A New Era Begins at Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus Hilton unveils the reimagined Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus, marking a bold step forward for Istanbul’s most iconic hotel overlooking the Bosphorus. As the longest serving Hilton hotel outside of the Americas, the hotel’s transformation reflects how Hilton is redefining hospitality for today’s traveller and builds on seven decades of history as Istanbul’s original international host. #New #Era #Begins #Hilton #Istanbul

WK Management Consulting GmbH acquires Little Guest brand WK Management Consulting GmbH (WKMC) is proud to announce the acquisition of the Little Guest brand and digital assets, strengthening its position in the family travel market. Little Guest is a leading marketing and lead generation platform dedicated to child-friendly hotels and destinations worldwide, connecting the world’s finest child-friendly properties with the discerning families who belong in them, helping guests to discover, compare, and book directly with the hotels themselves. #Management #Consulting #GmbH #acquires #Little

Why regional, in-person trade engagement matters more than ever Across the cruise sector and wider travel industry, one thing is becoming increasingly clear: in a world of digital tools, virtual training and AI-powered content, face-to-face connection still drives the strongest commercial results. Travel remains a relationship business, and nowhere is that more evident than in how we support and engage our agent partners - or as we call them at Virgin Voyages, our First Mates. #Why #regional #person #trade #engagement

EU tightens rules for Brits travelling to Europe with pets The EU has moved to tighten rules on pet passports, closing a loophole that has been used by many British second-home owners since Brexit. #tightens #rules #for #Brits #travelling

Ethiopian Airlines Converts Options of Six Boeing 787 Dreamliner Airplanes into Firm Orders Boeing and Ethiopian Airlines announced today the purchase of six 787 Dreamliner jets as the airline fully exercises commitments from its 2023 landmark order. Ethiopian Airlines will use the 787-9 jets to expand its intercontinental network from Addis Ababa and increase cargo capacity as demand for long-haul travel continues to rise. #Ethiopian #Airlines #Converts #Options #Six

Phocuswright Unveils Phocuswright Europe 2026 Program Phocuswright today announced the program for Phocuswright Europe 2026, highlighting a curated agenda shaped by the priorities, pressures and opportunities defining the travel industry today. Designed for senior leaders across the global travel ecosystem, the conference will convene executives, innovators and strategists to exchange perspective, challenge assumptions and engage in the conversations shaping the future of travel. #Phocuswright #Unveils #Phocuswright #Europe #2026

What I Saw Crossing Into South Lebanon Our visual journalist David Guttenfelder traveled with displaced people returning to their homes in southern Lebanon, as a cease-fire paused the fighting between Israel and Hezbollah. #What #Saw #Crossing #Into #South

Guatemala launches travel trade training platform: Guatemala Insider The Guatemala Tourism Institute (INGUAT) has announced the launch of Guatemala Insider, a new online travel trade training platform, developed in partnership with Equator Global and Travel Uni, and designed to support travel professionals inselling Guatemala to their clients. #Guatemala #launches #travel #trade #training

US Labor Secretary Lori Chevez-Deremer leaves Trump Cabinet US Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-Deremer has resigned amid misconduct allegations, as a months-long investigation into claims involving her and senior aides nears its conclusion. The probe stems from a whistleblower’s accusations of professional misconduct, including an alleged affair with a member of her security team and the use of department resources for personal travel. #Labor #Secretary #Lori #Chevez #Deremer

'Stone age' ticket system preventing travellers in Europe from taking trains Popular flight routes around Europe are almost impossible for passengers to book by train because of a "stone age" ticketing system, a new report has found as the EU is set to unveil plans for it single ticket system. #Stone #age #ticket #system #preventing

#LETSGETLOSTWITHWIZZ: WIN A SEAT ON WIZZ AIR’S MYSTERY GETAWAY Wizz Air, London’s local airline, is giving British travellers the chance to swap predictable holidays for something far less expected, with the return of its Let’s Get Lost campaign. A select group of 30 winners will board a flight departing from London Luton Airport on Saturday 9 May to a destination that will remain a secret until arrival. #LETSGETLOSTWITHWIZZ #WIN #SEAT #WIZZ #AIRS

