Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s multi-day wedding in Venice has ignited fierce backlash over ongoing overtourism, with locals proclaiming “No Space for Bezos” amid fears the event underscores the city’s transformation into an elite playground.
AAA projects a historic 72.2 million Americans will travel for the Independence Day holiday week, driven by strong consumer confidence, lower gas prices, and increased air capacity.
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Hilton and Marriott have announced ambitious plans to expand across Africa, unveiling dozens of new properties as they position themselves to capitalise on the continent’s growing tourism and hospitality potential.
The Trump campaign is considering reinstating and expanding the U.S. travel ban to include 36 additional countries, citing security concerns and the need for tighter immigration controls.
Cordelia Cruises’ parent company, Waterways Leisure Tourism, has filed for an $84.5 million IPO to fund fleet expansion and debt repayment—marking a bold new chapter for India’s only ocean cruise operator.
Accor has launched a fresh loyalty campaign starring football superstar Kylian Mbappé, aiming to encourage direct bookings by cutting out middlemen and enhancing customer rewards.
Frankfurt Airport will open Terminal 3 in 2026 with 64 new retail spaces featuring global brands like BOSS, Montblanc, and GateZero, redefining the travel shopping experience.
Lucknam Park Hotel & Spa will lead Accor’s luxury Emblems Collection when it joins as the flagship in Q4 2025, showcasing intimate elegance in England’s Wiltshire countryside.
The legendary Hôtel de Sers has reopened in the heart of Paris after an extensive renovation, blending Parisian heritage with contemporary elegance to appeal to modern luxury travellers.
Viking is expanding its ocean cruise portfolio with 14 new itineraries for 2026 and 2027, offering immersive experiences across Europe, Asia, Africa, the Americas, and beyond.
IHG’s upscale lifestyle brand Voco celebrates a milestone with the opening of its 100th hotel, reflecting rapid global expansion and growing demand for flexible, experience-driven hospitality.
Minor Hotels brings the NH Collection brand to two iconic Spanish destinations – Ibiza and Marbella – offering elevated stays for leisure and lifestyle-focused travellers.
United Airlines has experienced intermittent Wi-Fi outages on flights using Starlink internet, highlighting technical challenges during the early rollout phase of this in-flight connectivity upgrade.
Eurostar is set to launch new high-speed rail services linking the UK directly with key cities in Germany and Switzerland, offering travellers greener, faster options for European journeys.