Avani Sukhumvit Earns ASEAN MICE Venue Status

Posted by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 11, 2026 | Venues | 0 |

Cosmos Unveils New Asia and Africa Tours for 2027

Posted by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 11, 2026 | Tour Operator | 0 |

HEADLINE NEWS

Headline News

WSI Takes Flight as Sydney’s New Aviation Era Begins

by Michelle Warner | Jun 11, 2026 | Airport, Headline News | 0 |

After years of planning, political debate, bulldozers, cranes, concrete pours and more than a few...

WTTC Draws a New Map for Travel’s Next Decade Ahead

by Bridget Gomez | Jun 11, 2026 | Business News, Headline News, Statistics & Trends, Technology | 0 |
Four Seasons Bets Bigger on Luxury With Second Superyacht

by Jill Walsh | Jun 11, 2026 | Cruise News, Headline News, Yacht News | 0 |
Riyadh Air’s Dreamliner Gamble Takes Flight Amid Turmoil

by May Marclay | Jun 11, 2026 | Aviation, Headline News | 0 |
Adelaide Hotels Hit Jackpot as Events Fill the City

by Soo James | Jun 11, 2026 | Headline News, Hotel Trends, South Australia | 0 |
ILTM North America Sees Luxury Travel Boom in 2026

by Alison Jenkins | Jun 11, 2026 | Headline News, North America, Trade Events | 0 |
Flight Upgrade Success Soars for Savvy Aussie Travellers

by Anne Keam | Jun 11, 2026 | Headline News, Loyalty | 0 |
Cook Islands Shine as Getaway Unveils Rarotonga Escape

by Susan NG | Jun 11, 2026 | Cook Islands, Events Calendar, Headline News | 0 |

ELLIOT REPORT

GLOBAL TRAVEL CONNOISEUR

UP CLOSE & PERSONAL

Elliott Report

Tokyo Wellness Boom: Beat Jet Lag and Stress Like a Local

by Christopher Elliott | Jun 9, 2026 | Elliott Report, GTM Features, Headline News, Health and Wellness, Japan | 0 |

No city in the world stresses you out quite like Tokyo. With its narrow streets, densely packed...

Gate Campers Beware: Why Arriving Too Early Can Ruin Travel

by Christopher Elliott | Jun 9, 2026 | Airport, Elliott Report, Headline News | 0 |

Global Travel Connoisseur

The Foundry Athens: Industrial Chic Beneath the Acropolis

by Robert La Bua | Jun 9, 2026 | Global Travel Connoisseur, GTM Reviews, Headline News | 0 |

One of the most dynamic neighbourhoods in Athens, Psyrri is a favourite among hip visitors seeking...

Charleston’s Culinary Secrets Serve Up Michelin-Worthy Magic

by Robert La Bua | Jun 2, 2026 | Dining | Restaurants, Global Travel Connoisseur, Headline News | 1 |

Up Close & Personal

AI Whisperer Brings Clarity to Hotel AI Strategy Surge

by Roderick Eime | May 21, 2026 | Headline News, Up Close & Personal | 0 |

After a decade navigating the ever-shifting currents of hotel branding and guest experience,...

Bangkok Hotels Thrive as Midscale Agility Outpaces Luxury

by Roderick Eime | May 4, 2026 | Headline News, Up Close & Personal | 0 |

ACCOLADES

AVIATION

BUSINESS NEWS

Accolades

Emporium South Bank Crowned Australia’s Hotel Champion

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 11, 2026 | Accolades | 0 |

Emporium Hotel South Bank celebrates its win as No. 1, taking out first place in the 2026...

oneworld Soars to Top Wine Honour in 2026 Awards

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 11, 2026 | Accolades | 0 |

Aviation

Virgin Australia Flight Search Takes Off in ChatGPT

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 11, 2026 | Aviation | 0 |

In an Australian airline first, Virgin Australia has today launched a new way for Australian...

