
Qatar Airways Group has marked a major milestone in aircraft financing with the signing of its inaugural Japanese Operating Lease with Call Option (JOLCO) transaction, covering three Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft. HSBC and JP Lease Products & Services Co., Ltd. (JLPS) were integral partners in the financing, with HSBC acting as debt arranger and…

Above the energy of Patong, where the hillside meets the forest and the Andaman Sea stretches towards the horizon, Avista Hideaway Phuket Patong – MGallery Collection is unveiling a reimagined pool villa experience this October, introducing 12 newly renovated one-bedroom pool villas that can be combined into interconnecting two- or three-bedroom configurations. Designed as…

There are Alpine hotels that offer a beautiful view, and then there are those that seem to become part of the landscape itself. Set against the dramatic limestone peaks of the Leoganger Steinberge, in Austria’s Salzburger Land, Krallerhof belongs firmly to the latter. Here, contemporary architecture dissolves into wild mountain scenery, a 50-metre infinity…

AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach has achieved Silver certification from EarthCheck for the second consecutive year, marking a meaningful milestone on the resort’s path toward Gold, for which two further consecutive Silver certifications are required before eligibility. EarthCheck is one of the world’s leading scientific benchmarking and certification programs for travel and tourism, assessing operators…

Wizz Air is urging UK holidaymakers to check their passports ahead of the October half term getaway, as new data obtained by the airline reveals more than 135,000 British adult passports are due to expire this month. Figures obtained by Wizz Air from HM Passport Office through a Freedom of Information request show 135,006…

Brazil arrives at WTM London 2026 to demonstrate that travelling through the country goes far beyond visiting destinations; it is about immersing oneself in stories, sharing in celebrations, and discovering a place where culture is lived out in every encounter. At a time of growing British interest in the country, Brazil is showcasing a…

The definition of luxury travel is changing. Today’s travellers increasingly want more than beautiful places to stay – they want to experience the destination itself. Discovering hidden corners, sampling local flavours, learning traditional crafts and meeting local people can create meaningful memories that last long after the journey ends. Here, luxury extends beyond the…

Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, today announced the signing of a franchise agreement to open ibis Styles Helsinki Helka, marking the Group’s debut in Finland. The 157-room hotel is expected to open in late 2027, located in the heart of Helsinki’s Kamppi district, a lively neighbourhood known for its blend of culture, design, retail…

Virgin Voyages has announced a series of new onboard dining experiences across its fleet and private Beach Club at Bimini, including collaborations with two leading chefs and refreshed menus at two of its signature restaurants. The adults-only cruise line has partnered with chef Rashida Holmes to introduce a new Caribbean-inspired menu at The Beach…

As temperatures begin to cool across the UAE, Nomad Sharjah Retreat reopens for the season on 15 October, inviting guests to swap the city’s bustle for crisp mountain mornings, open skies and unforgettable outdoor experiences. Tucked away in a secluded valley in Kalba, on Sharjah’s scenic east coast, the retreat offers an idyllic setting…