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Make-A-Wish International launches holiday push to grant 10,000 wishes
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Make-A-Wish International is asking global donors to help fulfill wishes for more than 10,000 children with critical illnesses across 50 countries and territories this holiday season.
GBTA study finds business travel adds $283B to top cities
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Business travel generated an estimated $283 billion in economic activity across 25 leading global business destinations in 2024, according to a new GBTA study.
NOA Villas sees more couples booking Lapland trips without a special occasion
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NOA Villas in Sodankylä, Finland, says couples now make up more than three-quarters of its winter bookings, with many traveling to Finnish Lapland simply to spend time together.
NOA Villas says sleep is becoming a luxury draw in Finnish Lapland
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NOA Villas is pointing to rising demand for quiet, private Arctic stays as Finnish Lapland heads into winter 2026-27. The company says travelers are increasingly choosing the region not just for Northern Lights and adventure, but for rest, space…
Lapland tourism boom lifts demand for quieter Arctic stays
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Lapland is heading into another record winter season as more travelers look for privacy, authenticity, and nature-led experiences over crowded tourism hubs.
NOA Villas sees strong Northern Lights odds for winter 2026-27 in Finnish Lapland
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NOA Villas says winter 2026-2027 should remain one of the decade’s best stretches for Northern Lights viewing as Solar Cycle 25 stays strong.
NOA Villas says Winter 2026/27 could be prime for Northern Lights in Finnish Lapland
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NOA Villas in Sodankylä says the winter of 2026/27 should remain one of the decade’s strongest windows for Aurora viewing after Solar Cycle 25’s peak.
La Laponie finlandaise s’annonce comme un haut lieu des aurores en hiver 2026-2027
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Le pic du cycle solaire 25 place l’hiver 2026-2027 parmi les meilleures fenêtres de la décennie pour voir des aurores boréales, selon NOA Villas.
IdealofMeD names ex-Finnish footballer Paulus Arajuuri as Finland ambassador
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IdealofMeD said July 9, 2026, that former Finnish national team defender Paulus Arajuuri will serve as its Brand Ambassador for Finland after undergoing a hair transplant at the Istanbul clinic.
NOA Villas says Lapland tourism shift is driving demand for private luxury stays
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Lapland is heading into another strong winter season as travelers increasingly seek privacy, authenticity and closer contact with nature, according to NOA Villas.
EasyBaltic adds one-stop ferry comparisons across the Baltic and Nordic region
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EasyBaltic, a Vilnius-based independent ferry comparison site, now lets travellers compare routes, operators, crossing times and prices across nine countries in one place.
Great Lakes EDC names winners of Coolest of the Great Lakes contest
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The Great Lakes Economic Development Council has named three winners from its Coolest of the Great Lakes Pitch Contest, announced after live presentations at Great Lakes Rising in Milwaukee.
This Is Blythe passes 8,536 verified reviews and consolidates feedback into one hub
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This Is Blythe says verified customer ratings on its own storefront have topped 8,536 with a 4.9 average, and it has launched a public review hub that bundles on-site reviews, Etsy feedback, buyer photos and press coverage.
China Airlines expands SkyTeam ties with 15th anniversary push and Virgin Atlantic codeshare
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China Airlines marked 15 years in SkyTeam with a celebration in Amsterdam and a new codeshare agreement with Virgin Atlantic.
Carccu adds four Christmas flower wraps for 2026
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Carccu® has launched four new seasonal flower wrapping papers for Christmas 2026, aimed at florists seeking wrap designs that frame bouquets without overpowering them.
Gdańsk filmmaker’s debut thriller hits 40 festival recognitions
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Sank Roshan’s self-made short film The Liar has reached 40 awards, nominations, finalist spots and official selections as it continues an international festival run from its Poland base.
Estonia takes control at Adventure Racing World Championship in Corsica
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The lead changed hands on day 2 at the Adventure Racing World Championship in Corsica, with Estonia Ace/La Sportiva moving ahead of the French favorites.
Tenon Tours elevates Liz Marjollet to COO
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Tenon Tours promoted Liz Marjollet to chief operating officer in July 2026 as the custom travel company looks to strengthen operations and client service.
Global Art & Fashion Gala marks America 250 at the Kennedy Center
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The Global Humanities Foundation hosted the Global Art & Fashion Gala – America the Beautiful at the Kennedy Center on Aug. 17, 2026, drawing diplomats, artists and civic leaders from more than 15 countries.
Riverside showcases autonomous Ohmio shuttle platooning
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The City of Riverside demonstrated Ohmio’s autonomous shuttle platooning technology on July 28, 2026, highlighting the city’s push to become a green-tech and advanced transportation hub. The event underscored Riverside’s strategy to attract…
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