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Nobu Hospitality announce Nobu Beach Inn, Barbuda
Nobu Hospitality, the globally recognized luxury lifestyle brand co-founded by Robert De Niro, has announced new details for the upcoming Nobu Beach Inn as part of The Beach Club, Barbuda, a low-density resort and residential community on the Caribbean Island of Barbuda. Following the successful opening of Nobu Barbuda in 2020 - a beach restaurant and lounge on the famed Princess Diana Beach that has since become a destination in its own right - De Niro has continued to expand his vision for the destination. Created in partnership with James Packer and Daniel Shamoon, Nobu Beach Inn will offer a barefoot luxury retreat immersed in its natural surroundings, capturing the understated simplicity of a bygone era.
Vietnam Airlines Finalizes Order for 50 Boeing 737 MAX Airplanes
Boeing and Vietnam Airlines announced today the Vietnamese flag carrier finalized its first Boeing single-aisle order for 50 737 MAX airplanes. The addition of the 737-8 will enable Vietnam Airlines' domestic and regional route growth plans as air travel demand continues to rise across Southeast Asia.
Boeing and Sun PhuQuoc Airways Announce Order for Up to 40 787 Dreamliner Jets
Boeing and Sun PhuQuoc Airways today announced the new Vietnam-based carrier has ordered up to 40 787 Dreamliner jets to serve as the backbone of its widebody fleet. The airline will leverage the ultra-efficient, long-range 787 Dreamliner to connect international travelers to its Vietnam hub at Phu Quoc International Airport.
Romania: A Top Holiday Destination for Immersive, Sustainable Travel
Romania continues to captivate travellers seeking experiences far from the crowded mainstream. Since 2009, Ffestiniog Travel has been a leading UK specialist in escorted travel to Romania as part of its Small & Traditional tour range, offering immersive holidays that truly connect people with places.
BWH® Hotels Expands BW Signature Collection® in the Netherlands with Two Heritage Hotel Additions
BWH® Hotels today announced the addition of two Dutch properties to BW Signature Collection®: Berlage Hotel in The Hague and Kasteelhotel Terborgh in Limburg. These affiliations strengthen the brand's presence in the Netherlands while expanding global visibility for two independent hotels defined by heritage, character and a strong sense of place. The additions reflect BWH Hotels' continued focus on welcoming independent properties that deliver memorable, experience-led stays while benefiting from global distribution, marketing support and loyalty reach.
AlUla Shines as World's Third-largest Dark Sky Park
For generations, AlUla's clear skies have played a meaningful role in marking the start of Ramadan, when locals would look to the horizon to sight the new moon and confirm the Holy Month. Today, that same clarity underpins AlUla's evolution into a globally recognised astrotourism destination, now certified as the world's third-largest Dark Sky Park by DarkSky International.
Viking Announces New Mississippi and Ohio River Voyages for 2027
Viking® (www.viking.com) today announced that new itineraries on the Mississippi and Ohio rivers for 2027 are now open for booking. Sailing on board the Viking Mississippi, guests can choose the new 15-day Bayous, Blues & Bluegrass itinerary, which operates between New Orleans and Louisville, with ports of call along the Mississippi and Ohio rivers. A shorter option—the 8-day Mississippi & Ohio River Explorer itinerary—offers a journey between Memphis and Louisville.
Air Canada Expands its Mexico Presence with New Montréal-Guadalajara Route
Air Canada has announced it is strategically expanding its summer schedule to Mexico with 18 per cent more seat capacity over last summer. While Canada and Mexico are deepening ties, the airline is further strengthening its schedule to support growing travel to and from Mexico.
60 years of ITB Berlin: 15 special anniversary moments on the Berlin Exhibition Grounds
From 3 to 5 March 2026, ITB Berlin is marking its sixtieth anniversary with some special highlights: from an after-work event and a journey through time in a DeLorean to community art and a 60-second round of applause, the industry will be honouring its past while looking towards the future.
Hotel groups miss out 20% of guests due to data silos, new Ireckonu data shows.
Ireckonu, a leading hospitality middleware and Customer Data Platform (CDP) provider for hotel groups, has reported today that siloed guest data across hotel operational areas (including restaurants, spas, golf facilities, and other auxiliary outlets) is preventing hotel groups from capturing up to 20% of opportunities to re-engage guests, improve recognition, and ultimately drive stronger loyalty and revenue growth.
WorldTicket by GO7 sets out connected model for airline distribution
WorldTicket by GO7 has today outlined a connected model for airline distribution, designed to maximise reach, flexibility, and revenue opportunities across all booking channels. The company’s innovative holistic approach brings together Global Distribution Systems (GDS), New Distribution Capability (NDC), and direct OTA partnerships, with a virtual interlining solution launching soon to complete the stack.
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Introducing Burgundy's new Blackcurrant Route (Route du Cassis)
You probably know Burgundy’s world-class wines, but there’s another local treasure waiting to be discovered: the blackcurrant. Between Dijon and Nuits-Saint-Georges, Burgundy has unveiled a new foodie tourist itinerary that may soon become one of the region’s signature experiences: the Route du Cassis, or Blackcurrant Route. Stretching over 55km, the route makes Burgundy’s iconic blackcurrant a cultural symbol in its own right, uniting heritage, flavour and wellbeing. Set off along this delicious new trail and dive into the history and know-how behind this little fruit, grown in the region since the 17th century.