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Earlier this month, World Environment Day yet again highlighted the urgent need to accelerate action on climate change, biodiversity loss, and resource efficiency.
In hospitality, expectations are shifting on two fronts. Guests continue to demand consistently high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and service, while also placing greater emphasis on the environmental impact of their stay.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:03:52 +0000
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RateGain Travel Technologies Limited, a global leader in AI-powered SaaS solutions for the travel and hospitality industry, today announced the latest summer travel insights from its subsidiary, Sojern, the AI-powered travel platform built on the world’s largest source of travel intent data.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:01:45 +0000
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Meet, train and play padel with former World No.1 player, Martita Ortega, at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi this summer.
Taking place across two days, from 18 to 19 August 2026, the limited-availability experience in collaboration with LUX Tennis invites guests to enjoy a programme of coaching, play sessions and courtside conversations with Ortega, who made history in 2019 by becoming the youngest player ever to reach World No. 1 in the World Padel Tour rankings, a record she still holds today.
The residency includes:
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:59:35 +0000
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Celestyal has launched a ‘Suite Summer Sale’ - live from July 1 - offering guests the chance to upgrade their summer holiday with suite fares from £499pp.
The campaign, running until August 31, 2026, is available across Celestyal’s Mediterranean 2026 programme, including cruises to Greece, Italy, Croatia and Montenegro.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:51:52 +0000
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Artificial intelligence dominated the agenda at Business Travel Show Europe, but it wasn’t the conference’s defining message.
Across three days of discussions covering technology, travel management, procurement, supplier relationships, traveller safety and geopolitical uncertainty, a more fundamental theme consistently emerged.
Reducing uncertainty is becoming business travel’s next competitive advantage.
Whether speakers were discussing AI, travel policy, supplier partnerships or duty of care, they repeatedly returned to the same challenge: how do we help travellers make better decisions, give organisations greater confidence and remove unnecessary friction from increasingly complex journeys?
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:46:58 +0000
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Travelling through Brazil means immersing yourself in a rich, diverse, and welcoming culture—and football reveals all of this in a uniquely authentic way. Across the country’s cities, the sport opens doors to beaches, museums, bars, historic neighbourhoods, and social encounters that help visitors understand the local rhythm and the way Brazilians live, celebrate, and share their emotions.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:52:50 +0000
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2026 is fast shaping to be another record year of travel, as jetsetters seek to tick off their holiday checklists and fulfil their wanderlust. Looking back at the first half of 2026, Trip.com Group found that users from Mainland China, the United Kingdom and Malaysia were the most avid about clocking their miles, travelling up to 2,800km on average, which is equivalent to the distance between Beijing and Manila, or London and Tenerife.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:32:23 +0000
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Every July 1st, the world tunes in to celebrate International Reggae Day, and this year, Jamaica is inviting you to feel it firsthand.
Born in the hardships of Trench Town and carried across the globe by Bob Marley, reggae isn’t just music, it’s a movement. Raw, honest, and unstoppable, it gave Jamaica’s story a soundtrack the world couldn’t ignore. And right now, there’s no better time to explore where it all began.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:51:04 +0000
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The California Science Center announced today that the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center, the permanent home of Space Shuttle Endeavour, will soon be ready to launch, with an opening date set for November 13, 2026. Chairperson of the Mr. and Mrs. Oschin Family Foundation, Mrs. Lynda Oschin, Los Angeles County Supervisor for the 2nd District, Holly Mitchell, and former NASA astronaut, John “Danny” Olivas joined California Science Center President and CEO, Jeffrey Rudolph, to make the announcement inside the Samuel Oschin Shuttle Gallery.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:27:42 +0000
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Wego, the number 1 travel app and the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), has announced a strategic partnership with the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) to strengthen Hong Kong’s visibility among MENA travelers and inspire year-round visitation through a destination campaign showcasing the city’s diverse seasonal experiences.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:22:21 +0000
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As cruise travel continues to grow, a new trend is quietly reshaping how passengers experience their vacations: travelers are increasingly connecting with fellow cruisers before they ever step onboard.
