On behalf of H.E. Ahmed Al-Khateeb, Minister of Tourism, Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) CEO Ageel AlShaibani has officially opened the inaugural WTM Spotlight Riyadh, marking the launch of a new international meeting place for the travel and tourism industry as Saudi Arabia continues its transformation into one of the world's most dynamic tourism markets under Vision 2030. ➪ Continue reading the … [Read more...]

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, and Khalifa University of Science and Technology, one of the region's leading academic and research institutions, have successfully concluded their latest joint internship programme, marking another milestone in the two institutions' shared commitment to Emirati talent and advancing the UAE's aviation ambitions. ➪ Continue reading the full article … [Read more...]

Uganda Airlines has signed a new deal with travel technology provider Amadeus and become the first African carrier to deploy Amadeus SkyWORKS. The flight schedule development solution provides the flag-carrier with an integrated workbench, featuring powerful editing capabilities, real-time feasibility checking, and all the capabilities required for schedule reporting and distribution. The solution … [Read more...]

Hilton today announces the signing of London Bridge Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, as part of a franchise agreement with Gama Holdings, marking the debut of the lifestyle brand in the UK capital and becoming Hilton's ninth brand in London. Set beside London Bridge Station in one of the city's most vibrant and well-connected districts, the 153-room hotel is expected to welcome guests in … [Read more...]

This week, the Caribbean Media Exchange (CMEx) highlights another distinguished leadership laureate who will be celebrated at the 2026 CMEx Leadership Awards and Fundraiser on Sunday, Dec. 6, 2026, at Loews Coral Gables Hotel in the Miami area. … [Read more...]

The Cayman Islands welcomed a record 333,747 stayover visitors in the first seven months of 2026, up 11% from the same period last year. July arrivals rose 10% to 45,053, marking the destination's ninth consecutive month of growth. … [Read more...]

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will fly to Saudi Arabia's Red Sea coast from 4 October 2026. The year-round service to Red Sea International Airport puts a new holiday destination on our map just over three hours from Abu Dhabi. … [Read more...]

Qantas has today launched a two-week sale for UK customers, with return Economy fares from London to Australia starting from £939 and fares to Singapore from £629. … [Read more...]

Opening its doors in November 2026, Cowdray House, Cowdray Estate's historic 22-bedroom country house, is set to unveil a new, beautifully-appointed luxury spa, available exclusively for guests of the House.  … [Read more...]

Red Sea Global (RSG), the regenerative tourism developer, today announced the opening of Nammos Resort AMAALA, marking the launch of Nammos' first resort hotel globally and a significant addition to AMAALA's growing lifestyle and hospitality offering. … [Read more...]

This September, Nova Maldives will once again partner with PADI, the world's leading organisation for scuba diving education, to co-host Project AWARE Week, running from 16 to 20 September 2026. Brought to life by the resort's marine team , the week gives resort guests, from first-time snorkellers to seasoned divers, the chance to combine wildlife observation with hands-on conservation work, … [Read more...]

Government ministers, policymakers and senior international travel leaders will gather at Arabian Travel Market's (ATM) 2026 next week, as the tourism industry comes together in Dubai to examine the future of travel regionally and internationally, from 14–17 September at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). … [Read more...]

Miles & More, the Lufthansa Group's loyalty programme, has partnered with Currensea, the market-leading payments technology platform for co-branded multi-bank debit cards, and Mastercard, to launch the new Miles & More Debit Card for UK customers. … [Read more...]

Hurtigruten, the leader in iconic Norwegian coastal voyages, has announced a new wave offer of at least 15% off 2027 fly cruises. Available across select Signature and Original Voyages booked between today and 9 November 2026, this discount enables guests to discover Norway no matter the time of year, for less. … [Read more...]

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released the updated 2027 editions of key industry manuals for cargo and ground operations, which incorporate major changes and revisions to align with evolving global standards. … [Read more...]

River cruise operator VIVA Cruises has launched a limited time 'Autumn Getaway' flight credit offer. … [Read more...]

September is set to be another busy month at Rove Hotels, with a packed line-up of staycation offers, dining experiences, and exclusive partnerships designed to give Rovers more ways to stay, eat, play, and unwind across the UAE. … [Read more...]

Dusit Hotels and Resorts, the hotel arm of Dusit International, one of Thailand's leading hotel and property development companies, will open Dusit Princess Ipoh on 1 October 2026, bringing its distinctive Thai-inspired gracious hospitality to Ipoh, the capital of Malaysia's Perak state. … [Read more...]

In August, Norse Atlantic Airways delivered continued strong commercial performance in own network with unit revenue (TRASK) up 30% year-over-year to 6.9 US cents per available seat kilometer. While capacity reductions due to elevated fuel prices impact the number of passengers carried, the load factor remained close to 99%, confirming stable strong demand for Norse's long-haul product. ➪ … [Read more...]

Azerai Ke Ga Bay and Azerai La Residence, Hue have earned places among Asia's elite for service excellence, ranking No. 9 and No. 10 respectively in the "Top 10 Hotels for Service" category in Smart Travel Asia's Best in Travel Poll 2026. … [Read more...]