Tube strikes set to hit London from April 21, disruption is expected beyond the strike period BTN caught up with James Dow, UK General Manager at Blacklane, on how commuters and visitors can navigate the disruption - particularly when it comes to time-sensitive journeys like airport transfers, events and meetings. His advice focuses on how people can reduce risk and stay mobile during widespread network shutdowns, rather than simply avoid travel altogether. #Tube #strikes #set #hit #London

Cruise.co.uk launches new Florida and Caribbean package Online travel specialist cruise.co. #Cruisecouk #launches #new #Florida #and

A New Apple C.E.O. Also, JD Vance is set to travel to Pakistan for peace talks. Here’s the latest at the end of Monday. #New #Apple #CEO

Cultural drivers are no longer just inspiring travel—it is directly driving booking behavior Cultural drivers are no longer just inspiring travel—it is directly driving booking behavior, with measurable spikes linked to films, series and concerts, according to Civitatis booking trends and recent industry data. A recent surge in global interest in South Korea following the cultural impact of KPop Demon Hunters reflects a broader structural shift: travelers are increasingly choosing destinations based on what they watch, listen to and engage with digitally. #Cultural #drivers #are #longer #just

Prague as a hub of global tourism. The capital hosts Czechia Travel Trade Day 2026 For two days, Prague is transforming into a vibrant hub of global tourism. On 20 and 21 April, it is hosting the largest incoming tourism event in Czechia — Czechia Travel Trade Day 2026, organised annually by the Czech Tourist Authority — CzechTourism, this year in cooperation with Prague City Tourism and regional tourism organisations. #Prague #hub #global #tourism #The

How will the jet fuel crisis hit travellers in Austria? Aviation experts around the world have been sounding the alarm over the jet fuel crisis sparked by conflict in the Middle East, with some airlines planning to cancel flights or raise the price of tickets. How will it affect air travel in Austria? #How #will #the #jet #fuel

ROCCO FORTE HOTELS LAUNCHES THE GRAND EUROPEAN GOLF TOUR Rocco Forte Hotels introduces The Grand European Golf Tour, a curated collection of golf experiences across their European destinations, created in partnership with Golf Travel Centre. Guests can combine stays at Rocco Forte’s celebrated hotels with play at Europe’s most prestigious courses, all within easy reach of the properties. #ROCCO #FORTE #HOTELS #LAUNCHES #THE

61% of travel business surveyed experimenting with or scaling agentic AI All indications are that 2026 will be the year of agentic AI, succinctly defined as gen AI that can accomplish real-world tasks rather than simply outputting content. Agentic AI is already playing a key role in next-generation automation within companies, increasing productivity and reducing costs. #travel #business #surveyed #experimenting #with

Trump says US delegation will travel to Islamabad on Monday, Iran declines talks Iran is not currently planning to attend the next round of talks with the US, which has announced that it would send a team of negotiators to Pakistan on Monday, Iranian state television reported on Sunday. #Trump #says #delegation #will #travel

Etihad elevates premium cabins on flights to Mumbai and New Delhi Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has elevated its premium travel experience across all flights connecting Abu Dhabi to Mumbai and New Delhi, both operating four times daily. The airline will introduce its game-changing Airbus A321LR twice daily to both Mumbai and New Delhi, which will complement two daily wide-body services connecting Abu Dhabi to each city. #Etihad #elevates #premium #cabins #flights

