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Radisson Collection Hotel Basilica Budapest debuts beside St Stephen’s Basilica blending neoclassical heritage with modern luxury

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(IN SHORT) Radisson Collection Hotel, Basilica Budapest has opened in the heart of the city, marking the brand’s debut in Hungary. Located just 50 meters from St. Stephen’s Basilica, the 71 individually designed rooms and suites—many with direct basilica views—combine restored neoclassical architecture with contemporary interiors, custom furnishings, curated art and modern amenities. The property… Read the full news article

Rocco Forte Hotels unveils in‑suite Musical Room Service marrying private concerts with signature dining across its European landmarks

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(IN SHORT) Rocco Forte Hotels has introduced the Musical Room Service, an in-suite dining and live performance experience available in Signature Suites across its city hotels. The program teams each property with local cultural institutions—opera houses, theatres, universities and renowned musicians—to deliver bespoke concerts ranging from operatic arias and Scottish bagpipes to jazz trios and… Read the full news article

Grant powers Galeton’s lone fuel pump and keeps ATV tourism rolling as Pennsylvania readies $65 million for America’s 250th celebration

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(IN SHORT) Pennsylvania’s DCED is awarding a $162,461 Marketing to Attract Tourists grant to the White Pine Country Store, Café & Lodge in Galeton to replace gas pump storage tanks and reopen the area’s only fuel pump—vital for ATV riders on the 600-mile Northcentral Regional ATV Trail. Governor Josh Shapiro emphasized the grant’s role in… Read the full news article

Emirates launches Aircrafted 2025 limited edition upcycled luggage collection with 167 pieces made from A380 and 777 materials to benefit children in need

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(IN SHORT) Emirates has released the Aircrafted by Emirates 2025 Collection, a second limited run of 167 handmade luggage and bag pieces created from upcycled materials taken from retrofitted A380 and 777 aircraft. Available now at the Emirates Official Store, the items—priced USD 80–350—are expected to sell out quickly. The lineup includes three new trolley… Read the full news article

Emirates adds third daily Dubai–Mauritius flight on Boeing 777-300ER, lifting capacity 30% and expanding Air Mauritius codeshare

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(IN SHORT) Emirates will launch a third daily Dubai–Mauritius flight on 1 December 2025, using a three-class Boeing 777-300ER (EK709/710), raising capacity on the route by more than 30%. The new service complements two existing daily A380 flights (EK701/702 and EK703/704) and is part of a codeshare with Air Mauritius to ensure seamless connectivity from… Read the full news article

Emirates Group launches global hiring campaign to add 17,300 people across 350 roles with 2,100 recruitment events in 150 cities

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(IN SHORT) The Emirates Group has begun a global recruitment push to hire 17,300 people across 350 roles in FY 2025, reinforcing rapid growth at Emirates and dnata. Roles span cabin crew, pilots, engineers, commercial and sales teams, customer service, ground handling, catering, IT, HR and finance, with dnata alone adding over 4,000 cargo, catering… Read the full news article

Strategic MoU sets dnata and IAG on a path to innovation, consistency and long-term value with LAX win and wider rollout ahead

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(IN SHORT) dnata has signed an MoU with International Airlines Group, becoming the inaugural ground handler in IAG’s Preferred Partner Programme. The pact establishes a long-term framework to drive innovation, consistency and value across North American stations, with services due to commence in Q4 2025. David Barker of dnata and Gurm Nijjer of IAG emphasized… Read the full news article

Helsinki Airport breaks into Travel + Leisure’s top ten global airports as Europe’s sole representative

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(IN SHORT) Helsinki Airport has been voted one of the world’s top ten airports in Travel + Leisure’s July 2025 Best Awards—the only European airport to make the list. Earning seventh place out of nearly 180,000 reader votes, the airport was assessed on factors like accessibility, passenger processing, dining, shops and design. This is Helsinki… Read the full news article

