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Seabourn, the leader in luxury and expedition travel, has unveiled a new regionally inspired culinary program created specifically for the line’s Alaska season. Developed to reflect the region’s unique ingredients, traditions and sense of place, the program introduces a series of destination-driven dining and beverage experiences that unfold throughout each voyage.
The program was launched on Seabourn Encore’s inaugural Alaska season in May 2026 and builds on Seabourn’s tradition of regionally inspired cuisine and extensively features Alaska’s culinary traditions and coastal influences throughout each voyage.
at Wed, 20 May 2026 07:00:15 +0000
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Qatar Airways Group today announced a post-tax profit of QAR 7.08bn (US$ 1.94bn) for financial year 2025/26. The results demonstrate a robust performance against a final month impacted by significant geopolitical events, reaffirming its position as one of global aviation’s most resilient Groups.
at Wed, 20 May 2026 06:57:12 +0000
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A new report by Data Appeal Mabrian (Almawave/Almaviva Group), highlights how European destinations can strategically boost low-season demand by expanding and diversifying their offerings beyond traditional peak periods, signalling the need for a coordinated shift in how destinations design and promote year-round travel experiences.
at Wed, 20 May 2026 06:53:26 +0000
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This Africa Day, Minor Hotels invites travellers to discover the richness and diversity of Southern Africa through a portfolio of distinctive properties spanning vibrant cities, remote wilderness, coastal escapes and island retreats.
While Africa is often viewed through the lens of bush safaris and catching a glimpse of the Big Five from a Land Cruiser; the continent promises any number of extraordinary journeys. Today’s high-value travellers are increasingly seeking multi-destination itineraries that combine varied experiences into one seamless journey. From the dramatic coastlines of Mozambique to Mahé, from the waterways of Zambia to the cultural energy of Johannesburg and Windhoek, Minor Hotels presents journeys that connect travellers more deeply with the landscapes, communities and heritage of each destination.
at Wed, 20 May 2026 06:48:37 +0000
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A healthy life begins with a healthy mind. At Grand Hyatt Bali, the family beachfront resort in the exclusive enclave of Nusa Dua, Bali, guests are invited to discover a refined island escape where wellness, comfort, and peace of mind come together effortlessly. Set within a gated resort area known for its calm waters, security, and world-class infrastructure, Grand Hyatt Bali offers a sense of luxury that feels both reassuring and restorative—especially valued amid today’s global uncertainty.
at Wed, 20 May 2026 06:46:21 +0000
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Thirty years ago, running a hotel meant mastering three things: the property, the guest, and the binder. Today, Hospitality America manages a portfolio of award-winning properties across the Southeast — and the binder has been replaced by something far more powerful: a single, real-time operational ecosystem that gives every leader, at every level, the visibility to act before problems occur.
Over the past three decades, the company has evolved in step with sweeping changes in technology and guest expectations. While the fundamentals of hospitality remain unchanged (a clean, safe, and welcoming experience) the way those standards are delivered has been fundamentally transformed.
at Wed, 20 May 2026 06:42:00 +0000
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A summer packed with global events is giving air travel a boost, with United Airlines seeing double-digit increases in demand to destinations tied to once-in-a-lifetime moments – from a total solar eclipse in Europe to international soccer matches and major global concert tours.
More than 53 million people are expected to fly United this summer from June to August – about 3 million more than last year - and many are headed to destinations tied to unique can’t-miss moments
at Wed, 20 May 2026 06:40:17 +0000
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Hotels have become cultural markers, shaping how people want to live, not just travel. Marriott Bonvoy Boutiques brings this shift to life with the launch of Design Shop. The inaugural hotel collections are anchored by W Hotels and Westin Hotels & Resorts, with new destination-themed and brand-led collections to come later in 2026.
at Wed, 20 May 2026 06:38:09 +0000
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From Albania to Montenegro: here are Europe’s ‘secret’ alternative Summer hotspots we should consider booking this Summer.
