Marriott International and V&A Waterfront Holdings announce agreement to bring EDITION to Cape Town’s Iconic Waterfront
Featuring 142 elegantly designed guest rooms and suites and world-class dining experiences, including a signature rooftop bar, along with a spa, pool and meeting and event facilities
Hilton expands footprint with LXR Hotels & Resorts in Turks and Caicos with AMARIS Grace Bay
Slated to open in 2028, the bespoke luxury resort and branded residences will showcase refined design, authentic character, and a commitment to sustainable elegance in the heart of the Caribbean
Currency-driven travel planning lifts last-minute intl. bookings by 30%; Dubai, Vietnam emerge festive favourites: Report
Currency-aware planning drives nearly 30% rise in last-minute international bookings; Dubai and Vietnam lead festive trips. Over 65% of bookings are for holidays under five days.
DXB and DWC boost winter schedules with new routes
One of the sharpest rises this season is coming from Saudi Arabia. which is already DXB’s second-largest country market at 7.8% of total passengers as of October year-to-date. Combined traffic from Saudi Arabia reached 6.3 million across DXB and DWC, up 1.3% year-on-year, with DWC recording a standout increase of 459% to 173,000 passengers.
Brand USA launches new trip planning hub for 2026 World Cup travellers
The hub, America the Beautiful Game, is now live and is a go-to resource for discovering things to do, and an initial set of AI-powered sample road trip itineraries that connect all 11 U.S. host cities with nearby destinations and experiences.
Türkiye Secures UNESCO listing for its Antep İşi Embroidery at the 20th intergovernmental committee meeting
This inscription brings Türkiye’s total number of elements on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Lists to 32, including 14 multinational files developed in collaboration with countries that share common cultural histories.
Utah strengthens ties with India through first-ever “Reverse Mission” initiative
Spanning from the red rocks of Southern Utah to the majestic peaks of the North, the mission fostered over 320 one-on-one business meetings and countless shared experiences across six key destinations — Zion National Park Area, Bryce Canyon National Park Area, Kanab, Bluff, Moab, and Salt Lake City.
Collina D’Oro Resort & SPA joins the Starhotels portfolio
The agreement between the Swiss resort and Italy’s leading hotel group aims to extend Starhotels’ international presence in the luxury resort & wellness segment
‘Noctourism’ now India’s Travel Word of the Year; research shows spike in Calmcations, Microcations
From mindful ‘Calmcations’ to workplace ‘Frolleagues’, new vocabulary reveals how Indians are reshaping the way they explore the world.
Finnair to start new long-haul flights to Melbourne in October 2026
The flight, scheduled to depart from Helsinki, will be operated daily via Bangkok with an Airbus A350 aircraft. The first flight is expected to be on October 25, 2026, subject to government approval.
