Produced with the Zagreb Tourist Board, the guide moves from Dolac Market and traditional štrukli to Michelin-starred dining and wine-country day trips around the Croatian capital. KEY TAKEAWAYS A new Virtuoso guide produced with the Zagreb Tourist Board presents Zagreb through its markets, bakeries, traditional dishes, contemporary restaurants and nearby wine regions. Dolac Market remains… Read the full news article
More than 160 European voyages will follow the line’s 2027 river debut, with Celebrity Wanderer, Roamer and Boundless joining Compass and Seeker. KEY TAKEAWAYS Celebrity River Cruises plans more than 160 European sailings to over 50 destinations in 2028, an 80% increase in destinations compared with its inaugural 2027 programme. Celebrity Compass and Celebrity Seeker… Read the full news article
Capella Bangkok and Four Seasons Bangkok complete an all-Asia podium, while Europe contributes 21 hotels and 10 properties make their first appearance in the top 50. KEY TAKEAWAYS Rosewood Hong Kong retained No.1 in The 50 Best Hotels 2026, followed by Capella Bangkok at No.2 and Four Seasons Bangkok at Chao Phraya River at No.3…. Read the full news article
Six hospitality spaces are being offered as the airport prepares for long-term passenger growth linked to its Northern Runway programme. KEY TAKEAWAYS London Gatwick has launched what it describes as its largest-ever food and beverage tender, covering five South Terminal units and one North Terminal pub. The airport says the six opportunities span more than… Read the full news article
Running from 29 October 2026 to 28 February 2027, the fifth edition will spread contemporary art across Bangkok under the theme Angels & Mara. KEY TAKEAWAYS Bangkok Art Biennale 2026 will run from 29 October 2026 to 28 February 2027 under the theme Angels & Mara. The fifth edition will use temples, museums, cultural institutions,… Read the full news article
The Bangkok trade programme is pitching golf alongside wellness, gastronomy, culture and multi-region travel to encourage longer stays across Thailand. KEY TAKEAWAYS Thailand Golf Travel Mart 2026 brought together 49 international buyer companies and 63 Thai sellers at Topgolf Megacity in Bangna. TAT is encouraging golf itineraries that add wellness, gastronomy, culture, shopping and travel… Read the full news article
Rail, walkable cities, Indigenous-led experiences and local food anchor a four-stop journey through Québec and Atlantic Canada. KEY TAKEAWAYS Virtuoso and Destination Canada have published an 11-day itinerary linking Québec City, Montréal, Halifax and Charlottetown. VIA Rail’s 1,352-kilometre Ocean route between Montréal and Halifax forms the main intercity rail experience, with VIA currently listing three… Read the full news article
Virtuoso advisors highlight how bespoke itineraries can simplify complex safari planning while giving travellers more control over wildlife viewing, accommodation and special experiences. KEY TAKEAWAYS Micato Safaris offers bespoke African itineraries for couples, families, friends and other private groups alongside its scheduled classic departures. Custom trips can be adjusted around wildlife priorities, photography, cultural encounters,… Read the full news article
Winter 2026 will bring 1.3 million seats, nine based aircraft and 43 routes, with Tirana retained as a new addition to the winter timetable. KEY TAKEAWAYS Ryanair plans 1.3 million seats from Wrocław in Winter 2026, around 330,000 more than the previous winter and a 35% increase. Nine aircraft will be based at Wrocław, two… Read the full news article
Traffic rose 2.7% year on year while 93% of passengers waited under 10 minutes for security, with September forecast to approach 3.5 million travellers. KEY TAKEAWAYS Manchester Airport handled 3,577,402 passengers including transit traffic in August 2026, up 2.66% from August 2025. Mallorca was the month’s most popular destination, with Alicante, Antalya and Dubai also… Read the full news article
The 300-seat Belle Vue brings an all-day pub offer to Terminal 2 and marks the final planned new eatery in the airport’s decade-long £1.5bn redevelopment. KEY TAKEAWAYS The Belle Vue has opened after security in Manchester Airport Terminal 2 as the airport’s first JD Wetherspoon pub. The 300-seat venue is expected to create around 150… Read the full news article
The US$36.2 billion aircraft deal converts the carrier’s August 2025 commitment into a firm order for passenger jets and eight 777-8 Freighters. KEY TAKEAWAYS Korean Air has finalized a 103-aircraft Boeing order comprising 50 737-10s, 25 787-10s, 20 777-9s and eight 777-8 Freighters. Korean Air values the aircraft contract at about US$36.2 billion; the deal… Read the full news article
The new DOT platform publishes arrivals, outbound travel, tourism GDP and employment data with downloadable datasets, while the US leads source markets through August. KEY TAKEAWAYS The Philippines Department of Tourism has launched an open data dashboard covering visitor arrivals from 2010, outbound resident travel from 2023–2025, tourism economic contribution and employment. International visitor arrivals… Read the full news article
The September MoU expands an existing workforce initiative into placements, T Levels, guest lectures, curriculum projects and employer engagement for local learners. KEY TAKEAWAYS Bristol Airport and City of Bristol College signed a Memorandum of Understanding on September 3, 2026, at the South Bristol Skills Academy. The partnership will support placements, guest lectures, networking, curriculum… Read the full news article
The carrier highlighted plans for wider global connectivity, expanded intermodal transport and a regional SAF supply chain as Hong Kong publishes its first Five-Year Plan. KEY TAKEAWAYS Hong Kong’s first Five-Year Plan targets an increase in Hong Kong International Airport destinations from around 220 to 240 within five years. Cathay has committed around HK$150 billion… Read the full news article
