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.
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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

Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, the world’s leading ultra-luxury cruise line, has unveiled the entertainment programme for Seven Seas Prestige™, Regent’s first new ship class in a decade. Conceived as an integral part of the journey, the programme debuts with six original productions and Regent’s most expansive live music offering yet, including the line’s first onboard DJ, jazz duo and string duo. Two fresh concepts complete the programme: The Broadway Experience, arriving aboard Seven Seas Prestige on January 20, 2027, with recent and current Broadway and West End talent, and Luminaries at Sea, a fleetwide speaker series.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 08:32:25 +0000

Escorted tour operator Travelsphere has launched a new travel agent incentive running until November 30. Every new booking made up to the end of the month will go into a prize draw to win a £500 Christmas shopping voucher of the winner’s choice.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 08:29:08 +0000

Strengthening Tourism for a Resilient and Regenerative Future was the theme of the 20th anniversary WTM Ministers’ Summit, held on day two of World Travel Market, London 2026, part of RX Global. The summit, held in association with UN Tourism and the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is one of the largest annual gatherings of tourism ministers, with 50 present for this year.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 08:27:02 +0000

Listening and liaising with customers, communities and industry partners was a key theme debated across the stages during the second day of WTM London, part of RX Global. Speakers on the accessibility panel on the Wanderlust Stage urged the travel industry to listen more and give disabled travellers better information to help them make travel decisions.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 08:19:35 +0000

Bangladesh has officially launched a global partnership campaign to celebrate the centenary of its iconic Paddle Steamer PS Mahsud, which will complete 100 years in 2028. The campaign, titled “100 Years • 100 Global Partners,” was formally unveiled on 03 November,2026 by Ambassador Muhammad Abdul Muhith, High Commissioner of Bangladesh to the United Kingdom, at the Bangladesh Tourism Board Pavilion during the World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026 at ExCeL London.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 08:17:41 +0000

More than 800 primary school students in Cape Town enjoyed a day of rugby, learning and creativity as Emirates, European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR) and the Kolisi Foundation brought the Emirates Nourishment Programme to life at a local school. Joined by DHL Stormers players, Kolisi Foundation founder Siya Kolisi, Emirates Cabin Crew and team members from South Africa and Dubai, and EPCR representatives, the partners showed how good nutrition, education and the power of sport can help children build confidence and realise their potential.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 08:12:08 +0000

Modern hospitality extends far beyond guest comfort and dining. Behind every stay lies operational decisions that dictate how water and energy are conserved, how waste is handled, and how local communities are supported. For Hospitality Management Holding (HMH), these practical choices define responsible hotel management.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 08:10:50 +0000

Elevate World, a leading UAE-based global travel and tourism group, is expanding its ancillary product offering through its GoElevate brand, adding a wider portfolio of activities, attraction tickets, event and concert tickets, experiences and airport transfers as it takes its offering beyond accommodation. These products, previously available only through the Elevate DMC brand, are now open to a wider audience through GoElevate, the group’s online distribution platform. To support the expansion, Elevate World is investing in technology that sources the right ancillary products for each destination and matches them to the needs of its demand partners, using the latest AI technologies through Yara AI. Announced at World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026, the expansion comes alongside the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi).
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 08:07:36 +0000

From holiday lights and festive performances to classic cars and waterfront celebrations, the Daytona Beach area is ready to welcome visitors for a holiday season. With a variety of signature events and seasonal traditions, Daytona Beach offers families, couples and friends plenty of reasons to celebrate the holidays along Florida’s Atlantic coast.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 08:05:55 +0000

UK tour operator Cape Verde Experience is celebrating 20 years of operating holidays to Cape Verde, alongside a major accolade for its local handling partner, Barracuda Tours, which has been named Cape Verde’s Leading Destination Management Company 2026 at the World Travel Awards. The twin milestones highlight Cape Verde Experience’s long-standing commitment to the destination and the local partnerships that help deliver holidays across the archipelago.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 07:54:56 +0000

