Polar Latitudes Expeditions, expedition cruise specialist, has announced the addition of a new expedition vessel to its fleet, Discoverer, that will begin sailing Antarctic voyages from the 2026 to 2027 season. The vessel, previously known as Exploris One, will join the company’s Antarctica programme and replace the current ship Seaventure. This move marks an important milestone in the...

Rail Europe has integrated the BritRail Pass into its global B2B distribution ecosystem, reinforcing its position as a specialist in European rail passes and further strengthening its strategic Great Britain offering for travel agents, OTAs and tour operators worldwide. The BritRail Pass, available exclusively to travellers residing outside the United Kingdom, provides flexible access to the...

A new SITA white paper, Navigating the Seams of Seamless Travel, argues that collaboration around shared data and coordinated action is the most practical way to reduce passenger stress, cut inefficiency, and protect revenue. According to the report, travel networks are expanding across air, rail, maritime, and urban transport, yet the journey still breaks down at transfer points, where...

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) estimates that the escalating conflict in Iran is already impacting the Travel & Tourism sector across the Middle East by at least USD 600 million per day in international visitor spending, as disruptions to air travel, traveller confidence and regional connectivity affect demand...

IndiGo and Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL) have announced a strategic partnership enabling IndiGo BluChip members to earn on duty-free shopping across AAHL-managed airports. Under the partnership, members can earn five IndiGo BluChips for every INR 100 spent on duty-free products pre-booked through the Adani platform. Travellers can browse, reserve and pay for products online before...

There has been a significant increase in the price of aviation turbine fuel, driven by evolving geopolitical developments in the Middle East. As fuel represents a significant portion of airline operating costs, this impacts the cost of operations across the aviation industry...

The 15th IEIA Open Seminar & Exhibition Services Expo 2026 set to bring together the most voices and innovators from the exhibition industry under one roof. Organised by the Indian Exhibition Industry Association (IEIA), the annual Open Seminar in May, is said to have grown into a flagship gathering that connects industry captains, decision-makers, and solution providers from India and across...

With 2,200 exhibitors, over 40,000 industry professionals, 200 international buyers, notable participation from states, international boards, tech companies, hotels & more, SATTE 2026 turned Yashobhoomi yet again into the epicentre of the global travel trade. Buoyed by a great industry response, SATTE also announced the next edition from January 19–21, 2027.

As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen regional air connectivity, Star Air, the aviation arm of Sanjay Ghodawat Group, has announced a major expansion of its network, with increased frequencies and new destinations planned across India. As part of this broader plan, the airline will enhance connectivity to cities such as Kolhapur and Belagavi, further integrating them with its growing...

Hilton announced the opening of Hilton Garden Inn Goa Calangute, marking the brand’s debut in Goa and introducing Hilton’s upscale brand in Goa. Developed in association with Kokra Resort & Spa Private Limited, the new hotel is located in North Goa, Calangute...