Destination News
Andreas Streiber Appointed General Manager at Shangri‑La Colombo
Andreas Streiber has been named General Manager at Shangri‑La Colombo, bringing more than 25 years of global hospitality experience to the Sri Lankan property.
Travel & Visa News
Stay updated with the latest visa changes, travel alerts, and policy updates
Airline Updates
El Al Launches Nine New Direct Flights to Europe and Asia
El Al direct flights will expand in 2026–2027 as the carrier adds nine new routes, opening direct services between Israel and destinations across Europe and Asia.
Destination News
South Africa Joins Indonesia in Tourism Development Drive to Boost Air Connectivity
South Africa and Indonesia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to deepen South Africa Indonesia tourism cooperation, prioritising air connectivity, joint marketing and inclusive, sustainable growth.
Airline Updates
EL AL Announces Nine New Destinations Worldwide
EL AL has unveiled its largest route expansion, adding nine destinations including Hanoi, Seoul and Manila and expanding its network to roughly 60 direct routes.
Destination News
Mira Developments Launches Mira Explorer Global Expedition Series
Mira Explorer is a new global expedition series from Mira Developments that recognises top-performing brokers with fully hosted outdoor journeys, starting at Jabal Shams in Oman.
Airline Updates
Air France Expands New York Routes with Double Daily Newark Flights
Air France New York expansion will see up to 11 daily Paris–New York flights in summer 2026, including doubled Newark frequencies and new La Première suites.
Destination News
Discover Basel: Cultural Winter Getaway in Switzerland
Basel winter getaway: Skip the slopes and enjoy a cultural winter break in Basel with more than 40 museums, a fairytale Altstadt and easy trips into Germany and France.
Airline Updates
Bahrain International Airport Sets Operational Records in 2025
Bahrain International Airport recorded its strongest year in 2025, posting record cargo volumes and increased passenger traffic while extending its network across six continents.
Destination News
Live Oak Charleston Hotel to Open in April 2026
Live Oak Charleston hotel will open in April 2026 on Meeting Street, introducing a 120-room boutique Tribute Portfolio property focused on wellness, design and locally inspired cuisine.
Airline Updates
Airlines Rush to Add Flights to Vietnam’s Lo Lo Chai Village After UNWTO Award
Lo Lo Chai Village flights are expanding rapidly after the UNWTO named the remote northern Vietnamese village the “Best Tourism Village in the World,” prompting airlines to add routes and hotels to cope with rising demand.
Airline Updates
Philippine Hot Air Balloon Fiesta Draws Visitors from South Korea, US and Australia
The Philippine Hot Air Balloon Fiesta (Feb 13–15, 2026) is drawing visitors from South Korea, the USA and Australia, prompting airlines like Philippine Airlines and AirAsia to roll out special flights and packages.
Airline Updates
Bahrain International Airport Now Joins Key Middle Eastern Hubs After Strong 2025 Performance
Bahrain International Airport recorded 9.74 million passengers and handled 405,217 tonnes of cargo in 2025, underscoring its emergence as a major Middle Eastern hub.