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Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 recognised six exhibitors for outstanding stand design, creativity, technology and visitor experience at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 Best Stand Awards, taking place this week at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). An independent panel of industry experts judged the Awards, recognising exhibitors that went beyond visual impact to create engaging, functional spaces that support business conversations and bring their brands and destinations to life.
at Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:54:48 +0000
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Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 recognised six exhibitors for outstanding stand design, creativity, technology and visitor experience at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 Best Stand Awards, taking place this week at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). An independent panel of industry experts judged the Awards, recognising exhibitors that went beyond visual impact to create engaging, functional spaces that support business conversations and bring their brands and destinations to life.
at Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:54:32 +0000
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Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 recognised six exhibitors for outstanding stand design, creativity, technology and visitor experience at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 Best Stand Awards, taking place this week at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). An independent panel of industry experts judged the Awards, recognising exhibitors that went beyond visual impact to create engaging, functional spaces that support business conversations and bring their brands and destinations to life.
at Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:54:15 +0000
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Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 recognised six exhibitors for outstanding stand design, creativity, technology and visitor experience at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 Best Stand Awards, taking place this week at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). An independent panel of industry experts judged the Awards, recognising exhibitors that went beyond visual impact to create engaging, functional spaces that support business conversations and bring their brands and destinations to life.
at Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:54:03 +0000
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Flights are booked, the hotel is confirmed, and the airport ride is in your calendar. Then the less photogenic part of travel appears: entry forms, passport details, arrival dates, and a deadline you do not want to miss. When MyArrival.com appears while you are looking for paid assistance, it is reasonable to ask, “Is my arrival legit, and what would I actually be paying for?”
at Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:28:19 +0000
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As Ski Beat approaches its 40th year of offering fully hosted slope-side ski chalets in seven of France’s top ten, high altitude ski resorts, the company has added new chalets, a new in-advance check-in, a new one-in-ten free offer, self-drive holidays, zero deposits, and a new `Toe in the Snow’ beginners’ departure for 2026-27.
Ski Beat’s MD, Laura Hazell, says, “Our priority, four decades on, is to offer home from home ski chalets, in the best locations, in high altitude resorts across the French Alps, hosted by friendly, knowledgeable staff.
at Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:13:27 +0000
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Havila Voyages has announced details of its Autumn booking campaign offering savings of £300 plus £300 on-board credit for double occupancy cabins.
The full £150pp saving plus £150pp credit is being offered on twelve-day Round Voyages (Bergen/Kirkenes/Bergen) and eleven-day cruises from Bergen to Kirkenes and back to Trondheim and on all sailings departing from 1 January 2027 until 31 March 2029, regardless of the type of cabin or suite booked.
at Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:11:05 +0000
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Brazil’s prominence in international kitesurfing stems from more than just its beaches and natural conditions; the country is also represented among the sport’s top names across various disciplines. According to the GKA Kite World Tour Rankings, in the men’s Kite-Surf category, Gabriel Benetton holds second place, while Sebastian Ribeiro ranks sixth. Among the women, Bruna Kajiya, Kesiane Rodrigues, Serena Luz, and Luiza Neto share eighth place.
at Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:08:33 +0000
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The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands, invites guests to celebrate Mid-Autumn as it unfolds into Halloween with Rise of the Phoenix, a week-long island celebration from October 26 to November 1, 2026. Inspired by the mythical Phoenix and its journey of transformation, resilience, and renewal, the resort reimagines Halloween through the colors and natural beauty of the Maldives. Phoenix feathers emerge through tropical greens evolving into warm autumn colors, setting the scene for a program of family discovery, gastronomy, creativity, wellness, and ocean experiences. Born from fire, the Phoenix becomes the thread connecting the week, as feathers, flames, and nature transform the island into a world of imagination.
at Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:06:35 +0000
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dnata Travel Group, the travel division of dnata, announced the integration of Travelbag, one of the UK’s leading tailor-made travel specialists, into Imagine Cruising, its global cruise holiday provider.
