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Southwest Airlines filed 42 new nonstop routes for the March‑May 2026 spring season, expanding its network to 929 city pairs and averaging 4,016 daily flights. The additions include four new cities—Anchorage, Knoxville, St. Maarten and Santa Rosa—bringing the carrier into Alaska for the first time in over 50 years. The new routes average 872 nautical miles, 28% longer than the airline’s overall network, highlighted by the long‑haul San Diego‑Kahului service. Southwest will operate these routes with its 175‑seat Boeing 737 MAX 8 fleet.
Transcend Cruises has inked a new‑build agreement with Den Breejen Shipyard for two additional river vessels, expanding its fleet to four ships by 2028. The company’s inaugural ship, Connect, is slated for a July 2026 launch as the first river...
Restaurant operators who can read their profit and loss (P&L) statements gain a real‑time scorecard rather than a tax‑only report. Monthly close cycles let owners compare actual results against budgets and spot variances instantly. This visibility uncovers hidden cost leaks...
Rental Escapes’ REwards program, launched in 2023, lets travel advisors earn points for every villa booking and redeem them for complimentary stays worldwide. Over three years the initiative has amassed more than 80 million points and facilitated over 90 free villa...
Ontario International Airport reported a 6.3% year‑over‑year increase in February passenger traffic, handling 478,625 travelers, with domestic traffic modestly up 2.1% and international traffic jumping 55.1% to 55,531 passengers. Year‑to‑date figures show a 5% rise to over 971,000 passengers, driven...
The City of Charlotte has appointed Jeffrey Perry as chief operating officer of Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). Perry previously served as COO of the Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority and held several senior roles, including airport operations director for Charlotte....
Jack in the Box is rolling out Smashed Jack Sliders on April 6 to mark its 75th anniversary, offering a 3‑piece slider for $9.49, a Munchie Meal for $14, and a Party Pack for $24. The Munchie Meal includes a surprise...
Miami International Airport turned its terminals into a Miami Music Week venue on March 26, featuring a three‑hour live set by rising DJ Amal Nemer. The event entertained hundreds of travelers while showcasing the airport’s $12 billion capital improvement program. Nemer,...
Hospitality operators are shifting from static, incremental budgets to driver‑based budgeting, a method that links financial plans directly to operational metrics such as occupancy, ADR and labor hours. The new approach turns the budget into a dynamic model that updates...
Independent hotels often swing between underpricing to fill rooms and overpricing that scares guests away, both eroding RevPAR. Misaligned rates can deepen OTA dependence, dilute brand value, and leave revenue on the table even when occupancy looks healthy. Simple market...
HVS’s March 2026 Market Pulse shows U.S. hotel RevPAR up 3.9% year‑over‑year, with occupancy rising across luxury, midscale and economy segments despite inflation, the Middle‑Eastern conflict, and longer airport security lines. Luxury properties lead the RevPAR gains, while economy and midscale...
Corporate sports sponsorship spend by North American hotel and holiday‑accommodation firms hit $303.11 million in 2025, representing 50.1% of global spend and 436 deals. The region’s dominance stems from the U.S. and Canadian sports ecosystem, especially the big‑four leagues and college...
Jill Chalmers, Managing Director of Glenapp Castle, received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Scottish Excellence Awards in Edinburgh. With more than 30 years in hospitality, she has transformed the historic estate into a five‑star destination, tripling turnover and doubling...
Capital One equips several of its travel cards with rental‑car collision‑damage waiver insurance, offering either primary or secondary protection depending on the product. The Venture X card stands out with primary coverage up to $75,000 and a 15‑day domestic rental limit, while...
Fashion houses are rapidly entering hospitality, turning hotels into runway‑ready destinations. Recent collaborations include Christian Louboutin’s Vermelho Hotel in Portugal, Thebe Magugu’s suite at Belmond’s Mount Nelson, and Chanel’s takeover of Raffles Singapore, while Louis Vuitton eyes a Paris hotel. The...
Picnic Island, a private retreat 800 m offshore from Coles Bay near Freycinet National Park, has reopened after extensive renovation. The island now features four luxury accommodations—including a new primary suite and two copper‑clad structures—for up to eight guests. With a...
