Services like Apple Pay and Google Pay have transformed the payment experience by allowing consumers to pay online or in person with a single click or tap, executing payments from a card stored in a digital wallet. Now, a similar one-click experience for travel is being tested. Available to citizens in 2026, EU Digital Identity wallets (EUDI Wallet) will be provided by member states to securely … [Περισσότερα...]

Turkish Airlines, recognised for flying to more countries than any other airline, has announced the launch of its new “Beyond” campaign, offering special discounted fares for travellers in Central-Northern Europe travelling to select destinations with Istanbul acting as a bridge connecting continents. The campaign will run with a sales period from the 9th to the 29th of September 2025 and a … [Περισσότερα...]

The U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) Department of Tourism and the Division of Festivals are excited to announce the official dates for the 2025–26 St. Croix Crucian Christmas Festival. Taking place from December 26, 2025, through January 3, 2026, this annual holiday tradition will once again highlight the best of Crucian culture through music, food, parades, and community spirit. This year’s … [Περισσότερα...]

Amsterdam-based boutique hotel group Sir Hotels is proud to announce the opening of Sir Devonshire Square, its first London outpost. Set within East London’s historic Devonshire Square courtyard between the infamous creative and culinary scenes of the iconic Spitalfields Market, and the bustling business district of The City of London, the hotel blends history, design, art and culture in one of … [Περισσότερα...]

In just its second year, Crios Paros – the island’s most exclusive beach bar and lifestyle destination, located in the Cyclades, Greece, has firmly established itself as the ultimate hotspot for the world’s elite, attracting international figures, tastemakers, and celebrities to its shores. This season alone, it welcomed H.H. Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE Minister of Foreign … [Περισσότερα...]

The sixth floor will feature the Tower Deluxe rooms, while the seventh and eighth floors will house the Tower Executive category. The “Tower” naming was chosen to honour the area’s rich historical heritage, blending the hotel’s local roots with a fresh design approach suited for today’s travellers. The refurbishment is the result of a creative collaboration between international designers … [Περισσότερα...]

Peru’s capital Lima has truly cemented its star status on the global stage as a gastronomic powerhouse this year with four of the World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025 located in Lima - Maido (1st), Kjolle (9th), Mérito (26th) and Mayta (39th), truly making it a city of international influence. While Lima shines brightly, Peru’s culinary story goes far beyond its capital. From the Pacific coast to the … [Περισσότερα...]

Lisbon’s historic Alfama district will once again host the Caixa Alfama Festival on 26-27 September 2025, celebrating Portugal’s most iconic musical tradition. Over two days, more than 40 artists will perform across 12 stages - from churches and auditoriums to plazas and cultural venues - transforming the neighbourhood into a living stage and confirming the festival as a standout event in Lisbon’s … [Περισσότερα...]

This autumn and winter, Okinawa will come alive with festivals that showcase the islands’ traditions, community spirit and natural beauty. Highlights include the Guinness World Record-holding Naha Great Tug-of-War and centuries-old gratitude festivals such as the Tanadui Festival on Taketomi, the Shichi Festival on Iriomote and the Kitsugansai Festival on Kohama. Adding to the season’s appeal, the … [Περισσότερα...]

EVA Air, Taiwan’s leading independent airline, has introduced new flights to its services between both Taipei and Brisbane and Taipei and Milan. From 16 January 2026, the Taipei-Milan-Taipei route will be offering a daily service, representing an increase of 3 flights per week (the route currently operates flights 4 days per week). What’s more the Taipei-Brisbane-Taipei route will see additional … [Περισσότερα...]

Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s award-winning travel platform, today announced a preferred partnership with Miles & More, the loyalty programme of the Lufthansa Group, designed to enhance travel experiences, reward loyalty and provide more ways for members of both programmes to earn and enjoy rewards through travel. Starting today, Marriott Bonvoy members who link their Miles & … [Περισσότερα...]

Marriott International, Inc. today announced it has signed an agreement with Kuzu Group to bring a luxury resort and branded residences under the iconic St. Regis brand within the secluded enclave of the Kazikli Cove in Bodrum. Anticipated to open in 2030, the beachfront project will bring the brand’s celebrated rituals, bespoke spirit, storied heritage and signature Butler service to Türkiye’s … [Περισσότερα...]

In honor of International Housekeeping Week, September 14 to 20, Quore is celebrating the vital role housekeepers play in hotel operations and highlighting how technology can simplify the hardest and often most thankless job they perform. Quore’s Cleanings Plus gives housekeeping teams a smarter way to stay connected. By streamlining communication and enhancing efficiency across shifts, the … [Περισσότερα...]

Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind regenerative tourism destinations The Red Sea and AMAALA, has announced that the first resorts and attractions on Shura Island will begin opening to guests in the coming weeks. Phase one of the launch includes the debut of SLS, EDITION, and InterContinental hotels, along with Shura Links, Saudi Arabia’s first island golf course. This moment marks a major … [Περισσότερα...]

Property management software Hospitable has launched Hospitable Academy, a free global education platform offering expert-led courses to help short-term rental (STR) hosts and property managers build stronger, more sustainable businesses. As the sector expands and professionalizes, hosts are under pressure to master a far broader skillset, from operations and guest communication to technology and … [Περισσότερα...]

Found in the heart of the capital amidst the lush, tree-lined boulevards of Lutyens’ Delhi, Shangri-La Eros New Delhi introduces its exclusive new Wellness Club, redefining urban well-being and catering to the most discerning biohackers and wellness connoisseurs. The expansive 27,000 sq. ft. sanctuary is designed as a retreat in the heart of the city and offers over 4,000 sq. ft. of world-class … [Περισσότερα...]

Kempinski Hotels has announced the appointment of Frank Veenstra as Chief Development Officer, tasking him with helping to shape the brand’s next phase as Kempinski continues to move into the ultra-luxury segment. Veenstra will lead the evolution of Kempinski’s development strategy, focusing on curating its portfolio in ways that resonate with a new generation of high-end travellers while … [Περισσότερα...]

Kerzner International Holdings Limited (“Kerzner”) recently announced the signing of the first One&Only resort and community of Private Homes to be developed in Fiji. Located in the Yasawa Islands, an archipelago in Western Fiji, the resort is slated to open in 2029 with Private Homes going on sale this November. This milestone development reflects Fiji’s rising prominence as a destination … [Περισσότερα...]

Wyndham Rewards®, the #1 hotel loyalty program as named by readers of USA TODAY, has added KrisFlyer, the lifestyle rewards program of the Singapore Airlines Group, to its roster of point transfer partners, giving its approximately 120 million enrolled members new ways to unlock added value from their membership. Under the partnership, Wyndham Rewards members can now choose to earn KrisFlyer … [Περισσότερα...]

The Grand Hyatt brand, Asia’s standard bearer of premium hospitality for more than 35 years, is strategically investing in evolving its offerings across the region to further support the changing needs of meetings and events planners and attendees. The shift includes placing sustainability and wellbeing at the heart of the event experience, implementing innovative event features at new properties … [Περισσότερα...]