Ground-handling staff strikes are set to disrupt flights across Lisbon, Porto, Faro, Madeira, and the Azores from September 2025 through January 2026, affecting millions of travelers.
The iconic Waldorf Astoria New York reopens its landmark Grand Ballroom and heritage event spaces this fall, blending restored Art Deco grandeur with state-of-the-art technology.
Set against Rome’s most iconic backdrops, the inaugural Anantara Concorso Roma will bring legendary Italian automobiles, grand hospitality, and bespoke cultural events to the Eternal City from April 16-19, 2026.
Ryanair will reduce 1 million passenger seats to Spain this winter – 600,000 in regional airports and 400,000 in the Canary Islands – citing rising airport charges by operator Aena.
A derailment of Lisbon’s beloved Elevador da Glória funicular at rush hour killed 17 people and injured 23, prompting national mourning and launching investigations into safety protocols.
One&Only will open its first South Pacific resort on Fiji’s Nacula Island in 2029, including a luxury boutique hotel and private homes – anchoring exclusivity, wellness, and cultural immersion in the Yasawas.
Accor is expanding its ALL PLUS subscription offering worldwide – including the ibis and Voyageur cards – providing year-round discounts, room guarantees, and fast-tracked loyalty status to frequent travelers across its global hotel network.
Following a thoughtful renovation, Barbados’ iconic Colony Club has reopened under Marriott’s Luxury Collection, blending colonial heritage with elevated wellness, dining, and an immersive Rum Vault experience.
TBO Tek has acquired Classic Vacations for $125 million, gaining access to the U.S. luxury leisure travel market and positioning itself as a key player in high-end global travel distribution.
Ryanair is ramping up its enforcement of cabin baggage rules by increasing gate staff bonuses to €2.50 per oversized bag and scrapping the €80 monthly cap – from November 2025.
Celebrity River Cruises is entering the European river market in 2027 with two innovative ships – Celebrity Compass and Celebrity Seeker – featuring cantilevered dining, expansive decks, and suite-level butler service.
Spain’s tourism is booming – but September is now as busy and costly as the summer. Hotel prices, tourist spending, and holiday habits have shifted, erasing the traditional ‘bargain’ phase.
Embracing its title as the ‘Pancake Capital of the World,’ Williamsburg launches a month-long Pancake Trail and the inaugural Pancake Festival in September, packed with cozy events, contests, and sweet traditions.
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From September 2025, U.S. visa applicants face in-person interviews, new integrity fees, and in some cases a refundable bond – reshaping the travel process for millions.