airBaltic inks ACMI with Lufthansa as part of new fleet plan
airBaltic (BT, Riga) has announced it has signed a longer-term wet lease agreement with Lufthansa Group, under which it will operate up to six A220-300s during…
BTN Investigates: destinations look to extend the season and reach new markets beyond the peak
From Goa’s monsoon landscapes to the Caribbean’s summer festivals, tourism leaders at World Travel Market 2026 outlined strategies to spread demand across the year, diversify source…
BTN Investigates: destinations look to extend the season and reach new markets beyond the peak
From Goa’s monsoon landscapes to the Caribbean’s summer festivals, tourism leaders at World Travel Market 2026 outlined strategies to spread demand across the year, diversify source…
Türkiye's Skyline Aviation exits Embraer operations
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Azerbaijani gov't plans 19.5% subsidy hike for AZAL in 2027
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Cathay Group orders 11 A330-900 and 3 A321-200NX jets
Cathay Group has exercised purchase rights for 14 additional Airbus aircraft, comprising eleven A330-900Ns for Cathay Pacific (CX, Hong Kong International) and three A321-200NX for low-cost…
US-Bangla Airlines to invest $22mn in ground handling
US-Bangla Airlines (BS, Dhaka) plans to invest approximately USD22 million to modernise its ground handling operations, with letters of credit worth USD12 million already opened. The…
IBTM World 2026 prepares to ‘Meet the Moment’ with expanded tech focus and new highlights
With less than a week until the eagerly awaited IBTM World 2026 opens in Barcelona, the organisers expect to welcome nearly 12,000 international event professionals for…
IBTM World 2026 prepares to ‘Meet the Moment’ with expanded tech focus and new highlights
With less than a week until the eagerly awaited IBTM World 2026 opens in Barcelona, the organisers expect to welcome nearly 12,000 international event professionals for…
Cunard reveals new interiors of Queen Mary 2 with ‘Cunard Deco’
As Queen Mary 2 marks her 450th Transatlantic Crossing, Cunard has unveiled the design vision for the new interiors that will welcome guests when the world’s…
Cunard reveals new interiors of Queen Mary 2 with ‘Cunard Deco’
As Queen Mary 2 marks her 450th Transatlantic Crossing, Cunard has unveiled the design vision for the new interiors that will welcome guests when the world’s…
Sun Siyam goes all in for black friday & cyber monday with offers across the Maldives and Sri Lanka
This Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Sun Siyam is opening up its entire portfolio across the Maldives and Sri Lanka with a collection of limited-time offers…
Sun Siyam goes all in for black friday & cyber monday with offers across the Maldives and Sri Lanka
This Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Sun Siyam is opening up its entire portfolio across the Maldives and Sri Lanka with a collection of limited-time offers…
AI will reshape how hotels are found, booked and run
Regional uncertainty and the push for profitable growth top the commercial agenda for hotels in the Middle East and Africa, say industry leaders ahead of the…
AI will reshape how hotels are found, booked and run
Regional uncertainty and the push for profitable growth top the commercial agenda for hotels in the Middle East and Africa, say industry leaders ahead of the…
Exclusive Q&A with Alexandre Ariel, General Manager of Fairmont Monte Carlo
Perched in the heart of the glamorous Principality of Monaco, Fairmont Monte Carlo is an iconic address synonymous with luxury, sophistication and exceptional hospitality. Overlooking the…
Exclusive Q&A with Alexandre Ariel, General Manager of Fairmont Monte Carlo
Perched in the heart of the glamorous Principality of Monaco, Fairmont Monte Carlo is an iconic address synonymous with luxury, sophistication and exceptional hospitality. Overlooking the…
WTTC Brings Economic Outlook to Inaugural ITB Americas
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) joined the inaugural ITB Americas in Guadalajara, Mexico, where President and CEO Gloria Guevara highlighted the economic importance of…
Zeus Opens a New Chapter in Greece
ZEUS opens a new chapter in Greece: five hotels, three destinations and an open invitation to discover them From an adults-only hideaway on a Cretan hillside…
A NEW VISION FOR LUXURY TOURISM IN THE CARIBBEAN
Yanuna has unveiled progress on the first phase of its luxury tourism and residential development in Punta Macao, representing a total planned investment of US$1 billion.…
euroAtlantic plans further A330 and B777 fleet growth
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Lufthansa Takes Delivery of Its First A350-1000
The aircraft is the carrier’s 700th from Airbus.