Etihad Airways Makes Travelling with Pets More Accessible Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is making it more accessible for guests to travel with their cats and dogs, introducing a special promotional offer for its existing Pets Onboard service while continuing to deliver the care, comfort and safety that define the Etihad travel experience. Already the only airline in the UAE to offer guests the option to travel with pets in the cabin, Etihad continues to evolve the service in response to growing demand from travellers who wish to bring important members of the family when they fly. #Etihad #Airways #Makes #Travelling #with

dnata showcases live microfarm spotlighting fresh culinary innovation at WTCE dnata Catering & Retail exhibits a live microfarm installation at the World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo (WTCE), offering visitors a tangible demonstration of how freshness, sustainability and culinary creativity are shaping the next phase of onboard dining. Inspired by dnata’s catering facility in Melbourne, the microfarm enables culinary teams to cultivate selected herbs onsite for use in menu development. #dnata #showcases #live #microfarm #spotlighting

THE RITZ-CARLTON OʻAHU, TURTLE BAY ANNOUNCES NEW SUMMER PROGRAMMING As Oʻahu continues its recovery following recent events, The Ritz-Carlton O’ahu, Turtle Bay welcomes travelers to experience a summer of exploration and adventure on the North Shore. #THE #RITZ #CARLTON #OʻAHU #TURTLE

ATLAS OCEAN VOYAGES UNVEILS SUITE COLLECTION FOR ATLAS ADVENTURER Atlas Ocean Voyages today unveils the suite collection for Atlas Adventurer, the world’s first luxury expedition sailing yacht, introducing a new expression of exploration that reinterprets the elegance of ocean travel for today’s traveler. Designed at the intersection of sustainability and sophistication, the yacht introduces an all-suite accommodation concept that pairs expansive, residential-style living with next-generation maritime innovation, inviting today’s global traveler to experience the spirit of an iconic age through a distinctly modern lens. #ATLAS #OCEAN #VOYAGES #UNVEILS #SUITE

Spring Airlines Joins DerbySoft’s Global Data Network for Flights DerbySoft, an innovative global technology company dedicated to accelerating travel commerce, today announced that Spring Airlines, China’s largest and best performing low-cost carriers (LCC) in China, has joined DerbySoft’s Global Data Network (GDN) for Flights—a next-generation flight distribution model that transforms the traditional hub-and-spoke model into a true network of direct connections among all participants. #Spring #Airlines #Joins #DerbySofts #Global

'Totally unfair' that EU countries making money on energy crunch: Former EU commissioner Breton Our guest in this show is known for crossing swords with the Trump administration on the regulation of big tech and, more recently, for actually coming under a US travel ban. Thierry Breton was the EU Commissioner for the Internal Market from 2019 to 2024, when he had a major role in driving forward the Digital Services Act and the Digital Markets Act. #Totally #unfair #that #countries #making

World Food Travel Association Launches World Culinary Heritage Day With globalization, industrial standardization, and shifting consumer habits placing traditional foodways under mounting pressure, the World Food Travel Association (WFTA) today launched World Culinary Heritage Day — an annual global observance, held each April 18, dedicated to celebrating and safeguarding the food traditions that define communities, identities, and destinations worldwide. The observance evolves from World Food Travel Day, which the WFTA has organized for eight years. #World #Food #Travel #Association #Launches

Discover this year’s trending summer travel destinations and activities Google Flights and Search trends told us what’s on everyone’s mind this year as it relates to summer travel. #Discover #this #years #trending #summer

The Future of Water Transport: 2026 SeaBubbles H2 Full Review! 🌊🚀 #seabubbles #h2 #hydrogen #futuretech #hydrofoil #2026boats #sustainable #luxurytravel #cleantech #flyingboat The water transport revolution is here with the 2026 SeaBubbles H2. Combining Hydrogen Fuel Cell technology with advanced Hydrofoils, this "flying taxi" offers a silent, zero-emission journey across the water. #The #Future #Water #Transport #2026

7 ways to travel smarter this summer, with help from Google The latest tools from Google can help you plan trips, find a great deal and explore your next destination. #ways #travel #smarter #this #summer

Danish travel companies claim fuel shortages 'no threat' to summer holidays Danish travel companies have rejected reports that a lack of jet fuel poses a risk to Danish flights in the coming months, writing that travellers from Danish airports have "nothing to worry about". #Danish #travel #companies #claim #fuel

