St. Regis Hotels & Resorts and STAUD have joined forces to create an exclusive resort accessories collection, blending the modern, effortless novelty of STAUD with the legendary glamour of St. Regis. This collaboration marks STAUD’s first partnership with a luxury hospitality brand, bringing its signature West Coast aesthetic to the world’s most coveted resort destinations.

Lufthansa City Airlines took delivery of its first brand-new Airbus A320neo at the Airbus factory in Hamburg-Finkenwerder. The aircraft, registration D-AIJP, was named “Ingelheim am Rhein”. This first brand-new Airbus symbolizes the key role that Lufthansa City Airlines plays within the Lufthansa Group in redefining continental traffic to and from Munich and, from 2026, Frankfurt hubs. The airline is thus making an important contribution to strengthening the competitiveness of the short-haul network, consolidating the market position of the Lufthansa Group and supporting the planned growth on long-haul routes.

For travelers looking to explore more of Mexico this year, American Airlines is set to offer a record-breaking schedule with more flights, seats and destinations than any other U.S. airline. With service to Puerto Escondido (PXM) — the airline’s 30th destination in Mexico — starting Dec. 3, American’s network offers comprehensive service to the top destinations for adventure-lovers, sun-seekers and friends and family visitors alike.

Against a backdrop of economic uncertainty, the World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) latest research shows that global Travel & Tourism is projected to grow strongly this year, reaffirming its role as cornerstone to major world economies, as travellers are expected to spend more than ever before. According to WTTC’s 2025 Economic Impact Research (EIR), international visitor spending is forecast to reach an historic $2.1TN in 2025, surpassing the previous high of $1.9TN in 2019 by $164BN.

Togetherness: Traveling to Reconnect The most meaningful luxury today is the kind we share. In a world of constant notifications, crowded calendars and digital everything, travel has become something deeper: a way to reconnect—with ourselves, with others, and with nature. The trend known as Togetherness continues to grow among modern travelers who value meaningful experiences over material things. They're not just visiting new places—they're building memories with the people who matter most.

To celebrate Amsterdam's 750th anniversary, Minor Hotels is launching a unique city walking tour that takes visitors past the capital's hidden gems. The 'Minor Hotels Walking Tour - 750 Years of Amsterdam' connects three of the group's historic hotels, allowing guests to discover the city's rich history through narrow alleys, hidden courtyards and centuries-old gable stones.