A350-1000ULR Sets New Distance Record
The aircraft flew nonstop from Melbourne to Toulouse, France.
JSX Adds Two Nonstop Routes From New City
Flights will begin in February.
Frontier Begins First Class Ticket Sales
The carrier is also adding more extra-legroom seats.
The Leaderboard: The One to Three Metrics That Matter
You could track 100 metrics. Which honest ones tell you what is working, so you can make an immediate correction? David Chait · Founder & CEO, Travefy,…
WTTC Backs EU Sustainable Tourism Strategy, but Who Will Shape Europe’s Tourism Future?
The World Travel & Tourism Council has welcomed the European Commission's EU Sustainable Tourism Strategy, calling for stronger cooperation between governments and private industry to turn…
WTTC’s Gloria Guevara Calls for United Tourism Leadership at WTM London as UN Tourism Secretary-General Is Absent
At the 20th anniversary of the World Travel Market Ministers’ Summit in London, WTTC President and CEO Gloria Guevara called on more than 50 tourism ministers…
Edmund Bartlett’s Tourism Resilience Revolution: Can the World Turn Promises Into Protection?
Jamaica’s Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett, a pioneering figure in global tourism resilience, has challenged the international tourism community to move beyond declarations and begin measuring preparedness.…
Spain Nationwide Strike November 11: Flights, Airports, Trains and Hotels Face Disruption as Travelers Brace for Chaos
Spain's nationwide strike on November 11 could disrupt flights, rail services, airport transfers and hospitality operations. Travelers face uncertainty as unions protest housing costs and wages.…
United Adds Four Domestic Routes
The carrier will give a city its first nonstop flights to the West Coast.
Russian Tourist Payments Disrupted in Maldives: Could Thailand, Seychelles and South Africa Be Next?
Russian tour operators reported hotel-payment reversals involving Bank of Maldives beginning October 18, 2026. Seychelles has separately acknowledged sanctions-related difficulties affecting Russian travelers, while Thailand continues…
Air France Takes Its 60th A220 as A318s Fly On
The delivery completes the carrier’s original A220 order, while its smallest Airbus jets remain on the schedule through March.
From London to Panama: WTTC’s Gloria Guevara Puts the $1.8 Trillion Business Events Economy in the Spotlight
Just days after a busy schedule of tourism industry engagements at World Travel Market London, WTTC President and CEO Gloria Guevara has emerged in Panama City…
Accor and Hard Rock Join Forces: Can Music, Loyalty, and Lifestyle Challenge Marriott’s Global Hotel Empire?
Accor and Hard Rock International have announced a global strategic partnership linking hotel distribution, loyalty programs and international development through Ennismore. The arrangement could give Hard…
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…
Lima and Other Cities in Peru Brace for Pope Leo XIV Crowds and Airport Restrictions
Lima and other Peru cities brace for Pope Leo XIV crowds, airport restrictions and heightened security. Explore key travel changes, closures and safety advice.
Liechtenstein Ignites Europe’s AI Revolution as Vaduz Digital Day 2026 Unleashes Robotics and Future Skills
Liechtenstein's Vaduz Digital Day 2026 showcases AI, robotics and future skills, bringing European innovators and business visitors together
Portugal And Beyond Expand River Cruise Travel Opportunities As 2028 River Cruise Programme Introduces Four New Ships And Longer Destination Experiences
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Finland Sparks Spectacular Jazz Tourism Boom as Tampere Jazz Happening 2026 Draws Global Music Stars
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Spain and Five Others Lead Major European Aviation Upgrade as EUROCONTROL’s Digital Breakthrough Paves the Way for Smoother, Smarter and More Reliable Air Travel
Spain and five others lead EUROCONTROL’s aviation data upgrade, improving flight information and paving the way for more reliable air travel across Europe.
