Europe

This could be the year where tourism to the UK makes a total comeback
In 2022, the British Tourist Authority’s chair Judith Macgregor says the organization is anticipating over half of 2019’s arrival figures when the destination saw 40 million visitors. “We reckon 21 million visits this year would be good but we’re always open for going above that,” Macgregor told Offshore during a one-on-one virtual interview at ExploreGB. “Our goal is [to increase] tourism

Sailing away with Holland America Line
As a company that’s been around for going on 150 years, Holland America Line is no stranger to adapting. The premium cruise line started out as a shipping and passenger line, slowly gaining a reputation for safely bringing emigrants from Europe to North America. Nearly one million people made the journey to new beginnings and adventures on a Holland America

Trendy new aparthotel opens in one of Dublin’s hottest up-and-coming neighbourhoods
Lifestyle aparthotel brand Locke has announced the official launch of Beckett Locke in the centre of Dublin’s thriving Docklands area. The opening will mark Locke’s third location outside of the UK, which also includes the recently opened Zanzibar Locke by Dublin’s Ha’penny Bridge, and Schwan Locke in Munich. Tucked behind the 3Arena, the 241-studio aparthotel will become a new hub

A popular luxury hotel brand is making its debut in Madrid this spring
Thompson Hotels, a luxury brand known for combining curated design and culinary sophistication with the right amount of edge, is all set to welcome its first property in Spain. Slated to open in mid-2022, the Thompson Madrid is a 175-room luxury lifestyle hotel that will mark a significant milestone for Hyatt as the brand celebrates its thoughtful growth in Europe

This luxury train will take you to 14 magical destinations across Europe in style
More than 150 years ago, Georges Nagelmackers turned a dream into a reality when he launched the first luxury Orient Express train. Soon, Orient Express will head back on track to offer travellers an unforgettable journey through one of the world’s most beloved countries: Italy. The Orient Express La Dolce Vita will welcome its first passengers in 2023. Six trains

This luxury hotel in Ibiza has an on-site spa devoted to anti-aging treatments
This November, Six Senses Ibiza is launching a series of longevity treatments and programs in collaboration with RoseBar, with a view to opening a one-of-a-kind longevity center in May 2022. It combines diagnostics with nutritional guidance and anti-aging treatments to achieve greater vitality, clarity of mind, and a youthful appearance at any age. Along with its own scientific advisory board,