Pet Jet Travel (PJT), a Barcelona-based travel agency and travel technology company specialising in air travel with pets, has announced the launch of its new flight booking platform following its recent accreditation by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The new platform combines New Distribution Capability (NDC) airline distribution technology with dedicated services for passengers travelling with dogs and cats. Pet Jet Travel’s newly secured IATA accreditation provides the credentials to support direct airline ticketing and NDC connectivity, bringing flight distribution and specialist pet travel arrangements together within a single booking experience.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 07:51:05 +0000

Virgin Atlantic is turning up the comfort this winter with a refreshed food and drink offering pairing bold new flavours with much-loved favourites. Launching on flights departing the UK from 4 November, the Autumn/Winter menu brings plenty to savour across every cabin, from rich duck ragù and Caribbean jerk chicken to a playful edible Orville making his Mile High Tea debut.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 07:49:23 +0000

Marriott International, Inc. today marks a landmark moment in its Asia Pacific excluding China (APEC) growth story, celebrating its 800th property in the region and its debut in Laos with the opening of La Résidence Phou Vao, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Luang Prabang. The 36-suite hilltop retreat is nestled within three acres of tropical gardens above the UNESCO World Heritage town of Luang Prabang, offering discerning travelers an immersive gateway to one of Southeast Asia’s most culturally rich and soul-stirring destinations.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 07:44:26 +0000

O’Two Hotels, a boutique hotel group in Cape Town, has announced the debut of Mar by O’Two Hotels, a luxury hotel anticipated to open on the Mouille Point coast in March 2027. The opening marks an exciting new chapter for the group and its evolution onto a dual-concept brand. Mar by O’Two Hotels will complement the existing lifestyle-led Terra by O’Two Hotels. Together they will offer two distinct ways to experience the city from a single coastal address.
at Thu, 05 Nov 2026 07:39:39 +0000

ROBINSON, the premium club brand of TUI Hotels & Resorts, is further expanding its presence in Egypt and will operate two clubs in Somabay in the future. At the World Travel Market (WTM) in London, ROBINSON and the Abu Soma Development Company extended the contract for the existing ROBINSON SOMA BAY until 2028. At the same time, the partners are developing a second ROBINSON club around one kilometre away. The planned new-build resort, with around 250 rooms, will be designed as an adults-only resort and is scheduled to open in 2029.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:18:30 +0000

Goa Tourism is strengthening its engagement with the UK travel market at World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026, being held from November 3–5, with a focus on expanding industry partnerships, reinforcing air connectivity and promoting Goa’s appeal as a destination for longer stays and workations. With the winter charter season underway, the state is showcasing a wider range of experiences to British travellers, extending beyond its renowned coastline to include heritage, culture, wellness, nature, wildlife and hinterland tourism.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:17:15 +0000

Award-winning social enterprise Women in Travel CIC was at WTM London this week to unveil its new branding, logo and vision. Women in Travel CIC supports underserved and underrepresented women into employment and entrepreneurial opportunities in travel and tourism, and the new branding is designed to celebrate its first 10 years of social impact, whilst looking ahead with vision and ambition towards a more inclusive travel and tourism industry, where women from all backgrounds can access, participate in, influence and benefit from economic opportunities equitably.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:10:42 +0000

Combining the diversity of its regions with new approaches to destination marketing, Italy is presenting a redesigned national pavilion at World Travel Market London, which opened on 3 November at ExCeL London and runs until 5 November 2026. Backed by the Ministry of Tourism and organised by ENIT S.p.A.- Italian National Tourism Boad, the Italian National Tourist Board, the pavilion covers more than 2,000 square metres and hosts institutions, destinations and tourism businesses under a single brand, ITALIA. The aim is to present the country to the international travel trade in a way that engages the senses, sparks emotion and inspires people to travel.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:08:04 +0000

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has signed a joint marketing agreement with the Cambodia Tourism Board to strengthen tourism cooperation and encourage more travellers to discover Cambodia through the airline’s global network. The agreement was signed during World Travel Market in London. The MoU provides a framework for the two organisations to work together to raise awareness of Cambodia as a leisure destination. Proposed areas of cooperation include joint marketing, destination promotion and engagement with the travel trade, highlighting the country’s cultural heritage and unique visitor experiences.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 12:23:18 +0000

