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Spain has received a record 794 Blue Flags for 2026, reinforcing its position as one of the world’s leading destinations for clean, safe and well-managed beach travel.
Kayak co-founders Steve Hafner and Paul English are working on Lola, a new Booking Holdings-backed AI travel startup focused on conversational access to travel brands.
A hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius has left three people dead, triggered international contact tracing, and renewed scrutiny of health protocols on remote expedition cruises.
Aman Sveti Stefan is preparing to reopen in Montenegro after a long closure tied to a beach access dispute, restoring one of the Adriatic’s most recognizable luxury resorts.
A viral campaign to buy and revive Spirit Airlines has exploded online, turning a TikTok pitch into a broader expression of public anger over rising fares and the loss of cheap flying.
Spirit Airlines has ceased operations after 34 years, bringing an abrupt end to one of the most disruptive and controversial business models in U.S. aviation.
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.
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 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 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 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 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 is offering free hotel stays to international travelers stranded in the country due to flight disruptions linked to the Middle East conflict.
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 has started construction on Explora VI as the luxury cruise brand continues building a six-ship fleet by 2028.