Gulf Airlines Race to Win Back Travelers After Iran War Disruption
Emirates, Qatar Airways and Etihad are rebuilding schedules, adding insurance offers and trying to restore passenger confidence after months of regional disruption.
Add-on
An add-on is an optional extra that travelers can purchase to enhance their trip, such as baggage, seat upgrades, travel insurance, or excursions. Airlines, hotels, and tour operators often offer add-ons to let travelers customize their experience. They’re a common way to tailor a trip to personal preferences or comfort levels.
Spain Moves Closer to 100 Million Tourists After Strong Spring Rebound
Spain welcomed 26.5 million international visitors in the first four months of the year, keeping the country on track for another record tourism season.
Just You Launches Kindred App to Ease Solo Travel Anxiety
Just You has launched Kindred, a community platform designed to help solo travelers connect before, during and after escorted tours.
Tripadvisor to Sell TheFork to American Express for $700 Million
By
Andrew Collins
• 3 mins read
Tripadvisor has agreed to sell TheFork to American Express for $700 million, sharpening its focus on Viator and the broader travel experiences market.
Uber and WeRide Plan Robotaxi Rides in Madrid This Year
By
Laura Mitchell
• 3 mins read
Uber, WeRide and AVOMO plan to launch Spain’s first commercial robotaxi pilot in Madrid, bringing autonomous rides to Europe through the Uber app.
Ryanair Under Investigation Over Family Seat Fees in the UK
By
Laura Mitchell
• 3 mins read
The UK competition watchdog is investigating whether Ryanair’s family seating policy unfairly charges parents who need to sit with young children.
Air Canada Pilot Allegedly Flew 900 Flights Without Required License
By
Laura Mitchell
• 3 mins read
A former Air Canada captain faces criminal charges after police alleged he flew more than 900 flights without the required captain’s license.
World’s Safest Countries Offer Travelers Stability as Global Peace Falls
By
Christopher Lane
• 4 mins read
The 2026 Global Peace Index highlights Iceland, New Zealand and Switzerland as leading destinations for travelers seeking stability, safety and lower conflict risk.
Google’s Gemini Live Translate Could Change How Travelers Communicate Abroad
By
Laura Mitchell
• 4 mins read
Google’s Gemini 3.5 Live Translate brings near real-time speech translation to more than 70 languages, with travel use cases ranging from guided tours to ride-hailing pickups.
Wizz Air to Add Starlink Internet Across Fleet From 2027
By
Laura Mitchell
• 3 mins read
Wizz Air plans to introduce Starlink connectivity across its next-generation aircraft from 2027, bringing high-speed onboard internet to Europe’s ultra-low-cost segment.