HEADLINE NEWS

Headline News

Booking.com’s Polish Refund Tango Leaves Traveller $742 Lighter

by Christopher Elliott | Apr 25, 2025 | Elliott Report, Headline News, OTA News | 0 |

Aman Chawla cancelled his hotel room in Wrocław, Poland, which he had booked through Booking.com....

Fly Private in Australia: First-Class Guide with Flair

by Soo James | Apr 25, 2025 | Aviation, Headline News | 0 |
Ritz-Carlton Opens Luxe Safari Camp in Masai Mara Meta

by Stephen Peters | Apr 25, 2025 | Africa, Headline News, Luxury Hotels | 0 |
Ritz-Carlton Yachts Set Sail with Bold New Brand Campaign

by Sandra Jones | Apr 25, 2025 | Cruise News, Headline News, Yacht News | 0 |
Dubai’s 2025 Hotel Boom Brings Bold Luxury to New Heights

by Bridget Gomez | Apr 25, 2025 | Headline News, Hotel Openings, Middle East | 0 |
Omo River Safari: A Timeless Trek into Tribal Ethiopia

by Michelle Warner | Apr 25, 2025 | Africa, Headline News | 0 |
KlasJet’s Crimson Queen Relocates for Europe’s Jet-Set Season

by Octavia Koo | Apr 25, 2025 | Aviation, Headline News | 0 |
Sunset to Sunrise: Run the World at Laguna Phuket 2025

by Andrew Wood | Apr 25, 2025 | Headline News, Sports, Thailand | 0 |

ELLIOT REPORT

GLOBAL TRAVEL CONNOISEUR

UP CLOSE & PERSONAL

Elliott Report

Booking.com’s Polish Refund Tango Leaves Traveller $742 Lighter

by Christopher Elliott | Apr 25, 2025 | Elliott Report, Headline News, OTA News | 0 |

Aman Chawla cancelled his hotel room in Wrocław, Poland, which he had booked through Booking.com....

Qatar’s Quiet Green Revolution: Luxury Turns to Sustainability

by Christopher Elliott | Apr 24, 2025 | Elliott Report, Headline News, Middle East, Reviews, Sustainable Tourism | 0 |

Global Travel Connoisseur

Sky-High Luxury at Grand Hyatt Shanghai’s Towering Retreat

by Robert La Bua | Apr 23, 2025 | Global Travel Connoisseur, Headline News, Reviews | 0 |

Soaring above Shanghai’s formidable skyline, the Jin Mao Tower became an instant symbol of...

Shanghai’s Grand Kempinski Shines in Luxury and Flavour

by Robert La Bua | Apr 15, 2025 | Global Travel Connoisseur, Headline News, Reviews | 0 |

Up Close & Personal

Up Close & Personal: Abigail Tan, The Bold Heart Behind St Giles

by Stephen Morton | Apr 15, 2025 | Headline News, Up Close & Personal | 0 |

There’s something thoroughly refreshing about sitting down with someone who breaks the mould...

Inside CUBE Boutique Capsule Hotels: A Vision for Social Hospitality

by Michelle Warner | Mar 17, 2025 | Headline News, Up Close & Personal | 0 |

ACCOLADES

AVIATION

BUSINESS NEWS

Accolades

ACI APAC & MID Unveils Green Airports Recognition 2025 Winners

by Chisa de Ruiter | Apr 25, 2025 | Accolades | 0 |

Airports Council International Asia-Pacific & Middle East (ACI APAC & MID), announced the...

BELLUSTAR TOKYO Wins Best New Hotel at TTG China Travel Awards

by Chisa de Ruiter | Apr 25, 2025 | Accolades | 0 |

Aviation

Hopper & Frontier Airlines Unite to Boost NDC Content Access

by Chisa de Ruiter | Apr 25, 2025 | Aviation | 0 |

Hopper, the global travel platform, today announced its NDC (New Distribution Capability)...

