The edge of the world. It’s got this weird pull, doesn’t it? For a long time, the Arctic was just for the hardcore types. Scientists, explorers, and people who didn’t mind a little frostbite. But everything has changed now. It’s different. We’re seeing more and more affluent travelers heading north. And honestly? It isn’t even about the destination anymore. It’s about the feeling. That deep connection to a world that doesn’t care about your emails or your schedule.
at Thu, 22 Jan 2026 08:49:05 +0000

Backroads, the global leader in active travel, today announced a new “Say Yes to Summer” campaign to support the peak booking months of January and February for summer travel—and travel throughout the year.
at Thu, 22 Jan 2026 08:48:22 +0000

Royal Caribbean Group has been named to the Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies 2026 list, marking a defining moment in the company’s evolution into a global vacation leader. The annual ranking, compiled by Fortune® in partnership with Korn Ferry, surveys executives, directors, and industry analysts to evaluate companies across nine key reputation attributes including innovation, quality of management, products and services, social responsibility, and long-term investment value.
at Thu, 22 Jan 2026 08:44:35 +0000

Emirates Airline has signed an agreement with Dubai Investments Park (DIP) to acquire land for a new purpose-built Cabin Crew Village. Representing a multi-billion-dirham investment, the development will feature a mixed-use and residential community designed to accommodate up to 12,000 cabin crew members.
at Thu, 22 Jan 2026 08:42:45 +0000

Emirates has renewed its more than two-decade-long partnership as naming sponsor of the Defender of the America’s Cup, Emirates Team New Zealand, extending one of the longest-standing and most iconic sponsorships in international sailing through the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup and all preliminary regattas.
at Thu, 22 Jan 2026 08:40:47 +0000

Exciting hotel openings, new hiking and biking trails and major cultural moments feature across Gothenburg & West Sweden in 2026 – all with sustainability in mind. The West Sweden tourist board is unveiling a wave of new openings and experiences for 2026, from boutique hotel expansions and picturesque cycling routes to significant cultural anniversaries and intriguing art festivals.
at Thu, 22 Jan 2026 08:38:48 +0000

Propellic, a category-leading digital and performance marketing agency dedicated exclusively to the travel and tourism industry, today announced the expansion of its executive leadership team with the appointments of Jeff Johnson as Chief Operating Officer and John Matson as Chief Revenue Officer. The additions mark a key milestone as Propellic enters its next phase of growth, enterprise expansion, and product innovation. The leadership appointments underscore Propellic’s focus on scaling operational excellence, strengthening revenue discipline, and expanding the ways it supports travel brands navigating an increasingly complex marketing and distribution landscape.
at Thu, 22 Jan 2026 08:36:28 +0000

United Airlines (UAL) today reported fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 financial results that exceeded Wall Street expectations and were within guidance. The airline’s diluted earnings per share of $10.20 and adjusted diluted earnings per share1 of $10.62 for 2025 rose versus 2024. The company delivered full-year pre-tax earnings of $4.3 billion, with a pre-tax margin of 7.3%, and adjusted pre-tax earnings1 of $4.6 billion, with an adjusted pre-tax margin1 of 7.8%. Total operating revenue for the year grew 3.5% year-over-year to $59.1 billion — the highest in United history. The company generated $8.4 billion of operating cash flow and $2.7 billion in free cash flow1 in 2025, and expects to generate a similar level of free cash flow2 in 2026.
at Thu, 22 Jan 2026 08:32:07 +0000

Anantara Chiang Mai Resort, a luxury resort operated by global hospitality group Minor Hotels, announces the appointment of Tudsaporn Jaiboonchuen as its new General Manager, effective 1 January 2026. In her new role, Tudsaporn will lead the resort’s overall strategy and operations, with a focus on elevating guest experience, driving commercial performance, upholding brand standards, and fostering team development across the property.
at Wed, 21 Jan 2026 13:37:57 +0000

