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QDrive Performance, the Heathrow-based premium vehicle hire, chauffeur and leasing operator, today unveiled QDrive Technologies, a new AI-powered marketplace platform built for the premium and luxury vehicle rental sector, at World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026, ExCeL London, 3–5 November.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 08:01:33 +0000
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Kicking off Day 1 of World Travel Market (WTM) London, industry leaders gathered at the Trends Stage for the panel ‘Can Next Gen Find You? How Language, Search and Trust Shape Discoverability’ to address how Gen Z search habits and generative AI are shifting traditional travel marketing.
Moderated by Joyce Oladeinde (Crescendo Digital), the session brought together Ore Ade (TikTok LIVE), Reza Moaiandin (SALT.agency), and Brennen Bliss, Founder and CEO of Propellic, to examine what travel brands must fix immediately to remain visible in an era of algorithmic search.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 07:31:45 +0000
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Some will have forgotten you by the time you reach the airport. Others stay with you: a smile that wasn’t forced, a host who remembered your name, and a place that felt, strangely, like home. Discovery Hotels & Resorts is betting that European travellers are ready for the second kind. This week at World Travel Market London 2026, the Indonesian hotel group will sit down with travel buyers, tour operators, MICE planners and media at ExCeL London from 3 to 5 November, not to hand out brochures, but to start conversations. Positioned within the Indonesia Pavilion, the group will present its portfolio across Jakarta, West Java, Bali, the Thousand Islands and East Nusa Tenggara, a cross section of a country that rarely fits into a single itinerary.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 07:30:45 +0000
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Belize Tourism Board (BTB) has announced a wave of new developments for 2027 and beyond, featuring major cultural exhibits, boutique resort openings, and the return of the streamlined air connectivity that allows UK travellers to reach the destination in a single day.
Central to the new offerings is the 2027 launch of the Te K’ab Chaak Tomb Exhibit at the Caracol Archaeological Reserve. Following its discovery during the 2025 archaeological field season, the exhibit will display rare Early Classic artifacts and elite burial objects, offering visitors an unprecedented look into the tomb of Te K’ab Chaak, Caracol’s first recorded ruler.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 07:17:03 +0000
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Set between the dramatic Hajar Mountains and the waters of the Gulf of Oman, Six Senses Zighy Bay announces its festive season programme for 20 December 2026 to 6 January 2027. Bringing together festive dining, family experiences, outdoor adventures and restorative wellness, the programme celebrates the season through the distinctive landscape, culture and natural surroundings of Oman’s Musandam Peninsula.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 07:16:19 +0000
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Ever sat through a meeting that could have been an email? Today, Visit Iceland launches AI Knittakers (Authentic Icelandic Knittakers), a distinctly Icelandic answer to the AI notetaker now embedded in many online meetings.
The new, free bookable service lets people send a real authentic Icelandic knitter to attend an online meeting in their place, giving them time back to focus on work, take a proper break, step away from their screens or perhaps head to Iceland.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 07:12:09 +0000
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Whether it’s bargaining in Marrakech’s souks, sailing across the crystal-clear waters in Phuket, spotting gorillas in Uganda, or sampling Lima’s foodie scene, G Adventures is ready to get you there for less. The small-group operator is launching its biggest sale of the year, slashing up to 30% off hundreds of adventures worldwide.
Running until 4 December 2026, the biggest Black Friday discounts can be secured on trips departing before 30 April 2027, but early planners can also enjoy 10% off on trips departing between 1 May and 31 August 2027.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 07:11:49 +0000
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Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria and one of Europe’s oldest cities, will once again embrace the magic of Christmas with Sofia Christmas Fest 2026. From 20 November to 28 December, the festival will return for its fifth consecutive year to the park in front of the National Palace of Culture (NDK), an iconic convention and cultural centre located in the heart of the city.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 07:09:44 +0000
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This festive season, tourists looking to immerse themselves in the festive spirit should head to Geneva, which was awarded best Christmas city break by European Best Destinations in 2025 for its magical approach to celebrating the season.
