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Can tourism bring peace? On #WorldTourismDay, we’re celebrating this year’s theme, 'Tourism and Peace', by reflecting on the strength and resilience of Ukraine’s tourism community. Earlier this year, we created a powerful film for UkraineNow to highlight their unwavering hope and to remind the world that Ukraine’s future as a tourist destination is still bright. Despite being on the frontlines, these passionate individuals are dreaming of the day they can welcome travellers back to their beautiful country. 💙💛 Watch the video and read the full story on our blog to see how tourism can be a beacon of recovery and peace 👉 https://lnkd.in/d4wiZUhM #FINNPartnersTravel

September has been a jam-packed and exciting month for Hawaiʻi! 🌺 Our amazing team conducted a statewide virtual media blitz, hosting 32 meetings with 24 top media contacts and connecting with 37 different outlets to share all the latest and greatest updates from the islands. Our clients, Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority and Hawaiʻi Visitors & Convention Bureau, also led a dynamic Market Activation in the greater Los Angeles area, aiming to boost consumer demand and support local businesses. Highlights included the Aloha Market Pop-Up with Mana Up Hawaii, in-person media appointments, and strengthening partnerships with the Rams—all part of our efforts to promote travel to Maui and the Hawaiian Islands.

Last week Maverick Creative's Catherine Colford had the pleasure of attending the Skift Global Forum in NYC and hearing from the world's leading travel experts on emerging trends and hot topics like: - How brands like American Express are preparing for an influx of millennial and Gen Z travelers planning to travel solo in the year ahead - Creative ways brands like Intrepid Travel and Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism are incorporating sustainability into their offerings - The importance of "end-to-end coverage" when it comes to travel insurance Allianz - How savvy brands like GHA Discovery are giving resources to independent hotels to help compete against giants - The importance of humanizing travel in the age of AI from Virtuoso's CEO Matthew Upchurch - How technology can be a massive enabler to drive the best travel service from Direct Travel Inc's CEO Christal Belmont 

We’re getting off to a flying start this week announcing our partnership with the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) to lead global communications for the ‘Together in Travel’ community launch, slated to kick off at the WTTC Global Summit in Perth in October. WTTC, a leading global authority on the economic and social contribution of #travel and #tourism, works with governments, industries, and communities to advance important initiatives that promote sustainable and inclusive tourism practices. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gnzeBz-f FINN Partners Global Travel

As revealed in the latest Global Wellness Economy report and highlighted at the Global Wellness Institute’s press conference in London earlier this month, the UK has emerged as a world leader in the growth and recovery of its wellness market since the pandemic. In fact, between 2019 and 2022, the UK saw the highest growth globally in its wellness market since the pre-pandemic year of 2019, reaching an impressive 131% of its 2019 market value in 2022.   In November, the Global Wellness Summit will be held in St Andrews, Scotland, from 4th to 7th November. The theme, "A Watershed Moment for Wellness," delves into the rapid expansion and emerging disruptions within the wellness industry. It covers a range of topics, from the popularity of immersive water experiences such as saunas, cold plunges, and wild swimming, to critical issues surrounding water and sustainability.    Don't miss this opportunity to either tune in or attend what is set to be a landmark event in the wellness calendar.   #Wellness #GobalWellnessSummit #GWI #Travel #WellnessIndustry   https://lnkd.in/e6bhyhCu

What’s new across the FINN UK travel team? Check out our latest activations 👇 Silversea Cruises is spotlighted in Forbes as a top luxury cruise line, with the newly launched Silver Ray taking centre stage. After flying in from overseas, we had the pleasure of catching up with our client IRL, (The Landings Resort and Spa, St. Lucia) over lunch, discussing exciting plans for next year. Tourism Ireland recently launched Dermot’s Taste of Ireland, set to air on ITV starting September 23rd – will you be tuning in? The Visit Greater Palm Springs team hosted a preview of an art installation in collaboration with Barbie for London Design Festival. Key media and industry insiders got an exclusive first look before the festival opens this weekend. Intrepid Travel’s Not Hot List 2025 has just launched, revealing emerging destinations and new itineraries designed to spread tourism benefits more widely. Don’t miss the September – October issue of BA High Life, featuring a five-page spread on Visit Jersey’s culinary delights and coastal wonders. Last week, we explored #IrelandsHiddenHeartlands with Tourism Ireland, cruising the River Shannon and visiting historic sites like Clonmacnoise and Athlone. We recently hosted an influencer trip to St. Kitts, tailored for adventure-seeking travel creators, filled with highlights such as a visit to Liamuiga Farm, exhilarating quad biking and so much more. And finally, we had a great mid-week catch-up with our influencer friends at the pub, reminiscing about past escapades and planning new adventures for 2025. Stay tuned for more updates and behind-the-scenes glimpses, follow FINN Partners Global Travel

