Air New Zealand says ALIA too small to be cost-effective
Air New Zealand (NZ, Auckland International) has asked Beta Technologies (Burlington, VT) to examine a larger battery-electric aircraft after concluding that the ALIA CX300 used in…
Solairus to move Clay Lacy P135 aircraft to own certificate
Solairus Aviation (TWY, Novato) will transition aircraft currently operating under the Part 135 certificate of Clay Lacy Aviation (CLY, Van Nuys) onto Solairus' certificate over a…
Nauru Airlines explores tie-up with Micronesian start-up
Nauru Airlines (RON, Nauru) and start-up One Pacific Airways are exploring commercial and operational cooperation following recent talks in Singapore, according to a Naoero Government Information…
US's AB Jets orders two Challenger 3500s, launches jet card
AB Jets (FTD, Memphis International) has ordered two additional Challenger 3500s and is launching a jet card, founder and CEO Andrew Bettis told Private Jet Card…
Somali Airlines to Fly Again After 35-Year Pause
Service has been suspended since 1991.
Wheels Up, Fraser Yachts partner on air-and-yacht travel
Wheels Up (WUP, Teterboro) has partnered with yacht brokerage firm Fraser Yachts to offer integrated private aviation and yacht charter services. Wheels Up members will receive…
US’s Southwest enters into $2bn credit agreement
Southwest Airlines (WN, Dallas Love Field) has entered into a new USD2 billion revolving credit agreement with JPMorgan Chase Bank and Citibank acting as co-administrative agents.…
Report: Google Buys Spirit Data for $10M
The information will be used to refine the company’s artificial intelligence systems.
Arabian Travel Market 2026 Faces a New Test as Saudi Arabia Rises
Arabian Travel Market 2026 is preparing for a crucial September return to Dubai amid geopolitical uncertainty, airline disruption and growing competition from Saudi Arabia. With RX…
Controller Prevents Conflict Between American Jets Sharing Same Callsign
One flight was arriving from Chicago O'Hare, while the other was departing for O'Hare.
Europe Captures One-Third of Global Leisure Travel Spending as Southern Europe Dominates the Summer
As millions of travellers head abroad during the peak summer holiday season, Europe has reinforced its position as the world’s leading leisure travel destination, capturing one-third…
Europe Captures One-Third of Global Leisure Travel Spending as Southern Europe Dominates the Summer
As millions of travellers head abroad during the peak summer holiday season, Europe has reinforced its position as the world’s leading leisure travel destination, capturing one-third…
The Egyptian Tourism Authority Joins the World Travel & Tourism Council as a Destination Partner
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) welcomes the Egyptian Tourism Authority (ETA) as a Destination Partner, strengthening collaboration with one of the world’s leading tourism…
The Egyptian Tourism Authority Joins the World Travel & Tourism Council as a Destination Partner
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) welcomes the Egyptian Tourism Authority (ETA) as a Destination Partner, strengthening collaboration with one of the world’s leading tourism…
WTTC and WGS Launch New Era of Public-Private Collaboration to Shape the Future of Travel & Tourism
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and the World Governments Summit Organization (WGS), an initiative of the Prime Minister’s Office of the United Arab Emirates,…
WTTC and WGS Launch New Era of Public-Private Collaboration to Shape the Future of Travel & Tourism
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and the World Governments Summit Organization (WGS), an initiative of the Prime Minister’s Office of the United Arab Emirates,…
Allegiant Adds Nine New Routes
One connection will operate year-round, while the others are seasonal.
