Travel News Affluent Travelers Are Spending More, and Travel Tops Their List
New data from Visa shows wealthy consumers significantly increased spending on travel between 2023 and 2025, with travel attracting the most new spend.
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Travel News TIS 2026 to Bring 8,000 Tourism Professionals to Seville for AI and Travel Tech Summit
The International Tourism Summit returns to Seville in 2026 with a focus on AI, digital transformation, and smart destinations.
Travel News Corporate Hotel Programmes Pivot to AI and Flexible Pricing, GBTA Study Finds
New research from GBTA and Radisson shows corporate travel managers are reshaping hotel sourcing strategies with AI tools, dynamic rates, and evolving procurement methods.
Travel News RDB Hospitality Group Launches Host Agency Platform for Independent Travel Advisors
RDB Hospitality Group introduces a new host agency platform providing independent travel advisors with business support, training, and operational tools.
Food Why Indians Eat Dahi Cheeni Before Every Big Moment: Travel, Exams, and Auspicious Starts
A spoonful of yogurt and sugar before leaving home is a ritual millions of Indian travelers and families swear by for good luck and calm nerves.
Flights & Airlines Fewer Flights, Higher Fares, More Travelers: The July 4 Squeeze
Airlines are trimming capacity ahead of the July 4 weekend despite strong demand, betting they can keep fares elevated even as travelers pack terminals.
Food ₹70 For a Mango: Visitor Claims Mumbai's Sanjay Gandhi National Park Overcharges for Fruit
A visitor's complaint about fruit prices at Sanjay Gandhi National Park has reignited debate over tourist pricing at Mumbai attractions.
Travel News Trip.com Holds $1.2 Billion in China It Can't Easily Move Abroad
Trip.com's balance sheet shows what "China risk" looks like: a huge cash pile trapped by capital controls, even as the company expands globally.
Travel News California Poaches NYC's Tourism Chief Ahead of 2028 Olympics
Julie Coker leaves New York City Tourism + Conventions after less than two years to lead Visit California as the state prepares for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.
Travel News Why Trip.com's Edison Chen Says Proximity Is Power in Global Travel
Edison Chen explains why travel platforms must land deeply in local markets, not just reach them, turning culture and events into real demand.
Travel News U.S. Hotel Demand Is Rebounding Across Segments, Not Just Luxury
Ten weeks of data show strong demand from business and leisure travelers, signaling a broader recovery beyond the World Cup boost.
Travel News Apple Wallet Becomes a Live Trip Companion, Starting With Disney Resorts
Apple is expanding Wallet beyond payment cards and hotel keys, turning it into a dynamic trip dashboard with Disney as the first partner.
Travel News AlUla Is Tripling Its Hotel Rooms to Chase 1 Million Visitors by 2030
Saudi Arabia's heritage destination is expanding its accommodation supply rapidly, betting on demand that already shows signs of momentum.
Travel News Boutique Wants to Be What Airbnb Used to Be: Fewer Homes, More Taste, No Investment Funds
Marc Blazer's new platform curates design-led homes for travelers who want character over inventory, explicitly excluding investment funds and mass listings.
Travel News Five Smart Ways to Plan a Solo Trip Itinerary Without the Stress
Expert advice on building a flexible, realistic solo travel itinerary that keeps confusion at bay and leaves room for discovery.
Travel News Escape Plan Wants to Be More Than Luggage: Building a Travel Ecosystem for Indian Travelers
Abhinav Pathak's Escape Plan is moving beyond suitcases, aiming to build a broader platform around how Indians plan, pack, and experience travel.
Flights & Airlines Europe's Airports Face a New Era Beyond Traffic Growth
Passenger numbers alone no longer guarantee airport sustainability, as European airports confront rising costs, competition, and massive investment needs.
Travel News Sara Ali Khan's London Family Trip: Parks, Plays, and Three Generations Together
Bollywood actor Sara Ali Khan toured London with her grandmother Sharmila Tagore and mother Amrita Singh, covering classic parks and West End theatre.
