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VidantaWorld Voyages Unveils 2027 Mediterranean Sailings for ELEGANT Featuring Cannes Film Festival
VidantaWorld Voyages has announced 2027 Mediterranean itineraries for its ultra-yacht ELEGANT, highlighted by a rare total solar eclipse sailing positioned in the path of totality in the Mediterranean - offering guests one of the most distinctive and precisely positioned travel experiences available in Europe.
Scandinavian Airlines Launches Multiple Forms of Payment Through ARC
Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC) have announced that Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has activated Multiple Forms of Payment (MFOP), expanding flexibility for travel agencies and customers processing GDS EDIFACT transactions through ARC’s settlement platform.
WTM Spotlight Riyadh to accelerate growth of the Kingdom’s rapidly growing MICE industry
As Saudi Arabia advances its Vision 2030 economic diversification agenda, the Kingdom’s Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) industry is emerging as one of the fastest-growing segments within its tourism ecosystem. Against this backdrop, WTM Spotlight Riyadh will serve as a global platform to showcase the country’s expanding capacity to host world-class business events, bringing and connecting international planners with opportunities across the Kingdom. According to Mordor Intelligence, Saudi Arabia’s MICE market is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 9.82% through to 2031, reaching US$5.65 billion, reflecting the Kingdom’s substantial investment in venues, aviation, hospitality, and supporting infrastructure.
New ticket categories and more ways to experience the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
The F1 season has resumed and the championship is gaining momentum again ahead of its December finale at Yas Marina Circuit. With anticipation building for what could be another decisive showdown, the Formula 1® Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix has expanded its ticket offering with the premium 16/360 experience now on sale and a new three-day Abu Dhabi Hill ticket available from AED 995. Further ticket categories and additional hospitality options will be announced in the coming weeks.
CABOT HIGHLANDS CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING OF TOM DOAK-DESIGNED OLD PETTY
Cabot, global developer and operator of luxury golf destinations, today announces the grand opening of Old Petty, its highly anticipated second course at Cabot Highlands in the heart of the Scottish Highlands.
Tripmasters Expands with New Experience-Focused Vacation Packages Designed for Stress-Free Travel
Tripmasters, the leading provider of customizable independent vacations since 1984, is expanding its travel offerings with the launch of its new Experience Packages and “Unpack, Relax & Explore” vacation collections, designed for travelers seeking a more immersive and lower-stress way to explore Europe.
Orlando World Center Marriott Celebrates 40 Years With “Pick Your Perks” Offer
Orlando World Center Marriott, the world’s largest Marriott hotel under one roof, is marking its 40th anniversary with the launch of “Pick Your Perks,” an offer available through December 23, 2026.
Moldova Celebrates 25 Years of National Wine Day
The Republic of Moldova will mark the 25th anniversary of National Wine Day under the slogan “United by Wine” on 3–4 October 2026 in Chișinău, celebrating a milestone that reflects the country’s transformation into an increasingly recognized player in the global wine industry. As one of the few countries in the world to dedicate a national holiday to wine, Moldova has turned National Wine Day into a major cultural and tourism event, attracting thousands of visitors annually and showcasing the evolution of its wine sector on the international stage.
Nômade Temple Tulum, Nômade Temple Holbox & Be Destination Tulum Launch Creative Summer Season
Along the Caribbean coast of Mexico, a new rhythm of travel is emerging. Nômade Temple Tulum, Be Destination Tulum, and Nômade Temple Holbox unveil Creative Season, an immersive cultural program running from May through November that reimagines the traditional hospitality calendar as a space for exploration, experimentation, and creative expression.
Sun-Soaked Greek Escapes for Every Generation with H Hotels Collection
As UK travellers increasingly move away from long-haul travel amid ongoing global uncertainty Greece stands out as a closer-to-home option, offering consistent sunshine, accessible travel, and a strong sense of escapism. H Hotels Collection a family-run group of hotels in Rhodes and Athens, has recently renovated several of their hotels across the portfolio offering refurbished rooms, enhanced dining concepts and refreshed leisure facilities, ensuring a more elevated and contemporary guest experience.
Jamaica to Host 2nd CTO Air Connectivity Summit Next February
Jamaica will host the second annual Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) Air Connectivity Summit in Kingston on Feb. 23, 2027, building on the success of this year’s inaugural event in Bermuda and aiming to advance regional air travel amid ongoing global challenges. Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett made the announcement while speaking at the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association’s (CHTA) Caribbean Travel Marketplace in Antigua on Thursday.
World first: CHTA Marketplace goes virtual
Virtual World Internet, https://www.virtualworldinternet.com/ has created the first immersive digital twin of Caribbean Travel Marketplace, opening the region’s flagship travel trade event to a global audience 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. For the first time in its 44-year history, Caribbean Travel Marketplace can now be experienced virtually.