Expedia is aggressively integrating generative and agentic AI into its products and operations as it prepares for a shift in how travelers search, plan and book trips.
Orange Travel and Selectour have launched a strategic partnership to offer travelers preferential eSIM connectivity rates at the time of booking, expanding distribution across 1,000 agencies.
The famous Lovers’ Arch in Torre Sant’Andrea, Puglia, collapsed into the sea after severe storms, marking a major loss for Salento’s coastline and tourism.
Just months after reopening from an eight-year, $2 billion renovation, the Waldorf Astoria New York is reportedly being prepared for sale by its Chinese owners.
Visa has partnered with TBO to launch Journey Collection, a dedicated hotel booking platform offering exclusive rates and benefits to Visa cardholders worldwide.
Armenia is offering temporary visa-free entry to eligible residents of 113 countries, aiming to boost tourism and strengthen regional connectivity through mid-2026.
Italy has delayed nationwide airport strikes to avoid disrupting Winter Olympics travel, but new dates later this month could still impact flights and rail services.
Moon World Resorts is advancing plans to build a giant lunar-themed destination in up to 10 countries, combining hospitality, real estate and immersive entertainment.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has appointed board member and former Subway CEO John Chidsey as chief executive, replacing Harry Sommer.
Southwest Airlines will install Starlink high-speed internet on all 803 aircraft, aiming to equip more than 300 planes by year-end.
Hilton sees 2026 shaping up stronger than 2025, driven by premium demand, major events and brand expansion despite softer U.S. performance in Q4.
Hyatt closed 2025 with strong momentum as its all-inclusive and luxury segments outperformed the broader market, reinforcing experience-led travel demand.
BTS’ 2026 global tour is driving a surge in flight and hotel demand worldwide, reinforcing concert tourism as a major force in this year’s travel economy.
JetBlue and United enter a new phase of their Blue Sky partnership, allowing customers to book flights across both networks using cash, points, or miles directly on either airline’s platform.
Europe’s leading aviation bodies are urging Brussels to introduce greater flexibility in the Entry-Exit System rollout, warning that airport queues could reach four hours this summer.