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The Sensory Corner can accommodate up to 12 users at a time and is available free of charge.

Hong Kong Airport opens first sensory space for travellersNew sensory-friendly space supports passengers with invisible disabilities.

Italian police charge six after MSC Divina’s PA system was hacked.

Passengers hack cruise ship's PA systemFake late-night emergency announcements claiming the captain had lost control sparked alarm onboard.

The World Economic Forum managing director will become the airline body's first woman director general from November.

IATA names first female director generalSaadia Zahidi succeeds Willie Walsh, bringing more than two decades of global policy and economic leadership experience.

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Phuket's luxury hotels face pressure from weaker demand and growing supply.

Phuket's luxury hotel market feels the squeezeLuxury hotels on the Thai island struggled as guest numbers fell and new rooms entered the market.

The travel experiences industry is projected to hit US$342 billion by 2029 as travellers pack more into every trip.

Destination experiences are still largely booked offlineTravellers are embracing activity-packed holidays, but booking habits remain surprisingly analogue.

Hundreds of migrants reached Ceuta from Morocco by swimming around the border or using inflatable devices to reach Tarajal beach, overwhelming Spanish border officers.

Italy pushes to shut Schengen border with SpainPolitical tensions rise after hundreds of migrants reach Spain's Ceuta enclave from Morocco.

PONANT's newest Antarctica season includes its longest voyage ever.

This cruise sails nearly 23,000km around AntarcticaPONANT opens bookings for Antarctic expeditions ranging from 10 to 60 nights.

Founded in the eighth century, Wat Phra Mahathat Woramahawihan is one of Thailand's most important Buddhist monasteries, renowned for its centuries-old rituals, architecture and living heritage.

More new sites added to UNESCO's latest World Heritage listThailand and Greece headline the newest World Heritage destinations for 2026.

Wildfire risks could spread eastwards into Italy, Greece and parts of Central Europe as another spell of extreme heat takes hold.

Can travellers brave Europe’s intense heatwave?From wildfires to 43°C heat, Europe's peak travel season is feeling the heat.

Japan's inbound tourism spending rose despite fewer foreign arrivals.

The biggest spenders in Japan may shock youAn unexpected country tops per-person visitor spending.

Travel remains a priority despite inflation, bad weather and global uncertainty.

Why 9 in 10 APAC travellers refuse to cancel their holidaysTravel joy still outweighs uncertainty for most APAC travellers.

As part of a strategic partnership with Sun Group, Ascott will manage four new properties spanning the Ascott, lyf and Harris brands, alongside the debut of The Crest Collection in South Vietnam.

Ascott shifts into high gear in VietnamNine new signings across key cities and coastal destinations will give travellers more accommodation options from 2028.

Sentosa's next attraction trades putting greens for climate dreams

Former golf course in Sentosa becomes a climate adaptation hubAsia's first of its kind opens free to the public by end-2026 with seven immersive zones.

Emirates passengers spent 17 hours on board after weather, crew limits and technical issues derailed their journey.

The A380 flight that left passengers stranded for 17 hoursWhat happens when a thunderstorm, crew time limits and a technical fault collide.

Oceania Cruises unveils 50-plus small-group experiences, from tai chi in Bangkok to thermal baths in Italy.

Oceania Cruises takes wellness ashoreAdults-only cruise line launches immersive shore experiences centred on movement, mindfulness and local traditions.

Annie Chang, executive director of Travel Agents and Tourist Guides at STB (pictured), unveiled STB's latest initiatives to future-proof Singapore's travel agents and tour guides through innovation, AI and skills development at the Travel Agents and Tourist Guides Industry Forum (TATGIF) 2026.

From CEOs to scientists: Meet Singapore's new breed of tour guidesAt TATGIF 2026, Singapore's tourism board unveiled a bold new vision for tour guiding, tapping niche expertise to bring the...

Parts of Kumamoto Castle's historic stone walls collapsed, adding to damage the landmark sustained during the devastating 2016 earthquake.

Flights grounded after powerful Japan earthquakeThe 7.1-magnitude earthquake disrupts flights, rail services and roads across Kyushu as rescue operations continue.

Originally due to end in June 2026, South Korea's group visa fee waiver has been extended until 31 December 2026, giving eligible travellers six more months to benefit from the scheme.

Korea extends visa fee waiver for group tourists until end of 2026The waiver applies to tour groups from six Asian countries as Seoul continues to court regional visitors.

Europe's new passenger rights will apply to EU flights from mid-2027.

What every Europe-bound traveller is about to get for freeEurope approves new passenger perks including free family seating and easier compensation claims.

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