Jetstar has launched Points Plus Pay for Business Class upgrades, adding a new upgrade option for eligible Qantas Frequent Flyer members. Through Points Plus Pay, eligible Frequent Flyers can bid for a Business Class seat on Jetstar‑operated Boeing 787 international flights using a combination of Qantas Points and cash, creating additional flexibility and great value when upgrading.

IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed HUALUXE Taipei in partnership with Fullon Hotels & Resorts, marking the brand’s debut in the Taiwan market and another step forward in bringing HUALUXE Hotels & Resorts to more markets around the world. Expected to open in 2026, the hotel builds on the partners’ successful collaboration on voco Chiayi and IHG’s growing presence in the Taiwan market.

Today, Wizz Air announces plans to roll out Starlink connectivity across its fleet in 2027, becoming the first European ultra-low-cost carrier to bring Starlink’s advanced in-flight internet technology to millions of travellers. This announcement marks a significant milestone not only for Wizz Air, but for the evolution of affordable and always-connected air travel.

Situated on the golden shores of Jebel Ali Beach, JA The Resort invites guests to embrace the season of sun-soaked days, meaningful moments, and effortless relaxation. This Summer, the resort has crafted a special experience for those looking to make the most of their break, with ‘Summer Dining Stays’ available across its three distinct hotels for stays between June 1st and September 30th. Meanwhile, a series of fresh experiences across leisure, dining, and spa offer even more reasons to embrace the laidback pace of the warmer months.

IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, has announced the signing of a management agreement with Zon Hotels (Mumbai) Private Limited to develop InterContinental Mumbai Goregaon. Scheduled to open in Q1 2030, the hotel marks a significant addition to IHG’s luxury portfolio in India and further strengthens its presence in Mumbai, one of the country’s leading commercial and hospitality markets. Located in Goregaon, one of Mumbai’s thriving western suburbs, InterContinental Mumbai Goregaon will feature 350 elegantly appointed guest rooms, including 70 suites. Strategically positioned between Andheri and Malad, the hotel will offer seamless connectivity across the city, providing an ideal destination for both business and leisure travellers. This signing expands IHG’s luxury presence in Mumbai and reinforces its commitment to growth in one of India’s most dynamic hospitality markets.

As work becomes more digital, fast-paced and increasingly disconnected, a critical driver of workplace performance in every sector is being overlooked: human-led hospitality. Today, Hilton unveiled “The Hospitality Mindset: A New Blueprint for Culture and Performance for Any Industry,” a new report where workers overwhelmingly cite human-centered factors as the strongest drivers of productivity and satisfaction at work. The report combines new workforce research from Ipsos and Morning Consult among U.S. workers with insights from leaders at Hilton’s top-performing hotels to identify the emerging behaviors shaping the future of work and examine how hospitality-inspired leadership can strengthen workplace culture across industries.