Fora Hits $1 Billion Valuation as AI Bets on Human Travel Advisors
Fora raised $60 million in Series D funding at a $1 billion valuation as it expands its AI assistant and travel advisor platform.
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Hotel Brands Are Quietly Creating a $40,000 Cruise Category
Global Travel Collection data shows hotel-branded voyages now account for 5% of future cruise bookings, with average trips priced at $40,000.
Hilton Returns to Greece With a Rooftop Resort in Chania’s Old Town
Hilton Chania Old Town Resort & Spa has opened on Crete, bringing private pools, rooftop dining, wellness facilities and year-round luxury to Chania.
UK Warns Travelers After Brits Ask Embassies for Hair Highlights and Lost Cars
The UK Foreign Office is urging travelers to prepare before overseas trips after revealing some of the strangest requests made to consular staff abroad.
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Globus Bets Travelers Want Longer Small-Group Trips in Asia and Africa
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Thomas Grant
Globus is expanding its 2027 Asia and Africa portfolio with new small-group tours, deeper destination extensions and more safari combinations.
Gibraltar’s New EU Treaty Could Finally End Border Uncertainty
The UK and EU have signed a historic treaty on Gibraltar’s future relationship with the bloc, creating a framework for smoother border movement with Spain.
Greece Will Expand Navagio Beach to Save Its Famous Shipwreck
Greek authorities plan to extend Navagio Beach on Zakynthos by 30 meters to protect its famous shipwreck while the site remains closed over safety concerns.
Frontier’s Starlink Wi-Fi Deal Shows Budget Airlines Are Going Upmarket
Frontier Airlines will add Starlink Wi-Fi from early 2027, joining a wider push by budget carriers to offer more premium inflight services.
Italy’s Famous Beaches Are Now So Crowded You May Need a Reservation
Popular beaches in Italy, especially in Sardinia, are using booking systems and visitor caps to manage overcrowding and protect fragile coastal landscapes.
SFO Wants a Private Luxury Terminal for Commercial Flyers
San Francisco International Airport is seeking proposals for a private luxury terminal that would let commercial passengers use private TSA screening and car transfers to aircraft.
IHG Targets China’s Gen Z Travelers With Esports Perks and Student Hotel Discounts
IHG is expanding youth-focused travel initiatives in Greater China with esports rewards, student discounts and curated city itineraries.
EU Flight Rights Are Getting a Major Upgrade for Families, Bags and Delays
New EU air passenger rights will bring free family seating, clearer baggage pricing, free name corrections and easier compensation claims from mid-2027.
Saudi Arabia’s New Package Visa Could Make Trips Much Easier to Book
Saudi Arabia has launched Package Visa, a digital initiative that integrates tourist visa applications directly into curated travel bookings.