For decades, the social side of cruising began at sail-away parties, pool decks, dining rooms, and shore excursions. Today, many passengers are arriving at the terminal already connected with fellow travelers through online cruise communities.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:17:34 +0000
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Intele Travel and Tours trading as InteleTravel, the world’s oldest and largest host travel agency with a growing network of more than 180,000 independent travel advisors worldwide, has launched their UAE operation as part of a landmark expansion for the company.
InteleTravel has launched with contracted 34 preferred partners in the UAE, including cruise, tour operators, live events and attractions, which will be supported by a back office of over 3 million products such as accommodation, air and ancillary products to facilitate dynamic packaging.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:10:22 +0000
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Visit Orlando is enhancing its Vacation Planning Services with the addition of a new artificial intelligence-driven trip planning tool, OPAL (Orlando Planning Assistance by Locals), giving travelers another easy way to plan their Orlando vacations. Now live on VisitOrlando.com and available 24/7, the tool, powered by Mindtrip, offers a convenient, interactive option alongside Visit Orlando’s existing free planning resources such as one-on-one consultations and insider advic
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:49:43 +0000
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Radical Storage, one of the world’s largest luggage storage networks, has significantly expanded its global footprint with thousands of additional storage points across key tourist destinations.
The expansion marks a major milestone in Radical Storage’s growth strategy and reinforces its mission to make convenient, secure luggage storage accessible to travellers wherever they are. Over the past 12 months, the company has increased its network by 75%, with countries like the UK, France and Spain seeing the biggest impact.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:45:03 +0000
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Azamara Cruises, The Global Leader in Destination Immersion®, today unveiled its new global brand campaign, ‘The Next Big Thing is Small™’ — a bold declaration that the future of premium travel is defined not by scale, but by access, authenticity, and exploration.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:42:59 +0000
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Quark Expeditions, dedicated exclusively to the polar regions since 1991, today launches its Arctic 2028 and Antarctic 2028/2029 seasons, marking the earliest season launch in the company’s 35-year history. Featuring more than 70 departures across the Arctic and Antarctica, the new season introduces new opportunities for exploration, including the Guided Photography Program, Quark’s first-ever Expedition Extensions, a new Canadian Arctic voyage through the Northwest Passage, and the return of Tundra to Table, a culinary experience developed and delivered in partnership with the Greenlandic chef collective Igapall.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:39:15 +0000
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Rooted in the Hokuriku region, Kanazawa Biyori is a regional media platform dedicated to sharing the living culture of this area — not only its celebrated destinations, but also the people, creativity, and spirit of renewal that continue to shape life here.
This summer, Noto welcomes an airport unlike anything the world has ever seen.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:35:54 +0000
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Sandals Resorts have offered a closer look at the refreshed food and beverage concepts debuting across Sandals Montego Bay, Sandals Caribbean Cay and Sandals South Coast, as part of the company’s US$200 million transformation of the three iconic Jamaica resorts. Part of the company’s broader culinary evolution, the expanded portfolio places a renewed emphasis on local ingredients, island-inspired storytelling and immersive dining experiences designed to connect guests more deeply with the flavors and traditions of Jamaica.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:24:43 +0000
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Royal Caribbean have announced a new partnership with Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Children’s Charity ahead of the July 2026 European debut of Legend of the Seas. Featuring the hit Broadway musical Roald Dahl’s “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” Legend will bring the partnership to life onboard, offering guests meaningful ways to support the charity and raise vital funds for specialist Roald Dahl Nurses caring for more than 50,000 seriously ill children and their families across the UK.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:13:31 +0000
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In celebration of Caribbean Heritage Month, Elite Island Resorts and Antigua’s internationally acclaimed Reggae Ambassador, Causion, have released a new music video for his latest single, “Feels Like I’m Dreaming,” filmed at The Verandah Antigua. The project marks the fourth music video collaboration between Causion and Elite Island Resorts as a shared mission to showcase Antigua’s beauty, culture, and creativity to audiences around the world.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 06:52:32 +0000
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Following a triumphant beachfront race, Sanya has officially secured its spot as Round 7 of the record-breaking 2026/27 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, with the race scheduled for April 17, 2027, marking the Asian leg opener of the new season. The city will host the first GEN4-era Formula E race on Chinese soil. Featuring the series’ largest-ever calendar of 21 races across 13 global cities, the landmark event brings next-generation electric racing to Sanya’s unique coastal street circuit.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 06:48:53 +0000
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Carnival Cruise Line revealed The Next Course, a new wave of culinary experiences featuring restaurants and bars launching on Carnival Festivale in 2027 and Carnival Tropicale in 2028, and with new innovative dining experiences now being rolled out across the fleet.
