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Qantas and Jetstar will connect Western Sydney to some of Australia’s favourite domestic destinations, with Jetstar to launch the first commercial passenger service when Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport (WSI) opens on Sunday 25 October 2026.
at Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:29:30 +0000
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Following the announcement of the return of the World Gourmet Festival at Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel from 29 September to 4 October 2026, this year’s festival celebrates an extraordinary culinary collaboration between Latin America, France and the United States, while unveiling the first three internationally acclaimed chefs confirmed for the event.
at Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:49:42 +0000
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Emirates has expanded its Travel Rehearsal programme to Zambia, continuing its commitment to make air travel more inclusive and accessible in Africa and across the globe.
Uncertainty around airport and aircraft procedures, coupled with concerns on unknown sensory stimuli, are key concerns for travellers and families with accessibility requirements – a study on AutismTravel.com revealed that 78% of families report feeling hesitant to travel or visit new places. In its role as the world’s first Autism-Certified Airline, Emirates ideated the global Travel Rehearsal initiative, to help remove this barrier.
at Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:54:11 +0000
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Aer Lingus today announces Irish boxing icon Katie Taylor as its new brand ambassador, following the recent celebration of the airline’s 90th anniversary. The partnership brings together two Irish icons with a shared spirit and global ambitions - and each proudly flying the Irish flag on the world stage.
Katie will continue to fly the flag this September, when she lines out for a major homecoming fight at Croke Park, Dublin, on September 5th, and Aer Lingus will proudly fly the Bray boxer home for this hugely-anticipated bout.
at Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:31:53 +0000
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Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, and Real Madrid CF, the world’s most successful football club have renewed their partnership, extending one of the highest profile sponsorships in football through to 2031, and cementing a relationship that will span close to two decades.
at Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:49:36 +0000
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The Carlton, a Rocco Forte hotel in Milan, unveils “The Milan Vintage Edit”, a carefully curated itinerary through fashion, design and haute jewellery, conceived for connoisseurs of collecting and heritage culture.
Created exclusively for Rocco Forte Hotels guests by The Maptique - a Milan-based creative agency renowned for designing and delivering high-end curated itineraries - “The Milan Vintage Edit” offers an insider’s introduction to the city’s vintage scene. The walking route leads guests to a selection of boutiques specialising in archival pieces, ateliers and historic addresses that have shaped Milan’s creative identity.
at Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:05:19 +0000
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Reconnect with mind, body and spirit at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole with summer wellness programming designed to complement the destination’s adventurous spirit while encouraging balance and renewal. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Teton Range, summer programming blends movement, mindfulness and nature to offer a restorative escape in one of the country’s most iconic alpine destinations.
at Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:01:25 +0000
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Miraval Resorts & Spas has announced the opening of Miraval The Red Sea on Shura Island, marking the brand’s first destination outside the United States and a defining milestone in its global evolution.
Set between desert and water on Saudi Arabia’s west coast and surrounded by mangrove forests, the adults-only retreat introduces the Miraval signature blend of mindfulness and intentional wellness to the region. Rooted in the brand’s 30-year philosophy of mindful living, the Miraval brand’s guiding principle of empowering guests to ‘live a life in balance’ is thoughtfully expressed through elements of local heritage, creating an experience that feels both distinctly like the Miraval brand and authentically connected to place.
at Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:58:30 +0000
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InterContinental Grand Ankara – part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury & lifestyle portfolio – has opened its doors, following an extensive transformation of one of the city’s most iconic addresses. Marking a new era for luxury hospitality in Türkiye’s capital, InterContinental Grand Ankara joins the world’s first and largest luxury hotel brand, continuing the brand’s legacy of pioneering new destinations in every corner of the world.
Originally opened as The Grand Ankara Hotel in 1966, the reimagined property is a testament to the global evolution of InterContinental, which is defining the luxury travel experience for today’s modern luxury traveller. Its aim is to strike a harmonious balance between freedom and familiarity, built on the belief that travel expands the mind and connects cultures.
at Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:54:55 +0000
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Hale Hōkūala Kaua‘i, Curio Collection by Hilton, a lifestyle resort debuting on Hawai‘i’s “Garden Island” later this year, is now accepting reservations for stays beginning Oct. 1, 2026. The property will represent Curio Collection by Hilton’s arrival in the Aloha State.
