Samrat Choudhary, Bihar Chief Minister, on Wednesday announced that his government would develop heliports in Valmikinagar and Kaimur, which have a high concentration of tribal population, to promote tourism in the region. The state government will also launch a programme - Development of Homestays in Tribal Areas - to tap tourism potential and provide an alternative livelihood to the tribal comm

UNESCO and the TUI Care Foundation have launched a new global partnership on sustainable tourism in and around UNESCO World Heritage destinations, supporting local communities, safeguarding cultural heritage and promoting more inclusive and responsible tourism development.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ newly refurbished Seven Seas Voyager has set sail for the first time following an extensive multi-million-dollar renovation completed in Marseille, France. The ship returned to service on May 21, 2026, after 25 days in dry-dock with refurnished reimagined suites, public spaces, dining experiences, and the introduction of the Epicurean Enrichment Studio...

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) announced the signing of Canary Riverside Plaza, Vignette Collection by IHG – the brand’s first property in London and second in the UK&I. Developed in partnership with Yianis Group, the signing also marks IHG’s debut in Canary Wharf, one of London’s most established and well-connected business districts. The hotel is expected to strengthen IHG’s presence in the...

Sara Consulting Services announced the addition of Halo Igloos Rovaniemi, Arcora Boutique Hotel & Villas, and Wilderness Hotels, Finland to its expanding portfolio. These distinguished Finnish Lapland brands represent some of the region’s new Arctic experiences, combining premium accommodation, pristine nature, and authentic Lapland traditions. This strategic expansion further strengthens...

ITC Hotels Limited announced the signing of a 90-room Fortune Select in Guwahati, Assam. This agreement accelerates the company’s expansion into India’s high-growth markets, establishing its premier presence in Guwahati, a premier city and a primary gateway for regional commerce and travel in the Northeast....

Ryanair announced a record W2026 schedule at Bratislava, with 23 routes including 4 new routes to Paphos, Tirana, Turin, and Warsaw, delivering 125% traffic growth to over 2.2 million passengers per annum. To support this record W2026 schedule, Ryanair will add a 4th based B737 aircraft in Bratislava from Oct 2026 – a USD 400 million investment supporting over 1,600 local jobs...

Emphasising the spiritual and tourism potential of Himachal Pradesh, Governor Kavinder Gupta on Tuesday called for the creation of a dedicated and well-structured religious tourism circuit for the state, aimed at connecting temples, Shakti Peeths, monasteries and sacred destinations through better infrastructure.

The first PATA Youth Symposium of the year was organised at Lahan Hotel, Pohang, Korea (ROK), on May 11, 2026. The event held on the first day of the PATA Annual Summit 2026 welcomed students, young professionals, and tourism industry leaders. It was supported by Gyeongsangbuk-do Culture and Tourism Organization (GCTO), Pohang City, and PATA Thailand Chapter...

Rajasthan Tourism unveils its new “Rajasthan in Summer” campaign as part of efforts to strengthen the state’s positioning as a year-round travel destination. Through the initiative, the tourism department aims to showcase the distinctive experiences and cultural immersion that the summer season offers across the state.