Travel Meet Asia Returns With Brunei in Spotlight

Posted by Chutima Kerdmo | May 21, 2026 | Trade Events | 0 |

Tauck Expands 2027 Tours with Iconic US Parks

Posted by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 21, 2026 | Tour Operator | 0 |

Contiki Expands with Bold New Experience Tours

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HEADLINE NEWS

Headline News

Christchurch Takes Off With Bold New Global Air Links

by Peter Needham | May 21, 2026 | Headline News, Mice, New Zealand, Trade Events | 0 |

Christchurch took the spotlight at TRENZ 2026 in Auckland yesterday as Air New Zealand announced...

Visit USA Sets the Tone as IPW Opens in Florida

by Stephen Morton | May 21, 2026 | Florida, Headline News, Trade Events | 0 |
AI Plans Trips, But Travel Still Moves the Soul

by Peter Needham | May 21, 2026 | Headline News, Mice, New Zealand, Trade Events | 0 |
Travel Gets Smarter as AI and Value Reset Journeys

by May Marclay | May 21, 2026 | Financial, Headline News, Technology | 0 |
AI Whisperer Brings Clarity to Hotel AI Strategy Surge

by Roderick Eime | May 21, 2026 | Headline News, Up Close & Personal | 0 |
Dokic to Ignite MTA 2026 with Power of You Theme

by Sandra Jones | May 21, 2026 | Conferences, Headline News, Travel Advisors | 0 |
Disney Magic Lands in Mackay, Tourism Set to Boom

by Contributor | May 21, 2026 | Events Calendar, Headline News, Queensland | 0 |
Shamwari Winter Safaris Redefine the Morning Ritual

by Maysa Punchanit | May 21, 2026 | Africa, Headline News | 0 |

ELLIOT REPORT

GLOBAL TRAVEL CONNOISEUR

UP CLOSE & PERSONAL

Elliott Report

Travel Superstitions Surge: Rituals Rise, Reality Matters

by Christopher Elliott | May 4, 2026 | Elliott Report, Headline News, Travel Advisors | 0 |

Do you knock three times on the aeroplane fuselage before you board a flight? Or do you carry a...

Loyalty Trap: Travel Rewards Programs Turning Against You

by Christopher Elliott | Apr 24, 2026 | Elliott Report, Headline News, Loyalty | 0 |

Global Travel Connoisseur

Charlotte’s Funny Bus: Drag, Laughter & Queen City Charm

by Robert La Bua | May 19, 2026 | Global Travel Connoisseur, GTM Reviews, Headline News, LGBTQ+, North America | 0 |

One ride on the Funny Bus with legendary Charlotte drag artist Buff Faye will immediately...

Rome’s Hidden Treasures Shine Beyond Tourist Crowds

by Robert La Bua | May 12, 2026 | Europe, Global Travel Connoisseur, GTM Reviews, Headline News | 0 |

Up Close & Personal

AI Whisperer Brings Clarity to Hotel AI Strategy Surge

by Roderick Eime | May 21, 2026 | Headline News, Up Close & Personal | 0 |

After a decade navigating the ever-shifting currents of hotel branding and guest experience,...

Bangkok Hotels Thrive as Midscale Agility Outpaces Luxury

by Roderick Eime | May 4, 2026 | Headline News, Up Close & Personal | 0 |

ACCOLADES

AVIATION

BUSINESS NEWS

Accolades

Journey Beyond Blooms at Chelsea Flower Show

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 21, 2026 | Accolades | 0 |

The ‘Journey Beyond the Tracks: From Adelaide to Perth’ garden has been awarded a Silver-Gilt...

Newcastle Airport CEO Takes Top Honours at Hunter Tourism Awards

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 21, 2026 | Accolades | 0 |

Aviation

Hawaiian Airlines Charges Ahead With Green Fleet

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 21, 2026 | Aviation | 0 |

Hawaiian Airlines today unveiled a new fleet of electric baggage tractors, belt...

Christchurch Set for Take-Off in Global Tourism Push

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 21, 2026 | Aviation | 0 |

Business News

Maldives Makes Its Move on Aussies via Luxury Escapes

by Octavia Koo | May 18, 2026 | Business News, Headline News, Resort News, Tour Operator | 0 |

There’s a moment in every destination’s life when it stops flirting with a market and starts...

HBX Bags Bridgify in Smart Play for Experiences Boom

by Soo James | May 15, 2026 | Business News, Headline News, Technology | 0 |

BEVERAGE

EVENTS CALENDAR

DINING

Beverage

Whisky Cask Investing Opens to Asia’s Collectors

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 18, 2026 | Beverage | 0 |

Over the past year, outbound travel has evolved from “relying on travel guides” to...

