Travel Industry News Page 12
The Hari Singapore to Open in 2027
Harilela Hotels has set its sights on Singapore as the third home for its acclaimed hotel brand The Hari, complementing the existing properties in London and Hong Kong. The spring 2027 opening will see the Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre transformed into a luxury 326-bedroom hotel featuring a rooftop pool, executive lounge, dining and wellness experiences, and the brand’s signature revolving rota of artwork.
Aditya Saluja Appointed Commercial Director – mSpa and Wellness
Minor Hotels is strengthening its global wellness strategy with the appointment of Aditya Saluja as Commercial Director – mSpa & Wellness, reinforcing its commitment to delivering state-of-the-art spa and wellness experiences across its portfolio.
From City Heat to Island Bliss: CROSSROADS Maldives Invites GCC Travellers to Return to Paradise
Kicking off the summer holiday season, SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection by Hilton and Hard Rock Hotel Maldives invite GCC residents to swap the desert heat for the turquoise calm of the Indian Ocean with the newly extended offers designed around the region’s love of effortless luxury, privacy, family-friendly flexibility and seamless weekend travel. Created exclusively for the GCC and Türkiye markets, the offers elevate short stays with a suite of benefits designed around regional travel preferences
A SUMMER OF WELLBEING AT MANDARIN ORIENTAL JUMEIRA, DUBAI
Framed by views of the Arabian Gulf and Dubai's coastline, Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai welcomes the summer season with a collection of wellness experiences designed to support relaxation, restoration and overall wellbeing. From dedicated spa days and advanced facial therapies to targeted body treatments and innovative wellness technologies, the summer offering provides an opportunity to pause, recharge and embrace a renewed sense of balance throughout the season.
Arcube and ImpersonAlly win TravelTech Show Trailblazer Awards 2026
Arcube and ImpersonAlly are the winners of this year’s TravelTech Show Trailblazer Awards 2026, which took place this morning after a fierce ‘Dragons’ Den’ style showcase of travel technology innovation. Based in Manchester, Arcube is a travel-tech platform giving airlines access to 16+ ancillary products through a single integration.
Emirates, EPCR and the Kolisi Foundation launch the Emirates Nourishment Programme
Emirates, European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR), and the Kolisi Foundation have launched the Emirates Nourishment Programme, a long-term initiative designed to ensure that thousands of children start every school day with a nutritious breakfast, giving them a stronger foundation to learn, develop and thrive.
easyJet announces two new routes from London Southend to Lyon and Sharm el-Sheikh
easyJet has announced two new routes between London Southend Airport and Lyon and Sharm el-Sheikh, further strengthening its network and providing customers in Essex and the wider South East with even greater choice for winter travel. Flights are on sale from today, with services to Lyon set to commence on 3 December 2026, operating twice a week on Thursdays and Sundays. Flights to Sharm el-Sheikh will begin on 4 January 2027, operating twice a week on Mondays and Fridays.
Regulator warns of potentially deadly threat posed by over 100 million incorrectly packed batteries
Passengers are being told to “pack right for a safe flight”. The UK Civil Aviation Authority is warning passengers that while flying is very safe there is a rising risk from lithium batteries on planes. Rechargeable lithium batteries, such as power banks and vapes, can bring a fire risk that could be uncontrollable if packed in checked baggage. Ahead of the big summer getaway where over 60 million people are expected to be flying, the UK Civil Aviation Authority is telling all passengers to “pack right for a safe flight” by taking their batteries in the cabin with them.
The Standard, Brussels Joins World of Hyatt, Expanding The Standard’s Global Loyalty Offering
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced The Standard, Brussels officially joins World of Hyatt, Hyatt’s award-winning global loyalty program. The milestone marks a significant step in the continued integration of The Standard brand into Hyatt’s global ecosystem, further expanding access to its culturally driven hotels for a growing base of loyalty members worldwide. The Standard, Brussels is the first Hyatt hotel in Belgium.
Agoda rolls out suite of new features focused on real-time updates and smarter trip planning
Digital travel platform Agoda today announced a series of new features designed to help travelers plan and manage their trips with greater confidence. The latest updates include real-time flight visibility, an enhanced hotel browser, and AI-powered tools that make choosing the right property faster and more intuitive.
Australia’s newest Dark Sky Reserve in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland launches stargazing packages
The Sunshine Coast Hinterland has been confirmed as Queensland’s first Dark Sky Reserve, and only the second in Australia, making it now a premier destination both during the day and at night. In June 2026, a Dark Sky Reserve was established across 870 square kilometres of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, making it one of the most accessible places in Australia to stargaze.
Minos Palace Resort, Crete, Unveils New Infinity Lagoon Suites
Following resort renovations in 2025 that included the introduction of the Nao Longevity Hub, Greece’s must-visit wellness destination, Minos Palace Resort in Crete is delighted to now unveil the new Infinity Lagoon Suites for summer 2026.