Bulgaria’s seaside base grows stronger as Wizz Air holds 20% market share in Varna, flies 13 destinations to six countries and records 99.1% flight completion

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Wizz Air adds four new routes from North Macedonia to Italy, Germany and Denmark

(IN SHORT) Wizz Air is celebrating eight years at its Varna base, Bulgaria’s first summer base, having served more than 4.8 million passengers since 2017. In April 2025, the airline added a second Airbus A321neo in Varna to match growing demand. The carrier now offers 13 routes to six countries, including exclusive services to Milan… Read the full news article

Wizz Air celebrates 8 million passengers in Iași after a decade of growth, 21 winter routes and a dominant share of airport traffic

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Wizz Air adds four new routes from North Macedonia to Italy, Germany and Denmark

(IN SHORT) Wizz Air has surpassed 8 million passengers at Iași International Airport, marking more than ten years of operations since launching flights in December 2014 and opening its base in July 2016. The 8,000,000th traveller, arriving from Milan Bergamo on July 22nd, received a €100 voucher. Today, Wizz Air offers 21 routes to 13… Read the full news article

Minor Hotels Taps Hospitality Veteran Cristian Nannucci to Lead Tivoli La Vie Muscat Pre‑Opening and Launch

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(IN SHORT) Minor Hotels has appointed Cristian Nannucci—an accomplished executive with 30+ years of global hospitality experience—to spearhead the pre‑opening and launch of the Tivoli La Vie Muscat Hotel in Q1 2026. Located in Muscat’s new LA VIE district, the 79‑room hotel and 100 branded residences will feature an Anantara Spa, SEEN Rooftop Bar & Restaurant, diverse dining… Read the full news article

Travelport+ Accelerates Air Searches by 23%, Delivers Sub‑One‑Second Results Amid 200% Volume Surge

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(IN SHORT) Travelport has accelerated its Travelport+ platform’s air search speed to 0.84 seconds—23% faster—despite a 200% increase in search volume since 2023. Enhanced booking capabilities and integrations like Content Optimizer and Productivity Automator provide travel agents with streamlined workflows and greater upsell potential. Independent research by Dynata and user feedback on G2.com rank Travelport+… Read the full news article

Globespan and Amadeus Cytric Team Up to Deliver Air Canada NDC Bookings via OBT Across North America

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(IN SHORT) Globespan Travel Management is now reselling Amadeus Cytric’s corporate booking solution throughout North America, granting full use of Cytric Easy—including Microsoft Teams integration. As part of this launch, Globespan became the first TMC in Canada to execute a live NDC booking for Air Canada via an OBT powered by Amadeus, enhancing access to… Read the full news article

ARI Appoints Global ESG Champions to Drive “Journey with Purpose” Strategy Across People, Planet, Product, and Passenger

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(IN SHORT) ARI has named ten ESG Champions—leaders from each of its global units—to implement the company’s “Journey with Purpose” strategy across four pillars: People, Planet, Product, and Passenger. Headed by Tracy Ross, this team will balance global directives with local action, driving inclusion, environmental stewardship, ethical sourcing, and passenger empowerment to meet ARI’s ESG… Read the full news article

American Airlines and Mastercard Deepen Four‑Decade Partnership to Elevate AAdvantage® Experiences

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(IN SHORT) American Airlines and Mastercard have extended their nearly 40‑year partnership, naming Mastercard the exclusive network for all AAdvantage® co‑branded credit cards. The renewed agreement harnesses Mastercard’s payment technologies and analytics to tailor offers, enhance reward redemption, and secure transactions throughout the travel process. AAdvantage® members will also access more Mastercard Priceless Experiences—VIP events,… Read the full news article

Brussels Airport Showcases Belgian Heritage Year‑Round with Record Chocolate Sales, Comic Souvenirs, and Cultural Installations

