Famous for its historical charm, year-round sunshine, canary-yellow trams and nearby beaches, Lisbon is also home to an array of cultural attractions that are unique to the region. From music to design to delicious foods, the team at Visit Lisboa (visitlisboa.com/en) has picked out several that showcase Lisbon’s distinctive charm.

Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has released its preliminary traffic figures for July 2024. The airline welcomed 1.7 million passengers, achieving a robust average load factor of 89% for the month.

Creating unforgettable memories that last a lifetime has been part of The Peninsula’s ethos since the very beginning, almost a century ago. Following this tradition, The Peninsula London unveils its new Peninsula Academy programme, offering extraordinary and immersive destination-specific experiences. New private tours and learning adventures will be introduced throughout the year, enlivening the range of once-in-a-lifetime activities available to guests.

The oneworld® alliance’s partnership with Elemental Cognition and use of its advanced AI capabilities in the EC AI Platform, powered by Google Cloud, have revolutionised the booking process for oneworld’s popular ‘Round the World’ tickets. This innovative AI travel agent was designed to streamline the process of booking intricate flight itineraries, addressing complex product rules and fluctuating flight availability. With the help of intuitive state-of-the-art AI technology, the new booking tool guides travellers in crafting elaborate itineraries that often involve multiple airlines, enhancing the global travel experience.

What makes a trip an experience? What makes a date on the calendar more than a marker of the seasons to become a lifelong memory shaped by the unexpected?  Whether it’s an elegant getaway for two at a snowy retreat, a few days exploring a new city with close friends, or a family adventure in a seaside escape, it’s never too early to get ahead of the crowd and lock in plans to give oneself the early gift of anticipation. From moments alone to celebrations together, here is a peek into dreams of the extraordinary that become reality at Four Seasons, where every stay is a stay like no other.

Air India, India’s leading global airline, and Arrivia, the world’s largest stand-alone travel loyalty provider and a travel technology company, have entered into a partnership for Air India’s Flying Returns loyalty programme. The partnership enables Air India Flying Returns members to earn Reward Points on their cruise trips on more than 40 major cruise lines, including Royal Caribbean International, P&O Cruises, Norwegian Cruises, MSC Cruises, Disney Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Costa & Cunard, among many others, offering over 30,000 itineraries across the world.