Holland America Line is giving travelers early access to its Black Friday Sale, where they can score some of the best savings of the year. Guests who sign up now on HollandAmerica.com receive a code to gain early access to the presale that runs Nov. 11–17, before the offer opens to the public Nov. 18 through Nov. 29. With early access, travelers can get a first look at the Black Friday offer and have more time to discover the cruise, itinerary and experience that best fits their plans.

United Airlines announced a major milestone in its rollout of the fastest, most reliable inflight Wi-Fi – Starlink, with the high-speed Wi-Fi service available on more than half of its daily flights as of November 12, just in time for Thanksgiving and the start of the holiday travel season. The airline expects to have Starlink on nearly 64% of its daily flights by the end of 2026 and complete installations by the end of 2027.

Beginning in November 2026, Seabourn will introduce a new menu of destination-inspired Caribbean culinary experiences aboard Seabourn Ovation and Seabourn Quest, connecting guests more deeply with the places they explore. From seafood boils and regional rum cocktails to caviar and fresh sugar cane juice at Carambola Beach, St. Kitts, the programming will extend Seabourn’s Earth & Ocean culinary philosophy across its Caribbean voyages.

Internova Travel Group today announced the appointment of Melissa Krueger as President of Global Travel Collection (GTC), its luxury travel division representing more than 1,500 of the industry’s leading travel advisors.

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is staging Vijit Chao Phraya 2026 from 13 November to 13 December across 19 riverfront locations from Rama VIII Bridge to Rama III Bridge, complemented by a floating light installation on the Chao Phraya. The fifth edition brings together light and sound, projection mapping, lasers, drone formations, fireworks, creative installations and cultural performances in a month-long celebration of light and imagination.

Nobu has announced a partnership with Infracorp to develop a new Nobu destination at Marina Bay, Reef Island, marking the brand’s entry into the Kingdom of Bahrain. The partnership was formalized during a signing ceremony held at Infracorp’s headquarters in Manama, in the presence of Her Excellency Ms. Fatima bint Jaffar Al Sairaifi, Minister of Tourism and Chairperson of the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA). The agreement was signed by Mr. Talal Al Mahroos, Chief Executive Officer of Infracorp, and Mr. Trevor Horwell, Chief Executive Officer of Nobu Hospitality.

More passengers than ever are choosing public transport to travel to and from London Stansted, with more than 13.5 million travelling by rail, bus and coach over the past 12 months. Almost half of all passengers now travel to and from the airport by public transport, giving Stansted the highest public transport mode share of any major UK airport. The figures were revealed as the Stansted Airport Transport Forum celebrated its 25th anniversary, marking a quarter of a century of bringing together transport operators, local authorities, businesses and community organisations to improve connections to the airport.

More than 4,000 professional attendees, over 300 exhibiting companies from 61 countries, around 10,000 pre-scheduled business meetings and qualified buyers from over 40 countries came together at Expo Guadalajara, underscoring the strong demand for a dedicated B2B marketplace connecting the travel markets of the Americas. The inaugural event combined high-quality business encounters, international networking and forward-looking industry discussions. ITB Americas will return to Guadalajara from 16–18 November 2027.

Throughout November 2026, Hong Kong Gourmet Month is bringing together more than 400 restaurants, bars and food and beverage outlets across the city, inviting visitors to explore the diverse culinary scene through exclusive menus, special offers and unique dining experiences. Organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), the month-long celebration follows the successful Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival, which recorded more than 171,000 visits from 29 October to 1 November.

Myconian Collection is supporting the Hellenic Motor Sport Federation (OMAE) as it brings the FIA Intercontinental Drifting Cup to Greece for the first time. Taking place at Serres Circuit on 13–15 November 2026, the competition will showcase the country’s capacity to host major sporting events and draw international attention beyond the summer tourism season.

Emirates Skywards, the award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai, has unveiled ‘Miles More Rewarding’, a new global campaign highlighting how members can earn and spend Miles across everyday life in Dubai, travel and shared experiences. A morning coffee for mum, a shopping spree for the kids, a football match for dad, or a family holiday everyone can look forward to. Whatever their interests, Emirates Skywards has a way to make it more rewarding.

