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Opulence doesn’t come cheaply at Mar-a-Lago

Live like a president in Trump’s palacePalm Beach private club, Mar-a-Lago, has million-dollar memberships for sale.

Airfares in several ASEAN countries are sky-rocketing.

Who’s paying more to fly? Most of usNew study reveals the countries in South-east Asia where airfares are soaring.

New appointments at the cruise line also includes a supervisor for the kids.

Cheers! Carnival keeps an eye on drinkersCruise line’s new appointments are designed to keep everyone happy – and sober – onboard its ships.

Heavy rains in Valencia, Spain last week have destroyed lives and caused significant damage to tourism infrastructure.

Deadly floods in Spain leaves a city in mourningRail, roads, and cruise ships affected by Valencia’s deadly storm.

Passengers travelling to or from the US will receive automatic cash refunds if their flight is significantly delayed.

News from the US: Yippee, it’s not about the electionIf you’re flying to the US, be aware of new consumer protection laws.

Capella Hotels enters South Korea with luxury accommodations Gangnam, set to open in 2027.

Capella Hotels to enter Seoul with Gangnam style debutCapella Residences Seoul will open in 2027 in Heonin Village, celebrated for its combination of urban living and green spaces.

Amanda Hyndham will oversee Mandarin Oriental’s evolution from HR to people and culture.

Luxury hospitality gains another female leaderHigh-flying Amanda Hyndman is Mandarin Oriental’s new COO.

myPlane is primarily a B2B platform designed for businesses like travel agents, tour operators, and airlines to facilitate charter flight bookings.

How travel agents can up their game with charter flightsmyPlane simplifies charter bookings, saving travel agents time and enabling them to offer more options to clients efficiently.

Japanese hotel group Hoshino Resorts plans first US hot spring resort in historic Sharon Springs, New York, opening 2028.

New York is getting a traditional Japanese hot spring resortThe village of Sharon Springs, offers abundant mineral waters, making it an ideal choice for Hoshino Resorts to introduce a hot...

Vietnam offers relatively stable hotel rates, making it an affordable destination. Cities like Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City are experiencing increased occupancy without significant price hikes.

How rising hotel rates are changing travel in Southeast AsiaRising hotel costs in Southeast Asia are leading to shorter stays and a shift to budget options.