On July 11 and 12, 2026, Martinique will host the 4th edition of the Reggae Therapy Festival. This landmark international event, held in the capital of Fort-de-France, has quickly established itself as one of the most inspiring reggae gatherings in the Caribbean. Winner of France’s “Best Reggae Festival Award” in 2024, Martinique’s Reggae Therapy seamlessly blends the natural beauty of the Caribbean with the immaculate vibes of reggae. The festival is recognized for the quality of its experience, its unique identity, and its ability to connect music, culture, and territory in a single dynamic.

In the tranquil northern reaches of the Maldives, where turquoise lagoons meet powder-soft sands and time seems to move more gently, Noku Maldives, Vignette Collection offers a more serene and intimate way to experience island life. Set on the peaceful island of Kudafunafaru in Noonu Atoll, the resort invites guests into a world shaped by quiet beauty, effortless comfort and a deep connection to nature. Far removed from the pace of everyday life, mornings begin with the sound of waves lapping the shore, while days unfold slowly between sunlit lagoons, barefoot walks on the beach and unhurried moments beneath swaying palms.

ITB Asia 2026 will return to the Sands Expo & Convention Centre in Singapore from 21 to 23 October 2026, co-located with MICE Show Asia and Travel Tech Asia. Over three days, the event is expected to welcome more than 18,000 participants, 1,500+ quality buyers, over 1,000 exhibitors and more than 160 speakers from across the global travel and tourism industry.

A new era of alpine adventure begins in Winter 2026 as YTL Hotels’  Niseko Village unveils its long-anticipated gondola upgrade. Designed with both comfort and discovery in mind, the next generation lift system promises to transform the mountain experience, offering guests smoother journeys, spectacular views and more time on the slopes. Replacing the long-serving Mori-no Chair, which has carried skiers and snowboarders since the early 1980s, the new Mori-no Gondola will feature sleek cabins that more than double uplift capacity, while cocooning passengers in warmth and comfort. Divided into two sections with an intermediate station, the gondola has been designed for all-weather performance and will continue operating even when conditions at higher elevations become more challenging. Among its 86 cabins, four VIP cabins will feature tables for light dining, while two glass-floor cabins will offer a thrilling new perspective of Niseko’s snow-covered landscape.

flynas, the leading low-cost airline in the world and the best LCC in the Middle East, announced the launch of direct flights connecting Jeddah with the Moroccan capital, Rabat, starting July 4th, to become the first Saudi carrier to operate direct flights between the two cities, expanding the carrier’s flight network and offering more travel options between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Kingdom of Morocco. flynas will operate a direct weekly flight between Jeddah and Rabat, joining its existing direct flights between Jeddah and Casablanca, which were launched in 2023 with three weekly flights. This expansion aims to provide flexible options for passengers and meet the demand for travel between the two countries.

Today, Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, partners with the Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT) Abu Dhabi to provide complimentary medical travel insurance with The National Insurance Company – Daman, to all international visitors arriving in Abu Dhabi on Etihad-operated flights. The initiative illustrates the ambition of both Etihad and DCT Abu Dhabi to meet travel demand to Abu Dhabi, with an offering that goes beyond the flight itself and ensuring every visitor arrives well-travelled and well-protected.