Miami Beach Convention Centre.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Martinique_is_growing_in_its_appeal_as_a_vibrant_and_culturally_rich_Caribbean_destination111.jpg" /></p><p>The Martinique Tourism Authority is set to reinforce its position as a premier Caribbean cruise destination through a strong presence at Seatrade Cruise Global 2026, taking place April 13–16 at the Miami Beach Convention Centre.</p>
USVI marks record growth with strategic Q1 surge2026-04-12T20:01:30+01:002026-04-12T20:01:30+01:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/usvi-marks-record-growth-with-strategic-q1-surgeSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_USVI_marks_record_growth_with_strategic_Q1_surge11.jpg" /></p><p>The US Virgin Islands (USVI) Department of Tourism reported a historic start to 2026 today, with first-quarter visitor arrivals reaching an unprecedented 303,388.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_USVI_marks_record_growth_with_strategic_Q1_surge11.jpg" /></p><p>The US Virgin Islands (USVI) Department of Tourism reported a historic start to 2026 today, with first-quarter visitor arrivals reaching an unprecedented 303,388.</p>
Live regenerative travel shaping future at Las Torres Patagonia2026-04-05T19:16:32+01:002026-04-05T19:16:32+01:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/live-regenerative-travel-shaping-future-at-las-torres-patagoniaSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL1_-_Live_regenerative_travel_at_Las_Torres_Patagonia.jpg" /></p><p>Regenerative travel is shaping the future of tourism, and at Las Torres Patagonia more than 30 years of family-led stewardship have shaped every aspect of this estancia experience in Chilean Patagonia.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL1_-_Live_regenerative_travel_at_Las_Torres_Patagonia.jpg" /></p><p>Regenerative travel is shaping the future of tourism, and at Las Torres Patagonia more than 30 years of family-led stewardship have shaped every aspect of this estancia experience in Chilean Patagonia.</p>
Caribbean tourism shows resilient growth amid global headwinds in 20252026-04-04T15:53:41+01:002026-04-04T15:53:41+01:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/caribbean-tourism-shows-resilient-growth-amid-global-headwinds-in-2025Super User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Caribbean_tourism_shows_resilient_growth_amid_global_headwinds_in_2025-0.jpg" /></p><p>Caribbean tourism continued its expansion in 2025, recording a 2.5% increase in international stay-over arrivals to an estimated 35 million visits, according to the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO).</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Caribbean_tourism_shows_resilient_growth_amid_global_headwinds_in_2025-0.jpg" /></p><p>Caribbean tourism continued its expansion in 2025, recording a 2.5% increase in international stay-over arrivals to an estimated 35 million visits, according to the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO).</p>
12.5 million Brits plan UK holiday trip for Easter weekend, bringing £4.8 billion boost2026-03-29T22:29:48+01:002026-03-29T22:29:48+01:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/12.5-million-brits-plan-uk-holiday-trip-for-easter-weekend-bringing-%C2%A34.8-billion-boostSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_112.5_million_Brits_plan_UK_holiday_trip_for_Easter_weekend_bringing_4.8_billion_boost.jpg" /></p><p>VisitEngland’s Easter 'Trip-Tracker' survey, published today, indicates that 12.5 million Brits are planning an overnight holiday trip in the UK for the Easter weekend, bringing an estimated £4.8 billion boost to the economy.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_112.5_million_Brits_plan_UK_holiday_trip_for_Easter_weekend_bringing_4.8_billion_boost.jpg" /></p><p>VisitEngland’s Easter 'Trip-Tracker' survey, published today, indicates that 12.5 million Brits are planning an overnight holiday trip in the UK for the Easter weekend, bringing an estimated £4.8 billion boost to the economy.</p>
Suffolk and Norfolk Tourism Awards 2026 winners announced2026-03-22T22:37:33+00:002026-03-22T22:37:33+00:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/suffolk-and-norfolk-tourism-awards-2026-winners-announcedSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL1_-_Suffolk_and_Norfolk_Tourism_Awards_2026_winners_announced1.jpg" /></p><p>Celebrating excellence across every part of our visitor economy, the Suffolk and Norfolk Tourism Awards 2026 culminated on Thursday, March 12 with a prize-giving evening at the Diss Corn Hall.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL1_-_Suffolk_and_Norfolk_Tourism_Awards_2026_winners_announced1.jpg" /></p><p>Celebrating excellence across every part of our visitor economy, the Suffolk and Norfolk Tourism Awards 2026 culminated on Thursday, March 12 with a prize-giving evening at the Diss Corn Hall.</p>
