The Ambassador of the Kingdom of Morocco to the United Kingdom and the Moroccan National Tourist Office (MNTO) hosted an exclusive reception at the prestigious Wallace Collection in London, in connection with the exhibition Winston Churchill: The Painter. The initiative reflects MNTO’s ambition to place culture and internationally renowned figures at the heart of Morocco’s global tourism promotion. Coinciding with World Travel Market (WTM) London, the Moroccan National Tourist Office selected one of Britain’s most distinguished art institutions, the Wallace Collection, as the setting for an evening dedicated to the exhibition Winston Churchill: The Painter.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 13:55:44 +0000

Malaysia Airlines is strengthening its commitment to the UK and European markets at World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026, marking its first dedicated standalone exhibition at the event and largest exhibition presence outside of Malaysia. The airline also formalised new partnerships with Yonder and Klarna to enhance customer loyalty and payment flexibility for UK travellers. Spanning 397.5 square metres across two levels, the stand was officially opened on the first day of WTM London by Bryan Foong, Chief Executive Officer of Airline Business and Dersenish Aresandiran, Chief Commercial Officer of Airline Business from Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) during a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The airline also welcomed His Excellency Dato’ Indera Dr. Azfar Mohamad Mustafar, High Commissioner of Malaysia to the United Kingdom, who visited the stand to experience the airline’s showcase.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 13:53:27 +0000

As January’s winter chill sets in, BodyHoliday in St Lucia offers the perfect antidote to the post-Christmas blues. With direct flights from London Gatwick, guests can trade the gloom for the turquoise waters of Cariblue Beach, embracing a refreshing start to the new year with a restorative escape that combines sunshine, wellbeing and a little indulgence.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 13:49:09 +0000

Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB) revealed the island’s latest tourism developments at World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026, taking place from 3-5 November at ExCeL London. Led by the Deputy Minister of Tourism, Hon. Prof. Ruwan Ranasinghe, the Sri Lanka delegation hosted a lunch and press conference on 4 November, sharing updates on new air connectivity from the UK, the country’s national tourism strategy and its priorities for 2027.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 13:47:17 +0000

Quito is participating at World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026, taking place from 3 to 5 November at ExCeL London, with its own stand (N8-314), where it is showcasing its tourism offering and strengthening its positioning among international travel industry professionals. The Ecuadorian capital is using this global platform to reinforce relationships with tour operators, travel agencies, specialised media and strategic partners across Europe’s key source markets.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 13:04:37 +0000

IDeaS, a SAS company and the world’s leading provider of hospitality revenue management software and services, today announced it will reconvene its Resorts Revenue Council on February 10th, 2027 at the SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt. The event will bring together commercial leaders from resort organizations, technology providers, and industry experts from the Egyptian Hotels Association as well as the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International – Egypt (HSMAI) chapter to discuss emerging revenue management challenges and help inform future innovation priorities for the resort segment.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:59:52 +0000

ONYX Hospitality Group, one of Asia Pacific’s leading hospitality management companies, is strengthening its engagement with the UK travel trade ahead of World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026, spotlighting its diverse portfolio of hotels and resorts across Thailand and the continued evolution of its flagship Amari brand. As the Group celebrates its 60th anniversary in 2026, its focus remains on delivering distinctive hospitality experiences across Thailand’s most sought-after destinations, from the tropical beaches of Southern Thailand to the established coastal resorts of Pattaya and Hua Hin, alongside the growing appeal of Bangkok for long-haul travellers.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:50:02 +0000

VIVA Cruises has confirmed that its Douro river ship has been renamed VIVA MIRANTE. The 120-guest ship, which entered service in 2024 as Porto Mirante, will adopt the new name with immediate effect. The change comes ahead of the vessel’s first full season operating exclusively for VIVA Cruises, when it will offer 32 departures on the Douro, from March to November, 2027.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:40:29 +0000

Air India hosted an exclusive evening in London with the Hon’ble Minister of Tourism and Culture, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, bringing together leading travel trade partners from across the United Kingdom on the sidelines of World Travel Market (WTM) London. The event provided a platform for meaningful discussions on strengthening inbound tourism to India, unlocking growth opportunities across key international markets, and showcasing the country’s rich and diverse tourism offerings to global travellers.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:28:18 +0000

