VietJetAir advances hybrid model, long-haul growth
VietJetAir (VJ, Hanoi Noi Bai International) is advancing its hybrid business model alongside further long-haul expansion, vice chairwoman and group chief financial officer Ho Ngoc Yen…
Philippines' Cebu Pacific Air franchise renewal progresses
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Korean Air, Asiana, Jin Air face fines over Jeju seat cuts
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Mexico's Aerokaluz retires last aircraft, Falcon 2000LX
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Bolivia seeks to become Viru Viru into a regional hub
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US's Jet Access opens new terminal at Nashville John C. Tune
Jet Access (JXA, West Palm Beach President Donald J. Trump International) has opened a new 25,000-square-foot (2,322-square-metre) private terminal at Nashville John C. Tune, citing growing…
American Opens Flight Attendant Applications for 2027
The hiring process will be more transparent than in years past, the carrier said.
Southwest Adds New Caribbean Route
Service will start in June 2027.
Anguilla’s Maundays Bay named world’s No. 2 beach
Anguilla’s Maundays Bay has been named the second-best beach in the world in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards, recognizing the island’s exceptional natural beauty…
Anguilla’s Maundays Bay named world’s No. 2 beach
Anguilla’s Maundays Bay has been named the second-best beach in the world in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards, recognizing the island’s exceptional natural beauty…
China Outbound Tourism Is Back: Europe Moves In While the USA Risks Losing Ground
China’s outbound tourism market is returning, but the global competition for Chinese travelers has changed. ETOA is expanding deeper into China with a new Chengdu stop,…
Hilton Hires Uber’s Jeff Moore as CTO: Why Hotel Technology Leadership Is Changing
Hilton is bringing former Uber executive Jeff Moore into its top leadership as CTO. His appointment signals a bigger hospitality shift as AI, digital platforms, and…
November Luxury Bookings Up 70% as Mexico’s Pacific Coast Joins the Winter Leaders
Virtuoso’s forward data puts November bookings and sales more than 70 per cent ahead, the Global Travel Collection places Mexico among the early holiday leaders, and…
November Luxury Bookings Up 70% as Mexico’s Pacific Coast Joins the Winter Leaders
Virtuoso’s forward data puts November bookings and sales more than 70 per cent ahead, the Global Travel Collection places Mexico among the early holiday leaders, and…
British Airways Flight Declares Emergency After Dropping 27,000 Feet
The Chicago-bound flight returned to London Heathrow.
American Starts New Route Replacing Landline Connection
Flights will operate three times daily, using regional aircraft.
Cayman Islands Department of Tourism to power 2026 CMEx Leadership Awards
The Cayman Islands Department of Tourism has been named lead sponsor of the 2026 Caribbean Media Exchange (CMEx) Leadership Awards and Fundraiser which will take place…
Cayman Islands Department of Tourism to power 2026 CMEx Leadership Awards
The Cayman Islands Department of Tourism has been named lead sponsor of the 2026 Caribbean Media Exchange (CMEx) Leadership Awards and Fundraiser which will take place…
flyadeal Arrives in Mumbai, Expands India-Saudi Arabia Connectivity
flyadeal, Saudia Group’s fast-growing low-cost carrier and one of the largest low-cost airlines in the GCC, has launched its non-stop service between Mumbai and Riyadh, marking…
flyadeal Arrives in Mumbai, Expands India-Saudi Arabia Connectivity
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Concord Hospitality Expands Management Portfolio
Concord Hospitality, a leading hotel development and management company, announced today that it has been selected to assume management of more than a dozen hotels and…
Concord Hospitality Expands Management Portfolio
Concord Hospitality, a leading hotel development and management company, announced today that it has been selected to assume management of more than a dozen hotels and…
Hyatt Names Amar Lalvani Its First Chief Creative Officer
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced that Amar Lalvani has been appointed Hyatt’s first-ever Chief Creative Officer, in addition to his role as President & Creative Director…
Hyatt Names Amar Lalvani Its First Chief Creative Officer
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced that Amar Lalvani has been appointed Hyatt’s first-ever Chief Creative Officer, in addition to his role as President & Creative Director…
Four aviation start-ups named finalists in World Aviation Festival competition
Four start-ups addressing AI-driven flight shopping, AI search optimisation, airline ancillaries, and airport boarding processes have been selected to compete in the World Aviation Festival’s annual…
People, Technology, and Standards Together will Drive Safety Improvements
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) highlighted the need for stronger integration of people, technology, and global standards to deliver the next advances in aviation safety.…
Southwest Adds New Routes from Nashville
The carrier will also bring back two connections, to Montana and Oregon.