Fly Private in Australia: First-Class Guide with Flair

by Soo James | Apr 25, 2025 | Aviation, Headline News | 0 |

Business News

US Travel Policy Shakes Plans as Aussies Plot More Trips

by Jason Smith | Apr 23, 2025 | Business News, Headline News, Travel Advisors | 0 |

In a year poised for bold adventures and ticking off bucket-list items, international travellers,...

US Travel Policy Upheaval Jolts Global Business Confidence

by Jason Smith | Apr 22, 2025 | Business News, Headline News, Travel Advisors | 0 |

BEVERAGE

EVENTS CALENDAR

DINING

Beverage

Sip Iconic Aussie Wines by the Glass at Top Bars This May

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 22, 2025 | Beverage | 0 |

For the entire month of May, five bars across Australia will offer every wine on their list by the...

MGallery & Citadelle Gin Stir Up Global Style for World Cocktail Months

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 19, 2025 | Beverage | 0 |

Events Calendar

Travel Bug Bites Back: 2025 Travel Show Series Smashes Records

by Anne Keam | Apr 23, 2025 | Events Calendar | 0 |

It began, quite literally, with a freeze. Atlanta welcomed the 2025 Travel & Adventure Show...

Wonder Returns to HOTA with Dazzling Art Suspended in the Sky

by Chisa de Ruiter | Apr 19, 2025 | Events Calendar | 0 |

Dining | Restaurants

JW Marriott Khao Lak Unveils First Circular Beachfront Tasting

JW Marriott Khao Lak is proud to introduce Sown & Reborn – a new fully circular refined...

Savor a Culinary Adventure Every Night at Ventisi Restaurant

by Chisa de Ruiter | Apr 25, 2025 | Dining | Restaurants | 0 |

CRUISE NEWS

HOTEL NEWS

RESORT NEWS

Cruise News

Fred. Olsen First to Launch Carbon Literacy in Cruise Industry

by Chisa de Ruiter | Apr 25, 2025 | Cruise News | 0 |

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has become the first cruise line to launch a Carbon Literacy training...

Ritz-Carlton Yachts Set Sail with Bold New Brand Campaign

by Sandra Jones | Apr 25, 2025 | Cruise News, Headline News, Yacht News | 0 |

Hotel News

Metropole Hanoi Offers Bomb Shelter Tours to Mark War’s End 50th

by Chisa de Ruiter | Apr 25, 2025 | Hotel News | 0 |

As the world prepares to mark the 50th anniversary of the end of the U.S.-Vietnam War, guests at...

Foxhills Guests Ride in Luxury with Addison Lee

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 25, 2025 | Hotel News | 0 |

Resort News

The Anam Mui Ne Joins the Prestigious Virtuoso Travel Network

by Chisa de Ruiter | Apr 25, 2025 | Resort News | 0 |

The Anam Mui Ne, a remarkable resort with a design inspired by the Indochine era, has joined...

Azerai Ke Ga Bay Ranked No. 2 in World’s Most Instagrammable Hotels

by Chisa de Ruiter | Apr 22, 2025 | Resort News | 0 |

AIRFARE DEALS

CRUISE DEALS

TRAVEL DEALS

Airfare Deals

AirAsia Launches Phuket–Medan Route with Access to Stunning Lake Toba

by Chisa de Ruiter | Apr 19, 2025 | Airfare Deals | 0 |

AirAsia is turning up the travel excitement with the launch of its latest international route:...

Vietjet Slashes Fares by 50% on All Routes – Book Now!

by Chisa de Ruiter | Apr 16, 2025 | Airfare Deals | 0 |

Cruise Deals

Oosterdam Returns Refreshed with Bold New Upgrades

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 24, 2025 | Cruise Deals | 0 |

Holland America Line guests who embarked Oosterdam in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, this past weekend...

Explore Great Britain with a Luxury Cruise Tour Package

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 23, 2025 | Cruise Deals | 0 |

Travel Deals

Top Mother’s Day Trips She’ll Never Forget!