The move brings together two highly successful dnata Travel Group brands with complementary strengths, expanding customer choice while creating a stronger platform for future growth through greater scale, shared expertise and operational efficiencies.
at Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:05:49 +0000
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Specialist solo escorted tour operator Just You has launched four new escorted tours departing in 2027 and 2028, covering Europe, Canada and India.
at Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:04:12 +0000
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Oriental Residence Bangkok presents a new chapter in urban living through The Art of Intuitive Refinement, a concept that combines the elegance of residential living with service that intuitively understands each guest’s needs, respects their privacy and anticipates every detail to provide complete peace of mind throughout their stay. The philosophy of care behind this experience has also earned international recognition, with the property receiving One MICHELIN Key in both 2024 and 2025, marking its second consecutive year of recognition, as well as membership of Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH).
at Fri, 18 Sep 2026 04:59:49 +0000
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As Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park records a landmark 52% reduction in rhino poaching this year, Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge offers travellers a front-row seat to one of Africa’s greatest environmental turnarounds. Set inside the reserve where every southern white rhino traces its lineage, the lodge operates at the intersection of luxury tourism and high-impact protection. Here, guests’ stays directly fund the ranger patrols, smart-fencing technology, and community partnerships driving the park’s historic anti-poaching success.
at Fri, 18 Sep 2026 04:56:46 +0000
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NEMI Hotel combines references to Milan’s creative heritage with a modern, residential atmosphere. Its 49 rooms and suites, central garden, restaurant and lounge create spaces designed as much for pausing as for moving on, whether that means a quiet coffee before the day’s appointments, a moment to reset between shows or an evening that begins with an aperitivo and unfolds elsewhere in the city.
During Fashion Week, this slower rhythm becomes part of the experience, NEMI’s garden, restaurant and lounge become natural places to pause, meet and recharge before stepping back into the city’s rhythm.
at Fri, 18 Sep 2026 04:50:28 +0000
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Escorted tour operator Travelsphere has added to its ‘Royal Geographical Society (RGS) Collection’ with new departures in 2027.
The additional tours comprise a new itinerary in Iceland, and an existing ‘Treasures of Egypt’ tour has been enhanced and added to the programme:
at Fri, 18 Sep 2026 04:48:46 +0000
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AC Group has been appointed as the exclusive Destination Management Company (DMC) for Ireland by Audley Travel, one of the leading tour operators providing tailor-made travel experiences in over 90 destinations.
The new appointment positions AC Group as one of the leading providers of luxury FIT business into Ireland and marks another milestone in the significant growth AC Group has achieved post-Covid.
at Fri, 18 Sep 2026 04:47:17 +0000
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Trade-only tour operator USAirtours has launched two new travel agent incentives.
For new Universal Orlando Resort bookings made before September 30, 2026, agents can earn up to an extra £50 on their ‘Cashcard’, which is the operator’s debit Mastercard reward scheme that pays agents the same day and is tax free.*
at Fri, 18 Sep 2026 04:45:54 +0000
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No1 Lounges, the multi-award-winning airport lounge operator, today announced plans to open a new flagship lounge at London Heathrow Terminal 5 in early Spring 2027.
The new lounge will replace the current Club Aspire Lounge, which will close on 2 November 2026 to allow for a major refurbishment and expansion. Reopening under the No1 Lounge brand, the enlarged space will create additional capacity and elevate the guest experience at one of the world’s busiest airport terminals.
at Fri, 18 Sep 2026 04:42:10 +0000
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MAYRLIFE, the award-winning medical health resort in Altaussee, Austria, has announced a new partnership with Maison Santé, Dubai’s preventive, longevity medicine clinic, offering greater support and continuity for UAE-based guests travelling to Austria to complete one of MAYRLIFE’s bespoke programs.
at Fri, 18 Sep 2026 04:39:16 +0000
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Calistoga Spa Hot Springs, an independent geothermal mineral springs resort in California’s Napa Valley, has selected Mews, the operating system for hospitality, after more than two decades on another platform. The resort credits its in-person, on-site onboarding for how quickly its team adapted to this change.
at Fri, 18 Sep 2026 04:37:34 +0000
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This September, Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru marks its anniversary month with a collection of curated experiences that celebrate the original Maldives spirit, with an invitation to rediscover the island through marine conservation, island-inspired mixology, wellbeing and meaningful connection.
at Fri, 18 Sep 2026 04:31:45 +0000
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Avani Hotels & Resorts is inviting travellers to experience Laos from capital to former royal capital with The Bohème Journey, a new hotel and river itinerary beginning at the recently opened Avani+ Lanexang Vientiane Hotel, continuing with five nights aboard Bohème by Mekong Kingdoms and concluding at Avani+ Luang Prabang Hotel.