Budding Tourism Professionals Urged Not to Fear AI
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U.S. Airlines’ Fuel Cost Climbs to $6.1 Billion
At the same time, consumption is down 4.4%.
Choice Hotels Hits 600 Extended Stay Hotels as Competition Heats Up
Choice Hotels has opened its 600th extended-stay hotel, but the bigger story is a rapidly expanding hospitality sector attracting Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Hyatt, Wyndham, and independent…
Berlin Lights Up Again: Germany’s Capital of Freedom Prepares for a Spectacular October
Berlin is ready to shine. The Festival of Lights returns October 9–18, transforming Germany’s capital into a spectacular open-air gallery across 40 locations. For international travelers,…
Southwest Wants Travelers to Enter Airplane Mode, But Other Airlines Went Further
Southwest Airlines is offering more than 185 million Rapid Rewards points in a campaign encouraging burned-out Americans to travel. But “Enter Airplane Mode” is hardly aviation’s…
Maestro Andrea Bocelli to Perform in Petra, Putting Jordan in the Global Music Spotlight
Andrea Bocelli will perform in Petra, Jordan, on November 27, 2026, bringing his celebrated voice to one of the world’s most extraordinary heritage destinations. The landmark…
Saudi Arabia Tourism Remains Open: What Travelers Should Know About Riyadh, Jeddah and Airline Suspensions
Saudi Arabia remains open for tourism despite regional security concerns and airline suspensions. Riyadh and Jeddah airports continue operating, while expats describe tourism activity as largely…
Check-In: KORE's Diana Hnatov on Training the Industry's Newest Advisors
Diana Hnatov serves as the Director of Sales and Services for KORE, a travel education program specifically designed to bridge the gap for new advisors entering the…
Checking-In on the Growth of Culinary Travel with Eating Europe
Kenny Dunn is the founder and managing director of Eating Europe, one of the continent's first and now largest tour operators specializing in culinary tours in…
Checking-In with G Adventures' Steve Lima on G's Record Year
TMR's Daniel McCarthy sits down with G Adventures' Steve Lima on the back of its record July, and record 2025, to hear what those results tell…
Checking in with Rental Escapes' WIllie Fernandez as the Villas Segment Explodes
Willie Fernandez is a seasoned marketing executive with over 34 years of experience in the travel industry, spanning the cruise, hotel, vacation, and villa segments. As…
Checking-In with John Chernesky, Two Years Into His NCL Tenure
John Chernesky, the SVP of North American Sales at NCL, has spent more than three decades in travel, but only just celebrated his two-year anniversary with…
Checking-In with Courtnie Nichols: Why This Travel Advisor Ditched One-Off Bookings for a Retainer Model
After relocating eight times in 17 years, Courtnie Nichols learned how to adapt and connect — skills that now drive her success as a travel advisor.…
Morocco Tourism Targets Italian Road Trippers With New Three-Year GNV Ferry Partnership
Morocco tourism targets Italian road trippers through a three-year GNV ferry partnership, promoting own-vehicle holidays and aiming for 350,000 passenger trips.
Australia Tourism Gains Momentum as UK Visitor Spending Surges and Victoria Sets a New Record
Australia tourism spending in Victoria hits A$49.5 billion as UK expenditure rises 42.6%. Explore why spending growth outpaces arrivals and visitor nights decline.