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 25, 2025 | Travel Deals | 0 |

With Mother’s Day approaching, there’s no better time to spoil mom with a trip of a lifetime. If...

Salamander Voyages Adds 4 New Luxury Gulets to Fleet

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 25, 2025 | Travel Deals | 0 |

INDUSTRY DEALS

BEVERAGE

GADGETS

Industry Deals

Hot New Travel Club Deals Just Landed – Don’t Miss Out!

by Contibutor | Apr 19, 2025 | Headline News, Industry Deals | 0 |

For a limited time, enjoy up to a further 20% off selected Silversea sailings marked with the...

Hot New Travel Club Deals You Can’t Miss!

by Contibutor | Apr 12, 2025 | Headline News, Industry Deals | 0 |

Beverage

Sip Iconic Aussie Wines by the Glass at Top Bars This May

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 22, 2025 | Beverage | 0 |

For the entire month of May, five bars across Australia will offer every wine on their list by the...

MGallery & Citadelle Gin Stir Up Global Style for World Cocktail Months

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 19, 2025 | Beverage | 0 |

Gadgets

Huion Debuts Kamvas Slate 11 & 13 for Creative Power Anywhere

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 25, 2025 | Gadgets | 0 |

As a global leader in digital drawing devices and solutions, Huion today announces the Kamvas...

Rip Curl Launches Revolutionary Surf Watch and iOS App Update

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 22, 2025 | Gadgets | 0 |

EXPLORE CANADA

DISCOVER IRELAND

EXPLORE HAWAII

Canada

Churchill’s Arctic Cruises Align with Beluga Whale Season

by Alison Jenkins | Mar 27, 2025 | Canada, Expedition Cruises, Headline News | 0 |

In a remarkable alignment of nature’s splendour and human discovery, the remote Canadian outpost...

Canada Calls Travel Pros: Free Hospitality Careers Webinar!

by Soo James | Mar 27, 2025 | Canada, Careers, Events Calendar, Headline News | 0 |

Ireland

Emirates & Tourism Ireland Forge Bold Tourism Growth Pact

by Sandra Jones | Mar 25, 2025 | Aviation, Headline News, Ireland | 0 |

In a landmark move poised to redefine European tourism routes, global aviation titan Emirates has...

🍀 Taste the Past: Explore Ireland’s Rich Food History! 🥘

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Mar 13, 2025 | Ireland | 0 |

Hawaii

HTA & ClimbHI Inspire Youth via 13th Annual LEI Program

by Chisa de Ruiter | Apr 14, 2025 | Hawaii | 0 |

The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA) is proud to announce its partnership with ClimbHI and the...

Experience Hoʻokipa Hawaiʻi Weekend: Feb 15-16, 2025!

by Chisa de Ruiter | Feb 13, 2025 | Hawaii | 0 |

DESTINATION GLOBAL

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DISCOVER NEW ZEALAND

Destination Global

Asia-Pacific Tourism Roars Back in 2024 with Resilience

by Octavia Koo | Apr 17, 2025 | Destination Global, Headline News | 0 |

In a testament to perseverance, vision, and revitalised leadership, Asia and the Pacific have...

Northern Lights, Kenya Safaris, and Galapagos Top 2025 Dream Trips

by Michelle Warner | Jan 29, 2025 | Destination Global, Headline News, Travel Deals | 0 |

Middle East

Dubai’s 2025 Hotel Boom Brings Bold Luxury to New Heights

by Bridget Gomez | Apr 25, 2025 | Headline News, Hotel Openings, Middle East | 0 |

Dubai doesn’t so much build hotels as it does sculpt monuments to modern indulgence. The city of...

Qatar’s Quiet Green Revolution: Luxury Turns to Sustainability

by Christopher Elliott | Apr 24, 2025 | Elliott Report, Headline News, Middle East, Reviews, Sustainable Tourism | 0 |

New Zealand

NZ Wine Industry Uncorks Bold Sustainability Commitment

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 17, 2025 | New Zealand | 0 |

The New Zealand wine industry remains committed to a sustainable future, a vision that industry...

