Singapore will become a major meeting point for the digital travel industry as WiT Singapore 2026 welcomes professionals from more than 30 countries. Scheduled from September 30 to October 2, the conference will connect airlines, hotels, online travel agencies, technology providers, tourism organisations, payment specialists, investors and startups. Innovation Day will open the gathering at […]
Artificial islands across the United States are gaining new relevance as cruise gateways, urban parks, recreation areas and future waterfront destinations. From PortMiami and San Francisco’s Treasure Island to New York’s Little Island, engineered land is supporting strikingly different visitor experiences. Travellers can board cruises, attend performances, walk through gardens, camp beside the Chesapeake Bay
Asia’s travel economy is entering a new digital era as artificial intelligence transforms how visitors discover destinations, build itineraries and approach bookings. China and India currently lead AI-assisted travel inspiration, with 44 per cent and 42 per cent of travellers using chat tools respectively. Meanwhile, 62 per cent of South Korean travellers say they are
India’s transition towards a more climate-resilient economy is gaining momentum as Google expands five sustainability initiatives spanning solar energy, agriculture and green innovation. The technology company is extending its Solar API to cover more than 300 million rooftops across India. It is also supporting a 150-megawatt solar project in Rajasthan, climate-smart rice cultivation and new
Airline retailing is moving closer to true real-time pricing as TPConnects Technologies integrates FlyNava Technologies’ Jupiter pricing engine with its Astra Nova platform. The connected technology will allow airlines to calculate prices from changing market signals and turn those decisions into structured, distributable offers. This process aims to reduce the delays traditionally created by manual
Ireland’s culinary tourism offering is expanding as Cashel Palace launches a documentary and guided food-tour programme centred on County Tipperary’s producers. “Land to Table: A Journey Worth Tasting” will connect travellers with the farms, artisans and landscapes behind the hotel’s dining experiences. The initiative combines visual storytelling with visits that take guests beyond the property
Luxury travel in China’s technology-driven city of Shenzhen is gaining fresh momentum as Four Seasons Hotel Shenzhen introduces two exclusive accommodation benefits. The Stay Longer privilege gives guests a complimentary third night for every two consecutive paid nights. Meanwhile, the Advance Purchase offer provides savings of up to 20 per cent on the room rate
France’s luxury winter tourism season is gaining momentum as Four Seasons Resort Megève prepares to reopen on December 16, 2026. The ski-in, ski-out property will begin its first winter season since receiving the Palace distinction. It will introduce new wellness facilities, advanced myBlend treatments and a festive programme spanning Christmas and New Year. Located in
Thailand’s luxury hospitality sector is entering a new phase as Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok appoints veteran hotel executive Paul Jones as general manager. Taking up the position in September 2026, Jones returns to the celebrated riverside hotel with more than three decades of international hospitality experience. His appointment connects the property’s historic identity with its plans
New Zealand’s premium hospitality market is preparing for major growth as Marriott International plans three hotels across Rotorua, Auckland and Wellington. The global hotel group has expanded its strategic partnership with CP Group through agreements covering properties scheduled to open between 2027 and 2029. The projects will introduce Marriott Hotels to Rotorua and bring the
The global aviation sector is increasingly tapping into the power of international sports to strengthen brand visibility and drive passenger traffic across key travel corridors. In a major commercial transition, Turkish Airlines has secured a landmark multi-year primary partnership with Liverpool Football Club. The deal marks a strategic move by major international carriers to leverage
Doha-based Qatar Airways has officially announced a massive winter schedule expansion, extending its global reach to more than 170 destinations across six continents. The strategic expansion introduces over 186 weekly frequencies across Africa, Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, and the Middle East, seamlessly routing international traffic through Hamad International Airport in Doha. The expanded operational