Saudi is rapidly transforming into a global powerhouse for sports. Football is seeing a renaissance in the country, but beneath the dazzling headlines lies a deep, multi-generational passion for the beautiful game. That passion is now being amplified by an unprecedented wave of focus on football locally, nationally, and internationally. The clearest sign of this ambition is Saudi’s successful bid to host the FIFA World Cup 2034. This monumental undertaking involves developing cutting-edge infrastructure, from state-of-the-art stadiums to expansive fan zones and advanced transport networks; all meticulously planned to deliver an unparalleled global spectacle. In the meantime, Saudi is showcasing its hosting credentials by bringing major European club competitions like the Spanish and Italian Super Cups to its pitches.
at Wed, 21 Jan 2026 13:33:52 +0000

With overseas travel spend by Middle East residents expected to grow by 6% per year until the end of the decade, where it will top US$60 billion according to the latest ATM Travel Trends Report, exhibition space is in high demand among international participants at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, which will take place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 4-7 May.
at Wed, 21 Jan 2026 09:35:45 +0000

Avelo Airlines announced today that it is extending its Concord-Padgett Regional Airport (USA) flight schedule through Aug. 18, 2026, just in time to start planning summer travel.
at Wed, 21 Jan 2026 09:33:42 +0000

MGM Resorts International has reached a significant milestone in its renewable energy strategy, now powering up to 100% of its daytime electricity needs on the Las Vegas Strip with solar energy. The achievement was made possible after the Company began receiving 115 MW of solar energy and 400 megawatt-hours (MWh) of battery storage in December of 2025 from the recently completed Escape Solar and Storage Project, located in Lincoln County, Nevada.
at Wed, 21 Jan 2026 09:31:31 +0000

Choice Hotels International, Inc. today unveiled its latest global marketing campaign centered on Travel Values, celebrating how the right stay can unlock more meaningful travel experiences. The campaign highlights how staying with Choice Hotels gives guests more value for their money, helping them make the most out of the moments they care about.
at Wed, 21 Jan 2026 09:28:27 +0000

Atlas Ocean Voyages today announced that it is currently building its first-ever luxury expedition sailing yacht, a next-generation newbuild platform that represents a significant milestone in the company’s continued evolution and growth within the luxury expedition cruise industry.
at Wed, 21 Jan 2026 09:25:44 +0000

At CROSSROADS Maldives, Valentine’s Day is treated not as a single evening gesture but as a full-day celebration shaped by choice, movement and shared experience. Set across two islands connected by the lagoon, the destination invites couples to create their own rhythm of romance — moving effortlessly between energy, creativity and calm.
at Wed, 21 Jan 2026 09:23:20 +0000

Specialist tour operator Journey Latin America is delighted to announce a significant rise in demand for holidays to Central America — with Guatemala emerging as one of 2026’s fastest‑growing Central American destinations. Long beloved by backpackers for its affordability, adventure and culture — from smouldering volcanoes to vibrant chicken buses — Guatemala has traditionally flown under the radar for luxury travellers. That is now rapidly changing as discerning visitors increasingly seek out both its iconic sights and hidden gems. With a surge in demand fuelled by MICHELIN recognition, high‑profile media exposure, and renewed traveller curiosity, Guatemala is stepping confidently into the spotlight.
at Wed, 21 Jan 2026 09:20:20 +0000

Grand Mercure Business Bay has officially opened its doors in Dubai following the rebranding of Gulf Court Hotel Business Bay, owned and managed by Gulf Hotels Group (GHG), under a franchise agreement with Accor. This milestone marks a new chapter for the hotel, shaped by Grand Mercure’s distinctive approach to hospitality that celebrates pride of place through refined grandeur, cultural immersion and heartfelt human connection. Rooted in international hospitality standards while deeply anchored in its destination, Grand Mercure Business Bay reflects the brand’s philosophy of elevating locality through meaningful gestures, warm rituals and intentional service.
at Wed, 21 Jan 2026 09:08:40 +0000

Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the region, has announced the signing of Centro Hail, a next-generation lifestyle hotel to be developed in collaboration with Alkhorayef Investment and Development Co. and the Tourism Development Fund (TDF).
at Wed, 21 Jan 2026 09:06:06 +0000

andBeyond Phinda Zuka Lodge reopened on 18 December 2025 after a thoughtful refurbishment, welcoming guests back to a place that feels both familiar and entirely new. Emerging as a next-generation private safari retreat designed for intimate gatherings, perfect for small groups, multi-generational families and milestone celebrations. The result is a key destination shaped for life’s most meaningful moments, carried by the warm, effortless hospitality that has always defined the Zuka experience. As part of andBeyond’s ongoing commitment to investing in its lodge portfolio, this much-loved lodge within Phinda Private Game Reserve returns as a home for every generation.
at Wed, 21 Jan 2026 09:03:47 +0000

