As the festive season approaches, trade the winter chill and city bustle for the gentle rhythm of island life at Centara Hotels & Resorts’ four distinctive Maldivian destinations. From sunlit days by the ocean to evenings shaped by seasonal traditions, each resort offers its own expression of the festive season, bringing together considered experiences, culinary moments and the natural beauty of the Maldives.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 06:45:06 +0000

Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa has reopened following its annual autumn closure, unveiling a US$14 million transformation of all 250 guest rooms in the adults-only Harmony Wing and family-friendly Splash Wing, now all Junior Suites. The investment is the largest room project in Coconut Bay’s over 20-year history. Mark Adams, President and CEO of Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa, said, “This project represents more than new rooms. It reflects our commitment to continually enhancing the guest experience for the many repeat guests who return to Coconut Bay year after year, as well as those discovering us for the first time.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 06:42:41 +0000

Young football fans will have the chance to train with former Liverpool FC defender Martin Kelly at Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort from 15 to 18 November 2026. Open to children aged five to 13 of all skill levels, the Exclusive Kids’ Football Camp combines professional coaching with the spirit of island life, helping young players develop their skills, build confidence and make new friends. Following three successful football camps with former England and Liverpool FC striker Michael Owen, Avani+ Fares Maldives continues to build its reputation as a destination where young football fans can learn from former Premier League players.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 06:41:43 +0000

After more than 15 years of helping guests discover villas and apartments across Italy, award-winning UK-based villa specialist Bookings For You has rebranded as Italy Villa Holidays, unveiling a new identity and website to reflect its exclusive focus on Italian holidays.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 06:37:21 +0000

Luxury hotel barging specialist European Waterways has unveiled a collection of new experiences for 2027, alongside the launch of its new 2027/28 brochure, and savings of 10% off selected 2027 cruises and private charters booked before 16 November 2026. Spanning some of Europe’s most picturesque inland waterways, additions for 2027 include a new itinerary through Brittany, exclusive encounters at medieval châteaux in Burgundy, and new culinary and cultural discoveries along the Canal du Midi and Ireland’s River Shannon.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 06:35:19 +0000

Denmark is gearing up for an exciting 2027, with new experiences and significant milestones giving visitors even more to explore beyond the familiar city breaks. Highlights include the 700th anniversary celebrations in Bornholm’s historic capital, Rønne; the opening of Denmark’s new Natural History Museum in Copenhagen; new walking and cycling routes showcasing the country’s diverse landscapes; and a growing choice of distinctive places to stay.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 06:33:23 +0000

Anguilla is pursuing a larger role in Caribbean yacht charter itineraries following meetings with industry representatives at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show as the island prepares for new maritime infrastructure. Jameel Rochester, director of tourism, and Keri Rogers, manager of destination experience at the Anguilla Tourist Board, represented the destination at the Oct. 28-Nov. 1 show. Discussions with Fraser Yachts, BOAT International and other superyacht and charter industry representatives explored itinerary opportunities and ways to strengthen Anguilla’s appeal to luxury maritime visitors.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 06:27:13 +0000

Finnair, the flag carrier of Finland, is celebrating 50 years of flights to Bangkok, it’s first destination in Asia. When the route first launched on 2 November 1976, it marked the beginning of Finnair’s presence in Asia and connecting Europe and Asia via the ‘short northern route’. Initially operated by Finnair’s McDonnell Douglas wide-body aircraft, the service has grown to up to 21 weekly flights, underlining Bangkok’s enduring importance in Finnair’s network.
at Tue, 03 Nov 2026 06:23:04 +0000

This winter, visitors will have a new reason to dive beneath the surface in Saint Lucia. Below Saint Lucia, a new underwater dive park at Anse La Verdure on the island’s southwest coast, will bring together art, culture, history and marine conservation through an immersive collection of underwater sculptures inspired by Saint Lucia’s people, heritage and national identity. Developed by DeepBlueSea, the Anse La Verdure site is the first phase of a three-part underwater sculpture park concept for divers, with future locations planned for snorkelers too, including Anse Ferre in Ciceron.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:49:31 +0000

Visit Wales will use WTM London 2026 to preview how Cymru (Wales) will harness one of the most powerful moments in world sport: the first Tour de France stage to be held in Wales. On Sunday 4 July 2027, Stage 3 and the climax of the Grand Départ will race 223kms from Y Trallwng (Welshpool) to Caerdydd (Cardiff). On the UKinbound Pavilion at WTM, Visit Wales will announce how its 2027 marketing campaign will celebrate the experiences visitors can enjoy while cycling in Wales - turning global attention on the race into practical inspiration for bookable itineraries, touring programmes and memorable client experiences.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:47:09 +0000