With growing uncertainty around some long-haul routes, more UK travellers are rethinking how far they want to travel this summer.
at Wed, 20 May 2026 06:36:30 +0000
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Minor Hotels, a leading global hotel owner and operator, announces the launch of Porta Rossa Hotel Firenze, Colbert Collection, marking the first hotel to open under the new Colbert Collection brand worldwide. Located on Via Porta Rossa, in the heart of Florence’s historic centre, the hotel officially debuted on 12th May 2026, following a comprehensive renovation to transform it into a flagship of the brand.
at Wed, 20 May 2026 06:33:12 +0000
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This Eid Al Adha, Yas Island is transforming into the most vibrant hub for celebration, offering a spectacular lineup of entertainment, world-class hospitality and extraordinary family moments. With exhilarating theme park adventures, cultural celebrations and unmissable hotel packages, the island is poised to be the ultimate destination for a can’t-miss holiday weekend.
at Tue, 19 May 2026 16:20:23 +0000
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Founded in 2016 at the initiative of Publicis Groupe and the Groupe Les Échos-Le Parisien, VivaTech has established itself over ten years as the most important European event dedicated to startups and technology
at Tue, 19 May 2026 15:51:14 +0000
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Roseate House London is one of central London’s most elegant hidden gems for wine lovers, offering a cosy and intimate drinking and dining experience at The Hyde Restaurant & Bar. Renowned for its outstanding curated wine list, widely considered one of the finest in London, guests can explore an exceptional collection of distinctive vintages and expertly selected labels in a setting defined by vintage luxury and understated sophistication.
at Tue, 19 May 2026 11:47:41 +0000
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At Enduata Camps’ Wild Wakati Camp, which opened in 2026 by Tanzanian guide Michael Shayo and British hospitality expert Matt Wilkey, the sundowners are recognised as a central part of the safari experience, elevating remote wilderness hospitality with a curated and highly considered wine and cocktail offering.
at Tue, 19 May 2026 11:37:15 +0000
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With National Wine Day approaching on the 25th May, there is no better time to discover Morocco’s evolving wine scene than with a stay at La Sultana, Marrakech. Tucked within the Imperial City’s walls, the luxurious riad hotel offers a refined setting in which to explore the country’s emerging viticulture, pairing heritage and craftsmanship with a contemporary approach to wine and dining.
At the heart of the experience is La Sultana’s curated Moroccan wine journey, which invites guests to discover the country’s lesser-known vineyards and varietals through expertly guided tastings. Showcasing a selection of regional wines, the experience offers a deeper understanding of Morocco’s wine-making traditions and the influences of its diverse terroir, providing an insightful introduction to the country’s evolving wine scene.
at Tue, 19 May 2026 11:31:07 +0000
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Okavango Horse Safaris is introducing something new for the Delta. For 2027, the family-run safari operation is launching a series of artist-led retreats, offering a different way to experience the landscape beyond the traditional safari format.
Set within a vast private concession in the western Okavango Delta, the retreats are designed to open the safari experience up to a broader audience. Artists, designers and creatively curious travellers are invited to engage with the Delta not just through wildlife viewing, but through observation, interpretation and making.
at Tue, 19 May 2026 07:11:16 +0000
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Set along the Son River and embraced by the limestone peaks of Phong Nha–Ke Bang UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to the world’s largest cave system including the legendary Son Doong caves, Auko Eco-Wellness Lodges is set to open in Q3, 2026 as a new expression of regenerative hospitality in Southeast Asia.
at Tue, 19 May 2026 07:08:56 +0000
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Dream of the Desert, Saudi Arabia’s first ultra-luxury train by Arsenale Group, marked a major development milestone with the opening of its headquarters in Riyadh and the appointment of Raffaele Breschi as General Manager of Dream of the Desert and CEO of Arsenale International. This step marks the next phase of the project’s delivery in the country, reinforcing its central role in Saudi Arabia’s tourism transformation as it advances toward its 2026 debut.
The establishment of a permanent base in Riyadh anchors the project firmly within Saudi Arabia’s tourism and transport ecosystem and marks Arsenale’s first international headquarters, underscoring a long-term, on-the-ground commitment beyond project development.
at Tue, 19 May 2026 07:04:03 +0000
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Avani Hotels & Resorts is marking Pride 2026 with a programme of city-led experiences across Bangkok, Madrid and Amsterdam, connecting travellers with local LGBTQ+ culture through movement, nightlife, literature, performance and community celebration.
at Tue, 19 May 2026 07:01:49 +0000
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Protect Group, a leader in ancillary travel products, has identified a significant increase in booking hesitancy among travellers, largely driven by rising global geopolitical instability and stricter regulations. The company defines this emerging behaviour as “booking anxiety,” with financial uncertainty and price as the main barriers to decision-making. As a result, travellers are increasingly delaying bookings, prioritising price over other factors, and adopting a “wait and see” attitude in response to a perceived volatile environment.
