9th Africa Business Tourism & MICE Masterclass to focus on regional integration and sector readiness

 

JOHANESBURG – The Africa Business Tourism & MICE Masterclass will hold its ninth edition from 9 to 10 April 2026, bringing together stakeholders from across the continent’s business events sector at a time when the industry is entering a new growth cycle.

Weekly Asia Pacific Snapshot: Special Updates on West Asia

Special Updateson the Ongoing Situation in West Asia more updates available on the weekly dashboard page >

Norway: Where Light, Legend & Landscape Meet

 

Summer in Norway is defined by light. Days linger over Bergen’s historic harbor, and the fjords of Olden rise beneath a sky that never fully darkens.

News in Brief:Seatrade Cruise News Latest Headlines

 

Triple ceremony for Explora Journeys and Fincantieri at Sestri Ponente Explora Journeys and Fincantieri celebrated a triple milestone at the Sestri Ponente yard in Genoa, Italy. Read full story

The Next Chapter Begins: Camp Unwritten Returns with World of Hyatt and Reese’s Book Club for Another Summer of Camp Magic at Under Canvas Yosemite and ULUM Moab

 

World of Hyatt members can choose between romance in Yosemite or a thriller in Moab to immerse in curated reading moments at upscale outdoor settings with best-selling authors.

Discover Shenzhen’s Thrilling Spartan Race, Revitalizing The Greater Bay Area’s Sports And Travel Scene

  

Shenzhen City, which is part of the Greater Bay Area (GBA), is building excitement for the opening of the Spartan Race in Bijiashan Park in 2026. The event, which began with a Kids Race taking place on March 7–8, will provide a fresh new experience to the sporting events in the region with a plethora of new activities and events.

LEGOLAND California Resort Launches LEGO Galaxy, Its Biggest Theme Park Expansion Ever in Carlsbad, California: Everything You Need to Know

  

Merlin Entertainments has opened LEGO Galaxy in LEGOLAND California Resort, providing another new experience for guests. LEGO Galaxy is the largest investment Merlin has made in any LEGOLAND in North America. Merlin made similar investments in LEGOLAND Florida Resort, with an opening date of February 27, 2026. This opens a coast-to-coast experience for guests in the US.

SAS partners with Google to improve tracking of missing bags

 

Scandinavian Airlines now enables travelers to securely share live bag location data through Find Hub, thus strengthening and improving the baggage recovery experience.

FAA Proposes $65,000 in Fines Against Avelo Airlines for Alleged Drug and Alcohol Testing Violations

 

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes a $65,000 civil penalty against Avelo Airlines of Houston, Texas, for allegedly violating drug and alcohol testing regulations.   

Lufthansa Group adds extra flights due to high demand

 

Due to the rise in demand for long-haul flights at short notice, the airlines of the Lufthansa Group will be offering numerous extra flights, particularly to Asia and Africa.