Rwanda marked the 21st edition of Kwita Izina with the ground-breaking of the Smart Green Village, part of the Volcanoes Community Resilience Project and Rwanda’s long-term vision for the restoration and expansion of Volcanoes National Park. The initiative is designed to ensure communities surrounding Rwanda’s national parks benefit directly from conservation and tourism-driven growth. The wider programme includes plans to expand Volcanoes National Park by approximately 3,740 hectares and establish around 6,620 hectares of buffer zones, creating additional habitat for Rwanda’s growing mountain gorilla population. The project is expected to improve livelihoods for more than 17,000 people across approximately 3,400 households while reducing human-wildlife conflict by 80 per cent. Rwanda also celebrated 21 years of Kwita Izina in 2026, with 22 baby mountain gorillas named during the annual conservation ceremony. Read the Rwanda Development Board announcement.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:45:04 +0000

The “Experience Ghana” campaign is rallying on the flagship government tourism policy “The Blackstar Experience” designed to repackage and present Ghana’s film, music, cuisine, arts, fashion, literature and heritage as a unified, world-class tourism offering. The campaign positions Ghana as a vibrant, all-year destination for culture, leisure, business and investment.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:41:06 +0000

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), under the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, together with public- and private-sector partners, concluded the World Travel & Culture Expo (WTCE) 2026, held from 29–31 October at IMPACT Exhibition & Convention Center, Muang Thong Thani. The event connected Thai, Chinese, and international businesses and partners from 18 countries through exhibitions, business matching, and industry exchange across tourism, culture, technology, sport, entertainment, and the creative industries, supporting Thailand’s position as the Tourism and Entertainment Hub of ASEAN.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:33:38 +0000

As travel and tourism organisations from more than 135 countries gather in London for World Travel Market; Costa Rica and British Airways are bringing a spectacular celebration of the destination to the heart of the capital, transforming London’s Outernet into a fantastical showcase of Costa Rica’s biodiversity, culture and wildlife. Created in partnership with British Airways, the activation places Costa Rica centre stage during one of the most important weeks in the global travel calendar, positioning the destination in front of thousands of travel trade professionals, media and consumers as the industry descends on London.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:31:41 +0000

The St. Vincent and the Grenadines Tourism Authority (SVGTA) has unveiled a new destination brand identity, “Set Your Spirit Free,” supported by an international marketing campaign designed to strengthen the country’s global visibility. The new identity highlights three pillars: nature and adventure, marine paradise, and culture and celebration.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 11:10:29 +0000

For several months, an Airbus A321neo has been flying for Lufthansa in an extraordinary special livery, which was added to step by step over the anniversary year. “Hamm” now carries its complete anniversary livery. Twelve designs under the motto “Made by many. Remembered by all” tell personal stories of employees and honour the people who have shaped Lufthansa over the decades.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 11:00:37 +0000

British Airways has marked the start of its winter 2026 schedule with the highly anticipated launch of flights to Colombo, as it expands choice for customers across its global network. This winter, the airline will launch four new routes, welcome its first retrofitted A380 as well as a number of new aircraft, and increase capacity across 11 popular long-haul destinations. There is also a boost to in-demand European cities and seasonal services for customers to make the most of winter escapes and festive getaways.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 10:57:49 +0000

British Airways has announced its latest Avios-Only flights, where every single seat on board is available exclusively to book with Avios, giving customers the chance to enjoy a Mediterranean escape to either the golden beaches of Majorca or the sun-soaked shores of Crete during the peak summer holiday season. Available exclusively to members of The British Airways Club, the latest Avios-Only services will operate from London Heathrow to Palma, Majorca and Heraklion, Crete during August 2027, offering customers an exciting opportunity to spend their Avios on travel to two of Europe’s most sought-after summer destinations.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 10:54:13 +0000

flydubai, has announced the resumption of flights between Dubai International (DXB) and Skopje International Airport (SKP), reconnecting Dubai with the capital of North Macedonia. The three-times-weekly service to Skopje, starting from 01 April 2027, will bring flydubai’s premium Business Class offering and full Economy Class service operations to customers in the market.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 10:46:56 +0000

Global independent marketing and communications firm, FINN Partners today announces that Kate Hopper will take the helm of its market-leading travel practice in the UK, signalling bold ambition to offer clients an even broader mix of travel, consumer and lifestyle programming expertise. Kate, who joins the team today, was most recently Managing Director, Consumer Brand at global integrated agency, Burson. A veteran of the industry with over 20 years’ experience, she has built high-performing teams, delivering award-winning work at Burson, H+K and Ketchum.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 10:10:58 +0000