Wellness Week at Niva Dhigali with Gemma Merna - Sunrise Yoga, Sunset Soundbaths: Soulful Moments, Shaped by Nature2026-03-16T20:44:49+00:002026-03-16T20:44:49+00:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/wellness-week-at-niva-dhigali-with-gemma-merna-sunrise-yoga-sunset-soundbaths-soulful-moments-shaped-by-natureSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL1_-_Wellness_Week_at_Niva_Dhigali_with_Gemma_Merna.png" /></p><p>This June, <a href="https://www.nivadhigali.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Dhigali-Wellness-Week-LR.pdf">Niva Dhigali Maldives</a> invites guests to experience wellbeing at its own pace. As part of <a href="https://www.nivadhigali.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Dhigali-Wellness-Week-LR.pdf">Wellness Week with Gemma Merna</a>, this private island becomes a space for calm, connection and renewal, with five days (9th – 13th June 2026) shaped to restore the body and mind in a setting that feels open, natural and alive.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL1_-_Wellness_Week_at_Niva_Dhigali_with_Gemma_Merna.png" /></p><p>This June, <a href="https://www.nivadhigali.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Dhigali-Wellness-Week-LR.pdf">Niva Dhigali Maldives</a> invites guests to experience wellbeing at its own pace. As part of <a href="https://www.nivadhigali.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Dhigali-Wellness-Week-LR.pdf">Wellness Week with Gemma Merna</a>, this private island becomes a space for calm, connection and renewal, with five days (9th – 13th June 2026) shaped to restore the body and mind in a setting that feels open, natural and alive.</p>
Caribbean tourism leaders urge practical climate action at ITB Berlin2026-03-15T17:59:35+00:002026-03-15T17:59:35+00:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/caribbean-tourism-leaders-urge-practical-climate-action-at-itb-berlinSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Caribbean_tourism_leaders_urge_practical_climate_action_at_ITB_Berlin.jpg" /></p><p>Caribbean tourism leaders used one of the world’s largest travel trade events to press the global community for faster, finance-ready adaptation to climate change, warning that theoretical plans and fragmented funding are leaving heavily tourism-dependent destinations exposed.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Caribbean_tourism_leaders_urge_practical_climate_action_at_ITB_Berlin.jpg" /></p><p>Caribbean tourism leaders used one of the world’s largest travel trade events to press the global community for faster, finance-ready adaptation to climate change, warning that theoretical plans and fragmented funding are leaving heavily tourism-dependent destinations exposed.</p>
Multi layered holidays take centre stage as Kuoni reveals 2026 travel trends2026-03-15T17:56:45+00:002026-03-15T17:56:45+00:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/multi-layered-holidays-take-centre-stage-as-kuoni-reveals-2026-travel-trendsSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Multi_layered_holidays_take_centre_stage_as_Kuoni_reveals_2026_travel_trends21.jpg" /></p><p>British holidaymakers are planning more ambitious and multi‑layered trips in 2026, according to Kuoni's new Travel Reimagined report.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Multi_layered_holidays_take_centre_stage_as_Kuoni_reveals_2026_travel_trends21.jpg" /></p><p>British holidaymakers are planning more ambitious and multi‑layered trips in 2026, according to Kuoni's new Travel Reimagined report.</p>
North Dakota spring awakening features active big game and record eagle sightings2026-03-09T13:10:19+00:002026-03-09T13:10:19+00:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/north-dakota-spring-awakening-features-active-big-game-and-record-eagle-sightingsSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_North_Dakota_spring_awakening_features_active_big_game_and_record_eagle_sightings11.jpg" /></p><p>As the snow recedes across the Great Plains, North Dakota transforms into a premier destination for <a href="https://www.ndtourism.com/articles/view-north-dakotas-wondrous-wildlife">wildlife enthusiasts</a>.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_North_Dakota_spring_awakening_features_active_big_game_and_record_eagle_sightings11.jpg" /></p><p>As the snow recedes across the Great Plains, North Dakota transforms into a premier destination for <a href="https://www.ndtourism.com/articles/view-north-dakotas-wondrous-wildlife">wildlife enthusiasts</a>.</p>
