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EDITION and Sotheby’s Partner with DYNE to Offer a One-of-a-Kind Luxury Experience
EDITION Hotels, in partnership with Sotheby’s, has collaborated with innovative jewelry designer Sarah Ysabel Narici of DYNE to offer an exclusive lot highlighting the singular beauty of Lake Como. Verdant Reverie: The Gem of the Alps at The Lake Como EDITION will be offered in Sotheby’s Fine Jewelry auction – open for bidding from November 26 through December 11 during Sotheby’s inaugural Luxury Week auctions at the iconic Breuer building. Sharpening the ongoing collaboration between Luxury Group and Sotheby’s, this latest iteration furthers their shared mission to blur the boundaries between luxury travel and collectible art.
Future Hospitality Summit Saudi Arabia Marks Ninth Edition in Riyadh
The Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Saudi Arabia - the Kingdom’s most influential hospitality investment conference - will return to the Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah in Riyadh from 20-22 April 2026 following the success of this year’s event, which brought together over 1,100 global hospitality investors, innovators and senior decision-makers and facilitated 11 high-profile hotel signings and strategic announcements, reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s drive to deliver over 362,000 new hotel rooms by 2030 through its USD$10 billion tourism development pipeline as part of Vision 2030.
In Memoriam: Joan Templeman - The Heart Behind the Virgin Group Legacy
Joan Templeman, the beloved wife of Sir Richard Branson, passed away peacefully at the age of 80, leaving behind a profound legacy of love, resilience, and quiet strength that shaped one of the world’s most recognisable entrepreneurial families. Known for her warmth and wit as much as her steadfast loyalty, Joan was the emotional anchor of the Branson household for nearly five decades — a grounding presence through triumphs, tragedies, and the extraordinary global expansion of the Virgin Group.
How First-Time UK Travellers Navigate India’s E-Visa and Airport Immigration Flow
For many UK travellers booking tickets to India for the first time, the most critical preparation step is understanding how the e-visa system works and how airport immigration procedures unfold on arrival. India’s entry process is structured, document-heavy and very dependent on following instructions carefully. Knowing each stage—from online application to customs clearance—helps reduce delays and prevent avoidable complications.
Qiddiya City Announces the Opening of Its First Major Asset, Six Flags
Six Flags Qiddiya City, Saudi Arabia’s first-of-its-kind theme park and entertainment destination, will welcome visitors from the 31st December, 2025.
Game On in Paradise – Campioni Soccer Academy Returns to Kuramathi Maldives
Back by popular demand, Kuramathi Maldives – available exclusively through Kuoni in the UK - is thrilled to announce the return of Campioni Soccer Academy next Summer, a two-week celebration of sport, sunshine, and island spirit. Set against the turquoise backdrop of the Indian Ocean, Campioni transforms Kuramathi's pristine football pitch into a world-class training ground for aspiring young players aged 4 to 16 years. Welcoming one of England's best known and most loved football icons Stuart Pearce MBE, and Manchester United's treble-winning defender Wes Brown, each joined by UEFA 'A' licensed coach Adrian Whitbread, this year Campioni promises two unforgettable weeks of daily training sessions in paradise.
Sustainable Tourism Push from Hedonistic Hiking in 2026
The introduction of dinners at Green Michelin starred restaurants, visits to organic wine producers and more private guided visits are some of the new elements brought in by Hedonistic Hiking for 2026 to further boost its commitment to sustainable tourism. The new measures will increase the current support given to local communities and businesses at the same time as improving guests' overall experience on the gastronomic hiking tours in Italy, Australia and the UK.
DISCOVER FESTIVE JOY ONE BIT AT A TIME WITH THE INNSBRUCK REGION'S ADVENT CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Since the Innsbruck region is so full of wonder and delights in the festive season, our advent calendar starts well before December: in fact, the Christmas markets in the old town and on the market square open their doors as early as 15 November. The air is filled with the sound of trumpets, the magnificent Christmas tree appears tall and resplendent in front of the Golden Roof, and – a little later – stalls start drawing visitors in with their unique gifts and delicious delicacies.
Air Canada to Launch New Flights to Berlin, Nantes, Ponta Delgada; Adds New Route to Brussels
Air Canada today announced a further expansion of its Summer 2026 global schedule to Europe with new destinations from Toronto and Montréal, plus a new European route from Halifax. From Montréal, Air Canada will offer non-stop service three times weekly to Germany’s capital, Berlin, and three times per week to Nantes, France. The airline will launch service to Ponta Delgada in the Azores from Toronto, and it is also adding a second international destination from Halifax to Brussels. Additionally, Air Canada will be resuming its Montréal -Tel Aviv seasonal route for next summer.
CAMBODIA OPENS A NEW CHAPTER IN AIR TRAVEL WITH TECHNOLOGY-DRIVEN TECHO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Air travel in Southeast Asia is growing at a rate well above the global average. According to SITA’s latest Travelers’ Voice, Passenger IT Insights 2025 report, nearly two in three travelers now expect faster airport processing and more control over their journey. Cambodia has responded with Techo International Airport (KTI) — a landmark project by Cambodia Airport Investment Co. Ltd. (CAIC), a subsidiary of Overseas Cambodian Investment Corporation, in partnership with the State Secretariat of Civil Aviation (SSCA)— bringing world-class infrastructure and SITA’s next-generation airport systems to the country’s new capital gateway.
The Luxury Collection Names Justin Theroux as a Global Explorer and the Face of Its New Campaign
The Luxury Collection unveils its new global campaign starring Justin Theroux: I am The Luxury Collection. Created in partnership with Stept Studios, the campaign is a bold celebration of the beautiful dualities that define the brand – where heritage meets modernity, whimsy meets intention, and global sophistication meets deeply local character. Spanning more than 130 storied hotels and resorts across 40 countries, The Luxury Collection continues to invite travelers to explore the world’s most captivating destinations through a lens of timeless yet contemporary luxury.
Two late Christmas trip availability options - in Andermatt over NY and Indonesia over Christmas
This Christmas, private phinisi yacht specialists Silolona Sojourns have rare availability over the peak period for private charters across both their boats, Silolona and Si Datu Bua, perfect for a festive family trip. This season, both boats will be in Raja Ampat, renowned for its magnificent biodiversity and a diver’s and snorkeller's paradise. With over 600 islands to explore, the possibilities for adventure on-land and at sea are endless. Silolona takes guests to the Misool Islands to discover hidden bays and untouched cliffs, where limestone peaks create an otherworldly landscape. Beneath the water, guests are immersed in colourful coral jungles and may encounter rare aquatic life, from dugongs to hawksbill turtles, as well as the more common manta rays and whale sharks.