Dubai has been recognised with the title of ’World’s Leading Sustainable City 2025’ by voters at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards. The prize was revealed in front of hundreds of global leaders of sustainable tourism at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards 2025, held at Terra, Expo City Dubai. The VIP ceremony recognised the individuals and organisations that are accelerating change in net positive tourism.
at Wed, 21 Jan 2026 08:59:07 +0000

With 142 days to go until the FIFA World Cup 2026, Mexico’s state of Jalisco is finalising preparations to welcome international visitors, highlighting its strong tourism, transport and fan-focused readiness. Guadalajara, Jalisco’s capital, will host four group-stage matches at Estadio Guadalajara, including an opening-day fixture and the highly anticipated Mexico vs South Korea match on 18 June 2026.
at Tue, 20 Jan 2026 13:05:44 +0000

Novotel, Accor’s founding brand, has launched Longevity Everyday, a new vision designed to redefine how hotels support guests’ wellbeing and quality of life by making longevity practical, intuitive, and accessible through small daily habits. With more than 600 hotels across 67 countries, the brand is responding to the rapidly growing longevity economy, expected to reach $4.6 trillion for the travel and hospitality sector by the end of the decade, and to rising traveller demand for mental and physical wellness. The strategy will roll out from 2026 onwards across four pillars—Eat, Sleep, Move, Meet—through refreshed bedding, healthier and more sustainable dining, movement-focused experiences, and enhanced meetings and family offerings, all underpinned by a commitment to ocean preservation. At the heart of the initiative is the Novotel 37 Collective, a global community of wellbeing leaders and experts inspiring achievable, everyday choices that compound into long-term impact.
at Tue, 20 Jan 2026 12:47:09 +0000

The roomangel Foundation today announced the introduction of Assetware, a new intelligence category designed to redefine how artificial intelligence is connected, governed, and applied across the hospitality industry. The announcement was made during the Hotel Revolution Summit Dubai, where industry leaders gathered to examine the structural changes reshaping hotel performance in an increasingly AI-driven world.
at Tue, 20 Jan 2026 11:03:25 +0000

The Call for Entries for the World Travel Awards 2026 is now open. Travel and tourism organisations worldwide are invited to submit their entries for the opportunity to win the industry’s most prestigious accolade. Organisations demonstrating market-leading excellence are encouraged to participate. All available categories can be viewed online. The application process is quick and straightforward, and entries are submitted via the World Travel Awards website.
at Tue, 20 Jan 2026 08:44:56 +0000

The Call for Entries for the World Travel Awards 2026 is now open. Travel and tourism organisations worldwide are invited to submit their entries for the opportunity to win the industry’s most prestigious accolade. Organisations demonstrating market-leading excellence are encouraged to participate. All available categories can be viewed online. The application process is quick and straightforward, and entries are submitted via the World Travel Awards website.
at Tue, 20 Jan 2026 08:44:42 +0000

This week marks the official opening of Desert X AlUla 2026, the landmark fourth edition of the international, open-air biennial exhibition. Arts AlUla, in collaboration with Desert X, welcomes visitors to experience a stellar line-up of Saudi and international multi-generational artists whose site-responsive earthworks, sculptures, and installations will engage in a powerful dialogue with the awe-inspiring landscapes and layered heritage of AlUla.
at Tue, 20 Jan 2026 08:42:25 +0000

Ocean’s 18 Mini Golf & Bar officially opened its doors at Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City on January 17 following a grand opening celebration with a special appearance by actor Christopher McDonald, aka “Shooter McGavin” in Happy Gilmore, and also known for his role on HBO Max’s Hacks. During the celebration, McDonald participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremony and mingled with guests and tried his hand on the mini golf course. MTV’s Jersey Shore stars Sammi Giancola aka “Sammi Sweetheart” and Jenni Farley aka “JWoww” also stopped by the event to take a few swings on the course. Located on the Casino Level next to LaScala’s Fire, Ocean’s 18 is the first mini golf course ever built inside an Atlantic City casino and features a full-service bar.
at Tue, 20 Jan 2026 08:40:57 +0000

