Airbnb launches its first campaign for Airbnb Services, showcasing how travellers can access more than stays – experiences, meals, and amenities – making trips more immersive and flexible.
American Express launches an all-in-one travel app along with digital tools like Amex Passport and lounge wait-times, making planning and travelling more seamless for premium cardholders.
Airbnb adds five exclusive Chef’s Table experiences hosted by world-renowned chefs in London, Los Angeles, Mexico City, Paris, and Seoul – blending gastronomy, culture, and immersive storytelling.
Visit Florida partners with Margaritaville and Grammy-winner Mac McAnally in the new ‘Live More Floridays’ campaign, inviting visitors to rediscover the state’s hidden gems and slow-travel experiences.
France’s largest air traffic control union is preparing a 24-hour strike in late September/early October, with potential flight delays and cancellations across French airspace as travellers are urged to prepare.
Spain has withdrawn 53,000 illegal tourist flats from official registers as part of a crackdown aimed at reducing overtourism and strengthening the permanent rental market in cities and tourist regions.
Vietnam will require electronic IDs and biometric check-in at most airports from December 1, 2025, making air travel more seamless and less dependent on staffed counters for most travellers.
In October 2025, travel opens up in many parts of the world – crisp autumn colors, cultural festivals, and warm beaches make Japan, New England, Mexico, and others must-see destinations this month.
Hilton has now opened more than 200 hotels in Canada, fueled by growth across lifestyle, extended-stay, and focused-service brands that make travel easier and more varied from coast to coast.
Marriott has opened its first dual-branded AC Hotel and Element by Westin in Las Vegas’s Symphony Park, a non-gaming property offering design-forward stays, extensive event space, and cultural access.
Avelo Airlines places a firm order for 50 Embraer E195-E2s with options for 50 more, marking the first U.S. purchase of this aircraft type, as the carrier pushes ahead with fleet modernization and cost efficiency.
France faces significant travel disruption as ‘Block Everything’ protests spread nationwide in response to austerity proposals under the new prime minister, leaving transport and daily routines under stress.
Arajet begins direct flights between Chicago O’Hare and Punta Cana this November, offering three weekly departures, expanding Caribbean access for Midwest travelers.
IHG Hotels & Resorts accelerates its growth in Mexico with six newly signed Voco hotels, expanding the lifestyle brand’s presence across key destinations.
Railbookers is launching its first Luxury Rail Week starting mid-September, offering exclusive savings and access to iconic train journeys around the world.