Flights & Airlines Airlines Plan to Keep Fares High Even as Fuel Costs Fall
Strong demand and industry consolidation are giving airlines confidence to maintain elevated ticket prices regardless of what happens to jet fuel.
Travel News AmaWaterways Expands River Cruise Routes Across Europe, Asia, and Africa
Premium river cruise operator AmaWaterways is rolling out new ships, itineraries, and experiences across multiple continents for travelers seeking alternatives to ocean voyages.
Travel News Saudi Arabia's Tourism Strategy Resets Around Domestic and Regional Markets
After conflict reshaped the region, Saudi tourism is refocusing on its home market and Gulf neighbors rather than chasing long-haul international visitors.
Travel News World Cup Week One: Hotels See Revenue Gains Despite Lower-Than-Expected Occupancy
The 2026 World Cup is driving up hotel revenue per available room across host cities, though occupancy numbers are falling short of pre-tournament projections.
Travel News Europe Remains the Safest Destination for Long-Haul Travellers Despite Softer Demand
Europe continues to lead as the world's safest destination for international visitors, even as affordability, rail networks, and experience-driven travel reshape demand.
Travel News JTB Is Expanding Out of Japan: EXO Travel Acquisition Signals Asia-Wide Ambition
Japan's largest travel company is no longer content to stay home. JTB's acquisition of EXO Travel is the latest move in its bid to become Asia's travel leader.
Travel News Inside the Vande Bharat Sleeper: India's Most Premium Train Coach Yet
A travel vlogger's tour reveals the Vande Bharat sleeper coach's futuristic design, private showers, and premium amenities—a new standard for overnight rail travel.
Flights & Airlines AI Isn't Ignoring Airlines. It Just Can't Read Their Fares.
Adobe reports AI referrals send more engaged visitors to travel sites, but airlines risk losing out if their fare data remains machine-unreadable.
Travel News The AI Discovery Gap: Why Your Hotel Is Invisible to Next-Gen Buyers and How to Fix It
New AI-powered search tools are reshaping hotel discovery, leaving properties that don't optimize for conversational queries and rich data invisible to travelers.
Travel News Farah Khan's Japan Itinerary: Nara Deer, Mount Fuji, and Shirakawa-go's Storybook Villages
Filmmaker Farah Khan's recent Japan trip highlights three iconic destinations — Nara's deer park, Mount Fuji's vistas, and Shirakawa-go's traditional houses.
Travel News Hotels Spent $100 Million Fighting OTAs. Did It Actually Work?
A decade-long battle to reduce dependence on Expedia and Booking.com cost the hotel industry dearly, but AI agents may rewrite the rules entirely.
Travel News Mawlynnong: India's Cleanest Village Highlights the Waste Challenge Tourists Ignore
A vlogger's visit to Meghalaya's spotless Mawlynnong village exposes a troubling paradox — tourists flock to see cleanliness they won't practice at home.
Travel News Multi-Generational Villa Travel Gains Momentum Among Families Worldwide
Private villas are emerging as the preferred choice for families spanning multiple generations seeking space, privacy, and togetherness for celebrations and extended holidays.
Travel News US Hotel Bookings Rise Ahead of Summer Season as Demand Strengthens
American hotel demand is climbing heading into summer, with bookings, room nights, and daily rates all up year-on-year, and September showing particularly strong momentum.
Travel News The St. Regis London to Open in Mayfair This Autumn After Full Renovation
The St. Regis brand arrives in London's Mayfair with 193 rooms, new dining, wellness facilities, and a contemporary art collection after a complete renovation.
Flights & Airlines UAE Summer Travel Searches Surge in May as Travellers Book Earlier
UAE travel demand accelerated in May with sharp rise in summer bookings, as travellers prioritize value, flexibility, and mix of regional and long-haul destinations.
Travel News World Cup Host Cities Launch Multimillion-Dollar Campaigns to Reassure Hesitant Travelers
American cities hosting the 2026 World Cup are spending millions on marketing videos to counter growing reluctance among international visitors to book U.S. travel.
