Direct high-speed train services between Madrid and Málaga resumed on April 30 after more than three months of disruption, with all three operators — Renfe, Iryo and Ouigo — returning to the route from midday. […]

A wave of new cross-border train services is launching across Europe in 2026, connecting major capitals and offering travellers direct rail alternatives to short-haul flights for the first time in years. The expansion spans daytime […]

Hilton has announced that it will make eight new luxury and lifestyle brand debuts into new markets across Asia Pacific this year and plans more than 15 openings in the segments in 2026. Together, these […]

Luxury hotels in Ankara have reached 90% occupancy as the Turkish capital prepares to host the 2026 NATO Heads of State and Government Summit, with the hospitality sector undergoing sweeping security upgrades and staff training […]

Rarely witnessed extreme pulsating Northern Lights have been captured on camera in Norway by world-leading Northern Lights expert and Hurtigruten’s Chief Aurora Chaser, Tom Kerss. The unusually powerful display is one of the longest on […]

Turkey has introduced new aviation safety rules that ban charging portable chargers, commonly known as power banks, on board aircraft and limit each passenger to carrying two devices. The changes were announced by the country’s […]

The European Parliament and the European Council have reached a provisional agreement to abolish the A1 certificate requirement for short-term business travel, ending years of administrative burden for companies operating across the EU single market. […]

For millions of holidaymakers, a cigarette on the beach, a smoke on a café terrace, or a post-dinner cigarette at a restaurant table is part of the holiday ritual. But that habit is about to […]

Star Alliance has unveiled its lounge at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, located in the newly opened Terminal 3. The opening builds on the success of the Alliance’s first lounge in Asia in 2024, also in […]

German holiday bookings suffered their sharpest monthly decline of the current tourism year in March 2026, as the outbreak of the Iran war triggered an immediate retreat in consumer confidence and sent demand for organised […]

As summer draws near and families eagerly start planning their holidays, activities and experiences remain at the heart of crafting a memorable family summer vacation. Digital travel platform Agoda reveals that Shanghai Disneyland tops the list […]

A new study has found that the way older passengers are distributed across an aircraft cabin can significantly affect evacuation times, raising fresh questions about whether current aviation safety standards reflect the realities of an […]

French people are planning to spend less on summer holidays in 2026 as inflation, higher transport costs and geopolitical tensions reshape travel choices, according to a new survey. Fewer travellers are certain their trips will […]

France has urged its citizens in Mali to leave the country “as soon as possible” after weekend attacks on government targets across several cities, in a warning that underlined the worsening security situation. The French […]

New York City has its first full-service casino after Resorts World New York City opened more than 240 live table games at its Queens facility on April 28, marking a historic milestone for the city’s […]

IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed agreements for two new Holiday Inn branded hotels in Aswan, Egypt, adding 400 rooms to its growing portfolio in the country. The deals, signed with Misr Holanda and Avenue […]

The United States State Department has unveiled a limited-edition redesign of the American passport that places President Donald Trump’s portrait on an interior page, making him the first sitting president to appear on an official […]

BWH Hotels has continued to elevate Vietnam’s hospitality landscape with the opening of Imperial Dalat Hotel, BW Collection, an elegant new hotel that will cater to leisure seekers, business travelers, and meeting planners in Da […]

Winter in Florida is made for unhurried mornings and long afternoons outdoors. Mild temperatures, abundant sunshine, and a steady lineup of parks and beaches make it a reliable choice when you want warmth without complicated […]

ITA Airways is expanding its summer 2026 schedule with three new leisure routes from Rome Fiumicino and increased frequencies on existing Mediterranean connections. The Italian carrier will operate the new services between July and September […]

This week, United Airlines will kick off its summer schedule with service to new European destinations in Croatia, Italy, Scotland and Spain. The new routes begin launching tomorrow – April 30, giving customers even more […]

Africa’s chain hotel development pipeline has reached a record high of 675 hotels and 123,846 rooms as of early 2026, with Egypt emerging as the undisputed engine of growth across the continent. The findings come […]

French holiday bookings for May bank holidays have jumped 15.20% compared to the same period last year, according to a new study by vacation rental platform Particulier à Particulier (PAP). The rebound follows a slight […]

