Middle East Travel Spend to Top US$60bn by 2030

Posted by Chutima Kerdmo | Jan 16, 2026 | Trade Events | 0 |

Australia’s Hottest New Walk Is Almost Sold Out fo...

Posted by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 16, 2026 | Tour Operator | 0 |

HEADLINE NEWS

Headline News

The Most Dangerous Place at the Airport Isn’t the Plane

by Christopher Elliott | Jan 16, 2026 | Airport, Elliott Report, Headline News | 0 |

An airport can be a dangerous place. Just ask Brandon Barron, who recently flew from Charlotte to...

Sri Lanka DMC Makes Strategic Play for ANZ Travel Trade

by Anne Keam | Jan 16, 2026 | Destination Management Companies (DMC), Headline News | 0 |
Southern Way Secures $459K to Draw Australians South

by Sandra Jones | Jan 16, 2026 | Headline News, New Zealand | 0 |
OurAfrica.Travel 2026 Virtual Trade Show Returns This March

by Michelle Warner | Jan 16, 2026 | Africa, Events Calendar, Headline News | 0 |
Luxury Travel 2026: Why Meaning Has Replaced Marble

by Karuna Johnson | Jan 16, 2026 | Headline News, Hotel News, Hotel Trends | 0 |
Hotel Revenues Rise But Profits Slip Through the Gaps

by My Thanh Pham | Jan 16, 2026 | Headline News, Hotel News, Technology | 0 |
Sinner Serves Wellness Ace Aboard Explora’s Luxury Fleet

by Charmaine Lu | Jan 16, 2026 | Cruise News, Headline News | 0 |
AI, Airlines and Alarms: Travel’s 2026 Buyer Beware

by Contibutor | Jan 16, 2026 | Headline News, Travel Advisors | 0 |

ELLIOT REPORT

GLOBAL TRAVEL CONNOISEUR

UP CLOSE & PERSONAL

Elliott Report

The Most Dangerous Place at the Airport Isn’t the Plane

by Christopher Elliott | Jan 16, 2026 | Airport, Elliott Report, Headline News | 0 |

An airport can be a dangerous place. Just ask Brandon Barron, who recently flew from Charlotte to...

Airline Passenger Rights Are Disappearing -Here’s How to Fight Back

by Christopher Elliott | Jan 15, 2026 | Elliott Report, Headline News | 0 |

Global Travel Connoisseur

Pegasus Airlines Launches Nonstop Zurich–Izmir Aegean Escape

by Robert La Bua | Jan 13, 2026 | Global Travel Connoisseur, GTM Reviews, Headline News | 0 |

Pegasus Airlines continues to make inroads in connecting cities across Europe and beyond to...

Luxury in Lights at AMERON Luzern Hotel Flora

by Robert La Bua | Jan 6, 2026 | Global Travel Connoisseur, GTM Reviews, Headline News | 0 |

Up Close & Personal

Up Close & Personal: Steve Brady: Steering Helloworld’s Cruise Comeback

by Jason Smith | Aug 11, 2025 | Headline News, Up Close & Personal | 0 |

Something about Steve Brady makes you instantly believe he’s been everywhere and could probably...

SabreMosaic ends booking chaos with bold AI travel platform

by Susan NG | Aug 4, 2025 | GDS, Headline News, Up Close & Personal | 0 |

ACCOLADES

AVIATION

BUSINESS NEWS

Accolades

Five Hamilton Island Restaurants Earn 2026 Chef Hat Honours

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 16, 2026 | Accolades | 0 |

Hamilton Island has been recognised for the strength of its dining offering in the 2026 Australian...

Raffles Sentosa Singapore Earns Prestigious Green Globe Status

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 16, 2026 | Accolades | 0 |

Aviation

United Lets Economy Flyers Pre-Order Fresh Meals

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jan 16, 2026 | Aviation | 0 |

United customers can now order fresh, United Economy meals like burgers and sandwiches before...

