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Yahoo
24-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Travel + Leisure Co. and Hornblower Group Make Waves with New Partnership
New strategic alliance delivers curated vacation packages for Hornblower's 22 million annual guests and VIP experiences for Travel + Leisure Co.'s vacation ownership members and guests ORLANDO, Fla., June 24, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Travel + Leisure Co. (NYSE:TNL), the world's leading membership and leisure travel company, and Hornblower Group, a global leader in maritime hospitality and transportation, today announced a long-term marketing partnership focused on delivering unforgettable travel experiences. Both multi-brand companies share a commitment to innovation and exceptional hospitality. Through this integrated collaboration, Travel + Leisure Co. and its family of brands will be prominently featured at Hornblower's ports and vessels. Dedicated teams will invite Hornblower guests to explore vacation packages to Travel + Leisure Co. resorts and sales centers through exclusive previews offered at high-traffic port locations and aboard Hornblower ferries and City Cruises ships, a Hornblower brand known for dining, sightseeing, and live entertainment cruises. These branded presences will span Hornblower's key markets, including Boston; New York City; Weehawken, New Jersey; Philadelphia; Washington, D.C.; Alexandria and Norfolk, Virginia; Baltimore; Chicago; Los Angeles and Orange County, California; San Francisco; San Diego; Sacramento; and ports throughout Puerto Rico. As the exclusive vacation ownership partner of Hornblower Group, Travel + Leisure Co. will host thousands of owners annually aboard various City Cruises Live events—an experiential event series owned and operated by Hornblower Group featuring live music, culinary showcases, sports-themed sailings, and entertainment-driven experiences. City Cruises Live events include performances by acclaimed artists such as Lee Brice, Mac McAnally, and Randy Houser; appearances by sports legends from the 2004 Boston Red Sox and 2005 Chicago White Sox championship teams; and culinary voyages led by award-winning Chef Adrianne Calvo. Special appearances include celebrity personalities like Captain Sandy Yawn of Below Deck Mediterranean and fan favorites from The Bachelor franchise. Themed cruises mark major celebrations including Fourth of July fireworks, New Year's Eve festivities, and the Cherry Blossom Festival, offering unique, immersive experiences on the water. "This partnership is all about creating unforgettable moments for our owners," said Jeff Myers, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer of Travel + Leisure Co. "We're excited to bring our owners unique, VIP experiences through access to some of today's most talented artists and chefs. Whether you're a foodie, a music lover, or seeking your next adventure, we have an opportunity to create memories of a lifetime." Beyond City Cruises, Travel + Leisure Co.'s owners and guests will enjoy VIP access across Hornblower's extensive maritime portfolio, as well as many of the company's land-based experiences through Walks and Devour Tours, renowned for exclusive guided walking and food tours in over 20 cities across Europe and North America. Guests across Hornblower's experiences will have access to exclusive discounted vacation packages across Travel + Leisure Co.'s portfolio of resorts. Additionally, Travel + Leisure Co. vacation packages serve as compelling incentives for City Cruises' group sales and private charter customers, enhancing Hornblower's event and charter offerings. "By combining Hornblower's immersive experiences with the world's leader in vacations, we're transforming the way people discover the world," said Mike Flaskey, CEO of Hornblower Group. "This affinity marketing partnership with Travel + Leisure marks a great step forward, positioning us as a first mover and innovator in the maritime hospitality space. Together, we're unlocking new value for both companies and creating one-of-a-kind experiences for our guests—from curated Travel + Leisure vacation packages to unforgettable nights with City Cruises Live." To learn more about Hornblower Group, visit For more information about Travel + Leisure Co., visit About Hornblower GroupHornblower Group is a global transportation and experience-based tourism leader, with its City Experiences division representing an expansive portfolio of water- and land-based brands including City Cruises, Walks, Devour Tours, and City Ferry. City Cruises companies operate dining, sightseeing and private events across 22 destinations in the U.S., Canada, and the UK, as well as service on behalf of the National Park Service and the Niagara Parks Commission. City Cruises currently holds service contracts to provide ferry service to the Statue of Liberty National Monument and the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration, Alcatraz Island, and Niagara Falls. Through Walks and Devour Tours, City Experiences offers world-class travel experiences, including immersive walking tours, food tours, and VIP experiences at iconic landmarks. City Ferry companies offer specialized knowledge and expertise required to transport passengers, vehicles, and