Mixologist Francisco Shakes Up Hanoi Cocktail Week

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 13, 2026 | Beverage | 0 |

Events Calendar

Noosa Alive! Unveils Glittering 2026 Arts Line-Up

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 21, 2026 | Events Calendar | 0 |

The iconic Noosa alive! Festival returns from 17–26 July 2026, delivering ten days and ten nights...

Thredbo and Skrewball Launch Epic Après Club

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 21, 2026 | Events Calendar | 0 |

Dining | Restaurants

Aenza Brings Wine-Led Japanese Dining to Sydney

Joy Liu, the owner behind Amuro Darlinghurst, alongside venue manager Akie Ueda, will open their...

Shanghai MICHELIN Magic: Chaoshan Cuisine Shines

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 21, 2026 | Dining | Restaurants | 0 |

CRUISE NEWS

HOTEL NEWS

RESORT NEWS

Cruise News

Hurtigruten’s New Signature Ship Sets Sail

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 21, 2026 | Cruise News | 0 |

This week, following an extensive refurbishment and upgrade,...

Explora Journeys Charts Bold Six-Ship Summer Vision

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 21, 2026 | Cruise News | 0 |

Hotel News

Inside the Strange Comfort Rituals of Aussie Travellers

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 21, 2026 | Hotel News | 0 |

Aussies have become high-maintenance sleepers when travelling, with Gen Z and Millennials leading...

Marriott Bonvoy Boutiques Launches Stylish Design Shop

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 21, 2026 | Hotel News | 0 |

Resort News

Endless Summer Awaits at Four Seasons Nam Hai

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 21, 2026 | Resort News | 0 |

Marking the arrival of warmer months, Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai, Hoi An, Vietnam welcomes...

Four Seasons Nam Hai Unveils Ultimate Vietnam Summer

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 20, 2026 | Resort News | 0 |

AIRFARE DEALS

CRUISE DEALS

TRAVEL DEALS

Airfare Deals

Vietjet Thailand Launches Million-Seat Travel Sale

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 21, 2026 | Airfare Deals | 0 |

Vietjet Thailand has launched its largest campaign of the year, “Vietjet Online Travel Fair”,...

Etihad Unleashes Flight Deals to Dream Destinations

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 13, 2026 | Airfare Deals | 0 |

Cruise Deals

Chase the Northern Lights on an Arctic Adventure

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 21, 2026 | Cruise Deals | 0 |

Lead in Price: $9,170 per person – based upon 24 September 2026 sailing Value of savings or added...

Fred. Olsen Offers Free Flights to the Mediterranean

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 20, 2026 | Cruise Deals | 0 |

Travel Deals

Trafalgar, Insight Launch 2027 Early Booking Push

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 21, 2026 | Travel Deals | 0 |

Trafalgar and Insight Vacations have launched their 2027 Early Booking Advantage campaign offering...

Virgin Australia Soars Back Into Holiday Packages

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 20, 2026 | Travel Deals | 0 |

INDUSTRY DEALS

BEVERAGE

GADGETS

Industry Deals

Industry Deals: Travel Club’s Luxury Cruise Coup

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 16, 2026 | Industry Deals | 0 |

Member Update From the Desk of Sue Francis Exclusive TIC Member Rates with Regent Seven Seas...

Travel Club Industry Deals Sail Europe’s Rivers

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 9, 2026 | Industry Deals | 0 |

Beverage

Whisky Cask Investing Opens to Asia’s Collectors

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 18, 2026 | Beverage | 0 |

Over the past year, outbound travel has evolved from “relying on travel guides” to...

Mixologist Francisco Shakes Up Hanoi Cocktail Week

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 13, 2026 | Beverage | 0 |

Gadgets

SCIBS 2026 Reveals Top Marine Toys & Innovations

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 24, 2026 | Gadgets | 0 |

JOBE SPORTS Jobe Sports are primed to wow SCIBS crowds with an epic assortment of all-new...

Earbuds That Speak Your Language Win Over Travellers

by Jill Walsh | Apr 23, 2026 | Gadgets, Headline News, Security, Technology | 0 |

EXPLORE CANADA

DISCOVER IRELAND

EXPLORE HAWAII

Canada

Whistler Blackcomb Launches Epic Summer Adventures

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 20, 2026 | Canada | 0 |

Summer has arrived at Whistler Blackcomb, in British Columbia, Canada marked by the official...

Vancouver Kicks Off FIFA World Cup 2026 Countdown

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 19, 2026 | Canada | 0 |

Ireland

Find Mindful Escape Bliss at Enniskeen Estate

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 21, 2026 | Ireland | 0 |

Tucked in the heart of Tollymore Valley in the majestic Mourne Mountains is a five-star glamping...