Fukuoka City - Japan’s epicentre for 'slomadism' in 20262026-03-07T18:53:22+00:002026-03-07T18:53:22+00:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/fukuoka-city-japans-epicentre-for-slomadism-in-2026Super User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL111.jpg" /></p><p>Fukuoka City is gaining attention as Japan's most attractive destination for 'slomads' as the digital nomad community slows down and looks for places to stay put for a few months rather than a few weeks.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL111.jpg" /></p><p>Fukuoka City is gaining attention as Japan's most attractive destination for 'slomads' as the digital nomad community slows down and looks for places to stay put for a few months rather than a few weeks.</p>
easyJet flights to Rome take off from Birmingham Airport 2026-03-06T11:11:21+00:002026-03-06T11:11:21+00:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/easyjet-flights-to-rome-take-off-from-birmingham-airportSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL1_-_easyJet_flights_to_Rome_take_off_from_Birmingham_Airport.jpg" /></p><p>easyJet has launched flights and package holidays on its new route from Birmingham Airport to Rome. </p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL1_-_easyJet_flights_to_Rome_take_off_from_Birmingham_Airport.jpg" /></p><p>easyJet has launched flights and package holidays on its new route from Birmingham Airport to Rome. </p>
VisitEngland’s week-long celebration of tourism industry fast approaching2026-03-06T11:04:27+00:002026-03-06T11:04:27+00:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/visitenglands-week-long-celebration-of-tourism-industry-fast-approachingSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Englands_week-long_celebration_of_tourism_industry_fast_approaching.jpg" /></p><p>VisitEngland is celebrating the importance of the tourism industry with this year’s English Tourism Week from 13-22 March.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Englands_week-long_celebration_of_tourism_industry_fast_approaching.jpg" /></p><p>VisitEngland is celebrating the importance of the tourism industry with this year’s English Tourism Week from 13-22 March.</p>
Egypt named as Premier Partner for WTM London 20262026-03-05T13:03:54+00:002026-03-05T13:03:54+00:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/egypt-named-as-premier-partner-for-wtm-london-2026Super User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_1Egypt_named_as_Premier_Partner_for_WTM_London_2026.jpg" /></p><p>World Travel Market (WTM) London, the world’s most influential travel event, has announced the Egyptian Tourism Authority as its Premier Partner for 2026.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_1Egypt_named_as_Premier_Partner_for_WTM_London_2026.jpg" /></p><p>World Travel Market (WTM) London, the world’s most influential travel event, has announced the Egyptian Tourism Authority as its Premier Partner for 2026.</p>
Martinique highlights airlift momentum and market growth at South Florida Travel & Adventure Show2026-03-05T12:58:53+00:002026-03-05T12:58:53+00:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/martinique-highlights-airlift-momentum-and-market-growth-at-south-florida-travel-adventure-showSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Martinique_highlights_airlift_momentum_and_market_growth_at_South_Florida_Travel_Adventure_Sho11.jpg" /></p><p>The Martinique Tourism Authority highlighted strong demand from the U.S. market while engaging in discussions to further enhance air connectivity during the inaugural South Florida Travel & Adventure Show in Fort Lauderdale last weekend.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/HOL_-_Martinique_highlights_airlift_momentum_and_market_growth_at_South_Florida_Travel_Adventure_Sho11.jpg" /></p><p>The Martinique Tourism Authority highlighted strong demand from the U.S. market while engaging in discussions to further enhance air connectivity during the inaugural South Florida Travel & Adventure Show in Fort Lauderdale last weekend.</p>