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Disney Cruise Line Christens Disney Adventure with Star-Studded, Music-Filled Celebration

Disney Cruise Line Christens Disney Adventure with Star-Studded, Music-Filled Celebration

Disney Cruise Line welcomed its newest ship, the Disney Adventure, to its rapidly expanding fleet in a dazzling entertainment showcase that celebrated the beloved Disney stories, characters, and music that come to life onboard. The elegant artistry of the christening ceremony punctuated the introduction of the cruise line's first ever ship to sail in Southeast Asia.

Trip.com Group Reinforces AI Innovation and European Collaboration at ITB Berlin

Trip.com Group Reinforces AI Innovation and European Collaboration at ITB Berlin

Trip.com Group concluded its participation at ITB Berlin with strong demonstrations of its leadership in travel technology, artificial intelligence and strategic partnerships across Europe. At a series of panel discussions, the company shared insights into how innovation and data are reshaping traveller behaviour and partner opportunities, underscoring its commitment to powering the full travel journey from trip planning to in-trip support and beyond.

Booking without headaches - safety and hospitality for the LGBTQ+-community

Booking without headaches - safety and hospitality for the LGBTQ+-community

When Karl Krause books a hotel with his husband Dan Colijn, it raises many questions. How will the couple be received? Will they get odd looks? Will they get the double bed they want? Together, the founders of the award-winning travel blog Couple of Men travel the world. The uncertainty of whether they are really welcome at their hotel always travels with them, said Karl Krause, speaking at the panel discussion entitled "Travel Proud - Making Travel Truly Inclusive" at the LGBTQ+ pavilion at ITB Berlin.

Layan Life by Anantara Launches a New Generation of Longevity Retreats for Women

Layan Life by Anantara Launches a New Generation of Longevity Retreats for Women

Layan life by Anantara, the brand’s flagship wellness retreat nestled within the luxurious Anantara Layan Phuket Resort, has unveiled a new collection of women-focused retreats designed to support, celebrate and empower women across all chapters of life — from tech-overloaded teens and women navigating the hormonal fluctuations of midlife, to those entering their wiser years wanting to stay strong, mobile and well.

Fukuoka City - Japan's Epicentre for 'Slomadism' in 2026

Fukuoka City - Japan's Epicentre for 'Slomadism' in 2026

Fukuoka City is gaining attention as Japan's most attractive destination for 'slomads' as the digital nomad community slows down and looks for places to stay put for a few months rather than a few weeks. Fukuoka was the first city in Japan to introduce the Startup Visa (in 2015), an initiative allowing foreign nationals to live in the city long-term while launching businesses or working as freelancers. Numerous digital nomads have been drawn to the 'startup hub of Asia'* by its urban convenience, noted food scene, access to nearby nature, mountains and beaches, affordable living costs and diverse network of coworking spaces and communities. These are some of Fukuoka City's unique spots designed to support this dynamic community.

SUNRATE and Repayd Join Hands to Power Global Payments

SUNRATE and Repayd Join Hands to Power Global Payments

SUNRATE, the global payment and treasury management platform, today announced a strategic partnership with Repayd, the specialist travel merchant account provider, at ITB Berlin 2026, the world's largest travel trade show. The collaboration brings together SUNRATE's global payment infrastructure and treasury capabilities with Repayd's specialist expertise in travel payments to support the complex payment needs of international travel businesses.

Omio Group breaks boundaries, accelerating product innovation and market expansion

Omio Group breaks boundaries, accelerating product innovation and market expansion

At ITB Berlin 2026, the Omio Group outlined the next phase of its evolution as the leading global multimodal travel platform, levelling up across two fronts: transformative technology innovation and global audience scale. By integrating travel discovery, booking, and partner distribution into a single connected ecosystem, the Omio Group is positioned to redefine and elevate the end-to-end travel experience.

Thailand presents 'The New Thailand' vision at ITB Berlin 2026

Thailand presents 'The New Thailand' vision at ITB Berlin 2026

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is unveiling the Kingdom's latest world-class positioning in Europe at ITB Berlin 2026, the 60th anniversary edition of the world's largest and most influential travel trade fair, held from 3–5 March at Berlin ExpoCenter City. With 'The New Thailand' vision, TAT strengthens the country's world-class destination status under the concept 'Unforgettable Experience: Healing is the New Luxury', spotlighting hidden gems, sustainable routes and eco-friendly tourism products tailored to the European market.