Autumn Awaits: Discover What’s New in Dunedin 2025

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 17, 2025 | New Zealand | 0 |

Discover Thailand

Explore Arkansas

Explore Florida

Thailand

Bigo Live Ignites Songkran with Joy, Culture & Live Festive Energy

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 25, 2025 | Thailand | 0 |

Bigo Live, a leading global livestreaming platform, celebrated Thailand’s iconic Songkran Festival...

Sunset to Sunrise: Run the World at Laguna Phuket 2025

by Andrew Wood | Apr 25, 2025 | Headline News, Sports, Thailand | 0 |

Arkansas

🚗 New Scenic Drive Opens at Pinnacle Mountain Park! 🏞️

by Chisa de Ruiter | Mar 22, 2025 | Arkansas | 0 |

Arkansas State Parks is excited to announce the opening of the new drive leading to the Pinnacle...

🏞️ Explore History with Arkansas State Parks & Archeology!

by Chisa de Ruiter | Mar 19, 2025 | Arkansas | 0 |

Florida

Florida’s Space Coast Rockets Into 2025: Cruises, Launches & Hotels Soar

by Bridget Gomez | Mar 26, 2025 | Florida, Headline News | 0 |

Florida’s Space Coast has triumphantly wrapped up 2024, celebrating record-breaking rocket...

St. Pete-Clearwater Joins Elite MICHELIN Guide!

by Chisa de Ruiter | Feb 6, 2025 | Florida | 0 |

European News

Explore New York

Explore Queensland

Europe

New UNESCO Geopark: Fjord Coast Joins Natural Wonders

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 25, 2025 | Europe | 0 |

The Fjord Coast Regional- and Geopark designated as a UNESCO Global Geopark A new international...

Music Icons Rock Monte-Carlo Summer Festival 2025 Stage

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 24, 2025 | Europe | 0 |

New York

100 Years of Gatsby: NY’s Glamour & Hidden History

by Chisa de Ruiter | Apr 11, 2025 | New York | 0 |

To mark the 100-year legacy of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby, I Love NY, through...

MJL Select Gathers Luxury Travel Elite in NYC Showcase

by Chisa de Ruiter | Mar 28, 2025 | New York | 0 |

Queensland

Daintree’s Regenerative Tourism Blooms with Bold New Partnership

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 24, 2025 | Queensland, Sustainable Tourism | 0 |

Ahead of Earth Day 2025, Rainforest Rescue and Down Under Tours, in conjunction with the...

Great Barrier Reef Earns Nod for Prestigious Global Eco Award

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 23, 2025 | Queensland | 0 |

Explore South Asia

Explore South Pacific

North Asia News

South Asia

Kerala Soars with Paragliding Fest in Vagamon!

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 12, 2025 | South Asia | 0 |

Vagamon in Idukki district emerged as the focal point of international adventure tourism with the...

Idukki Rises: Kerala’s New Eco Haven Unveiled!

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 11, 2025 | South Asia | 0 |

South Pacific

Tonga Tourism Appoints PTM as ANZ Representative

by Christine Nguyen | Feb 3, 2025 | Headline News, South Pacific | 0 |

In a major strategic initiative, the Tonga Tourism Authority (TTA) has announced the appointment...

Nauru’s Tourist Boom: 94% Surge in Global Visitors

by Soo James | Aug 8, 2024 | Headline News, South Pacific | 0 |

North Asia News

Cat Summer Adventure!

by Chisa de Ruiter | Aug 2, 2023 | North Asia News | 0 |

Asia’s acclaimed feline superstar Lan Lan Cat is set to make a grand entrance! This summer,...

Hamamatsu’s Marine Paradise!

by Chisa de Ruiter | Aug 1, 2023 | North Asia News | 0 |

Oceania News

EXPLORE NSW

OTA NEWS

Oceania News

Spectacular Red Crab Migration on Christmas Island

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

One of nature’s most awe-inspiring events is now underway on Christmas Island, captivating...

