Marriott International, Inc. announced an exceptional year of growth across Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) in 2025 with more than 230 organic signings representing over 31,000 rooms. Marriott also added 170 properties and nearly 24,000 rooms across EMEA last year, contributing to a 7.8% net rooms growth in the region. “2025 was another strong year for Marriott International in EMEA defined by strategic expansion and segment-wide momentum across the region,” said Satya Anand, President, Europe, Middle East & Africa, Marriott International. “We continued to grow our portfolio with purpose by expanding into new destinations, scaling our brands thoughtfully and offering even more diverse experiences for our guests and Marriott Bonvoy members. Our robust growth is a testament to the dedication of our teams and the trust of our owners, and we remain committed to shaping the future of travel in the region.”

Group travel is on the rise, but if the thought of crossing the globe with a group of strangers feels a little daunting, WeRoad’s new Weekend trips offer a gentler way to test the waters, allowing travellers to make the most of limited annual leave.

Shortly before the start of ITB Berlin from 3 to 5 March 2026, the international travel industry is sending a clear signal: year-on-year, international trips worldwide rose by four per cent in 2025. The latest findings of the World Travel Monitor® by IPK International confirm the continuing upward trend of recent years, and that increases are back in single digits. The strong growth rates in international tourism are approaching pre-pandemic levels again.

OurAfrica.Travel is Africa's only digital trade show, and has, since its inception during the 2020 lockdown, been all about collaborations and partnerships in the spirit of Ubuntu – driven by a desire to support the greater good of the whole African tourism community in an affordable, inclusive way.

Set along the rice fields and riverbanks of western Bhutan, andBeyond Punakha River Lodge occupies a space where the land itself seems to exhale. The design, as well as the tempo, of this elegant lodge and its setting is intentional, inviting guests to inhabit the stillness between things. It is here, in this valley shaped by water, prayer and centuries of transformation, that a renewed and expanded wellness journey unfolds in 2026.

Minor Hotels, a leading global hotel owner and operator, is introducing its world-renowned luxury Anantara brand to Australia with the signing of Anantara Perth Hotel. The announcement marks a pivotal expansion for the company, bringing Anantara’s celebrated Thai-inspired hospitality to one of Australia’s fastest‑growing capital cities.