Jamaica Expresses Solidarity with Colombia Following Devastating Earthquake
Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has expressed Jamaica’s solidarity with the Government and people of Colombia following the devastating earthquake that struck the country…
Pope Tawadros II Visit Puts Jordan’s Baptism Site in Global Christian Spotlight
Jordan’s ambitions as a global Christian pilgrimage destination are gaining momentum after Pope Tawadros II met Tourism Minister Dr. Emad Hejazin. Their talks spotlighted Bethany Beyond…
Saudi Arabia One-Year Umrah Visa: What Pilgrims Need to Know
Saudi Arabia?s one-year multiple-entry Umrah visa gives eligible pilgrims more flexibility to visit the country several times during the visa period. However, holding a valid visa…
The Hidden Alms of Upper Bavaria: Where Silence, Cowbells and Tradition Still Survive
Almost 60 years after visiting a secluded Bavarian Alm as a young boy, I returned to find the same family name, little private chapel, breathtaking Zugspitze…
India?s 80th Independence Day: Indian Americans Set Guinness Record in New York
Indian-American community in the New York tri-state region celebrated India?s 80th Independence Day on August 15, 2026, with large-scale patriotic and cultural events across New York…
PATA Nepal Chapter Wins PATA Award of Excellence 2026
PATA Nepal Chapter has been selected as the winner of the PATA Award of Excellence, presented by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA HQ) during the…
PATA Nepal Chapter Wins PATA Award of Excellence 2026
PATA Nepal Chapter has been selected as the winner of the PATA Award of Excellence, presented by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA HQ) during the…
Alipay Launches China’s First Full-Stack Agentic Commerce Platform for Merchants
Alipay today launched China’s first full-stack agentic commerce platform at its AI Ecosystem Partner Conference in Hangzhou, providing merchants with the tools to shift from digital…
Alipay Launches China’s First Full-Stack Agentic Commerce Platform for Merchants
Alipay today launched China’s first full-stack agentic commerce platform at its AI Ecosystem Partner Conference in Hangzhou, providing merchants with the tools to shift from digital…
Qatar Airways Holidays Launches Stopover Packages for FORMULA 1® QATAR AIRWAYS QATAR GRAND PRIX 2026
Qatar Airways Holidays is set to elevate the Qatar stopover experience with the launch of exclusive FORMULA 1® QATAR AIRWAYS QATAR GRAND PRIX 2026 packages. For…
Qatar Airways Holidays Launches Stopover Packages for FORMULA 1® QATAR AIRWAYS QATAR GRAND PRIX 2026
Qatar Airways Holidays is set to elevate the Qatar stopover experience with the launch of exclusive FORMULA 1® QATAR AIRWAYS QATAR GRAND PRIX 2026 packages. For…
Nadine Rankin appointed manager of CTO Chapter U.K. & Europe
The CTO Chapter U.K. & Europe has appointed hospitality veteran Nadine Rankin as its new chapter manager. Rankin’s appointment marks an important new phase for the…
Windjammer Landing appoints Almando Rigby as GM
The recently renovated Windjammer Landing Resort & Residences has appointed Almando Rigby as general manager of the highly rated St. Lucia property. Rigby, who most recently…
How to Apply for an Indian E-Visa: Eligibility, Documents, Fees and Steps
Planning a trip to India is easier with the Indian e-Visa facility. Eligible international visitors can apply online without visiting an Indian embassy or consulate. Before…
Europe Captures $2 Trillion in Leisure Travel Spending as Italy, Spain, Türkiye and France Lead the Summer Tourism Boom
Europe captured $2 trillion in leisure travel spending in 2025, taking one-third of the global market. Italy, Spain, Türkiye and France are driving another powerful summer,…
Qatar Airways Restarts Daily Philadelphia?Doha Flights: Check Start Date & Schedule
Qatar Airways is resuming daily flights between Philadelphia and Doha from August 1, 2026. The service will reconnect Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Hamad International Airport…
India?s First Virtual Zoo Opens in Indore: Explore Its Top Attractions
India has opened its first 14-D virtual zoo in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, bringing together immersive wildlife experiences, a 14-D theatre and a virtual jungle safari. The…
IndiGo Starts New Vijayawada to Varanasi and Kolkata Flights
IndiGo started new flight services connecting Vijayawada with Varanasi and Kolkata. The flights operate three days a week and give passengers from Andhra Pradesh more travel…
Dubai Tourism Crisis Deepens as Airlines Delay Return and Travelers Stay Away
After a record-breaking 2025, the Iran war has exposed just how dependent Dubai’s tourism machine remains on international aviation and perceptions of safety. Hotels have emptied,…
Europe’s Independent Hotels Are Still Beating the Global Giants
Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt and IHG dominate global hospitality, but much of Europe remains fiercely independent. From Italy and Austria to Greece and Germany, local hotels are…
Hurricane Lala Threatens Hawaii’s Big Island as Maui, Oahu and Waikiki Brace for Heavy Rain
Hurricane Lala is closing in on Hawaii’s Big Island, bringing a threat of hurricane-force winds, flooding and extreme rainfall. While Maui, Oahu and Waikiki are not…
Report: Air India A320 Briefly Lost Flight Controls
The aircraft suddenly dropped 300 feet, injuring 24 people.