Linking two Avani hotels through a six-day passage along the Mekong, the journey brings together contemporary city life, riverside communities, craft traditions, wildlife conservation and UNESCO-listed Luang Prabang. Travellers can fly into Vientiane, spend time exploring the Lao capital, sail north at river pace and depart from Luang Prabang, avoiding the need to retrace their route.
at Fri, 18 Sep 2026 04:26:18 +0000
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The international travel and tourism community turned out in force at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, with decision-makers from the UAE, India, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, United Kingdom, Egypt, Kuwait, Oman, Jordan, Türkiye, Bahrain, South Africa, Qatar, United States and China convening at Dubai World Trade Centre from 14–17 September.
The 33rd edition of ATM drew regional and international markets to Dubai, with more than 55 destination stands and a strong cross-section of the travel and tourism industry, including tourism authorities, airlines and transport providers, hospitality brands, and technology companies throughout the four-day event.
at Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:28:34 +0000
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In an era when travellers increasingly seek more than simply a place to stay, serviced residences and extended-stay accommodation are playing an ever-greater role in the global hospitality landscape. Few understand this evolving market better than Vincent Miccolis, Managing Director, Middle East, Africa & Türkiye at The Ascott Limited.
With extensive experience across some of the world’s most dynamic hospitality markets, Miccolis is responsible for driving Ascott’s growth and strengthening its portfolio across the Middle East, Africa and Türkiye – regions where demand for flexible, high-quality accommodation continues to gather momentum.
at Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:20:44 +0000
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TUI Airline, part of one of the world’s leading travel groups, and GO7, the growth platform for airlines, today announced an industry fi rst: TUI Airline is the fi rst carrier to go live with GO7’s airline-controlled connection model. The partnership enables customers to combine two fl ights in one smoother journey, including through-checked baggage, while allowing airlines to retain ownership of pricing, settlement, operations and the customer relationship.
at Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:54:54 +0000
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Banyan Group, an independent global hospitality company, today announced a strategic partnership with Newmark Hotels & Reserves, a Cape Town-headquartered hospitality management company, and the acquisition of a majority stake in Newmark under a phased ownership structure leading to full ownership over time.
at Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:43:03 +0000
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Grosvenor House Suites London, located on Park Lane, overlooking Hyde Park and in the heart of Mayfair, has announced the opening of Ember Cigars, a new cigar tasting lounge, marking the latest phase of the property’s ongoing enhancement programme. Located on the second floor, the lounge has been designed by Wimberly Interiors and introduces a dedicated cigar experience for both guests and non-residents.
The opening follows the ongoing refurbishment of 32 suites and the introduction of a new concierge arrival space, further enhancing Grosvenor House Suites as a residential-style address in the heart of Mayfair. The addition of Ember Cigars expands the property’s offering with a private setting for socialising, informal meetings, entertaining and relaxed occasions.
at Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:36:59 +0000
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Transformative luxury retreat Patina Maldives, Fari Islands unveils a new stage of The Perpetual Journey, its ongoing programme of art, culture, wellness and conscious dining experiences. Highlights include acclaimed multidisciplinary artist Shezad Dawood’s inaugural Patina Art Residency, a junior football camp led by FC Bayern Munich coach Jonas Caryot and a three-day Diwali celebration bringing together chef Atul Kochhar, mixologist Giancarlo Mancino and DJ Sakré.
at Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:33:26 +0000
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Measures to ensure accessible, seamless, visa-free experiences could turn the Asia-GCC corridor into the next great growth engine for the Middle East’s travel sector, according to industry leaders speaking at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026. The 33rd edition of ATM concludes today at Dubai World Trade Centre.
Moderated by Sienna Parulis-Cook, Director of Marketing and Communications, Dragon Trail International, the session featured perspectives from Shahab Abdollah Shayan, Regional Director Asia Pacific, Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, Aaron Goldring, Senior Economist, Oxford Economics, Frederic Brohez, Chief Operating Officer, Pulse Hotels & Resorts, and Waad Melliti, Senior Business Manager, World Tourism Cities Federation (WTCF).
at Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:31:47 +0000
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A new link between Manchester and the Saudi capital of Riyadh launched this morning – with Saudi Arabia’s new digital-led airline Riyadh Air making the North’s hub airport just its fourth destination in Europe.
