LOT Polish Airlines and Thai Airways plan codeshare cooperation, opening up new travel opportunities

 

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  LOT Polish Airlines and Thai Airways have signed a Memorandum of Understanding for future codeshare cooperation.

World Culinary Awards 2026 winners unveiled in Jamaica

From world-renowned restaurants to destinations attracting a new generation of food-loving travellers, the global culinary industry’s leading names have been recognised at the World Culinary Awards in Jamaica.

Russia and Egypt sign deal to expand direct flights

Russia and Egypt have signed a memorandum of understanding to allow designated airlines to operate more direct flights between the two countries. The agreement followed negotiations between their aviation authorities on 14 October 2026.

Europe maintains long-haul travel share as Autumn bookings hold steady

 

BRUSSELS – The European Travel Commission (ETC) and Interrail have published their Long-Haul Travel Barometer 3/2026, examining travel intentions, preferences and barriers for September to December 2026. The study covers seven overseas markets: Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Japan, South Korea and the United States.

SINGAPORE AIRLINES INTRODUCES NEW RANGE OF IN-FLIGHT AMENITIES ACROSS ALL CABIN CLASSES

 

Settle in to greater comfort with Singapore Airlines' (SIA) new amenity kits across all cabin classes, complemented by new sleeper suits for Suites and First Class, and for the first time, Business Class.

The EU cannot afford a smaller transport budget

 Brussels, 14 October 2026 IRU regrets the Irish Presidency’s intention to cut transport funding under the Connecting Europe Facility. Europe’s competitiveness, climate and security ambitions depend on stronger infrastructure investment.

Korean Air wins eight awards at 2026 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards

 

(Seoul, October 14, 2026) – Korean Air has received eight awards—including five Gold Awards and three Silver Awards—at the 2026 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards, securing honors across its passenger service operations, technological initiatives, and corporate sustainability programs.

ICAO Joins Supporting Alliance for CORSIA EEU Supply

 The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced at its World Sustainability Symposium that the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has joined the Supporting Alliance for CORSIA EEU Supply (the Alliance).

Two New World Cruises Are Here

 Two new 2029 World Cruises aboard Azamara Quest are now open for booking. Choose 179 or 139 nights of immersive exploration, with extended time ashore, more opportunities to experience each destination,

APF report: Developers turn to conversions, PIPs over new construction

 

Access Point Financial (APF) has released a hotel industry report targeting the construction loan sector. Titled “I Will Gladly Pay You Tuesday for a Hamburger Today: The State of Hotel Construction Loans,” the document provides a historic overview of hotel construction loans before delving into the current situation and outlining paths APF sees on the rise.