Riyadh Air Launches Ticket Sales to Five Destinations

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jun 11, 2026 | Aviation | 0 |

Business News

WTTC Draws a New Map for Travel’s Next Decade Ahead

by Bridget Gomez | Jun 11, 2026 | Business News, Headline News, Statistics & Trends, Technology | 0 |

If the global travel industry were a frequent flyer, it would probably be suffering from severe...

The Executive Centre Expands With New Sydney CBD Hub

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 30, 2026 | Business News | 0 |

BEVERAGE

EVENTS CALENDAR

DINING

Beverage

Fee Brothers Revolutionises Savory Cocktails at Scale

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 7, 2026 | Beverage | 0 |

Fee Brothers, the fifth‑generation, family‑owned flavor house, is launching a first‑of‑its‑kind...

Brisbane Gin Shakes Up Singapore’s Spirits Scene

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jun 6, 2026 | Beverage | 0 |

Events Calendar

Carreras, Robbie & The Corrs Rock The Gabba

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jun 11, 2026 | Events Calendar | 0 |

JOSÉ CARRERAS TO HOST A ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME QUEENSLAND EXCLUSIVE AT THE GABBA – JOINED BY ROBBIE...

PONANT Unveils 2026 Discovery Sessions Across Australia

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jun 11, 2026 | Events Calendar | 0 |

Dining | Restaurants

Bistro X Pours Victoria’s Best Wines This Winter

THE MONTHLY POUR AT BISTRO X BRINGS VICTORIA’S LEADING WINE REGIONS TO MELBOURNE THIS WINTER...

Fishnets Casts Off in Bronte This Wednesday

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jun 11, 2026 | Dining | Restaurants | 0 |

CRUISE NEWS

HOTEL NEWS

RESORT NEWS

Cruise News

Explora Journeys Shines at Monaco Grand Prix 2026

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jun 11, 2026 | Cruise News | 0 |

Explora Journeys made an indelible mark on the FORMULA 1 LOUIS VUITTON GRAND PRIX DE MONACO 2026...

Four Seasons Bets Bigger on Luxury With Second Superyacht

by Jill Walsh | Jun 11, 2026 | Cruise News, Headline News, Yacht News | 0 |

Hotel News

Anantara Brings La Dolce Riviera to Luxury Travel

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 10, 2026 | Hotel News | 0 |

Anantara Hotels & Resorts unveils La Dolce Riviera, an immersive summer concept connecting...

Kraków’s Biggest Yoga Day Takes Over the Park

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jun 10, 2026 | Hotel News | 0 |

Resort News

Six Senses Kanuhura Backs Turtle Festival 2026

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 11, 2026 | Resort News | 0 |

Six Senses Kanuhura is proud to announce its title sponsorship of the Lhaviyani Turtle Festival...

Club Med and Thai Airways Launch Immersive Famil

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jun 10, 2026 | Resort News | 0 |

AIRFARE DEALS

CRUISE DEALS

TRAVEL DEALS

Airfare Deals

Vietjet Launches Bangkok–Kuala Lumpur Fares from THB 0

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 6, 2026 | Airfare Deals | 0 |

Vietjet Thailand continues its international expansion strategy with the launch of its first-ever...

Escape Winter with New Caledonia Flights from $589

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 5, 2026 | Airfare Deals | 0 |

Cruise Deals

NCL Extends South Pacific Cruises to Island Escapes

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 10, 2026 | Cruise Deals | 0 |

As travellers increasingly seek immersive tropical escapes and destination-rich holidays,...

Scotland’s Wild Waters Await on New 2027 Cruises

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jun 10, 2026 | Cruise Deals | 0 |

Travel Deals

Solo Travellers Save Big on Europe Tours

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jun 10, 2026 | Travel Deals | 0 |

After launching its dedicated solo travel product down under, specialist solo tour operator Just...

