As the British and Irish Lions Tour brings international attention to Sydney, the Opera House stands as one of the world’s most iconic cultural destinations at the heart of the harbour city. Experience Bennelong Point as it comes alive with entertainment, theatre, music, dining, tours and contemporary art that transforms every corner of the World Heritage-listed building into something extraordinary. Step inside and be a part of the story, with more to see and do than ever before:

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays announced the launch of their fifth destination in the Canary Islands, with brand-new flights and holidays to La Palma going on sale. As a result, the leading leisure airline and UK’s largest tour operator have lifted the curtain on the Canaries’ most tranquil treasure, offering services to La Palma from London Stansted and Manchester Airports, starting in Winter 26/27 and Summer 2026, respectively.

Viking® (www.viking.com) yesterday named its newest ocean ship, the Viking Vesta®, with a traditional ceremony in Split, Croatia. Serving as ceremonial godmother of the Viking Vesta was the Norwegian journalist, Lene Tangevald-Jensen. The Viking Vesta will now continue her inaugural season sailing in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe.

Marriott Hotels®, the namesake brand of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announced the opening of Pattaya Marriott Resort and Spa, introducing an exciting new era of wonderful hospitality to the shores of Thailand’s Eastern Seaboard, where local culture blends seamlessly with the vibrant buzz of Pattaya allowing families and travelers to indulge and discover.

The World Travel Awards 2025 program has set sail with a spectacular start, marked by the recent Africa and Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony that captivated travel enthusiasts and industry leaders alike. Held last weekend, this prestigious event showcased the pinnacle of hospitality, travel, and tourism across the vibrant regions of Africa and the Indian Ocean, honoring establishments that have consistently delivered exceptional guest experiences. As the excitement from the Africa and Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony settles, all eyes are now eagerly set on the upcoming event at The Ava Resort, Cancun, Mexico. Scheduled for the 27th of September, this next gala ceremony promises to be a dazzling affair, highlighting the best of Latin America’s travel and tourism industry.

Meliá Hotels International has been recognized as the most sustainable hotel company in Europe and the second worldwide in the newly released World’s 500 Most Sustainable Companies 2025 ranking, published by the prestigious TIME magazine in collaboration with data analytics firm Statista. Meliá is also listed among the top 20 Spanish companies in this global index, which highlights organizations with the strongest commitment and progress in sustainability.