At the 44th edition of the International Tourism Fair (FITUR) in Madrid, the Moroccan National Tourism Office (ONMT) has solidified multiple partnerships with travel operators from Spain and Latin America. Notably, a significant collaboration has been forged with the leading Spanish tour operator, Avoris, which is actively pursuing substantial growth. According to ONMT’s press release, Avoris has committed to an extensive deployment of its entire brand portfolio with the ambitious goal of serving 70,000 clients by 2027. Additionally, Avoris plans to introduce Dakhla as a destination by 2025, accompanied by a dedicated flight operated by its airline, Iberojet.

Another strategic partnership has been established with the Travelance consortium, featuring prominent Spanish operators Europa Mundo Vacaciones, Soltour, and Luxotour. The primary objective of this collaboration is to enhance independent travel agencies, with a “Mega Convention” scheduled to take place in Tangier in 2024.

ONMT has also inked an agreement with maritime company Baleària to facilitate an increase in the influx of Spanish tourists to Morocco. Leveraging Baleària’s expertise in maritime passenger transport, the collaboration aims to implement a multimedia communication plan to boost sales, particularly outside the summer season. New maritime routes connecting Malaga and Tarifa to the ports of Tangier are on the horizon as part of this initiative.

In Portugal, ONMT has joined forces with the two largest Lusophone tour operators, Abreu & Newtour. This collaboration includes charter flights from Lisbon to Al Hoceima, Agadir, and Nador/Marchica, with the goal of doubling the number of travelers to these destinations.

During the signing of the various agreements, Morocco was honored with the “Best International Destination” trophy at the FITUR 2024 fair. Adel El Fakir, the General Director of ONMT, received the trophy from GEA Group President Stefan Klebert.

Throughout the FITUR 2024 fair, ONMT teams, led by El Fakir, engaged in numerous meetings with key players in the Iberian and Latin American markets, including airlines such as Binter, Vueling, Iberia Express, and Azul in Brazil. Additionally, connections were established with travel distributors Grupo El Corté Inglès, Abreu, and Destinia. The press statement concludes that ONMT’s “Light In Action” strategy is evidently driving these dynamic initiatives.

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At the 44th edition of the International Tourism Fair (FITUR) in Madrid, the Moroccan National Tourism Office (ONMT) has solidified multiple partnerships with travel operators from Spain and Latin America. Notably, a significant collaboration has been forged with the leading Spanish tour operator, Avoris, which is actively pursuing substantial growth. According to ONMT’s press release, Avoris has committed to an extensive deployment of its entire brand portfolio with the ambitious goal of serving 70,000 clients by 2027. Additionally, Avoris plans to introduce Dakhla as a destination by 2025, accompanied by a dedicated flight operated by its airline, Iberojet.

Another strategic partnership has been established with the Travelance consortium, featuring prominent Spanish operators Europa Mundo Vacaciones, Soltour, and Luxotour. The primary objective of this collaboration is to enhance independent travel agencies, with a “Mega Convention” scheduled to take place in Tangier in 2024.

ONMT has also inked an agreement with maritime company Baleària to facilitate an increase in the influx of Spanish tourists to Morocco. Leveraging Baleària’s expertise in maritime passenger transport, the collaboration aims to implement a multimedia communication plan to boost sales, particularly outside the summer season. New maritime routes connecting Malaga and Tarifa to the ports of Tangier are on the horizon as part of this initiative.

In Portugal, ONMT has joined forces with the two largest Lusophone tour operators, Abreu & Newtour. This collaboration includes charter flights from Lisbon to Al Hoceima, Agadir, and Nador/Marchica, with the goal of doubling the number of travelers to these destinations.

During the signing of the various agreements, Morocco was honored with the “Best International Destination” trophy at the FITUR 2024 fair. Adel El Fakir, the General Director of ONMT, received the trophy from GEA Group President Stefan Klebert.

Throughout the FITUR 2024 fair, ONMT teams, led by El Fakir, engaged in numerous meetings with key players in the Iberian and Latin American markets, including airlines such as Binter, Vueling, Iberia Express, and Azul in Brazil. Additionally, connections were established with travel distributors Grupo El Corté Inglès, Abreu, and Destinia. The press statement concludes that ONMT’s “Light In Action” strategy is evidently driving these dynamic initiatives.

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Gushcloud International, a global company specializing in content and brand management fueled by influencers and creators, enthusiastically ushers in the new year by finalizing 14 exclusive talent agreements across its markets in Indonesia, Thailand, and The Philippines.