Broadcasters Julia Bradbury and Kate Humble urged tour operators at WTM London to think carefully about how they target different audiences and the language needed to woo the right customers. Speaking yesterday during sessions on the Wanderlust Stage, they both extolled the virtues of the great outdoors and getting off the beaten track – especially if it encourages travellers to put down their phones and fully experience destinations.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:18:20 +0000

Visit Qatar announced the launch of Stopover Your Way (Enjoy Two Nights on Us) at World Travel Market (WTM) London, offering eligible UK travellers two nights’ accommodation at participating four-star hotels across Qatar. Developed in partnership with Qatar Airways and Discover Qatar, the promotion encourages travellers to turn their journey into an opportunity to discover all that Qatar has to offer, from its rich cultural heritage to its beaches, desert adventures, museums and vibrant culinary scene. There are a number of participating four-star hotels, and customers have flexible options to upgrade or extend their stay.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:15:36 +0000

InteleTravel has joined the Institute of Travel & Tourism (ITT) as a corporate member, with the partnership finalised at World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026. The membership creates further opportunities for InteleTravel’s advisors to develop their industry knowledge and education, expand their professional networks and connect with senior leaders across the travel sector. Through partnership, InteleTravel advisors will have opportunities to attend ITT events, connecting with industry partners and peers while increasing their knowledge of the wider travel industry. With ITT expanding its regional events, the partnership will reach advisors around the country.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:14:41 +0000

FHS Living, Europe’s investment forum for the living sector, has confirmed the first speakers for its Paris edition, taking place at Pullman Paris Montparnasse on 23–24 February 2027. FHS Living is part of Future Hospitality Summit (FHS), the investment series organised by The Bench, which has run hospitality investment forums for more than two decades. FHS also runs FHS World in Dubai, now in its 22nd edition, as well as FHS Saudi Arabia, FHS Africa and FHS Egypt. Senior leaders from real estate investment, development and operations are among the first names confirmed for Paris, with more speakers to be announced in the coming weeks.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:06:23 +0000

Mandarin Oriental today launches MO•RE, a new sustainability platform and manifesto designed to challenge the conventions of luxury hospitality and place resilience, connection and regeneration at the centre of how the Group grows, operates and creates exceptional experiences. Over the past fifteen years, the Group has made significant progress towards its 2030 targets, including a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions and more than 80,000 hours contributed by colleagues through volunteering.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 09:46:07 +0000

MPs and Members of the House of Lords have launched a new All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) dedicated to the UK cruise industry. The group will focus on growing the benefits of cruise across the UK, supporting jobs, businesses and communities, while exploring how policy can strengthen the UK’s competitiveness in the international cruise industry, from skills and decarbonisation to tourism and regional growth.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 08:38:41 +0000

Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, the world’s leading ultra-luxury cruise line, has unveiled the entertainment programme for Seven Seas Prestige™, Regent’s first new ship class in a decade. Conceived as an integral part of the journey, the programme debuts with six original productions and Regent’s most expansive live music offering yet, including the line’s first onboard DJ, jazz duo and string duo. Two fresh concepts complete the programme: The Broadway Experience, arriving aboard Seven Seas Prestige on January 20, 2027, with recent and current Broadway and West End talent, and Luminaries at Sea, a fleetwide speaker series.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 08:32:25 +0000

Escorted tour operator Travelsphere has launched a new travel agent incentive running until November 30. Every new booking made up to the end of the month will go into a prize draw to win a £500 Christmas shopping voucher of the winner’s choice.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 08:29:08 +0000

Strengthening Tourism for a Resilient and Regenerative Future was the theme of the 20th anniversary WTM Ministers’ Summit, held on day two of World Travel Market, London 2026, part of RX Global. The summit, held in association with UN Tourism and the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is one of the largest annual gatherings of tourism ministers, with 50 present for this year.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 08:27:02 +0000

Listening and liaising with customers, communities and industry partners was a key theme debated across the stages during the second day of WTM London, part of RX Global. Speakers on the accessibility panel on the Wanderlust Stage urged the travel industry to listen more and give disabled travellers better information to help them make travel decisions.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 08:19:35 +0000

Bangladesh has officially launched a global partnership campaign to celebrate the centenary of its iconic Paddle Steamer PS Mahsud, which will complete 100 years in 2028. The campaign, titled “100 Years • 100 Global Partners,” was formally unveiled on 03 November,2026 by Ambassador Muhammad Abdul Muhith, High Commissioner of Bangladesh to the United Kingdom, at the Bangladesh Tourism Board Pavilion during the World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026 at ExCeL London.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 08:17:41 +0000