Close to 24,000 Emirates Group employees are expected to participate in this year’s Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC), reflecting the organisation’s longstanding commitment to the health and wellbeing of its workforce as it continues to champion initiatives that encourage its people to embrace active, healthy lifestyles. The Group’s efforts also support Dubai’s wider vision of becoming one of the world’s most active cities.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:45:00 +0000

At the 2026 Tencent Global Digital Ecosystem Summit, Tencent Cloud, the cloud business of global technology company Tencent, announced a strategic partnership with OmniOps, Saudi Arabia’s sovereign AI infrastructure technology company, to build a reliable and scalable foundation for enterprise AI development and deployment across the Kingdom. Through the partnership, Tencent Cloud will provide cloud infrastructure to host computing capacity and technical expertise, while OmniOps will contribute its inference technology, local deployment capabilities and market expertise to support enterprise AI platforms and model inference workloads for customers across Saudi Arabia.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:44:13 +0000

November 1, 2026, the official opening ceremony of AMÉRYS Hotel Phu Quoc was solemnly held. The hotel is situated in a stunning location within the Marina Square Complex, Duong Bao, Phu Quoc. AMÉRYS Hotel Phu Quoc is invested in by Les Sens - Phu Quoc Hotel Services Joint Stock Company under Khoi Nguyen Investment Holdings (KNI Group), with a total capital of over 600 billion VND. The hotel is managed and operated by Private Palace Vietnam Co., Ltd., a member of Private Palace Hotels & Resorts Group (Germany).
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:39:54 +0000

Red Sea Global (RSG), the regenerative tourism developer, has announced the opening of Grand Hyatt The Red Sea, a landmark premium resort on Shura Island that expands the destination’s hospitality offering and introduces its largest purpose-built events venue. Featuring 430 rooms, suites, and villas, the resort offers an extensive collection of dining venues, family-focused amenities, and more than 2,400 square meters of dedicated function space. This includes a 1,390-square-meter grand ballroom, a 683-square-meter junior ballroom, dedicated conference rooms, and outdoor event venues, providing a versatile setting for a wide range of occasions, from conferences and exhibitions to weddings and celebrations.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:36:22 +0000

Princess Cruises reveals a series of enhancements aboard Royal Princess, as the 3,595-guest ship emerges from a two-week drydock in Singapore. The October 16-30 drydock introduces the Sanctuary Collection to Royal Princess, part of the cruise line’s rollout to five of its Royal-Class ships, and brings fresh energy to the ship’s signature Piazza with the addition of O’Malley’s Irish Pub and an expanded Bellini’s cocktail bar. Guests will also discover enhancements to the Princess Casino and a revitalised Effy jewellery boutique.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:34:13 +0000

Raffles Hotels & Resorts, part of world-leading hospitality group Accor, together with South Florida real estate developers Mast Capital and BH Group, today announced Raffles Residences Coconut Grove, an intimate collection of just 35 private residences at 2545 South Bayshore Drive in Miami’s historic Coconut Grove neighborhood. As the first standalone Raffles residential development in the brand’s longstanding legacy, Raffles Residences Coconut Grove marks a defining new chapter for one of the world’s most storied names in hospitality. Set along the shores of Biscayne Bay, the development will translate the complete Raffles experience into a purely residential setting, bringing the brand’s legendary service, discretion, and deeply personal approach to hospitality to an exceptionally private waterfront address.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:26:24 +0000

Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, is pleased to announce the addition of 28 new members to its global portfolio between July 1 and September 30th, 2026. To celebrate, I Prefer Hotel Rewards members can earn 2,500 bonus points on eligible stays at any of these participating locations for a limited time. Ranging from vibrant urban hotels and storied heritage properties to an all-inclusive private-island retreat, these newest members reflect the breadth of distinctive experiences across the Preferred Hotels & Resorts portfolio.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:23:01 +0000

With the 2026/27 ski season fast approaching, the towns of Aspen and Snowmass Village are gearing up for a winter of milestone celebrations, fresh openings and world-class events. From White Elephant Aspen’s first ski season and a rebuilt Ullrhof on Snowmass Mountain to the 75th Wintersköl and a Golden Jubilee for Aspen Gay Ski Week, winter 2026/27 promises to be one to remember.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:21:42 +0000