Playing a role in fostering understanding between cultures and peace, tourism continues to be a vital tool in building bridges, fostering connections, and celebrating the cultures and traditions that make destinations so special. Whether partnering with local organizations to curate cultural experiences or creating job opportunities to help empower the communities they’re lucky enough to call home, explore the efforts our clients are making to better the world as we continue the countdown to #WorldTourismDay! 🌎 Turtle Island, Fiji provides guests with a genuine Fijian experience through the “Turtle Island philosophy” enriching the lives of its guest via interactions with staff who feel proud to belong, proactive partnerships with its communities, and embracing innovation and sustainability. 🌎 Offering stays in the ultra-remote regions of China and Tibet, Songtsam Lodges are the leaders in sustainable travel, as their Songtsam Linka Retreat Lake Basong Tso is the company’s first low-carbon hotel and the first property in Tibet to be awarded a Green Globe Certification. Along with its sustainability efforts, Songtsam recognizes the hard working spirit of locals with more than 92% of on-property staff originating from local communities. 🌎 Social responsibility and sustainability are at the heart of Alila Hotels, with a gentle approach to living, present in how each property improves and inhabits its surroundings. Innovative and intuitive sustainable practices inform the brand’s notion of conscious living. From zero-waste landfills to architecture that naturally minimizes energy consumption, Alila lives responsibly today for a better tomorrow. 🌎 Nestled within the rolling Chianti hills of Tuscany, Casetta Firenze invites guests to experience the vibrant Italian culture found within and beyond the luxury villa with a secret sustainable food tour and a five-day guided renaissance art tour — where guests will depart with a piece of Italy that will live on forever in their memories.

Congratulations to our outstanding clients who have been recognized in The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2024! Following a successful debut in 2023, the list features industry-defining hotels from across six continents worldwide. The voting panel – the 50 Best Hotels Academy – comprises a balanced mix of hoteliers, travel journalists, educators and seasoned luxury travellers, led by a group of industry-leading Academy Chairs. We are honoured to represent these incredible brands, and thrilled to celebrate their unwavering passion for exceptional hospitality to creating unforgettable guest experiences. No. 5 - The Upper House (Hong Kong) No. 12 - Mandarin Oriental Bangkok (Bangkok) No. 22 - Bvlgari Tokyo (Tokyo) No. 23 - The Lana (Dubai) No. 35 - Hotel Bel-Air (Los Angeles) No. 49 - The Tasman (Tasmania) 

Extraordinary experiences and remarkable sights await at Wilderness’ new Desert Rhino Camp. Located in the Namibia region, a visit to this desert sanctuary affords guests the immersive opportunity to track Rhinos by foot and explore the region’s incredible biodiversity. In celebrating this incredible region, Wilderness donates 11% of the camp's total revenue back to the community to help preserve the landscape these magnificent creatures call home. Uncover the wonders lying ahead and make this once-in-a-lifetime experience a reality. https://bit.ly/3Xr0nHU

We’ve got plenty of updates to share as summer waves goodbye – here’s a sneak peek of what our UK Travel team has been up to 👇 Who saw the “Bahamas Bus” spreading tropical vibes through London recently? We teamed up with Visit The Bahamas and Tootbus for a night of Caribbean cocktails, Junkanoo music, and a city tour. Big news for Visit Malta UK, ENIT - Italian National Tourist Board UK & Ireland, Visit Iceland, and Greek National Tourism Organisation —these destinations were featured in Lauren Jarvis’ loveEXPLORING article on Europe’s most beautiful bridges. Check out the stunning picks here 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e3q_dSvS Our Managing Partner, Amy Skelding, joined forces with O'Dwyer's Public Relations News, D S Simon Media and Intrepid Travel’s VP of Global Communications, Mikey Sadowski, to discuss how to craft and amplify purpose-driven content. They tackled topics like transparency, authenticity, and the power of local voices. Catch the full conversation here 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e6jBFnrT Our clients— Marriott Bonvoy, Iberostar Group, and The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation—just earned spots in The Times’ roundup of the best new hotels in the Caribbean, featured both in Sunday print and online. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/evyftxbR St Helena Tourism snagged a “Highly Commended” nod in the Destination category at the Marie Claire Sustainability Awards—proof that paradise can be eco-friendly too! Looking for some insightful reading? Check out our eBook, ‘Dispatches from the Frontlines of the Purpose-Driven Landscape 2024’. With insights from 13 global FINN experts, it’s a must-read for anyone passionate about social impact and corporate responsibility. Download it here 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gGqvpZta That’s a wrap for this week! 👉 Follow FINN Partners Global Travel for more UK PR and travel highlights! #FINNPartnersTravel