In the shadow of the Alps, the shores of Lake Geneva are transformed into a winter wonderland with the opening of the Geneva Christmas Market from 19 November to Christmas Eve. Glittering beneath fairy lights that line the Quai du Mont-Blanc, the market is the perfect backdrop for ambling along with a cup of mulled wine keeping mittened hands warm.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 07:07:47 +0000
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As Christmas season descends across Europe, Helsinki offers visitors the unique experience to enjoy a traditional wood burning Finnish sauna in the midst of its Christmas Market. As the capital city of Santa Claus’ home country, Helsinki is a must visit at Christmas time. Soft glowing lights christen the downtown core, and ice skating rinks weave between historic city facades and monuments. Located at the foot of the iconic Helsinki Cathedral’s steps, Helsinki’s Christmas Market ‘Tuomaan Markkinat’ opens from the 27th of November to the 22nd of December.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 07:02:22 +0000
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Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has announced its 2028 programme, with the launch of three new Super Ships and eight itineraries. The added offerings will introduce guests to lesser-explored destinations along the Danube and Rhine, extended journeys spanning multiple rivers and countries, and new ways to experience Germany and France during the holiday season, while expanding Uniworld’s fleet to 22 ships.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 06:58:32 +0000
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Revenue management system RoomPriceGenie has launched Portfolio Calendar, giving hotel groups and multi-property operators a single view of daily performance across their entire portfolio. The new feature helps revenue teams make faster, more informed decisions about where to focus their attention.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 06:56:46 +0000
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Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of Vienna House by Wyndham Istanbul Bahçelievler, introducing the Vienna House brand to Türkiye for the first time and expanding Wyndham’s portfolio in the country to 12 brands. The opening further strengthens Wyndham’s leadership in Türkiye, where it is the largest international hotel franchisor in the country by number of hotels, with approximately 140 properties operating under Wyndham brands.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 06:50:10 +0000
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AC Group is putting the Republic of Ireland’s and Northern Ireland’s local experiences in the spotlight with the launch of six new itineraries for 2027.
Unveiled at WTM London, the new collection ranges from six to 12 days and takes in some of Ireland’s most celebrated attractions, alongside experiences that visitors might not otherwise discover.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 06:46:13 +0000
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This holiday season, Orlando shines brighter with new experiences and returning favorites across the destination. Visitors can celebrate expanded holiday offerings at Universal Epic Universe, a new Christmas drone show featuring LEGO Santa at LEGOLAND Florida Resort and fresh immersive experiences at Dazzling Nights. Beyond the attractions, festivities include a free downtown holiday wonderland featuring North America’s only transportable carillon, a Nutcracker-inspired holiday tea at ette hotel and Wekiva Island’s new Elf Lounge holiday pop-up, alongside beloved traditions that transform Orlando into a holiday wonderland from November through January. It’s no wonder Orlando made WalletHub’s list of Best Warm-Weather Winter Holiday Destinations.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 06:43:24 +0000
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Offering travellers a relaxed, scenic alternative to the high-speed bullet trains, Kintetsu Railway invites passengers to slow down in 2027. Travellers are changing how they explore Japan with industry reports showing a decisive shift towards slower travel and avoiding crowded hotspots. As the country’s largest private rail network, renowned for its immersive sightseeing fleet, Kintetsu Railway opens up new ways to explore lesser-known destinations with the debut of a gourmet train, access to fresh UNESCO World Heritage sites and the 10th anniversary of Blue Symphony.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 06:39:37 +0000
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The Gambia Experience marked an exciting milestone at Gatwick Airport this morning, welcoming passengers on its first charter flight to The Gambia with Jet2.com, its new airline partner for the winter sun season.
To celebrate the inaugural departure, the tour operator gave passengers an exclusive £50 discount voucher towards their next new package holiday or flight to The Gambia, as a thank you for being part of the occasion.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 06:36:39 +0000
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Villa Park, the Maldivian-owned resort in South Ari Atoll, unveils its new two-bedroom residences: the island’s largest accommodation, set on one of its most beautiful stretches of white-sand beach. Located at the eastern tip of the island, the residences are surrounded by the lagoon on three sides.
The flagship Two-Bedroom Beach Pool Residence spans 465 sqm, with two en-suite bedrooms, a separate living room and a panoramic upper terrace, making it a natural fit for multigenerational families, groups of friends and extended family stays. Each residence sleeps up to eight, complemented by generous outdoor spaces including a private pool, sundeck, pool slide, beach cabana, outdoor dining area and direct access to the beach.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 06:34:03 +0000
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Essenza Escapes, the award-winning luxury property and travel specialist, is setting a new standard for high-end villa holidays, pairing an intentionally selective portfolio of private Italian villas with bespoke travel planning, responsive local support, and a deep knowledge of Italy’s culture, cuisine, landscape, and lifestyle.