Cape York Workforce Under Pressure as Visa Changes Spark Fears for Remote Tourism
Cape York tourism businesses warn Australia’s proposed working holiday visa ballots could make seasonal hiring harder across the remote region.
Europe Holidays Now Cheaper for Australians as Virgin Australia Slashes Fares to Spain, France and Italy
Virgin Australia Europe sale now offers lower 2027 fares to Barcelona, Paris, Rome and London via Doha.
Australia Twelve Apostles Travel Takes a Scenic Turn With a Two-Kilometre Walk and Accessible Facilities
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New Zealand Airport Travel Plan Raises Fresh Questions on Privacy and Passenger Access
New Zealand may trial biometric airport travel before 2028, but passports and border checks still matter as digital travel plans develop.
Hawaii Sees a Powerful Tourism Paradox as Daily Spending Rises While Overall Revenue Falls
Hawaii tourism data shows stronger daily spending but lower arrivals, shorter stays and reduced revenue.
Indonesia Alongside Japan and Many Other Specific Regions are Exposed to Earthquakes, Leading to Disrupted Travel and a Grind to a Halt
Asia's major tectonic zones continue to present significant earthquake exposure for travellers in 2026.
Australia Outback Tourism Faces a Turning Point as Big Red Bash Farewell Puts Road Trips in Focus
Australia outback tourism faces a turning point as Big Red Bash ends in 2027, putting regional road-trip spending and reasons to revisit Birdsville in sharp focus.
Hawaii, Massachusetts and More American Destinations See Visitor Spending Surge
Visitor spending is climbing across major US destinations as Americans protect their holidays, favour domestic trips and spend more on memorable travel experiences.
US Cities Join Europe and Other Regions In Global Crackdown As International Inbound Travel Declines And Hotspots Fight Mass Tourism
US cities join Europe in a massive crackdown as international travel declines and hotspots fight mass tourism.
Mount Fuji Tourism Surges Seventeen Percent to Nearly Quarter of a Million Climbers as Japan Enforces Four Thousand Yen Fees and Daily Limits: All You Need to Know
Mount Fuji tourism rises seventeen percent to nearly 240,000 climbers as Japan enforces fees, daily limits and stronger safety controls.
Yuyuan Garden Teams Up With The Bund and More as Shanghai Destinations Put Extraordinary China Travel Experiences in the Spotlight
Explore Shanghai destinations like Yuyuan Garden, The Bund and Zhujiajiao for unforgettable culture, food, heritage and China travel experiences.
Porter Airlines Boosts Canada Air Connectivity With Five New Routes to Vancouver, Montreal and More
Porter Airlines is boosting Canada’s air connectivity with five new year‑round routes from London International Airport to Vancouver, Montreal, Edmonton, Halifax and Ottawa.
China Aligns With Vietnam and Other Countries to Revolutionise Cross-Border Tourism with AI
Discover how China aligns with Vietnam and other countries to revolutionise cross-border tourism with AI, creating frictionless global travel.
Paper Passenger Cards Are Disappearing as Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Nations Go Digital: Is It for Real?
Oceania is shifting from paper arrival cards as Australia, New Zealand, Palau and PNG expand digital border declarations for travelers.
Europe and Asia: AmaWaterways Launches Inspiring 2028 Journeys to Touch Your Soul
Explore Europe and Asia with AmaWaterways in 2028. Experience 50 enriching river sailings guided by top experts to transform how you see the world.
Anguilla Teams Up With Nevis, and Barbados as Tourism Soars: Emerald Cruises and PerryGolf Unveil Unforgettable Caribbean Voyages
Emerald Cruises and PerryGolf unite to boost Caribbean tourism with luxury golf voyages in Anguilla, Nevis, and Barbados.
Seattle and Alaska Voyage Expansion as Holland America Line Welcomes Majestic Ship Arcadia to Growing Fleet – All You Need To Know
Holland America Line expands its fleet to 12 ships in 2029 with Arcadia. Read official government-backed corporate expansion details.
