Venice has reactivated its tourist entry fee system for 2026, and the program is significantly larger than when it first launched. The city now requires day visitors to pay to enter on 60 designated days […]

China has resumed direct passenger flights to North Korea for the first time in six years, marking a cautious step toward reopening one of the world’s most isolated countries after prolonged pandemic-era border closures. The […]

Marriott Bonvoy’s Tribute Portfolio has announced the opening of Varel Singapore. The 128-room hotel further expands Tribute Portfolio’s footprint in Singapore which includes the boutique hotels, The Serangoon House Little India, and The Vagabond Club, Singapore. Set within […]

Air France has permanently withdrawn from Paris Orly Airport, ending a historic chapter for France’s flagship carrier at one of the capital’s two main aviation hubs. The final Air France flight, arriving from Nice, touched […]

A mass outage of Baidu driverless taxis in Wuhan left passengers stranded in moving traffic, raising fresh concerns about autonomous vehicle safety.  Authorities said more than 100 robotaxis stopped mid-journey due to a system failure. The […]

Eurovision is heading to Asia for the first time, with Bangkok confirmed as the host city for the inaugural Eurovision Asia song contest, set to take place in November 2025. Organisers have announced a partnership […]

Istanbul’s Sabiha Gökçen International Airport has claimed the title of Europe’s fastest-growing major airport, posting passenger growth of 14.3% in January 2026 and 15.7% in February 2026. The figures, drawn from the latest traffic reports […]

Delta Air Lines has signed a long-term agreement with Amazon to introduce faster, more reliable in-flight connectivity using Amazon Leo satellite technology, with installation planned on 500 aircraft starting in 2028. The move expands Delta’s […]

Bellevue has strengthened its position as a regional travel hub with the opening of Sound Transit’s Crosslake Connection, a new light-rail link that connects downtown Bellevue directly to Seattle and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The line […]

With the arrival of Japan’s enchanting cherry blossom season, locals and tourists packed the country’s most stunning cherry blossom spots to enjoy the dazzling flowers at full bloom. The flowers symbolise both the youthful energy […]

Aena has won the concession to operate Rio de Janeiro’s Galeão airport after a competitive public auction, strengthening its position as Brazil’s largest private airport operator. The Spanish group secured the licence with a bid […]

Hertz data highlights the best days to save spring break travel, as demand spreads across multiple weeks in March and April, offering travellers more flexibility and savings opportunities. Instead of one peak holiday period, demand […]

Taiwan-based China Airlines has unveiled its second Pokemon-themed aircraft in partnership with The Pokemon Company, the “Pikachu Jet CI2”. The Airbus A350-900 features a vibrant livery of flying Pokémon under the “Flying Out to the […]

SAS marks the start of its 80th year of operations with a specially painted Airbus A330-300, celebrating eight decades of connecting Scandinavia with the world. Throughout 2026, the airline will highlight its heritage and continued […]

Indian low-cost airline IndiGo has appointed International Air Transport Association or IATA’s chief Willie Walsh, one of the industry’s highest-profile figures, as chief executive. Walsh’s term at IATA ends on 31 July and he is expected to […]

Nepal has charged 32 people in connection with a multi-million euro fraud linked to helicopter rescue operations on Mount Everest, according to local reports. The case centres on allegations that climbers were pressured into unnecessary […]

Windstar Cruises is introducing a new type of journey that connects river and ocean cruising in a single seamless itinerary, allowing travellers to sail from inland waterways to coastal destinations without changing ships. The concept […]

AC Hotel by Marriott Symphony Park and Element by Westin Symphony Park in Las Vegas have appointed Laura Jaramillo as Director of Sales and Marketing, marking a new leadership move at the dual-branded property that […]

Radisson Hotel Group has surpassed 100 hotels in Africa, including properties in operation and under development, as it accelerates its growth strategy across the continent. Over the past 12 months, the group has signed more […]

Starting 31 March, Airbnb guests in over 125 cities across Asia, Europe, and Latin America – including Paris, Bali, and Mexico City – will be able to pre-book a private car service with Welcome Pickups […]

One day after the announcement of direct flights between Rome and Krakow, today LOT Polish Airlines announced another flight to another Italian city; Bologna. In fact, LOT Polish Airlines yesterday has launched a new route […]

Short-term rentals used to sit at the edges of the property market. They were often treated as a side strategy: useful for certain owners, but separate from mainstream property operations. That has changed. In many […]

Opened in February, the Dior Bamboo Pavilion concept store is an architectural statement that blends Parisian heritage with Japanese inspiration. Its bamboo design was constructed from recycled Japanese aluminium, inspired by the façade of Dior’s iconic […]

LOT Polish Airlines launches a new direct route between Rome Fiumicino Airport and Krakow, offering year-round service with flights operating five days a week. The new connection allows travellers to reach the southern Polish city […]

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for February 2026 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 6.1% compared to February 2025. Total capacity, […]