Nigeria's Viva Jets expands into group travel with E140
Viva Jets (PJX, Lagos) has expanded into the corporate and group travel segment following the addition of an E140 configured for up to 44 passengers, the…
American Resumes Flights After Brief Ground Stop
The carrier cited a "technology issue."
UK's above launches, eyes second Phenom 100 and fleet growth
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South Africa's FlySafair, ATNS meet over tiff
FlySafair (FA, Johannesburg O.R. Tambo) and South Africa's Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) met on July 24 following a public dispute over whether shortcomings in…
Indian Railways Introduces New Tatkal Token System for Offline Bookings
IRCTC (Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation) is a Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Railways. It is the official online platform for booking…
Etihad Makes Abu Dhabi Airport Travel Easier with Home Check-in
Etihad Airways has highlighted several services designed to make flying to and from Abu Dhabi easier. Passengers can complete check-in from home, hand over their luggage…
WTTC Unveils Seven Principles to Help Destinations Turn Tourism Growth into Shared Prosperity
As international travel continues to grow, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) encourages proactive and holistic destination stewardship, one that helps governments, destinations and the…
WTTC Unveils Seven Principles to Help Destinations Turn Tourism Growth into Shared Prosperity
As international travel continues to grow, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) encourages proactive and holistic destination stewardship, one that helps governments, destinations and the…
MICHELIN-starred Chef Louis Han returns to ATAS at The RuMa Hotel and Residence in Kuala Lumpur
Following the success of its inaugural edition in June, The RuMa Hotel and Residences in Kuala Lumpur continues its ATAS Key Tables series with Singapore-based modern…
MICHELIN-starred Chef Louis Han returns to ATAS at The RuMa Hotel and Residence in Kuala Lumpur
Following the success of its inaugural edition in June, The RuMa Hotel and Residences in Kuala Lumpur continues its ATAS Key Tables series with Singapore-based modern…
France's SD Aviation adds two Citation M2 Gen2s for charter
SD Aviation (BEJ, La Roche-sur-Yon) has added two Citation M2 Gen2s, delivered in late 2024, for charter. “These state-of-the-art aircraft will appeal to customers in the…
Italian competition watchdog hands Ryanair $4.8mn refund
Ryanair (FR, Dublin International) has received EUR4.2 million euros (USD4.8 million) refund from Italy’s competition watchdog (L'Autorità Garante della Concorrenza e del Mercato - AGCM) after…
How NRIs Can Register to Vote in Indian Elections from Abroad
If you are an Indian citizen living abroad (NRI) and want to vote in Indian elections, you can register as an NRI voter by enrolling as…
General Travel New Zealand Showcases the Best of New Zealand Through Six-City India Roadshow
Relationships continue to be at the heart of the travel business, and General Travel New Zealand’s latest India roadshow reflected exactly that. Bringing together an extensive…
General Travel New Zealand Showcases the Best of New Zealand Through Six-City India Roadshow
Relationships continue to be at the heart of the travel business, and General Travel New Zealand’s latest India roadshow reflected exactly that. Bringing together an extensive…
INTRODUCING NUBIA DAHABEYA: A CONTEMPORARY CELEBRATION OF EGYPT ON THE NILE
Nubia Dahabeya introduces a new expression of Nile travel for the culturally curious luxury traveller. Available as an exclusive four-night private charter between Luxor and Aswan,…
INTRODUCING NUBIA DAHABEYA: A CONTEMPORARY CELEBRATION OF EGYPT ON THE NILE
Nubia Dahabeya introduces a new expression of Nile travel for the culturally curious luxury traveller. Available as an exclusive four-night private charter between Luxor and Aswan,…
Germany's Condor to bolster Münster/Osnabrück base for S27
Condor (DE, Frankfurt International) will continue its base operations from Münster/Osnabrück in the summer of 2027 and add a second aircraft to the base, extending its…
ITR Filing 2026: Due Dates, Forms and Late Fees
The ITR filing deadline 2026 is approaching for millions of taxpayers in India. Salaried employees, pensioners, business owners and professionals must file the correct Income Tax…
Who Is Kiran Reddy? Meet the First Indian American Miss Georgia Teen USA 2026
Miss Georgia Teen USA 2026 is Kiran Reddy, an 18-year-old from Douglas, Coffee County, Georgia. She made history by becoming the first Indian American contestant to…
The Hospitality Experience Showcases MICE and Buyout Offering Across Its Italian Collection
The Hospitality Experience, a collection of three distinctive Italian properties, is inviting corporate travel planners, incentive specialists and event organisers to explore its meetings, buyout and…
The Hospitality Experience Showcases MICE and Buyout Offering Across Its Italian Collection
The Hospitality Experience, a collection of three distinctive Italian properties, is inviting corporate travel planners, incentive specialists and event organisers to explore its meetings, buyout and…
UNESCO Heritage Sites in Japan: Celebrating 75 Years of Membership
This year marks the milestone 75th anniversary of Japan’s membership in UNESCO. Over the decades, Japan has shown an unwavering commitment to safeguarding its natural landscapes…
UNESCO Heritage Sites in Japan: Celebrating 75 Years of Membership
This year marks the milestone 75th anniversary of Japan’s membership in UNESCO. Over the decades, Japan has shown an unwavering commitment to safeguarding its natural landscapes…
Bhogapuram Airport All Set to Open: Explore Its Facilities, Infrastructure, and Flight Routes
With the inauguration of Bhogapuram Airport scheduled for August 1, 2026, the long-awaited aviation project is finally ready to welcome passengers. Officially named Alluri Sitarama Raju…
Anantara’s Signature Anniversary Experiences, from Jungle and Sea to Savannah and Mountain
Anantara Hotels & Resorts invites travellers to encounter five destinations through the landscapes, ecosystems and communities that define them. With 25 years of destination experience behind…
Specialized travel agents outperform AI by 30% in Europe’s heatwave disruptions, says 247tpd
New internal data analysed by 247 Travel Partner Desk (247tpd), a BPO provider exclusively focused on the travel industry, reveals that specialized travel support agents achieve…
Delta Drops Three Routes
The flights had already been suspended for the summer.