London Independent Hotel Show Puts Hotel Technology, Design and Guest Experience at Centre of Hospitality Growth
The Independent Hotel Show returned to Olympia London on 5 and 6 October 2026, bringing hotel owners, operators, designers and technology suppliers together as the boutique…
Morocco Tourism Targets Italian Road Trippers With New Three-Year GNV Ferry Partnership
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Australia Tourism Gains Momentum as UK Visitor Spending Surges and Victoria Sets a New Record
Australia tourism spending in Victoria hits A$49.5 billion as UK expenditure rises 42.6%. Explore why spending growth outpaces arrivals and visitor nights decline.
Cape York Workforce Under Pressure as Visa Changes Spark Fears for Remote Tourism
Cape York tourism businesses warn Australia’s proposed working holiday visa ballots could make seasonal hiring harder across the remote region.
Europe Holidays Now Cheaper for Australians as Virgin Australia Slashes Fares to Spain, France and Italy
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Australia Twelve Apostles Travel Takes a Scenic Turn With a Two-Kilometre Walk and Accessible Facilities
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New Zealand Airport Travel Plan Raises Fresh Questions on Privacy and Passenger Access
New Zealand may trial biometric airport travel before 2028, but passports and border checks still matter as digital travel plans develop.
Hawaii Sees a Powerful Tourism Paradox as Daily Spending Rises While Overall Revenue Falls
Hawaii tourism data shows stronger daily spending but lower arrivals, shorter stays and reduced revenue.
Indonesia Alongside Japan and Many Other Specific Regions are Exposed to Earthquakes, Leading to Disrupted Travel and a Grind to a Halt
Asia's major tectonic zones continue to present significant earthquake exposure for travellers in 2026.
Australia Outback Tourism Faces a Turning Point as Big Red Bash Farewell Puts Road Trips in Focus
Australia outback tourism faces a turning point as Big Red Bash ends in 2027, putting regional road-trip spending and reasons to revisit Birdsville in sharp focus.
Hawaii, Massachusetts and More American Destinations See Visitor Spending Surge
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US Cities Join Europe and Other Regions In Global Crackdown As International Inbound Travel Declines And Hotspots Fight Mass Tourism
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Mount Fuji Tourism Surges Seventeen Percent to Nearly Quarter of a Million Climbers as Japan Enforces Four Thousand Yen Fees and Daily Limits: All You Need to Know
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Yuyuan Garden Teams Up With The Bund and More as Shanghai Destinations Put Extraordinary China Travel Experiences in the Spotlight
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Porter Airlines Boosts Canada Air Connectivity With Five New Routes to Vancouver, Montreal and More
Porter Airlines is boosting Canada’s air connectivity with five new year‑round routes from London International Airport to Vancouver, Montreal, Edmonton, Halifax and Ottawa.
China Aligns With Vietnam and Other Countries to Revolutionise Cross-Border Tourism with AI
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Paper Passenger Cards Are Disappearing as Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Nations Go Digital: Is It for Real?
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Europe and Asia: AmaWaterways Launches Inspiring 2028 Journeys to Touch Your Soul
Explore Europe and Asia with AmaWaterways in 2028. Experience 50 enriching river sailings guided by top experts to transform how you see the world.
Anguilla Teams Up With Nevis, and Barbados as Tourism Soars: Emerald Cruises and PerryGolf Unveil Unforgettable Caribbean Voyages
Emerald Cruises and PerryGolf unite to boost Caribbean tourism with luxury golf voyages in Anguilla, Nevis, and Barbados.
Seattle and Alaska Voyage Expansion as Holland America Line Welcomes Majestic Ship Arcadia to Growing Fleet – All You Need To Know
Holland America Line expands its fleet to 12 ships in 2029 with Arcadia. Read official government-backed corporate expansion details.
London Independent Hotel Show Puts Hotel Technology, Design and Guest Experience at Centre of Hospitality Growth
The Independent Hotel Show returned to Olympia London on 5 and 6 October 2026, bringing hotel owners, operators, designers and technology suppliers together as the boutique…
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