Hyatt eyes further European expansion as Olympia hotel opens

 

Hyatt is planning further expansion in Europe as it opened a new landmark hotel next to London’s redeveloped Olympia exhibition and conference venue.

Central Real Capital appoints Trilogy Hotels as Operator of The Sands Torquay Resort

 

One of Victoria’s premier golf resorts joins Trilogy Hotels’ portfolio as the company strengthens its presence in the state’s high-growth leisure and tourism market

(Sydney, Australia: 7 July 2026): Independent hotel management company Trilogy Hotels has been appointed as operator of The Sands Torquay by Central Real Capital (CRC), effective 1 July 2026. The upper-upscale resort, located on Victoria's iconic Surf Coast, comprises 112 suites and is home to a championship 18-hole golf course. The appointment marks Trilogy Hotels' entry into the Surf Coast market and strengthens its growing portfolio of premium leisure and resort assets.

Scandic opens third hotel in Frankfurt

 Scandic is continuing to grow selectively in Germany by partnering with property investors to reposition existing hotel assets in strong markets. Scandic has now signed a long-term lease agreement with the German real estate investment manager Union Investment and will open a centrally located hotel in one of Europe’s most important business destinations, Frankfurt. The hotel will be repositioned and upgraded to Scandic’s brand and operational standards before reopening in 2027.

SITA report tracks air transport capacity shift

 

SITA has published its Impact Report 2025, outlining how the air transport industry is preparing to move higher passenger volumes through technology-led changes in capacity, border processing, operations, baggage handling and sustainability.

Refresh Your Summer, the All-Inclusive Way

 

Trade summer heat for mountain air, ocean breezes, and all-inclusive ease. With up to 50% OFF* Canada and Caribbean getaways, now is the perfect time to escape to refreshing destinations designed for adventure, relaxation, and everything in between.

Etihad Expands its African Network with New Fastjet Zimbabwe Partnership

 

Etihad Airways and Fastjet Zimbabwe have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a new interline partnership, codeshare agreement and frequent flyer partnership with Fastjet Zimbabwe.

CLIA Announces Alicante, Spain, as Host City for European Summit 2027

 Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) today announced that Alicante, Spain, will host the CLIA European Summit 2027, 8 to 11 March 2027, bringing together senior cruise executives, policymakers, port leaders, tourism authorities, and maritime stakeholders from across Europe and around the world.

Emirates Skywards launches 5 million Skywards Miles giveaway for Dubai Summer Surprises

 

500 winners will each receive 10,000 Skywards Miles when they spend AED 200 or more with Skywards Everyday or Skywards Miles Mall

IRU Intelligence – Driver shortage: structural, not cyclical

Each year, IRU takes the pulse of the global driver shortage – this is our fifth edition, and the reference point the industry now waits for.

Emirates to debut A380 to Delhi from October, Premium Economy to expand to six points in India

 

 

Kolkata to be served by A350, featuring signature Premium Economy cabins

 

o   From October, Emirates’ flagship A380 to operate to Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru

 

o   Longstanding commitment to India includes continued investment in operational and service enhancements