AFC Ajax, Sandals Resorts and the Sandals Foundation today announced a renewed commitment of their impactful Future Goals program in Curaçao, continuing their partnership through June 2028. This commitment will open the door for even more schoolchildren to benefit from Future Goals – a transformative program that uses soccer as a gateway to teach environmental responsibility, teamwork, and creative problem-solving.

A diverse lineup of annual festivals and events celebrate the city’s rich food heritage and innovative flavours year round- many of which are free to enjoy. From the iconic Picklesburgh festival marking its 10th anniversary to the growing popularity of plant-based celebrations like VegFest, Pittsburgh offers food lovers an ever-evolving gastronomic adventure.

Viking® (www.viking.com) has announced its first river voyages in India on the Viking Brahmaputra, a new 80-guest vessel designed specifically for the Brahmaputra River. Currently under construction and scheduled to debut in late 2027, the Viking Brahmaputra will set a new standard for modern river voyages in India. The ship will sail between Guwahati and Nimati Ghat in the northeastern state of Assam as part of Viking’s new 15-day itinerary, Wonders of India. In addition to an eight-day river voyage, the itinerary includes a fully-guided land programme with overnights in Delhi, Agra and Jaipur.

Amsterdam-based boutique hotel group Sir Hotels is pleased to announce that bookings are now open for its newest property, Sir Devonshire Square, marking the brand’s debut in the UK market. Tucked away in the historic Devonshire Square courtyard, the hotel is perfectly situated between Shoreditch’s creative buzz, the iconic Spitalfields Market, and the business district The City of London. Originally a warehouse for the East India Tea Company, the building has been thoughtfully transformed into a refined, design-led destination.

As modern travellers seek a greater balance between spontaneity and serenity, the concept of short-form luxury travel is rising in popularity. Whether it’s a two-night retreat or a three-day indulgence, Mulia Hotels offers two distinctive destinations—Hotel Mulia Senayan, Jakarta, and The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas – Nusa Dua, Bali—each designed to deliver a meaningful and restorative escape in a limited time. This season, Mulia presents a curated approach to weekend getaways through a series of refined packages and experiences tailored to varying guest preferences, ranging from culinary journeys to quiet wellness retreats.

As part of its ongoing Time for Memorable Journeys campaign, Malaysia Airlines invites holidaymakers to plan ahead and enjoy the best fares until 21 July 2025, for travel until 30 June 2026. Whether it’s basking in Sydney’s sunshine, exploring the beaches of Bali or diving into the cultural gems of Kuala Lumpur, travellers can now book their next escape at great value starting from £579 all-in return from London Heathrow to Bangkok, while enjoying a host of new experiences thoughtfully designed to make every journey more seamless and rewarding. 

To help savvy holiday-goers navigate the murky water of cybersecurity when abroad, award-winning airport parking operator Airport Parking and Hotels (APH.com) has revealed its 10 top tips for ensuring cyber safety when travelling.  The tips are available in the Travel Know How Section of the APH website at www.aph.com/cybersecurity and highlight the most useful tricks for ensuring computers, phones and other devices are protected against cyber threats when away from home.

African Hotel Development, the leading African lifestyle hotel group, real estate developer, and owner of the ONOMO brand, has entrusted Aleph Hospitality with the management of 26 ONOMO-branded hotels across 14 African countries. This strategic move is fully in line with African Hotel Development’s business realignment strategy. By appointing Dubai-based Aleph Hospitality as manager of its hotel portfolio, African Hotel Development reaffirms its ambition to sharpen its focus on brand development and asset management, while accelerating the expansion of ONOMO’s footprint, with the objective of doubling the brand’s scale within five years.

Marriott International, Inc. announced it has signed an agreement with Ventive Hospitality to open seven hotels, as part of a portfolio deal comprising 1,548-keys across five brands. This includes multiple brand debuts with a Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Sri Lanka, Marriott Hotels & Resorts in Varanasi, Courtyard by Marriott in Mundra (Gujarat) and Moxy in Pune. Additionally, it will mark the third JW Marriott and second Moxy to open as part of a dual-branded property in Mumbai.