Travellers planning an Italian getaway in 2026 may face higher overnight costs as more municipalities raise or introduce tourist taxes across the country. A new report says 1,411 municipalities are expected to apply the charge […]

Transavia, the low-cost subsidiary of the Air France-KLM group, is canceling a portion of its flights in May and June as soaring kerosene prices squeeze airline budgets across Europe. The carrier confirmed the schedule changes […]

Boeing and Copa Airlines announced the Panamanian operator has ordered 40 737 MAX airplanes. Under the agreement, Copa Airlines also has options to acquire up to 20 more of the single-aisle airplane family. Copa Airlines […]

Southwest Airlines has unveiled Independence One, a new special livery aircraft created to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States. The airline said the plane will officially join the fleet on April 29, with […]

The Bahamas has been chosen to host the Global Sustainable Tourism Council 2027 Conference, a historic selection that establishes the destination as a regional pioneer in sustainable tourism, environmental stewardship, and long-term economic resilience.   Set to take […]

Europe remains one of the world’s most visited regions, with international tourist arrivals continuing to climb through 2026. As travelers cross borders more frequently and lean on their smartphones for everything from boarding passes to […]

TUI Cruises has ended its 2025/26 Canary Islands season, with cruise ship Mein Schiff 7 now sailing north to Hamburg after departing Gran Canaria on an eleven-day voyage. The ship is scheduled to arrive in […]

Budget airlines including Ryanair, Transavia and Volotea are cutting flights as higher jet fuel prices squeeze margins and force carriers to trim capacity. The price pressure is linked to the Middle East war, which has […]

The Meetings Show Asia Pacific 2026 (TMS APAC) concluded its third edition on a high note, reinforcing Asia Pacific’s position as one of the world’s most dynamic and resilient markets for the MICE industry. Held from 14–15 […]

Emirates has announced that its flagship A380 aircraft is set to reach new heights as the first installation of next-generation Starlink Wi-Fi onboard has just been completed. The complimentary, ultra-fast service delivers ground-quality internet at cruising […]

Hilton has announced the grand opening of Casa Maini Resort Napa Valley, Curio Collection by Hilton in California, following a complete, top‑to‑bottom redevelopment that transforms the property in its entirety. Fully rebuilt and re‑envisioned, the 203-room […]

Google Flights has released new search data showing which destinations are seeing the strongest growth in interest among US travellers planning trips for summer 2026, with St. Maarten topping the international list and Kansas City […]

Turkish Airlines is suspending flights to 18 international destinations between May and June 2026, in a sweeping network restructure that affects routes across Africa, Europe, the Middle East and Central Asia. Schedule changes filed by […]

European flight prices are falling in the short term as airlines try to win back travellers worried about the economic fallout from the war in Iran, the boss of Wizz Air has said. Wizz Air […]

United Airlines chief executive Scott Kirby has confirmed he approached rival American Airlines about a merger that would have created the world’s largest airline, but the proposal has collapsed after American rejected it outright and […]

Visitors heading to Maui are being advised that the Iao Valley State Monument has closed for nearly 2 months while improvement works take place at one of the island’s best-known natural attractions. The closure began […]

Spain’s major urban destinations are heading into the May Day long weekend with hotel occupancy rates of between 82% and 95%, as demand for short breaks pushes availability close to its limits across the country’s […]

Spanair, the Spanish airline that collapsed in 2012 after going bankrupt, is returning to the travel market in 2026 as an air distribution and marketing platform, 14 years after ceasing operations and just one year […]

Waldorf Astoria New York has launched the “Devilishly Chic Getaway”, a curated overnight escape, inspired by 20th Century Studios’ “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” in theatres on 1 May. The movie stars Meryl Streep, Anne […]

Hilton has unveiled the renovated Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus, completing a major upgrade of one of the city’s best-known hotels. The transformation covers all 475 guest rooms and suites, adds new dining and social venues, and […]

Spain’s airport authority AENA has introduced new measures allowing families with young children and passengers with disabilities to bypass biometric queues at Spanish airports, after the rollout of the European Union’s new Entry/Exit System triggered […]

Minor Hotels has signed two new resort properties in Thailand with Rasa Group, adding Colbert Collection Koh Samui and Avani Koh Phangan to its growing portfolio in the country. The deals mark the debut of […]