At World Travel Market (WTM) London, taking place from 3 to 5 November, Slovenia is unveiling health and wellbeing as its central tourism communication theme for 2027, presenting a fresh perspective on what it means to feel good, reconnect with nature and travel with purpose. Joined by 20 Slovenian destinations and tourism providers, the Slovenian Tourist Board (STB) is showcasing the country’s diverse tourism experiences, with a special spotlight on the Carsus Trail, a remarkable cross-border hiking route born from the ashes of the devastating 2022 Karst wildfire. Slovenia’s presence at WTM London marks a key highlight in a busy autumn of international tourism promotion and business networking.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 12:21:58 +0000

Qatar Airways today has inaugurated its new twice-weekly service connecting Doha with Caracas and Bogotá. The service represents a significant milestone for the airline, as Qatar Airways becomes the first Gulf carrier to serve Venezuela, and the first airline to operate nonstop services from the Middle East to both Bogotá and Caracas. The new route underscores the airline’s commitment to strengthening global connectivity for the region and is operated on Boeing 777-200LR aircraft.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:38:53 +0000

With Carnival 2027 on the horizon, Visit Brasil launched its global campaign “The heartbeat of Brazil” on Tuesday (3 November) at WTM London 2026, in partnership with Beautiful Destinations. From samba school parades to street parties known as blocos, Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, Recife and Olinda showcase different ways to experience a cultural celebration shaped by the work and creativity of their communities.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:27:30 +0000

There is a special magic that arrives with the first snow at Shanghai Disney Resort—and this year, the resort is gathering all of it into one unforgettable winter celebration. From November 19, 2026, to February 20, 2027, the much-anticipated Disney Winter Frostival will bring with it lively entertainment, jolly outfits, dazzling décor, festive treats, commemorative merchandise, and special ticket offers—spanning the holidays from Christmas, New Year’s and beyond. With winter magic around every corner, families and friends will discover countless ways to create treasured memories together and become part of the fairytale themselves.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:25:31 +0000

The oneworld® alliance’s branded lounge at Seoul Incheon International Airport has again been named “Asia’s Leading Airline Lounge - Business Class” at the World Travel Awards, securing the title for a second consecutive year.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:22:15 +0000

Saudia, the national flag carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has presented its new Premium Economy Class seat at World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026. The new cabin offering is part of the airline’s ongoing fleet modernization and cabin refurbishment program under the ‘New Saudia Experience’ initiative.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:07:13 +0000

WTM London 2026 opened with some of the travel industry’s biggest debates taking centre stage, led by the launch of WTM’s Global Travel Report, in association with Tourism Economics, alongside a newly structured conference programme. Due to its growing popularity, the press conference launching the Global Travel Report’s findings was live streamed from the International Media Centre to all four of the event’s main stages.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:01:29 +0000

Destination Leaders say working closely with heads of state, private investors and local communities are all key to generating sustainable, successful tourism growth. Speaking at the inaugural Leaders’ Summit at WTM London, the Leaders highlighted examples from their own destinations of multimillion-dollar infrastructure investments and community initiatives.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 09:58:44 +0000

Silversea, the leading experiential luxury and expedition travel brand, has launched its 2026 Black Friday Sale, with savings of up to 45% on more than 850 voyages. The offer applies to new, individual bookings made through December 7 and covers every suite category on both Classic and Expedition voyages, with four available savings – 15%, 25%, 35%, and 45% – that vary by voyage and departure date. Guests booking with All-Inclusive Plus fares can also secure their suites with deposits starting at 15%.*
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 09:57:50 +0000

The Spanish Tourist Office has today launched its new report ‘Supporting Choice: Good Practice Guidelines for Accessibility Information for Hotels’ at a press conference which took place at World Travel Market, London. The report is a practical framework for clear, accurate and inclusive hotel accessibility information, and sits under the Spanish Tourist Office’s new ‘Spain, a Country for All’ campaign, which aims to continue strengthening Spain’s reputation as a welcoming, innovative and accessible destination.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 09:43:21 +0000