This strategic move solidifies Gushcloud’s position as a leader in the creator economy within Southeast Asia. The Gushcloud family has expanded to include six (6) Filipino talents, along with four (4) additional talents from Thailand and Indonesia. These creators actively engage on platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and X (formerly Twitter), showcasing their passion for lifestyle, fashion, comedy, food, travel, advocacies, dance, and even K-Pop.

May Chaweewannakorn, Head of Talent in Southeast Asia and Country Director of Thailand at Gushcloud International, expresses excitement about introducing the new members of the Gushcloud Talent Agency family. These young creators are known for their high creativity, collaboration, and energy. More importantly, they leverage their influence to promote positive change among their followers and communities, aligning seamlessly with Gushcloud’s mission of fostering positive influence for the next generation of influencers, leaders, and parents. Chaweewannakorn emphasizes that this marks just the beginning of a promising partnership as Gushcloud International continues to make significant strides in Asia and beyond.

Looking ahead to 2024, Gushcloud International aims to scale its operations and focus on connecting partner brands with the ideal creator for their marketing requirements. The unique subject matter expertise and niche audience of their talents position the company well to achieve this goal, fostering a thriving ecosystem for talents, brands, and the overall company.

Beyond regional borders, Gushcloud International remains impactful in the creator economy by facilitating collaboration between East and West. Notably, it brought Hollywood personalities back to Singapore in September of the previous year. One of its prominent talents, crypto investor Cordell Broadus (aka Champ Medici), co-hosted events like World Champ vol.1—a celebration of Web3 and the Metaverse community—and the Hip Hop 50 party, featuring a special tribute to icon and mogul Russell Simmons.

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Gushcloud International, a global company specializing in content and brand management fueled by influencers and creators, enthusiastically ushers in the new year by finalizing 14 exclusive talent agreements across its markets in Indonesia, Thailand, and The Philippines.

This strategic move solidifies Gushcloud’s position as a leader in the creator economy within Southeast Asia. The Gushcloud family has expanded to include six (6) Filipino talents, along with four (4) additional talents from Thailand and Indonesia. These creators actively engage on platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and X (formerly Twitter), showcasing their passion for lifestyle, fashion, comedy, food, travel, advocacies, dance, and even K-Pop.

May Chaweewannakorn, Head of Talent in Southeast Asia and Country Director of Thailand at Gushcloud International, expresses excitement about introducing the new members of the Gushcloud Talent Agency family. These young creators are known for their high creativity, collaboration, and energy. More importantly, they leverage their influence to promote positive change among their followers and communities, aligning seamlessly with Gushcloud’s mission of fostering positive influence for the next generation of influencers, leaders, and parents. Chaweewannakorn emphasizes that this marks just the beginning of a promising partnership as Gushcloud International continues to make significant strides in Asia and beyond.

Looking ahead to 2024, Gushcloud International aims to scale its operations and focus on connecting partner brands with the ideal creator for their marketing requirements. The unique subject matter expertise and niche audience of their talents position the company well to achieve this goal, fostering a thriving ecosystem for talents, brands, and the overall company.

Beyond regional borders, Gushcloud International remains impactful in the creator economy by facilitating collaboration between East and West. Notably, it brought Hollywood personalities back to Singapore in September of the previous year. One of its prominent talents, crypto investor Cordell Broadus (aka Champ Medici), co-hosted events like World Champ vol.1—a celebration of Web3 and the Metaverse community—and the Hip Hop 50 party, featuring a special tribute to icon and mogul Russell Simmons.

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In 2023, Slovenian tourism achieved notable success, as announced by Matjaž Han, the Minister of the Economy, Tourism, and Sport, and MSc. Maja Pak Olaj, the Director of the Slovenian Tourist Board, in a press conference held today in Ljubljana. Despite facing global challenges such as an unfavorable economic climate, elevated transportation costs, travel restrictions, and severe floods in August, Slovenia’s tourism experienced a remarkable rebound, surpassing both the European and global averages. The figures for tourist arrivals and overnight stays have now returned to levels seen before the COVID-19 pandemic.

As per the Statistical Office of the Republic of Slovenia, the country witnessed nearly 6.2 million tourist arrivals last year, leading to just over 16.1 million overnight stays—an unprecedented record.