at Tue, 19 May 2026 06:59:45 +0000
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BTN exclusive with Victor Abou-Ghanem, CEO, STORY Hospitality addressing the current mood across the UAE hospitality sector, particularly among hotel owners, operators and investors?
at Tue, 19 May 2026 06:52:57 +0000
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Qatar Airways and Philippine Airlines are expanding their strategic partnership by enhancing the connectivity between both airlines’ networks. Starting 1 June 2026, Philippine Airlines will place its (PR) code on Qatar Airways flights from Manila, Cebu, Clark, and Davao to Doha, and connect to over 20 major European cities, including Paris, Rome, and Frankfurt via Hamad International Airport.
at Tue, 19 May 2026 06:50:34 +0000
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Just You has introduced a new departure date for its ‘The Silk Road: Legends of the Five Stans’ tour.
The specialist solo escorted tour operator originally launched the 21-day itinerary in April with departure dates in April 2027 and September 2027.
at Tue, 19 May 2026 06:49:32 +0000
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Celestyal has marked a new milestone in its Mediterranean deployment, with the 1260-guest Celestyal Journey making her first call to Agios Nikolaos, Crete.
The call, which took place on May 12, 2026, forms part of the cruise line’s seven-night ‘Idyllic Greece’ itinerary. Celestyal Journey is scheduled to visit the port a further 21 times throughout the 2026 season, which runs through to November.
at Tue, 19 May 2026 06:43:17 +0000
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Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London, is delighted to introduce a new collection of Creative Master Classes for Teens, developed in collaboration with experiential travel specialist The Luminaire.
Building on the hotel’s award-winning Families by M.O. – Little Ranger Adventures offering, the new collection has been thoughtfully designed to extend the experience for older children and teenagers, offering exclusive access to some of London’s most influential cultural spaces, from world-renowned recording studios and emerging digital design environments to celebrated culinary ateliers and creative communities shaping contemporary culture.
at Tue, 19 May 2026 06:41:48 +0000
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Virgin Voyages has released its latest sustainability and social impact report, titled “Sea Change: Changing Sailing for Good”.
The report outlines the brand’s ongoing environmental, social and operational commitments across its four-ship fleet. It highlights a number of milestones and performance metrics across the business, including its commitment to decarbonization., while detailing the operational changes, Crew initiatives and community programmes implemented since the brand launched in 2021.
at Tue, 19 May 2026 06:39:56 +0000
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Barbados has appointed prominent businessman and former national field hockey player Peter Harris as chairman of Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. as the island posted a solid 3.3% increase in stay-over tourist arrivals for 2025.
Harris, executive chairman of PVH Group Inc., succeeds businesswoman Shelly Williams, who served four years in the role, Tourism and International Transport Minister Ian Gooding-Edghill confirmed in a statement. The appointment is intended to accelerate the island’s tourism growth through expanded airlift and deeper penetration of emerging markets.
at Mon, 18 May 2026 16:28:10 +0000
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St. Vincent and the Grenadines has launched “LOVE SVG,” a national tourism enhancement initiative that places people, community and country at the center of its development agenda.
Led by the Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation and Sustainable Development, Dr. Kishore Shallow, the initiative signals a new chapter for tourism in the destination, grounded in national participation and a shared commitment to ensuring that the benefits of tourism reach communities across the country.
at Mon, 18 May 2026 16:24:54 +0000
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Qatar Airways is expanding its African network, with flight resumptions and frequency increases launching from 16 June 2026.
Boosting connectivity across Africa, the airline will restart four weekly flights to Seychelles (SEZ) and two weekly flights to Kigali (KGL) from 16 June, and daily flight to Marrakesh (RAK) from 1 July.
at Mon, 18 May 2026 16:22:34 +0000
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With the summer travel season approaching, American air travelers are preparing for the most stressful airport experience in recent memory.