Outform Group, Inc. (together with its subsidiaries, “Outform” or the “Company”), an award-winning global innovation and experience agency, today announced the launch of Outform Hospitality, a dedicated business division designed to help hospitality brands rapidly design, source, and deliver high-quality guest environments at scale and with greater cost control.
at Tue, 20 Jan 2026 08:35:57 +0000

Minor Hotels will pursue a focused approach to growth in 2026, building on a year of record development momentum to prioritise market depth, portfolio diversification and capital-efficient expansion. The group signed 40 new hotel contracts and master agreements in 2025 – its highest annual total to date – and expects to secure a further 25 signings in the first quarter of 2026, highlighting sustained owner demand and signalling another record growth year ahead.
at Tue, 20 Jan 2026 08:33:06 +0000

A new year goes hand in hand with the best of intentions for a healthy lifestyle, but as we hit mid-January, we may start to struggle a little to stick with the new routines and ambitions. The solution is to plan ahead, book an active holiday in the sun – much better than dark January days anyhow. BeyondBeach is offering fitness weeks in Kefalonia and active family holidays in the French mountains.
at Tue, 20 Jan 2026 08:31:19 +0000

As “Tết” 2026 ushers in the Year of the Fire Horse, Namia River Retreat invites travellers to experience a Vietnamese New Year shaped by meaningful presence. This is a Tết to be felt rather than hurried through, one that unfolds gently along the banks of the Thu Bon River.
at Tue, 20 Jan 2026 08:28:16 +0000

In most cases, trains are used simply as a means of reaching a destination. At the same time, there are trains in Japan that are designed so that the time spent onboard itself becomes part of the travel experience.
at Tue, 20 Jan 2026 08:26:53 +0000

Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) announces another year of record-breaking results for the Emirate, welcoming 1.35 million overnight visitors in 2025 – a 6% year-on-year increase – alongside a 12% growth in tourism revenues.
at Tue, 20 Jan 2026 08:24:44 +0000

Unmissable new opportunities for SCUBA diving enthusiasts now enrich Swan Hellenic’s luxury expedition cruises in one of the last true paradises on Earth. The cultural expedition cruise specialist has unveiled a series of dedicated SCUBA diving experiences across four exclusive East Asia voyages, exploring the unrivalled marine biodiversity of Raja Ampat aboard the luxury boutique expedition ship SH Minerva.
at Tue, 20 Jan 2026 08:21:42 +0000

NH Collection Maldives Reethi Resort, Baa Atoll’s long-standing retreat cherished by generations of guests, has been transformed into a fresh expression of Maldivian hospitality following an extensive refurbishment and rebrand. As the resort enters a new chapter, its enduring legacy has been reimagined for a modern-day traveller seeking meaningful discovery – with 105 transformed villas, refined restaurants and bars, dedicated family spaces, kids’ facilities and a serene spa, all set within the elegantly landscaped natural island of Fonimagoodhoo.
at Tue, 20 Jan 2026 08:19:14 +0000

AI-led digital transformation to power scalable growth, elevate guest experiences, and support TIME Hotels’ expanding international portfolio through 2026. Technology-driven operations and human-centred innovation underpin TIME Hotels’ global expansion across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia
at Mon, 19 Jan 2026 20:22:11 +0000

Park Hyatt Dubai announces the appointment of Mr. Ersev Demiroz as its new General Manager, further strengthening the resort’s leadership as it continues to set benchmarks in luxury hospitality.
at Mon, 19 Jan 2026 16:24:31 +0000

As part of its ongoing growth strategy in Southeast Asia and commitment to the Philippines, Emirates will introduce four additional weekly flights between Dubai and Manila from 2 April.
at Mon, 19 Jan 2026 10:19:00 +0000

Boeing and Delta Air Lines have announced the U.S. carrier placed its first direct order for up to 60 787 Dreamliners to support long-haul international growth and renew the airline’s widebody fleet. Delta’s purchase of 30 787-10 jets – with opportunity for up to 30 more of the largest 787 variant – will enable the airline’s expansion and modernization plans on high-demand transatlantic and South American routes.
at Mon, 19 Jan 2026 10:14:07 +0000