Inspiring Vacations Unveils New Tours for 2026

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 9, 2026 | Travel Deals | 0 |

INDUSTRY DEALS

BEVERAGE

GADGETS

Industry Deals

Travel Industry Club Uncovers Cruise Deals Goldmine

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jun 6, 2026 | Industry Deals | 0 |

Travel Industry Club – Latest Industry Rates & Cruise Updates This newsletter provides a...

Travel Club Industry Deals Sail into HX Polar Luxury

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 30, 2026 | Industry Deals | 0 |

Beverage

Fee Brothers Revolutionises Savory Cocktails at Scale

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 7, 2026 | Beverage | 0 |

Fee Brothers, the fifth‑generation, family‑owned flavor house, is launching a first‑of‑its‑kind...

Brisbane Gin Shakes Up Singapore’s Spirits Scene

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jun 6, 2026 | Beverage | 0 |

Gadgets

SCIBS 2026 Reveals Top Marine Toys & Innovations

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 24, 2026 | Gadgets | 0 |

JOBE SPORTS Jobe Sports are primed to wow SCIBS crowds with an epic assortment of all-new...

Earbuds That Speak Your Language Win Over Travellers

by Jill Walsh | Apr 23, 2026 | Gadgets, Headline News, Security, Technology | 0 |

EXPLORE CANADA

DISCOVER IRELAND

EXPLORE HAWAII

Canada

Canada’s Tourism Gold Rush Has Officially Begun

by Jill Walsh | May 29, 2026 | Canada, Headline News | 0 |

Canada has stumbled upon something rather extraordinary. Not oil. Not lithium. Not another moose...

Canada’s $100M Tourism Play Draws Global Buyers

by Octavia Koo | May 28, 2026 | Canada, Headline News, Trade Events | 0 |

Ireland

Belfast Distils Its Story in Titanic Quarter Revival

by Octavia Koo | May 23, 2026 | Headline News, Hotel News, Ireland | 0 |

Belfast has never been shy about its past. Steel, sweat and shipyards built its reputation, and...

Find Mindful Escape Bliss at Enniskeen Estate

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 21, 2026 | Ireland | 0 |

Hawaii

Hawai‘i Tourism Hunts CEO to Steer Industry Future

by Maysa Punchanit | May 23, 2026 | Careers, Hawaii, Headline News | 0 |

The job comes with sunshine, scrutiny and enough political crosswinds to test even the calmest...

Hawai‘i Calls Time on Tourism Excess

by Soo James | May 7, 2026 | Hawaii, Headline News | 0 |

DESTINATION GLOBAL

DISCOVER MIDDLE EAST

DISCOVER NEW ZEALAND

Destination Global

Timor-Leste Bets Tourism Future on Local Ambassadors

by Prae Lee | Jun 6, 2026 | Destination Global, Headline News | 0 |

Every tourism minister wants more visitors. Most start by building airports, funding advertising...

Fengdu’s Phoenix Sculpture Unveiled in Guanajuato, Mexico!

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Nov 12, 2024 | Destination Global | 0 |

Middle East

Kuwait Airport Reopens But Gulf Travel Faces Its Toughest Test Yet

by Jason Smith | Jun 5, 2026 | Airport, Headline News, Middle East, Security | 0 |

Just when airlines thought they had enough turbulence to deal with. Aircraft shortages. Rising...

Hamdan Approves AED1.5bn Economic Boost Package

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jun 2, 2026 | Middle East | 0 |

New Zealand

Auckland Rolls Out the Welcome Mat for MEETINGS 2026

by Peter Needham | Jun 10, 2026 | Headline News, Mice, New Zealand, Trade Events | 0 |

New Zealand’s largest business events showcase MEETINGS opens in Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland,...

Queenstown Hot Pools Make Winter a Steamy Escape

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 9, 2026 | Health and Wellness, New Zealand | 0 |

Discover Thailand

Explore Arkansas

Explore Florida

Thailand

TAT Marches for Inclusive Tourism at Bangkok Pride

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jun 11, 2026 | Thailand | 0 |

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) joined the Love Pride Parade Bangkok 2026, held on 31 May...

