Japanese traditions have always heavily inspired global wellness trends - from shinrin-yoku (forest bathing) and qi spots to Kon Mari. Here ways of mindful living and longevity are passed down the generations through a combination of unmodified foods, being out in nature and, of course, an ancient Onsen culture. Visitors to the Setouchi region can explore this proactive approach to preventative wellness on a bike trail spanning approximately 70 km between the islands of the Seto Inland Sea, at Japan’s oldest hot spring resort and by ‘brewing’ themselves in an historic sake-factory-turned-guesthouse.

Cruise Planners, the nation’s largest home-based travel agency franchise network, made several exciting, game-changing announcements during their annual CP World Convention. Among those announcements is a new suite of industry first, time-saving tools designed to simplify and enhance the day-to-day operations of their travel advisors.

The Florida Keys & Key West are open to visitors, with tourism infrastructure fully intact throughout the 125-mile-long island chain after Hurricane Milton’s outer bands brushed the Keys last week. The Florida Keys Overseas Highway, including all 42 bridges, is open as usual. Key West and Florida Keys Marathon international airports are open and operational as is the Port of Key West, which is receiving cruise ships.

Summer is a distant memory for many and as most of Europe braces for the onset of winter, a five-star resort in Cyprus is on a mission to ensure every guest’s holiday is filled with sun and fun. City of Dreams Mediterranean is offering guests a complimentary future stay to those who visit this winter, and don’t have a sunny day.

TAP Air Portugal announces that the final phase of the Altitude Film Fest, its first on-board film festival, is underway on board the airline’s long-haul flights. Passengers can cast their votes until 31 October 2024. The initiative that celebrates the world of cinema now offers passengers the unique opportunity to take part in choosing the best short films, directly from the aircraft’s entertainment systems. The first edition of the Altitude Film Fest received a total of 355 submissions, including 101 documentaries and 254 fiction films.

The sixth Maison Cheval Blanc, curled around the Anse Intendance beach on Mahé Island in the Seychelles, embodies an exceptional art of living in one of the world’s most beautiful destinations. The 52 villas offer stunning, uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean - 24 border the white sand beach and 28 are hidden in the green hills - , blending into the Seychellois nature. Each villa, which range in size from 220m² to 620m², has its own 12,5-metre swimming pool, making it the perfect place to holiday as a couple, a family or with friends.