Maldivian Journey+ Adds Priority Services, Lounges and Upgrades
Maldivian Journey+ brings together five optional flight extras, from prepaid baggage and lounge access to international cabin upgrades and domestic snacks.
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Southwest’s Biggest Summer Schedule Adds Caribbean Routes and More Flights
Southwest opens its biggest summer schedule for 2027, adding seasonal routes and more flights, while a new campaign offers eligible travelers Rapid Rewards points.
Holiday Flights 2026: KAYAK Maps the Best Booking Windows
KAYAK’s holiday report highlights when to book, cheaper Thanksgiving and Christmas departures, and destinations with falling airfare.
Spain Just Hit 70 Million Tourists—and the Year Isn’t Over
Spain welcomed 70.4 million international tourists in eight months, while spending neared €100 billion. Could 100 million annual arrivals be next?
United to Add Base Fares to First Class and Short-Haul Business
United will add Base fares to domestic first class and short-haul business, with paid seat selection, one checked bag and tighter flexibility.
Uber Safari Faces Guide Backlash and Booking Problems in Kenya
Uber has removed branding from its safari vehicles amid local guide opposition, while reported booking failures raise questions about the service’s reliability.
Day-Trip Bookings More Than Double at The Tour Guy as Travelers Look Beyond Cities
The Tour Guy reports 110.7% growth in day-trip bookings as travelers seek countryside, cultural sites and specialist experiences beyond major European cities.
Nepal Faces Tourism Setback After Floods as Trekking Season Begins
Tourism businesses outside Nepal’s flood zone face cancellations as operators urge travelers to assess individual routes and support recovery responsibly.
LA28 Projects 2 Million Visitors and Up to $4.3 Billion in Tourism Spending
A new LA28-commissioned study projects around 2 million visitors and billions in local spending, while tourism gains will depend partly on how many regular travelers stay away.
Holland America Opens 2028 Alaska Season With Rare Routes and a Brand-New Way to See Nootka Sound
Holland America Line has opened bookings for its 2028 Alaska season, adding rare itineraries, first-time Nootka Sound cruising and the newly transformed Oosterdam.
Marriott Bonvoy Turns NFL Players Into Travel Guides for 37 Host Cities
Marriott Bonvoy has launched 37 player-curated city guides, giving NFL fans insider recommendations for destinations hosting games during the 2026 season.
AI Data Centers Are Quietly Driving a U.S. Hotel Boom in 2026
U.S. hotel performance is beating expectations in 2026 as AI data-center construction creates unexpected demand for midscale and extended-stay properties.
Mallorca Is Winning From Canada’s U.S. Travel Boycott as Air Canada Expands Flights
Mallorca is benefiting from Canada’s continuing pullback from U.S. travel as Air Canada’s new Montreal-Palma route captures growing demand for Europe.
Hong Kong Welcomes 31 Million Visitors as Tourism Surges in 2026
Hong Kong welcomed more than 31 million visitors in the first seven months of 2026, supported by strong mainland demand, international events and expanding air connectivity.
TUI Says Travelers Are Waiting Until the Last Minute as Iran War Costs It €60 Million
TUI says the Iran war and cost-of-living pressures are pushing travelers to delay holiday decisions, with last-minute bookings now helping summer demand recover.