SWISS Introduces New Onboard Rules for Power Banks

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jan 16, 2026 | Aviation | 0 |

Business News

Passport Power Divides the World as Mobility Gaps Widen

by Alison Jenkins | Jan 15, 2026 | Business News, Headline News, Statistics & Trends | 0 |

There is a certain moment in every international airport, usually somewhere between the third...

Arrivia Expands Luxury Cruise Reach with Bon Voyage Deal

by Anne Keam | Jan 14, 2026 | Business News, Headline News | 0 |

BEVERAGE

EVENTS CALENDAR

DINING

Beverage

Kavalan Unveils Golden Steed Lunar New Year Whisky 2026

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jan 16, 2026 | Beverage | 0 |

Kavalan, Taiwan’s internationally acclaimed whisky distillery, introduces its 2026 Lunar New...

Altos Tequila Unveils Casa Altos in Tribute to Kokkinakis

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jan 13, 2026 | Beverage | 0 |

Events Calendar

Kingsford The Barossa Unveils 2026 Food & Wine Events Series

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 16, 2026 | Events Calendar | 0 |

In 2026, Kingsford The Barossa will launch a new nine-part events series showcasing South...

Chris Cobb Emerges as Must-See Act at Tamworth 2026

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 16, 2026 | Events Calendar | 0 |

Dining | Restaurants

An Italian Odyssey: La Familiare’s 5-Course Pairing Night

Pattaya Marriott Resort and Spa, the new five-star landmark of sophisticated leisure on Jomtien...

Roots & Waves: Island-Inspired, Vegetable-Led Dining at Nova

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 16, 2026 | Dining | Restaurants | 0 |

CRUISE NEWS

HOTEL NEWS

RESORT NEWS

Cruise News

Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 and Queen Anne Sail to Australia

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 16, 2026 | Cruise News | 0 |

Two of Cunard’s iconic Queens, Queen Mary 2 and Queen Anne have officially set sail on their World...

Sinner Serves Wellness Ace Aboard Explora’s Luxury Fleet

by Charmaine Lu | Jan 16, 2026 | Cruise News, Headline News | 0 |

Hotel News

World of Hyatt Brings Audi F1 Spirit From Track to Suite

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jan 16, 2026 | Hotel News | 0 |

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced World of Hyatt will be the official hospitality...

Luxury Travel 2026: Why Meaning Has Replaced Marble

by Karuna Johnson | Jan 16, 2026 | Headline News, Hotel News, Hotel Trends | 0 |

Resort News

The Chapman’s Challenge 2026 Reimagined: One Legacy, New Ways

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 16, 2026 | Resort News | 0 |

Set on a private island embraced by emerald seas and a two-million-year-old rainforest, The...

Six Senses Kanuhura Sets New Bar with 3D Reef Monitoring

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jan 14, 2026 | Resort News | 0 |

AIRFARE DEALS

CRUISE DEALS

TRAVEL DEALS

Airfare Deals

Fly Deluxe for Less: Vietjet Sale Cuts Fares 30%

by Christine Nguyen | Jan 15, 2026 | Airfare Deals, Headline News | 0 |

If there’s a better way to welcome the New Year than a sharp airfare and a long lunch, aviation...

Fly Further for Less with Qatar Airways’ January Sale

by Sandra Jones | Jan 14, 2026 | Airfare Deals, Headline News | 0 |

Cruise Deals

HX Unleashes Wave Travel Deals for Epic Alaska Adventures

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jan 13, 2026 | Cruise Deals | 0 |

From brown bears to breaching whales, Alaska’s wilderness stirs the soul. HX goes beyond the...

APT Unveils Five-Star Australian Star River Cruise for 2026

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 13, 2026 | Cruise Deals, River Cruising | 0 |

Travel Deals

Wendy Wu Tours Launches ‘Ready, Set, Upgrade’ Across Asia

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 16, 2026 | Travel Deals | 0 |

Wendy Wu Tours has unveiled the latest chapter of its popular Ready, Set, Travel Sale, introducing...

