Valletta Named Europe’s Sunniest Capital in New Ranking
Valletta has taken the top spot in a new ranking of Europe’s sunniest capitals, underlining Malta’s strong appeal for travelers chasing warm weather and year-round brightness.
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Lufthansa Group Cuts 20,000 Summer Flights as Fuel Costs Reshape European Network
Lufthansa Group is trimming 20,000 short-haul flights from its summer schedule through October as surging jet fuel prices force a broader rethink of its European network.
Princess Cruises Orders Three Giant Voyager-Class Ships for Delivery Starting in 2035
Princess Cruises is planning a major long-term expansion with three new Voyager-class ships that will become the largest in the brand’s fleet. The order signals where the line sees the next phase of cruise growth: bigger ships, updated social spaces, and a more modern version of the Princess experience.
Spirit Airlines Faces Possible Liquidation as Fuel Shock Deepens Its Crisis
By
Laura Mitchell
• 3 mins read
Spirit Airlines could be nearing liquidation just months after signaling it expected to exit bankruptcy. The latest setback underscores how fragile the ultra-low-cost model has become in a market shaped by higher fuel costs, shifting traveler behavior, and intense pressure from larger rivals.
American Airlines Raises Bag Fees as Higher Fuel Costs Keep Pressuring Travelers
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Laura Mitchell
• 3 mins read
American Airlines has raised checked bag fees and tightened Basic Economy rules, becoming the latest U.S. carrier to push more travel costs onto passengers as airlines grapple with higher fuel expenses.
LOT Expands Krakow Network With New Flights to Rome, Barcelona, and Madrid
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Laura Mitchell
• 3 mins read
LOT Polish Airlines is expanding from Krakow with new year-round routes to Rome, Barcelona, and Madrid, while also adding Warsaw-Bologna service. The move strengthens Krakow’s role as a growing hub for both leisure and business travel in Central Europe.
Qatar Offers Free Hotel Stays to Travelers Stranded by Middle East Airspace Closures
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Yuliya Karotkaya
• 3 mins read
Qatar is offering free hotel stays to international travelers stranded in the country due to flight disruptions linked to the Middle East conflict.
U.S. Travel Association Promotes Ellen Davis to COO and Executive Vice President
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Thomas Grant
• 1 min read
By
Thomas Grant
• 1 min read
The U.S. Travel Association has promoted Ellen Davis to Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President following her role in driving growth and organizational change.
Explora Journeys Begins Construction on Sixth Luxury Cruise Ship
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Thomas Grant
• 2 mins read
By
Thomas Grant
• 2 mins read
Explora Journeys has started construction on Explora VI as the luxury cruise brand continues building a six-ship fleet by 2028.
Viking Suspends Nile River Cruises as Egypt Travel Disruptions Grow
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Yuliya Karotkaya
• 2 mins read
By
Yuliya Karotkaya
• 2 mins read
Viking has canceled Nile River cruises through March as regional conflict escalates, with other river lines also pausing Egypt and Middle East operations.
Travel Agent Academy Launches Spring Learning Challenge
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Yuliya Karotkaya
• 2 mins read
By
Yuliya Karotkaya
• 2 mins read
Travel Agent Academy is launching a Spring Learning Challenge, rewarding advisors with gift card prizes and specialist badges for completed courses.
Burj Al Arab Damaged as Iranian Drone Strikes Hit Dubai
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Yuliya Karotkaya
• 2 mins read
By
Yuliya Karotkaya
• 2 mins read
Dubai’s Burj Al Arab and Fairmont The Palm were impacted as Iranian drone and missile strikes extended into the Gulf, disrupting travel and airspace.
Dubai’s Fairmont The Palm Damaged Amid Regional Missile Strikes
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Yuliya Karotkaya
• 2 mins read
By
Yuliya Karotkaya
• 2 mins read
Fairmont The Palm in Dubai was damaged during Iranian retaliatory strikes in the region, with four people injured as tensions escalate across the Middle East.
Azamara Launches Travel Advisor Advisory Council
By
Yuliya Karotkaya
• 2 mins read
By
Yuliya Karotkaya
• 2 mins read
Azamara Cruises is forming a 10-member advisory council of experienced travel advisors to help shape future programs and initiatives.
ASTA Launches Accessible Tourism Course for Travel Advisors
By
Yuliya Karotkaya
• 2 mins read
By
Yuliya Karotkaya
• 2 mins read
ASTA has introduced a new accessible tourism course in partnership with Accessible Travel Solutions to help advisors better serve travelers with disabilities.