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• Ethiopian Airlines Converts Options of Six Boeing 787 Dreamliner Airplanes into Firm Orders

  Boeing and Ethiopian Airlines announced today the purchase of six 787 Dreamliner jets as the airline fully exercises commitments from its 2023 landmark order. Ethiopian Airlines will use the 787-9 jets to expand its intercontinental network from Addis Ababa and increase cargo capacity as demand for long-haul travel continues to rise.

  Published: Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:50:35 +0000

• Why regional, in-person trade engagement matters more than ever

  Across the cruise sector and wider travel industry, one thing is becoming increasingly clear: in a world of digital tools, virtual training and AI-powered content, face-to-face connection still drives the strongest commercial results. Travel remains a relationship business, and nowhere is that more evident than in how we support and engage our agent partners - or as we call them at Virgin Voyages, our First Mates.

  Published: Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:14:27 +0000

• WK Management Consulting GmbH acquires Little Guest brand

  WK Management Consulting GmbH (WKMC) is proud to announce the acquisition of the Little Guest brand and digital assets, strengthening its position in the family travel market. Little Guest is a leading marketing and lead generation platform dedicated to child-friendly hotels and destinations worldwide, connecting the world’s finest child-friendly properties with the discerning families who belong in them, helping guests to discover, compare, and book directly with the hotels themselves. Member properties, meanwhile, benefit from a marketing platform with an engaged database of over 120,000 users, providing unmatched visibility among a highly qualified, travel-ready family audience.

  Published: Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:08:18 +0000

• Cheval Collection makes branded residences debut with Cheval Residences Dubai Islands

  Cheval Collection, the award-winning, UK-based luxury hospitality company, has moved into the branded residences sector with Cheval Residences Dubai Islands. The exclusive beachfront property – Cheval’s third in Dubai and fifth in the Middle East – marks a pivotal milestone in the company’s regional expansion plan, which includes further growth in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and other Gulf markets.

  Published: Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:05:58 +0000

• TAT and Dida Launch “Trusted Thailand” in China to Rebuild Travel Confidence

  The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and Dida today announced a strategic partnership with the signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI), selecting Dida as its lead digital distribution partner for the “Trusted Thailand” initiative in the China market. The agreement was signed at Dusit Thani Bangkok by Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaibool, Governor of TAT, and Mr. Daryl Lee, Group CEO of Dida Holdings.

  Published: Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:03:45 +0000

• US travelers take fewer trips but spend more on experiences, finds new Arival report

  Arival today released its 2026 US Experiences Traveler Outlook, revealing a decisive shift in how Americans travel, plan and spend.  Although most US travelers expect to take the same or fewer trips in 2026, they are spending more on experiences, booking earlier, and allowing tours, activities and attractions to shape where they choose to go. The report, based on a survey of 800 US experiences travelers, shows that three in five travelers now consider experiences a very or extremely important factor in destination choice.  Among 18–34‑year‑olds, experiences are the single most important factor, with 76 percent saying they matter more than weather, food or overall destination appeal. This marks a significant generational shift in how travel decisions are made.

  Published: Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:05 +0000

• Phocuswright Unveils Phocuswright Europe 2026 Program

  Phocuswright today announced the program for Phocuswright Europe 2026, highlighting a curated agenda shaped by the priorities, pressures and opportunities defining the travel industry today. Designed for senior leaders across the global travel ecosystem, the conference will convene executives, innovators and strategists to exchange perspective, challenge assumptions and engage in the conversations shaping the future of travel.

  Published: Wed, 22 Apr 2026 04:58:53 +0000

• Dusit Hotels and Resorts launches ‘A Night on Us,’

  Dusit Hotels and Resorts are inviting travellers to extend their stays for less with the launch of ‘A Night on Us’, a limited-time offer featuring complimentary nights on eligible stays of two to eight nights. Available for just six days, from 22 to 27 April 2026, exclusively on dusit.com, with early access for Dusit Gold members from 22 to 24 April, the offer provides exceptional value across a curated collection of participating Dusit properties in Guam, Malaysia, the Maldives, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand.

  Published: Wed, 22 Apr 2026 04:56:41 +0000

• Hospitality’s Enduring Resilience

  The hospitality industry is no stranger to uncertainty, but the current environment presents a level of disruption that is both immediate and highly visible. Regional tensions, shifting travel patterns and evolving global perceptions are not only impacting demand, but influencing how, when and whether people choose to travel at all. This is the reality the industry is operating within today.

  Published: Wed, 22 Apr 2026 04:52:52 +0000

• Exclusive UAE Resident Staycation and Student Daycation Offers at Centara Mirage Beach Resort Dubai

  Centara Mirage Beach Resort Dubai is taking family-friendly fun to the next level with two unmissable offers. Offering extended staycations packed with family-friendly moments and fun-filled daycations with exclusive savings, this captivating resort promises unforgettable experiences by the beach on every visit.

  Published: Wed, 22 Apr 2026 04:50:35 +0000