Minor Hotels and Paraguay’s Grupo Petra have signed two agreements that will bring a 116-room NH hotel to Asunción and create a framework for further projects. The four-star hotel is expected to open in late 2029. One agreement covers management of the planned hotel. The other allows Grupo Petra to identify and develop opportunities that […]
Historic monasteries, castles and country estates offer European hospitality developers a different path from building in established city centres. Barcelona’s accommodation controls show how tightly some urban markets manage new visitor beds, while Portugal’s REVIVE programme actively offers historic public properties for tourism use. The contrast creates an opportunity for heritage hotels in regional destinations.
Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora has received two Michelin Keys for the second consecutive year, reinforcing its place in French Polynesia’s luxury hotel sector. The 2026 recognition places the private island resort among five properties in the destination awarded Michelin Keys. For travellers comparing premium stays, the distinction offers an independent assessment of the hotel
Traveltek has named Cressida Sergeant its next chief executive officer, effective October 1, 2026. The appointment places its current chief commercial officer in charge as the UK travel technology company pursues further international growth. Sergeant has spent eight years at Traveltek and helped reshape its commercial approach. Her work has supported expansion in North America,
SiteMinder has unveiled an AI-powered Dynamic Commerce Engine designed to help hotels find revenue opportunities across pricing and room distribution. The system will identify commercial problems, recommend changes and carry out approved actions when it goes live over the coming months. The launch addresses a practical challenge for accommodation providers. A hotel may offer the
Philippine Airlines will restore nonstop flights between Manila and Dubai on October 2, 2026, giving travellers another direct option between the Philippines and the UAE. The service will begin with four flights a week, while the airline aims to increase frequency when operations allow. The return matters for Filipino residents travelling home, families visiting across
easyJet has launched direct Glasgow–Malta flights, giving Scottish travellers another way to reach the Mediterranean islands. The airline began the twice-weekly service on 4 August 2026, with departures scheduled for Tuesdays and Fridays. The route adds competition to a market that already has direct flights. For holidaymakers, another airline means more schedules and fares to
SITA is highlighting a central challenge in modern air travel: airlines and airports have powerful digital tools, but those tools must work together. Better data sharing could help travellers move through airports with fewer delays, clearer updates and less repeated processing. Artificial intelligence, digital identity and baggage tracking already support parts of the passenger journey.
Vancouver International Airport expects 32 weekly non-stop flights to mainland China in November 2026, up from 23 a year earlier. The nine additional services represent an increase of about 39% and will give travellers more choices across nine routes. Eight airlines are expected to operate the expanded network. The growth could support leisure trips, business
Brisbane Airport will add Queensland’s largest electric go-kart circuit to its Skygate precinct when a new Game Over entertainment venue opens in 2027. The 3,600-square-metre facility will combine indoor karting with bowling, arcade games, interactive attractions and dining. The project gives travellers and local visitors another reason to visit Skygate beyond shopping or catching a
The digital travel landscape across Southeast Asia is undergoing a major transformation as activity-driven itineraries replace traditional destination planning. In a strategic move designed to capitalize on this shifting consumer behavior, regional travel experiences platform Klook and digital payments leader Visa have entered into a multi-market partnership. Spanning six core Southeast Asian markets—Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand,
Official international mobility indicators show the Belgian passport maintaining its standing among the most powerful travel documents globally, offering seamless access to the vast majority of international destinations. While global mobility indices record a slight shift in Belgium’s exact ordinal rank position from fourth to sixth place, the absolute travel freedom enjoyed by Belgian citizens