More than 800 primary school students in Cape Town enjoyed a day of rugby, learning and creativity as Emirates, European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR) and the Kolisi Foundation brought the Emirates Nourishment Programme to life at a local school. Joined by DHL Stormers players, Kolisi Foundation founder Siya Kolisi, Emirates Cabin Crew and team members from South Africa and Dubai, and EPCR representatives, the partners showed how good nutrition, education and the power of sport can help children build confidence and realise their potential.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 08:12:08 +0000

Modern hospitality extends far beyond guest comfort and dining. Behind every stay lies operational decisions that dictate how water and energy are conserved, how waste is handled, and how local communities are supported. For Hospitality Management Holding (HMH), these practical choices define responsible hotel management.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 08:10:50 +0000

Elevate World, a leading UAE-based global travel and tourism group, is expanding its ancillary product offering through its GoElevate brand, adding a wider portfolio of activities, attraction tickets, event and concert tickets, experiences and airport transfers as it takes its offering beyond accommodation. These products, previously available only through the Elevate DMC brand, are now open to a wider audience through GoElevate, the group’s online distribution platform. To support the expansion, Elevate World is investing in technology that sources the right ancillary products for each destination and matches them to the needs of its demand partners, using the latest AI technologies through Yara AI. Announced at World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026, the expansion comes alongside the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi).
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 08:07:36 +0000

From holiday lights and festive performances to classic cars and waterfront celebrations, the Daytona Beach area is ready to welcome visitors for a holiday season. With a variety of signature events and seasonal traditions, Daytona Beach offers families, couples and friends plenty of reasons to celebrate the holidays along Florida’s Atlantic coast.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 08:05:55 +0000

UK tour operator Cape Verde Experience is celebrating 20 years of operating holidays to Cape Verde, alongside a major accolade for its local handling partner, Barracuda Tours, which has been named Cape Verde’s Leading Destination Management Company 2026 at the World Travel Awards. The twin milestones highlight Cape Verde Experience’s long-standing commitment to the destination and the local partnerships that help deliver holidays across the archipelago.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 07:54:56 +0000

Pet Jet Travel (PJT), a Barcelona-based travel agency and travel technology company specialising in air travel with pets, has announced the launch of its new flight booking platform following its recent accreditation by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The new platform combines New Distribution Capability (NDC) airline distribution technology with dedicated services for passengers travelling with dogs and cats. Pet Jet Travel’s newly secured IATA accreditation provides the credentials to support direct airline ticketing and NDC connectivity, bringing flight distribution and specialist pet travel arrangements together within a single booking experience.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 07:51:05 +0000

Virgin Atlantic is turning up the comfort this winter with a refreshed food and drink offering pairing bold new flavours with much-loved favourites. Launching on flights departing the UK from 4 November, the Autumn/Winter menu brings plenty to savour across every cabin, from rich duck ragù and Caribbean jerk chicken to a playful edible Orville making his Mile High Tea debut.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 07:49:23 +0000

Marriott International, Inc. today marks a landmark moment in its Asia Pacific excluding China (APEC) growth story, celebrating its 800th property in the region and its debut in Laos with the opening of La Résidence Phou Vao, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Luang Prabang. The 36-suite hilltop retreat is nestled within three acres of tropical gardens above the UNESCO World Heritage town of Luang Prabang, offering discerning travelers an immersive gateway to one of Southeast Asia’s most culturally rich and soul-stirring destinations.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 07:44:26 +0000

O’Two Hotels, a boutique hotel group in Cape Town, has announced the debut of Mar by O’Two Hotels, a luxury hotel anticipated to open on the Mouille Point coast in March 2027. The opening marks an exciting new chapter for the group and its evolution onto a dual-concept brand. Mar by O’Two Hotels will complement the existing lifestyle-led Terra by O’Two Hotels. Together they will offer two distinct ways to experience the city from a single coastal address.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 07:39:39 +0000

ROBINSON, the premium club brand of TUI Hotels & Resorts, is further expanding its presence in Egypt and will operate two clubs in Somabay in the future. At the World Travel Market (WTM) in London, ROBINSON and the Abu Soma Development Company extended the contract for the existing ROBINSON SOMA BAY until 2028. At the same time, the partners are developing a second ROBINSON club around one kilometre away. The planned new-build resort, with around 250 rooms, will be designed as an adults-only resort and is scheduled to open in 2029.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:18:30 +0000