Why California’s Central Coast Deserves to Be Your Next Wine Getaway
California's Central Coast remains one of America's best-kept travel secrets. While Napa attracts the crowds, San Luis Obispo and Edna Valley offer award-winning wines, scenic vineyards,…
FAA Warns of Delays, Cancellations as Storms Slam East Coast
The agency is advising travelers to check the status of their flight with their airline.
Delta to Resume Regional Route
Flights will start in November.
Ocean Alliance Antarctica Initiative Invites Global Leaders to Shape a Legacy for Planetary Survival
A historic Antarctica expedition led by Ocean Alliance Conservation Member (OACM) is inviting global leaders, philanthropists, and visionaries to join a groundbreaking mission beneath the South…
Porter Overhauls Dash 8-400 Interiors
The carrier is installing new seats, lighting, and carpeting.
IATA, CANSO and ACI Launch Global Runway Safety Initiative After Series of Near Misses
The aviation industry is responding to a rise in runway incursions and serious near misses with a new joint safety initiative by IATA, CANSO, and ACI.…
Uganda Declares Itself Ebola-Free: Can Tourism Recover While Ebola Persists Next Door?
Uganda has officially declared itself Ebola-free after meeting international health criteria. But will science alone convince governments to lift travel advisories and tourists to return? As…
SWISS A330 Makes Emergency Landing in Maine
The crew reported smoke in the cabin.
Walking Meets Art and Culture: Inspiring Walking Vacations Around the World
Walking vacations are evolving beyond fitness into immersive cultural experiences. From Germany's newly reopened Blomberg Art Trail near Bad Tölz to sculpture parks, pilgrimage routes, and…
Mallorca Anti-Tourism Protests Signal a Global Reckoning for the Travel Industry
Palma’s largest anti-overtourism demonstration yet was not simply a protest against visitors. It was a warning to governments, investors, airlines, cruise companies, vacation-rental platforms, and tourism…
Why Do So Many Travelers Choose a Nile Cruise Instead of a Land Tour?
