European tourism shows resilience as seasonality and geopolitical risks reshape demand

 

BRUSSELS – European tourism trends point to resilience and changing travel patterns, according to the European Travel Commission (ETC). International arrivals increased by 3% over summer 2026 compared with the same period in 2025. Moreover, 80% of European destinations welcomed more international visitors.

Emirates Group announces half-year profit for 2026-27, despite full six-month impact of regional conflict and high fuel costs

 

• Group: Half-year profit before tax of AED 4.1 billion (US$ 1.1 billion), down 66% from the same period last year. Revenue down 12% to AED 66.2 billion (US$ 18.0 billion).
• Emirates: Half-year profit before tax of AED 3.7 billion (US$ 1.0 billion), down 68%, and revenue of AED 56.9 billion (US$ 15.5 billion), down 13%, against the same period last year. Revenue buoyed by strong cargo performance; profits eroded by high fuel prices.  
• dnata: Half-year profit before tax of AED 410 million (US$ 112 million), down 51% compared to the same period last year, against revenue of AED 11.0 billion (US$ 3.0 billion), down 7%, reflecting reduced volumes in some of its UAE and UK businesses.

Expedia Group testing OpenAI ad products as agentic partnership economics take shape

 

Expedia Group is participating in OpenAI's advertising products and is willing to accept the potential of lower returns as it tests them.

Greece, all in one. Meet Top Transfer at the 13th AIT Expo, December, 11-13, Peristeri Expo Center

 

Dear partners,

Planning your 2027 groups to Greece? This year Top Transfer is the transport partner of the Hosted Buyers at the 13th AIT Expo – so many of you will travel with us before we even meet. We would love to show you what else we can do for you.

HX Expeditions Affirms Support for Travel Advisors by Partnering with ASTA

 

ASTA welcomes HX Expeditions as a Proud Partner for the first time in 2027

Alexandria, VA; November 4, 2026 – The American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) today announced HX Expeditions as its latest Proud Partner, adding the expedition cruising supplier to the lineup of experiential travel companies supporting travel advisor initiatives in 2027.

Aman's Janu expands UAE luxury portfolio with Al Marjan Island project

 Aman Group’s lifestyle and hospitality brand Janu is expanding its footprint in the United Arab Emirates with a new luxury hotel and residential development on Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises® Raises the Curtain on Its Entertainment Programme

Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, the world’s leading ultra-luxury cruise line, has unveiled the entertainment programme for Seven Seas Prestige™, Regent’s first new ship class in a decade. Conceived as an integral part of the journey, the programme debuts with six original productions and Regent’s most expansive live music offering yet, including the line’s first onboard DJ, jazz duo and string duo.

Malaysia's Electric Train Service shake-up: more trains... but more transfers

 

Malaysia’s long-distance rail passengers will have to get used to changing trains more often from January 1, 2027, as national operator Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) restructures several Electric Train Service (ETS) routes to increase capacity and improve service frequency.

At WTM London, Tourism Ireland to highlight €1bn cross-border investment

 

Tourism Ireland will pass the message at WTM London that it is investing €1 billion in supporting tourism infrastructure, transport links and visitor attractions across the island of Ireland.

Bahia Principe to reopen renovated resorts in Tenerife and Jamaica

 PALMA – Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts will reopen two renovated properties on 1 December 2026. The Bahia Principe resorts in Tenerife and Jamaica will return after year-long renovation programmes. The projects upgraded accommodation, restaurants, communal areas, swimming pools and entertainment facilities.