Against a backdrop of economic uncertainty, the World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) latest research shows that global Travel & Tourism is projected to grow strongly this year, reaffirming its role as cornerstone to major world economies, as travellers are expected to spend more than ever before. According to WTTC’s 2025 Economic Impact Research (EIR), international visitor spending is forecast to reach an historic $2.1TN in 2025, surpassing the previous high of $1.9TN in 2019 by $164BN.

Togetherness: Traveling to Reconnect The most meaningful luxury today is the kind we share. In a world of constant notifications, crowded calendars and digital everything, travel has become something deeper: a way to reconnect—with ourselves, with others, and with nature. The trend known as Togetherness continues to grow among modern travelers who value meaningful experiences over material things. They're not just visiting new places—they're building memories with the people who matter most.

AlUla Moments will host The Arabian Warrior AlUla 2025 from 8 to 10 May 2025, bringing together elite athletes, adventure seekers, and fitness enthusiasts for a two-day endurance event in AlUla. Set at the iconic Camel Cup Track Site located in Mughaira Heritage Sports Village, this obstacle course race will challenge participants' strength, agility, and resilience across rugged terrain, reinforcing AlUla’s reputation as a global hub for adventure sports and extreme fitness competitions.

Desert & Delta Safaris, a pioneer in luxury ecotourism, is thrilled to announce the launch of Sediba Sa Rona, an exclusive photographic safari lodge set to open its doors on March 16 2026, in Botswana's breathtaking Khwai Concession. This new venture is a celebration of legacy, sustainability, and community empowerment – a bold step forward in redefining the safari experience.

The HolidayPirates Group has announced its business results in 2024. The online travel marketplace, present in ten different countries, surpassed 477.47 million euros of mediated Total Transaction Value (TTV), nearly 20% higher than in 2023.

Get ready to climb up and explore. Treehouse Hotels—the nostalgia-fueled, free-spirited hospitality brand created by Barry Sternlicht, Founder and Chairman of Starwood Hotels—is proud to announce that Treehouse Hotel Manchester opened its fun-loving doors on March 19, 2025. The second UK outpost of the Treehouse Hotels brand is a fresh addition to Manchester's hospitality scene, designed to spark curiosity and joy at every turn and bring people together in unexpected ways. And the adventure doesn't stop there. Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley—the brand's first U.S. location—recently opened, bringing the total number of Treehouse properties from one to three.