TAT Reassures Visitors After Virtual Kidnapping Scare

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 10, 2026 | Thailand | 0 |

Arkansas

Heartbroken Mum Strikes 3.09-Carat Diamond Jackpot

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 13, 2026 | Arkansas | 0 |

While grieving the deaths of her son and father, Pennsylvania native Keshia Smith recently found a...

Blanchard Springs Caverns Set for 2026 Upgrades

by Chutima Kerdmo | Apr 8, 2026 | Arkansas | 0 |

Florida

VISIT FLORIDA Campaigns Drive Strong Travel Demand

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jun 11, 2026 | Florida | 0 |

VISIT FLORIDA received results from its mid-year Integrated Marketing Effectiveness Survey,...

Selby Gardens Unveils Lynn Goldsmith Summer Showcase

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 28, 2026 | Florida | 0 |

European News

Explore New York

Explore Queensland

Europe

Spain Leads Europe’s Travel Boom as Records Fall

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jun 11, 2026 | Europe | 0 |

New Phocuswright research confirms Spain as Europe’s strongest travel market, with 96.8...

IKEA Discovers Sweden’s Sunniest Square Metre

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 11, 2026 | Europe | 0 |

New York

Empire State Building Scores With Soccer Spectacle

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jun 8, 2026 | New York | 0 |

The Empire State Building Observation Deck (ESB) – the #1 Attraction in the United States – today...

Comal NYC Ignites Bold New Mexican Dining Scene

by Alison Jenkins | May 16, 2026 | Dining | Restaurants, Headline News, New York | 0 |

Queensland

Big Red to Birdsville: Australia’s Ultimate Outback Escape

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jun 11, 2026 | Queensland | 0 |

The Diamantina is open and in full bloom across Birdsville, Bedourie and Betoota And …. Pelicans...

Big Sky Drive Fuels Outback Tourism Growth

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jun 10, 2026 | Queensland | 0 |

Explore South Asia

Explore South Pacific

North Asia News

South Asia

Step Inside Wild Coast’s Fascinating Fossil Room

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 4, 2026 | South Asia | 0 |

Hidden within the wild landscape of Wild Coast Tented Lodge, Resplendent Ceylon is delighted to...

Nepal’s New Era of Meaningful Luxury Travel

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jun 3, 2026 | South Asia | 0 |

All

Avani Sukhumvit Earns ASEAN MICE Venue Status

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 11, 2026 | Venues | 0 |

Avani Sukhumvit Bangkok has achieved top certification under the ASEAN MICE Venue Standard (AMVS)...

Cosmos Unveils New Asia and Africa Tours for 2027

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 11, 2026 | Tour Operator | 0 |

All

Avani Sukhumvit Earns ASEAN MICE Venue Status

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 11, 2026 | Venues | 0 |

Avani Sukhumvit Bangkok has achieved top certification under the ASEAN MICE Venue Standard (AMVS)...

Cosmos Unveils New Asia and Africa Tours for 2027

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 11, 2026 | Tour Operator | 0 |

Oceania News

EXPLORE NSW

OTA NEWS

Oceania News

Pitcairn Register Returns for Norfolk Bounty Day Roots

by Charmaine Lu | May 2, 2026 | Headline News, Oceania News | 0 |

There are moments in travel history when the past doesn’t merely whisper, it strides back into the...

Spectacular Red Crab Migration on Christmas Island

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 30, 2024 | Oceania News | 0 |

New South Wales

Vivid Sydney 2026 Ignites Harbour in Dazzling Return

by My Thanh Pham | May 27, 2026 | Events Calendar, New South Wales | 0 |

Sydney, never one to shy away from a bit of theatrical flair, has once again flicked the switch,...

Western Sydney Tourism Boom Demands Smarter Investment

by Christine Nguyen | May 26, 2026 | Conferences, Headline News, New South Wales | 1 |

OTA News

Phuket–Bangkok Named Asia’s 2nd Cheapest Route

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 11, 2026 | OTA News | 0 |

Digital travel platform Agoda reveals the most affordable domestic and international flight routes...