United Adds New Winter Route
Service starts in February 2027.
Check-In: KORE's Diana Hnatov on Training the Industry's Newest Advisors
Diana Hnatov serves as the Director of Sales and Services for KORE, a travel education program specifically designed to bridge the gap for new advisors entering the…
Checking-In on the Growth of Culinary Travel with Eating Europe
Kenny Dunn is the founder and managing director of Eating Europe, one of the continent's first and now largest tour operators specializing in culinary tours in…
Checking-In with G Adventures' Steve Lima on G's Record Year
TMR's Daniel McCarthy sits down with G Adventures' Steve Lima on the back of its record July, and record 2025, to hear what those results tell…
Checking in with Rental Escapes' WIllie Fernandez as the Villas Segment Explodes
Willie Fernandez is a seasoned marketing executive with over 34 years of experience in the travel industry, spanning the cruise, hotel, vacation, and villa segments. As…
Checking-In with John Chernesky, Two Years Into His NCL Tenure
John Chernesky, the SVP of North American Sales at NCL, has spent more than three decades in travel, but only just celebrated his two-year anniversary with…
Checking-In with Courtnie Nichols: Why This Travel Advisor Ditched One-Off Bookings for a Retainer Model
After relocating eight times in 17 years, Courtnie Nichols learned how to adapt and connect — skills that now drive her success as a travel advisor.…
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Why Physical Key Cards Still Matter in a Mobile-First Hotel World
The article argues physical key cards remain essential alongside digital keys due to shared-room access challenges, arrival friction, and their role as a tangible brand touchpoint.
Adobe Rent a Car Details Its Airport Pickup Process and Shuttle Service at SJO and LIR
The Costa Rican company describes how vehicle pickup works at both international airports, including its terminal desk, shuttle service and operating hours. SAN JOSé, COSTA RICA,…
Adobe Rent a Car Details Its Airport Pickup Process and Shuttle Service at SJO and LIR
The Costa Rican company describes how vehicle pickup works at both international airports, including its terminal desk, shuttle service and operating hours. SAN JOSé, COSTA RICA,…
Adobe Rent a Car detalla su servicio de asistencia en carretera 24/7 en Costa Rica
La empresa de origen costarricense describe cómo opera su asistencia en carretera, los traslados desde los aeropuertos y su red de 16 oficinas. SAN JOSé, COSTA…
R3 Life Wellness Center Supports ANAPANA SATI, Advancing Lifestyle Medicine Through Mindful Movement
R3 Life brings Personalized Wellness and Lifestyle Medicine to ANAPANA SATI through MOVE INTO YOUR FUTURE SELF, a mindful Pilates experience. BANGKOK 10140, SILOM, THAILAND, August…
New Cabo Estate Brings Resort Style Wellness to the Private Villa Experience
LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A new six-bedroom private estate overlooking Chileno Bay is giving the Cabo villa market a more…
20th Annual Electric Aircraft Symposium an Outstanding Success
Record Gathering at World’s Longest Running Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Conference FAIRFAX, VA, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The 20th Annual Electric Aircraft Symposium…
Monster Energy's Toa Sasaki and Mizuho Hasegawa Claim Victories at RSEO PDX 2026 Skateboard Competition in Portland
Men's Skateboard Street: 19-Year-Old Toa Sasaki from Mie, Japan, Takes 1st Place Women's Skateboard Park: 15-Year-Old Mizuho Hasegawa from Ibaraki, Japan, Earns Threepeat Victory; 19-Year-Old Asahi…
ZenaTech Anticipates Competitive Advantage for ZenaDrone as U.S. Imposes Tariffs of Up to 100% on Imported Drones
U.S. Presidential Proclamation favors ZenaDrone's domestic manufacturing and vertically integrated Taiwan supply chain, strengthening U.S. defense position ZenaTech, Inc. (NASDAQ:ZENA) VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, August 17,…
