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Japan marathon tourism is entering a new phase as international runners increasingly transform race participation into extended holidays shared with families, friends and travel companions. MIMARU, the apartment hotel brand operated by Cosmos Hotel Management Co., Ltd., has identified a sharp rise in this group-based travel pattern. According to company data, almost 80 per cent […]
Porter Airlines is launching a new nonstop seasonal route between Tampa Bay and Hamilton, Ontario, providing travelers with easier access to Niagara Falls, Toronto, and Florida’s popular winter destinations. The service strengthens cross-border tourism while offering a convenient alternative to larger airport hubs.
Brisbane Airport is set for a major transformation following approval of the Brisbane Airport Master Plan 2026. The long-term strategy will expand passenger capacity, improve connectivity, support sustainable aviation technologies, and strengthen Brisbane’s position as a leading Asia-Pacific travel and tourism hub over the next two decades.
Tomorrowland’s expansion into Thailand marks a major shift in Asia’s festival tourism landscape. Set in Chonburi near Pattaya, the globally renowned music festival is expected to drive travel demand across Bangkok, Pattaya, and other destinations while strengthening Thailand’s position as a leading hub for experiential and music-led tourism.
Thousands of travelers faced disruptions after El Al Israel Airlines experienced operational challenges at Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport. Delays and cancellations impacted major routes connecting London, New York, Los Angeles, Bangkok, Phuket, Paris, Athens, and Milan, creating widespread travel uncertainty across multiple international aviation hubs.
Air India will begin direct flights from Guwahati to Dubai and Abu Dhabi on August 4, creating two important international links between Northeast India and the United Arab Emirates while strengthening the region’s position within India’s expanding global aviation network. The planned services will connect Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport with two of the Gulf’s
Courtyard by Marriott Okinawa Resort has opened along Kise Beach in Nago, introducing the Courtyard brand to Okinawa Prefecture with 170 guestrooms, marine activities, family facilities and event spaces overlooking the coast. The resort welcomed guests from June 15, 2026, adding new internationally branded accommodation to northern Okinawa. Its arrival strengthens Nago’s position within Japan’s
Claims that San Francisco and Miami are suffering a FIFA World Cup 2026 accommodation collapse are attracting attention, but official information does not confirm a widespread hotel bust, mass room cancellations or dramatic market-wide price reductions. Neither host-city authorities nor FIFA have announced that thousands of rooms are sitting empty because of weak international demand.
Croatia is preparing to strengthen its position in Mediterranean luxury tourism with the opening of Mövenpick Hotel & Residences Kvarner Bay, a major mixed-use resort combining hotel accommodation, branded residences, wellness, dining and event facilities on the northern Adriatic coast. Scheduled to open in mid-2026, the development will feature 199 hotel rooms and 304 residences,
Avani Hotels & Resorts has launched Avani Book Club, a new global hospitality initiative designed to turn reading into a destination-driven travel experience across selected hotels and resorts worldwide. The programme brings curated books, local storytelling, author-led events, book swaps, reading corners, and community gatherings into the hotel stay, giving modern travellers a slower and
A global study featuring Thailand, Japan, India, New Zealand, Iceland, Italy, and Switzerland reveals how transformative travel is driving emotional growth, cultural understanding, and personal change. The research highlights the growing demand for meaningful travel experiences that go beyond traditional tourism.
Ethiopian Airlines is in talks with Airbus for up to 26 new aircraft, including A350s and A220s, as it advances fleet expansion, boosts regional and long-haul connectivity, and supports its ambitious global growth strategy.
