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TOURISE and Globant Unveil Game-Changing Report on Agentic Tourism
Imagine a traveler’s perfect day planning itself, rerouting around a rainstorm, prompting a café to add staff before the lunch rush, suggesting a quiet gallery when crowds swell. This is the promise of Agentic Tourism, an AI-powered operating model introduced in a new white paper by TOURISE and Globant, a digitally native company that helps organizations thrive in a digital and AI-powered future, with strategic contribution from Kearney. The report, titled Tourism’s AI Takeover: Reinventing Travel through Agentic Tourism, presents a practical framework for transforming the tourism experience, making it more seamless, intelligent, and emotionally resonant.
NOBU HOSPITALITY AND FOSTER + PARTNERS ANNOUNCE 619 BRICKELL
Nobu Hospitality, proudly announces the brand’s first residential project in Miami and a new architectural icon along Biscayne Bay. Developed in partnership with 13th Floor Investments and Key International, this visionary project marks a new chapter for the Nobu brand—where refined design, elevated service, and the essence of modern Japanese luxury come together in the hands of masters, uniting to create one extraordinary address.
Volcan de mi Tierra Partners With The Only Caviar and TY Bar At The Four Seasons Hotel New York
Volcan de mi Tierra, the family-owned luxury Tequila brand created through a joint venture between Mexico’s esteemed Gallardo family and global luxury leader Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH), celebrated The 6th Taste, a landmark tasting experience held on Dia de Los Muertos in collaboration with The Only Caviar and TY Bar at the Four Seasons Hotel New York.
THE LEELA PALACES, HOTELS AND RESORTS EXPANDS ITS FOOTPRINT IN RAJASTHAN
The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts, India’s only pure play luxury hotel brand, today announced the signing of a management agreement with The Godwin Group for The Leela Jaisalmer, marking its foray into Rajasthan’s fabled desert capital, the Golden City. Spread across 30 acres of desert landscape, this 80-room luxury Desert Resort and Spa is slated to open in 2026, further expanding The Leela’s footprint across India’s most captivating leisure and cultural destinations. The signing marks a significant milestone in The Leela’s strategic growth journey reflecting its commitment to expanding through a balanced portfolio of owned and managed assets, while maintaining its hallmark of luxury and service excellence.
Winter, Reimagined: Oceania Cruises® to Sail its First-Ever Full Winter Season in the Mediterranean
Oceania Cruises®, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused luxury cruise line, invites travelers to embark on a new era of exploration during its first-ever full winter season of Mediterranean sailings aboard Oceania Allura, the line’s latest expression of intimate, seagoing luxury.
Spirit Airlines Coasts into the Florida Keys with Launch of Key West Service
The Sunshine State is getting even brighter with Spirit Airlines’ iconic yellow planes officially landing at the Southernmost Point. The Florida-based carrier launched the only nonstop service between Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Key West International Airport (EYW), offering a quick, easy alternative to driving for South Floridians.
Merlin Entertainments Launches a Search for Junior Galaxy Explorers
Ignite your spacecraft engines! LEGOLAND® Florida and LEGOLAND® California Resorts are preparing for their biggest investment to date by launching a nationwide search for a lucky team of Junior Galaxy Explorers who will be the first to ride Galacticoaster on opening day on their designated coast! The first indoor, space-themed family coaster is opening at both Resorts in early 2026, and this record-setting addition will send families rocketing through a universe of LEGO® imagination and space-powered adventure.
ROYAL CARIBBEAN EXPANDS ARTIST DISCOVERY PROGRAM
Royal Caribbean takes its Artist Discovery Program from ship to shore with the latest selection of artists to be featured at Royal Beach Club Paradise Island, the first-of-its-kind beach club destination opening December 2025. As part of the program, the vacation brand has chosen 11 local Bahamian artists to curate art pieces across 25 locations at the first beach club in the Royal Beach Club Collection, combining the beauty and spirit of The Bahamas with all-inclusive experiences to bring to life the ultimate beach day.
Pierce County Invites Winter Travelers to Find Solitude and Snow in the “Snow Seeker” Itinerary
Visit Tacoma-Pierce County invites winter travelers to slow down, bundle up, and discover the peaceful side of the Pacific Northwest with “Snow Seeker: A 3-Day Itinerary.” The new itinerary highlights the quiet beauty of Pierce County’s snow season, where mountain air feels sharper, the forests fall silent, and small-town life settles into a comforting rhythm near Mount Rainier.
WTTC is delighted to announce that the Zagreb Tourist Board has joined as a Destination Partner
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is s delighted to announce that the Zagreb Tourist Board has joined as a Destination Partner, reinforcing WTTC’s growing network of leading destinations committed to advancing sustainable growth and innovation in global Travel & Tourism. The Zagreb Tourist Board is the official organisation dedicated to promoting Croatia’s capital as an attractive and dynamic tourist destination. Its mission is to showcase Zagreb’s rich cultural heritage, vibrant urban atmosphere, and authentic local experiences throughout the year.
Boeing to Highlight Middle East Partnerships and Growth at Dubai Airshow 2025
Boeing will showcase its leading commercial, defense and services portfolio at the Dubai Airshow 2025, underscoring the company’s commitment to the Middle East, a key strategic market where it has built a legacy of partnership for more than 80 years.
Air Astana Selects up to 15 Boeing 787 Dreamliners to Expand Global Network
Boeing and Air Astana JSC have announced the Kazakhstan flag carrier will purchase up to 15 787 Dreamliners to grow and modernize its fleet. The agreement for additional 787-9 airplanes will enable Air Astana to expand its operations and enhance its passengers’ experience.