A new section of Manchester Airport’s redeveloped Terminal 2 departure lounge opened to the public earlier this morning, with six new shops and eateries joining an already extensive array of options for passengers travelling through the terminal over the school summer holidays. Renowned high street brands LEGO®, Rituals and Pandora are opening their first units at Manchester Airport, and new options for those wanting to grab a bite to eat or drink before they catch their flight include coffee giant Starbucks, baguette specialists Upper Crust, and juice bar Joe & The Juice.

Italy is set for a record-breaking summer, with 27 million international visitors expected between June and September. In fact, Great Rail Journeys, the leading provider of escorted tours, has seen a 26% increase in year-on-year bookings to the country. Yet while Rome may steal the spotlight thanks to its Jubilee Year, the whole of 'La Dolce Vita' is brimming with world-renowned art, architecture, cuisine and natural wonders.

Guatemala has reported an increase in international visitor numbers, welcoming 1,610,904 travellers between January and June 2025. This represents an 8% rise compared to the same period in 2024, highlighting Guatemala’s growing appeal as one of Central America’s most sought after and safest destinations.

Travel & Tourism in Italy is poised for a record-breaking year, with international visitor spending forecast to hit an all-time high of €60.4BN in 2025, according to new data from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC). Travel & Tourism is not just back, it’s booming. After a strong recovery from the pandemic, Italy is racing ahead, cementing its place as Europe’s fourth most popular destination and a global powerhouse of wellness, luxury, culture, culture and cuisine.

By tackling one of the biggest pain points for international travelers—access to affordable and reliable mobile data—Holafly has become one of the fastest-growing companies in the travel-tech sector. The company has just reached a major milestone: over 10 million eSIMs sold globally.

Holland America Line is unveiling an evolution of its onboard entertainment experience, rolling out across the fleet now through next year. The enhancements include more live music, revitalized World Stage productions, immersive cultural programming and a dynamic new entertainment team structure. Guests are already seeing the transformation on six ships, with more to follow by year's end.