Bangkok has solidified its status as the world’s most visited city, drawing a flood of tourists and luxury brands alike. International hotel giants such as Aman, Hilton, Hyatt, Fairmont, Langham and Nobu are slated to open new upscale properties, expanding...
At the Future Investment Initiative in Miami, WTTC Chairman Manfredi Lefebvre warned that Latin America’s trillion‑dollar growth prospects depend on fixing chronic infrastructure gaps. The council estimates the region must invest about $150 billion each year—roughly 2.4 % of GDP—to close shortfalls...
WorldHotels has appointed Jennifer Parks as Vice President of Development for North America, where she will steer the expansion of the BWH Hotels brand. Reporting to President Ron Pohl, Parks will coordinate with owners and partners to grow the portfolio...
G6 Hospitality, the parent of Motel 6 and Studio 6, has unveiled G6 Marketplace, an enterprise‑grade procurement platform for its US and Canada franchise network. The digital hub consolidates suppliers, inventory, pricing and ordering, allowing franchisees to source supplies, lock...
Air Alderney has applied for a ground‑handling licence that would let it base up to ten BN‑2 Islander aircraft on the Channel Island of Alderney. The plan earmarks one aircraft for year‑round medevac missions while the remaining nine would serve...
LEGOLAND Florida Resort is bundling a one‑night hotel stay with a Gold Annual Pass for $230 per person, valid for reservations through April 15, 2026. The pass grants unlimited, no‑blockout access to LEGOLAND Florida Theme Park, Water Park, Peppa Pig Theme Park,...
Ghana’s tourism buzz on Instagram, TikTok and other platforms has lifted its global profile, yet the article warns that viral moments alone cannot sustain growth. The Africa Tourism Research Network highlights that without reliable roads, sanitation and trained staff, visitor...
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After six weeks of a partial DHS shutdown, the Senate approved a funding package that restores pay for TSA agents and funds most DHS components, including FEMA and the Coast Guard. The bill deliberately omits funding for Immigration and Customs...
Shake Shack has entered the top 50 U.S. restaurant brands by consumer spending, according to Circana’s 2026 Definitive U.S. Restaurant Ranking Report. To qualify, a chain must exceed $1.41 billion in annual spend, a threshold Shake Shack just surpassed. The top...
Malaysia’s Islamic Tourism Centre and the Association of Malaysian Spas have unveiled the world’s first Muslim‑Friendly Spa Guideline and Training Programme, standardising halal‑certified products, gender‑sensitive staffing, and modesty protocols. The initiative targets the multi‑billion‑dollar global Muslim travel market, which has...
Ontario will introduce legislation allowing the province to replace the City of Toronto in the tripartite agreement that governs Billy Bishop Airport and to purchase city‑owned land at the waterfront site. The move is paired with plans to designate the...
American Airlines is reportedly weighing a reversal of its seat‑back TV removal, with a decision on reinstating screens across its narrow‑body fleet possibly coming as early as next month. The move would be part of a broader inflight‑entertainment overhaul that...
Lufthansa announced a 26‑month collective‑bargaining agreement covering over 20,000 ground employees, delivering a 4.6 % wage increase and job‑security provisions. The deal, reached without strikes, aims to stabilize operations at its German hubs and rebuild the carrier’s tarnished reputation. However, pilots,...
London Heathrow Airport has invited an independent expert panel to monitor its £33 billion (≈$42 billion) expansion in real time. The panel, jointly appointed by Heathrow and airlines and approved by the CAA, will include specialists in engineering, finance, legal, planning and...
World of Hyatt’s Homes & Hideaways vacation‑rental platform is running a 2x points promotion for stays booked between March 23 and May 31, 2026. The offer applies automatically—no registration, no caps, and it works for any reservation date. Members normally earn 5x points...
The Ritz‑Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes unveiled a suite of Signature Experiences, adding high‑end activities such as a Daytona supercar drive, a Kobe beef dinner, a space‑exploration tour, and nature‑focused retreats. Prices range from $395 for a junior naturalist program to $2,650...
The North Shore of Oʻahu has reopened after the recent Kona storm, with major attractions such as Haleʻiwa Town, Waimea Valley and the Ritz‑Carlton Turtle Bay back in operation. Local businesses, surf shops and tour operators are urging visitors to...
