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Airlines continue to revise UAE and Saudi Arabia flight schedules as Middle East travel disruptions affect Dubai, Riyadh, Dammam and Jeddah routes.
Lufthansa Group is introducing Starlink high-speed Wi-Fi, starting with an A320neo on August 19, as it targets 850 connected aircraft by 2029.
Amsterdam Schiphol has opened its largest Privium lounge, adding premium facilities for travellers with dedicated workspaces, dining, relaxation and wellness services.
India has issued a Qatar travel advisory urging Indian nationals to follow local safety guidelines, monitor flight updates and check official travel information.
Rixos Al Mairid Ras Al Khaimah has strengthened its executive leadership team with the appointment of Ismail Alcay as General Manager and Bilgehan Ay as Director of Revenue as the beachfront resort prepares for its next phase of operational and commercial growth. The appointments place experienced international hospitality executives at the centre of the property’s
Leisure Hotels Group is strengthening Uttarakhand’s luxury wellness tourism landscape with the introduction of Viraam Spa, a signature wellness concept designed to combine personalised therapies, traditional Indian practices and destination-inspired experiences across key resorts in the Himalayan state. The concept is being introduced at properties including The Naini Retreat in Nainital, Aloha On The Ganges
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing international tourism as the UK, Singapore, Italy and other major destinations strengthen digital travel systems designed around smarter and increasingly personalised visitor experiences. The transformation is moving beyond automated booking tools. Governments, tourism authorities and businesses are exploring AI for visitor services, destination management, tourism data, workforce productivity and personalised
Vietnam is accelerating its transition toward smart tourism as artificial intelligence, shared data platforms and immersive digital technology increasingly influence how visitors discover destinations, explore heritage attractions and interact with hospitality businesses. Hanoi is emerging as an important centre of that transformation. Authorities are moving away from fragmented digital projects toward interconnected data ecosystems supporting
Australia and New Zealand are pushing artificial intelligence deeper into their tourism strategies as both countries prepare for a future where travellers increasingly discover destinations, hotels and experiences through AI-powered planning systems. Australia has made engagement with machines, algorithms and AI systems an immediate priority within its Tourism 2035 strategy. New Zealand, meanwhile, has committed
Tokyo’s hospitality landscape is preparing for a notable change as Keio Presso Inn Kanda will permanently end operations on September 13, 2026, removing a long-established accommodation option from one of the Japanese capital’s most conveniently connected central districts. Keio Corporation and Keio Presso Inn officially confirmed that guests checking out on September 13 will be
Mexico’s Riviera Maya is entering another major phase of hospitality investment as Hotel Xcaret Mexico prepares for further expansion while international hotel groups and established luxury resorts strengthen their presence across the Caribbean destination. According to the development plans provided, Hotel Xcaret Mexico is expected to begin another expansion phase in 2027, adding approximately 600
Curaçao is strengthening its position in the Caribbean luxury tourism market as Baoase Luxury Resort gains greater international recognition and highlights the island’s growing appeal among travellers seeking privacy, personalised hospitality and experience-led holidays. Located close to Willemstad, Baoase represents a boutique approach to high-end Caribbean hospitality. Its private lagoon environment, luxury villas, personalised services
