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Azamara Cruises Unveils "The Next Big Thing Is Small™," a New Global Campaign
Azamara Cruises, The Global Leader in Destination Immersion®, today unveiled its new global brand campaign, 'The Next Big Thing is Small™' — a bold declaration that the future of premium travel is defined not by scale, but by access, authenticity, and exploration.
Quark Expeditions Launches Arctic 2028 & Antarctic 2028/2029 - New Ways to Explore the Polar Regions
Quark Expeditions, dedicated exclusively to the polar regions since 1991, today launches its Arctic 2028 and Antarctic 2028/2029 seasons, marking the earliest season launch in the company's 35-year history. Featuring more than 70 departures across the Arctic and Antarctica, the new season introduces new opportunities for exploration, including the Guided Photography Program, Quark's first-ever Expedition Extensions, a new Canadian Arctic voyage through the Northwest Passage, and the return of Tundra to Table, a culinary experience developed and delivered in partnership with the Greenlandic chef collective Igapall.
A World-First Pokémon Airport Opens in Noto This July
Rooted in the Hokuriku region, Kanazawa Biyori is a regional media platform dedicated to sharing the living culture of this area — not only its celebrated destinations, but also the people, creativity, and spirit of renewal that continue to shape life here. This summer, Noto welcomes an airport unlike anything the world has ever seen.
Sandals Details New Dining Experiences Across Jamaica
Sandals Resorts have offered a closer look at the refreshed food and beverage concepts debuting across Sandals Montego Bay, Sandals Caribbean Cay and Sandals South Coast, as part of the company's US$200 million transformation of the three iconic Jamaica resorts. Part of the company's broader culinary evolution, the expanded portfolio places a renewed emphasis on local ingredients, island-inspired storytelling and immersive dining experiences designed to connect guests more deeply with the flavors and traditions of Jamaica.
ROYAL CARIBBEAN PARTNERS WITH ROALD DAHL'S MARVELLOUS CHILDREN'S CHARITY
Royal Caribbean have announced a new partnership with Roald Dahl's Marvellous Children's Charity ahead of the July 2026 European debut of Legend of the Seas. Featuring the hit Broadway musical Roald Dahl's "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," Legend will bring the partnership to life onboard, offering guests meaningful ways to support the charity and raise vital funds for specialist Roald Dahl Nurses caring for more than 50,000 seriously ill children and their families across the UK.
Sanya Locks In Formula E Return as 2027 Asian Season Opener
Following a triumphant beachfront race, Sanya has officially secured its spot as Round 7 of the record-breaking 2026/27 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, with the race scheduled for April 17, 2027, marking the Asian leg opener of the new season. The city will host the first GEN4-era Formula E race on Chinese soil. Featuring the series' largest-ever calendar of 21 races across 13 global cities, the landmark event brings next-generation electric racing to Sanya's unique coastal street circuit.
Central Park Bangkok Wins Top Retail Asia Award
Rising above the Bangkok skyline and redefining urban living in the heart of the Thai capital, Central Park has rapidly emerged as one of the city's most significant new destinations, bringing together world-class dining, curated brands, green public space, lifestyle experiences, and seamless connectivity in a single landmark development.
EVA Air Debuts the First Washington, D.C. to Taipei Nonstop Service
EVA Air celebrated the launch of its new nonstop service between Washington D.C. and Taipei, marking a significant expansion as the airline's 10th North American gateway. As the first airline to offer nonstop service between these two cities, the new route represents a key milestone in strengthening connectivity between Taiwan and the U.S. East Coast. A special inaugural ceremony was held at Washington Dulles International Airport to commemorate the milestone and welcome the inaugural flight.
Pan Pacific London and Champagne Taittinger Collaborate for a Decadent Summer of Luxury
Pan Pacific London, a Forbes Five-Star rated hotel located two-minutes from Liverpool Street Station and key London landmarks, is proud to announce an exclusive summer collaboration with the prestigious house of Champagne Taittinger.
Karnataka Tourism Society Concludes Successful Gujarat Series B2B Roadshows with Over 600 Buyers
The Karnataka Tourism Society (KTS), in association with the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, Department of Tourism, Government of Karnataka, Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation (KSTDC), and Jungle Lodges & Resorts Ltd. (JLR), has successfully concluded the Gujarat Series B2B Tourism Roadshows, held from 24th to 27th June 2026 across Rajkot, Ahmedabad, Vadodara, and Surat.
PALAZZO DEI FIORI BY ROOM MATE: THE VENETIAN DESIGN ADDRESS REDEFINING THE ART OF STAYING IN VENICE
Venice has no shortage of grand hotels, but few properties currently capture the spirit of the city’s cultural renaissance quite like Room Mate Palazzo dei Fiori. Located between Piazza San Marco and the Ponte dell’Accademia, this extraordinary 16th-century Venetian palazzo has quietly become one of the most coveted addresses of the Biennale season — not only for its privileged location, but for the immersive design universe created by acclaimed architect and interior designer Teresa Sapey.
Introducing Alila Sengokuhara Hakone: A Mindful Mountain Retreat for Japan’s Onsen Country
Hyatt Hotels Corporation today announced Alila Sengokuhara Hakone, a luxury retreat rooted in nature, design and wellbeing in one of Japan’s most revered mountain resort destinations. Scheduled to open in 2028 as part of an agreement with Fujita Corporation, the resort will mark the Alila brand’s debut in Japan, bringing the brand’s philosophy of mindful luxury to Sengokuhara, a highland district of Hakone known for its mineral-rich hot springs, open grasslands, forested ridges and enduring sense of calm.