Agoda Sees Surge in Japan’s Global Football Travel

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jun 11, 2026 | OTA News | 0 |

AIRPORT

FINANCIAL

GADGETS

Airport

American Airlines Adds 9 New Gates at DFW Hub

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 11, 2026 | Airport | 0 |

American Airlines and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) today debuted the brand-new...

Queenstown Airport Soars on Record International Growth

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 11, 2026 | Airport | 0 |

Financial

Airline Profits Plunge as Fuel Shock Hits Aviation

by Jill Walsh | Jun 10, 2026 | Aviation, Financial, Headline News, Statistics & Trends | 0 |

The airline industry has been reminded, rather brutally, that full aircraft do not always mean...

Conferma Axes Fax in APAC Card Shake-Up

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 9, 2026 | Financial | 0 |

Gadgets

SCIBS 2026 Reveals Top Marine Toys & Innovations

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 24, 2026 | Gadgets | 0 |

JOBE SPORTS Jobe Sports are primed to wow SCIBS crowds with an epic assortment of all-new...

Earbuds That Speak Your Language Win Over Travellers

by Jill Walsh | Apr 23, 2026 | Gadgets, Headline News, Security, Technology | 0 |

TRAVEL ADIVSORS

TRADE EVENTS

MICE

Travel Advisors

Zoom Lost, Business Travel Won a $624B Bet

by Michelle Warner | Jun 6, 2026 | Headline News, Travel Advisors | 0 |

For years, business travel has been attending its own funeral. Every time a new video conferencing...

World Cup Gold Rush Puts SoFi Stadium Centre Stage

by Jason Smith | Jun 6, 2026 | California, Headline News, Sports, Travel Advisors, Venues | 0 |

Trade Events

ILTM North America Sees Luxury Travel Boom in 2026

by Alison Jenkins | Jun 11, 2026 | Headline News, North America, Trade Events | 0 |

If there was ever any lingering doubt about the strength of the luxury travel sector, ILTM North...

WTM Travel Tech Debuts at WTM London

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jun 10, 2026 | Trade Events | 0 |

Mice

Auckland Rolls Out the Welcome Mat for MEETINGS 2026

by Peter Needham | Jun 10, 2026 | Headline News, Mice, New Zealand, Trade Events | 0 |

New Zealand’s largest business events showcase MEETINGS opens in Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland,...

MYCEB Courts Central Asia With Eventful Charm

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 9, 2026 | Mice | 0 |

All

Avani Sukhumvit Earns ASEAN MICE Venue S...

Jun 11, 2026

Cosmos Unveils New Asia and Africa Tours...

Jun 11, 2026

Adventure World Unveils Rare India Snow ...

Jun 11, 2026

TAT Marches for Inclusive Tourism at Ban...

Jun 11, 2026

Discover Tasmania’s Hottest Winter Exper...

Jun 11, 2026

Chinatown Singapore Brings Heritage to L...

Jun 11, 2026

Six Senses Kanuhura Backs Turtle Festiva...

Jun 11, 2026

Big Red to Birdsville: Australia’s Ultim...

Jun 11, 2026

Avani Sukhumvit Earns ASEAN MICE Venue Status

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 11, 2026 | Venues | 0 |

Avani Sukhumvit Bangkok has achieved top certification under the ASEAN MICE Venue Standard (AMVS)...

Cosmos Unveils New Asia and Africa Tours for 2027

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jun 11, 2026 | Tour Operator | 0 |
Adventure World Unveils Rare India Snow Leopard Quest

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jun 11, 2026 | Tour Operator | 0 |
TAT Marches for Inclusive Tourism at Bangkok Pride

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jun 11, 2026 | Thailand | 0 |
Discover Tasmania’s Hottest Winter Experiences

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jun 11, 2026 | Tasmania | 0 |