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Global Hotel Alliance hits the jackpot with Q3 revenuesIn Q3, GHA recorded $689 million in revenue, driven by increased international stays and loyalty programme engagement.

From left: Tan Xue Jing, assistant vice president – marketing, Resorts World Cruisess; Mae Chong, business development director, CARMA; Elaine Chan, director of marketing communications, Pan Pacific Singapore; Xinyi Liang-Pholsena, editorial director, Travel Weekly Asia

How to ride the digital wave in travel marketingTravel players at CruiseWorld Asia 2024 emphasise adapting marketing strategies to digital trends.

The Riviera is returning to Alaska in 2026 offering 14 itineraries showcasing Alaska’s glaciers, wilderness, and local culture from May to September.

Oceania Cruises launches 2026 Grand VoyagesThe 2026 sailings include Alaska, the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, the Baltics, Canada, New England, and transoceanic...

The Seven Seas Mariner will sail to Roatan (Honduras), Harvest Caye (Belize), Cozumel (Mexico), and Key West (Florida) during its seven-night Reunion Cruise from Miami.

Come together for a reunion with Regent Seven SeasRegent Seven Seas Cruises announces its first Reunion Cruise in six years, featuring exclusive events, retired crew, and luxury...

The Aqua and Luna Game Zone is a reimagined gaming space featuring virtual reality experiences, classic arcade games, and interactive attractions for all ages.

Game, set, relax: NCL elevates playtime and pamperingNorwegian Cruise Line unveils new gaming, wellness, and fitness experiences aboard Norwegian Aqua and Luna, debuting 2025-2026.

As construction for the walkway is planned, the Trevi Fountain is currently being barricaded to for a two-month clean up.

It’s over, no more free entry to the Trevi FountainRome's Trevi Fountain may charge entry fees from 2025 to manage crowds and protect the landmark during the Catholic Jubilee...

Prague claims to have more pubs per head of population than anywhere else in the world.

This European capital is banning boozy toursBar tours organised by travel agencies will be prohibited between 10pm and 6am.

ETAs will last two years and allow unlimited entries during that time.

UK sets the date for ETA launchIt’ll cost you a tenner to enter UK from January 2025.

Virtuoso chairman and CEO, Matthew Upchurch, meeting with partners and members in Singapore.

Asia is the new luxury hotspot for VirtuosoVirtuoso’s strategic focus on Asia suggests a leading role for Asia as luxury travel enters its next phase.

The 'Together in Travel' platform offers SMEs in the tourism sector free resources, networking opportunities, and educational programmes to help them grow and strengthen their businesses.

WTTC plans to drive SME success in tourismThe newly launched Together in Travel platform provides resources and networking to support SMEs in the global tourism sector.