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Airport lounges in Rome, London, Vienna, Istanbul and Munich rank among the world’s top 20 independent lounges in 2026. Rome Fiumicino’s Plaza Premium Lounge leads the European entries at second worldwide, while Heathrow’s Terminal 4 Plaza Premium Lounge ranks fourth. Vienna Lounge places 12th, followed by Istanbul Airport’s iGA Lounge in 17th and Munich Airport’s
Vietnam Airlines has signed cooperation agreements with Visa and Amazon Web Services (AWS) to develop a more connected passenger journey. The agreements, announced on September 24, cover payments, loyalty, artificial intelligence, cloud technology, data and inflight connectivity. For travellers, the ambition extends beyond buying a ticket. Vietnam’s Civil Aviation Authority says the initiative aims to
United Airlines’ planned Airbus A321XLR fleet could expand nonstop travel between the United States and Europe. The long-range, single-aisle aircraft gives the carrier another option for routes where a larger jet may offer too many seats. United has ordered 50 A321XLR aircraft. Its plans position the jet for transatlantic flying as the airline renews its
Global business travel optimism has climbed to 63% as companies anticipate stronger travel activity, spending and growth heading into 2027.
US aviation sanctions are disrupting Iran flights, pushing thousands of travellers towards congested and increasingly costly overland routes through neighbouring countries.
Edinburgh Airport announces a £500m expansion to transform its terminal, add new gates and strengthen Scotland’s international connectivity.
STARLUX Airlines strengthens its India presence by appointing InterGlobe Air Transport as its exclusive passenger and cargo GSA, boosting connectivity and market reach.
Minor Hotels and Paraguay’s Grupo Petra have signed two agreements that will bring a 116-room NH hotel to Asunción and create a framework for further projects. The four-star hotel is expected to open in late 2029. One agreement covers management of the planned hotel. The other allows Grupo Petra to identify and develop opportunities that
Historic monasteries, castles and country estates offer European hospitality developers a different path from building in established city centres. Barcelona’s accommodation controls show how tightly some urban markets manage new visitor beds, while Portugal’s REVIVE programme actively offers historic public properties for tourism use. The contrast creates an opportunity for heritage hotels in regional destinations.
Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora has received two Michelin Keys for the second consecutive year, reinforcing its place in French Polynesia’s luxury hotel sector. The 2026 recognition places the private island resort among five properties in the destination awarded Michelin Keys. For travellers comparing premium stays, the distinction offers an independent assessment of the hotel
Traveltek has named Cressida Sergeant its next chief executive officer, effective October 1, 2026. The appointment places its current chief commercial officer in charge as the UK travel technology company pursues further international growth. Sergeant has spent eight years at Traveltek and helped reshape its commercial approach. Her work has supported expansion in North America,
SiteMinder has unveiled an AI-powered Dynamic Commerce Engine designed to help hotels find revenue opportunities across pricing and room distribution. The system will identify commercial problems, recommend changes and carry out approved actions when it goes live over the coming months. The launch addresses a practical challenge for accommodation providers. A hotel may offer the