Belfast Unveils the Ultimate Restorative City Escape

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 20, 2026 | Ireland | 0 |

Hawaii

Hawai‘i Calls Time on Tourism Excess

by Soo James | May 7, 2026 | Hawaii, Headline News | 0 |

There’s an old rule in tourism that’s rarely spoken and often ignored: success contains the...

Hawai‘i Tourism Slips as Kona Storms Hit Demand Hard

by May Marclay | May 4, 2026 | Hawaii, Headline News | 0 |

DESTINATION GLOBAL

DISCOVER MIDDLE EAST

DISCOVER NEW ZEALAND

Destination Global

Fengdu’s Phoenix Sculpture Unveiled in Guanajuato, Mexico!

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Nov 12, 2024 | Destination Global | 0 |

In Guanajuato City, Mexico, marigolds adorned the entire city as people dressed up in skeleton...

Summer Destination Dupes: Enjoy Beloved Spots Crowd-Free

by Chisa de Ruiter | Jun 8, 2024 | Destination Global | 0 |

Middle East

Sphere Abu Dhabi Set to Transform Yas Island Entertainment

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 18, 2026 | Middle East | 0 |

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Sphere Entertainment Co....

Hormuz Crisis Sparks Oil Surge, UN Urges Calm Now

by Yves Thomas | May 17, 2026 | Headline News, Middle East, Security | 0 |

New Zealand

Electrify Queenstown 2026 Ends on a High Note

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 21, 2026 | New Zealand | 0 |

Electrify Queenstown 2026 has wrapped after three days of energy, ideas and action, drawing more...

Christchurch Takes Off With Bold New Global Air Links

by Peter Needham | May 21, 2026 | Headline News, Mice, New Zealand, Trade Events | 0 |

Discover Thailand

Explore Arkansas

Explore Florida

Thailand

Royal Thai Fashion Shines in Paris Spotlight

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 21, 2026 | Thailand | 0 |

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) highlights La Mode en Majesté Royal Thai Dress from...

Thailand Steals the Spotlight at Cannes 2026

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 20, 2026 | Thailand | 0 |

Arkansas

Heartbroken Mum Strikes 3.09-Carat Diamond Jackpot

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 13, 2026 | Arkansas | 0 |

While grieving the deaths of her son and father, Pennsylvania native Keshia Smith recently found a...

Blanchard Springs Caverns Set for 2026 Upgrades

by Chutima Kerdmo | Apr 8, 2026 | Arkansas | 0 |

Florida

Visit USA Sets the Tone as IPW Opens in Florida

by Stephen Morton | May 21, 2026 | Florida, Headline News, Trade Events | 0 |

If you’ve spent any time in this industry, you know the first night matters. Not the speeches, not...

Florida Rolls Cameras on America250 Docuseries Celebration

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 14, 2026 | Florida | 0 |

European News

Explore New York

Explore Queensland

Europe

Scotland Shines with an Unforgettable Summer

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 21, 2026 | Europe | 0 |

With long daylight hours, wildlife encounters and a packed calendar of cultural and sporting...

Finland Invites World to Table in Bold Culinary Play

by Bridget Gomez | May 20, 2026 | Europe, Headline News | 0 |

New York

Comal NYC Ignites Bold New Mexican Dining Scene

New York doesn’t hand out credibility lightly. It never has. The city has seen too many openings,...

Hoochenanny Festival Amplifies 2026 Lineup With Regional Talent

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 11, 2026 | New York | 0 |

Queensland

Disney Magic Lands in Mackay, Tourism Set to Boom

by Contributor | May 21, 2026 | Events Calendar, Headline News, Queensland | 0 |

Later this year, Mackay in Queensland will be the first Australian location to house Disney: The...

Luxury Cairns Charter Vessel Sets Sail on Global Stage

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 12, 2026 | Queensland | 0 |

Explore South Asia

Explore South Pacific

North Asia News

South Asia

Goa Tourism Launches Curated Hampi Heritage Tour

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 10, 2026 | South Asia | 0 |

The Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC), in association with Nature Trails by Thomas Cook,...

Resplendent Ceylon Rides High with Tropicsurf

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 27, 2026 | South Asia | 0 |

All

Washington DC Tourism Hits Record Economic Impact

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 21, 2026 | Washington DC | 0 |

For the third year in a row, Washington, DC’s tourism industry set a record for visitation and...

Olympia Unveils Major New Venue Openings for 2026

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 21, 2026 | Venues | 0 |

All

Washington DC Tourism Hits Record Economic Impact

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 21, 2026 | Washington DC | 0 |

For the third year in a row, Washington, DC’s tourism industry set a record for visitation and...

