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The Grenada Chocolate Festival Returns for 2026
Planting a cocoa sapling, making beauty products featuring cocoa and sea moss along with tasting, making and cooking with chocolate are just some of the experiences on offer in the 2026 Grenada Chocolate Festival, 22-27 May. The programme features tours, tastings and hands on workshops to help visitors gain a deeper understanding of the 'tree to bar' journey to transform cocoa pods on the tree into delicious chocolate and much more.
Sowing AlUla's Green Future: 1 Million Native Plants Initiative to Transform AlUla
Marking a monumental step in its sustainable development and tourism ambitions, AlUla has produced more than 1 million native seedlings that will be integrated into the fabric of the Saudi destination. This undertaking, achieved through the AlUla Native Plant Nursery and Seedbank, underscores the Royal Commission for AlUla’s (RCU) commitment to restoring the destination’s natural environment while shaping how visitors experience it.
SUPER BOWL RETURNS TO LAS VEGAS IN 2029
The National Football League announced that Las Vegas will host Super Bowl LXIII in 2029 at Allegiant Stadium. The announcement was made today at the NFL Annual Meeting in Phoenix, following a review by the NFL's Fan Engagement & Major Events Committee and a vote by full ownership.
U.S. Virgin Islands Announces the Performance Line-up for 74th Annual St. Thomas Carnival Village
The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism, in partnership with the Division of Festivals, announces the highly anticipated lineup for the 74th Annual St. Thomas Carnival Village, showcasing an exciting mix of homegrown, regional, and international talent. Headlined by hip-hop icon Busta Rhymes, and award-winning St. Thomas–born duo R. City, this year's Village concerts celebrate the vibrant culture and musical diversity of the Caribbean and the Virgin Islands.
Hong Kong: A City of Moments" Featuring Lola Hubner
Travel commerce platform BYRDLI launched its first international destination partnership outside of the United States, Hong Kong: A City of Moments. With the launch, BYRDLI brought one of Asia's most dynamic cities to life through the lens of Australian creator, and platform superuser Lola Hubner. The campaign marks BYRDLI's first destination partnership in Asia - a milestone moment for the globally operating Australian founded platform as it continues expanding its network of creator-led Travel Clubs and tourism partnerships worldwide.
Urban Mobility Tourism in Porto: Tuk Tuks, Bike Rentals & City Exploration
Discover how electric tuk tuks and bike rentals are transforming tourism in Porto. Explore sustainable and flexible ways to experience the city.
The Rise of Experiential Walking Tours in Europe: Why Porto Is Leading the Way
Discover why Porto is leading the rise of experiential walking tours in Europe. Explore authentic Porto experiences, cultural immersion, and the best things to do in Porto.
The Myconian Collection redefines luxury in Mykonos through extraordinary moments
There was a time when luxury hospitality competed on amenities. Today, the most meaningful measure of a destination is what lies beyond the hotel itself: the places it opens, the stories it reveals, and the experiences it makes possible. On Mykonos Island, the Myconian Collection has quietly built its reputation on precisely this idea. Across its family-owned portfolio of hotels overlooking the Aegean, the group has developed a collection of experiences designed to connect guests with the island in ways that feel immersive and personal. Rooted in local knowledge and long-standing relationships, the concierge teams shape each itinerary around what different travellers actually seek, whether that is life by the sea, cultural depth, local flavour, or a more adventurous pace, revealing Mykonos as it is lived, not just visited.
DISNEYLAND PARIS UNVEILS DISNEY ADVENTURE WORLD AND OPENS WORLD OF FROZEN
Today, Disneyland Paris enters a bold new chapter with the opening of World of Frozen and the unveiling of its reimagined second park, now renamed Disney Adventure World. This landmark transformation represents one of the most ambitious expansions in the resort's history, offering guests fully immersive worlds inspired by stories from Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios and Marvel. At the heart of this new experience lies Adventure Way, a vibrant promenade designed as a gateway to exploration, featuring landscaped gardens, entertainment and new dining experiences, as well as Raiponce Tangled Spin, a family attraction inspired by Walt Disney Animation Studios' Tangled.
Earth Day, Rethinking Travel: Where Impact Meets Experience
In a time when travellers are seeking more purposeful ways to explore the world, andBeyond offers a compelling proposition: that luxury travel, when designed with intention, can move beyond preservation, becoming a force for regeneration.
Discover, Experience, Get Moving: New Ideas for Summer 2026 in Tirol
New “Kaiserblüte” star-shaped hiking tour · Wilder Kaiser A standout addition for summer 2026, the Kaiserblüte star-shaped hiking tour offers six stages covering 76km and 5,050m of ascent through the spectacular Wilder Kaiser region. Designed for hikers with some mountain experience and a good level of fitness, follow easy-to-moderately challenging paths through the mountains and valleys. With comfortable hotel stays in the valley and no need to carry luggage, the free mobility services, of hiking buses and the Kaiserjet buses make this hike accessible. www.wilderkaiser.info/en/kaiserbluete-the-star-hike-on-the-wilder-kaiser.html
JW MARRIOTT TUCSON STARR PASS RESORT & SPA REVEALS REIMAGINED MEETING EXPERIENCES
JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa has unveiled the completion of a comprehensive renovation of its 115,000 square feet of meeting and event space, introducing a desert‑modern design, upgraded technology, and expanded outdoor‑to‑indoor gatherings rooted in the Sonoran landscape. The reimagined meetings and event experiences are artfully designed to bring people together through balance, connection, and a deep sense of place. Rooted in the spirit and beautiful setting of the Sonoran Desert, the transformed spaces invite groups to gather in environments that feel expansive, serene, and authentic to the real Arizona.