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SOUTHWEST AIRLINES BEGINS INTERLINE PARTNERSHIP WITH SINGAPORE AIRLINES
Southwest Airlines Co. and Singapore Airlines have partnered to offer travelers around the globe single-ticket journeys to and from the United States, connecting to places where Southwest and Singapore Airlines fly. Southwest Executives shared the news of the interline partnership during the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Annual General Meeting in Brazil.
Lufthansa Group at ILA Berlin 2026: Anniversary Aircraft and Lufthansa Technik Defense
The Lufthansa Group will have a dual presence at this year’s International Aerospace Exhibition (ILA) in Berlin: with its Airbus A320neo at the Airbus Static Display in Lufthansa’s special 100th founding anniversary livery, and with the Lufthansa Technik Defense exhibition booth.
Archi and NEXT Announce USD 300 Million Swissôtel Resort on Georgia’s Black Sea Coast
Georgia’s #1 developer Archi and NEXT, the country’s first international development company, have announced the joint development of Swissôtel Kobuleti Beach Resort, a USD 300 million premium hotel-residential complex on the Black Sea coast in Kobuleti.
Anantara Presents La Dolce Riviera
Anantara Hotels & Resorts unveils La Dolce Riviera, an immersive summer concept connecting three iconic European destinations — Rome, Nice, and Amalfi — in a seamless celebration of Mediterranean elegance, culture, and art de vivre.
LENNY PEARCE STEPS INTO THE HEADLINER SPOT AT BEACHES® RESORTS’ FALL FAM JAM 2026
Beaches Resorts is unveiling the 2026 lineup for its annual Fall Fam Jam, returning this autumn with live performances by toddler techno sensation Lenny Pearce, and a new wave of Sesame Street® experiences. Running September through October across Jamaica and Turks & Caicos, the Fall Fam Jam brings forward a vibrant, all-inclusive, festival-style experience designed for families to connect and soak up the sun as fall begins to settle in.
Lufthansa Group and ANA to add ITA Airways to their Europe Japan Joint Venture
ITA Airways takes another step towards becoming part of the Lufthansa Group. The strategic Europe Japan Joint Venture of Lufthansa Group (LHG) and All Nippon Airways (ANA) will be expanded to include ITA Airways by the Lufthansa Group as of autumn of this year. A corresponding agreement was signed the previous day at the IATA Annual General Meeting in Rio de Janeiro. The Italian airline’s entry into the largest Joint Venture between Europe and Japan will enable deeper cooperation in many key areas. It will include the European network of ITA Airways, including Italy domestic and the Maghreb as well as its long-haul route between Rome Fiumicino and Tokyo-Haneda. This complements the existing scope of the Joint Venture in Italy with the current ANA connection from Tokyo-Haneda to Milan-Malpensa.
Emirates ready to invest in daily flights to Berlin and Stuttgart
Emirates today confirmed it stands ready to launch daily services to Berlin and Stuttgart, committing more than 100 million EUR each year in operational expenses, staff, airport charges, fuel and other expenditures, subject to the approval of the German Federal Ministry of Transport. Berlin sits as the political heart of Europe’s largest economy. A city of 3.9 million people, it is home to a thriving start-up ecosystem, well-established diplomatic community, and a cultural scene that draws millions of visitors each year. Yet its long-haul connectivity has not kept pace with the city’s strong global credentials. In fact, according to OAG schedule data, over 85% of Berlin Brandenburg Airport’s international connectivity is concentrated within Europe.
Sandals Resorts’ Future Goals Program Inspires the Next Generation of Fútbol Dreamers & Vacationers
As Curaçao prepares for a historic summer on the global soccer stage, Sandals Resorts is celebrating the island’s passion for the game both on and off the field. Through Future Goals, a sustainability-driven youth initiative led by the Sandals Foundation in partnership with Dutch football club AFC Ajax and local recycler Limpi Recycling, students across Curaçao are learning that the power of sport extends far beyond the final whistle. At the same time, guests visiting Sandals Royal Curaçao this summer are invited to experience the island’s soccer spirit firsthand through the resort’s new Vacation Goals: Curaçao Edition program, creating a unique connection between community impact and cultural celebration.
Long Beach, CA Celebrates America’s 250th with Three Simultaneous Firework Shows
Long Beach will celebrate Independence Day in unforgettable fashion with “Sea to Shining LBC: America’s 250,” a weeklong patriotic celebration blending pyrotechnics, athletics and entertainment, culminating in a spectacular Independence Day fireworks finale with three simultaneous shows stretching across the city’s 5.5-mile coastline.
Hard Rock International Kicks Off Summer of Soccer with “All Teams. One Place.” Campaign
Hard Rock International today unveiled its “All Teams. One Place.” campaign in celebration of this summer’s biggest global soccer tournament, powered by a partnership with record-breaking athlete and Hard Rock brand ambassador, Leo Messi. Spanning Hard Rock properties around the world, the campaign brings fans together through: a global sweepstakes that features a special Messi meet-and-greet grand prize and more than 300 additional prizes including Hard Rock Hotel stays and Unity loyalty program points*; exclusive Messi Legendary Suite experiences at Hard Rock Hotel New York and Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood; a new Messi Legendary Burger crafted in collaboration with the legend himself; new globally inspired shareable menu items added for a limited time; World Cup countries apparel; and new additions to the Messi retail collection – all part of one legendary lineup.
Introducing New Yacht Residential Suites Aboard the Next Four Seasons Yacht
Building on the success of the March 2026 launch of Four Seasons I, Four Seasons Yachts continues to meaningfully expand with the introduction of Four Seasons II. The second vessel represents the evolution of the ultra-luxury yachting experience, while introducing a new calibre of accommodation through its Yacht Residential Suites.
The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival Returns to Baha Mar for Its Fifth Year with New Talent
Today, Baha Mar announces the return of the highly anticipated Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival, taking place from October 21–25, 2026 at the luxury resort destination. Now entering its fifth year, the festival continues to evolve as one of the region’s premier celebrations of culinary excellence, artistic expression, and Bahamian culture.