The service will not only open up connections to Saudi Arabia for travellers from the North but will also give them access via onward connections to Riyadh Air’s network of destinations across Africa and Asia.
at Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:18:24 +0000
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The Elysium Collection, a new family of British hotels, spas and health clubs, is delighted to announce its first hotel, Elysium St Mawes, will open early 2027 on the waterfront of the idyllic seaside village St Mawes. The opening marks the restoration of the village’s first purpose-built hotel.
Set opposite the quay on the South West Coast Path, the 56-bedroom hotel will feature a waterfront restaurant and café, six family rooms and a spa with an indoor thermal pool, sauna, steam room, cold plunge and two treatment rooms, creating a year-round coastal escape.
at Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:13:22 +0000
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Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 has recognised six exhibitors for outstanding stand design, creativity, technology and visitor experience at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 Best Stand Awards, taking place this week at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC).
An independent panel of industry experts judged the Awards, recognising exhibitors that went beyond visual impact to create engaging, functional spaces that support business conversations and bring their brands and destinations to life.
at Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:09:31 +0000
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Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 has recognised six exhibitors for outstanding stand design, creativity, technology and visitor experience at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 Best Stand Awards, taking place this week at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC).
An independent panel of industry experts judged the Awards, recognising exhibitors that went beyond visual impact to create engaging, functional spaces that support business conversations and bring their brands and destinations to life.
at Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:09:11 +0000
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Wynn Al Marjan Island, the world’s most anticipated destination resort, today unveils the Mayfair Apartment and Paris Apartment, two extraordinary accommodations that redefine the pinnacle of luxury hospitality. Set within the crown of the Resort Tower, they represent the highest and largest accommodations within Enclave, Wynn Al Marjan Island’s boutique hotel experience.
Occupying the uppermost floors of the 70-story tower and spanning approximately 1,460 square meters each, the signature residences will offer soaring views of the Hajar Mountains and the Arabian Gulf. The Mayfair and Paris Apartments embody the highest expression of accommodations, with expansive scale, uncompromising privacy, and deeply personalized hospitality.
at Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:58:23 +0000
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Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) and Emirates have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to boost visitor arrivals and stimulate traffic to the emirate from select markets within the airline’s network.
The MOU was signed at the Arabian Travel Market by Adnan Kazim, Emirates’ Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer and Her Excellency Phillipa Harrison, Chief Executive Officer of Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority.
at Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:48:53 +0000
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Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) and Emirates have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to boost visitor arrivals and stimulate traffic to the emirate from select markets within the airline’s network.
The MOU was signed at the Arabian Travel Market by Adnan Kazim, Emirates’ Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer and Her Excellency Phillipa Harrison, Chief Executive Officer of Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority.
at Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:48:31 +0000
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Online travel channels are set to play an increasingly important role in the UAE travel market’s recovery, with online air penetration forecast to rise to 52% by 2030, according to new research from VIDEC presented at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026.
VIDEC’s GCC & Egypt Travel Market Sizing & OTA Benchmarking Study, 2019–2030 examines the fastest-growing travel segments, market projections and distribution trends shaping the UAE and wider region, including the growing influence of online travel agencies (OTAs).
at Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:41:34 +0000
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The battle for visibility in AI-powered travel search begins long before a traveller types a prompt, according to Icelandair’s Director of Global Marketing, Gísli Brynjolfsson. His view is that airlines must build brands people already know, remember and feel something about if they want to be considered when customers turn to AI for travel advice.
Brynjolfsson outlined the approach during a World Aviation Festival webinar on 7 September, titled “The secret behind Icelandair’s viral marketing campaigns”, ahead of his appearance at the event’s Marketing Summit in Lisbon next month.
at Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:37:41 +0000
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As the Middle East continues to reshape the global hospitality landscape, few markets are attracting as much attention from hotel investors, operators and developers as the region. Against this backdrop, FHS World Dubai provides an important forum for industry leaders to examine the forces driving growth, investment and transformation across the hospitality sector.
In this exclusive Breaking Travel News Q&A, Siegfried Nierhaus, Managing Director of H World International MEIA, shares his perspective on the region’s rapidly evolving hotel market, the opportunities emerging for international hospitality brands and the changing expectations of today’s travellers.
at Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:31:11 +0000
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London Southend Airport and easyJet are today celebrating the inaugural flight to Munich.
The first flight to the German city took off today and provides customers across Essex and the South East with even more choice at great value fares. Munich is renowned for its rich history, vibrant culture, world-famous food and drink scene, and proximity to the Bavarian Alps, making it an attractive destination for city breaks and those visiting Christmas markets.
at Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:28:03 +0000
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