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Emirates Skywards has expanded beyond air travel with the launch of Skywards Rail, allowing loyalty programme members to redeem Miles for train tickets across more than 12,000 European destinations. The new platform provides access to over 40 rail operators across 12 European countries. Members can book domestic, international, regional, airport and high-speed train services through […]
Cambridge South station recorded more than 110,000 passenger journeys during its first month, demonstrating immediate demand for direct rail access to the Cambridge Biomedical Campus and wider UK transport network. The £250 million station entered public service on June 28, 2026. It now serves thousands of employees, patients, researchers, students and visitors travelling to one
India is advancing plans for an indigenous high-speed rail signalling framework as Indian Railways prepares to expand bullet train connectivity beyond the country’s first Mumbai–Ahmedabad corridor. The proposed Bharat Train Control System, or BTCS, is intended to provide India with greater control over the critical technology used to supervise high-speed train movements. It could support
Italy, Germany, Spain and other major tourism markets converged in Shanghai for ITB China 2026, presenting artificial intelligence, customised journeys, premium experiences and market intelligence as central drivers of future global travel growth. Held from May 26 to 28 at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center, the business-to-business travel exhibition welcomed more than
Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Koh Samui is strengthening its position within Thailand’s luxury tourism market through a seasonal programme combining premium beauty, gastronomy, entertainment and beachfront wellness. Located on Lipa Noi Beach, the resort is partnering with Lancaster Beauty, Bangkok restaurant Fatboy Izakaya and Roxy Thailand to offer experiences extending beyond conventional accommodation. The
Spain, the Dominican Republic, China and the United States are emerging as key testing grounds for a new generation of hotels designed around wellness, flexible work and longer stays. Meliá Hotels International’s Zel, Hilton Garden Inn’s Gen A concept and Marriott’s StudioRes brand illustrate how major hotel groups are moving beyond traditional accommodation categories. Their
Oregon’s hospitality pipeline is gathering momentum as wellness retreats, international hotel brands, extended-stay properties and mixed-use developments prepare to add new accommodation across the state. CASCADA Bend has emerged as one of the most distinctive projects in the pipeline. The 68-room thermal-wellness retreat has entered construction, with an opening targeted for 2028. Meanwhile, Toyoko Inn
Vietjet has entered a new stage of international growth after securing three honours at the Korea Consumer Awards 2026, including its first Best Hybrid Airline title. The Vietnamese carrier also received the Best Inflight Food Experience and Service Excellence Award. The achievement marks Vietjet’s second consecutive year of recognition at the annual South Korean awards.
Europe’s aviation landscape is changing rapidly as airlines redirect aircraft toward lower-cost airports, emerging destinations and markets offering stronger passenger demand. Bratislava has become one of the clearest beneficiaries, while neighbouring Vienna faces pressure from changing airline strategies. Meanwhile, Cyprus and several Mediterranean aviation markets are navigating geopolitical disruption, rising operating costs and increasingly selective
Jazeera Airways has expanded its Kuwait–Amman flights to three daily services, creating a major summer connectivity boost for families, students, tourists and business travellers moving between Kuwait and Jordan. All the airline’s Amman operations now use Amman City Airport, identified by the airport code ADJ. The airport’s location close to central Amman gives passengers a
European aviation delivered one of the strongest performances in the global passenger market during June 2026, as international traffic remained resilient and demand for Europe–Asia flights surged by 11%. The International Air Transport Association reported that worldwide passenger demand fell 1.7% compared with June 2025. However, international demand carried by European airlines increased by 1.5%,
OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels has launched its Mid-Year BULA Sale 2026, offering new savings and added benefits at two of Fiji’s leading island properties as competition for international resort travellers continues to intensify. The campaign provides savings of up to 30% at OUTRIGGER Fiji Beach Resort. Castaway Island, Fiji is offering an all-meals package with
