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One year after launching its Wellbeing Collection, Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) welcomes seven new members, bringing the carefully curated portfolio to 21 independently spirited hotels across the globe. Spanning the mountains of India and Italy, the forests of Finland and Transylvania, and the tropical landscapes of Bali and Panama, the latest additions broaden a collection created for travellers seeking deeper, more meaningful ways to rest and reconnect.
at Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:47:05 +0000
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HBX Group (HBX.SM), a leading B2B travel technology marketplace, and Vorsee (by ZYTLYN Technologies AG), the Swiss travel AI company behind the ActionOS platform, today announced a strategic partnership to bring Vorsee’s predictive travel intelligence and agentic AI capabilities to HBX Group’s hotel partners.
at Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:19:43 +0000
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The handsome region of Cognac is close to Bordeaux in south-west France, boasting a rich gastronomic and cultural heritage – and it knows how to craft an experience you won’t forget. From intimate cellar tours to entertaining vineyard safaris, there are many creative ways to explore the Charentes region with its towns, countryside and islands. All the experiences mean meeting and sharing, learning local knowledge from passionate artisans and tasting the produce that makes this terroir unique.
at Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:13:42 +0000
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His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, president of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana, will deliver the keynote address at the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO) State of the Tourism Industry Conference (SOTIC) 2026, placing the future of Caribbean tourism within the wider regional conversation on economic transformation, resilience, innovation and inclusive growth.
at Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:59:21 +0000
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Air Canada today announced an increase in daily flights between London Heathrow and Toronto, increasing the airline’s most distinctive transatlantic offering as part of its Summer 2027 international schedule.
From 1 June, Air Canada will increase frequency on the London Heathrow - Toronto route with up to 33 weekly flights, giving UK customers more choice of departure times in both directions. The additional frequency includes the return of the Daytripper from Toronto to London Heathrow, allowing UK travellers making a short trip to Toronto to avoid an extra overnight stay and return to London the same evening.
at Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:57:49 +0000
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Virgin Atlantic has today announced the appointment of Richard McCord as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), who will join the travel company and its Executive Leadership Team from 5 October 2026.
Richard will lead the Finance team as the airline strengthens its financial foundations to deliver profitable growth, continues to invest in its premium customer experience, and evolves its future strategy. As CFO, he will have overall accountability for Finance, Treasury, Procurement and Fleet, Insurance, and Internal Audit, while he will become a member of the Virgin Atlantic Board.
at Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:56:53 +0000
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Moxy Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, announces its Niseko debut with the opening of Moxy Niseko Village. Situated adjacent to the Niseko Village Gondola in the heart of Japan’s leading powder skiing destination, the hotel will bring Moxy Hotels’ bold, social spirit to the mountains, offering seamless ski-in/ski-out access and a fresh, energetic base for travelers seeking thrill both on and off the slopes.
at Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:53:56 +0000
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VantisCorp today launched its white-label corporate travel management platform, built automation-first for a TMC market still running on spreadsheets and email. The platform gives Travel Management Companies one system for hotel and flight booking, policy approvals, mid- and back-office automation and client servicing, carrying the TMC’s own brand rather than a vendor’s.
at Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:50:14 +0000
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The Gambia Experience has launched a new added-value offer at Ngala Lodge, its exclusive adults-only boutique hotel in Fajara, The Gambia.
For new bookings made by 15th September 2026, travelling during November and December 2026, customers will receive one complimentary dinner and bottle of wine per stay.
at Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:36:24 +0000
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As the end of summer nears, slope-savvy Brits are locking in their ski trips earlier than ever.
New booking data from award-winning UK ski holiday operator Heidi reveals record year-to-date growth, with early trends showing where - and when - UK skiers are choosing to go for winter 26/27:
at Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:34:53 +0000
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If you are planning to head to the Ultra Europe Festival next summer, why not combine it with a small ship cruise or flotilla holiday with Sail Croatia?
The famous electric music festival takes place in Split from 9-11 July 2027 and is a popular choice for young travellers.
at Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:32:51 +0000
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Riviera Travel has launched its 2028 Worldwide Collection earlier than ever, introducing brand-new itineraries to Patagonia, Indonesia and French Canada & Niagara Falls.
The launch comes as new research commissioned by Riviera Travel found that 39 per cent of travellers say experiencing different cultural social norms is one of the main reasons they choose to travel long-haul. The survey of 2,000 UK adults who travel abroad also found that 44 per cent would feel more confident visiting a culturally unfamiliar destination if they received suggested dos and don’ts before departure, while one in four said they enjoy experiencing unfamiliar customs as long as they have some guidance.
at Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:31:52 +0000
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Once a year, on the October full moon, Luang Prabang lights up for Boun Lai Heua Fai, the Festival of Light marking the end of Buddhist Lent. After dark, illuminated boats built from bamboo and paper move through the streets of the old town to the beat of drums before they are set adrift on the Mekong River. Lotus shaped lanterns line the temples, and thousands of small krathong drift downstream, each one carrying a wish into the current. In 2026, the festival falls on 26 October.
at Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:29:04 +0000
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Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai, Hoi An, Vietnam introduces Return to Balance, a curated offer that makes wellness part of the stay’s rhythm. The program pairs a minimum three-night stay with selected experiences, including a Wellness Screening, Yoga Nidra session and Deep Peace Bodywork treatment, alongside daily breakfast and round-trip airport transfers.
at Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:18:20 +0000
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The second edition of the TOURISE Awards is officially underway, with destinations around the world invited to compete across six categories celebrating excellence in culture, adventure, gastronomy, shopping, entertainment and wellness.
