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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
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Bermuda is set to take centre stage this spring as King Charles III makes his first official visit to the island as Sovereign. Taking place from 30 April to 2 May 2026, the visit marks a significant moment for the British Overseas Territory and its enduring relationship with the UK.
His Majesty’s last official visit to Bermuda was in 1970 to read the Speech from the Throne and open the 350th year of parliamentary government in Bermuda. This will be the first Sovereign visit in 16 years, following Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip’s visited in 2009 to join celebrations of the 400th anniversary of settlement, and comes some 73 years after they first visited the island in 1953.
Published: Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:43:31 +0000
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The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is bringing together a select group of global Travel & Tourism leaders in Egypt in early May for a Leadership event aboard Crystal Serenity, taking place during transit through the Suez Canal, one of the world’s most critical trade and connectivity corridors.
Hosted by the Egyptian Government and sponsored by the Antonio Lefebvre Foundation, Coral Group and Abercrombie & Kent, the three-day programme brings together Ministers, CEOs, and global industry leaders at a pivotal moment for the sector, with a clear priority: accelerating recovery through coordinated leadership between governments and industry leaders.
Published: Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:39:29 +0000
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Two new British Airways routes took to the skies this week, as the first flights to St. Louis, Missouri in the US, and Guernsey in the Channel Islands departed from London
St. Louis became the 27th US destination to join the British Airways network, as the inaugural flight to the ‘Gateway to the West’ landed. The airline offers more direct flights to the US than any other European airline. In a playful pun, the first flight was operated by an entire crew named Louis, Lewis or Louise.
Published: Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:57:52 +0000
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Luxury rainforest resort The Datai Langkawi invites guests to set sail on the Andaman Sea and to explore the lesser-known parts of Langkawi and neighbouring southern Thailand, with new routes aboard the resort’s own catamaran, Gadis Pulao. Available for shared or private charters, each journey offers an intimate encounter with the quiet majesty of the surrounding archipelago, filled with hidden coves, untouched beaches, and serene seascapes. In 2026 the resorts also introduced its first overnight private charter experience, sailing to the idyllic island of Koh Lipe in southern Thailand.
Published: Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:54:27 +0000
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Emirates, the world’s first Autism-Certified Airline, has launched its “Travel Rehearsal” programme in the UK, hosting its first session in the country at London Stansted Airport (STN).
The Travel Rehearsal programme allows people with accessible travel requirements to experience a guided simulation of the complete air travel journey, familiarising them with airport procedures and onboard environments ahead of time – helping reduce anxiety and build confidence before an actual flight.
Published: Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:04:18 +0000
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Each year, World Cocktail Month sees MGallery Collection celebrate the art of mixology across its properties worldwide, turning the bar into a stage for creativity and connection. This year, MGallery Collection invites guests to experience the bar as a destination in its own right. In collaboration with Michelin-starred chef Pichaya “Pam” Soontornyanakij, the boutique hotel collection unveils an immersive pairing concept that transforms an evening drink into a curated gastronomic ritual, through the art of pairing cocktails and exquisite bites.
Published: Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:01:31 +0000
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Qantas has launched a major domestic sale, with more than 2 million discounted seats across 90 routes on the airline’s domestic and regional network.
The week-long sale* includes fares in both Economy and Business through to March 2027, including during the upcoming June long weekend and winter school holidays, one of the busiest travel periods of the year.
Published: Thu, 23 Apr 2026 05:07:48 +0000
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As spring bursts into bloom, Europe’s vineyards come to life with lush greenery and vibrant flowers, offering wine lovers the perfect opportunity to explore these regions at their most captivating before the summer crowds arrive.
From late March, the vineyard celebrates budburst, delicate shoots unfurling like nature’s finest embroidery. By May, the rows are lush and vibrant, sunlight glinting on every leaf, making spring the perfect, serene moment to wander the vines before the harvest crowds arrive. SmoothRed, experts in luxury wine travel, have curated the top destinations for an unforgettable spring escape.
Published: Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:49:30 +0000
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The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development (TDTD) is inviting cyclists to experience even more of Tennessee’s breathtaking scenery and natural beauty with the addition of 37 newly curated gravel cycling routes to its Bike Tennessee program. Launching today, these routes build upon an existing network of 52 road cycling routes, adding more than 1,000 miles of diverse terrain and creating even more opportunities for cyclists and outdoor enthusiasts to explore the state on two wheels.
Published: Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:47:12 +0000