Carnival carries more than six million guests and serves over 100 million meals annually, giving the cruise line unique dining trend insights which fueled the new culinary offerings.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 06:45:03 +0000
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Rising above the Bangkok skyline and redefining urban living in the heart of the Thai capital, Central Park has rapidly emerged as one of the city’s most significant new destinations, bringing together world-class dining, curated brands, green public space, lifestyle experiences, and seamless connectivity in a single landmark development.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 06:42:00 +0000
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EVA Air celebrated the launch of its new nonstop service between Washington D.C. and Taipei, marking a significant expansion as the airline’s 10th North American gateway. As the first airline to offer nonstop service between these two cities, the new route represents a key milestone in strengthening connectivity between Taiwan and the U.S. East Coast. A special inaugural ceremony was held at Washington Dulles International Airport to commemorate the milestone and welcome the inaugural flight.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 06:40:22 +0000
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Pan Pacific London, a Forbes Five-Star rated hotel located two-minutes from Liverpool Street Station and key London landmarks, is proud to announce an exclusive summer collaboration with the prestigious house of Champagne Taittinger.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 06:36:20 +0000
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The Karnataka Tourism Society (KTS), in association with the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, Department of Tourism, Government of Karnataka, Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation (KSTDC), and Jungle Lodges & Resorts Ltd. (JLR), has successfully concluded the Gujarat Series B2B Tourism Roadshows, held from 24th to 27th June 2026 across Rajkot, Ahmedabad, Vadodara, and Surat.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 06:32:43 +0000
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Venice has no shortage of grand hotels, but few properties currently capture the spirit of the city’s cultural renaissance quite like Room Mate Palazzo dei Fiori. Located between Piazza San Marco and the Ponte dell’Accademia, this extraordinary 16th-century Venetian palazzo has quietly become one of the most coveted addresses of the Biennale season — not only for its privileged location, but for the immersive design universe created by acclaimed architect and interior designer Teresa Sapey.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 06:28:26 +0000
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AirAsia MOVE (MOVE), Asia’s leading travel booking app, expanded its global connectivity in the second quarter of 2026 with the addition of four direct airline partners, namely Oman Air, Uzbekistan Airways, FitsAir and Hainan Airlines – strengthening travel options across the Middle East, Central Asia, South Asia and China, while offering travellers greater choice and seamless access to emerging destinations.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 06:26:28 +0000
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Hyatt Hotels Corporation today announced Alila Sengokuhara Hakone, a luxury retreat rooted in nature, design and wellbeing in one of Japan’s most revered mountain resort destinations. Scheduled to open in 2028 as part of an agreement with Fujita Corporation, the resort will mark the Alila brand’s debut in Japan, bringing the brand’s philosophy of mindful luxury to Sengokuhara, a highland district of Hakone known for its mineral-rich hot springs, open grasslands, forested ridges and enduring sense of calm.
at Mon, 29 Jun 2026 06:23:24 +0000
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Over 300 football fans gathered high above Vancouver today to watch England’s FIFA World Cup 2026™ match against Panama from one of the world’s most spectacular viewing parties – Destination Canada’s Grouse Mountain Natural Watch Party.