How soon could jet fuel shortages ground flights in Europe? The risk of jet fuel shortages in Europe grows each day the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, although it isn't clear when exactly supplies will run out and what that will mean for travellers. #How #soon #could #jet #fuel

Erling Haaland & Vinicius Júnior Front New Marriott Bonvoy and Visa ‘For Fans, Everywhere’ Campaign As the FIFA World Cup™ returns to North America for the first time in more than three decades, Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s award‑winning travel platform, and Visa, a global leader in digital payments, today announced their joint global campaign: For Fans, Everywhere. Anchored by two iconic football stars known for their strong connection to fans, the campaign pays tribute to the passion of those who cross borders, never miss a kickoff, and live and breathe the beautiful game. #Erling #Haaland #amp #Vinicius #Júnior

Could the Iran war ground European air travel this summer? | DW News Nearly seven weeks after the start of the war on Iran, airlines are raising the alarm as jet fuel shortages start to bite. Already smallers cities are starting to feel the supply pinch. #Could #the #Iran #war #ground

Taiwan Tourism Administration Highlights Taiwan’s Growing Importance as Asia’s Cruise Gateway The Taiwan Tourism Administration (TTA) is highlighting Taiwan’s growing role as Asia’s cruise gateway at Seatrade Cruise Global 2026, promoting the destination under its international tourism brand, “Taiwan – Waves of Wonder,” as a strategic hub for regional cruise itineraries and fly-cruise travel. Building on this brand platform, TTA is also introducing “Taiwan 100 Ways” as a new framework for showcasing the island’s breadth of travel experiences through diverse themes, immersive journeys, and shareable moments. #Taiwan #Tourism #Administration #Highlights #Taiwans

ATTA® Welcomes statistics revealing Africa as one of the world’s fastest growing regions Virginia Messina, Group CEO of ATTA® said: “WTTC’s latest Economic Impact Research reinforces Africa as a major global player within travel and tourism, and one of the fastest growing regions following Asia and the Middle East. “International visitor spending to Africa was up by 5% in 2025 and the continent is outperforming mature markets like Europe (+1. #ATTA #Welcomes #statistics #revealing #Africa

New Amadeus report finds personalisation can drive hospitality revenue Some 74 per cent of travellers say they want their trips to be personalised, and the results suggest that if modern retailing opportunities like room attributes are pitched strategically, they can deliver significant returns #New #Amadeus #report #finds #personalisation

Pope Leo heads to Cameroon with message of peace as separatists announce 3-day truce Pope Leo XIV will touch down in Cameroon Wednesday for the next stop on his 11-day apostolic journey across Africa. Separatist groups in the English-speaking west declared a three-day ceasefire to allow the pontiff to travel to the conflict-ridden region. #Pope #Leo #heads #Cameroon #with

TLC Jet Partners with American Airlines to Bring Exclusive Rewards and Seamless Travel Flexibility TLC Jet, a leading private aviation charter provider renowned for providing the smartest way to fly private, today announced a partnership with American Airlines. This collaboration integrates American’s award-winning AAdvantage® program, enabling TLC Jet clients who are AAdvantage® members to earn AAdvantage® miles and Loyalty Points when flying private with TLC Jet. #TLC #Jet #Partners #with #American

VIDEOS: WTM Africa 2026 BTN delivers exclusive video interviews from WTM Africa 2026, one of the leading B2B travel and tourism events on the continent, bringing together top buyers, exhibitors, and industry decision-makers from across Africa and around the world. Influential leaders and senior executives share expert insights into regional and global travel trends, sustainable tourism development, digital innovation, investment and partnership opportunities, destination growth strategies, and the evolving frameworks shaping the future of the African travel marketplace. #VIDEOS #WTM #Africa #2026

Louis Vuitton adds Berlin to Travel Book collection The French fashion label is expanding its literary series with a new sketchbook devoted to the city, illustrated by Croatian artist Miroslav Sekulić-Struja. #Louis #Vuitton #adds #Berlin #Travel