Travel News Accor Bets on AI to Automate the Invisible and Humanize the Visible in Hotels
Accor's AI strategy spans discovery, distribution, loyalty, and operations—but the boldest bet is using automation to free staff for genuine human connection.
Flights & Airlines Canadian Tourists Are Skipping America — But Canadian Airlines Keep Growing
Political tensions have driven Canadians away from U.S. travel, yet Canadian carriers report healthy margins on American routes.
Travel News Christophe Hilty Appointed to Lead Park Hyatt Mexico City Polanco Ahead of 2027 Opening
The Park Hyatt Mexico City Polanco has named Christophe Hilty as General Manager to oversee its pre-opening phase before its early 2027 debut.
Travel News Egypt Emerges as the Winner in the Middle East's Travel Shake-Up
The Iran conflict has reshuffled Middle East tourism, with Egypt capturing travelers as the Gulf states see arrivals slow.
Travel News Hotels Bank on Last-Minute World Cup Bookings as Tournament Approaches
Hotel operators across North America are waiting to see if soccer fans will drive a wave of spontaneous bookings as the 2026 World Cup kicks off.
Travel News FH55 Grand Hotel Palatino Advances Luxury Repositioning in Rome
Rome's FH55 Grand Hotel Palatino is upgrading its public spaces and dining to transition from four-star to five-star luxury accommodation.
Travel News Forbes Travel Guide Unveils 37 Hotel Bars Across the Globe for 2026
Forbes Travel Guide recognizes 37 hotel bars across 18 countries for exceptional cocktails, service, and guest experience in its 2026 list.
Travel News IHG Sees Indian and GCC Travelers Fill Middle East Hotels as Dubai Slows
IHG reports strong demand from Indian and Gulf travelers in Egypt and Saudi Arabia, but European visitors remain absent and Dubai faces headwinds.
Travel News Mirai and STAAH Form Global Alliance to Sync Hotel Rates and Inventory in Real Time
A new API integration between Mirai and STAAH enables real-time synchronization of rates, inventory, and availability for accommodation providers worldwide.
Travel News Skift Global Forum 2026: Travel Leaders Get Action Plans, Not Just Panels
This year's Skift Global Forum promises travel executives practical decisions they can implement, moving beyond traditional conference talk.
Flights & Airlines Ken Chenault: The Quiet Powerbroker Reshaping Travel From Behind the Scenes
One executive connects Airbnb's board, a $10.75 billion loyalty startup, Amex GBT's take-private, and more—yet most travelers have never heard his name.
Travel News Klook Co-Founder Bets AI Can Finally Fix Travel Experiences Discovery
Klook is focusing on AI to smooth out the chaos of booking experiences, rather than chasing the OTA model—a move that could change how travelers find things to do.
Travel News Lighthouse Launches Ernest, an AI Assistant to Help Hotels Price and Compete
Lighthouse's new AI assistant, Ernest, aims to simplify revenue and commercial decisions for hotels — if it can avoid becoming just another dashboard.
Flights & Airlines Kochi Airport Makes History as Kerala's First to Facilitate International Pet Travel
Kochi's Cochin International Airport becomes the first in Kerala to enable overseas pet travel — a milestone for families relocating with their animals.
Travel The Banaras Blog- Ultimate Travel Guide for Planning a Trip in 2024
A Banaras travel guide for 2024 — where to stay, what to eat, how to navigate the ghats, and what the city actually feels like at dawn and at dusk.
Travel News Exploring Ayodhya: A Ride in Pink with Women-Driven Electric Autos
Ayodhya rolls out an all-women fleet of pink electric autos ahead of the Pran Pratishtha — a small but meaningful shift in how the city moves.
Travel News Beyond Tourism - The Healthcare Crisis in Maldives Amidst Diplomatic Strains with India
Beyond beaches: the India–Maldives diplomatic row threatens the healthcare lifeline 98% of Maldivians rely on for medical treatment in India.