Minister of the Economy, Tourism and Sports, Matjaž Han, expressed pride in these accomplishments, highlighting the industry’s resilience despite August’s catastrophic floods during the peak summer season. Additionally, the stressed that “the value of travel exports strengthened, reaching 3.08 billion euros from January to November 2023 – a 10% increase compared to the same period the previous year. These results underscore the resilience of Slovenian tourism and its ability to overcome significant challenges. The collaboration between the state, municipalities, tourist companies, organizations, employees and volunteers is crucial in creating higher quality and recognition for Slovenian tourist destinations. I believe that Slovenia is well on its way to realizing the vision of “green boutique” tourism, characterized by a smaller ecological footprint and greater value for all.”

In comparison to 2022, there was a 5.5 percent increase in arrivals and a 3.5 percent rise in overnight stays. When contrasted with the pre-coronavirus year of 2019, tourist arrivals saw a slight decrease of 0.6 percent, while the number of overnight stays increased by 2.2 percent.

Minister Han emphasized that, in line with the Slovenian tourism strategy until 2028, the ministry is committed to enhancing the quality of tourist services and increasing added value on a national scale. He stated that this initiative would not only benefit tourist companies but also their employees and, importantly, the local population. The ongoing focus is on consistently elevating the quality of tourist products. Minister Han stressed the pivotal role of strengthening management and integration at the regional-destination level to foster tourism development evenly across the country throughout the year. All these efforts align with the ‘Something more and much better’ strategy, emphasizing a measured increase in capacity and, above all, ensuring higher quality and added value for all stakeholders.

Director of the Slovenian Tourist Board (STB), MSc. Maja Pak Olaj, expressed satisfaction with Slovenian tourism’s performance in 2023, stating: “Despite numerous challenges, we recovered at a pace faster than both Europe and the world. Achieving near-full recovery post-pandemic highlights Slovenia’s strong position as one of the most desirable tourist destinations. As we entered 2024, the STB embarked on an ambitious plan comprising extensive promotional and communication activities, targeting both foreign and domestic markets. The focus for 2024 and 2025 is especially on art and culture. Our goal is to showcase Slovenia as a sustainable, modern and creative destination, characterized by top creators, artistic production, festivals, events and preserved cultural heritage. Ongoing breakthrough development projects, including the establishment of the National Information CentrE and the upgrade and digitalization of the Green Scheme of Slovenian Tourism, align with our main goal—to contribute to the continued quality growth and higher added value of Slovenian tourism.”

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In 2023, Slovenian tourism achieved notable success, as announced by Matjaž Han, the Minister of the Economy, Tourism, and Sport, and MSc. Maja Pak Olaj, the Director of the Slovenian Tourist Board, in a press conference held today in Ljubljana. Despite facing global challenges such as an unfavorable economic climate, elevated transportation costs, travel restrictions, and severe floods in August, Slovenia’s tourism experienced a remarkable rebound, surpassing both the European and global averages. The figures for tourist arrivals and overnight stays have now returned to levels seen before the COVID-19 pandemic.

As per the Statistical Office of the Republic of Slovenia, the country witnessed nearly 6.2 million tourist arrivals last year, leading to just over 16.1 million overnight stays—an unprecedented record.

Minister of the Economy, Tourism and Sports, Matjaž Han, expressed pride in these accomplishments, highlighting the industry’s resilience despite August’s catastrophic floods during the peak summer season. Additionally, the stressed that “the value of travel exports strengthened, reaching 3.08 billion euros from January to November 2023 – a 10% increase compared to the same period the previous year. These results underscore the resilience of Slovenian tourism and its ability to overcome significant challenges. The collaboration between the state, municipalities, tourist companies, organizations, employees and volunteers is crucial in creating higher quality and recognition for Slovenian tourist destinations. I believe that Slovenia is well on its way to realizing the vision of “green boutique” tourism, characterized by a smaller ecological footprint and greater value for all.”

In comparison to 2022, there was a 5.5 percent increase in arrivals and a 3.5 percent rise in overnight stays. When contrasted with the pre-coronavirus year of 2019, tourist arrivals saw a slight decrease of 0.6 percent, while the number of overnight stays increased by 2.2 percent.

Minister Han emphasized that, in line with the Slovenian tourism strategy until 2028, the ministry is committed to enhancing the quality of tourist services and increasing added value on a national scale. He stated that this initiative would not only benefit tourist companies but also their employees and, importantly, the local population. The ongoing focus is on consistently elevating the quality of tourist products. Minister Han stressed the pivotal role of strengthening management and integration at the regional-destination level to foster tourism development evenly across the country throughout the year. All these efforts align with the ‘Something more and much better’ strategy, emphasizing a measured increase in capacity and, above all, ensuring higher quality and added value for all stakeholders.