Finland Ignites a Nordic Cultural Tourism Boom as Rusk Chamber Music Festival 2026 Brings International Artists to Jakobstad
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Singapore Prepares for a Bold New Hotel Opening as Minor Hotels Unveils Avani Singapore with Rooftop Dining in 2027
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New Year Cruise Tourism Gains Momentum as Miami Leads America’s Holiday Sailings to the Bahamas and Other Caribbean Destinations
New Year cruise tourism draws Americans to Florida ports and Caribbean voyages as holiday sailings, fares and demand expand.
Spring Japan Flies New Blossom Jet to Hakodate on November 17 for Tourists
Spring Japan launches cherry blossom aircraft November 17, offering Tokyo Hakodate travellers gifts and prizes
Switzerland Connects with Other Countries as New Geneva São Paulo Flights Unlock South American Holidays
LATAM launches Geneva São Paulo flights, connecting Switzerland with Brazil and wider South American destinations
New Orleans New Year Tourism Set for a Major Surge as French Quarter Celebrations, Riverfront Fireworks and Hotel Demand Attract Holiday Travellers
New Orleans New Year travel demand rises as French Quarter festivities, hotel bookings and riverfront fireworks attract visitors.
Ghana Tourism Faces Major 2027 Budget Test as International Arrivals Reach 1.3 Million but Revenue Falls 10 Percent
Ghana tourism arrivals reached 1.3 million in 2025, but revenue fell 10%. The 2027 Budget faces pressure over funding delays, infrastructure and tourism jobs.
Nashville’s Spectacular New Year’s Eve Celebration Sets the Stage for a New Year 2027 Travel Boom Across America’s Leading Music Cities
Nashville, New Orleans, Austin and Memphis compete for New Year 2027 travellers through music, hotels and dining.
Thailand and Many Others Promote Winter Rail Getaways as Three All-Inclusive Routes Open for Year-End Travel
Winter Rail Getaways in Thailand bring all-inclusive train holidays to Kanchanaburi, Korat and Sisaket, with packages starting at 4,999 baht
Vietnam and Other Countries Set for Potential Tourism Growth as Sun PhuQuoc Airways Targets Major Long Haul Routes
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Idaho Adventure Tourism Gains Ground as Its $4.5 Billion Outdoor Economy, Spectacular Waterfalls and Wild Rivers Challenge Established US Travel Destinations
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Italy Follows Major Alpine Countries in Elevating Snow Tourism, Projecting Over Six Billion Euros from Winter Accommodations
Italy forecasts over six billion euros in winter lodging revenue for 2026-2027, driven by foreign skiers and Alpine snow tourism.
Italy and Other Global Nations Spotlight ITA Airways as Rome to New Delhi Flight AZ770 Captures Massive International Aviation Attention
ITA Airways Rome to Delhi flight AZ770 tops global tracking charts, attracting worldwide aviation attention
US AI Travel Planning Exposes a Tourism Industry Divide as 54% of Travellers Embrace AI but Only 22% of Destination Organisations Offer AI Trip Planning
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Barcelona Goes Hand In Hand With Madrid And More Places In a Grinding Halt Over Nationwide Strike That Leaves Air and Train Travel Stranded Across Spain
Spain grinds to a halt as a nationwide strike paralyzes flights, trains, and cities, leaving travel stranded from coast to coast.