Explore Worldwide Launches January Big Blue Sale

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 16, 2026 | Travel Deals | 0 |

INDUSTRY DEALS

BEVERAGE

GADGETS

Industry Deals

Industry Deals Soar with TIC & Travel Club’s Epic Offer

by Travel Club | Nov 5, 2025 | Headline News, Industry Deals | 0 |

Exclusive TIC Member Offer – A Once-in-a-Lifetime Journey! We’re thrilled to announce a special...

TIC & Travel Club Unveils Irresistible Industry Deals

by Travel Club | Nov 3, 2025 | Headline News, Industry Deals | 0 |

Beverage

Kavalan Unveils Golden Steed Lunar New Year Whisky 2026

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jan 16, 2026 | Beverage | 0 |

Kavalan, Taiwan’s internationally acclaimed whisky distillery, introduces its 2026 Lunar New...

Altos Tequila Unveils Casa Altos in Tribute to Kokkinakis

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jan 13, 2026 | Beverage | 0 |

Gadgets

ASUS Unleashes Dual-Screen AI Laptops at CES 2026

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 8, 2026 | Gadgets | 0 |

ASUS today showcased its all-new and award-winning 2026 lineup of AI-powered Copilot+ PCs at...

Segway Powers Up Personal Mobility With Smart CES 2026 Debuts

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jan 8, 2026 | Gadgets | 0 |

EXPLORE CANADA

DISCOVER IRELAND

EXPLORE HAWAII

Canada

Edmonton’s Four Urban Ski Hills Open for Winter 2025/26

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Dec 22, 2025 | Canada | 0 |

Edmonton’s winter season has officially begun, and with it comes a feature rarely found in...

Club Med Carves New Alpine Flag in Canada’s Ski Capital

by Alison Jenkins | Dec 17, 2025 | Canada, Headline News, Hotel Developments | 0 |

Ireland

Tracing Dracula’s Dublin: A Gothic Tale Comes Back to Life

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Oct 23, 2025 | Ireland | 0 |

There is one place in the world where Halloween isn’t just celebrated, it’s part of the heritage....

Where Halloween Began: A Curious Tale of Ancient Autumn Magic

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Oct 22, 2025 | Ireland | 0 |

Hawaii

Duke’s Day 2026 Brings Aloha Back to Freshwater

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Dec 17, 2025 | Hawaii | 0 |

Duke’s Day, Australia’s annual celebration honouring legendary Hawaiian waterman Duke Kahanamoku,...

Sea The Future’ Expands Waves of Change Across the Pacific

by Chutima Kerdmo | Oct 16, 2025 | Hawaii | 0 |

DESTINATION GLOBAL

DISCOVER MIDDLE EAST

DISCOVER NEW ZEALAND

Destination Global

Fengdu’s Phoenix Sculpture Unveiled in Guanajuato, Mexico!

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

In Guanajuato City, Mexico, marigolds adorned the entire city as people dressed up in skeleton...

Summer Destination Dupes: Enjoy Beloved Spots Crowd-Free

by Chisa de Ruiter | Jun 8, 2024 | Destination Global | 0 |

Middle East

Dubai Finally Ends the Hotel Check-In Queue

by Soo James | Jan 5, 2026 | Headline News, Hotel News, Middle East, Technology | 0 |

There are few moments in modern travel as reliably joyless as hotel check-in. You’ve crossed...

Abu Dhabi Shifts Gears with 2026 Gran Turismo Opener

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Dec 23, 2025 | Middle East | 0 |

New Zealand

Southern Way Secures $459K to Draw Australians South

by Sandra Jones | Jan 16, 2026 | Headline News, New Zealand | 0 |

When it comes to tourism, momentum matters. So does timing. And New Zealand’s lower South Island...

Great Journeys NZ tempts Aussies with 20% rail sale

by Prae Lee | Dec 27, 2025 | Headline News, New Zealand, Rail, Travel Deals | 0 |

Discover Thailand

Explore Arkansas

Explore Florida

Thailand

Power Women Shaping Asia’s Cities Honoured at ARES 2025

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jan 14, 2026 | Thailand | 0 |

The 2025 PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit (ARES) concluded with a VIP Party at The Athenee...