other cargo safely across inland and coastal waterways, serving as operator of NYC Ferry and the Puerto Rico Ferry system, among others. For more information visit About Travel + Leisure + Leisure Co. (NYSE:TNL) is a leading leisure travel company, providing more than six million vacations to travelers around the world every year. The company operates a portfolio of vacation ownership, travel club, and lifestyle travel brands designed to meet the needs of the modern leisure traveler, whether they're traversing the globe or staying a little closer to home. The company's extensive Vacation Ownership portfolio includes trusted and iconic vacation club brands, including Club Wyndham, WorldMark, Margaritaville Vacation Club, Sports Illustrated Resorts and Accor Vacation Club, with a combined 270+ resorts worldwide, offering quality, flexibility, and value to more than 800,000 timeshare owners. With hospitality and responsible tourism at its heart, the company's 19,000 dedicated associates around the globe help the company achieve its mission to put the world on vacation. Learn more at View source version on Contacts Media: Public RelationsMedia@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Wire
Travel + Leisure Co. and Hornblower Group Make Waves with New Partnership
ORLANDO, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Travel + Leisure Co. (NYSE:TNL), the world's leading membership and leisure travel company, and Hornblower Group, a global leader in maritime hospitality and transportation, today announced a long-term marketing partnership focused on delivering unforgettable travel experiences. Both multi-brand companies share a commitment to innovation and exceptional hospitality. Through this integrated collaboration, Travel + Leisure Co. and its family of brands will be prominently featured at Hornblower's ports and vessels. Dedicated teams will invite Hornblower guests to explore vacation packages to Travel + Leisure Co. resorts and sales centers through exclusive previews offered at high-traffic port locations and aboard Hornblower ferries and City Cruises ships, a Hornblower brand known for dining, sightseeing, and live entertainment cruises. These branded presences will span Hornblower's key markets, including Boston; New York City; Weehawken, New Jersey; Philadelphia; Washington, D.C.; Alexandria and Norfolk, Virginia; Baltimore; Chicago; Los Angeles and Orange County, California; San Francisco; San Diego; Sacramento; and ports throughout Puerto Rico. As the exclusive vacation ownership partner of Hornblower Group, Travel + Leisure Co. will host thousands of owners annually aboard various City Cruises Live events—an experiential event series owned and operated by Hornblower Group featuring live music, culinary showcases, sports-themed sailings, and entertainment-driven experiences. City Cruises Live events include performances by acclaimed artists such as Lee Brice, Mac McAnally, and Randy Houser; appearances by sports legends from the 2004 Boston Red Sox and 2005 Chicago White Sox championship teams; and culinary voyages led by award-winning Chef Adrianne Calvo. Special appearances include celebrity personalities like Captain Sandy Yawn of Below Deck Mediterranean and fan favorites from The Bachelor franchise. Themed cruises mark major celebrations including Fourth of July fireworks, New Year's Eve festivities, and the Cherry Blossom Festival, offering unique, immersive experiences on the water. 'This partnership is all about creating unforgettable moments for our owners,' said Jeff Myers, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer of Travel + Leisure Co. 'We're excited to bring our owners unique, VIP experiences through access to some of today's most talented artists and chefs. Whether you're a foodie, a music lover, or seeking your next adventure, we have an opportunity to create memories of a lifetime.' Beyond City Cruises, Travel + Leisure Co.'s owners and guests will enjoy VIP access across Hornblower's extensive maritime portfolio, as well as many of the company's land-based experiences through Walks and Devour Tours, renowned for exclusive guided walking and food tours in over 20 cities across Europe and North America. Guests across Hornblower's experiences will have access to exclusive discounted vacation packages across Travel + Leisure Co.'s portfolio of resorts. Additionally, Travel + Leisure Co. vacation packages serve as compelling incentives for City Cruises' group sales and private charter customers, enhancing Hornblower's event and charter offerings. 'By combining Hornblower's immersive experiences with the world's leader in vacations, we're transforming the way people discover the world,' said Mike Flaskey, CEO of Hornblower Group. 