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As the nation falls silent this Remembrance Sunday (8 November) and on Armistice Day (11 November), Tripsmiths is inviting travellers to go beyond the wreath and the two minutes’ silence and stand on the ground where history was made.
The expert-led travel company has launched two new five-day tours of the Western Front, to the Ypres Salient and the Arras battlefields. Both will travel in a significant year: 2027 marks 110 years since the Battle of Arras in April 1917 and the Third Battle of Ypres, better known as Passchendaele, which began that July. 2027 dates have also just been released for their best-selling Second World War tour with historian Guy Walters, with 2027 dates for Gallipoli and Troy to follow.
at Fri, 06 Nov 2026 11:30:31 +0000
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United and Spotify today announced a first-of-its-kind way for travelers to enjoy their favorite Spotify content in the sky: streaming directly from their personal Spotify account on the seatback screen. Customers can scan a QR code to securely log in to access the full Spotify catalog, including over 100 million tracks, along with millions of podcasts, playlists, videos and albums directly from their screens*. Passengers can pick up their favorite content right where they left off and save new favorites to enjoy long after their flight.
at Fri, 06 Nov 2026 11:27:35 +0000
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Abercrombie & Kent (A&K), the pioneer of luxury travel, has partnered with Searchlight Pictures to introduce Wild Horse Nine: An Easter Island Adventure, a seven-day Tailormade journey inspired by Martin McDonagh’s highly anticipated film Wild Horse Nine, arriving in theatres November 6, 2026. The exclusive itinerary invites travellers to explore the filming locations, history and culture of Chile and Easter Island through A&K’s signature privately guided experiences.
at Fri, 06 Nov 2026 11:20:06 +0000
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Specialist travel marketing agency Adido is hosting a free webinar to help travel brands prepare their digital marketing strategies for 2027.
Taking place on November 12 at 2pm, the hour-long session will examine the key trends shaping travel marketing and what they could mean for the year ahead.
at Fri, 06 Nov 2026 11:12:41 +0000
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As U2’s European and UK tour tickets go on sale this Friday, 6th November, at 10:00am, Google searches for “U2 tour” increased by 5000% at the end of October in the UK. But with high demand for London tickets at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, British fans may be tipped to head abroad to see the rock band.
To reveal the most affordable U2 venue abroad, the live music ticketing experts at SeatPick have ranked each city on the tour by ticket price, return travel cost from London, city public transport fees, and accommodation prices. The data shockingly suggests U2 fans could save £324 by heading to Stockholm instead of London.
at Fri, 06 Nov 2026 11:09:28 +0000
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Six Senses The Palm, Dubai is set to open on Monday, November 23 on the West Crescent of Palm Jumeirah, marking the brand’s debut in the United Arab Emirates in one of the city’s most recognizable settings.
Set between the Arabian Gulf and Dubai’s skyline, the beachfront resort comprises 61 suites and 172 private residences. Wellness is at the heart of Six Senses Dubai, with an extensive wellness offering within the 5,500-square-meter Six Senses Spa and Longevity Clinic, alongside a culinary offering guided by the ethos of Eat With Six Senses, celebrating regional, seasonal produce and mindful preparation.
at Fri, 06 Nov 2026 09:35:31 +0000
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Australia and New Zealand specialist, AAT Kings, has launched its Black Friday sale with up to 20%* off on guided holidays departing between December 2026 and March 2027.
AAT Kings has over 100 years’ experience creating guided holidays in the region. Ideal for first-time visitors to Australia and New Zealand, all tours include coach travel, centrally located hotels, some activities, entrance fees and meals, and an expert Travel Director or/and Driver Guide.
at Fri, 06 Nov 2026 09:23:45 +0000
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The Atlantic Hotel has become the first hotel in Jersey to join the Forbes Travel Guide Curated Collection, marking an important international recognition for the independently owned, family-run property. The Curated Collection brings together selected luxury hotels in destinations where Forbes Travel Guide has not yet launched its formal Star Rating inspections. In order to be included, properties must meet the organisation’s foundational luxury criteria, with an emphasis on elevated facilities, amenities and the overall guest experience.
