Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has officially entered the Vietnamese market with the opening of Fairmont Hanoi, a landmark luxury hotel in the heart of the capital’s Old Quarter.
Investment firm Gencom has acquired The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park, reinforcing its growing focus on iconic luxury hospitality assets in Manhattan.
American Airlines CEO Robert Isom has agreed to meet with pilot union leaders as tensions rise over operational disruptions and the carrier’s financial direction.
TSA reports strong early results from the rollout of ConfirmID, a paid identity verification option for travelers without REAL ID, as airport compliance rates rise nationwide.
Super Bowl LX once again proved to be a powerful marketing stage, with major travel brands using the game to spotlight innovation, transformation, and emotional storytelling.
Universal Orlando Resort launches a new brand campaign debuting during Super Bowl LX, positioning the destination as a transformative, weeklong vacation experience rather than a traditional theme park visit.
American Airlines will launch nonstop summer flights between Philadelphia and Porto in 2027, expanding its Portugal network and showcasing the long-range capabilities of the Airbus A321XLR with Flagship Suites.
Royal Caribbean has been named an official host city supporter for the World Cup in Miami, expanding its presence in global sports and fan-driven travel experiences.
Airbnb unveils a free, immersive “Wuthering Heights” stay in West Yorkshire, timed for Valentine’s Day and inspired by Emerald Fennell’s highly anticipated film adaptation.
Lopesan Hotel Group is set to significantly expand its presence in Punta Cana with three new all-inclusive resorts opening in spring 2026, adding more than 1,000 rooms and multiple guest-focused concepts to the Bávaro area.
Indigenous-owned Alaskan Dream Cruises has ended operations, closing a distinctive small-ship cruise brand known for intimate voyages and Alaska Native storytelling.
Steppes Travel has launched an 11-day Innovation Tourism journey through China, offering behind-the-scenes access to the country’s leading technology hubs and design centers.
Japan’s battle with overtourism has reached a new turning point as Fujiyoshida cancels its famous Mount Fuji cherry blossom festival amid mounting pressure from record visitor numbers.
The European Union is allowing Schengen countries to apply flexibility in the rollout of the Entry-Exit System, aiming to reduce border congestion during the busy summer travel season.
ASTA has formed a new partnership with the International Association of Destination Wedding Professionals to strengthen advisor education and support growth in romance travel.