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Les Relais du Goût: Reims’ Gastronomic Festival Returns for Second Edition
Save the date – From September 18 to 21, 2025, Reims invites both locals and visitors to explore its gastronomic and cultural heritage during the second edition of Les Relais du Goût: 5 major stops and over 40 delicious events across the city to celebrate gastronomy and the art of living in Reims.
Etihad Airways Expands Global Network with New Routes to Salalah and Krakow
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has announced two additional new destinations to further expand its global network. The airline will add seasonal flights to Krakow, Poland, and Salalah, Oman, in the summer of 2026. These new routes offer guests more opportunities to discover unique cities across Europe and the Middle East
Heat wave Europe: time to go viral with ‘cool’ offers
As an intense heat wave spreads across Europe, travel behavior is shifting rapidly. Tourists are prioritizing refreshing, shaded, or temperature-friendly activities and travel providers with ‘cool’ offerings should act now to meet this spike in demand. “Tavel providers with ‘cool’ things to do should turn up the heat on viral ads right now in heat wave Europe”, says Dasha Gastol, Sr. Director of Paid Media at Propellic, the destination digital marketing agency for travel & tourism brands.
Celebrating Sustainability: The 2nd Annual World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards
In the heart of Dubai's vibrant Expo City, anticipation builds for the upcoming 2nd Annual World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards Gala Ceremony, set to illuminate the evening of October 29, 2025, at Terra. As plans unfold with meticulous care, this event stands as a beacon of innovation and responsibility in the global travel industry.
Etihad Airways Launches Loyalty Partnership with Vietnam Airlines
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, and Vietnam Airlines, the national carrier of Vietnam, have signed a frequent flyer partnership agreement to allow loyalty members of either airline to earn and redeem miles across both networks from 1 July 2025.
New Report Reveals Shift in Asia Pacific Luxury Travel Trends
A new era of luxury travel is taking shape across Asia Pacific, defined by purpose, personalization, and profound lifestyle shifts. According to a new study from the Luxury Group by Marriott International, high-net-worth (HNW) travelers in the region are recalibrating how, where, and why they travel – prioritizing wellbeing, immersive experiences, emotional value, and intentional design over volume and extravagance.
Natilus Debuts Revolutionary Interior Design for the HORIZON Blended-Wing Passenger Aircraft
Natilus, a U.S. aerospace manufacturer of blended-wing body aircraft, today unveiled the much-anticipated interior design for its flagship 200-passenger aircraft, the HORIZON, which is designed to elevate passenger air travel and serve as a competitor to the Boeing 737 MAX and Airbus 321 NEO in the narrowbody space.
The Luxury Collection and Michael McGregor Channel the Essence of Three Cities
The Luxury Collection, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announces a partnership with Michael McGregor, the Los Angeles-based artist celebrated for his striking and vibrant depictions of everyday life. In his first collaboration with a global hotel brand, McGregor has partnered with The Luxury Collection to create a bespoke series of original drawings that celebrate the local charm and culture of three of the portfolio's most esteemed North American properties: Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco; Hotel Ivy, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Minneapolis; and Perry Lane Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Savannah. This exclusive collaboration reinforces the brand's commitment to providing guests with immersive experiences that capture the soul and cultural vibrancy of each destination, seen through the unique lens of global creatives.
SAS places record order for 55 Embraer aircraft
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has entered into an agreement to acquire 45 Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, with purchase rights for an additional 10 aircraft — the largest SAS jet order direct from a manufacturer since 1996. This milestone agreement supports SAS' long-term fleet renewal strategy, which is focused on increasing efficiency, reducing emissions, and unlocking future growth opportunities from its global hub in Copenhagen as well as across its Scandinavian and international network.
ROYAL CARIBBEAN'S FIRST ROYAL BEACH CLUB NOW AVAILABLE TO BOOK
Vacationers can officially add the ultimate beach day to their bucket lists as Royal Caribbean has opened bookings for the first-of-its-kind beach club experience in The Bahamas. Combining the vibrant culture and beauty of The Bahamas with signature Royal Caribbean touches, Royal Beach Club Paradise Island* will redefine the ultimate beach day across all-inclusive experiences for every vibe. Starting today, vacationers booked on sailings visiting Nassau beginning late December 2025 can purchase their all-inclusive day passes on Royal Caribbean's website ahead of the destination's highly anticipated debut in December 2025.
W Hotels Makes a Bold Entrance into the Heart of the Historic Tuscan Capital
W Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, has announced the opening of W Florence, a luxurious haven in the heart of the Tuscan capital. Housed in the former Grand Hotel Majestic, W Florence breathes new life into a historic landmark built in the rationalist-modernist style, bringing a fresh, contemporary energy to Florence's grandeur, with dynamic design, distinct dining offerings, and the brand's signature Whatever/Whenever service. W Florence follows the recently unveiled W Prague, W Budapest, and the brand's first Italian property, W Rome, reinforcing the brand's commitment to redefining luxury lifestyle hospitality across Europe and around the globe.
Fly Through History with Spirit Airlines' Fourth of July Deals to Iconic American Destinations
Spirit Airlines is celebrating Independence Day with sparkling savings for travelers during its five-day sale featuring flights starting as low as $49* one way. Beginning today, July 1, through July 5, 2025, travelers can book flights to visit America's most historic cities and other popular leisure destinations across the United States this summer.