at Fri, 06 Nov 2026 09:12:45 +0000
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Mirai, a company specializing in technology to boost hotels’ direct sales, has integrated with Mews Payments, Mews’ native payment gateway. Hotels that work with Mews can now collect payments for their website bookings through Mews Payments. This new development expands the integration with Mews that Mirai announced in February 2025, which syncs rates, inventory, availability, and bookings in real time between the Mews PMS and Mirai’s booking engine.
at Fri, 06 Nov 2026 08:38:35 +0000
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Fort George Belize, Autograph Collection, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s distinctive portfolio of independent hotels, announces its debut as a landmark waterfront retreat in the historic Fort George neighborhood. Celebrated for its individual character and story, the hotel enters a new chapter that honors its longstanding connection to Belize City while inviting travelers to experience the destination’s history, culture, and Caribbean spirit through a refreshed and distinctly local hospitality experience.
at Fri, 06 Nov 2026 08:33:43 +0000
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Le Sereno will reopen for the season on 16 November 2026, revealing the most significant evolution in its history. Personally led by owners Luis and Angelica Contreras, the three-year project brings the tropical landscape into the heart of the hotel, while preserving the intimacy, waterfront setting and personal service that have defined Le Sereno for nearly two decades.
at Fri, 06 Nov 2026 08:28:19 +0000
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Holafly, the global leader in travel eSIMs, today announced key insights from its 2026-2027 Global eSIM & Travel Report ahead of the World Travel Market, revealing a powerful shift in how people connect, work, and plan their journeys abroad.
According to the global report, a new kind of traveller is reshaping global mobility. Travel has fully emerged into a new era of digital fluency and intentional exploration. Today’s global travellers value relaxation and peace of mind, prepared with smart technology that makes seamless global mobility achievable and borderless experiences the new standard.
at Fri, 06 Nov 2026 08:24:17 +0000
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The 2026 Tourism Fiji Greater China Roadshow has concluded successfully, following a three-city programme in Xiamen, Chongqing and Lijiang, Yunnan. Launched on 26 October, the roadshow brought together 18 Fijian tourism partners spanning airlines, hotels and resorts, international hotel groups and island experience providers. Across the three stations, it attracted more than 300 key Chinese travel trade partners and 20 media representatives.
at Fri, 06 Nov 2026 08:21:53 +0000
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With the winter travel season approaching, Royalton Hotels & Resorts is getting an early start on its biggest sale of the year, giving travelers more time to plan their next escape while securing some of the most anticipated vacation offers of the season. On November 4, the company will open early access to its Black Friday offers, giving travelers and travel advisors a head start on saving hundreds of dollars on stays across a portfolio spanning 28 resorts.
at Fri, 06 Nov 2026 08:17:36 +0000
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There was advice on marketing for those already entrenched in the travel industry and on careers for those just starting out during the final day of World Travel Market London 2026, part of RX Global. Meanwhile, new AI assisted-booking technology, sure to be a hot topic at next year’s show, was showcased in a live demonstration.
Warnings on making assumptions on audience emerged at the Trends stage in a session on the ‘Contradiction Economy’. Abi Best, Managing Director of Lemongrass Marketing advised: “A woman aged 30 may have more in common with an 80-year-old depending on where their interests are… You need to be really specific and relevant to your audience.”
at Fri, 06 Nov 2026 08:15:12 +0000
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The winners of the WTM London 2026 Best Stand Awards have been announced.
This year, judges selected an overall winner from the show floor regions, with some exhibitors warranting a highly commended accolade where the final decision was close.
2026 also featured a selection of general awards open to all exhibitors, including the inaugural Best Stand for Accessibility award.
at Fri, 06 Nov 2026 08:13:28 +0000
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Strategic risk-taking was a key theme at the ITT Future You Summit as it returned to WTM to offer inspiration and advice on a career in travel.
