Scandic’s Interim report for the first quarter 2026 – Stable quarter and good booking situation

 

April 22, 2026 First quarter in summary, January 1 – March 31, 2026

• Net sales rose by 3.1 percent to SEK 4,689 million (4,546). Organic growth increased by 4.7 percent.

• Average occupancy rate increased to 55.8 percent (55.1).

Fuel crisis: EU takes useful first steps, but plans must go further

 

Brussels, 22 April 2026 IRU welcomes the targeted transport measures, calls for clearer contingency planning should supply conditions deteriorate, and expects broader financial support through a separate State aid framework.

Education for the Future - AIDA Cruise & Help funds 100th School for AIDA Birthday

 

Rostock, April 22, 2026 026 stands entirely in the sign of the 30th birthday of Germany's largest cruise company. To celebrate this event, you will find on board AIDAdiva from 18 to 25 April 2026 the "Best of AIDA" trip with many highlights from 30 years of AIDA.

China Eastern Airlines Lands in Austria for the First Time: Vienna Airport Welcomes New Direct service to the Historic City of Xi’an

 

Vienna Airport is continuing to expand its connectivity to Asia: Yesterday, 20 April 2026, China Eastern Airlines inaugurated its first-ever service from Xi’an to Vienna.

Cautious booking trends reshape long-haul travel decisions

 

Ker & Downey Africa, a luxury travel design company with offices in Cape Town and Arusha, is reporting a gradual shift in how travellers commit to long-haul journeys, particularly among U.S. clients considering Africa.

President of Egypt and ICAO Secretary General move to strengthen Middle Eastern aviation through heightened cooperation

 

Renewed agreement reinforces Cairo’s global leadership in air transport 

The President of the Arab Republic of Egypt and the Secretary General of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) are supporting enhanced cooperation to strengthen both Egypt’s leadership role in air transport and aviation’s crucial contributions to economic development worldwide.

ASTA Kicks Off Legislative Day 2026 in DC

 

More than 200 travel industry professionals gather in Washington for nearly 200 Capitol Hill meetings and ASTA’s Travel Industry Forecast

Tempo by Hilton Savannah Historic District debuts

 

Noble Investment Group has opened Tempo by Hilton Savannah Historic District, a wellness-focused lifestyle hotel with 148 rooms and suites located in Savannah’s Historic District.

Wyndham debuts 20th Echo Suites

 

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has opened the 20th ECHO Suites Extended Stay by Wyndham hotel in Bozeman, MT.

The 20-hotel milestone reflects growing confidence in the brand’s efficient new-construction prototype and operating model, according to the company.

Bahia Resort Hotel appoints Babett Hirzel as new General Manager

 

SAN DIEGO, CALIF. – Bahia Resort Hotel announces the appointment of Babett Hirzel as General Manager, a move that marks a new chapter for one of San Diego’s most cherished beachfront destinations. With over 35 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Hirzel brings a blend of operational expertise, visionary leadership, and a commitment to heartfelt service to the role.