Mumbai’s Powai Set for Mega Hospitality Boom as Raheja Group and IHG Unveil Landmark Dual Hotel Project in 2026
K Raheja Group and IHG Hotels & Resorts are building a dual‑hotel complex with a convention centre in Powai, Mumbai, slated to open in 2026. The integrated development will feature roughly 300 rooms, 13 meeting spaces, four food‑and‑beverage outlets and expansive lawns. Its location in the fast‑growing Powai district targets both corporate and leisure travelers, aiming to boost the city’s premium hospitality capacity. The project is positioned as a catalyst for Mumbai’s ambition to become a global MICE destination.
Discover the Ultimate 14-Night Viking Ocean Cruise: Explore Iceland, the British Isles, and Iberia on a Journey Like No Other
Viking Ocean Cruises has launched a 14‑night luxury cruise aboard the Viking Sea, sailing from Barcelona through Iceland, the British Isles, and Iberia. The itinerary includes 11 ports of call such as Lisbon, Dublin, Liverpool and Reykjavik, blending natural wonders...
Netherlands Travel Experience Embark On The Ultimate Winter Escape, Unlock Jaw-Dropping Adventures, Exclusive Luxuries, And Hidden Gems Awaiting You
The Netherlands is positioning its late‑winter season as a premium travel experience, showcasing ice‑skating on frozen canals, illuminated holiday markets, and upscale culinary offerings. Cities such as Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and Maastricht combine cultural heritage with modern luxury, while quieter villages...
Crete Hospitality Enters Digital Era as Alexander Beach Resort Deploys AI, Apps and Smart Marketing to Transform Guest Experience
Crete Hospitality has digitized Alexander Beach Resort, launching an AI‑powered chatbot, a dedicated web app, and data‑driven digital marketing. The new platforms automate routine guest queries, personalize service recommendations, and boost online visibility through SEO and targeted ads. Operational efficiency...
Experience the Magic of South Korea: Spectacular 2026 Cherry Blossom Season Begins in Jinhae
South Korea’s iconic Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival kicks off in early April 2026, marking the peak of the nation’s spring tourism. Organisers project 1.5 million visitors, a 20% rise over 2025, driven by new marketing campaigns and expanded transport links. The...
Aeromexico, ANA, Jetstar, and More Trigger Travel Disruptions in Japan as Nearly a Dozen New Flights Are Cancelled Affecting Routes...
Aeromexico, ANA and Jetstar have cancelled nearly a dozen newly launched flights, disrupting routes between Japan and destinations such as Mexico City, Fukuoka and Akita. The cancellations were announced abruptly, citing staffing shortages, aircraft availability and regulatory hurdles. Affected services...
Jinlong Village’s Cherry Blossom Festival Sparks Economic Vitalization and Rural Tourism Surge in Chongqing
Jinlong Village in Chongqing’s Nanchuan district has turned its annual cherry blossom festival into a catalyst for rural tourism, attracting thousands of visitors and spurring economic growth. The festival’s float parade, cultural market, and family activities have helped the village...
Seoul Hotel Demand Hits Record High in 2026: A Complete Travel Guide for Global Tourists Navigating Luxury and Boutique Stays
Seoul’s hotel market hit a record demand surge in 2026 as international tourists extend stays to explore the city’s culture, cuisine, and entertainment. Luxury properties in Gangnam, Myeongdong and Insadong now command premium rates, while mid‑range and boutique hotels also...
Kentucky Joins Wyoming, Louisiana, Montana, Kansas and Alabama as Severe Wildfires Grip US, Tourism Faces Collapse Threat: Here Is a...
Kentucky has joined Wyoming, Louisiana, Montana, Kansas and Alabama as severe wildfires spread across the United States, threatening a tourism collapse. A fire near Hazard reignited from burning debris under dry, windy conditions, scorching more than 60 acres and coming...
Japan Welcomes Over 4 Million Foreign Residents in 2025, Transforming Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto Into Unmissable Multicultural Travel Destinations
Japan recorded more than four million foreign residents by the end of 2025, the highest level in its history. The influx, driven by skilled‑worker visas and long‑term settlement programs, is reshaping major cities such as Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto into...
Thailand Takes Bold Step to Implement Air Arrival Fee Aimed at Boosting Tourism Revenue and Restructuring the Tourism Sector for...
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,...
Five Otherworldly Destinations That Look More AI Than Real, And Why Travellers Are Obsessed With Them
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 Opens New Base in Podgorica: 17 New Routes to Boost Montenegro’s Tourism and Connectivity
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....
Thailand Joins Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, and Philippines in Urgent Joint Action to Evacuate Travellers From Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain,...
Following the collapse of a U.S.-brokered ceasefire between Iran and Israel, airspace closures and security threats prompted Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore and the Philippines to launch coordinated evacuation operations for citizens in Qatar, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Iraq....
Wagga Wagga Launches Groundbreaking Agritourism Program with Masterclasses and Mentorship to Boost Local Hospitality and Business Growth in Australia
Wagga Wagga City Council has launched a two‑year Agritourism and Hospitality Capacity Building Program, funded by a NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development grant and delivered with the Sparrowly Group. The initiative kicks off with an Agritourism and...