Aer Lingus has teamed up with iconic Irish actor, writer and producer Sharon Horgan to launch a new brand campaign in the US.  The ad playfully addresses the challenges the Aer Lingus name presents for the brand in America, with Horgan suggesting a simple, literal alternative: ‘The Irish Airline’. In the ad, Sharon meets the Aer Lingus team to discuss how the airline can make a bigger impression in North America. She helpfully points out that while Lingus may mean fleet in Irish, Americans often think it’s something else entirely. Her advice is simple: call Aer Lingus what it is, ‘The Irish Airline’.

ONYX Hospitality Group, a leading hospitality management company in Asia Pacific, announced the development of Amari Samui Resort and Villas, an exclusive extension of Amari Koh Samui on the shores of one of Thailand’s most celebrated island destinations. The project marks another milestone in the Group’s strategy of thoughtfully expanding its premium resort portfolio and creating distinctive guest experiences. Representing an investment of more than THB 700 million, the project will add more than 65 beachfront suites and private pool villas designed for travellers who seek more space, greater privacy and a heightened sense of exclusivity. Scheduled to open in 2029, the new resort will complement the established facilities and […]

Hospitality development across Saudi continues to advance. From the Saudi Red Sea Coast to Riyadh, Jeddah, Diriyah and AlUla, new resorts are opening, major destination projects are reaching key milestones, and internationally recognized hotel brands are expanding their presence. More than 50 international hotel brands now operate or are expanding across the country, while the hospitality pipeline is expected to add more than 200,000 hotel keys by 2030. In 2026 alone, several landmark hospitality projects welcomed their first guests, including new luxury resorts at AMAALA and along the Saudi Red Sea coast, alongside major additions in Riyadh and Jeddah. Together, these openings mark an important new chapter in the evolution of Saudi’s […]

This year, Marriott Bonvoy® is creating more opportunities for travelers to experience the trips that matter most with its longest Cyber Week Sale travel window yet, offering five months to explore, reconnect, and get away. Marriott Bonvoy members who book the offer through the Marriott Bonvoy App can save 25% on stays from November 29, 2026, through May 2, 2027, making it easier to plan everything from long weekend trips with family to spring getaways centered on food, culture, and unforgettable experiences.

Bringing the global meetings and events industry together has always been about more than just doing business. Ahead of IBTM World, which begins in less than a week at Fira de Barcelona, we ask attendees what makes in-person connections so important, from building a sense of community and strengthening relationships to sparking unexpected conversations and fresh ideas.

In this Breaking Travel News Q&A, we speak with Lucy Buckmaster about the story behind Nautica Collective, exploring the vision, inspiration and ambition that brought the brand to life. We discover what sets the collective apart, the experiences it seeks to create and its plans for the future in an evolving travel and hospitality landscape.

Riverside Luxury Cruises is giving guests 50% off the fare of a second guest for Black Friday this year. The offer applies to bookings made between 19 November and 4 December, 2026 and covers sailings across 2026, 2027 and 2028. Couples, friends and family can choose from every suite category and package across Riverside’s all-suite, ultra-luxury fleet, exploring the Danube, Rhine, Main, Moselle, Rhône and Saône together.

AI- and tech-powered hospitality operator Bob W has secured a major new-build development in Dublin, marking another milestone in its expansion across Ireland. The 105-unit aparthotel, delivered in partnership with Irish developer Red Rock Developments, will bring a vacant commercial site at 49–51 Pleasants Street back into active use, transforming the existing buildings into a 4,040 sqm hospitality property in Dublin’s Portobello neighbourhood.

WeRoad, Europe’s fastest-growing adventure travel company, has acquired the Swiss travel brand and community TravelTribe. The acquisition will merge TravelTribe’s brand, AI-native platform, and community directly into WeRoad, strengthening brand presence throughout the DACH region and expanding its portfolio of sport-focused experiences and ski weekends. It will also bring TravelTribe Co-Founder Francesco Staccone on board to grow WeMeet, WeRoad’s local events platform. This deal is the first acquisition of WeRoad’s ambitious M&A strategy, which aims to add €70 million of revenue from inorganic growth over the next three years.