Puerto Rico will take centre stage at the International Tourism Fair in 2027 as Partner Country, as announced today at the country’s stand by Daniel Martínez, Executive Vice President of IFEMA MADRID, and Jennifer González Colón, Governor of Puerto Rico. The announcement was also attended by Willianette Robles Cancel, Executive Director of the Puerto Rico Tourism Company (CTPR), and Jorge L. Pérez, Chief Executive Officer of Discover Puerto Rico, together with Arancha Priede, IFEMA MADRID’s Managing Director of Trade Fair and Congress Business, and María Valcarce, Director of FITUR.

Jennifer Matarangas-King was officially sworn in as Commissioner of the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) Department of Tourism on Thursday, January 15, during a ceremony held at Government House on St. Croix. The ceremony was attended by Governor Albert Bryan Jr., the Matarangas-King family, colleagues, members of the Government House Cabinet, and distinguished guests, including former Commissioners Beverly Nicholson-Doty and Joseph Boschulte, as well as former Assistant Commissioner of Tourism Claire Roker, marking a meaningful moment of continuity and leadership for the Department.

As Sundance Film Festival marks this meaningful year in Park City, World of Hyatt returns as the official travel sponsor and with the ultimate 72 hours in Sundance itinerary, designed to give members front-row access to the festival’s most sought-after activations on Main Street.

The Perpetual Journey continues to shape Patina Maldives' identity as not just a luxury escape, but a destination in itself; a sanctuary where guests can enjoy restorative and invigorating experiences rooted in a deep appreciation for nature, wellness, creativity, and adventure. Encouraging personal development and meaningful connection, the first chapter of this purpose-driven programme invites guests to explore different cultures, deeper connections, and appreciation for the natural world. Creativity and innovation converge in breathtaking settings, creating unforgettable moments that reignite a sense of belonging and purpose.

As travellers begin their holiday planning for 2026, the Balearic Islands invite the world to mark their calendars for a year of unforgettable experiences. From inspiring cultural festivals, culinary celebrations and sporting events, the Mediterranean archipelago is set to deliver a vibrant programme across all four seasons and warrant big red circles in the 2026 wall calendar. With more than 300 days of sunshine a year, pristine turquoise waters and stunning natural landscapes to match, the islands provide the perfect backdrop for a host of exciting events throughout the new year.

Web in Travel (WiT), Asia’s leading travel intelligence and events platform, has unveiled its top five predictions for the year ahead. Editor‑in‑Chief Siew Hoon Yeoh draws on emerging signals across the region – from shifting traveller behaviour to the rapid adoption of new technologies.