“Brandons Beach Barbados” drew an estimated 3,600 Google searches a month in the United States, 50% more than either Accra Beach or Carlisle Bay, its nearest rivals. In the UK and Canada, Accra took first place. Yet the UK and the US recorded the same number of monthly searches for Accra, at 2,400 apiece. What set the US results apart was the strength of interest in Brandons. The figures come from Beaches of Barbados, an independent island guide that analysed Google Keyword Planner estimates for the same 49 beach and bay terms in each market between October 2025 and September 2026. Each term included the word “Barbados”.

Brazilian travelers spent $21.7 billion abroad in 2025, underscoring the potential of this market for Caribbean destinations as Anguilla expands its outreach to Brazilian travel advisors, tour operators and media. The figure, reported by Brazil’s central bank in January 2026, represented a 10.4% increase over 2024 and the highest spending level since 2014. The Anguilla Tourist Board is targeting Brazil’s luxury market as part of its strategy to diversify the island’s international visitor base.

The Department of Tourism, Culture and Media in Ajman has concluded its participation in World Travel Market London 2026 (WTM London 2026), held at ExceL London from 3 to 5 November. The participation formed part of the Department’s strategic efforts to strengthen Ajman’s presence across international tourism markets, expand destination awareness, and showcase the emirate’s diverse tourism, cultural, and heritage experiences to global industry partners.

2027 is a year of milestones for Gothenburg. Volvo turns 100 in the city where it all began, the Gothenburg Film Festival celebrates 50 years, Way Out West marks two decades as one of Europe’s best music festivals, and a major new waterpark opens at the famous Liseberg theme park. Add to that a boutique hotel inside a 1913 police station, a new home for contemporary art and a major expansion for Vassen Market, and Sweden’s second city is making a strong case for being 2027’s most exciting European city break destination.

As Ibiza’s autumn season draws to a close, island-based luxury villa specialists Mi Casa Tu Casa reveal why spring and autumn offer a different side of Ibiza, and share ten tips for families and larger groups planning a holiday outside peak season. For travellers considering Ibiza in 2027, the planning starts earlier than you might think.

As the cooler season returns to Muscat, Sì Breeze reopens at Mandarin Oriental, Muscat, welcoming guests back to its open-air terrace overlooking the Gulf of Oman. Bringing together the vibrant flavours of Türkiye and the Mediterranean, the theatre of live-fire cooking and a lively programme of entertainment, Sì Breeze offers a seaside escape in the heart of the capital. From leisurely dinners with friends to music under the stars, the terrace invites guests to make the most of Muscat’s much-loved outdoor season.

Grosvenor House Suites, a luxury all-suite property in Mayfair, introduces A Luxurious Festive Escape, an exclusive seasonal offer created in partnership with Bicester Village, ideal for GCC travellers planning a visit to London over the festive period. Available for stays from 29 November 2026 to 3 January 2027, the offer combines apartment-style accommodation with daily breakfast, a VIP shopping experience and festive in-suite touches.

Dohop, the travel technology company whose Connected Travel platform helps airlines and travel sellers create, sell and support multi-carrier journeys without traditional interline, has introduced TravelSure. The service helps passengers rebook when their direct flight is delayed or cancelled. TravelSure provides proactive passenger communications, rebooking on any available carrier, and recovery support when qualifying disruptions occur, giving travellers additional protection and peace of mind, with cost savings and ancillary revenue as additional benefits for partners.

Arigato Travel, Japan’s leading culinary and cultural tourism company, is thrilled to announce an exclusive winter offer, inviting travelers to discover Japan’s seasonal flavors, hidden gems, and authentic local experiences at a special rate. Winter in Japan is a sensory paradise where glowing city illuminations, quiet snowscapes, and rich culinary traditions come together. From sipping regional sake and craft cocktails on crisp winter evenings to tasting seasonal delicacies like sizzling hot pots, comforting bowls of ramen, and fresh seafood, winter offers a unique opportunity to experience Japan like a local.

PayRewards, a rewards-first bill payments and accounts payable platform for U.S. businesses, today announced the addition of British Airways’ loyalty currency, Avios, to its points transfer network. The partnership gives American business owners a new way to fly transatlantic using the payments they already make. Customers can now transfer points earned on business payments, including ACH and credit card payments, into Avios at a 1:1 rate.