LISA Lights the Fuse for Thailand’s Next Tourism Boom

by Kanda Limw | Jan 12, 2026 | Headline News, Thailand | 0 |

Arkansas

Queen Wilhelmina Trails Rise to New Mountain Biking Heights

by Chutima Kerdmo | Nov 8, 2025 | Arkansas | 0 |

Arkansas’ State Parks today celebrated the dedication of refreshed and enhanced trails at Queen...

Trailblazers Unite at Queen Wilhelmina Park Dedication

by Chutima Kerdmo | Nov 4, 2025 | Arkansas | 0 |

Florida

VISIT FLORIDA Applauds DeSantis’ Floridians First Budget

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Dec 15, 2025 | Florida | 0 |

VISIT FLORIDA commends Governor Ron DeSantis for his continued commitment to strengthening...

Florida’s Visitor Economy Delivers a $133.6bn Lesson

by Jason Smith | Nov 27, 2025 | Florida, Headline News | 0 |

European News

Explore New York

Explore Queensland

Europe

Vilnius Lights Up Noctourism for Its 703rd Birthday

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jan 12, 2026 | Europe | 0 |

The Vilnius Light Festival returns January 23-25, 2026, transforming Lithuania’s capital into an...

Nordics Lead as Wealthy Nations Slip in Life Rankings

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jan 12, 2026 | Europe | 0 |

New York

Rockefeller Christmas Tree Lighting Returns for 2025

by Jason Smith | Dec 6, 2025 | Headline News, New York | 0 |

New York did what New York does every December: it stopped, looked up, and turned on Christmas. At...

Delmonico’s Unveils Boogie Lab NYC Ahead of 2026 Debut

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Nov 20, 2025 | Food & Beverage, New York | 0 |

Queensland

Reefreshing News from Cairns & the Great Barrier Reef

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jan 14, 2026 | Queensland | 0 |

Sunlover Reef Cruises has appointed Zoom Helicopters as its aviation partner across all reef...

Great Barrier Reef Campaigns Win for Global Travel Impact

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 8, 2026 | Queensland | 0 |

Explore South Asia

Explore South Pacific

North Asia News

South Asia

Thomas Cook India Partners Gujarat to Boost Domestic Tourism

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 15, 2026 | South Asia | 0 |

In a strategic move to promote Gujarat as a vibrant tourism destination across India, Thomas Cook...

Candy Bounce Pops Into Coimbatore With India’s Sweetest Park

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 14, 2026 | South Asia | 0 |

All

What’s Hot in Washington, DC from January to March 2026

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 16, 2026 | Washington DC | 0 |

Washington, DC welcomes the new year with a dynamic lineup of cultural milestones, major openings...

Wendy Wu Tours Launches ‘Ready, Set, Upgrade’ Across Asia

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 16, 2026 | Travel Deals | 0 |

All

What’s Hot in Washington, DC from January to March 2026

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 16, 2026 | Washington DC | 0 |

Washington, DC welcomes the new year with a dynamic lineup of cultural milestones, major openings...

Wendy Wu Tours Launches ‘Ready, Set, Upgrade’ Across Asia

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 16, 2026 | Travel Deals | 0 |

Oceania News

EXPLORE NSW

OTA NEWS

Oceania News

Spectacular Red Crab Migration on Christmas Island

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

One of nature’s most awe-inspiring events is now underway on Christmas Island, captivating...

Thrilling 2023 Humpback Whale Season

by Chisa de Ruiter | Jul 6, 2023 | Oceania News | 0 |

New South Wales

NSW Crowned No.1 for Summer Caravan and Camping Holidays

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 14, 2026 | Glamping, New South Wales | 0 |

NSW is extending its lead this summer as Australia’s favourite destination for caravan and camping...