Goa Tourism is strengthening its engagement with the UK travel market at World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026, being held from November 3–5, with a focus on expanding industry partnerships, reinforcing air connectivity and promoting Goa’s appeal as a destination for longer stays and workations. With the winter charter season underway, the state is showcasing a wider range of experiences to British travellers, extending beyond its renowned coastline to include heritage, culture, wellness, nature, wildlife and hinterland tourism.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:17:15 +0000

Award-winning social enterprise Women in Travel CIC was at WTM London this week to unveil its new branding, logo and vision. Women in Travel CIC supports underserved and underrepresented women into employment and entrepreneurial opportunities in travel and tourism, and the new branding is designed to celebrate its first 10 years of social impact, whilst looking ahead with vision and ambition towards a more inclusive travel and tourism industry, where women from all backgrounds can access, participate in, influence and benefit from economic opportunities equitably.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:10:42 +0000

Combining the diversity of its regions with new approaches to destination marketing, Italy is presenting a redesigned national pavilion at World Travel Market London, which opened on 3 November at ExCeL London and runs until 5 November 2026. Backed by the Ministry of Tourism and organised by ENIT S.p.A.- Italian National Tourism Boad, the Italian National Tourist Board, the pavilion covers more than 2,000 square metres and hosts institutions, destinations and tourism businesses under a single brand, ITALIA. The aim is to present the country to the international travel trade in a way that engages the senses, sparks emotion and inspires people to travel.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:08:04 +0000

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has signed a joint marketing agreement with the Cambodia Tourism Board to strengthen tourism cooperation and encourage more travellers to discover Cambodia through the airline’s global network. The agreement was signed during World Travel Market in London. The MoU provides a framework for the two organisations to work together to raise awareness of Cambodia as a leisure destination. Proposed areas of cooperation include joint marketing, destination promotion and engagement with the travel trade, highlighting the country’s cultural heritage and unique visitor experiences.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 12:23:18 +0000

At World Travel Market (WTM) London, taking place from 3 to 5 November, Slovenia is unveiling health and wellbeing as its central tourism communication theme for 2027, presenting a fresh perspective on what it means to feel good, reconnect with nature and travel with purpose. Joined by 20 Slovenian destinations and tourism providers, the Slovenian Tourist Board (STB) is showcasing the country’s diverse tourism experiences, with a special spotlight on the Carsus Trail, a remarkable cross-border hiking route born from the ashes of the devastating 2022 Karst wildfire. Slovenia’s presence at WTM London marks a key highlight in a busy autumn of international tourism promotion and business networking.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 12:21:58 +0000

Qatar Airways today has inaugurated its new twice-weekly service connecting Doha with Caracas and Bogotá. The service represents a significant milestone for the airline, as Qatar Airways becomes the first Gulf carrier to serve Venezuela, and the first airline to operate nonstop services from the Middle East to both Bogotá and Caracas. The new route underscores the airline’s commitment to strengthening global connectivity for the region and is operated on Boeing 777-200LR aircraft.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:38:53 +0000

With Carnival 2027 on the horizon, Visit Brasil launched its global campaign “The heartbeat of Brazil” on Tuesday (3 November) at WTM London 2026, in partnership with Beautiful Destinations. From samba school parades to street parties known as blocos, Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, Recife and Olinda showcase different ways to experience a cultural celebration shaped by the work and creativity of their communities.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:27:30 +0000

There is a special magic that arrives with the first snow at Shanghai Disney Resort—and this year, the resort is gathering all of it into one unforgettable winter celebration. From November 19, 2026, to February 20, 2027, the much-anticipated Disney Winter Frostival will bring with it lively entertainment, jolly outfits, dazzling décor, festive treats, commemorative merchandise, and special ticket offers—spanning the holidays from Christmas, New Year’s and beyond. With winter magic around every corner, families and friends will discover countless ways to create treasured memories together and become part of the fairytale themselves.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:25:31 +0000

The oneworld® alliance’s branded lounge at Seoul Incheon International Airport has again been named “Asia’s Leading Airline Lounge - Business Class” at the World Travel Awards, securing the title for a second consecutive year.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:22:15 +0000

Saudia, the national flag carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has presented its new Premium Economy Class seat at World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026. The new cabin offering is part of the airline’s ongoing fleet modernization and cabin refurbishment program under the ‘New Saudia Experience’ initiative.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:07:13 +0000