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TravelUp partners with InterLnkd to launch intelligent travel shopping platform
InterLnkd, the industry’s intelligent shopping mall partner, has today unveiled a dynamic retail shopping experience for UK-based online travel agency TravelUp. Powered by InterLnkd’s AI-driven matching technology, TravelUp’s new e-commerce platform offers travellers personalised recommendations across fashion, beauty, and essential products – specially curated for their upcoming trips.
Six Flags Entertainment to Unleash Biggest Halloween Season in History with Debut of The Conjuring
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, North America's largest regional amusement park operator, will take Halloween terror to a new level as it launches frightful nighttime celebrations at 25 parks beginning in September. As part of the seasonal launch, Six Flags will also unleash a new interactive, SCREAMium experience —The Conjuring: Beyond Fear— in four locations. This attraction will join an extensive lineup of bone-chilling thrills, captivating live entertainment and pulse-pounding rides for an unrivaled fall adventure, with visits to more than 40 properties available with a single 2026 Six Flags Entertainment Season Pass during the exclusive MVP (Most Valuable Pass) limited-time offer.
Women Travel Tribe Expands for 2026
Women Travel Tribe (WTT) will run 50 trips for women over 50 in 2026, driven by soaring demand for meaningful, connection-focused travel. Following a record year of bookings, unprecedented interest in private tours, and rapid growth of their community to over 12,000 women, WTT is tripling its women-only offerings. These journeys, from the villages of Abruzzo to Kenya's game reserves, show that for many women, the most meaningful part of travel is not the place, but the people they share it with.
SILVERSEA APPOINTS GIANLUCA SPARACINO AS GLOBAL HEAD OF FOOD AND BEVERAGE
Silversea, the leading experiential luxury and expedition travel brand, has announced the appointment of Gianluca Sparacino as its new Global Head of Food and Beverage, effective August 18, 2025. A dynamic hospitality leader and culinary strategist, Sparacino brings deep experience across the finest epicurean destinations and luxury hospitality brands, along with strategic leadership to Silversea's innovative culinary and beverage program.
Princess Cruises Unveils 2027 Alaska Season With Return of Star Princess
Princess Cruises, the top cruise line in Alaska, announced its most expansive Alaska cruise and cruisetour season for 2027. With nearly 60 years of expertise sailing the breathtaking landscapes of Alaska, Princess will deploy a fleet of eight elegant ships and offer stays at five signature wilderness lodges for a voyage unlike any other. Princess remains committed to immersive travel in the region – offering more sailings, more glacier-viewing experiences, and more ways to explore the Great Land than ever before. The 2027 Alaska season opens for sale August 12, 2025
Colorado Tourism Office Partners with GuideGeek to Launch New AI Travel Genius, 'Colorado Concierge'
Travelers planning a trip to Colorado can now rely on Colorado Concierge, an AI travel genius that provides instant answers to any travel or tourism questions about the state. Colorado Concierge is an initiative of the Colorado Tourism Office and leverages GuideGeek artificial intelligence technology from Matador Network.
Wellness Tourism Association Relaunches Under New Ownership & Leadership
The Wellness Tourism Association (WTA), a respected voice in global wellness tourism, announces its relaunch as a for-profit entity under the ownership and leadership of Robin Ruiz, Founder & CEO of WITT (Wellness in Travel & Tourism), who now also serves as WTA's President & CEO.
Sonesta Hotels Selects Stayntouch as a Preferred PMS Partner to Support Franchise Expansion
Stayntouch, a global leader in cloud hotel property management systems (PMS), has been selected as a preferred PMS provider by Sonesta International Hotels Corporation. Sonesta operates more than 1,100 properties and over 100,000 rooms across 13 brands on three continents. The company chose Stayntouch to deliver a flexible, scalable PMS solution that supports rapid franchise growth, streamlines operations, and enhances the guest experience.
Vail Resorts Cuts Lift Ticket Prices in Half for Friends of Epic Pass Holders
Vail Resorts wants to make it easier for its most loyal guests to bring their friends to the slopes, in celebration of the social side of skiing and snowboarding. Today, the company announced "Epic Friend Tickets," a new benefit for 2025/26 season-long Epic Pass Holders to share incredible savings with those they want to ski and ride with most. Passes are on sale now, and the lowest price of the Fall ends September 1.
Six Senses Uluwatu, Bali Introduces Armand Thieblemont as Director of Sustainability
Six Senses Uluwatu, Bali is pleased to announce the appointment of Armand Thieblemont as the Director of Sustainability, effective June 1, 2025. In a dual capacity, Armand has also been promoted to the Regional Director of Sustainability, supporting Six Senses sustainability strategy and operations across sister properties in Asia Pacific, while anchoring his leadership from his new home base at Six Senses Uluwatu, Bali.
Lights, Camera… La Palma!
The Canary Island of La Palma is rapidly gaining international acclaim as one of the world's most versatile and breathtaking filming locations. Known for its extraordinary scenic diversity, the island offers an impressive variety of landscapes. The striking contrasts between black-sand beaches, ancient laurel forests, and star-studded night skies make La Palma a natural film set capable of doubling for countless global locales.
Intrepid Travel Unveils New Premium Walking and Trekking Range
Intrepid Travel has unveiled a new Premium Walking and Trekking trip range for travellers seeking a higher end adventure traversing some of the world's best hiking trails. Led by Intrepid's most experienced local leaders, Intrepid's Premium is the company's most comfortable travel offering, where travellers can expect handpicked accommodation, premium service and exceptional included experiences. Spanning five continents and ranging from three to nine days, the 10 new Premium trips feature hikes through Italy, Madeira, Vietnam, Nepal, Morocco, Peru, Jordan and the United States.