EXPLORA JOURNEYS HIGHLIGHTS HEADLINE DESTINATION EXPERIENCES FOR INAUGURAL SUMMER 2027 ALASKA SEASON

 

As anticipation builds for the launch of EXPLORA III on 24 July, Explora Journeys looks ahead to next summer, when the ship will sail the brand’s highly anticipated debut season in Alaska.

Quarterly Tourism Monitor Released!💡PATA Power of Networking in Bangkok

 

ew Release: PATA QTM 1Q2026

GDS-Movement honours sustainability leaders at 2026 GDS-Awards

 

SZCZECIN, POLAND – Global Destinations Sustainability Movement (GDS-Movement) has announced the winners of the 2026 GDS-Awards, recognising destinations and individuals advancing sustainability, regeneration and positive impact across the tourism and events sectors.

A new operating system for travel takes shape at Phocuswright Europe

 

Phocuswright Europe opened this week with a clear message: AI is no longer a side conversation, it is the gravitational centre of travel’s next era.  Across the main stage, speakers warned that the industry’s economics, interfaces and power structures are shifting faster than many companies can adapt.

Croisieurope Redefines Autumn Travel With The Launch Of Nine River Cruise Escapes For November 2026 & 2027

 

CroisiEurope is redefining autumn travel with the launch of its new November Cruise Escapes collection. Designed specifically for the quieter travel season, these exclusive departures invite guests to discover Europe’s rivers from a fresh perspective, combining peaceful sightseeing with unique cultural experiences available only on these special sailings.

AIDA announces event cruises for 2027: “AIDA dances” in its fourth edition and “Crime & Sea” returns.

Rostock, June 18, 2026 For 2027, AIDA Cruises has announced two new voyages: “AIDA Dances” in January 2027 aboard AIDAcosma in the Canary Islands, and “Crime & Sea” in January 2027 on the Metropolitan Route with AIDAnova, departing from and returning to Hamburg. Both voyages address current demand trends and combine classic cruises with compelling experiential formats.

What if Africa was your next big adventure?

 

Discover Africa from Geneva   What if your next great journey started in Geneva? With Ethiopian Airlines, set off for Africa via Addis Ababa, a key hub to fascinating destinations. South Africa captivates with its safaris and vibrant cities, Namibia impresses with its deserts and wildlife, while Mauritius invites you to unwind between turquoise lagoons and white sandy beaches. Voted "Best Airline in Africa” at the 2025 Skytrax World Airline Awards for the eighth consecutive year, Ethiopian Airlines invites you to explore, dream and escape even further. Whether you are travelling as a couple, with family or with friends, Ethiopian Airlines takes

Discover this month’s trending destinations

 

Discover our most popular tours, as booked by your fellow travellers. Explore the unspoiled forests of Costa Rica, uncover northern Italy’s secluded lakes, relax in sun-drenched Andalucia or take the adventure of a lifetime across the legendary Five Stans.

Kaunas, Lithuania, a perfect city brea

 

If Riga, in nearby Latvia, is home to Art Nouveau, Kaunas, Lithuania’s second-largest city, offers some of Europe’s most striking examples of Art Deco architecture.

Zucchetti enables hotel bookings through AI platforms

 

STURGEON BAY, WI – Zucchetti North America has announced the launch of a new Model Context Protocol (MCP) connector suite within the Zucchetti Booking Engine, enabling hotels to accept direct bookings through artificial intelligence platforms, including ChatGPT and Claude.