Australia’s ‘Say G’day’ Boost: Global Visit Surge & Stellar Recovery!

by Bridget Gomez | Oct 11, 2023 | Headline News, Oceania News | 0 |

New South Wales

SailGP 2026 Locked in for Sydney by NSW Government

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 22, 2025 | New South Wales | 0 |

Sydney will once again take centre stage on the global sporting calendar, with the NSW Government...

Wanderer Festival Returns as the Sparkling Gem of the Sapphire Coast

by Chisa de Ruiter | Apr 17, 2025 | New South Wales | 0 |

OTA News

5 Eco Hotels That Redefine Comfort & Sustainability Every Day

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 25, 2025 | OTA News | 0 |

While Earth Day reminds us to celebrate our planet, working towards sustainability is a year-round...

Agoda Reveals Asia’s Best Stargazing Spots for Magical Nights

by Chisa de Ruiter | Apr 25, 2025 | OTA News | 0 |

AIRPORT

FINANCIAL

GADGETS

Airport

Newcastle Airport Celebrates Earth Day with Green Vision for the Hunter

by Chisa de Ruiter | Apr 25, 2025 | Airport | 0 |

As the world celebrates Earth Day today, Newcastle Airport is reinforcing its role as an enabler...

oneworld Expands at JFK T8 with New Co-Location of Top U.S. Airlines

by Chisa de Ruiter | Apr 24, 2025 | Airport | 0 |

Financial

Malaysia Aviation Group Achieves Positive NIAT of RM54mil and Third Consecutive Operating Profit on the Back of Operational Headwinds.

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 20, 2025 | Financial | 0 |

Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG or the Group) reports a positive Net Profit After Interest and Tax...

HBX Group & FinPay Launch B2B eWallet for Travel Industry Payments

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 19, 2025 | Financial | 0 |

Gadgets

Huion Debuts Kamvas Slate 11 & 13 for Creative Power Anywhere

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 25, 2025 | Gadgets | 0 |

As a global leader in digital drawing devices and solutions, Huion today announces the Kamvas...

Rip Curl Launches Revolutionary Surf Watch and iOS App Update

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 22, 2025 | Gadgets | 0 |

TRAVEL ADIVSORS

TRADE EVENTS

MICE

Travel Advisors

Personal Travel Manager Shines at the Darwin Travel Festival

by Chisa de Ruiter | Apr 24, 2025 | Travel Advisors | 0 |

Travel enthusiasts in Northern Territory flocked to the Darwin Travel Festival last month, with...

US Travel Policy Shakes Plans as Aussies Plot More Trips

by Jason Smith | Apr 23, 2025 | Business News, Headline News, Travel Advisors | 0 |

Trade Events

Qatar Airways Reveals Arabic Sama at ATM Dubai 2025

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 25, 2025 | Trade Events | 0 |

The World’s Best Airline, as voted by Skytrax in 2024, will spotlight innovative, AI-powered...

Seatrade Cruise Global Marks 40 Years of Cruise Innovation

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 24, 2025 | Trade Events | 0 |

Mice

Antwerp to Host 2025 Michelin Star Reveal

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 24, 2025 | Mice | 0 |

Following a successful event in 2024, Antwerp has once again been selected as the host city for...

Kenes Group Reveals Bold New Look at 60 Years

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 24, 2025 | Mice | 0 |

All

Top Mother’s Day Trips She’ll Never Forget!

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 25, 2025 | Travel Deals | 0 |
Salamander Voyages Adds 4 New Luxury Gulets to Fleet

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 25, 2025 | Travel Deals | 0 |
Qatar Airways Reveals Arabic Sama at ATM Dubai 2025

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 25, 2025 | Trade Events | 0 |
Book Early for 2026/2027 AAT Kings Tours & Save!

by Nichapa Ratchanathammachai | Apr 25, 2025 | Tour Operator | 0 |