Eurovision has sparked global curiosity about one of Finland's most iconic traditions: the sauna. But for many, the idea of stepping into one comes with uncertainty — do you have to be naked, is talking allowed, and what's with the felt hat? Now Helsinki is inviting everyone to experience a sauna culture that's less about rules and more about what feels right. As Eurovision fans set their sights on Basel, another cultural star is quietly gaining global attention: the Finnish sauna. While many may recognise the image of a steamy wooden room and a plunge into icy water, the act of stepping into a sauna can feel surprisingly intimidating.

Set against the azure backdrop of the Arabian Gulf, Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat, operated by Minor Hotels, unveils a new chapter in transformative wellbeing, inviting both in-house guests and the wider community to experience a collection of rejuvenating rituals that move beyond the traditional spa.

Join industry trailblazers, visionary leaders, and innovators as they share exclusive insights from the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) 2025 in Saudi Arabia. From in-depth interviews to keynote highlights, these must-watch videos reveal how the Kingdom is shaping the future of travel, tourism, and sustainable development on a global scale. Don’t miss your front-row seat to the ideas, partnerships, and strategies that are redefining hospitality in the Middle East and beyond.

The World Travel Awards (WTA) has officially announced that its 2025 European Gala Ceremony will be held at the renowned Forte Village Resort in Sardinia, Italy, on 22 October 2025 . This exclusive five-star resort, nestled along Sardinia's southern coast, offers an idyllic setting for Europe's premier travel and tourism awards event.

World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards has today opened entries for its 2025 programme. Individuals and organisations across the globe accelerating change and making an impactful contribution to sustainable travel and tourism are invited to enter free of charge. 30 categories covering all sectors of sustainable travel and tourism have been selected by the Awards Advisory Board of experts to reflect the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and net positive framework of People, Planet, Place, Prosperity and Partnerships.

The Newman, the first hotel from hospitality management company Kinsfolk & Co, is delighted to reveal its spa and wellness concept as it prepares to launch later this summer. Wellness at The Newman is an urban sanctuary in the heart of Fitzrovia, an exciting addition to the London wellness scene, driven by the needs of the local community and hotel guests