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Destination British Columbia Launches Two New Iconic Journeys
After Destination British Columbia (DBC) successfully rolled out Rainforest to Rockies and The Great Wilderness in 2024, two more Iconic journeys will now inspire the UK & Irish market - The Infinite Coast (TIC) and Valleys & Vineyards (V&V). These two new Iconics are part of DBC's “Invest in Iconics strategy”, a long-term global marketing strategy to encourage British and Irish travellers to venture off the beaten path in Canada's most western province. Through geographic and seasonal diversification within DBC's overarching Super, Natural British Columbia brand, each Iconic serves to reflect the dramatic landscapes and cultures found within the area it represents all supported through new themed itineraries that are marked globally.
Ras Al Khaimah's Inaugural International Real Estate Investment Summit
Ras Al Khaimah is set to take centre stage as the UAE reinforces its position as a magnet for global real estate investment with the inaugural International Real Estate Investment Summit (IREIS), scheduled for October 30–31, 2025. The two-day event by Cityscape, hosted at Al Hamra International Exhibition & Conference Centre in Ras Al Khaimah, aims to provide an unprecedented platform to unlock high-value real estate opportunities by connecting investors, developers, and policymakers to offer insight into both regional growth and emerging global trends.
Global Travel & Tourism Surges as WTTC Global Summit Opens in Rome
At its 25th Global Summit in Rome today, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) launched its latest report, revealing that Europe remains the beating heart of international tourism, with five of the world’s top 10 most powerful Travel & Tourism markets by GDP.
WTTC Welcomes Manfredi Lefebvre as New Chair at Global Summit Opening Ceremony
At the opening ceremony of its 25th Global Summit in Rome today, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) officially welcomed Manfredi Lefebvre, one of the most recognised names in Travel & Tourism, as its new Chair, succeeding Greg O’Hara, who has led the organisation since November 2023.
Future Hospitality Summit showcases Albania’s array of hospitality investment opportunities
Future Hospitality Summit – FHS World is showcasing Albania’s wide and diverse range of hospitality investment opportunities with a dedicated pavilion highlighting the country’s fast-growing tourism sector, sustainable vision and plans to become a year-round, multi-sector tourism destination. The Albania Pavilion, presented by the Territorial Development Agency, will promote the country’s ambitious hospitality initiatives and Albania’s vision as one of Europe’s most rapidly growing business and leisure travel destinations, driven by the National Tourism Strategy 2025-2030.
Madeira Expands UK Flight Connections With 4.9% More Weekly Services for the 2025/26 Winter Season
Madeira is set to become even more accessible for UK travellers this winter, with an 4.9% increase in weekly flights between October 2025 and March 2026 compared to the previous year. The updated schedule shows services rising from 245 in winter 2024/25 to 257 in 2025/26, with brand-new routes from Bournemouth and London Luton further strengthening the island's robust air connectivity.
Global Leaders’ Dialogue Unites Public and Private Sector at WTTC Global Summit
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) convened its landmark Global Leaders’ Dialogue during its 25th WTTC Global Summit in Rome today, bringing together government ministers and global CEOs to tackle some of the sector’s most pressing challenges. Government ministers and global CEOs unite in Rome to tackle competitiveness, sustainability, and seamless travel
Latin America's travel and tourism elite celebrate at VIP reception in Cancún
Tourism and hospitality dignitaries from across Latin America convened in Cancún, México for the second leg of World Travel Awards 2025 to honour the organisations pushing the boundaries of excellence and innovation across the region. The World Travel Awards Latin America Gala Ceremony 2025, staged at AVA Resort Cancún, was attended by the who’s who of travel and tourism, with delegates sampling why Cancún is a powerhouse of the region’s tourism economy.
Seoul Tourism × JENNIE Campaign Surpasses 600 Million Views
Seoul's global tourism campaign, "Absolutely in Seoul," starring global K-pop artist JENNIE, has reached a cumulative 600 million views worldwide since the videos were released. This milestone sets a new record in the history of Seoul's global tourism campaigns - the biggest achievement in eight years - and underscores the powerful synergy between JENNIE and Seoul.
What Do Luxury Travelers Want?
Fauchon L'Hotel Paris recently conducted a survey among luxury travel advisors to determine what really matters to their clients when selecting a hotel. One of the key findings — which was 100% unanimous by all respondents — was that it is important for a hotel to offer "an authentic sense of place" versus a "cookie-cutter brand design." This is clearly a departure from when travelers preferred the consistency of knowing no matter where in the world they traveled, they would find the same carpeting, bedding, décor, amenities, and overall experience.
America's Top Haunted Attractions Are More Than Scares -- They're a Bucket List Challenge
Life is short. We all know the phrase, but how often do we live by it? As people spend hours scrolling screens, numbed by endless AI prompts and algorithm-driven feeds, many realize they're drifting into a zombie-like autopilot. That's why bucket lists matter — the intentional quests to embrace the best of life before we "kick the bucket." For thrillseekers, that pursuit isn't about beaches and sunsets. It's about chills, adrenaline, and the electrifying memories created in America's most legendary haunted attractions.
Gen Z solo travelers, pop‑culture itineraries and tech gaps set to reshape multi-day tour sector
Gen Z women travelling solo, pop‑culture‑inspired itineraries, and a widening technology divide between large platforms and smaller operators are among the key forces reshaping the multi‑day tour industry, according to new research from Arival, the global leader in travel experiences intelligence. The findings come from Arival’s new in‑depth study of the multi‑day sector, combining more than 40 interviews with operators, distributors and technology providers, and a global survey of hundreds of multi‑day tour companies. Preliminary insights will be unveiled at the first‑ever dedicated Multi‑Day Track during Arival 360 Washington DC, taking place from September 30th to October 3rd 2025.