New research from Airport Parking and Hotels (APH.com) has revealed a significant shift in British travel patterns this year, with holidaymakers swapping traditional weekend departures for midweek getaways. An analysis of APH.com booking data from the first quarter of 2026 (January – March) compared to the same period in 2025*, shows that while overall travel […]

Banyan Tree Phuket has unveiled a new chapter of intimate, all-inclusive luxury with the launch of their new Spa Pool Villas, a boutique adults-only villa lifestyle designed for travellers seeking meaningful connection, privacy, and a deeper sense of wellbeing. Nestled within a lush oasis overlooking a tranquil lagoon, the exclusive collection comprises ten expansive villas, […]

Day 2 of Arival 360 Valencia 2026 delivered a sharp, wide‑ranging look at the forces reshaping the global experiences sector. From the challenges of ticketing and crowd management to the realities of AI‑driven distribution to geopolitical tensions, the day underscored a sector adapting with agility, creativity and data‑driven discipline. Across keynotes, debates and town‑hall discussions, […]

Cruise.co.uk will make its television debut from today (May 1, 2026), appearing in a 30-minute repeated programme across the Sky network. Hosted by Tony Andrews, cruise.co.uk managing director, and Holly Crabtree, cruise expert and content creator, the programme showcases a selection of cruise and stay packages, alongside offering travel tips and advice for first-time cruisers.

Multi-city travel across Asia-Pacific grew 35% year-on-year this Labour Day period, according to data from Trip.com Group. Several Asia-Pacific markets including Japan, South Korea, parts of Southeast Asia and Mainland China celebrate Labour Day, driving strong cross-border and domestic travel flows across the region.

The highly-experienced former Kenyan Tourism Minister, the Hon. Najib Balala, has been appointed to the Leadership Team at the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), the global voice of the private sector within the industry. Based at WTTC’s global office in Madrid, Mr. Balala has started in a new role as Executive Vice-President for Advocacy, […]

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today announced a new chapter for its global leadership and team, bringing together executives and former C-suite leaders, industry experts, and Ministers from across the Travel & Tourism industry to reflect the diversity and international nature of the private and public sector. The leadership team demonstrates WTTC’s evolution […]

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is pleased to welcome the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) as a Destination Partner. The Uganda Tourism Board is the government agency mandated to promote and market Uganda as a preferred tourism destination. In addition to destination marketing, UTB plays a central role in developing, coordinating, and regulating the […]

Argentina stepped confidently onto the global stage once again — not just as a footballing giant, but as a destination redefining its place in the world of luxury travel, gastronomy, and experiential tourism.

Recent ABTA travel research reveals that one in five adults now prioritise travelling alone, the highest proportion seen this decade. With independent exploration firmly on the agenda, this growing appetite for solo travel aligns perfectly with National Walking Month in May. From two routes spotlighted in Lonely Planet’s Where to Go When: Hiking to experiences […]