Southwest Airlines has joined IATA’s Schedule Data Exchange Program (SDEP), bringing the number of contributing airlines to 190. The SDEP was launched in late 2023 to build a uniquely airline-owned schedule and minimum connecting time […]

Qantas will be the first airline in the world to offer a purpose-built Wellbeing Zone located between the Premium Economy and Economy cabins, where passengers can: enjoy a selection of premium self-serve refreshments such as hydration therapy […]

IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed Holiday Inn Express Sapporo Susukino in Japan, expanding its presence in one of the country’s busiest tourism markets. The 223-room hotel is scheduled to open in July 2026 after […]

The Pacific Asia Travel Association has chosen Macao, China, as the host city for PATA Travel Mart 2027, with the three-day event scheduled to run from 20 to 22 September 2027. It will be the […]

Lufthansa is introducing a new uniform for its employees that combines tradition and innovation as it celebrates its 100th anniversary. The new outfits for cockpit, cabin, and ground staff were unveiled at a fashion show […]

Turkey has secured Formula 1’s return to Istanbul Park from 2027, signing a guaranteed five-year deal that officials say could reshape the city’s standing as a premium global tourism destination. The agreement was confirmed following […]

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ITA Airways has announced an expansion of its connections with India and Thailand during the peak of the 2026 summer season, responding to the growing demand for direct connections between Italy and Asia and reaffirming […]

Ryanair will close its Berlin base from 24 October 2026 and cut its Berlin winter schedule by 50%, blaming persistently high operating costs and additional fee increases imposed by Berlin Brandenburg Airport. The airline will […]

Air Canada has taken delivery in Hamburg of its first Airbus A321XLR, a next-generation single-aisle aircraft designed to fly longer routes efficiently and with greater passenger comfort. The arrival of this aircraft marks an important […]

Lagardère Travel Retail has opened nine foodservice concepts across ten locations and six new RELAY stores at Frankfurt Airport’s new Terminal 3, marking the company’s largest single expansion in Germany. The new terminal, which opened […]

Building on the success of their previous collections, ‘New Envol’ and ‘Allure’, Air France and DELSEY PARIS are proud to present ‘Elegance’, a new comprehensive range of suitcases. Featuring clean lines, meticulous finishes and thoughtful […]

easyJet is launching nine new routes from UK airports this winter, connecting passengers to destinations including Rome, Ljubljana, Budapest, Agadir, and Reykjavik. The new services take off from Birmingham, Belfast International, London Luton, London Southend, […]

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has forced policymakers in Asia to face questions over the security of other maritime chokepoints, including the Straits of Malacca, which is the world’s busiest waterway for international trade, as […]

Etihad Airways is expanding its United States network with significant frequency increases on two key routes, upgrading Chicago O’Hare to double-daily service and Charlotte to daily flights from 15 June 2026. Both routes operate aboard […]

Italy is trialling a humanoid robot as a museum guide at historic sites in Turin and Genoa, with early visitor feedback showing strong approval for the technology. The robot, known as R1, moves on wheels […]

Çelebi Aviation has announced its entry into the Kenyan market, marking a key milestone in its expansion across Africa and reinforcing its focus on high-potential regions. With more than 65 years of experience in ground […]

Global travel has fully rebounded, and with it, the modern traveller’s awareness of air quality has sharpened considerably. Destinations like Delhi, Bangkok, Jakarta, Hanoi, and Beijing remain among the most visited cities in Asia while […]

Malaysia Airlines and cricket team Mumbai Indians have unveiled a one-of-a-kind aircraft livery, bringing together the iconic blue and gold of one of cricket’s most celebrated franchises to the skies with the blues of Malaysia Airlines. […]

Minor Hotels has announced the debut of its experiential luxury brand in the United States with Anantara Miami Resort & Residences.  Rising 650 feet above Biscayne Bay, the landmark development signals a defining moment for the […]

Kuwait has reopened its airspace at Kuwait International Airport after a nearly two-month closure, with flights set to resume gradually, the state-run news agency Kuna said as reported by Gulf News. The move marks the start […]

AmaWaterways has announced its most ambitious expansion to date, growing its global fleet to more than 50 ships by 2032, with 15 new ships in Europe and more than 60 percent capacity growth beyond the […]

The U.S. Travel Association issued the following statement after some civil and human rights groups were actively warning people against travelling to the United States. The statement is as follows: Let’s say the quiet part […]