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Global Wellness Summit to Hold 20th Anniversary Event in Phuket, Thailand
The Global Wellness Summit ™ (GWS), the foremost gathering of leaders in the global wellness economy, has announced that its 20th annual conference will take place in Phuket, Thailand from November 10-13, 2026. The landmark event—which will be the largest Global Wellness Summit to date—will convene CEOs of leading wellness companies, physicians and academics, investors, technology innovators, and policymakers for four dynamic days examining the forces transforming all eleven sectors of the wellness economy, from wellness tourism and physical activity to mental wellness, beauty, spas, and wellness real estate, with a lens on the evolving longevity landscape.
Visitors become entrepreneurs, discover opportunities in Yunnan
More and more travelers to Southwest China's Yunnan province are choosing to stay there longer and longer, and run their own businesses, attracted by the province's distinctive industries and comfortable living environment, said Wang Ning, secretary of the Communist Party of China Yunnan Provincial Committee and a deputy to the 14th National People's Congress, China's top legislature.
Visit Maldives Strengthens Support Measures Amid Global Travel Disruptions
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC), in close coordination with national ministries and industry stakeholders, has launched a comprehensive response strategy to address the ongoing disruptions affecting the global aviation network. Recognizing the operational difficulties and anxiety caused by recent flight cancellations, Visit Maldives is prioritizing traveler safety and destination resilience through a series of proactive measures designed to support both international guests and local industry partners.
Etihad Airways to resume limited flight schedule
Etihad Airways will resume a limited commercial flight schedule from 6 March 2026, operating between Abu Dhabi and a number of key destinations. Guests with previous bookings will be accommodated on these flights as soon as possible. Tickets are also available for sale on etihad.com.
World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards and World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance
World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards and World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (the Alliance) have announced the next chapter of their partnership, launching a multi-year programme that brings together the Awards and the Alliance’s Summit into one landmark global platform for sustainable travel and tourism.
The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) Marks International Women's Day
On the occasion of International Women's Day, Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA) celebrates Caribbean women who power the region's tourism industry and calls on its members and industry partners to move from recognition to action.
The timeless allure of the Amalfi Coast: defining the new standards of exclusive travel in Italy
There is a specific kind of light that exists only along the 50-kilometer stretch of coastline in the Campania region of Italy. It is a light that reflects off the cobalt Tyrrhenian Sea and illuminates the pastel-hued villages clinging precariously to the Lattari Mountains. Since the days of the Roman Empire, when emperors and aristocrats sought refuge from the heat of the capital in their maritime villas, the Amalfi Coast has stood as the global archetype of the coastal retreat. However, in 2026, the definition of travel in this UNESCO World Heritage site has shifted. It is no longer enough to merely "visit" the coast; today’s high-end travelers are seeking a deeper, more intentional form of immersion that prioritizes privacy, heritage, and architectural integrity over the standard luxuries of the past.
Epic Pass Lowers Prices for Gen Z to Make Hitting the Slopes Easier for Young Skiers & Snowboarders
In a major step to shape the future of skiing and snowboarding, Vail Resorts is doubling down on accessibility with new pricing for Gen Z and young travelers. Skiers and riders, ages 13 to 30, can now purchase the 2026/27 Epic Pass and Epic Local Pass for 20% less than standard pricing. Teens and young adults can score up to $220 in savings, with Epic Pass launching at $869 and Epic Local Pass at $649. All Passes for next season are on sale now at the lowest price of the year.
The Dyrt Publishes Seven Road Trip Guides That Span America
The Dyrt, the app to get the best campsites, built by the largest RVing and camping community in the U.S., has created comprehensive road trip guides for some of the most iconic routes in the country — and the best campgrounds along those routes — from coast to coast.
War in Middle East Trigger Volatile Security Perception and Early Signs of Demand Diversion
The escalation of the Middle East conflict has triggered diverse and sharp drops in travel security perception across Gulf destinations, prompting early signs of demand diversion among European and US travellers towards closer-to-home and long-haul alternatives, according to latest analysis of Mabrian (part of Almawave - Almaviva Group). US travellers are particularly sensitive to security concerns, while neighbouring destinations such as Egypt, Türkiye, and Jordan are feeling spillover effects on traveller confidence.
Breaking Travel News and Pacific Asia Travel Association announce new media partnership
Breaking Travel News (BTN) has announced a new media partnership with the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), strengthening collaboration between two influential voices in the global travel and tourism sector. Under the agreement, Breaking Travel News will serve as a supporting media partner for two of the association’s flagship events in 2026: the PATA Annual Summit (PAS 2026) taking place from 11–13 May in Gyeongju City and Pohang City, Republic of Korea, and PATA Travel Mart (PTM 2026) from 18–20 August in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.
Lonely Planet Unveils New App and Bookable Experiences as it Evolves to a Digital-First Platform
Lonely Planet has announced a new app alongside the launch of bookable travel experiences – marking its most significant evolution yet from trusted guidebooks to a connected travel platform.