Etihad Airways has launched new daily flights between Abu Dhabi and Addis Ababa, strengthening links between the UAE and Ethiopia while enhancing onward connectivity across Africa. The service marks Etihad’s debut into Ethiopia, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s position as one of the world’s fastest-growing aviation hubs. The launch also coincides with the formal activation of Etihad’s landmark Joint Venture with Ethiopian Airlines, announced earlier this year, which enhances collaboration between the two flag carriers and expands seamless travel options between Africa, the Middle East and Asia. Under the new Joint Venture, Etihad and Ethiopian Airlines will coordinate schedules and jointly develop routes, offering guests more choice and convenience while strengthening trade, tourism and cultural links between both regions. The agreement also paves the way for broader cooperation in areas including loyalty programmes, training and cargo, underscoring the airlines’ shared commitment to deliver a smoother, more connected travel experience for guests.

Dida, a global AI-first travel technology group, has announced the launch of its pioneering ‘Future of Travel’ Innovation Challenge, in partnership with Headstart Global, designed to empower UK university students to reimagine the future of global travel through creativity, innovation, and technology. Hosted by Dida, the challenge brings together elite teams from leading universities across the UK - including the London School of Economics, University College London, University of Edinburgh, University of Warwick and the University of Manchester among others - to develop solutions that address some of the most exciting frontiers in travel technology.

MSC Cruises opened sales today for its Summer 2027 Alaska cruises. Starting April 26, 2027, MSC Poesia will sail from Seattle and offer seven-night itineraries to some of the region's most breathtaking destinations, departing each Monday through September 2027.

Cultural activities remain the star product in Spain’s tourism offering, although travellers—especially international visitors—show strong interest in active tourism, nature, and gastronomy. This is one of the main conclusions of the report Radiografía de la oferta y demanda de actividades y experiencias en España (Mapping Activities and Experiences Supply and Demand in Spain), presented at the 5th Turespaña Convention in Cáceres by Mabrian, the global travel intelligence and tourism advisory partner. This is the first study to provide a comprehensive analysis of the online market for tourist activities in Spain. For this report (available for free download), Mabrian examined supply and demand trends for experiences marketed through major online activity platforms (Civitatis and GetYourGuide) across Spain’s 17 autonomous communities, using data from June, July, and August 2025.

26 October 2025 marks a profound national milestone – 40 years since the Australian Government returned the title deeds of Uluṟu–Kata Tjuṯa National Park to its Traditional Owners, the Aṉangu People. The 1985 handback was not just a legal shift. It was a cultural and spiritual affirmation of connection to Country, the recognition of Traditional Ownership, and a new beginning for Aboriginal-led tourism - built on respect, storytelling and deep time knowledge. It sparked a national conversation about custodianship and paved the way for other landmark returns of land across Australia.

Award-winning tour operator Undiscovered Destinations is unveiling its carefully crafted collection of small group and tailor-made journeys for 2025–2027, reinforcing its position as one of the UK's leading specialists in authentic, truly off-the-beaten-track travel. Founded in 2004, Undiscovered Destinations (ABTA, ATOL and AITO protected) has built a reputation as a trusted expert for adventurous travellers seeking meaningful, culturally immersive experiences to lesser-known destinations that they can enjoy with likeminded companions.