Angela Riseam-Smith, Head of Learning and Development at Hays Travel, outlined the independent travel agency chain’s various apprenticeships and management programmes, covering in-branch sales to head office opportunities in marketing, finance and HR.
at Fri, 06 Nov 2026 08:11:25 +0000
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Guests planning a 2027 holiday to Walt Disney World Resort in Florida can make their trip even more magical with a new limited-time offer, including up to 25% off Disney 14-Day Magic Tickets and Disney Resort Hotels, plus save up to £700 on flight inclusive packages when booking by 1st March 2027.
Families can escape the everyday and immerse themselves in the extraordinary scale and storytelling of Walt Disney World Resort. Across four theme parks and two water parks, guests can journey from classic Disney stories to faraway galaxies, African savannas, futuristic worlds and adventures inspired by beloved characters, with experiences for every generation to discover together.
at Fri, 06 Nov 2026 08:04:42 +0000
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Australians will soon be able to fly non-stop to Cape Town for the first time, with Qantas today announcing a new seasonal service between Sydney and South Africa’s Mother City.
On sale today, the direct flights will take off in October 2027 and run through Cape Town’s summer months until March 20281. Together with Qantas’ existing direct services from Perth and Sydney to Johannesburg, the new route will give customers more choice when travelling between Australia and South Africa.
at Fri, 06 Nov 2026 07:59:47 +0000
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This winter, Waldorf Astoria Seychelles Platte Island is welcoming two specialist wellness practitioners to its secluded Indian Ocean retreat. Vietnamese wellness expert Nguyen Lan Huong (Lan) brings an intriguing collection of treatments, including Past Life Rewind, a guided hypnosis experience that invites guests into a state of deep relaxation to explore memories, emotions and experiences held within the subconscious mind. Other treatments include traditional Japanese Kobido facial massage combined with Vietnamese facial reflexology, and Thai yoga massage with assisted stretching.
at Fri, 06 Nov 2026 07:53:52 +0000
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Luxury travel specialist Powder Byrne has announced the launch of Powder Byrne Private, opening its renowned collection of fully serviced luxury ski holidays and bespoke travel experiences to a carefully selected network of luxury travel advisors for the first time.
Founded by Rory Byrne in 1985, the independent, family-owned British tour operator has spent more than four decades creating exceptional holidays for generations of families, building a loyal following through its distinctive approach to luxury travel, award-winning children’s ski programmes and dedicated teams in the mountains.
at Fri, 06 Nov 2026 07:46:03 +0000
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WTE Miami 2026 brought together more than 5,000 travel trade professionals from 54 countries and territories for two days of business development, supplier connections and industry networking at the Miami Beach Convention Center on October 27–28.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 21:04:16 +0000
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Recipes for responsible tourism success were on the menu during the third day of WTM London as speakers shared tips about how to “hide the lentils in the cake”.
The first session on the Experience Hub featured sustainability experts debating whether labels in the sector were useful or a hindrance – as well as sharing examples of good practice with “hiding the lentils”.
Debbie Hindle, Chair of the International Centre for Responsible Tourism Global, commented: “[Sustainability] should be innate…but we should be telling consumers about the experience and the emotion, not putting a label on it.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 17:08:53 +0000
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Tanzania is preparing to take centre stage on the international tourism calendar after being officially announced as the host destination for the 2026 World Travel Awards Grand Final, which will take place on December 12th at the stunning The Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti, a premier 5-star luxury property nestled deep within the Central Serengeti National Park in Tanzania.
The announcement was unveiled at the Tanzania Tourism stand at World Travel Market (WTM) in London, where Tanzania’s Minister of Tourism, Dr Ashatu K. Kijaji (MP), joined Graham Cooke, Founder and CEO of World Travel Awards, to share the news with international media and representatives of the global travel and tourism industry.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 13:56:59 +0000
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Tanzania is preparing to take centre stage on the international tourism calendar after being officially announced as the host destination for the 2026 World Travel Awards Grand Final, which will take place on December 12th at the stunning The Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti, a premier 5-star luxury property nestled deep within the Central Serengeti National Park in Tanzania.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 13:56:48 +0000
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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