WTTC Global Summit brings more than 100 travel leaders to Malta

 

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has unveiled the full programme for its 26th Global Summit in Valletta, Malta. More than 100 global speakers will attend the event, scheduled under the theme FUTU[RE]SET.

ETOA New Members | October 2026

 

A very warm welcome to the 27 new members who have recently joined the ETOA community, representing a diverse geographical spread across Europe, Asia and North America. You can check out all our Members on our Member Search Portal.

Riyadh Air One membership. One Golden Ticket. Endless possibilities.

 

THE SFEER GOLDEN TICKET​ ​ Some journeys begin before you've decided where to go. ​

Travel together, enjoy the freedom: AIDA promotion for Summer 2027

 

Experiencing new things together while still having space for individual preferences—that is exactly what matters to many families and groups of friends when on vacation. Anyone who books at least two cabins between October 1 and October 21, 2026, for a qualifying AIDA voyage in the summer of 2027 will receive a 10% discount on the cabin price for the first and second guests.

Hyatt Elevates the Everyday Stay with Growing Essentials Portfolio

 

Hyatt Place at Ho’opili Exterior Pool

New and upcoming hotels give travelers more ways to explore the U.S. with more comfort and flexibility

September Global Advocacy: Because Apparently Travel Wasn’t Complicated Enough

 

Welcome to September where the global business travel industry has once again discovered that “just getting there” is apparently an unacceptable level of simplicity.

Finnair strengthens its Japan network for next summer

 

Finnair will add more flights to Tokyo next summer as demand for Japan remains strong, with the airline planning up to three daily Helsinki-Tokyo services during peak travel periods, offering frequencies to both Haneda and Narita international airports.

Fribourg canton plans massive 1,700-kilometer mountain bike network

 

Switzerland’s Fribourg canton is putting forward an ambitious plan for a 1,700-kilometer mountain bike network, aiming to capitalize on the sport’s rapid growth while reducing pressure on sensitive natural areas.

The cantonal government in Central Switzerland has released the proposed network for public consultation 10 days ago, giving residents, municipalities and organizations 30 days to submit comments.

Spire Hospitality launches Strategic Asset Performance division

 

Spire Hospitality has launched its Strategic Asset Performance division, uniting financial strategy, business intelligence, technology, AI and hotel resources around a shared focus on hotel and portfolio performance.

WEBINAR: Boost Hotel Compliance and Program Value

 

Even with the rapid pace of industry change, corporate travel managers continue to face age-old hotel program challenges: low adoption, booking leakage, limited visibility, and pressure to demonstrate measurable program value.

Register now for this client-led discussion to learn how AMETEK applied targeted strategies to increase hotel compliance, enhance the traveler experience and improve program performance. Hear actionable insights to strengthen hotel program performance and deliver greater business value.