Olympia Unveils Major New Venue Openings for 2026

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 21, 2026 | Venues | 0 |

Oceania News

EXPLORE NSW

OTA NEWS

Oceania News

Pitcairn Register Returns for Norfolk Bounty Day Roots

by Charmaine Lu | May 2, 2026 | Headline News, Oceania News | 0 |

There are moments in travel history when the past doesn’t merely whisper, it strides back into the...

Spectacular Red Crab Migration on Christmas Island

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Jan 30, 2024 | Oceania News | 0 |

New South Wales

Central Coast Launches Bold New Tourism Campaign

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 20, 2026 | New South Wales | 0 |

The NSW Central Coast tourism sector is set to benefit from a major new destination marketing...

What If Tourism Was Never About Visitors?

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 2, 2026 | New South Wales | 0 |

OTA News

Visa and Trip.com Group Team Up on Travel Push

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 21, 2026 | OTA News | 0 |

Visa, a world leader in digital payments today announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with...

Agoda Names Top Family City Breaks for Summer

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 20, 2026 | OTA News | 0 |

AIRPORT

FINANCIAL

GADGETS

Airport

Christchurch Airport Unveils New Family Play Hub

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 21, 2026 | Airport | 0 |

Today, Christchurch Airport has officially completed a major terminal revamp, with the opening of...

Summer Travel Takes Off at SFO as Holiday Rush Begins

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 20, 2026 | Airport | 0 |

Financial

Travel Gets Smarter as AI and Value Reset Journeys

by May Marclay | May 21, 2026 | Financial, Headline News, Technology | 0 |

There was a time when booking an overseas trip required little more than a decent agent, a glossy...

H World Powers APAC Growth With Asset-Light Push

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 20, 2026 | Financial | 0 |

Gadgets

SCIBS 2026 Reveals Top Marine Toys & Innovations

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 24, 2026 | Gadgets | 0 |

JOBE SPORTS Jobe Sports are primed to wow SCIBS crowds with an epic assortment of all-new...

Earbuds That Speak Your Language Win Over Travellers

by Jill Walsh | Apr 23, 2026 | Gadgets, Headline News, Security, Technology | 0 |

TRAVEL ADIVSORS

TRADE EVENTS

MICE

Travel Advisors

Dokic to Ignite MTA 2026 with Power of You Theme

by Sandra Jones | May 21, 2026 | Conferences, Headline News, Travel Advisors | 0 |

There’s a quiet truth in travel that no algorithm has yet managed to outsmart: people still trust...

EU Passenger Plan Drives Smarter Business Travel Shift

by Susan NG | May 20, 2026 | Europe, Headline News, Travel Advisors | 0 |

Trade Events

Travel Meet Asia Returns With Brunei in Spotlight

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 21, 2026 | Trade Events | 0 |

Indonesia’s leading travel trade show returns to Jakarta on 23–24 June, bringing together 1,500+...

Christchurch Takes Off With Bold New Global Air Links

by Peter Needham | May 21, 2026 | Headline News, Mice, New Zealand, Trade Events | 0 |

Mice

Christchurch Takes Off With Bold New Global Air Links

by Peter Needham | May 21, 2026 | Headline News, Mice, New Zealand, Trade Events | 0 |

Christchurch took the spotlight at TRENZ 2026 in Auckland yesterday as Air New Zealand announced...

AI Plans Trips, But Travel Still Moves the Soul

by Peter Needham | May 21, 2026 | Headline News, Mice, New Zealand, Trade Events | 0 |

All

Washington DC Tourism Hits Record Econom...

May 21, 2026

Olympia Unveils Major New Venue Openings...

May 21, 2026

Trafalgar, Insight Launch 2027 Early Boo...

May 21, 2026

Travel Meet Asia Returns With Brunei in ...

May 21, 2026

Tauck Expands 2027 Tours with Iconic US ...

May 21, 2026

Contiki Expands with Bold New Experience...

May 21, 2026

Royal Thai Fashion Shines in Paris Spotl...

May 21, 2026

Insight Vacations Unveils New Small Grou...

May 21, 2026

Washington DC Tourism Hits Record Economic Impact

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 21, 2026 | Washington DC | 0 |

For the third year in a row, Washington, DC’s tourism industry set a record for visitation and...

Olympia Unveils Major New Venue Openings for 2026

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 21, 2026 | Venues | 0 |
Trafalgar, Insight Launch 2027 Early Booking Push

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 21, 2026 | Travel Deals | 0 |
Travel Meet Asia Returns With Brunei in Spotlight

by Chutima Kerdmo | May 21, 2026 | Trade Events | 0 |
Tauck Expands 2027 Tours with Iconic US Parks

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | May 21, 2026 | Tour Operator | 0 |