Flights & Airlines Explore the New Horizon: Air India's Daily Direct Flights from Bhuj to Mumbai
Air India launches daily direct Bhuj–Mumbai flights from March 2024 — connecting Gujarat's historic Kutch region to the country's commercial capital.
Experiences Ahmedabad's Enchanting Winter Wonderland: A Festive Extravaganza Returns for Its Second Edition
Ahmedabad's Winter Wonderland returns for a second edition, December 16–17 — Christmas markets, family activities and brand pop-ups at SBR.
Travel News Indonesia May Be Next In Line To Offer Visa-Free Entry To Indian Travellers
Indonesia may soon join Malaysia and Thailand in offering visa-free entry to Indian passport holders, as Jakarta courts "quality tourists" from South Asia.
Experiences Exploring the Culinary Tradition of Ajmer Sharif Dargah: Chef Vikas Khanna's 4,800 Kg Meethe Chawal Preparation
Chef Vikas Khanna shares the centuries-old recipe behind Ajmer Sharif Dargah's 4,800 kg meethe chawal — a glimpse into India's oldest community kitchen.
Experiences Zomaland 2023: Delhi's Culinary and Entertainment Extravaganza Featuring Jay Sean & Juggy D
Zomaland Delhi 2023 brings Jay Sean and Juggy D to NSIC Grounds — Zomato's fourth-edition food and music festival, all weekend long.
Travel News Delhi to Manali in Just 10 Hours: Sundernagar-Kiratpur Highway Revolutionizes Travel
The Sundernagar–Kiratpur four-lane cuts the Delhi to Manali drive to ten hours — and quietly redraws the map for Himachal road-trippers.
Experiences Bangalore Literature Festival 2023: A Literary Extravaganza You Can't Miss
The 12th Bangalore Literature Festival brings 250+ writers — including Perumal Murugan, Sudha Murty and Abraham Verghese — to a single, free weekend.
Travel News Uttar Pradesh's Pioneering Move: Bundelkhand Expressway to Transform into a Solar-Powered Marvel, Aiming for 50 MW Power Generation
Uttar Pradesh is turning the Bundelkhand Expressway into India's first solar-powered highway, with 550 MW of solar plants alongside its 1,700 hectares.
Food Get Ready For "Delhi is Cooking", The Biggest Food & Music Festival By Coca-Cola, Delhiites!
Delhi Is Cooking takes over NSIC Grounds, Okhla, October 27–28 — 50+ food stalls, Abish Mathew hosting, Coca-Cola pouring, and a stacked music lineup.
Travel News Japan's New Island: A Majestic Creation from an Underwater Volcanic Eruption"
A brand-new island rises off Iwoto in late 2023 — Japan's landscape gains a 100-metre-wide piece of fresh volcanic land after a phreatomagmatic eruption.
Flights & Airlines IndiGo and Qantas Enhance Connectivity with Extended Codeshare Agreement: A Strategic Move in the Aviation Industry
IndiGo and Qantas extend their codeshare to Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and Brisbane — making it easier for Indian travellers to fly to Australia.
Experiences Varanasi's Festival of Lights with More Than A Million Diyas Lighting Up The Ghat: Experience the Magic of Dev Deepawali
Varanasi's Dev Deepawali turns the ghats of the Ganges into a sea of a million diyas — the most arresting Indian festival you can witness in November.
Flights & Airlines Vistara Airlines Introduces In-Flight Wi-Fi: A Milestone for Indian Aviation
Vistara becomes the first Indian airline to roll out in-flight Wi-Fi for Club Vistara members — WhatsApp and iMessage at 35,000 feet.
Experiences Countdown begins! Top 15 Must-Attend Cultural Festivals Across India before the year ends
Fifteen Indian festivals to attend before the year closes — from the Rann Utsav in Kutch to Hornbill in Nagaland, a calendar of music, colour and feasting.
Travel News Indian Railways' New Luggage Weight Limit: What You Need to Know?
New Indian Railways luggage rules quietly capped what you can carry — 40 kg in sleeper, 70 in 2A, 50 in 3A — and here's what happens if you exceed.
