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PRINCESS SENSES THE MANGROVE TO REOPEN FEB. 1, CELEBRATING JAMAICA'S RESILIENCE
Princess Hotels & Resorts Jamaica is excited to announce that Princess Senses The Mangrove will once again welcome guests on Feb. 1, 2026, a moment that reflects both the resort's readiness and the strong forward momentum Jamaica continues to experience as one of the Caribbean's leading destinations.
Tripadvisor Trendcast 2026 Introduces The Year of Meaningful Travel Experiences
Tripadvisor®, the world's largest travel guidance platform, today announced the launch of its second annual Trendcast report, exploring the trends defining travel this year. Informed by Tripadvisor's global insights, the 2026 Trendcast is based on search, booking and behavioral data, along with user generated content from the platform's more than one billion reviews and contributions.
Chiva-Som Hua Hin Welcomes 2026 With a Year-Long Celebration of Holistic Wellbeing
With a history spanning more than 2,500 years, Traditional Thai Medicine is a holistic healing system centred on harmony between the body, mind, and environment. It has been embedded in Chiva-Som Hua Hin's offering since the resort's inception and remains fundamental to its integrative approach to balancing physical, mental, and emotional health. Time-honoured treatments - including therapeutic bodywork, movement disciplines, and herbal remedies - are delivered by the resort's experienced certified TTM practitioner, drawing on the indigenous wisdom for which the country is renowned.
Eri Maldives Debuts as an Eco-Chic Lifestyle Island Resort
ERI Maldives , an eco-chic lifestyle island resort nestled in the pristine North Malé Atoll, welcomes guests after a comprehensive rebranding and renovation. With a beautiful house reef, turquoise waters, swaying palms, and a philosophy rooted in barefoot simplicity, Eri invites guests to experience a vibrant, unhurried island escape where connection, cultural richness, wellness-focused experiences and eco-conscious island living meet.
The Sarojin Launches Exceptional Summer 2026 Rates
For a limited time, luxury boutique resort The Sarojin in Thailand is offering exceptional summer rates for stays between May and October 2026, with bed and breakfast room rates from £145 per night*, or seven-night B&B package stays including flights from the UK from £1,549 per person, when booked by 16th February 2026.
AVENEW Development and Hilton Announce Waldorf Astoria Dubai Islands and Waldorf Astoria Residences
AVENEW Development, a Dubai-born real estate innovator, has signed an agreement with Hilton (NYSE: HLT) to open Waldorf Astoria Dubai Islands and Waldorf Astoria Residences Dubai Islands, introducing the iconic luxury brand to one of the city’s most anticipated coastal destinations.
United Expects Biggest Summer Yet at Chicago O'Hare, Growing to Record 750 Flights Per Day
United today announced it will reach 750 flights per day this summer from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 200 more than its next largest competitor and the largest schedule ever flown by any airline operating here. Throughout 2026, Chicago's hometown airline will offer nonstop service to 222 destinations – more than any other airline at ORD, and 38 more than its next largest competitor – including 47 international cities across Europe, Asia and South America as well as 175 U.S. destinations. Starting as early as April, and on sale January 29, the airline is strengthening connectivity across the Midwest with five new routes from ORD to cities including:
andBeyond evolves leadership structure to support global growth and long-term impact
As andBeyond rapidly expands across Africa, Asia and South America, our Scaling Impact 2030 ambition to help protect more of our world's irreplaceable places requires a leadership structure designed for global growth, specialist excellence and long-term impact. The updated structure, effective 01 March 2026, is designed around specialist focus, with dedicated leadership for world-class lodges, camps and yachts, and tailormade tour operations. This allows each area of the business to benefit from deep expertise while remaining fully integrated under the andBeyond brand.
Minor Hotels Announces First Signing Under its New Minor Reserve Collection Brand
Minor Hotels, a leading global hotel owner and operator, has announced the signing of the first property under its new luxury collection brand, Minor Reserve Collection. Slated to launch in 2028, Aventora Resort Baía Formosa, Minor Reserve Collection, will be located in Brazil’s Rio Grande do Norte in the northeast of the country, in an area recognised as a key destination for eco-tourism.
Zacatecas at FITUR 2026: Mexico’s “Pink Stone” World Heritage City courts culture and romance travel
At Madrid’s International Tourism Fair (FITUR), the Mexican state of Zacatecas presented itself as a heritage-driven destination with its signature pink-stone architecture and a year-round calendar designed to convert culture lovers and romance travelers.
Gastronomy, Culture and Safety: Mérida’s Winning Offer for World Cup Travelers
Mérida, the vibrant capital of Mexico’s Yucatán state, is staking its claim as one of the most compelling destinations for international visitors heading to the FIFA World Cup 2026. With its strategic location, exceptional connectivity, rich cultural offerings and world-class gastronomy, Mérida’s tourism leadership is pitching the city as an ideal 2- to 4-day complement to the excitement of the tournament.
Chihuahua bets on adventure and sports offerings at FITUR 2026
At the International Tourism Fair (FITUR) in Madrid, Spain, the Mexican state of Chihuahua is sharpening its pitch as an international hub for nature, adventure and extreme sports, anchored by the vast Barrancas del Cobre, or Copper Canyon. This multi-canyon system is four times bigger than the Grand Canyon and twice as deep.