'This affinity marketing partnership with Travel + Leisure marks a great step forward, positioning us as a first mover and innovator in the maritime hospitality space. Together, we're unlocking new value for both companies and creating one-of-a-kind experiences for our guests—from curated Travel + Leisure vacation packages to unforgettable nights with City Cruises Live.' To learn more about Hornblower Group, visit For more information about Travel + Leisure Co., visit About Hornblower Group Hornblower Group is a global transportation and experience-based tourism leader, with its City Experiences division representing an expansive portfolio of water- and land-based brands including City Cruises, Walks, Devour Tours, and City Ferry. City Cruises companies operate dining, sightseeing and private events across 22 destinations in the U.S., Canada, and the UK, as well as service on behalf of the National Park Service and the Niagara Parks Commission. City Cruises currently holds service contracts to provide ferry service to the Statue of Liberty National Monument and the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration, Alcatraz Island, and Niagara Falls. Through Walks and Devour Tours, City Experiences offers world-class travel experiences, including immersive walking tours, food tours, and VIP experiences at iconic landmarks. City Ferry companies offer specialized knowledge and expertise required to transport passengers, vehicles, and other cargo safely across inland and coastal waterways, serving as operator of NYC Ferry and the Puerto Rico Ferry system, among others. For more information visit About Travel + Leisure Co. Travel + Leisure Co. (NYSE:TNL) is a leading leisure travel company, providing more than six million vacations to travelers around the world every year. The company operates a portfolio of vacation ownership, travel club, and lifestyle travel brands designed to meet the needs of the modern leisure traveler, whether they're traversing the globe or staying a little closer to home. The company's extensive Vacation Ownership portfolio includes trusted and iconic vacation club brands, including Club Wyndham, WorldMark, Margaritaville Vacation Club, Sports Illustrated Resorts and Accor Vacation Club, with a combined 270+ resorts worldwide, offering quality, flexibility, and value to more than 800,000 timeshare owners. With hospitality and responsible tourism at its heart, the company's 19,000 dedicated associates around the globe help the company achieve its mission to put the world on vacation. Learn more at
Daily Mirror
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Alice Evans' reaction to ex Ioan Gruffudd's 'punch in gut' pregnancy news
Hornblower star, Ioan Gruffudd, and new wife, Bianca, are expecting their first baby together, which has reportedly left the actor's ex, Alice Evans, 'fuming' Alice Evans is "absolutely fuming" after her ex Ioan Gruffudd announced he was going to become a father again. The Hornblower star, 51, who shares two daughters with his ex-wife, 53, shared his happy news with new wife, Bianca, 32, on Father's Day, posting a snap of the couple with the caption: "Baby Gruffudd poppin' out to say hello!" While Ioan's legion of loyal followers flocked to congratulate the Welsh actor, Alice is allegedly 'horribly upset' after claiming she's been left destitute while looking after the former couple's daughters. Revealing her response to the bombshell news, a source said: "Alice will be absolutely fuming over this. She's made no secret of the fact she's destitute looking after the two kids, so to have him rub how well he's doing in her face is a real gut-punch." They continued to The Sun: "For Ioan to not only break the news like that, but do it on Father's Day . . . it's yet another horribly upsetting saga for her to deal with." Ioan and Alice formally divorced in July 2023. However, they are still battling fiercely over spousal support and custody and financial support for their two daughters Ella, 15, and Elsie, 11. Alice spoke candidly about the split, telling followers she was in 'excruciating pain' as she opened up about the break-up in agonising detail. in 2021, the 102 Dalmatians star said she was desperately fighting to save the relationship but said she 'can't see' Ioan coming back. The pair shared a joint statement admitting they were going through a 'difficult time' as their 13 year marriage crumbled. In a follow-up post, Alice took to Instagram to share a photo of a broken heart and another image of a heart on a blackboard with 'Game over' written across it. The couple released a joint statement saying it was a difficult time but they remain 'committed' to their daughters Ella and Elsie. "As you can imagine, this is an incredibly difficult time for our family and we remain committed to our children. Thank you for respecting our privacy," they shared. Ioan and Bianca went public with their relationship in 2021 after working together on the set of Aussie ABC series, Harrow. It was another two years before Ioan's divorce from Alice was finalised. During that time he went through a bitter court hearing with his ex-wife, where he sought a restraining order against Alice. Ioan and Bianca claimed to have endured a 'smear campaign' of hateful text messages, emails and social media posts from the mum-of-two. Ioan also fought Alice's request for more money for spousal support, claiming he had paid $400,000 (£294,000) more than he needed to. In court papers he called Alice's claims of poverty were 'exaggerated' and said it's a 'false narrative' that she and the children have been left destitute. In February this year, Alice claimed she'd been evicted from her home in Los Angeles after being 'unable to pay her rent'. The actress said she and her daughters had been forced to leave and had 'no way of renting even the cheapest room in the city.'
