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Washington, DC will become a focal point for the future of American kidney care when the Renal Physicians Association brings nephrologists, practice leaders, healthcare administrators and industry professionals together for its 2026 Advocacy and Innovation Weekend on September 25–26. The two-day gathering at the Washington Marriott Capitol Hill will combine congressional advocacy with a full […]
Travel Tech Hub Day 2026 will bring travel executives, technology developers, investors and corporate mobility specialists to São Paulo on August 24, strengthening Brazil’s position in Latin America’s rapidly expanding digital tourism economy. The third edition will take place at the Tivoli Mofarrej hotel in São Paulo. Organisers describe it as Brazil’s largest travel technology
The United States is emerging as a major global meeting ground for travel technology in 2026, with influential conferences bringing together tourism leaders, technology developers, investors, airlines, hospitality companies and destination organisations. The Phocuswright Conference and GBTA Convention anchor this expanding calendar. However, events covering destination marketing, meetings technology and tourism leadership are also contributing
ITB Asia 2026 will strengthen its position within the international tourism industry by welcoming the Business Traveller Global & Regional Awards to Singapore for the first time. The prestigious ceremony will take place on October 21, 2026, at the Begonia Main Ballroom within the Sands Expo & Convention Centre. The event will bring together senior
The UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan and Egypt are strengthening the Middle East’s reputation for technology-led aviation as global baggage mishandling rates record one of their sharpest annual improvements. SITA’s latest baggage industry assessment shows that the rate of mishandled bags fell by 23% during 2025, even as worldwide passenger numbers reached
Iran and Oman have opened a formal diplomatic process concerning the future administration of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, placing renewed attention on energy security, maritime access and the potential cost pressures facing aviation and tourism across Europe. The two countries, which border the strategically vital waterway, have reaffirmed their commitment to safe passage
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.
Indonesia is accelerating plans to expand its national railway network toward 10,524 kilometres by 2030, creating new opportunities for tourism growth, regional mobility and economic development across the world’s largest archipelagic nation. The long-term railway strategy is designed to strengthen passenger travel, freight movement and urban transport while improving access beyond the country’s most established
Air Astana has expanded its seasonal leisure network with new nonstop flights from Astana and Almaty to Larnaca, giving travelers in Kazakhstan direct access to Cyprus during the peak summer season. The new services strengthen links between Central Asia and the Eastern Mediterranean while adding another beach-focused destination to the airline’s growing holiday portfolio. Flights
Etihad Airways will double its Abu Dhabi-Kabul service from 15 July 2026, adding a second daily flight in each direction as demand continues to rise. The expansion strengthens Abu Dhabi’s position as a regional aviation hub while giving travellers more choice for family visits, business trips and onward journeys across Etihad’s international network. The increase
Viking has expanded its European river cruise portfolio with a wide range of new shore excursions and fully guided land extensions, giving travelers more ways to explore Germany, Austria, Serbia, Slovakia, France, the Czech Republic, Italy, Croatia, Slovenia, Belgium, the Netherlands and Spain. The new experiences are now open for booking and include scenic Zeppelin
AirAsia X will return to London Gatwick on June 26, 2026, launching daily flights between Kuala Lumpur and the United Kingdom via Bahrain and reopening an important affordable long-haul travel corridor after more than a decade. The new service will operate with Airbus A330 aircraft, connecting Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Europe through a
