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Emirates unveils its latest Bulgari amenity kits for First and Business Class customers
Emirates has unveiled its latest collection of luxury Bulgari amenity kits for First and Business Class customers, continuing a partnership with the iconic Italian luxury house that has spanned more than 16 years. The new Spring/Summer collection marks the 18th iteration of Emirates’ exclusive Bulgari amenity kits and will be introduced gradually across select long-haul flight routes throughout the year. Designed to complement Emirates’ latest retrofitted cabin interiors, the collection combines sophisticated aesthetics, premium materials and Bulgari’s most celebrated fragrances, ensuring customers enjoy an elevated inflight experience from take-off to landing.
The Hari Singapore to Open in 2027
Harilela Hotels has set its sights on Singapore as the third home for its acclaimed hotel brand The Hari, complementing the existing properties in London and Hong Kong. The spring 2027 opening will see the Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre transformed into a luxury 326-bedroom hotel featuring a rooftop pool, executive lounge, dining and wellness experiences, and the brand’s signature revolving rota of artwork.
From City Heat to Island Bliss: CROSSROADS Maldives Invites GCC Travellers to Return to Paradise
Kicking off the summer holiday season, SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection by Hilton and Hard Rock Hotel Maldives invite GCC residents to swap the desert heat for the turquoise calm of the Indian Ocean with the newly extended offers designed around the region’s love of effortless luxury, privacy, family-friendly flexibility and seamless weekend travel. Created exclusively for the GCC and Türkiye markets, the offers elevate short stays with a suite of benefits designed around regional travel preferences
A SUMMER OF WELLBEING AT MANDARIN ORIENTAL JUMEIRA, DUBAI
Framed by views of the Arabian Gulf and Dubai’s coastline, Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai welcomes the summer season with a collection of wellness experiences designed to support relaxation, restoration and overall wellbeing. From dedicated spa days and advanced facial therapies to targeted body treatments and innovative wellness technologies, the summer offering provides an opportunity to pause, recharge and embrace a renewed sense of balance throughout the season.
easyJet announces two new routes from London Southend to Lyon and Sharm el-Sheikh
easyJet has announced two new routes between London Southend Airport and Lyon and Sharm el-Sheikh, further strengthening its network and providing customers in Essex and the wider South East with even greater choice for winter travel. Flights are on sale from today, with services to Lyon set to commence on 3 December 2026, operating twice a week on Thursdays and Sundays. Flights to Sharm el-Sheikh will begin on 4 January 2027, operating twice a week on Mondays and Fridays.
The Standard, Brussels Joins World of Hyatt, Expanding The Standard’s Global Loyalty Offering
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced The Standard, Brussels officially joins World of Hyatt, Hyatt’s award-winning global loyalty program. The milestone marks a significant step in the continued integration of The Standard brand into Hyatt’s global ecosystem, further expanding access to its culturally driven hotels for a growing base of loyalty members worldwide. The Standard, Brussels is the first Hyatt hotel in Belgium.
Australia’s newest Dark Sky Reserve in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland launches stargazing packages
The Sunshine Coast Hinterland has been confirmed as Queensland’s first Dark Sky Reserve, and only the second in Australia, making it now a premier destination both during the day and at night. In June 2026, a Dark Sky Reserve was established across 870 square kilometres of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, making it one of the most accessible places in Australia to stargaze.
Minos Palace Resort, Crete, Unveils New Infinity Lagoon Suites
Following resort renovations in 2025 that included the introduction of the Nao Longevity Hub, Greece’s must-visit wellness destination, Minos Palace Resort in Crete is delighted to now unveil the new Infinity Lagoon Suites for summer 2026.
Brits Turn the ‘Microcation’ Trend Into a Summer Travel Habit
Earlier this year, travel experts highlighted the rise of the ‘microcation’ - shorter, more intentional holidays lasting just a few days. New booking data from SuperEscapes now suggests the trend is influencing how Brits are travelling this summer, with holidaymakers increasingly swapping the traditional week abroad for shorter beach escapes.
Michelin-Starred Dining Arrives at St. Regis Maldives
The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort will welcome seven acclaimed culinary talents for August as part of Marriott International’s 2026 Luxury Dining Series, ‘Across the Table’, headlined by two-Michelin-starred Chef Emmanuel Stroobant. Taking place from 26-30 August, the programme will unite chefs and mixologists from four St. Regis hotels across Asia for an immersive celebration of modern gastronomy, spanning intimate cooking experiences, omakase dining, heritage-led Indian cuisine, inventive cocktail pairings and refined four-course menus.
How Vietnam is Redrawing the Southeast Asian Tourism Map
Digital travel platform Agoda has recorded close to a 50% year-on-year rise in international accommodation searches into Vietnam in 2025. The data points to a destination that has moved decisively up travelers’ shortlists, likely fueled by a combination of policy reform, improved air access, and infrastructure investment that is reshaping how the world thinks about Vietnam as a place to visit.
Hilton Hotels & Resorts Debuts a New Beachfront Resort in Malaysia
Hilton has announced the opening of Hilton Burau Bay Langkawi Resort, expanding the presence of its flagship brand in Malaysia. Nestled between a centuries-old tropical rainforest and the Andaman Sea, the resort is a sanctuary for travelers seeking a connection to both the island’s natural beauty and their personal wellbeing.