One Planet Group Announces $50M in Initial Investment to Launch Quite Remarkable One Planet Group, a closely held private equity firm that owns and operates a portfolio of technology and media businesses, today announced the upcoming launch of Quite Remarkable, a new travel and lifestyle company built to redefine the standards of modern luxury through technology, service, one-of-a kind properties, experiences and intentional design. The platform is slated for initial launch in Fall 2026. #One #Planet #Group #Announces #50M

Cycling Tour Ready: The Essential Gear Guide for First-Time Riders Cycling tourism has grown far beyond hardcore riders chasing mountain passes and personal records. More people now see cycling tours for what they really are: a rewarding way to travel, slow down, cover real ground, and experience places more closely than you ever could from a car or bus window. #Cycling #Tour #Ready #The #Essential

I decided to learn Swahili before my next safari vacation to East Africa. Was it worth it? When preparing for her latest visit to Kenya and Tanzania, travel writer and Afrophile Emma Gregg took a crash course in Swahili. What difference does learning a language—or a few words of it—make to a trip? #decided #learn #Swahili #before #next

INSIDIOUS OUT OF THE FURTHER Trailer (4K ULTRA HD) 2026 Trailer for Insidious Out Of The Further in 4K ULTRA HD Quality In Insidious: Out of the Further, Amelia Eve stars as Gemma, a young mother raising her daughter in the house she grew up in who discovers she can travel into The Further, the purgatorial realm of lost souls at the heart of the Insidious universe. When something evil comes after her, Gemma discovers an ability that changes everything: she doesn’t just enter The Further, she can bring what lives there back to the real world. #INSIDIOUS #OUT #THE #FURTHER #Trailer

TRAVEL & TOURISM SEES BEST YEAR EVER AND EMERGES AS THE WORLD’S FASTEST GROWING SECTOR Travel & Tourism has strengthened its position as the world’s fastest-growing sector in 2025, with new data from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Chase Travel, Lead Research Partner, revealing the sector significantly outpaced global economic growth. According to WTTC’s latest Economic Impact Research (EIR), Travel & Tourism’s global GDP contribution reached arecord US$11. #TRAVEL #amp #TOURISM #SEES #BEST

Travel to and from Germany disrupted by back to back Lufthansa strikes Pilots at Lufthansa were already on a two-day strike when the company's cabin crew workers announced another two-strike to follow. Why is Germany's biggest airline seeing so many strikes, and where are travellers affected? #Travel #and #from #Germany #disrupted

'I'm a travel agent - here's why you're wrong on five-star hotels' If you've ever spent your morning commute daydreaming about starting afresh with your career, this feature is for you. Each Monday, we speak to someone from a different profession to discover what it's really like. #travel #agent #heres #why #youre

ANNYEONG SEOUL! VIRGIN ATLANTIC TOUCHES DOWN IN SOUTH KOREA Virgin Atlantic has touched down in Seoul, South Korea, marking the launch of its new daily service between London Heathrow and Incheon International Airport, opening up a vibrant new destination for UK travellers. Today’s VS208 was met on the tarmac in Incheon with celebrations alongside Corneel Koster, Chief Executive Officer, Virgin Atlantic, representatives from Incheon International Airport Corporation and the Korea Tourism Organisation. #ANNYEONG #SEOUL #VIRGIN #ATLANTIC #TOUCHES

Disney Springs® Resort Area Hotels Extend Special Spring Rate Starting At $92 Travelers seeking a Disney spring fling can find special rates starting at $92 per night plus tax, available to book and stay now through June 30, at Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels. #Disney #Springs #Resort #Area #Hotels

Omio launches in ChatGPT, bringing its real-time multimodal travel search to 900 million users Omio, the world’s leading multimodal travel platform, has today announced the launch of its ChatGPT app to enable passengers to search and compare travel options in real time through conversational AI. The launch represents a key step in Omio’s ambition to become a leading AI-native platform. #Omio #launches #ChatGPT #bringing #its