This August 15 to 31, luxury lifestyle hotel brand EDITION will host an exclusive pop-up at El Silencio, the relaxed yet sophisticated beachside outpost from iconic Parisian brand Silencio, nestled within a secluded cove on Ibiza’s western coast. From August 15 – August 31, The Summer EDITION, a two-week residency at El Silencio’s pool deck will showcase the unique synergy between EDITION’s global luxury hospitality expertise and Silencio’s cultural programming. Guests and locals alike are invited to experience a curated taste of EDITION’s expansive portfolio through its signature blend of design, globally inspired food & beverage menu, specially selected music fusing EDITION & El Silencio sound, and cultural programming […]

Boutique Highland hotel Glenmorangie House has unveiled a new travel experience, inspired by the brand’s latest campaign ‘Once Upon a Time in Scotland’ starring Hollywood icon Harrison Ford and directed by actor and film maker Joel Edgerton.

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London is delighted to announce that they have been awarded the prestigious ‘Sustainable Hotel of the Year’ by Country and Town House, in partnership with Polestar. This accolade recognises the hotel’s bold leadership, innovative sustainability initiatives, and unwavering commitment to integrating environmental responsibility into every facet of its operations.

In the remote mountains of Northern Vietnam lies a natural wonder like no other — the Dong Van Karst Plateau UNESCO Global Geopark. Shaped by over 500 million years of geological evolution, this incredible land is a living testament to the power of time and nature. Home to 17 ethnic communities, Dong Van is not only a geological marvel but also a vibrant cultural mosaic. Here, traditions endure, passed down through generations, enriching every corner of this rugged, breath-taking landscape.

Wonderful Indonesia, the official tourism campaign of the Ministry of Tourism of the Republic of Indonesia, is bringing the country’s rich culture, nature, and hospitality to the heart of Rome this July. From July 1 to 31, 2025, Indonesian tourism takes center stage in the Italian capital through a vibrant Open Bus Tour and Out-of-Home (OOH) campaign that highlights Indonesia’s most iconic and emerging destinations.

Oceania Cruises®, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused luxury cruise line, has taken delivery of Oceania Allura™, its eighth elegant boutique ship. The 1,200-guest Oceania Allura, built at the world-renowned Fincantieri Shipyard in Genoa, is the second ship in Oceania Cruises’ Allura Class and heralds the evolution of Oceania Cruises’ legacy of offering culinary- and destination-immersive travel experiences. Oceania Allura follows her sister ship, Oceania Vista®, which was launched to global acclaim in May 2023.

From November 7 to December 21, Walt Disney World Resort will transform into a winter wonderland as festive separately ticketed holiday celebrations return to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Magic Kingdom Park. Guests can look forward to the return of the chic Disney Jollywood Nights and the beloved Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, with tickets for both holiday events going on sale this month. With new offerings, themed décor, special entertainment and exclusive party merchandise, there is something for the whole family to enjoy, no matter what festive event they attend!

Air Canada has announced it is further expanding its winter 2025-26 network by resuming non-stop service to Lima, Peru with twice weekly flights from both Montreal and Toronto. The airline is also adding three new routes to Central America and Mexico including, Montreal-Belize, Toronto-Puerto Escondido*, and Vancouver-Tepic, Riviera Nayarit*, building on its recent Latin America expansion announcement.  Flights are now available for sale at aircanada.com, through Air Canada Contact Centres, and via travel agents.

dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, has secured a multi-year contract to provide its quality inflight catering services to Asiana Airlines at Václav Havel Airport (PRG) in Prague, Czech Republic. dnata’s specialist teams will uplift around 37,000 meals annually, contributing to a quality onboard experience for Asiana Airlines’ passengers on its three-weekly service to Incheon International Airport (INC) in South Korea.

The AAdvantage Business™ program rewards both eligible companies and their travelers with AAdvantage® miles and additional Loyalty Points for booking business travel on aa.com, through American’s mobile app or with any agency, offering a faster pathway to a more rewarding experience for companies and travelers alike. Plus, the program gives companies access to a convenient suite of tools to handle reporting, traveler management duty of care and more.

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), in partnership with the digital platform Fastwork, has launched the Workation Paradise Throughout Thailand Season 3 campaign, offering a wide range of travel benefits to modern professionals. Tailored to the lifestyle of today’s digital generation, the initiative aims to attract quality travellers—such as digital nomads, expatriates, and freelancers—who blend work and travel seamlessly.