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:38:51 +0000
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International boutique hospitality group The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts is entering a new phase of growth with the opening of The First Cortina on 4 December 2026. This new 76-key property expands its European footprint and heralds the strategically significant evolution of its portfolio into three distinct, complementary brands. Reaffirming The Pavilions Group’s ability to develop remarkable properties through design, wellness and destination dining, The First Cortina builds on the success of the group’s contemporary luxury The First hotels in Rome. Alongside specialist wellness brand REVĪVŌ and experiential hotel and resort brand, The Pavilions, The First completes a complementary collection of brands, each offering a distinct platform for the group’s continued growth.
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:22:43 +0000
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Celestyal has unveiled seven new winter 2027/28 sailing options onboard the 1,260-guest Celestyal Journey, including an amended version of the previous ‘Three Continents’ cruise.
The season will operate from December 2027, with cruises available to book from today (September 1, 2026.)
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:14:26 +0000
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Crystal Ski Holidays is expanding its winter 2027 programme with six new TUI Airways flights from regional airports, giving agents more choice to offer customers looking for convenient access to the slopes.
The new flying programme responds to growing demand for ski holidays from across the UK and will make it easier for customers to travel from their local airport to some of Europe’s most popular winter destinations.
For winter 2027, Crystal Ski Holidays will introduce new services from Bournemouth, East Midlands and Belfast to Innsbruck, a new Bristol to Kuusamo route, alongside two new routes from Newcastle to Chambéry and Toulouse-Blagnac.
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 10:26:07 +0000
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Cruise Plus, the cruise-and-stay brand of Gold Medal Travel Group has unveiled Sail into Discovery, a brand-new campaign running from 2 September to 31 October 2026 to support the September mini peaks season. In addition, as of this Sunday 6 September, the Cruise Plus call centre will be open on Sundays from 11am to 3pm, to assist agents with their cruise package bookings.
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 10:18:20 +0000
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Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives is celebrating its third annual Manta Month this September, bringing guests, team members and the local community together for a month of manta encounters, education and marine conservation.
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 10:17:40 +0000
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The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is set to bring more than 200 of the world’s leading Travel & Tourism CEOs and senior executives to Malta next month, as Valletta prepares to host the 26th WTTC Global Summit from 7–9 October 2026.
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 09:52:17 +0000
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SeaDream Yacht Club, the family-owned luxury yachting company headquartered in Palm Beach, today announced SeaDream III, the first new yacht to join its fleet in the company’s 25-year history. Reservations for SeaDream III’s inaugural voyages open today.
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 09:08:29 +0000
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Adventure lovers can save up to £878pp when booking a trip to Peru for next year with Explore Worldwide, as the small group operator announces a three-week promotion for trips to the Andes.
A bucket-list destination for travellers for years, interest in Peru has shown no signs of waning, with bookings up 14% YOY. In fact, last year alone Explore led a staggering 61 departures to the top of Machu Picchu.
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 08:32:31 +0000
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Asset World Corp Public Company Limited (AWC), Thailand’s leading integrated lifestyle real estate group, is pleased to announce Thailand’s first DreamWorks Animation-themed hotel at Aquatique Pattaya in partnership with Universal Destinations & Experiences, marking the latest collaboration in the companies’ strategic partnership. This planned development would enrich the hospitality offerings within AWC’s flagship Aquatique destination, bringing beloved DreamWorks Animation stories and characters with world-class hospitality to further position Pattaya as a leading family entertainment and tourism destination
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 08:13:47 +0000
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Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI) has launched Barbados Remembers Your Name, a new global destination campaign that highlights what makes the island memorable, the personal connections and warm welcomes that keep visitors coming back.
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:33:38 +0000
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Qatar Airways has entered a Memorandum of Understanding with Priority Pass, the world’s largest independent airport lounge and travel experiences programme, to offer enhanced value and rewards to business travellers through its Beyond Business corporate travel programme.
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:30:47 +0000
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Most travel and discovery apps work the same way: a long list of activities, ranked by advertising spend, algorithmic popularity, or reviews from strangers with different taste to yours. Vintavia, live in London from today, is built for a different kind of user: the one who actually wants to explore.