“From the moment guests arrive, Hale Hōkūala Kaua‘i will immerse them in the spirit of our culture,” said Jon Itoga, general manager, Hale Hōkūala Kaua‘i. “As part of Curio Collection by Hilton, the resort will offer a distinctive, locally inspired experience rooted in thoughtful design and Hawaiian hospitality. More than a place to stay, it will serve as a welcoming home base for guests to explore and connect with Kaua‘i on their own terms.”
at Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:50:45 +0000
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Otto Aerospace has announced a major regulatory milestone for its flagship Phantom 3500 program: closure of the G-1 Issue Paper, which establishes the aircraft’s Certification Basis with the Federal Aviation Administration under 14 CFR Part 23.
Finalization of the G-1 Issue Paper marks a major step in the Phantom 3500 program by clearly establishing the regulatory framework for type certification.
at Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:48:32 +0000
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Electra, the global leader in hybrid-electric aviation, today unveiled a new conceptual aircraft design for next-generation airliners developed as part of NASA’s Advanced Aircraft Concepts for Environmental Sustainability (AACES) 2050 program. The study explores how targeted electrification, advanced aerodynamics, and integrated airframe-propulsion design can transform the efficiency and competitiveness of aircraft with 100+ passengers by mid-century.
at Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:34:42 +0000
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Air Tahiti Nui, the international flagship carrier of French Polynesia, and Air Tahiti, the domestic inter-island carrier, are pleased to announce the activation of their codeshare agreement, originally signed in December 2025. As planned, travelers can now book and travel on flights operated under this commercial partnership as of June 3, 2026.
at Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:28:27 +0000
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Qatar Foundation’s Lawh Wa Qalam: M. F. Husain Museum in Doha, Qatar has been named one of the TIME World’s Greatest Places 2026, the magazine’s annual list recognizing 100 extraordinary destinations across the globe.
The recognition marks a major milestone for the institution following its opening in November 2025, cementing its place as one of the world’s standout cultural destinations as well as being a new addition to the arts and culture landscape of Qatar.
at Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:23:59 +0000
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Flix, the global travel-tech company behind FlixBus and FlixTrain, today announced its integration with ChatGPT, enabling users to discover and plan bus and train journeys through natural conversation.
With the integration, ChatGPT users can search for routes, compare travel options and seamlessly access Flix connections across Europe, North America, Türkiye, South America and Asia-Pacific. The experience combines conversational AI with Flix’s real-time travel network and booking platform to make travel planning faster and more intuitive.
at Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:13:30 +0000
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IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of a management agreement with Mac View Infrabiz Private Limited for the development of Holiday Inn Mandi. The 100-key hotel will strengthen IHG’s presence in the state and support its continued expansion across high-potential commercial and transit destinations in North India.
at Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:07:35 +0000
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Today, The Peninsula London has announced two new Peninsula Academy programmes, each designed to give hotel guests access to historical, cultural and local lifestyle experiences in the British capital. Thoughtfully curated and privately guided, each journey is designed to engage even the most seasoned London visitor, opening doors to experiences beyond the usual reach.
at Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:07:30 +0000
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Marriott International, Inc. today announced it has entered into a joint venture with the Leali family, founders of Lefay, to bring the highly regarded luxury wellness hospitality brand into Marriott’s global portfolio. The closing of the transaction marks an important step in Marriott’s strategy to expand its focus on wellbeing and introduces Lefay as the company’s first brand focused exclusively on luxury wellness.
at Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:58:55 +0000
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Evok Collection announces the opening of Brach Roma in the first quarter of 2027: a new address in the heart of the historic city centre, a few steps from the Tiber and just 100 metres from Piazza del Popolo. With Rome, Brach unveils its third destination, following Brach Paris and Brach Madrid, and continues to shape an international brand with an instantly recognisable character: a living, urban, cultural expression of luxury, designed to engage in dialogue with the city.
at Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:51:00 +0000
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Cox & Kings, established in 1758 and widely recognised as the world’s oldest travel company, this week announces its official relaunch in Australia. This milestone marks a significant step in the brand’s ongoing global expansion under the strategic direction of AKTG (A&K Travel Group), which acquired the company in 2019.
at Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:48:07 +0000
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Rooted in the beauty of the outdoors and a true spirit of adventure, JA Hatta Fort Hotel understands that life’s most precious gifts are not material, but the memories that stay with you. This Father’s Day, the resort sets the scene for an experience dads will cherish, combining moments of relaxation and exceptional dining with complimentary leisure experiences that let him unleash his inner child. Complete with exclusive savings and thoughtful touches, it’s a chance to enjoy a change of pace, spend meaningful time together, and make dad feel truly appreciated.
at Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:45:31 +0000
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Qatar Airways has announced the resumption of daily flights between its Doha home base and Philadelphia (PHL), effective 1 August 2026. The reinstated service expands the airline’s North American network to 14 destinations, further strengthening its connectivity for travellers across the region.
at Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:13:41 +0000
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Agentic AI is changing how airlines operate, poised to radically transform many functions, from e-commerce to operations and distribution
at Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:17:57 +0000
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Etihad Airways is to double its flights between Abu Dhabi and Kabul from 15 July 2026, with the route’s rapid growth since launch prompting the airline to add a second daily service in each direction.
Kabul joined the Etihad network in March 2026, initially operating four times weekly. Demand has significantly exceeded expectations, with strong take-up from both point-to-point travellers and those using Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport as a hub to connect onwards to Europe and beyond.
at Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:52:34 +0000
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flynas, the leading low-cost airline in the world and the best LCC in the Middle East, announced the establishment of a new operations base at Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Al-Qassim in cooperation with the leading airports operator, Cluster2 company, making flynas the first Saudi airline to operate flights from six different hubs across the Kingdom.
As of next July, flynas will launch the first phase of this expansion, offering direct flights to five domestic and international destinations. The international network from Al-Qassim will include direct routes to Istanbul, Trabzon, and Cairo (Sphinx International Airport), as well as a direct domestic route to Abha and Dammam.
at Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:33:58 +0000
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Ghana has launched a new national e-visa platform while simultaneously waiving visa fees for travellers holding African passports, a move that positions the West African nation among the continent’s most progressive advocates of travel liberalisation. The initiative introduces online visa processing, significantly reduces administrative friction and, perhaps most importantly, sends a clear signal that Ghana sees connectivity as an economic growth strategy rather than a border control exercise.
at Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:55:15 +0000
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For one evening, a little bit of Hong Kong arrived in Los Angeles.
Before customers boarded Delta’s inaugural flight to Hong Kong, they were treated to a preview of the destination itself. Chef-curated dishes inspired by Cantonese cuisine, destination-themed experiences and special commemorative gifts transformed the departure into more than just a flight launch.
It was the beginning of Delta’s newest Pacific connection.
at Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:39:19 +0000
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Air Canada yesterday marked the entry into scheduled service of its first Airbus A321XLR. The 182 passengers onboard AC413 from Montréal to Toronto experienced the start of a whole new chapter in how - and where - Air Canada customers can fly.
at Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:36:50 +0000
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The International Air Transport Association’s (IATA’s) Turbulence Aware coverage of Latin America has been significantly boosted as Aeromexico becomes the latest airline to join the program.
The inclusion of Aeromexico brings coverage of turbulence incidents across Latin America to more than 3,200 flight per day—a 25% increase compared with 2024. Aeromexico’s reporting includes data from across its 90 Boeing aircraft fleet, supported by Boeing’s complementary capability that enables real‑time weather and turbulence observations.
at Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:08:23 +0000
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Southwest Airlines Co. and Singapore Airlines have partnered to offer travelers around the globe single-ticket journeys to and from the United States, connecting to places where Southwest and Singapore Airlines fly. Southwest Executives shared the news of the interline partnership during the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Annual General Meeting in Brazil.
at Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:28:00 +0000
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The Lufthansa Group will have a dual presence at this year’s International Aerospace Exhibition (ILA) in Berlin: with its Airbus A320neo at the Airbus Static Display in Lufthansa’s special 100th founding anniversary livery, and with the Lufthansa Technik Defense exhibition booth.
at Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:01:01 +0000
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Mirai, a leader in hotel distribution technology and direct booking optimization, and STAAH, the leading global platform in cloud-based hospitality distribution and booking solutions for all types of accommodation, have today announced a global strategic alliance. This collaboration takes shape through an advanced API integration designed to transform and optimize the way hotels manage their bookings, inventory and online distribution.
at Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:03:33 +0000
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Georgia’s #1 developer Archi and NEXT, the country’s first international development company, have announced the joint development of Swissôtel Kobuleti Beach Resort, a USD 300 million premium hotel-residential complex on the Black Sea coast in Kobuleti.
at Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:57:49 +0000
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Anantara Hotels & Resorts unveils La Dolce Riviera, an immersive summer concept connecting three iconic European destinations — Rome, Nice, and Amalfi — in a seamless celebration of Mediterranean elegance, culture, and art de vivre.
at Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:49:08 +0000
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Beaches Resorts is unveiling the 2026 lineup for its annual Fall Fam Jam, returning this autumn with live performances by toddler techno sensation Lenny Pearce, and a new wave of Sesame Street® experiences. Running September through October across Jamaica and Turks & Caicos, the Fall Fam Jam brings forward a vibrant, all-inclusive, festival-style experience designed for families to connect and soak up the sun as fall begins to settle in.
at Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:17:06 +0000
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The Bench today announced the launch of FHS Living, a new investor-led platform under the Future Hospitality Summit series. Taking place in Paris in February 2027, FHS Living is the only curated, pan-European investment marketplace dedicated to the Living asset classes — Branded Residences, Student Accommodation, Senior Living, Serviced Living, Co-Living, Club Concepts, Shared Ownership, Mixed-Use Developments and Hotels. The conference joins The Bench’s expanding portfolio of investment summits alongside FHS World, FHS Saudi Arabia, FHS Africa and FHS Egypt.
at Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:13:54 +0000
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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) today announced the launch of “Save a Life, Not a Bag”, a passenger safety campaign urging travelers not to take cabin baggage during an aircraft evacuation.
Supported by aviation safety regulators including the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) the campaign reinforces what passengers must do when instructed to evacuate for their safety and the safety of all on board: follow crew instructions, leave all baggage behind, and move quickly to the nearest usable exit.
at Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:06:44 +0000
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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced a strengthening of its IATA PaxInsight passenger satisfaction benchmarking program with the addition of Virgin Atlantic’s trans-Atlantic routes to the survey.
From booking and check-in to flight comfort and the arrival experience, PaxInsight measures satisfaction on more than 60 travel attributes across the passenger journey. Airlines participating in the program are able to benchmark their own customers’ satisfaction levels against industry averages and against their competitors on the same routes.
at Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:05:40 +0000
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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) highlighted Brazil’s opportunity to become a SAF powerhouse as its 82nd Annual General Meeting gathered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This would make Brazil a key player in air transport’s decarbonization, strengthen energy security, and grow Brazil’s economy.
at Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:04:13 +0000
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ITA Airways takes another step towards becoming part of the Lufthansa Group. The strategic Europe Japan Joint Venture of Lufthansa Group (LHG) and All Nippon Airways (ANA) will be expanded to include ITA Airways by the Lufthansa Group as of autumn of this year. A corresponding agreement was signed the previous day at the IATA Annual General Meeting in Rio de Janeiro.
The Italian airline’s entry into the largest Joint Venture between Europe and Japan will enable deeper cooperation in many key areas. It will include the European network of ITA Airways, including Italy domestic and the Maghreb as well as its long-haul route between Rome Fiumicino and Tokyo-Haneda. This complements the existing scope of the Joint Venture in Italy with the current ANA connection from Tokyo-Haneda to Milan-Malpensa.
at Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:54:51 +0000
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