American Airlines and Mastercard have extended their longstanding travel rewards partnership, promising enhanced benefits for frequent flyers and credit card holders alike.
Barcelona will reduce the number of cruise ships allowed to dock by closing several terminals and cutting port capacity – a move to combat overtourism and protect residents’ quality of life.
Disney Cruise Line has revealed the return of Pixar Day at Sea for select 2026 sailings aboard the Disney Fantasy, promising immersive entertainment and character encounters for families.
Delta will roll out AI-based ticket pricing on 20% of domestic flights by year-end, tailoring fares to individual customers—a move praised for efficiency but criticized as “predatory” and invasive.
Plans for a direct London-to-Berlin train route are advancing after a new UK-Germany transport treaty, promising easier travel between the two capitals.
Folio, a startup streamlining financial operations for hotels, has raised $14 million in Series A funding to expand its AI-powered platform across the hospitality sector.
Travel + Leisure Co. is set to open a Sports Illustrated Resorts vacation ownership destination on Nashville’s iconic Music Row in Spring 2026 – bringing studio, one- and two-bedroom suites, resort-style amenities, and sports-themed storytelling to Middle Tennessee.
Hyatt has officially opened the Hyatt Regency Times Square, bringing luxurious accommodations, sweeping skyline views, and Broadway-inspired design to the heart of New York City.
Legoland Florida and California are preparing for liftoff in 2026 with immersive new space-themed lands, featuring the parks’ first-ever indoor roller coasters and intergalactic adventures for kids and families.
Opening on July 17, 2025, ‘Walt Disney: A Magical Life’ is a heartfelt tribute to Walt Disney’s life and legacy, offering visitors an immersive exhibit featuring original artifacts and a life-sized animatronic Walt.
IHG has opened its first voco hotel in Ireland with the launch of voco Dublin Gateway, a new upscale property offering contemporary design, wellness amenities, and versatile event spaces near Dublin Airport.
Qatar Airways has introduced ‘Privilege Club Pro,’ a loyalty subscription service offering monthly Avios and Qpoints, priority check-in, lounge access, bonus earnings, and exclusive experiences designed to accelerate elite status for frequent flyers.
Neuschwanstein Castle, Linderhof and Herrenchiemsee Castles, and the King’s House on Schachen – King Ludwig II’s romantic 19th-century Bavarian landmarks – have been added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List, honoring their artistic, cultural, and technological significance.
iCandy’s “Little Flyers Index” reveals the top 10 airports worldwide that go the extra mile for traveling families—measuring everything from nursing rooms to play zones and dining options.
Alabama’s first Reverb by Hard Rock hotel is coming to Florence in early 2028, offering a music‑themed lifestyle experience and spotlighting the region’s iconic Muscle Shoals recording heritage.