at Sun, 28 Jun 2026 09:50:27 +0000
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Delivering modern luxuries to the 18th century hotel in Sorrento, Philips MediaSuite TVs with cast built in are now bringing seamless access to millions of movies, TV shows, games, and streaming apps to guests at one of Italy’s most prestigious and exquisite hospitality destinations.
at Sun, 28 Jun 2026 06:17:10 +0000
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New booking data from Virgin Trains Ticketing has revealed the UK destinations that saw the biggest spike in train arrivals during summer 2025, with the data pointing to four clear seasonal travel trends: sporting events, airport journeys, seaside escapes and tourist towns.
at Sun, 28 Jun 2026 06:12:45 +0000
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Created exclusively for guests of Villa Igiea and Verdura Resort, The Sicilian Odyssey draws inspiration from Homer’s epic tale and the Sicilian landscapes associated with Christopher Nolan’s forthcoming film, arriving in cinemas this July. The itinerary offers three distinctive ways to discover Sicily’s mythology, cinematic scenery and extraordinary natural beauty:
at Sun, 28 Jun 2026 06:10:33 +0000
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Tencent Cloud, the cloud business of global technology company Tencent, has successfully assisted leading Indonesian telecom operator XLSMART in completing a large-scale public cloud migration transformation project. The transformation was driven by XLSMART’s long-term digital modernization strategy, with Tencent Cloud serving as the strategic cloud technology partner. Spanning four and a half months, the project marks a pioneering industry practice of leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance cloud migration efficiency.
at Sun, 28 Jun 2026 06:08:02 +0000
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YTL Hotels has unveiled new all-inclusive packages for its three flagship beach resorts in Malaysia: Pangkor Laut Resort, Tanjong Jara Resort, Gaya Island Resort. The all-inclusive packages draw on the company’s diverse portfolio to offer the chance to experience each property’s full offerings and amenities, exploring a private island retreat, the country’s East Coast, or the wild biodiversity of Borneo.
at Sun, 28 Jun 2026 06:05:59 +0000
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Carnival Corporation, the world’s largest cruise company, today announced the expansion of its surplus meal donation program to the Dominican Republic, marking the second Latin American country to join the company’s initiative to safely redirect prepared, unserved meals to local communities where its ships visit.
at Sun, 28 Jun 2026 06:04:14 +0000
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Advantage Travel Partnership has welcomed Vairo to its growing supplier partner network, providing members with access to an innovative platform designed to modernise and automate offline booking workflows for travel management companies.
at Sun, 28 Jun 2026 06:02:10 +0000
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As record-breaking temperatures continue to dominate headlines across Europe and beyond, Brits are increasingly rethinking what they want from a summer holiday. Instead of chasing the hottest destinations, many travellers are embracing the rise of the “cool-cation”.
at Sun, 28 Jun 2026 05:59:19 +0000
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On 15th October this year, Trou aux Biches Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa is set to reopen following a four-month transformation, unveiling a refreshed look while retaining its iconic character. Marking the resort’s 55th anniversary, the renovation reflects a strong commitment to sustainability and coastal resilience, with the launch of a beach restoration project to reinforce long-term shoreline protection. The hotel will re-emerge with the same timeless elegance, offering an exceptional setting for unforgettable experiences.
at Sun, 28 Jun 2026 05:57:28 +0000
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Guatemala’s vibrant Indigenous heritage is reflected across the communities that call Guatemala home - each contributing to the country’s rich cultural tapestry. For travellers, there is no better introduction to this diversity than through traditional Guatemalan cuisine, where history, culture, and community are served in every dish. With a trusted foundation in native ingredients, the country seamlessly fuses indigenous traditions with Spanish colonial influences to create recipes that not only celebrate cultural heritage but also culinary innovation.
at Sun, 28 Jun 2026 05:54:45 +0000
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