Selective Travel Management is celebrating one of the most successful years in its history after securing a series of major industry awards and accolades, moving into a new Belfast headquarters and continuing to grow its client base across the UK and Ireland.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:18:14 +0000

Barut Hotels Group is celebrating its 55th anniversary, marking more than five decades since the family-owned Turkish hospitality business opened its first hotel in 1971. The milestone also marks a new chapter for the Group, with an evolved identity and portfolio that builds on its heritage while looking ahead to the future.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:14:18 +0000

United today announced the next menu rotation from its collaboration with Chef’s Table, the brand behind the Emmy Award-winning Netflix series. Featuring 30 new dishes – including salads, appetizers and entrees – from 11 world-renowned chefs across ten cities, the new menus give United Polaris® international business class customers more chef-created dining options inspired by the airline’s hub cities and key international gateways.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:10:41 +0000

Air France marks the 88th anniversary of its Paris–Hong Kong route with an exclusive reception at PANO, West Kowloon. The event brings together government representatives, clients, partners and stakeholders to celebrate the airline’s historic presence in the city and reaffirm its role as a vital bridge between Hong Kong SAR, France, and the global network.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 07:55:00 +0000

For the first time in its 20+ year history, digital travel platform Agoda has introduced a brand-new booking experience on its platform. First introduced as a limited test in September, Agoda’s AI Assistant has now expanded to users across 21 markets, helping them discover, plan, and book travel in Agoda’s mobile app. Planning a single trip often means switching between AI chats, search engines, review sites, maps, and booking apps. Even after finding a recommendation they like, travelers are left with questions: Is the price real? Is it available for their dates? And how do they actually book it?
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 07:53:47 +0000

Orient Express Venezia unveils its private boat, an exceptional Venetian vessel that captures the spirit of Palazzo Donà Giovannelli and extends it beyond its historic walls, opening it up to the magic of the lagoon. Born from the meeting of Aline Asmar d’Amman’s architectural and creative vision and the artisanal expertise of Venetian master boatbuilder Luigi Giacometti, the boat is the result of an intimate dialogue between design, tradition and craftsmanship.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 07:46:47 +0000

Eurostar will begin direct rail services between London St Pancras International and Antwerp Centraal on the 14th December 2026. Certified B Corp travel platform Byway has launched dedicated rail trips built around the new service, connecting UK travellers to Flanders ahead of the winter market season. The new direct link delivers passengers straight into Antwerp Centraal, designed by Louis Delacenserie and completed in 1905. Rather than managing out-of-town airport connections or luggage restrictions, passengers alight beside the city’s Diamond District, a short walk from the seasonal markets on the Grote Markt, Steenplein, and Groenplaats.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 07:43:00 +0000

Four Points by Sheraton, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announced the opening of Four Points by Sheraton Krabi Ao Nang Beach Resort. The 173-key resort marks the brand’s debut in Krabi province and sits just steps from Nopparat Thara Beach, framed by the turquoise waters, limestone cliffs and islands of Thailand’s Andaman coast.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 07:38:09 +0000

Martinique is forecasting 275 cruise ship calls for the 2026-27 season, a 12.7% increase over the previous season. The schedule includes 65 ships operated by 30 cruise lines, bringing visitors to the destination’s ports, tourism businesses and local communities. The season follows a strong 2025-26, during which Martinique welcomed 244 cruise calls from 33 cruise lines operating 61 ships. The destination recorded 330,322 transit cruise passengers, a 10% increase over the previous season.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 07:35:14 +0000

ONYX Hospitality Group, a leading hospitality management company in the Asia-Pacific region specialising in hotels, resorts, serviced apartments and luxury residences, has received three awards at the Ultimate Thailand Green Tourism Showcase 2026, organised by Thailand’s Department of Tourism as part of the Chonburi Smart Green Tourism initiative. Amari Pattaya and OZO North Pattaya were recognised in the Creativity & Innovation category, while Amari Bangsaen received the Unique WOW Experience award.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 07:29:33 +0000

The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) today launched its Caribbean Tourism Month campaign with a call from newly elected Chairman Charles “Max” Fernandez for stronger regional partnerships, greater local ownership and tourism opportunities that benefit communities across the region.
at Mon, 02 Nov 2026 07:25:52 +0000

When I think about the future of tourism in Jamaica, I think beyond the next booking, the next hotel opening or the next busy season. I think about the country we are building through the decisions we make today. Will our communities become stronger? Will our natural surroundings remain beautiful? Will young Jamaicans have a meaningful opportunity to own, lead and prosper within the industry?
at Sun, 01 Nov 2026 20:44:05 +0000