The Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, is introducing an array of holiday events, including music, meet-and-greets, and interactive entertainment. Kicking off the celebrations, A Musical Christmas with Mariachi Alegria de Disneyland & Miguel will bring spirited performances to Disney California Adventure's Buena Vista Street from Monday through Friday evenings. This festive show features the Mariachi Alegria de Disneyland band alongside traditional dancers, delivering bilingual renditions of classic Christmas songs.
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Croatia’s 2024 Tourism Boom: A Year-Round Destination for Every Traveler
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Croatia has taken the spotlight in 2024 as a top year-round destination, welcoming an impressive 19.3 million visitors by the end of September, resulting in 102.5 million overnight stays. With a 3% increase in arrivals and a slight rise in overnight stays, Croatia’s appeal continues to grow among global travelers. Among those fueling this growth, U.S. visitors played a standout role, with nearly 700,000 Americans visiting Croatia, a growth of 8% from last year, resulting in 1.9 million overnight stays.
Danish Butter Cookie Tin Repurposing Contest Offers Chance to Win a Cultural Trip to Copenhagen
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Wonderful Copenhagen, the tourism board for Denmark’s capital, is launching a creative contest for U.S.-based fans of the iconic Danish butter cookie tin, inviting them to showcase their unique uses for the beloved tin. With nostalgia rooted in its blue, countryside-themed design, the tin is commonly repurposed in American households as a storage or keepsake container. Now, participants can share their personal take on this tradition for a chance to win a cultural trip to Copenhagen in March 2025.
Norse Atlantic to Launch Seasonal Service Between Los Angeles and Rome
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Norse Atlantic Airways has announced plans to introduce a new seasonal route between Los Angeles (LAX) and Rome starting next summer. Beginning May 22, the budget transatlantic airline will offer flights three times per week on this route.
The airline operates Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, which feature both premium economy and economy seating. This new service will put Norse in direct competition with Italy's ITA Airways on the popular transatlantic route.
American Marketing Group Embraces Cryptocurrency Payments and AI Tools for Travel Advisors
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American Marketing Group (AMG) has announced that its travel agency networks—Travelsavers, Network of Entrepreneurs Selling Travel, and the Affluent Traveler Collection—are the first in the industry to accept cryptocurrency as a form of payment. This move opens doors to a growing market of cryptocurrency holders, who tend to lean towards premium and luxury travel experiences.