Scandic and Hilton sign new Nordics strategic agreement

 

Scandic Hotels Group and Hilton have entered into a strategic agreement that marks another step in Scandic’s growth journey to pursue new hotel development opportunities across Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland.

Emirates explores a range of new innovations for customers with accessible travel requirements at AccessAbilities Expo, Dubai 2026

 

Dubai, UAE, 19 Oct 2026: Emirates has officially unveiled its interactive stand at the 8th edition of AccessAbilities Expo - the region’s leading event for accessibility & inclusive innovation, taking place at Dubai World Trade Centre from the 19-21 October 2026. The exhibition was officially opened by HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline & Group and patron of the AccessAbilities Expo.

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LOT Polish Airlines joins TSA PreCheck program

 

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  LOT Polish Airlines has joined TSA PreCheck program, giving eligible travelers access to a faster, more streamlined security screening experience.

DUCO Spain & Portugal Summit returns to Marbella

 

The second edition of DUCO Spain & Portugal has begun in Marbella, following the summit’s debut in 2025. Running from October 19 to 23, 2026, the event adopts the theme “DUCO Cantares”, celebrating Spain and Portugal through poetry, rhythm and memory.

WTE Miami To Embrace AI-Powered Technology As It Shapes The Future Of Travel Trade

 

For the first time, WTE Miami will utilize Fairfest’s proven SnapCard AI technology, bringing an AI-powered matchmaking app to the show alongside programming focused on the future of AI in travel

WTE Miami is putting artificial intelligence into action, introducing AI-powered matchmaking for attendees while bringing industry experts together to explore how the technology is transforming travel.

The transformation of work: global trade unions meet in Milan

 

On the occasion of the 120th anniversary of the Italian General Confederation of Labour (CGIL), Italy’s main trade union confederation, local and international experts and representatives discussed the future of workers

Sri Lanka Tourism targets UK winter travellers with new British Airways route

 

”Sri Lanka is opening up greater direct access from the UK this winter with the launch of a new British Airways service between London Gatwick and Colombo.

m1nd-set: Duty-free shoppers place less emphasis on value

 m1nd-set, a travel retail research agency, has published the second instalment of its ten-year analysis of global duty-free shopper behaviour. Following its August report on footfall, conversion, purchase purpose and exclusives, the latest research examines factors influencing shoppers inside stores.

THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL” HEADS TO SEA FOR THE FIRST TIME ON ROYAL CARIBBEAN’S HERO OF THE SEAS

 

Inspired by the hit Broadway musical and Nickelodeon animated series, the all-new production will bring the world of Bikini Bottom to life on the new Icon Class family vacation debuting August 2027.