According to a new survey commissioned by Ship&Play, a door-to-door luggage and gear shipping company, travelers plan to arrive nearly two hours earlier than usual for their summer flights, dread standing in long lines, and brace for mounting fees for checked bags.
at Mon, 18 May 2026 16:17:18 +0000
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Emirates Palace Company (EPCO), together with LEAD Development and Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, today announced Emirates Palace, Mandarin Oriental Mansions, Abu Dhabi, a limited collection of thirty-five uniquely designed private residences located within the grounds of Emirates Palace. The development marks the first-time private ownership has been introduced within one of the UAE’s most historically and institutionally significant destinations. Completion is anticipated in 2029.
at Mon, 18 May 2026 15:59:44 +0000
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Home to three distinctive hotels, each reflecting the brand’s familiar warmth and genuine hospitality, JA The Resort offers a stay experience to suit every way of celebrating Eid Al Adha. Helping guests make the most of the long weekend and this joyful occasion, each destination presents a dynamic stay reflecting its unique character, complete with elevated comforts, personalised experiences, and exclusive savings. Guests can choose an Eid filled with shared moments and family time at JA Beach Hotel, stay active at JA Lake View Hotel, or slow things down with an unhurried break at JA Palm Tree Court.
at Mon, 18 May 2026 06:37:45 +0000
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The One Palácio da Anunciada, the 5-star flagship of H10 Hotels’ luxury brand in Lisbon, marks a milestone in Portuguese hospitality by becoming a member of Beyond Green. This global alliance represents the world’s most rigorous sustainability standard for hotels, recognizing properties that demonstrate exceptional leadership through pillars that extend beyond conservation toward true regeneration.
at Mon, 18 May 2026 06:16:37 +0000
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voco Darwin Suites has officially opened its doors in the heart of the city centre, bringing IHG Hotels & Resorts’ fast-growing premium brand to the Northern Territory for the first time. The new-build hotel also marks the debut of a voco Suites product in Australia, with one- and two-bedroom suites blending the convenience of self-sufficient facilities with a productive work environment, all while retaining the playful characteristics of voco.
at Mon, 18 May 2026 06:14:15 +0000
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Hilton has announced the signing of a Curio Collection by Hilton hotel in Nanjing, and a Tapestry Collection by Hilton property in Wuxi, expanding Hilton’s lifestyle brand presence in Jiangsu province. The signings reflect the company’s continued investment in the Yangtze River Delta and its commitment to meeting growing demand for distinctive, experience-driven stays in sought-after destinations. These hotels will join the upcoming Xi Zhe Wuxi, Curio Collection by Hilton hotel, set to debut in the region later this year.
at Mon, 18 May 2026 06:11:09 +0000
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Twenty‑five years ago, five young Maldivians became the first graduates of the Four Seasons Maldives Hospitality Apprenticeship Programme. On April 18, 2026, the programme marked its 25th anniversary at the Maldives National University Auditorium in Malé, celebrating a total of 1,058 Maldivians who have now graduated from the programme, making it the longest‑running of its kind in the Indian Ocean.
at Mon, 18 May 2026 06:08:30 +0000
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The Derby London City, Curio Collection by Hilton has officially opened in the heart of London’s Square Mile, blending British charm with contemporary sophistication. Inspired by the iconic bowler hat – affectionately known as a “Derby” – the hotel’s name nods to a symbol long associated with British style and the City’s banking heritage.
at Mon, 18 May 2026 06:08:02 +0000
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Six Senses has joined Recipe of Change, a global initiative convened by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and UN Tourism to unite the tourism sector in a shared commitment to halve food waste by 2030. A living expression of the brand’s sustainable ethos and Eat With Six Senses philosophy, the engagement sees Six Senses share its long-learned operational and behavioral solutions through open conversations with guests and industry peers alike to address the near one-third of all food produced globally that is never eaten*.
at Mon, 18 May 2026 06:06:16 +0000
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The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) will launch a new scholarship fund dedicated to empowering the next generation of Caribbean women in tourism at its Caribbean Women in Tourism Leadership Dinner & Awards on June 1.
Titled “From Her to Her: From Today’s Female Leaders to Tomorrow’s Tourism Stars,” the program will provide annual support for a promising female student from the Caribbean pursuing studies and a career in tourism. All proceeds from the June 1 event will directly fund the scholarship through the CTO Foundation.
at Mon, 18 May 2026 06:02:29 +0000
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United have announced it is expanding its service to Japan with new flights to Sapporo and Tokyo-Narita this winter. The airline will launch the first nonstop service from the continental U.S. to Sapporo, Japan and will be the only U.S. airline offering nonstop service between Chicago and Tokyo-Narita*. As the leading carrier between the U.S. and Japan, these new flights give travelers from across North America more ways to explore Japan and connect across Asia.
at Mon, 18 May 2026 06:02:06 +0000
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