Belfast Telegraph
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Belfast Telegraph
Co Antrim school's new facilities opened after donation from family of well-known author: ‘You have to stand up for what you believe'
They were provided at Integrated College Glengormley with assistance from Niall Leonard, and officially opened by comedian Tim McGarry. Mr Leonard penned the Crusher trilogy of crime novels, and his other credits include Fifty Shades Darker and Fifty Shades Freed, as well as TV dramas Silent Witness, Hornblower and Monarch of the Glen. The donation means pupils will benefit from the new Leonard Sports Pitches, as well as the Rose Maguire 6th Form Suite. There will also be an annual 'Contribution to the ICG Way' award. He said his family's long-standing support for integrated education was the inspiration. He added: 'That's what Ma and Da Leonard tried to teach us — you have to stand up for what you believe and you have to act on your beliefs. 'That's what the Spirit of ICG is about and why we want to acknowledge those pupils who best embody and demonstrate those values of openness, curiosity, willingness to learn, not fearing what's new or different, rejecting prejudice and building community.' The award will be given annually to a pupil for their dedication to integration. The 6th form suite, named after Mr Leonard's mum, is comprised of a study area, computer room and garden. IC Glengormley principal Rickey Massey said: 'The family have been supporters of this college for many years and their kind donations have made a huge difference to the students.' Watch: Lady Mary Peters visits NI school 50 years on Paul Caskey, chief executive of the Integrated Education Fund, added: 'The Leonard family have been friends of IEF for a very long time and we want to thank them for their unwavering support and commitment to integrated education. 'Their support for Integrated College Glengormley is an inspiring way to honour the memory of their parents by investing in the future of the students going to school here.'
Belfast Telegraph
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Belfast Telegraph
Author Leonard helps fund new facilities at integrated college in memory of his mum and dad
They were provided at Integrated College Glengormley with assistance from Niall Leonard, and officially opened by comedian Tim McGarry. Mr Leonard penned the Crusher trilogy of crime novels, and his other credits include Fifty Shades Darker and Fifty Shades Freed, as well as TV dramas Silent Witness, Hornblower and Monarch of the Glen. The donation means pupils will benefit from the new Leonard Sports Pitches, as well as the Rose Maguire 6th Form Suite. There will also be an annual 'Contribution to the ICG Way' award. He said his family's long-standing support for integrated education was the inspiration. He added: 'That's what Ma and Da Leonard tried to teach us — you have to stand up for what you believe and you have to act on your beliefs. 'That's what the Spirit of ICG is about and why we want to acknowledge those pupils who best embody and demonstrate those values of openness, curiosity, willingness to learn, not fearing what's new or different, rejecting prejudice and building community.' The award will be given annually to a pupil for their dedication to integration. The 6th form suite, named after Mr Leonard's mum, is comprised of a study area, computer room and garden. IC Glengormley principal Rickey Massey said: 'The family have been supporters of this college for many years and their kind donations have made a huge difference to the students.' Paul Caskey, chief executive of the Integrated Education Fund, added: 'The Leonard family have been friends of IEF for a very long time and we want to thank them for their unwavering support and commitment to integrated education. 'Their support for Integrated College Glengormley is an inspiring way to honour the memory of their parents by investing in the future of the students going to school here.'