Lima and Other Cities in Peru Brace for Pope Leo XIV Crowds and Airport Restrictions
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Liechtenstein Ignites Europe’s AI Revolution as Vaduz Digital Day 2026 Unleashes Robotics and Future Skills
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Portugal And Beyond Expand River Cruise Travel Opportunities As 2028 River Cruise Programme Introduces Four New Ships And Longer Destination Experiences
The 2028 river cruise programme expands travel across Portugal, France, Germany, Egypt and beyond with four new ships and immersive destination experiences
Finland Sparks Spectacular Jazz Tourism Boom as Tampere Jazz Happening 2026 Draws Global Music Stars
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Spain and Five Others Lead Major European Aviation Upgrade as EUROCONTROL’s Digital Breakthrough Paves the Way for Smoother, Smarter and More Reliable Air Travel
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Finland Ignites a Nordic Cultural Tourism Boom as Rusk Chamber Music Festival 2026 Brings International Artists to Jakobstad
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Singapore Prepares for a Bold New Hotel Opening as Minor Hotels Unveils Avani Singapore with Rooftop Dining in 2027
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New Year Cruise Tourism Gains Momentum as Miami Leads America’s Holiday Sailings to the Bahamas and Other Caribbean Destinations
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Spring Japan Flies New Blossom Jet to Hakodate on November 17 for Tourists
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Switzerland Connects with Other Countries as New Geneva São Paulo Flights Unlock South American Holidays
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New Orleans New Year Tourism Set for a Major Surge as French Quarter Celebrations, Riverfront Fireworks and Hotel Demand Attract Holiday Travellers
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Ghana Tourism Faces Major 2027 Budget Test as International Arrivals Reach 1.3 Million but Revenue Falls 10 Percent
Ghana tourism arrivals reached 1.3 million in 2025, but revenue fell 10%. The 2027 Budget faces pressure over funding delays, infrastructure and tourism jobs.
Nashville’s Spectacular New Year’s Eve Celebration Sets the Stage for a New Year 2027 Travel Boom Across America’s Leading Music Cities
Nashville, New Orleans, Austin and Memphis compete for New Year 2027 travellers through music, hotels and dining.
Thailand and Many Others Promote Winter Rail Getaways as Three All-Inclusive Routes Open for Year-End Travel
Winter Rail Getaways in Thailand bring all-inclusive train holidays to Kanchanaburi, Korat and Sisaket, with packages starting at 4,999 baht
Vietnam and Other Countries Set for Potential Tourism Growth as Sun PhuQuoc Airways Targets Major Long Haul Routes
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Idaho Adventure Tourism Gains Ground as Its $4.5 Billion Outdoor Economy, Spectacular Waterfalls and Wild Rivers Challenge Established US Travel Destinations
Idaho's $4.5 billion outdoor recreation economy puts its waterfalls, wild rivers and adventure tourism in focus across America.
Italy Follows Major Alpine Countries in Elevating Snow Tourism, Projecting Over Six Billion Euros from Winter Accommodations
Italy forecasts over six billion euros in winter lodging revenue for 2026-2027, driven by foreign skiers and Alpine snow tourism.
Italy and Other Global Nations Spotlight ITA Airways as Rome to New Delhi Flight AZ770 Captures Massive International Aviation Attention
ITA Airways Rome to Delhi flight AZ770 tops global tracking charts, attracting worldwide aviation attention
US AI Travel Planning Exposes a Tourism Industry Divide as 54% of Travellers Embrace AI but Only 22% of Destination Organisations Offer AI Trip Planning
AI travel planning is changing how Americans discover hidden destinations and opening new opportunities for regional tourism.
Barcelona Goes Hand In Hand With Madrid And More Places In a Grinding Halt Over Nationwide Strike That Leaves Air and Train Travel Stranded Across Spain
Spain grinds to a halt as a nationwide strike paralyzes flights, trains, and cities, leaving travel stranded from coast to coast.
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Holland America Line Gives Travelers Early Access to Exceptional Black Friday Savings
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Barossa & Light Cab Service Opens 2027 Gather Round Transport Bookings
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