Australia Day 2026 Ambassadors Unite NSW Communities

by Yves Thomas | Jan 9, 2026 | Events Calendar, Headline News, New South Wales | 0 |

OTA News

Agoda Unveils Asia’s Most Magical Snowy Escapes for 2026

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jan 15, 2026 | OTA News | 0 |

As the 2026 winter season unfolds, digital travel platform Agoda spotlights Asia’s top snow...

Aussie Travellers Ready to Chase Cheap Getaways in 2026

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jan 14, 2026 | OTA News | 0 |

AIRPORT

FINANCIAL

GADGETS

Airport

Kyra Lounge Takes Off With Second HKIA Location

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jan 16, 2026 | Airport | 0 |

Premium lounge brand Kyra, a venture from Airport Dimensions, SSP and Travel Food Services Limited...

The Most Dangerous Place at the Airport Isn’t the Plane

by Christopher Elliott | Jan 16, 2026 | Airport, Elliott Report, Headline News | 0 |

Financial

2025 Annual Results: Record Year Despite Operational Disruption

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jan 12, 2026 | Financial | 0 |

Despite the closure of the Schilthorn summit until mid-March 2025 due to construction work,...

Australians Put Travel First as 2026 Savings Shift

by Bridget Gomez | Jan 8, 2026 | Financial, Headline News, Statistics & Trends | 0 |

Gadgets

ASUS Unleashes Dual-Screen AI Laptops at CES 2026

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 8, 2026 | Gadgets | 0 |

ASUS today showcased its all-new and award-winning 2026 lineup of AI-powered Copilot+ PCs at...

Segway Powers Up Personal Mobility With Smart CES 2026 Debuts

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jan 8, 2026 | Gadgets | 0 |

TRAVEL ADIVSORS

TRADE EVENTS

MICE

Travel Advisors

Luxury Connections Power PTM’s ILTM Cannes Experience

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 16, 2026 | Travel Advisors | 0 |

National Business Partnership Manager, Julia McLean, and seven personal travel managers (PTMs)...

AI, Airlines and Alarms: Travel’s 2026 Buyer Beware

by Contibutor | Jan 16, 2026 | Headline News, Travel Advisors | 0 |

Trade Events

Middle East Travel Spend to Top US$60bn by 2030

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jan 16, 2026 | Trade Events | 0 |

With overseas travel spend by Middle East residents expected to grow by 6% per year until the end...

ATM 2026 Wants to Shape Travel’s Future, Not Just Talk

by Stephen Morton | Jan 9, 2026 | Headline News, Trade Events | 0 |

Mice

Tribe Legacy Sarawak Campaign Fuels Record Business Events Growth

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 16, 2026 | Mice | 0 |

The Tribe Legacy Sarawak Campaign has delivered its strongest impact to date, driving record...

Olympia Events and Legends Global Bring F&B In-House

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 16, 2026 | Mice | 0 |

All

What’s Hot in Washington, DC from Januar...

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Wendy Wu Tours Launches ‘Ready, Set, Upg...

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Explore Worldwide Launches January Big B...

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Luxury Connections Power PTM’s ILTM Cann...

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Middle East Travel Spend to Top US$60bn ...

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Australia’s Hottest New Walk Is Almost S...

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TripStaq Transforms B2B Hotel Booking fo...

Jan 16, 2026

RateHawk Unveils Top 5 Trending Destinat...

Jan 16, 2026

What’s Hot in Washington, DC from January to March 2026

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 16, 2026 | Washington DC | 0 |

Washington, DC welcomes the new year with a dynamic lineup of cultural milestones, major openings...

Wendy Wu Tours Launches ‘Ready, Set, Upgrade’ Across Asia

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 16, 2026 | Travel Deals | 0 |
Explore Worldwide Launches January Big Blue Sale

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 16, 2026 | Travel Deals | 0 |
Luxury Connections Power PTM’s ILTM Cannes Experience

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 16, 2026 | Travel Advisors | 0 |
Middle East Travel Spend to Top US$60bn by 2030

by Chutima Kerdmo | Jan 16, 2026 | Trade Events | 0 |