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United Airlines’ Spring Break Travel Forecast + Travel Trends

United Airlines’ Spring Break Travel Forecast + Travel Trends

6 March 2026 Press Release Airline News Organisations & Operators

United expects more than 27 million customers over spring break (between March 6 – April 27) – this will be the most passengers the airline has ever flown over spring break. United expects about 520,000 passengers per day on average, and plans to operate about 4,900 daily flights. United is ready – through the first two months of the year, United has had the most on-time departures of any U.S. airline; the airline also finished the month of February with the most on-time departures of any U.S. airline.

ITB Berlin 2026: The industry sets an example for dialogue and resilience in uncertain times

ITB Berlin 2026: The industry sets an example for dialogue and resilience in uncertain times

On its 60th anniversary, the World’s Leading B2B Travel Trade Show gathered nearly 97,000 attendees from numerous source and destination markets. Despite the tense situation in the Middle East, which in some cases led to a lack of flights, the World’s Leading Travel Trade Show again demonstrated the importance of trust, international cooperation and face-to-face meetings in the industry. Due to a one-off change in dates, the next ITB Berlin will take place from 16 to 18 March 2027.

Kenya Invites the World to Experience Wonder at ITB Berlin 2026

Kenya Invites the World to Experience Wonder at ITB Berlin 2026

5 March 2026 Focus

Berlin knows spectacle. And on the global stage of ITB Berlin 2026, Kenya delivered one of the fair’s most evocative moments with the international launch of its new destination campaign, “Experience Wonder – Magical Kenya.” Unveiled at the world’s leading travel trade show during its landmark 60th anniversary, the campaign marked a bold evolution in how Kenya tells its story to the world. More than a rebrand, Experience Wonder is a re‑positioning—an invitation to see Kenya not only as a land of iconic wildlife, but as a multi‑dimensional destination where culture, creativity, adventure and deep human heritage converge.

A perspective on  International Women’s Day

A perspective on International Women’s Day

5 March 2026 Press Release Organisations & Operators

A perspective on International Women’s Day with Sharon Palmer, Managing Director of Camps International (UK & Middle East), reflecting on leadership, career growth, and the value of staying open to opportunities even when the path forward is uncertain.

Marriott  Announces Significant Growth and Strategic Expansion in the Caribbean and Latin America

Marriott Announces Significant Growth and Strategic Expansion in the Caribbean and Latin America

5 March 2026 Press Release Hotel News Organisations & Operators

Marriott International, Inc. announced an outstanding year of growth in its Caribbean and Latin America (CALA) region in 2025. The company achieved a record 94 signed deals in the region, adding 10,461 rooms to the pipeline, an increase of 40 percent in signed transactions and more than 30 percent in signed rooms compared to 2024. This performance reinforces Marriott’s long-term commitment to diversified expansion and meeting evolving owner interests in the CALA region.

Disney Cruise Line Christens Disney Adventure with Star-Studded, Music-Filled Celebration

Disney Cruise Line Christens Disney Adventure with Star-Studded, Music-Filled Celebration

Disney Cruise Line welcomed its newest ship, the Disney Adventure, to its rapidly expanding fleet in a dazzling entertainment showcase that celebrated the beloved Disney stories, characters, and music that come to life onboard. The elegant artistry of the christening ceremony punctuated the introduction of the cruise line’s first ever ship to sail in Southeast Asia.

Trip.com Group Reinforces AI Innovation and European Collaboration at ITB Berlin

Trip.com Group Reinforces AI Innovation and European Collaboration at ITB Berlin

Trip.com Group concluded its participation at ITB Berlin with strong demonstrations of its leadership in travel technology, artificial intelligence and strategic partnerships across Europe. At a series of panel discussions, the company shared insights into how innovation and data are reshaping traveller behaviour and partner opportunities, underscoring its commitment to powering the full travel journey from trip planning to in-trip support and beyond.