The proposed fan itinerary crosses the U.S., Japan and the UK, linking gaming museums and theme parks with themed MIMARU stays in Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. KEY TAKEAWAYS MIMARU has mapped a 14-day gaming-focused itinerary across the United States, Japan and the United Kingdom rather than offering a bundled tour package. Japan forms the centrepiece,… Read the full news article
Chef Shiv Kappal will lead two November dinners at SIDECUT pairing regional ingredients with British Columbia wines during Whistler’s 30th Cornucopia festival. KEY TAKEAWAYS Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler will host A Culinary Journey Through British Columbia at SIDECUT Steakhouse on November 13 and 14, 2026, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Executive Chef Shiv… Read the full news article
Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru’s 21st-floor bar will run its 2026 Negroni programme from September 22 to 28, pairing tandoor, pandan, cacao and coffee with the Italian classic. KEY TAKEAWAYS Copitas will run its Negroni Week programme from September 22 to 28, 2026, beginning daily at 5:00 pm. The two house signatures are Charred Heritage, using… Read the full news article
The festive hamper range runs from INR 1,800 to INR 11,500 plus taxes, combining chocolates, Indian sweets, tea, coffee, wellness products and artisanal gifts. KEY TAKEAWAYS Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru at Embassy ONE has launched The Radiant Bloom, a seven-tier Diwali gifting collection. Prices range from INR 1,800 plus taxes for the entry-level Spark selection… Read the full news article
The new Pavyllon Lounge menu at Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane serves savoury and sweet croissant creations daily from noon to 8:00 pm. KEY TAKEAWAYS La Croissanterie is now open daily from noon to 8:00 pm in Pavyllon Lounge at Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane. Yannick Alléno’s menu features savoury croissants… Read the full news article
The 37-acre Jadcherla project will include 47 pool villas and 50 branded residences, marking Ashya Group’s first hospitality development. KEY TAKEAWAYS Anantara Jadcherla Hyderabad Resort is scheduled to open in 2029 on a 37-acre waterfront site in Telangana. The development will include 185 keys, including 47 pool villas, plus 50 branded residences adjacent to the… Read the full news article
The 25-year hospitality executive takes up the role from September 1, bringing senior operations and people leadership experience from Seoul and Jeju. KEY TAKEAWAYS Goeun Lee became Resort Manager at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay on September 1, 2026. Lee returns to Four Seasons after nearly a decade at Four Seasons Hotel Seoul… Read the full news article
From September 14–25, the Worli hotel is offering concierge-led darshan planning, chauffeured city exploration and Maharashtrian dishes tied to Mumbai’s biggest annual celebration. KEY TAKEAWAYS Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai is offering personalised Ganesh Chaturthi itineraries, transport arrangements and cultural guidance for guests visiting major city pandals. The hotel highlights Lalbaugcha Raja, Mumbaicha Raja at Ganesh… Read the full news article
The Athenian Riviera resort returns to the global list for a second consecutive year as new beach, bar, wellness and events concepts extend its city-meets-sea appeal. KEY TAKEAWAYS Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens is No.27 in The 50 Best Hotels 2026, its second consecutive year on the list and third appearance since 2023. The… Read the full news article
The free North York event starts at 9:05 a.m., with the Wilket Creek site having raised more than CAD 1 million in 2025 and close to CAD 16 million since 1981. KEY TAKEAWAYS The 46th annual Terry Fox Run at Wilket Creek Park takes place on Sunday, September 20, 2026, with registration from 8:00 a.m…. Read the full news article
The adults-only pop-up runs Thursday through Saturday from September 17 to October 31, with USD 85 advance tickets including two themed cocktails. KEY TAKEAWAYS Epilogue: The Hidden Chapter runs from September 17 through October 31, 2026, on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights, with seatings beginning at 6:00 p.m. Advance tickets cost USD 85 per person… Read the full news article
The 2026 industry report says 193 member ships can connect to shoreside electricity, while only 40 cruise ports currently have at least one compatible berth. KEY TAKEAWAYS CLIA says 193 member cruise ships, representing 65% of reporting ships, can connect to onshore power, up from 55 ships in 2018. Only 40 cruise ports worldwide currently… Read the full news article
Casa Verbena Madrid is set to open in November 2026 on Calle Preciados, bringing Hilton’s young independent-hotel collection into Europe for the first time. KEY TAKEAWAYS Casa Verbena Madrid will be the first Outset Collection by Hilton property in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Hilton’s current hotel page lists the 45-room property for a… Read the full news article
The Regional One-leased aircraft will expand BermudAir into dedicated freighter operations for express, e-commerce and time-sensitive cargo, subject to regulatory approval. KEY TAKEAWAYS BermudAir plans to operate one Embraer E190F leased from Regional One, making it the second E-Freighter operator worldwide and the first planned deployment in the Americas. The dedicated freighter will complement BermudAir’s… Read the full news article
The Renaissance-era Florence property appears on the academy-voted list for a fourth consecutive year after placing No.9 in 2025. KEY TAKEAWAYS Four Seasons Hotel Firenze was ranked No.12 in The 50 Best Hotels 2026, marking its fourth consecutive appearance on the list. The hotel placed No.9 in the 2025 edition, remaining within the ranking for… Read the full news article