Safe Pro Group to Ring Nasdaq Opening Bell on Monday, August 24, Celebrating American AI & Recent Government Contracts
Safe Pro Group Inc. (NASDAQ:SPAI) AVENTURA, FL, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Safe Pro Group Inc. (Nasdaq: SPAI) (“Safe Pro” or the “Company”), a…
National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation Names Troy M. Bertram as CEO to Lead Next Chapter of Transformative, Mission-Driven Growth
A distinguished U.S. Army veteran and former Google Cloud executive, Bertram brings three decades of leadership experience at intersection of government, defense, and technology ARLINGTON, Texas,…
U.S. Navy and Indiana National Guard unveil nation's first sled track capability to accelerate defense innovation
By NSWC Crane Corporate Communications EDINBURGH, Ind., Aug. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Navy's Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane) and the Indiana…
Populous Strengthens Aviation Design Practice, Adds Nikolas Dando-Haenisch as Head of Aviation, Eastern U.S.
Click Here for Press Kit KANSAS CITY, Mo., Aug. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Global design firm Populous today announced the addition of Nikolas Dando-Haenisch as Principal…
Alum CEO on why he’s betting on luxury hospitality in college towns
David Vialli says Alum is filling a gap in the competitive college town lodging market by introducing an exclusive, members-based concept catered toward donors and alumni.
TOURISE and Oxford Economics Release New Global Report on Tourism Resilience in an Era of Permanent Disruption
Analysis of 85 major crises over 20 years finds proactive destinations recover up to 1.5x faster, with recovery times falling from 24 months to 10-12 months…
You Own the Resort but Not Its Guests, Gen Z Finds Hotels Through Influencers Not Search, Your Five Hotel AIs Have Never Met Each Other
Monday opened the week with hospitality.today's argument that OTAs, wholesalers, luxury advisors, and AI platforms each capture a piece of the guest relationship leaving hotels with…
Paying Travel Advisors on Time Is a Commercial Strategy, Not Back Office
The author argues that timely commission payment to travel advisors is a commercial strategy, noting the agency channel grew 11.8% YOY in H1 2026 while average…
Series by Marriott adds boutique lifestyle hotel in San Diego
Owner Stoa Lodging will renovate and reposition Hotel Z as Stellen San Diego Gaslamp under Series by Marriott, growing the collection brand’s footprint.
Mandara Women’s Wellness - India's First AI-Integrated Wellness Retreat for Women
HiLITE Group, an innovator in real estate development headquartered in Calicut, Kerala, has spent over three decades redefining urban living. With projects across retail, residential, commercial,…
Lodging Lowdown: Radisson Hotel Group launches B2B extended stay program, Extended Stay America leader to retire
Plus, Reuben Brothers and Three Rules Capital are moving forward with plans to build a $2 billion mega-resort on the southwest coast of Puerto Rico, featuring…
Le Domaine Nouméa Joins Series by Marriott Portfolio on Anse Vata Bay
Series by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy's global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announced the addition of Le Domaine Nouméa, Series by Marriott…
Le Domaine Oro Joins Series by Marriott Portfolio on the Isle of Pines
Series by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy's global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announced the addition of Le Domaine Oro, Series by Marriott…
Le Domaine Déva Joins Series by Marriott Portfolio in New Caledonia
Series by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy's global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announced the addition of Le Domaine Déva, Series by Marriott…
Braemar sells Key West resort for $190M amid shift to self-managed REIT
The sale of Florida’s luxury Pier House Resort & Spa to Sixth Street marks “meaningful progress” in Braemar’s management spin-out from Ashford Inc., per CEO Richard…