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Sharjah Airport Authority to Participate in World Travel Market London 2025
Sharjah Airport Authority (SAA) will participate in the World Travel Market (WTM) London 2025, taking place from 4 to 6 November 2025, where it will showcase its ongoing expansion projects and advanced smart travel systems designed to elevate the passenger experience. The Authority’s participation reflects its continuous efforts to strengthen its international presence, build strategic partnerships, and reinforce Sharjah’s position as a growing hub for travel, tourism, and logistics.
Oman Reveals Major Tourism Developments Across Hospitality, Air Travel, and Cruise Infrastructure
The Malkai Opening Autumn 2026: The Malkai is a new family-owned, experience-led hospitality concept immersing guests in the landscapes and heritage of Oman. Created by the family behind The Chedi Muscat, it realises a decade-long dream to share their homeland’s natural beauty with the world.
Iceland Travel Unveils New Offerings to Enhance Year-Round Tourism and Guest Experience
Iceland Travel has developed new seasonal tours that position Iceland as a year-round destination with different adventures and excursions available throughout the changing months. The three-day Kerlingarfjöll Deluxe Winter Highland Adventure includes high-adrenaline winter activities in the breathtaking Kerlingarfjöll mountains, whilst the five-day Hidden Powers & Volcanic Views summer tour features volcano visits, glacier tours and a dip in the world famous Blue Lagoon.
Mallorca Showcases Sustainable Tourism, Cultural Innovation, and Luxury Hospitality at WTM London 25
In late 2024, the Responsible Tourism Foundation of Mallorca, under the leadership of the Consell de Mallorca, announced the launch of its Responsible Tourism Pledge, ‘Ca Nostra’ – which translates to “Our House” – as the island’s commitment to promoting sustainable tourism and preserving the beauty of the island by encouraging visitors and residents alike to take care of the island as their temporary home. Through the pledge, the foundation invites every person who sets foot on the island to sign a shared commitment to safeguard Mallorca’s landscapes, traditions and communities for generations to come.
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Winter News from Austria 2025/26: New Hotels, New Lifts & Anniversaries
We’re quickly slipping into the winter season: Here’s what to expect in Austria in the upcoming months! The Halloween weekend, the recent clock change and the earlier sunsets are all clear signs that winter is knocking on our doors. And being Austrians, we couldn’t be more exciting about the season change. We pride ourselves in offering our guests something new every time they come visit. And this year is no exception: New hotels have opened - or are about to open - in almost every province. And new attractions, lifts and cable cars will make winter holidays in Austria even more attractive.
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Where Islands Meet: CROSSROADS Maldives Redefines Sustainable Island Living
A new era of travel is unfolding with CROSSROADS Maldives – a bold island destination that reimagines the modern luxury getaway. Set across a collection of beautiful islands connected by bridges and walkways, CROSSROADS Maldives brings together the best of barefoot luxury, lifestyle, and culture in one seamless destination. At its heart lies The Marina, a vibrant waterfront village where visitors can stroll between designer boutiques, oceanfront restaurants, cool cafés, and live entertainment venues – creating an atmosphere unlike anywhere else in the Indian Ocean.
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Taiwan Tourism Administration to Bring Local Culture, Sweet Treats and Football Legends to WTM 2025
Taiwan Tourism Administration (TTA) is set to bring the spirit of Taiwan to London this November at the annual World Travel Market (WTM). With a focus on sustainable tourism, cultural immersion and adventure travel, Taiwan is positioning itself as an exciting, meaningful and accessible destination for the modern UK traveller.
Great Rail Journeys Launches New Tour & Ocean Cruise Collection Aboard Azamara Vessels
The new collection has been thoughtfully curated by travel experts to bring each destination to life in a new style of holiday. On land, itineraries are infused with Great Rail Journey’s signature rail tours, where guests are guided by an expert Tour Manager, ensuring every moment is savoured and detail is taken care of, before boarding the ship to enjoy the luxury of boutique cruising.
Turkish Airlines is Relaunching its Sulaymaniyah Flights
Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other in the world relaunched its flights between Istanbul and Sulaymaniyah which were stopped on April 2023. Already possessing a strong network in the country with flights to Baghdad, Basra, Erbil, Kirkuk, and Najaf, flag carrier once again connects Iraq to the world with a total of six gateways. Starting on 2 November 2025, flights between İstanbul Airport and Sulaymaniyah International Airport are going to be operated with four weekly frequencies reciprocally on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. On 2026 Summer Schedule, flights are set to be increased to daily as of 27 March 2026.
Virgin Atlantic launches non-stop flights from London Heathrow to Phuket
Virgin Atlantic is delighted to be launching new services between London Heathrow and Phuket for Winter 2026, connecting sunshine seekers with Thailand’s breathtaking beaches and vibrant nightlife. The three times a week service will operate seasonally from 18th October 2026, capturing the growing demand for luxury winter escapes. As the only direct route from London Heathrow to Phuket, Brits will now be able to enjoy a seamless journey to one of Thailand’s most popular holiday destinations. Customers will be able to book package holidays with Virgin Atlantic Holidays from 30th October 2025, with prices starting from £999 per person. Flights will also be available to book from 26th November 2025 on virginatlantic.com.
Anantara Kafue River Tented Camp, Zambia: A Sanctuary Suspended Above the Wilderness
Anantara, the purveyor of immersive hospitality, is unveiling its first safari tented camp – Anantara Kafue River Tented Camp – set to launch in April 2026. Poised high above the banks of the Kafue River, one of Zambia’s most vital waterways, the luxury camp connects guests directly to Kafue National Park, the country’s largest and oldest reserve, drawing them into a vast, protected wilderness where wildlife roams across untouched terrain.
Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort Introduces Mekong Explorer Pool Suites
High above the confluence of Thailand, Laos and Myanmar, where mist rolls over jungle-cloaked hills and elephants roam freely through bamboo groves, Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort invites travellers to embrace the spirit of adventure with the launch of its new Mekong Explorer Pool & Mekong Explorer Family Suites. Available for bookings starting from November 1st, the four reimagined sanctuaries offer a fresh perspective on jungle luxury, inspired by the legacy of adventurers who once charted the Mekong River’s winding course.