Director of the Slovenian Tourist Board (STB), MSc. Maja Pak Olaj, expressed satisfaction with Slovenian tourism’s performance in 2023, stating: “Despite numerous challenges, we recovered at a pace faster than both Europe and the world. Achieving near-full recovery post-pandemic highlights Slovenia’s strong position as one of the most desirable tourist destinations. As we entered 2024, the STB embarked on an ambitious plan comprising extensive promotional and communication activities, targeting both foreign and domestic markets. The focus for 2024 and 2025 is especially on art and culture. Our goal is to showcase Slovenia as a sustainable, modern and creative destination, characterized by top creators, artistic production, festivals, events and preserved cultural heritage. Ongoing breakthrough development projects, including the establishment of the National Information CentrE and the upgrade and digitalization of the Green Scheme of Slovenian Tourism, align with our main goal—to contribute to the continued quality growth and higher added value of Slovenian tourism.”

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In a recent report from Allied Market Research titled “Cold Chain Tracking and Monitoring Market Size, Share, Competitive Landscape, and Trend Analysis Report by End User (Healthcare, Food & Beverage, Chemical, Others), by System (Hardware, Software), by Solution (Storage, Transportation): Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2020-2030,” the cold chain tracking and monitoring market was valued at $4.7 billion in 2020, expected to reach $15.2 billion by 2030. The software segment is projected to experience significant growth during the forecast period.

The healthcare segment is anticipated to show substantial growth in the near future based on end-user analysis, and Europe is expected to register the highest Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR).

Cold chain tracking and monitoring involve maintaining specific temperature ranges for products and tracking perishables using control devices and sensors. This process is crucial for preserving the quality and extending the life of various products, including agricultural produce, seafood, frozen food, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. Monitoring, storage, and transportation are essential elements in the cold chain to prevent quality degradation during shipments. The market has witnessed substantial growth, attributed in part to the significant impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, which underscored the importance of the cold chain for the transportation of vaccines and pharmaceutical products globally.

Companies operating in this market have embraced partnerships, product launches, research and development, and acquisitions to enhance market share and expand their geographical presence. For example, Controlant introduced its PR-T80 Digital Temperature Probe in 2019, an innovative real-time solution designed for various applications, including dry ice, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), clinical trials, and pharmaceutical and life sciences products requiring transport storage in low-temperature environments. Additionally, the increased adoption of wireless communication modules, such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and specialized IoT protocols, has enhanced the capabilities of asset tracking data loggers to provide comprehensive insights into the environmental conditions experienced by the assets.

The market is segmented based on system, solution, end-user, and region. The system segment includes hardware and software, while the solution segment comprises storage and transportation. End-users are categorized into healthcare, food & beverage, chemical, and others. Geographically, the market is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA.

Impact of COVID-19:

The COVID-19 crisis has introduced uncertainties in the cold chain tracking and monitoring industry due to disruptions in logistics services, workplace closures, and travel restrictions. Governments imposed total lockdowns and temporary industry shutdowns, leading to border closures and hindering the movement of transportation and logistics services. The global business outlook has undergone significant changes in the aftermath of the COVID-19 health crisis.

Despite the challenges, cold chain monitoring companies have responded to the crisis with success by implementing enhanced safety measures and adopting new technologies.

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In a recent report from Allied Market Research titled “Cold Chain Tracking and Monitoring Market Size, Share, Competitive Landscape, and Trend Analysis Report by End User (Healthcare, Food & Beverage, Chemical, Others), by System (Hardware, Software), by Solution (Storage, Transportation): Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2020-2030,” the cold chain tracking and monitoring market was valued at $4.7 billion in 2020, expected to reach $15.2 billion by 2030. The software segment is projected to experience significant growth during the forecast period.

The healthcare segment is anticipated to show substantial growth in the near future based on end-user analysis, and Europe is expected to register the highest Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR).

Cold chain tracking and monitoring involve maintaining specific temperature ranges for products and tracking perishables using control devices and sensors. This process is crucial for preserving the quality and extending the life of various products, including agricultural produce, seafood, frozen food, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. Monitoring, storage, and transportation are essential elements in the cold chain to prevent quality degradation during shipments. The market has witnessed substantial growth, attributed in part to the significant impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, which underscored the importance of the cold chain for the transportation of vaccines and pharmaceutical products globally.