Led by founder and CEO Margherita Piliero alongside Chief Operating Officer Chiara Guidi, Essenza Escapes draws on more than 40 years of combined experience across luxury travel, hospitality, property development, and design. Its mission is simple: to cut through a crowded rental market and connect discerning international travellers with the properties, people and experiences that capture the authentic ‘essence’ of Italy.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 06:28:38 +0000
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Amsterdam has spent the past several years rolling out some of the most forceful anti-overtourism measures of any European capital. The city has restricted large cruise ships from docking at its central Passenger Terminal, repeatedly raised its tourist tax to among the highest levels in Europe, and launched public campaigns actively discouraging disruptive visitor behaviour. For travel professionals selling Amsterdam as a destination, these are not cosmetic changes. They signal a structural shift in what kind of tourism the city is willing to accommodate.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 02:46:51 +0000
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New research reveals more than a third (36%) of UK adults have visited a destination because of a nature or wildlife documentary, as Explore Worldwide anticipates a surge in demand for wildlife adventures following the release of Sir David Attenborough’s Blue Planet III.
The return of the documentary series could inspire a wave of wildlife adventure travel, with new research from small-group adventure travel specialist Explore Worldwide revealing the powerful influence nature documentaries have on people’s travel aspirations.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 12:28:58 +0000
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Falibra Group and SCF SA, through their Economic Interest Group (GIE), have signed an agreement with Hilton to introduce the DoubleTree by Hilton brand to the Guinean capital with DoubleTree by Hilton Conakry Kaloum. Expected to open in 2029, the hotel marks Hilton’s debut in Guinea, contributing to the growth of the country’s international hospitality offering in one of West Africa’s fastest-growing business destinations.
Located on the Atlantic waterfront in Kaloum, Conakry’s administrative and business district, DoubleTree by Hilton Conakry Kaloum will be developed on the site of the Grand Hôtel de l’Indépendance.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 12:18:38 +0000
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Eurowings has completed the first nine months of the year with stable operational performance and high customer satisfaction. Despite a challenging economic environment, the average load factor rose to 88 per cent during the peak summer travel season. Customer satisfaction, measured by the so-called Net Promoter Score (NPS), stood at 46 – a figure recognised as high within the industry. Eurowings’ crews played a key role in this result: 85 per cent of travellers gave them positive ratings, particularly for their professionalism and strong service focus. From January to September, more than 18 million passengers chose Germany’s largest leisure airline for their journeys on 129,000 flights.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 11:20:35 +0000
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Travel demand was strong in 2026, with major concerts, sporting events and a growing preference for in-the-moment, flexible travel increasingly influencing where and when people travel, according to eDreams ODIGEO’s latest ‘A Year in Travel’ report.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 10:55:04 +0000
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Crystal Ski, the UK’s leading ski package holiday provider, has added eight resorts across France, Italy, Andorra, Sweden and Austria for Winter 2026/27.
From family-friendly destinations and traditional mountain towns to lesser-known alpine gems, the expanded programme gives customers more ways to enjoy a winter escape. Alongside skiing and snowboarding for a range of abilities, the new resorts offer experience including thermal spas, snowshoeing, ice skating and relaxed après ski in local cafés and wine bars.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 10:47:16 +0000
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The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA), representing 32 national hotel and tourism associations and the accommodation providers within those destinations across the region, today reaffirmed its opposition to Booking.com’s policy of calculating commissions on government-imposed taxes, including VAT and GST. CHTA has advocated on the issue since May, and recent notifications to hotels in Jamaica and Antigua & Barbuda have intensified its concerns. The policy adds to distribution costs across the Caribbean hospitality sector, placing particular pressure on independent properties operating on narrow margins.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 10:22:49 +0000
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Trust Payments, a leading fintech innovator across the UK and EU, has launched Virtual Cards for travel businesses, powered by embedded finance provider Weavr, helping eligible travel companies manage supplier payments with greater visibility and control.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 10:09:43 +0000
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Accelya, a global leader in airline technology, today announced an agreement with EGYPTAIR, the national flag carrier of Egypt, to modernize its indirect distribution capabilities through the implementation of FLX Select. The solution will provide EGYPTAIR with a streamlined and standardized approach to accelerating its New Distribution Capability (NDC) deployment, while establishing a solid foundation for its transition towards Modern Airline Retailing.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 09:56:53 +0000
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At WTM London 2026, Spring Hotels unveiled its plans for an extensive renovation of Cleopatra Palace, alongside a new Family Suites concept and improved children’s facilities at Mediterranean Palace.
The developments follow Spring Hotels’ acquisition of Cleopatra Palace, Mediterranean Palace and Sir Anthony Hotel in 2025, as the group continues to invest in its growing Tenerife portfolio.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 09:54:46 +0000
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Celebrity Cruises is launching its 2026 Black Friday sale, offering up to £1,000 / €1,200 in savings per stateroom on select sailings from November 2026 to April 2029.