Edyn’s upscale aparthotel brand Locke is set to launch its sixth London property in Canary Wharf, a 19‑floor waterfront building with 279 rooms slated for a May opening. The development includes a ground‑floor communal café and a later‑opening rooftop restaurant...
UK aviation set a new record with over 300 million passenger journeys in 2025, and global demand is already up 3.8% in 2026. The surge coincides with heightened geopolitical tensions that are forcing airspace closures and rapid flight reroutes. As Easter...
Yotel has signed an exclusive franchise agreement to become the first brand in Hilton’s newly created Select by Hilton portfolio. The deal lets Yotel retain its independent brand management while tapping Hilton’s global distribution, technology and the Hilton Honors loyalty...
EasyJet will begin a twice‑weekly service between London Gatwick and Newquay, launching its first flight on 23 June. The airline will operate the route on Tuesdays and Saturdays throughout the summer season. The new connection aims to boost direct domestic travel...
Thailand’s new administration will impose a 300‑baht (≈ $9) air arrival fee on international tourists, part of a broader tourism overhaul. The fee targets only air‑borne visitors, while previously considered land and sea levies are shelved to protect cross‑border commuters. Simultaneously,...
A recent travel feature spotlights five destinations—Peru’s Cordillera Blanca, Argentina’s rainbow deserts, Greenland’s Icefjord, Canada’s Peyto Lake, and Bolivia’s Salar de Uyuni—that appear more like AI‑generated images than natural scenery. The article details each locale’s visual appeal, access routes, activity...
Wizz Air inaugurated a new base at Podgorica Airport on March 30, 2026, deploying two Airbus A321neo jets. The carrier launched 17 new routes to cities such as Barcelona, Paris, Rome and Hamburg, adding more than one million seats for the year....
The ongoing Middle East‑driven oil crisis is tightening global fuel supplies, hitting the travel sector hard as airlines, ground transport and food logistics face soaring costs. Countries such as Vietnam and Thailand have already trimmed flights and taxi services, while...
Airlines across the Asia‑Pacific are raising fuel surcharges and ticket prices as jet fuel spikes to nearly $200 per barrel, driven by Middle East supply disruptions. Singapore Airlines and Scoot have lifted fares, while Cathay Pacific will increase its surcharge...
StarDream Cruises unveiled its 2026 program in Singapore, expanding itineraries to more than 50 Southeast and East Asian ports across three vessels. The line is boosting onboard entertainment with K‑pop act KIIRAS, a Broadway‑style production, and culinary‑show personalities, while introducing...
SriLankan Airlines reported a 13% revenue increase after deploying an AI‑ and ML‑powered revenue‑management platform built on PROS Revenue Management Advantage and Amadeus RAAV. The system enables dynamic pricing, real‑time seat availability, and predictive analytics, aligning capacity with demand and...
Klook has launched a 72‑hour Online Travel Fair aimed at Singapore residents, offering deep discounts on Asia‑Pacific experiences, especially China tours and cruises. The company points to its Travel Pulse 2026 report, which shows 90% of Singaporeans intend to maintain...
Akaryn Hotel Group opened The akyra Bangkok 11 in mid‑March 2026, a 100‑room urban wellness hotel on Sukhumvit Soi 11. The property emphasizes sleep health with hypoallergenic rooms, circadian lighting and a dedicated Sleep Concierge. A strategic partnership with VitalLife Scientific Wellness...
Vendfun, a Malaysia‑based hospitality tech firm, has appointed Jakarta‑based Murni Solusindo Nusantara as its exclusive master distributor for Indonesia, marking its first distributorship outside Malaysia. The deal gives Murni responsibility for marketing, sales, installation and support of Vendfun’s Smart Mini...
Red Sea Global has launched ADRENA, a new adventure and entertainment district near its Shura Island resorts in Saudi Arabia. The complex boasts more than 20 land and water experiences, including the kingdom’s largest 215‑metre saltwater surf pool with 2.1‑metre...
beOnd, the premium leisure carrier backed by Arabesque and SIMDI Group, will launch direct all‑business‑class flights from London and Paris to Malé in December 2026. The Paris service starts on 15 December and the London service follows on 16 December, pending regulatory...
Qatar Airways is extending Privilege Club tier status for members whose tiers would expire between Feb. 28 and May 31, 2026, offering a three‑month extension for those under 90% of required Qpoints and a full 12‑month renewal for those at...