Companies operating in this market have embraced partnerships, product launches, research and development, and acquisitions to enhance market share and expand their geographical presence. For example, Controlant introduced its PR-T80 Digital Temperature Probe in 2019, an innovative real-time solution designed for various applications, including dry ice, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), clinical trials, and pharmaceutical and life sciences products requiring transport storage in low-temperature environments. Additionally, the increased adoption of wireless communication modules, such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and specialized IoT protocols, has enhanced the capabilities of asset tracking data loggers to provide comprehensive insights into the environmental conditions experienced by the assets.

The market is segmented based on system, solution, end-user, and region. The system segment includes hardware and software, while the solution segment comprises storage and transportation. End-users are categorized into healthcare, food & beverage, chemical, and others. Geographically, the market is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA.

Impact of COVID-19:

The COVID-19 crisis has introduced uncertainties in the cold chain tracking and monitoring industry due to disruptions in logistics services, workplace closures, and travel restrictions. Governments imposed total lockdowns and temporary industry shutdowns, leading to border closures and hindering the movement of transportation and logistics services. The global business outlook has undergone significant changes in the aftermath of the COVID-19 health crisis.

Despite the challenges, cold chain monitoring companies have responded to the crisis with success by implementing enhanced safety measures and adopting new technologies.

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Fossil Rim Wildlife Center is delighted to announce the arrival of a new southern white rhino calf. This addition marks the 18th rhino born at the conservation facility since 1991, underscoring their enduring commitment to bolstering at-risk wildlife populations. The experienced mother, Ursula, and the recently named calf, Rocket, are both thriving.

Senior Animal Care Specialist Justin Klauss reports that “Rocket spends the majority of his days engaged in nursing, napping, and expending his abundant energy.” Despite being born at a substantial 100 pounds, Rocket has quite a bit of weight to gain in order to catch up to his 4,500-pound father, Khari.

To enhance awareness of white rhino conservation initiatives, Fossil Rim will be offering specialized tours. These tours will guide guests through the Intensive Management Area, providing insights into ongoing missions dedicated to other endangered species. The tour will culminate in a close encounter with the calf, facilitated by a rhino specialist.

The tours will run from Sunday through Friday, commencing on January 29th and concluding on March 3rd, 2024. Priced at $900 per tour, each excursion will accommodate a maximum of four guests. All proceeds will contribute to Fossil Rim’s mission of safeguarding species in jeopardy. Fossil Rim Wildlife Center, a non-profit 501(c)3 wildlife conservation facility situated 55 miles southwest of the DFW Metroplex in Glen Rose, Texas, specializes in captive-breeding programs for endangered and threatened animal species. Funding its acclaimed conservation efforts through tourism, the center manages over 50 species of wildlife, including cheetahs, rhinos, giraffes, wolves, zebras, and the native-to-Texas Attwater’s prairie chickens. Fossil Rim offers a 7.2-mile scenic wildlife drive, guided tours, camps, the Children’s Animal Center, Nature Store, and the Overlook Café for visitors to explore.

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Fossil Rim Wildlife Center is delighted to announce the arrival of a new southern white rhino calf. This addition marks the 18th rhino born at the conservation facility since 1991, underscoring their enduring commitment to bolstering at-risk wildlife populations. The experienced mother, Ursula, and the recently named calf, Rocket, are both thriving.

Senior Animal Care Specialist Justin Klauss reports that “Rocket spends the majority of his days engaged in nursing, napping, and expending his abundant energy.” Despite being born at a substantial 100 pounds, Rocket has quite a bit of weight to gain in order to catch up to his 4,500-pound father, Khari.

To enhance awareness of white rhino conservation initiatives, Fossil Rim will be offering specialized tours. These tours will guide guests through the Intensive Management Area, providing insights into ongoing missions dedicated to other endangered species. The tour will culminate in a close encounter with the calf, facilitated by a rhino specialist.

The tours will run from Sunday through Friday, commencing on January 29th and concluding on March 3rd, 2024. Priced at $900 per tour, each excursion will accommodate a maximum of four guests. All proceeds will contribute to Fossil Rim’s mission of safeguarding species in jeopardy. Fossil Rim Wildlife Center, a non-profit 501(c)3 wildlife conservation facility situated 55 miles southwest of the DFW Metroplex in Glen Rose, Texas, specializes in captive-breeding programs for endangered and threatened animal species. Funding its acclaimed conservation efforts through tourism, the center manages over 50 species of wildlife, including cheetahs, rhinos, giraffes, wolves, zebras, and the native-to-Texas Attwater’s prairie chickens. Fossil Rim offers a 7.2-mile scenic wildlife drive, guided tours, camps, the Children’s Animal Center, Nature Store, and the Overlook Café for visitors to explore.

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