This is on top of the current offer of 75% off the second guest’s cruise fare and any applicable air offers.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 09:53:50 +0000
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Minor Hotels announces the signing of a hotel management agreement with Amal Group of Companies to launch Gardens of Eden Resort Phuket, Minor Reserve Collection, the first property under the new luxury collection brand in Asia. Scheduled to open in 2031, the 310-key resort will be located in Bang Tao, Phuket, just 250 metres from the island’s west coast shoreline.
Minor Reserve Collection is a new Minor Hotels luxury collection brand, bringing together one-of-a-kind hotels and resorts defined by distinctive elegance, individuality and a strong sense of place. Created for travellers who seek extraordinary stays beyond the ordinary, each property is carefully selected for its rarity, character and ability to offer something truly unique.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 09:44:09 +0000
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Digital travel platform Agoda highlights potential opportunities for hospitality partners across Asia to connect with travelers through personal expressions of luxury, from distinctive dining to wellness and cultural discovery, against a backdrop of the region’s growing affluence. According to Capgemini’s World Wealth Report 2026, the region recorded the highest growth in individual wealth in 2025, rising 10.5%, expanding the potential audience for premium stays and experiences. For hospitality partners, understanding what travelers want from each trip can help shape offerings that make their stays memorable.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 09:42:04 +0000
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Icelandic travel operators and tourism leaders have announced a major wave of new products, venue launches, and strategic trade offerings for 2026, offering a national shift toward year-round travel, immersive wellness, and sustainable adventure.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 09:34:54 +0000
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Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the Middle East, Africa, Eastern Europe and Türkiye, participated in World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026, held from 3–5 November, connecting with international travel trade partners and exploring opportunities for future growth.
Reflecting this year’s theme, “Resilience, Rebound & Reinvention: The Next Era of Global Travel,” Rotana highlighted the importance of adaptability and strong industry partnerships in navigating changing travel patterns, drawing on its regional operating experience and diversified guest mix to maintain confidence across its destinations.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 09:32:20 +0000
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Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has announced its 2028 programme, with the launch of three new Super Ships and eight itineraries
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 09:18:22 +0000
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Access to trusted support and bespoke solutions is the key to unlocking hotels’ full potential as AI creates ever-more system sprawl, according to the team at Hotelbricks.
The company, launched today by hotel and technology veterans, provides the sector-specific expertise, guidance and practical assistance hotels need to compete effectively and manage ever-increasing technology costs.
Hotelbricks offers technology support, information security management and bespoke operational and data platforms.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 09:01:09 +0000
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Repayd and Axcess Payments Group have launched a free Travel Payments Health Check to help businesses across the travel sector identify avoidable payment costs, improve cash flow and retain more of the revenue they generate.
Taking approximately 10 minutes to complete, the online assessment provides a personalised score and indicative estimates of potential annual savings. It helps travel businesses understand where their existing payment arrangements may be eroding margins, from the moment a customer pays through to settlement and supplier payouts.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 08:15:28 +0000
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Under the patronage of HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, the 59th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Arab Air Carriers’ Organization (AACO) officially opened today at the Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel.
Hosted by Qatar Airways from 2-4 November 2026, the event opened with addresses from Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer and AGM Chairman, Hamad Al-Khater, and AACO Secretary General, Abdul Wahab Teffaha, setting the stage for the discussions on the industry’s evolving landscape and strategic priorities.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 08:12:42 +0000
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Saudi breakfasts, rooftop evenings, camping stories and new island stays - winter brings together some of the country’s most rewarding experiences. A morning exploring historic streets. An afternoon discovering a new favorite café. An evening that begins with dinner and ends beneath a sky full of stars.
Winter is one of the most rewarding times to discover Saudi. Milder days make walking, outdoor dining and off-road adventures more appealing, while cooler evenings invite a warm drink and a little extra time together. The weather varies across the country: inland destinations can turn cooler after sunset, while the coast offers a different winter mood shaped by sea breezes and waterfront life.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 08:03:25 +0000
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Chiefs Tented Camps has completed the largest luxury camp ever built inside a Big Five reserve, at this level of luxury, with no infrastructure to draw on.
Created to host the All Blacks’ recent South African tour, Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry, the camp saw 485 tents, including 320 en-suite Cottage Suites, erected on a completely undeveloped site at Mongena Private Game Reserve to accommodate more than 800 guests. The camp was conceptualised and executed in partnership with Old School Group, with assistance from Mongena’s professional team.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 07:38:02 +0000
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