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Viking Announces New Sailing Dates for India River Voyages Through 2029

Viking Announces New Sailing Dates for India River Voyages Through 2029

25 March 2026 Press Release Cruise News Organisations & Operators

Viking® today announced that new dates for its India river voyages in 2027, 2028 and 2029 are now open for booking. These additional dates include sailings on the Viking Ganges, a new vessel designed specifically for the Brahmaputra River. Currently under construction and scheduled to debut in 2028, the Viking Ganges will join her sister ship, the Viking Brahmaputra, which is set to begin operations in late 2027.

Flakes on a Plane

Flakes on a Plane

To celebrate the opening of their new base at Newcastle, easyJet and easyJet holidays have teamed up with Geordie institution Greggs to take sausage rolls to the air as they launch limited-edition Sausage Roll dipping sauces. The weird and wonderful flavours, inspired by new easyJet holiday destinations include a spin on the French classic Tarte Tatin, an original twist on the much-loved Spanish Sangria as well as a Kebab-inspired flavour that delivers a taste of Turkey.

LADERA INTRODUCES PRIVATE TREEHOUSE CINEMA EXPERIENCE

LADERA INTRODUCES PRIVATE TREEHOUSE CINEMA EXPERIENCE

25 March 2026 Press Release Hotel News Organisations & Operators

Couples can now enjoy a private night in the rainforest with Ladera Resort’s new Movie Night at the Treehouse experience, ideal for honeymooners, proposals, anniversaries, or just unwinding together beneath the stars. Tucked midway along the Ladera Nature Trail couples will have the treehouse to themselves for a three hour viewing experience, complete with wine, popcorn, and charcuterie.

Introducing the United Relax Row: Economy Seats that Transform into a Couch

Introducing the United Relax Row: Economy Seats that Transform into a Couch

25 March 2026 Press Release Airline News Organisations & Operators

United Airlines today announced the United Relax RowSM: a set of United Economy seats that can transform into a couch, creating a more comfortable option for customers traveling in the United Economy cabin on long-haul flights. United is the first North American airline to offer this kind of seating option and holds North American exclusivity on the design.

Marriott International and Sun Group Strengthen Strategic Relationship with the Signing of 10 Hotels

Marriott International and Sun Group Strengthen Strategic Relationship with the Signing of 10 Hotels

Marriott International, Inc. signed a multi-property agreement with Sun Group, Vietnam’s leading integrated destination and resort developer, to bring 10 new hotels and resorts, spanning eight of Marriott’s extraordinary brands and comprising almost 4,500 keys across Phu Quoc and Vung Tau. This agreement is set to mark the debut of two brands in Vietnam – W Hotels, the luxury lifestyle offering, and stylish and playful Moxy Hotels. These new properties are scheduled to open between 2027 and 2030, as integral elements of Sun Group’s game-changing developments. Marriott International were voted the World’s Leading Hotel Brand and Sun Group received the award for Asia’s Leading Integrated Tourism Group 2025 at the 2025 World Travel Awards.

United to Add 250+ Planes in Next Two Years – Most by Any Airline

United to Add 250+ Planes in Next Two Years – Most by Any Airline

24 March 2026 Press Release Airline News Organisations & Operators

United Airlines today announced the next phase of its long-term plan to win brand loyal customers and further differentiate itself from competitors. The airline expects to take delivery of more than 250 new aircraft by April 2028 – the most by any airline in a two-year period – to further modernize its fleet, add new aircraft variants, create a new experience for transcontinental travelers and introduce new onboard products for every customer, reinforcing United’s position as a leading premium airline.

JW MARRIOTT CRETE RESORT & SPA, CRETE’S MOST TALKED ABOUT LUXURY RESORT, REOPENS THIS SPRING

JW MARRIOTT CRETE RESORT & SPA, CRETE’S MOST TALKED ABOUT LUXURY RESORT, REOPENS THIS SPRING

24 March 2026 Press Release Hotel News Organisations & Operators Spa News

As Crete continues to emerge as one of the Mediterranean’s most compelling luxury destinations, JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa, the luxury seafront resort which launched in 2025, will reopen for the summer season on April 15, welcoming guests to a serene coastal retreat where architecture, nature and understated hospitality come together above the island’s dramatic shoreline near Chania.

Virgin Voyages to stage first full fleet meet-up at sea in 2027

Virgin Voyages to stage first full fleet meet-up at sea in 2027

Virgin Voyages will bring together all four of its kid-free ships at sea for the first time in February 2027, in what the line says will be the largest coordinated fleet gathering in cruise history. The event, named ‘Sisters at Sea’, will take place on February 16, 2027, when Scarlet Lady, Valiant Lady, Resilient Lady and Brilliant Lady meet at a fixed point in the Caribbean, approximately 44 miles north of Nuevitas, Cuba. More than 15,000 passengers and crew are expected to be onboard across the four vessels.

Madeira Strengthens UK Connectivity for Summer 2026

Madeira Strengthens UK Connectivity for Summer 2026

Madeira is set to strengthen connectivity from the UK for the summer season*, with increased frequency on both London and some regional routes. London will remain a key getaway to Madeira, with a consistent schedule of 31 weekly flights operating across the capital’s airports throughout the summer season, up from an average of 28 weekly flights last summer. The Bournemouth service, which launched last summer, returns for the summer season, and Bristol will benefit from increased frequency, rising from four to five flights per week, offering improved flexibility for travellers from the South West.

OKUPA BRINGS A NEW GENERATION OF URBAN HOSPITALITY TO THE GREEK CAPITAL

OKUPA BRINGS A NEW GENERATION OF URBAN HOSPITALITY TO THE GREEK CAPITAL

24 March 2026 Press Release Hotel News Organisations & Operators

One year after opening in the heart of Athens’ vibrant Psiri district, Okupa enters a new chapter, following a first year shaped by local recognition and word-of-mouth cult following among the city’s creative community. A new and next-generation expression of Athenian hospitality, Okupa was conceived for the modern traveller looking for an alternative to conventional boutique hospitality. Created not for a specific demographic but for those with a shared sensibility, Okupa reflects a more fluid, contemporary way of experiencing Athens — one where design, gastronomy, culture, music and people coexist within a single urban setting.

Luxury Group by Marriott International Unveils “Art of Arrival,”

Luxury Group by Marriott International Unveils “Art of Arrival,”

In celebration of this year’s Hong Kong Art Month, Luxury Group by Marriott International unveils “Art of Arrival,” a new artist residency program that invites emerging Chinese artist Chen Zuo to present a journey across place and perspective. Through an immersive residency, a commissioned piece, and an international exhibition circuit, “Art of Arrival” transforms arrival into a creative journey – inviting guests and audiences to experience the intersection of place, imagination, and design.

CHTA AND TRIPTEASE TO HOST SECOND ANNUAL DIRECT BOOKING SUMMIT CARIBBEAN IN ANTIGUA & BARBUDA

CHTA AND TRIPTEASE TO HOST SECOND ANNUAL DIRECT BOOKING SUMMIT CARIBBEAN IN ANTIGUA & BARBUDA

As Caribbean hoteliers face mounting distribution costs and intensifying competition for direct guest relationships, the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) and Triptease are bringing proven, revenue-focused solutions to the region. Now in its second year, the Direct Booking Summit (DBS) Caribbean edition returns on Thursday, May 15, 2026, at Sandals Grande Antigua — immediately following the 2026 Caribbean Travel Marketplace.