Spring Hotels gave travel media and trade partners a moment of calm before WTM London 2026 this morning, swapping the usual rush to ExCeL for breakfast by the Thames, a river cruise and a cable car ride across the capital. The event, aptly themed From the Thames to the Atlantic, brought together almost XX guests at the Uber Clipper Lounge at Embankment Pier for coffee, pastries and a first look at the Tenerife hotel group’s latest plans.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 09:42:10 +0000

The Caribbean is about to get even more “Xcite”-ing. Inaugural sailings for Celebrity Xcite, the sixth ship in Celebrity Cruises’ award-winning Edge Series, are now open for booking. Setting sail in 2028, Celebrity Xcite joins Celebrity Cruises’ most expansive Caribbean lineup yet — with the most Edge Series ships sailing the region — departing from four Florida ports in 2028 and 2029. “The Caribbean is our guests’ favorite place to vacation. Whether it’s a long-awaited island getaway or a spontaneous weekend escape, we are creating new and fresh ways for guests to experience the region with Celebrity Cruises,” said Laura Hodges Bethge, president of Celebrity Cruises.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 09:36:31 +0000

His Excellency Ahmed Al-Khateeb, Minister of Tourism and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA), officially inaugurated Saudi Land at World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026, alongside Ageel Alshaibani, CEO of STA, and Rachel Travers, President of the RX Global, organizer of WTM London, bringing together 37 Saudi tourism partners to showcase the country’s expanding tourism offering and strengthen commercial partnerships with the global travel trade.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 08:32:02 +0000

Some journeys end when you leave. Others have a way of staying with you – such as the mornings you wish had lasted a little longer, the meals still talked about, and the moments together that become part of a shared story. Building on the spirit of A Meaningful Pause, which invited guests to slow down and make space for what matters, Mandarin Oriental introduces Stays With You - a new invitation to rediscover the essence of the Middle East and nurture the experiences, places and people that make time away truly memorable.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 08:26:40 +0000

China Eastern Airlines (CEAir) will boost flight frequencies on international and regional routes and upgrade services for first and business class passengers during the 2026-2027 winter season, which began on October 25.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 08:14:53 +0000

More than half of Gen Z travellers trust artificial intelligence to complete bookings on their behalf, according to this year’s WTM Global Travel Report, released today. The study aggregates proprietary data from the report’s partner, Tourism Economics, an Oxford Economics company and findings from other respected research companies, with case studies and examples from travel organisations.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 08:12:47 +0000

The travel industry is showing strong resilience despite tough global conditions, with 2026 set to break arrival and spending records. That’s the optimistic message from the WTM Global Travel Report 2026, unveiled today by WTM London, part of the RX Global portfolio, in conjunction with Tourism Economics. International overnight arrivals are projected to reach 1.57bn in 2026, up 2% on 2025 and a new record, while spending by these visitors will end the year up 6% to US$1.8 trillion. Total visitor nights (domestic and international) should hit 24.2bn, while the spend across both sectors reaches US$7.8tn, up 9% on 2025.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 08:10:32 +0000

Royal Collection Trust has announced its programme of group visits and private tours at the official residences of His Majesty The King for 2026–27. In 2027, groups can tour Buckingham Palace and the adjacent Royal Mews in London, providing a unique insight into one of the few working royal palaces remaining in the world today. In Edinburgh, the Palace of Holyroodhouse will welcome visitors to the official residence of The King in Scotland, while at Windsor Castle visitors can discover 1,000 years of royal history at the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 08:08:08 +0000

One year after completing the most significant transformation in its history, The Belfry Hotel & Resort is celebrating a standout year of success, reporting strong growth across its meetings and events business, increasing event revenue, major industry event wins and a robust future pipeline, while continuing to enhance its appeal as one of the UK’s leading resort destinations. The £85m+ redevelopment almost doubled the size of The Belfry, adding 149 bedrooms, the 852sqm The Masters Suite and a state-of-the-art fitness and wellness hub, The Club. The investment increased bedroom capacity by more than 46% and event space by 43%, creating one of the UK’s most comprehensive destinations for business and leisure.
at Wed, 04 Nov 2026 08:02:56 +0000