With the start of 2011, these trends identify what influences people's choices of where and how to travel.
With the release of Nobel Peace Prize winner Aung San Suu Kyi in November 2010, many travelers now feel more comfortable visiting Myanmar (Burma), a destination that many had felt discouraged to visit in the past.
New data from flight comparison site Skyscanner highlights the top 5 destinations seeing a surge in interest.
U.S. Tour Operators Association (USTOA) has issued its first 'World's Best List', ranking destinations in a variety of categories.
The Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong will be the world's tallest hotel when it opens in March 2011. The hotel also features an indoor pool and fully equipped fitness center on the 118th floor.
Thomas Stanley, COO of Cox & Kings, the longest-established travel company in the world with more than 250 years of experience names the hottest destinations, experiences and modes of travel for the coming year.
Already an experienced host to high-level guests, the elegant luxury hotel was prompted to create the private hotel concept after identifying an increasing demand for bespoke, easily-contained hotel accommodation for groups during global summits, official visits and conferences.
At the Top, Burj Dubai, the world's highest observation deck on Level 124 of Burj Dubai, the world's tallest building, will open doors to the public from January 5, 2010.
The world's tallest tower, developed by Emaar Properties, was unveiled last night to a crowd of thousands and the world in a crescendo of fireworks, lasers and fountain displays. The official height of the tower, unveiled as 'Burj Khalifa', was announced as 828 metres (2,716.5 ft).
Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas, a leading hospitality and leisure organization in the Asia-Pacific region, announced its expansion into the Chinese market with Anantara Sanya Resort & Spa, due to open at the end of 2010.
Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent alum and runway favorite to create innovative international music programming for W Hotels.
The Lanesborough, a London luxury hotel located in Knightsbridge, has consistently offered first class service and amenities. Continuing the tradition, the property announces the introduction of complimentary use of Sony VAIO® Laptops in all guestrooms.
Construction of the most leaning tower on Earth, the iconic Capital Gate which will house Abu Dhabi's first Hyatt hotel, has reached the half-way point. Hyatt at Capital Centre, is a presidential-style luxury, 5-star hotel and will provide 200 hotel rooms for Abu Dhabi's international business and leisure travelers.
Relais & Chateaux is celebrating a landmark year of expansion in Asia with the online launch of its Chinese Website in May, www.relaischateaux.cn.
Crystal Lagoons building the world's largest swimming pool in Sharm El Sheikh.