Hilton has surpassed 100 open and planned hotels across the Caribbean, marking a significant milestone in its expansion throughout the region. Contributing to the momentum is this week’s opening of the first Homewood Suites by Hilton and Hampton by Hilton dual-brand property in Puerto Rico, reflecting the company’s multi-brand strategy focused on high-demand destinations including Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic and Turks and Caicos, as well as emerging markets such as Dominica and Trinidad and Tobago. With this approach, Hilton offers a wider range of brands tailored to distinct stay occasions, travel segments and owner needs across the region.

AmaWaterways, the largest cruise line dedicated exclusively to river cruising, is looking ahead to 2028 with an exciting expansion of its award-winning river cruise portfolio, with the full 2028 programme now open for reservations. The new season will introduce four new ships across Europe and Africa, alongside new itineraries and expanded land experiences designed to give guests even more opportunities to explore the destinations they visit.

Nile Seray, an A&K Sanctuary, is now sailing, marking a new chapter in the company’s nearly five decades of river cruising in Egypt. Accommodating 64 guests across 32 suites, the riverboat combines contemporary design, exceptional dining and exclusive archaeological access, bringing a new dimension to A&K’s longstanding presence in one of the world’s most historically significant destinations. Sailing between Luxor and Aswan on four-night journeys, Nile Seray arrives at a time of growing demand and renewed international interest in Egypt following the opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum in November 2025. The riverboat offers a new way to experience the country’s extraordinary heritage, pairing visits to its most […]

Anguilla Tourist Board builds on Virtuoso participation with targeted sales and media outreach in Rio de Janeiro

World Golf Awards, the leading authority that recognises and rewards excellence in golf tourism, has revealed its 2026 winners at its 13th annual Gala Ceremony. Hosted at Egypt’s Madinaty Golf Club, the event marked the first World Golf Awards to take place in Africa.

The United States, China and India lead the world when tourism is measured by economic power. Ask where the industry creates the greatest employment opportunities, and Croatia, the Maldives, El Salvador and The Gambia each lead their income group. For tourism ministers making the case for more investment, the distinction matters. A sector can generate billions, but who gets a share of the work?

Travelodge, the UK’s first budget hotel brand, has partnered with Nuitée, a global travel infrastructure company, to make its hotels and rates across the UK and Ireland available to a wider network of travel partners. This exclusive collaboration enables Nuitée’s worldwide network of B2B travel partners to access Travelodge’s estate, offering customers high-quality stays across over 600 hotels in the UK and Ireland. The partnership focuses on clients seeking reliable budget hotel accommodation in key European markets.

Winter in Eryri (Snowdonia) isn’t for the faint-hearted, but for those who love wild landscapes, windswept walks and a proper dose of fresh mountain air, it’s arguably one of the most atmospheric times to visit. Set within the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Slate Landscape of Northwest Wales, Plas Weunydd makes a brilliant base for an adventurous winter escape, with hotel rooms from just £82 per night.

France’s independent hotels earned more per room in July and August 2026 than those in Italy, Spain, or Portugal, even as occupancy slipped. Revenue per available room grew 1.8% to €94, and the average price per night sold rose 3.8% to €145, the highest of the four countries. These figures come from “The State of Independent Hospitality in Southern Europe”, published by Amenitiz, the AI management system for independent hotels. It is the first report built on the real operating data of independent properties across France, Spain, Italy, and Portugal, with figures by region and department, giving hoteliers the numbers they need to price next season.

The 2026 World’s Best Bar Meets the World’s Best Hotel as Bar Camillo prepares to open at Rosewood Hong Kong on 25 November 2026. Developed by Lorenzo Antinori and Justin Shun Wah, co-founders of Bar Leone, which was crowned the World’s Best Bar for the second consecutive year in 2026, the new venue brings together the talent behind the world’s top-ranked bar and hotel. Overlooking Victoria Harbour from the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront, Rosewood Hong Kong has also made history as the first property to be named The World’s Best Hotel twice. With four bars already ranked among the world’s top 50 – Bar Leone, Argo, Montana and Gokan – this exciting collaboration further cements Hong Kong’s reputation as a global cocktail […]