Air France-KLM Raises Long-Haul Ticket Prices as Jet Fuel Costs Surge
Air France-KLM is increasing long-haul ticket prices after a sharp rise in jet fuel costs linked to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
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U.S. to Add Passport Requirement to Diversity Visa Entries in 2027
The U.S. State Department has finalized new rules for the Diversity Visa Program that will require entrants to submit valid passport details and a passport scan starting with the 2027 lottery cycle.
Hyatt to Open New Family-Friendly Hyatt Ziva Resort in Punta Cana
Hyatt plans to expand its Caribbean all-inclusive portfolio with the Hyatt Ziva Punta Cana, a 650-room resort expected to open in 2029.
Royal Caribbean to Debut America’s Got Talent Show on Legend of the Seas
By Thomas Grant
Royal Caribbean will introduce a live America’s Got Talent stage show aboard its new ship Legend of the Seas, expanding entertainment options for cruise travelers.
Wolseley Hotel Brand to Debut in New York With Luxury Midtown Property
Minor Hotels will launch the first Wolseley hotel in New York, bringing the iconic London restaurant brand into the luxury hotel sector.
Bilt Acquires Travel Commission Platform Sion in $30 Million Deal
Bilt has acquired travel commission platform Sion for $30 million, aiming to strengthen its travel rewards ecosystem and support travel advisors.
Qatar Offers Free Hotel Stays to Travelers Stranded by Middle East Airspace Closures
Qatar is offering free hotel stays to international travelers stranded in the country due to flight disruptions linked to the Middle East conflict.
Middle East Conflict Threatens Thailand’s Tourism Recovery
By Thomas Grant
Thailand’s tourism sector is facing new uncertainty as the Middle East conflict disrupts long-haul flights and threatens to reduce international arrivals.
ChatGPT’s Travel Checkout Shift Highlights Complexity of Booking Trips Online
OpenAI’s shift away from direct checkout inside ChatGPT highlights how complex travel booking really is and why travel platforms still play a key role.
Hilton Introduces AI Planner to Help Travelers Plan Hotel Stays
Hilton has launched a generative AI-powered travel planning tool designed to help guests discover hotels, compare properties, and organize stays through conversational search.