Travel News US Embassy in New Delhi Opens 2.5 Lakh Visa Slots, But Technical Glitch Affects 2023 Appointments"
The US Embassy in Delhi opens 2.5 lakh visa interview slots — but a technical glitch quietly locks Indian applicants out of 2023 appointments.
Travel News Kerala Wins Global Responsible Tourism Award 2023
Kerala wins the Global Responsible Tourism Award for the second year running — recognised for putting women-led local enterprises at the centre of its tourism story.
Travel News Thailand Welcomes Indian Tourists with Visa-Free Entry
Thailand opens 30-day visa-free entry to Indian tourists from November 10, 2023 — saving roughly ₹5,100 per traveller and removing a major friction point.
Travel News All Together Now Festival Performance Timings & Weather Forecast
Stage timings, weather forecast, and a comedy lineup featuring Tommy Tiernan and Deirdre O'Kane — your survival guide to All Together Now in Ireland.
Travel News India's Hidden Airports Spark an Unbelievable Traffic Revolution!
Darbhanga, Prayagraj, Kolhapur, Hubli — the regional airports nobody was watching are suddenly handling hundreds of thousands of passengers a year.
Travel News Did you know that there is a ‘Bangladesh’ in India too?
Hidden near Wular Lake in Kashmir sits a tiny village called Bangladesh — 300 people, one improbable name, and a story you won't find in the guidebooks.
Travel Travel Gokarna the Right Way!
A slow week in Gokarna — temples, cliffside walks between five beaches, sunset chai, and why this Karnataka village is a quieter, kinder Goa.
Travel News IRCTC releases a budget-friendly tour package from Ayodhya to Vaishno Devi
IRCTC launches the Uttar Darshan Bharat Gaurav special train — an 11-day spiritual journey across Ayodhya, Prayagraj, Varanasi and Vaishno Devi, from ₹20,850.
Travel News All you need to know about the Liquid Trees!
Belgrade scientists invent "liquid trees" — algae-filled photobioreactors that absorb CO₂ like a 10-tree grove and fit in a city park.
Flights & Airlines Vistara now offers direct flights from Mumbai to Mauritius
Vistara opens direct Mumbai–Mauritius flights, five times a week — its first African destination and a quietly significant move into long-haul leisure.
Travel News Toll Tax Hike! Expressway travel to get costlier starting April 1st
Toll taxes on India's highways and expressways climb 3.5–7% from April 1, 2023 — what it costs now to drive from one city to another.
Travel News The only Indian Train You Get to Ride for Free!
The Bhakra–Nangal train has carried passengers between Punjab and Himachal for free for seven decades — a vintage diesel ride paid for by the dam it serves.
Travel News Online Travel Agencies to use ChatGPT for Travel planning. Here how!
Expedia's new ChatGPT plugin lets you plan a trip end-to-end inside the AI chat — a look at what travel planning starts to feel like when it's conversational.
Travel All you need to know about The Victory Tower- The Qutub Minar Guide
A history-and-architecture guide to the Qutub Minar — its sultans, its iron pillar, its 800-year-old courtyards, and what's worth slowing down to look at.
Travel Everything you need to know about ISKCON- Bengaluru!
A walking guide to ISKCON Bengaluru — temple architecture, darshan timings, the prasadam queue, and the festivals worth planning a visit around.
Travel Kedarkantha Winter Trek 2024- A Detailed Itinerary under 4999/-
A detailed itinerary for the Kedarkantha winter trek — six days at 12,500 feet for under ₹5,000, with notes on gear, fitness, and what the summit looks like.
Travel Bhutan- A Perfect Tour from India under 25K!
Bhutan from India for under ₹25,000 — entry routes via Phuentsholing, where to stay in Thimphu and Paro, and an honest look at what the SDF actually buys you.
Travel Ultimate Guide to Paragliding in Bir Billing: Adventure Awaits!
A first-timer's guide to paragliding in Bir Billing — getting there, choosing a pilot, how the flight actually feels, and where to land afterward.