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:28:49 +0000
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Ski above the Mediterranean, experience the spectacle of Nice Carnival in February, wander through Alsace’s Christmas markets or spend an evening dining on the Seine. AC Group’s winter 2026/27 France portfolio brings together new experiences and seasonal favourites that show just how many different versions of a French winter there are.
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:25:09 +0000
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Pegasus Airlines, one of Europe’s leading low-cost airlines, and AirAsia Group*, one of Asia’s largest low-cost airline groups, have launched a codeshare partnership linking their networks at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen. It is the first codeshare agreement in AirAsia’s history, and it opens for sale today.
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:22:22 +0000
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Stories of the fascinating figures who have visited St Helena in the South Atlantic over the past 500 years are being brought to life through a new interpretative installation in the heart of Jamestown, as new research reveals a strong appetite among UK long-haul travellers for history and heritage experiences.
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:21:39 +0000
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Celestyal has launched a new winter campaign, ‘Uncrowded, Unforgettable, Authentically Med’ - live from today (September 1, 2026) - with seven-night cruises starting from £419pp.
The campaign, running until November 2, 2026, features sailings across Celestyal’s newly launched winter programme including Celestyal Discovery’s first dedicated Western Mediterranean programme, featuring 14 maiden calls, and Celestyal Journey’s recently unveiled winter 2027/28 season.
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:12:42 +0000
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A new report by Alipay+, the unified wallet gateway of Ant International, in partnership with S&P Global, reveals a growing “commerce digitalisation gap”, with people increasingly expecting seamless mobile payments and intelligent digital assistance, yet friction – from inconsistent payment acceptance to trust in AI – still define their experience.
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 06:29:55 +0000
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Arajet, the Dominican Republic’s flag carrier, is celebrating its fourth anniversary this September with the launch of “Purple Days,” a special promotion inviting passengers to mark four years of operations by taking advantage of promotional fares to international destinations across its network.
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 06:04:46 +0000
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Conrad Indianapolis, Indianapolis’ premier luxury hotel, today announced a $25 million renovation that will reimagine the property in celebration of its 20th anniversary. Expected to be complete by year-end, the renovation will transform all guestrooms, suites, and common areas throughout the luxury property. The hotel will remain open during the transformation. Building on its original $100 million development investment, this renovation will further solidify Conrad Indianapolis as a preferred destination for refined travelers, pairing purposeful service with global craftsmanship, contemporary culture, and genuine Hoosier hospitality.
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:38:15 +0000
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As Venezuela continues its recovery and reconnection efforts, Avianca, part of Abra Group, announced plans to strengthen connectivity with Colombia through the resumption of key services and the launch of new flights.
Resumption of Service Between Caracas and Bogotá: Following a comprehensive assessment of operational and safety conditions conducted in coordination with authorities, Avianca will resume flights between the Venezuelan and Colombian capitals which began Sept. 1.
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:35:58 +0000
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Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has launched a new suite of assets in support of its 2027 Spectacular Journeys of the World Collection, as the operator continues to deliver even more seamless and immersive, ultra-luxury journeys by river, rail and road.
The assets include a new 148-page Spectacular Journeys of the World Collection brochure, the brand’s biggest in a number of years, bringing together an increasing range of elegant and cultural itineraries across more travel styles and more continents into one comprehensive portfolio.
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:30:48 +0000
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Japan has long been recognised as one of the world’s greatest culinary destinations and this autumn, Hoshino Resorts is inviting guests to explore the country’s rich culinary heritage through a collection of immersive experiences.
From harvesting vegetables in the fields of Tochigi and savouring fermented delicacies in the mountains of Nagano, to tracing 1,300 years of winemaking tradition in Yamanashi, these three distinctive hotels offer an authentic taste of place while connecting travellers with local culture, landscapes and producers.
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:28:16 +0000
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A survey of more than 1,100 passengers has highlighted the cruising misconceptions they believe are most common among the general public.
The poll, conducted by cruise specialist cruise.co.uk, found the biggest myth is that cruising is ‘expensive’, selected by 27% of respondents. A holiday at sea ‘only being for retired people’ was cited by 20%, followed by ‘passengers getting seasick’ at 14%.
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:26:15 +0000
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United today announced an industry-first mobile app feature that gives customers more flexibility and options when travel plans are disrupted.
Now, customers who are rebooked to a later flight after a travel disruption can stand by for up to three earlier flights*. Instead of repeatedly checking the app to see if seats open up on earlier flights, United automatically monitors availability behind the scenes and sends a text notification when a seat becomes available.
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:24:24 +0000
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This winter, Maisons Pariente opens the doors of Saint Roch, its fifth address in France and second in the Alps. Perched on the Bellecôte piste at the foot of the slopes and steps from the village centre, this alpine refuge offers a different way to experience the mountains – one where the intensity of the landscape gives way to the calm of the interiors, and the peaks meet a world inspired by Slavic dachas and ancient Persian kingdoms.
at Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:22:34 +0000
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