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Going Solo in Peru: Luxury Stays, Community-Led Adventures, and Off-the-Beaten-Track Hikes

Going Solo in Peru: Luxury Stays, Community-Led Adventures, and Off-the-Beaten-Track Hikes

Recent ABTA travel research reveals that one in five adults now prioritise travelling alone, the highest proportion seen this decade. With independent exploration firmly on the agenda, this growing appetite for solo travel aligns perfectly with National Walking Month in May. From two routes spotlighted in Lonely Planet's Where to Go When: Hiking to experiences ranging from luxury stays across the country to journeys that support local communities, Peru emerges as an exceptional destination - both for solo adventurers and for travellers keen to indulge themselves.

The Route 66 Golf Trail - Launches April 30th!

The Route 66 Golf Trail - Launches April 30th!

The Route 66 Golf Trail, The World's Longest Golf Trail, will be unveiled at a news conference at LaFortune Park Golf Course on Thursday, April 30 at 10 a.m. "It is an honor to launch this permanent golf trail, celebrating the Centennial of Route 66 in 2026," said Gary Sparks, founder of the Route 66 Golf Trail." Playing these designated courses, as a bucket-list or golf road-trip, will create lasting memories for millions of golfers as they travel this iconic highway."

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH AMERICA250 AND UNVEILS INDEPENDENCE ONE

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH AMERICA250 AND UNVEILS INDEPENDENCE ONE

Southwest Airlines Co. celebrates the 250th anniversary of the nation's founding with the introduction of Independence One, a special new livery from the airline that is known for democratizing the skies. Independence One will join two additional Southwest® America-themed planes—Freedom One, which has been in the fleet since 2021, and Liberty One, a second newly-introduced aircraft painted in an American flag theme.

United Airlines Launches New Summer Flights to Split, Bari, Glasgow and Santiago De Compostela

United Airlines Launches New Summer Flights to Split, Bari, Glasgow and Santiago De Compostela

This week, United Airlines will kick off its summer schedule with service to new European destinations in Croatia, Italy, Scotland and Spain. The new routes begin launching April 30 — giving customers even more options to reach unique, culturally rich destinations across Europe. In 2026, United will offer up to 210 flights daily during peak travel times between the U.S. and 36 destinations in Europe including Greenland – including 14 that no other U.S. network carrier serves – giving travelers more options at the times they want to travel most.

OFF GRID UNVEILS A NEW STANDARD IN TRACKSIDE HOSPITALITY AT THE MIAMI GRAND PRIX 2026

OFF GRID UNVEILS A NEW STANDARD IN TRACKSIDE HOSPITALITY AT THE MIAMI GRAND PRIX 2026

Off Grid presents the most exclusive way to experience Miami Race Week, May 1 - 3, 2026. Off Grid Hospitality returns to the Miami Grand Prix with an unprecedented custom-built trackside environment, fueled by Imperial Moto, alongside premium cocktail service and luxury tasting experiences courtesy of Diageo Rare & Exceptional. Located at Turn 8, the suite is designed for a curated audience of like-minded racing enthusiasts and lovers of life who value experience and community above all else.

Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi’s Formula Rossa Achieves Guinness World Records™ Title

Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi’s Formula Rossa Achieves Guinness World Records™ Title

Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi has officially achieved a new Guinness World Records™ title for the Highest speed achieved by a rollercoaster launch for its iconic ride, Formula Rossa. The legendary attraction accelerates from 0 to 240 km/h in just 4.9 seconds in a single high-powered launch, setting a remarkable benchmark in rollercoaster engineering and further cementing its place in global theme park history. The park was named World's Leading Theme Park 2025 at last years World Travel Awards.

Boeing and SCAT Airlines Announce Order for Five 737 MAX Jets to Support Growth

Boeing and SCAT Airlines Announce Order for Five 737 MAX Jets to Support Growth

Boeing and SCAT Airlines today announced the carrier will expand its fleet and boost capacity with the fuel-efficient 737 MAX. The airline's previously unidentified order for five more 737-9 jets will support operational efficiency and expand longer-range single-aisle service, including more routes to Europe. SCAT also converted five 737-8 jets from a previous order to the larger 737-9

Fairfield by Marriott Celebrates the Opening of its 100th Hotel in Greater China

Fairfield by Marriott Celebrates the Opening of its 100th Hotel in Greater China

Fairfield by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary brands, today announced the opening of Fairfield by Marriott Chongqing Nan’an District, marking 100 hotels in Greater China and underscoring its continued growth momentum in the region. Nestled in the heart of Nan’an District in Chongqing, China’s famous “3D Magic City,” the hotel is designed to provide a warm and comfortable stay for both business and leisure travelers, bringing to life Fairfield’s “beauty of simplicity” through its signature heartfelt hospitality.