Today, Unifocus, the global leader in hospitality workforce management technology, announced a series of enhancements across its workforce management and operations suites

As international travel continues to grow, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) encourages proactive and holistic destination stewardship, one that helps governments, destinations and the private sector work together to ensure tourism creates lasting value for residents, businesses and visitors alike.

Following the success of its inaugural edition in June, The RuMa Hotel and Residences in Kuala Lumpur continues its ATAS Key Tables series with Singapore-based modern Korean steakhouse GU:UM by MICHELIN-starred Chef Louis Han, for an exclusive four-month residency at ATAS.The residency follows Chef Han’s debut appearance at ATAS in 2025 where his cooking first connected with Kuala Lumpur diners and marks GU:UM’s first extended collaboration in the city.

Relationships continue to be at the heart of the travel business, and General Travel New Zealand’s latest India roadshow reflected exactly that. Bringing together an extensive delegation of tourism partners from New Zealand, the six-city initiative created opportunities for meaningful conversations, product updates, and stronger trade partnerships across India’s key outbound markets. Travelling across Mumbai, Delhi, Chandigarh, Indore, Kolkata, and Ahmedabad, the delegation interacted with more than 350+ travel planners and tour operators, creating a platform focused on business development, product education, and long-term partnerships.

Nubia Dahabeya introduces a new expression of Nile travel for the culturally curious luxury traveller. Available as an exclusive four-night private charter between Luxor and Aswan, the artist-designed sailing boat welcomes up to 12 guests for a slower, more personal journey through Upper Egypt, where culture, atmosphere and contemporary Egyptian hospitality come together. Every itinerary is owner-curated and can be tailored around the interests of each group.

The Hospitality Experience, a collection of three distinctive Italian properties, is inviting corporate travel planners, incentive specialists and event organisers to explore its meetings, buyout and incentive offering across Florence, Venice and Umbria. According to the 2026 Amex GBT Global Meetings & Events Forecast, 85% of meeting professionals are optimistic about the sector, with creating engaging experiences and improving attendee satisfaction their top priority for the second year in a row. Meanwhile, research from the Internova Index finds that more than half of C-Suite executives frequently combine business travel with leisure, underlining the growing demand for venues that offer more than a meeting room. All three properties […]

This year marks the milestone 75th anniversary of Japan’s membership in UNESCO. Over the decades, Japan has shown an unwavering commitment to safeguarding its natural landscapes and historical treasures, aligning with global sustainable tourism initiatives. In an exciting continuation of this legacy, the Asuka-Fujiwara ancient capitals are officially expected to be inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, positioning the area to become Japan’s 22nd UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site.

Anantara Hotels & Resorts invites travellers to encounter five destinations through the landscapes, ecosystems and communities that define them. With 25 years of destination experience behind it, Minor Hotels’ experiential luxury brand Anantara Hotels & Resorts has built a collection of signature anniversary experiences grounded in one principle: the destination is not a backdrop. Across properties in Thailand, Zambia and Oman, these considered encounters with place are shaped by the landscape, its ecology and the communities who know it best.

New internal data analysed by 247 Travel Partner Desk (247tpd), a BPO provider exclusively focused on the travel industry, reveals that specialized travel support agents achieve resolution quality rates of up to 90%—and even 100% in certain cases—compared with 69% for AI-only solutions, as heatwaves sweeping across much of Europe trigger operational disruptions and increase pressure on customer service teams during the busiest travel period of the year.

The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali introduces Trinity Courts, a new destination for tennis, padel, and pickleball that complements the resort’s collection of wellness and leisure experiences. Set amidst lush tropical gardens, Trinity Courts offers dedicated facilities including a tennis court, a pickleball court, a single and double padel court, inviting guests to embrace an active rhythm during their island escape, where movement, connection, and moments of relaxation unfold naturally throughout the day.

FINE, the international wine tourism fair, will hold its eighth edition in March 2027 in Valladolid. It is a key event for wine tourism professionals: wineries, wine-producing regions, hotels, tour operators and specialist travel agencies operating in markets across Europe, the Americas and Asia.

As London prepares for another heatwave, many travellers are rethinking what they want from a holiday, swapping soaring temperatures for destinations with a more comfortable climate. Canada offers exactly that. Whether hiking through the iconic Rockies, spotting polar bears in Churchill, relaxing on Atlantic beaches or discovering vibrant cities, Canada’s diverse landscapes and climates mean there’s an escape to suit every type of traveller.

RWS Global, the world leader in live moments across entertainment and sports, announced today that Matt Conover has joined the company as Divisional President, Global Production. Conover brings more than 37 years of experience from The Walt Disney Company and a proven track record of producing large-scale live entertainment experiences worldwide to his new team, who creates more than one million live moments every day across more than 50 countries.

Whether it be Swamp Soccer championships, Terassimölkky’s Mölkky World Championships, or world-class music festivals under the midnight sun, Finnair, Finland’s national carrier, is inviting passengers to discover Finland’s vibrant summer season. With up to 48 direct flights from the UK to Helsinki each week, it’s never been easier to experience Finland at its most joyful, and for travellers to dive head first into Finnish culture.

British travellers have voted Nepal their number one trekking destination worldwide, according to recent data from trekking and adventure holiday specialist World Expeditions. In a global survey of nearly 12,000 trekking enthusiasts, voters from the UK said that the landlocked South Asian country of Nepal, known for its iconic Himalayan circuits and breathtaking scenery, came out on top. Nepal received 251 votes from British travellers, ahead of 236 for Patagonia, and 192 for Japan.

The iconic 1932 restaurant at Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor has launched four distinctive new tasting menus, further cementing its position as a leader in Khmer fine dining. Three of the new menus are curated by Executive Sous Chef Dorn Doeurt, a Siem Reap native and renowned expert in Cambodian cuisine, while the fourth is a creative collaboration led by Executive Chef Memo Hernandez.

How about escaping crowded beaches and the extreme temperatures of the European summer? While Europe experiences the peak of heat and high season, Brazil is in the middle of winter. In the Northeast, however, this season is far from cold. Between July and September, the weather is usually more generous, with clear skies, drier days and pleasant temperatures, far from the intense heat of the Brazilian summer. It is in this contrast that the region emerges as an attractive alternative for travellers who want to experience the coast at a different pace. From dunes and crystal-clear lagoons to coastal villages, natural pools and preserved islands, the Northeast combines nature, relaxation, culture and hospitality in a perfect season for those […]

LivSmart Studios by Hilton Pensacola I-10 North Davis Highway is now open, bringing Hilton’s newest long-stay brand to Florida’s Gulf Coast. Located at 7077 Plantation Road, the hotel is owned by 3H Group and managed by LBA Hospitality. Designed for guests staying 10 nights or longer, LivSmart Studios by Hilton delivers a thoughtfully designed long-stay experience that combines comfort and functionality with the consistency, value and hospitality travelers expect when they stay with Hilton. As the fourth LivSmart Studios property to open, this hotel reflects the brand’s continued momentum and growing presence across the country, with many more locations slated to open this year and beyond.

Business travel technology specialist TripStax and travel management company ALTOUR have launched an industry-first global trading model, enabling ALTOUR and its global network of independent travel agencies to operate as a single, unified global travel management organisation.

VIVA Cruises has unveiled a new bespoke AI-powered platform as part of its travel agent toolkit. The ‘AI Travel Advisor’ is now live on the river cruise line’s website and can be accessed by clicking the star symbol located on the right-hand side of the page.