Planning a trip to Egypt usually begins with a long list of famous places to see. The Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum…
Travel & Tourism News Live Updates – 28 July 2026
Travel & Tourism News Live delivers real-time breaking travel and tourism news from around the world, covering aviation, airlines, hotels, destinations, cruises, travel advisories, and the…
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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Emplifi Research: AI Now Resolves Nearly One in Three Airline Customer Conversations on Facebook
New benchmark report finds airlines respond up to 21× faster than the average brand as AI reaches operational scale NEW YORK, July 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ --…
TROGLOTREK Sewer Crawler Introduces a Three-Year Warranty and Enhanced Mechanical Durability
WINNIPEG, MB, July 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A pipe crawler's value is proven underground, but costs often arise above ground. Damaged tethers, unsuitable reels, or equipment…
Caesars posts Q2 results amid pending acquisition by Fertitta
The resort operator saw declines in Las Vegas during the second quarter but did not host an earnings call due to the looming transaction, which would…
IHG Hotels & Resorts launches AI-powered conversational search tool
The company is rolling out the search functionality across its website and mobile app as part of a broader artificial intelligence strategy, with further developments coming…
The Weather Risks Travelers Forget to Insure, and Why It's a Mistake
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., July 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- When planning their trips, most travelers know to think about insurance ahead of hurricane or winter storm season.…
Schlesinger Law Offices Obtains $5.605 Million Verdict for Newspaper Carrier Trapped in Condominium Elevator
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A Broward County jury has awarded $5.605 million to South Florida newspaper carrier Valeria Mardy who spent more…
Valor Hospitality enters the Mississippi market with strategic partnership
Valor Hospitality takes over management of 8 Mississippi hotels (685 rooms) for Bellamare Development, becoming the preferred operating partner for Bellamare's full-service hospitality projects across the…
QED-C® Roadmap Identifies Infrastructure Priorities Critical to Scaling Quantum Networks
New report finds quantum optical network switches, repeaters and satellite infrastructure could each enable 9 of 10 high-impact quantum networking applications ARLINGTON, VA, UNITED STATES, July…
Limitless Sky Launches Free AI Market Intelligence Platform for Aviation
Students, operators, brokers and analysts can now query thousands of verified business-aviation data points in plain language — free, no login, no paywall. NEW YORK, NY,…
ZenaTech’s ZenaDrone Begins Testing Phase for Interceptor P-1 Counter-UAS Drone Platform
Low-cost VTOL autonomous interceptor advances company’s integrated Counter-UAS portfolio and defense system. ZenaTech, Inc. (NASDAQ:ZENA) VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, July 29, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- ZenaTech, Inc.…
SHENHENG: Prefabricated Substation & Integrated Substation Solutions for Global Power Grids
SHENHENG delivers certified prefabricated substation systems and end-to-end substation solutions for utility, renewable energy and industrial projects worldwide YUEQING, ZHEJIANG, CHINA, July 29, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ --…
Sbarro Celebrates Grand Opening of New Las Vegas Strip Restaurant as Debut Tenant at The Marketplace @ Harmon Corner
New corporate restaurant demonstrates how the Original XL New York Pizza-by-the-Slice brand continues to expand with innovative footprints COLUMBUS, OH, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/…
How to tell if you’re ready to upgrade from basic rate shopping to a complete pricing platform
Lighthouse's guide walks revenue managers through six workflow symptoms that signal a rate-shopping-only tool is limiting performance, and explains how its AI pricing platform adds demand…
10th World Wellness Weekend celebrates its 10th Anniversary in the USA
The annual event brings together over 250 hotels, clubs, spas, and hot springs offering Fitness, Yoga, and mindfulness for Communities nationwide NY, UNITED STATES, July 29,…
The One Thing Most Companies Fail To Do After Receiving Customer Feedback
Research shows 65% of customers never hear back after completing a survey, but a hotel case study demonstrates how closing the feedback loop with action and…
WTTC Unveils Seven Principles to Help Destinations Turn Tourism Growth into Shared Prosperity
WTTC's new policy brief sets out seven principles for destination stewardship, shifting the measure of tourism success from visitor arrivals to resident satisfaction, economic distribution, and…
Monolith Law Office Allies With Poland's GP Partners for EU GDPR Compliance
— Delivering one-stop, end-to-end legal support across language and regulatory barriers TOKYO, JAPAN, July 29, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Monolith Law Office (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Managing Attorney: Toki…
Cincinnati’s Fidelity Hotel Now Open, Ushering in a New Era of Design-Driven Hospitality in the Queen City
Marking its continued expansion in Ohio, today New Waterloo unveils Cincinnati’s Fidelity Hotel , in the heart of downtown’s Fountain District. The 165-room lifestyle property reflects…
New Branded Residences meet Hospitality Demand in Majorca
The Balearic Islands registered over 19 million tourists last year but Majorca remains the hot favourite with holidaymakers. Previous data* suggests the island sees 29 visitors…
مغامرة في أقصى الظروف: طائرة JETOUR G700 وإد ستافورد يتغلبان على أصعب التضاريس في العالم
WUHU, CHINA, July 29, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- أبرمت شركة JETOUR Auto مؤخرًا شراكة وثيقة مع Discovery للمشاركة في إنتاج الموسم الثاني من برنامج Adventure of Extremes…
Hilton reported Q2 RevPAR gains, raises full-year forecast
During an earnings call, CEO Chris Nassetta touted strengthening demand trends and highlighted a record number of signings that expanded Hilton’s development pipeline.
Hilton opens fourth LivSmart Studios hotel in Pensacola, Florida
The extended stay property is designed for guests staying 10 nights or longer and “reflects the brand’s continued momentum” with more locations on the horizon.
LivSmart Studios by Hilton Pensacola I‑10 North Davis Highway Opens in Pensacola, Florida
LivSmart Studios by Hilton Pensacola I-10 North Davis Highway is now open, bringing Hilton’s newest long-stay brand to Florida’s Gulf Coast. Located at 7077 Plantation Road,…
The Venice Times, Vignette Collection Marks Brand Debut in Italy for IHG Hotels & Resorts
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, introduces Vignette Collection to Italy with the opening of The Venice Times Hotel, Vignette…