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Marriott and Noble break ground on 10th StudioRes hotel, advancing extended-stay growth in the U.S.

Marriott International and Noble Investment Group have broken ground on their 10th StudioRes hotel, marking a significant milestone in the expansion of Marriott’s new extended stay brand. The move ...

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Sunseeker Resort rebrands as Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, Curio Collection by Hilton

CHARLOTTE HARBOR, FL – Sunseeker Resort announces a bold new chapter in its history with a rebrand to Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, Curio Collection by Hilton. Under new leadership, owner Bl...

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Hilton surpasses 200 hotels in Canada, accelerates multi‑brand expansion

MCLEAN, VA. – Hilton is celebrating a major milestone: more than 200 hotels are now open and welcoming travelers across Canada. This achievement, highlighted by the most recent openings of Hôtel Va...

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JetBlue retires E190 aircraft as it transitions to an all-Airbus fleet

NEW YORK & BOSTON – JetBlue marked a milestone in its 25-year history this week with the retirement of its Embraer E190 aircraft, closing a chapter that spanned nearly two decades of se...

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G Adventures and National Geographic Expeditions announce 14 new immersive trips for 2026

G Adventures and National Geographic Expeditions have announced the addition of 14 new itineraries to their joint portfolio of small-group tours. With this expansion, the “National Geographic Journ...

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Study in Milan challenges assumptions about overtourism and quality of life

A new study on tourism’s impact in Milan is questioning long-held assumptions about the relationship between visitor numbers and residents’ well-being. The research, published as the first integrat...

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Abu Dhabi hotels record highest August occupancy on the back of events

ARLINGTON, VA. – Abu Dhabi’s hotel sector posted record-breaking performance in August 2025, according to preliminary figures from CoStar, a provider of real estate and hospitality market analytics...

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Air France-KLM Flying Blue tops global airline loyalty rankings by point.me

Air France-KLM’s Flying Blue program has once again been named the world’s best airline loyalty program, according to the second annual Airline Loyalty Program Rankings released by point.me, a rewa...

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Global Digital Nomad Report unveils top countries for remote workers in 2025

The growth of digital nomad visas has accelerated rapidly in recent years, with 91% of programmes launched since 2020. A new report from Global Citizen Solutions, unveiled at Nebrija University in ...

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Global leaders to converge in Paris for A World for Travel Summit 2025

In an era defined by climate urgency, geopolitical shifts, and evolving traveller expectations, the global travel and tourism industry faces mounting pressure to transform. Against this backdrop, m...

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Air Canada expands network for Summer 2026

MONTRÉAL – Air Canada announced its international network for Summer 2026 with new destinations taking flight in Europe and Asia. Beginning next year, the airline will launch new routes from Montré...

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VisitEngland celebrates 2025 ROSE Award winners for service excellence

VisitEngland has revealed the winners of the 2025 ROSE (Recognition Of Service Excellence) Awards, celebrating accommodation providers that deliver outstanding hospitality and unforgettable guest e...

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Tourism Investment Forum positions South Africa as Africa’s tourism gateway

The Tourism Investment Forum, hosted by the Government of South Africa in partnership with UN Tourism, convened global leaders to explore investment opportunities across South Africa and the wider ...

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RateHawk survey reveals technology and AI as most sought-after solutions for travel professionals

A new survey from RateHawk, the B2B booking platform for hotels, flights, and transfers, highlights the growing demand among travel professionals for technology-driven solutions to overcome competi...

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Cruise passenger allegedly jumped off ship to avoid reporting currency

See inside Royal Caribbean's Star of the SeasExplore Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas, featuring one of the largest waterparks and swim-up bars at sea.A Royal Caribbean passenger was arrested aft...

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AI is quietly raising your travel costs, here's how you fight back

Could AI make your flights more expensive? Here’s what we know now.Airlines are exploring AI-driven pricing models that could reshape how travelers shop for flights, but at what risk? Here's what w...

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US-bound Delta flight turns around after takeoff due to 'potential mechanical issue'

The myth of travel hacks, debunkedThere's no secret formula for cheap flights. Here's the truth about travel "hacks."A Delta Air Lines flight from the Netherlands to Minnesota turned around after t...

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Would you check into a hotel with no staff at the front desk?

Florida La Quinta hotel's virtual front desk sparks backlashPete Sager’s check-in process at a La Quinta hotel in Florida was “strange” as he encountered a kiosk with a fully remote front desk empl...

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These devices pose rising safety risks, FAA tells airlines

Flight safety tips and tricks for electronicsIf you’ve flown recently, your airline probably asked you a question or issued a warning about packing your electronics safely. Here's why.The Federal A...

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JetBlue is retiring this plane. After a two-decade run, I went on its last flight.

Airlines and the rise of AI-powered ticket pricingDelta Air Lines sparks debate over AI-driven pricing as experts warn of rising fare personalization.JetBlue flew its final revenue flight with an E...

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Icelandair celebrates launch of direct flights to Istanbul

Icelandair has launched its new direct service between Reykjavík and Istanbul, Turkey, further strengthening its route network and expanding travel options for passengers. The inaugural flight took...

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