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New analysis from media intelligence provider, CARMA shows that the FIFA World Cup is putting airlines in the spotlight, with 877 articles analysed across four airline brands and 3,824 social media mentions. American Airlines leads media share with 33% of coverage, followed by Qatar Airways (27%), Delta Air Lines (27%) and United Airlines (13%).

Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, has expanded the portfolio of Local Offers and Experiences available through its GHA DISCOVERY loyalty programme, in line with its Live Local concept, with a City Unscripted partnership.

Belmo Group has acquired Aquarius on the Beach, the beachfront hotel at 75 The Strand, Townsville, taking over the business from 1 July 2026. The acquisition marks the group’s first move into North Queensland and brings one of the city’s best-known waterfront addresses into the Belmo Hotels portfolio.

Milan Bergamo Airport has welcomed the arrival of Saudi Arabian low-cost carrier flyadeal, which has commenced operations in Italy with the introduction of nonstop services to Jeddah and Riyadh. The inaugural flight from Jeddah on the Red Sea coast touched down at Milan Bergamo Airport on 1 July, followed by the launch of services to

New research from travel experts Explore reveals the wild animals people want to see when travelling Pandas top the list as the most popular wild animal experience, followed by elephants and kangaroos Research also reveals a 211% increase in Google searches for ‘wildlife holiday’ Australia has been crowned the world’s number one wildlife destination

Air India Express has restored connectivity to all destinations across its West Asia network with the resumption of services to Salalah in Oman and Kuwait. Flights on the Kozhikode–Salalah route resume from 2 July. Services between Kozhikode and Kuwait resume from 3 July, while flights between Bengaluru and Kuwait begin from 4 July, with frequencies

At the heart of Costa Navarino, Anazoe unveils a new chapter in its evolution, redefining wellness through a holistic approach to longevity. Rooted in the teachings of Hippocrates and enriched by the natural rhythms of Messinia, the newly enhanced offering introduces science-led diagnostics, personalised programmes and immersive therapies designed to support long-term vitality, balance and

Emirates’ third daily service on the Dubai-Cape Town route landed at Cape Town International Airport at 18:05 yesterday, marking the first arrival of flight EK778. This also marks the debut of the airline’s next-generation Airbus A350 in South Africa.

Oceania Cruises®, the world’s leading destination- and culinary-focused luxury cruise line, today announced a new collaboration with acclaimed chef and broadcaster Clodagh McKenna, bringing together two culinary worlds rooted in exceptional food and relaxed elegance.

‘Unbreakable: The Human Advantage’ has been announced as the theme for the Hotel Leadership Conference 2027, with the Master Innholders appointing Tej Walia MI, Managing Director of Foxhills Club & Resort, as Conference Chair. Taking place on 11–12 January 2027 at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House London, the annual conference will bring together owners, operators