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• Thailand strengthens global leadership in sustainable tourism

  The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), together with strategic partners, successfully concluded the Global Sustainable Tourism Conference (GSTC) 2026 in Phuket from 21 to 24 April 2026. The event reinforced Thailand’s role as a proactive contributor to the international sustainability agenda, demonstrating the strength of the country’s unified cross-sector tourism effort spanning national and local government, the MICE industry, and civil society.

  Published: Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:04:07 +0000

• Etihad Airways becomes first airline to depart from Frankfurt’s new Terminal 3

  Etihad Airways became the first airline on Thursday morning to depart from Frankfurt Airport’s newly opened Terminal 3, as flight EY 122 took off for Abu Dhabi at 10:30 local time. At the controls was Captain Majed Al Marzouqi, Etihad’s Chief Operations and Guest Officer, who took the seat as operating captain for the flight. Before boarding, Captain Majed joined Fraport Chief Technology Officer Dr. Pierre Dominique Prümm for a ribbon-cutting at the gate. The morning also held a surprise for one couple from Limburg, heading to Singapore for their holiday. Captain Majed greeted them at the gate with an upgrade to Business for the flight to Abu Dhabi.

  Published: Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:51:57 +0000

• British Airways launches special fares to celebrate 90 years of flying between Nigeria and the UK

  British Airways proudly begins celebrations to mark the 90th anniversary of its first flight between Nigeria and the United Kingdom, a historic milestone that reflects nine decades of connecting communities, supporting trade, and deepening cultural ties between the two regions. To mark the occasion, British Airways has today launched a flash sale for customers travelling between Nigeria and London Heathrow. The special fares include up to 10% off World Traveller (long-haul economy) fares, with prices from USD 990 from Abuja and USD 1090 from Lagos. As well as Club World (business class) fares from USD 3490 from Abuja and USD 3690 from Lagos, all to London Heathrow*.

  Published: Sat, 25 Apr 2026 04:46:11 +0000

• Omni Hotels & Resorts Launches Nationwide Celebration of Heritage and Timeless Traditions

  Omni Hotels & Resorts is launching a year-long celebration across its properties nationwide, reimagining America’s cherished pastimes and timeless traditions in honor of the nation’s 250th anniversary. Rooted in the brand’s American heritage, the initiative honors the spirit of travel, shared history and togetherness that has defined Omni for decades. Omni’s celebrations kick off with the launch of a dedicated microsite and brand campaign, entitled “Celebrate America,” reinforcing the brand’s position as America’s Hotel Company during this milestone year.

  Published: Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:33:42 +0000

• KAYAK Launches Ask AI to Simplify Travel Planning Just in Time for the World Cup

  KAYAK today introduced Ask AI, a new conversational travel planning experience designed to help travelers search, compare, and book trips more easily, as interest surges ahead of this summer’s World Cup. Building on KAYAK’s mission to make travel search more personalized and conversational, Ask AI is an industry first that lets travelers start planning their trip in a chat—while flight, hotel, and rental car results update live alongside the conversation, combining the ease of AI with the power of a traditional results page.

  Published: Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:36:36 +0000

• The Royal Commission for AlUla Signs MoU with L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts

  The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts supported by Van Cleef & Arpels – a worldwide institution whose mission is to introduce the public to all aspects of jewelry culture. The purpose is to strengthen its strategic partnership in the fields of the jewellery industry, craft education and training, cultural exchange, and knowledge development. This partnership underscores RCU’s efforts to further establish AlUla’s position as a global centre for creative industries and the arts.

  Published: Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:29:01 +0000

• Minor Hotels Donates Over THB 1.6 Million to Princess Sirindhorn Craniofacial Center in Bangkok

  Minor Hotels has donated more than THB 1.6 million to the Princess Sirindhorn Craniofacial Center at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, reinforcing the company’s long-standing commitment to community wellbeing through its Dollars for Deeds corporate social responsibility programme.

  Published: Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:59:32 +0000

• Alaska is Calling: Five Reasons to Visit the Great Land in 2026

  Alaska’s wide-open spaces, glaciers, wildlife and Indigenous cultures have always enticed travelers, according to the Alaska Travel Industry Association. This year, new ways to experience those Alaska icons will be the top draws.

  Published: Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:55:56 +0000

• SEABOURN ANNOUNCES NEW 2028-2029 EXPEDITION VOYAGES

  Seabourn, the leader in luxury cruising and expedition travel, has opened for sale its 2028 to 2029 expedition voyage collection, unveiling a compelling season shaped by deeper exploration in the Arctic and the line’s second Grand Expedition: Pole to Pole as part of Seabourn’s 40th anniversary in 2028.

  Published: Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:13:05 +0000

• Dubai’s Leading Sustainability Voices Joined BE WTR for an Informative World Earth Day Roundtable

  To mark World Earth Day, BE WTR convened a Sustainability Roundtable at W Hotel Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina, which welcomed some of the UAE’s most influential voices across hospitality, sustainability, media, and local community initiatives. With ESG practices a hot topic right now, the event shone a spotlight on homegrown brands and changemakers who are actively shaping a more responsible, circular, and environmentally conscious future in the region.

  Published: Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:53:04 +0000