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(IN SHORT) Brussels Airport, handling up to 90,000 travelers each summer day, celebrates Belgian identity year‑round through its retail and hospitality offerings. Chocolate leads sales—1.5 kg per minute, 850 tonnes annually—with Neuhaus customizable boxes, Leonidas hazelnut tablets, and salted‑caramel bars topping the list. The new “Chocolate Shack” lets visitors personalize confections. Tintin and Snowy souvenirs dominate non-food… Read the full news article

Seatrade Cruise, CLIA, and FCCA Ink Decade‑Long Partnership to Drive Innovation and Sustainability Across Global Cruise Industry

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(IN SHORT) Seatrade Cruise, CLIA, and FCCA have signed a new 10‑year pact to deepen their joint efforts in driving innovation, sustainability, and growth within the cruise industry. They will continue to co‑produce leading events such as Seatrade Cruise Global and launch additional programs aimed at fostering collaboration among cruise lines, ports, suppliers, and other… Read the full news article

IHG and Hainan Airlines Launch “Where Dreams Bloom, Journey to the Oasis” with Garden‑Oasis Lounge and Dual Gourmet Menus

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(IN SHORT) To honor its 50th anniversary in Greater China, IHG Hotels & Resorts has deepened its partnership with Hainan Airlines through “Where Dreams Bloom, Journey to the Oasis.” Highlights include a tranquil co‑branded “Garden Oasis” lounge at Shanghai Pudong Airport; two new business‑class menus (“Flavours of Suzhou and Hainan” and CHAR Bar & Grill’s “Grilled & Gliding”); a branded “IHG… Read the full news article

Expedia TAAP Introduces Extended Payment Terms Hard Change Flexibility and Bank Transfer Options to Empower Travel Advisors

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(IN SHORT) Expedia TAAP has unveiled significant platform updates shaped by travel advisor feedback. Enhancements include extending deferred payment term limits to 365 days and introducing Hard Change functionality for flexible modifications to booked trips. A new bank transfer option is now available in seven European markets, and the agency service charge feature—allowing up to… Read the full news article

Discover THIS IS NIYAMA: Transformed Villas, Underwater Nikkei, and Surf‑Side Freedom at Niyama Private Islands Maldives

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(IN SHORT) Niyama Private Islands Maldives introduces THIS IS NIYAMA, a comprehensive resort overhaul that enhances luxury, design, and guest choice across its two isles. Villas feature lighter décor, custom furnishings, and high‑tech comforts—beach retreats glow with sunset tones and one‑touch amenities; overwater bungalows blend sky and sea with floor‑to‑ceiling windows and outdoor bathing. Dining experiences expand… Read the full news article

Elewana Collection Revitalizes Elsa’s Kopje and Elephant Pepper Camp with Upgraded Suites and Fire‑Cooked Cuisine

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(IN SHORT) Elewana Collection’s recent renovations at Elsa’s Kopje Meru and Elephant Pepper Camp enhance comfort, design, and culinary innovation while honoring each property’s conservation legacy. At Elsa’s Kopje, guest suites now feature bespoke furnishings, Nero‑finished floors, refreshed pools, a new sundowner deck, outdoor cinema, and expanded spa, alongside menus celebrating Kenyan ingredients. Elephant Pepper… Read the full news article

TUI Unveils Europe’s First Inflight Platform for Entertainment, WhatsApp Messaging, and Real‑Time Excursion Bookings

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(IN SHORT) TUI has launched a groundbreaking inflight digital platform on 59 Boeing short‑ and medium‑haul aircraft—expanding to 74 this year—that combines movies, series, podcasts, and games with real‑time messaging via WhatsApp over the Iridium Certus network. Passengers can also explore and reserve more than 1,500 curated excursions through TUI Musement, with seamless post‑landing payment…. Read the full news article

TUI Care Foundation and Women in Travel CIC Launch London Programme to Train Female Tour Entrepreneurs

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(IN SHORT) The TUI Care Foundation and Women in Travel CIC have launched TUI Futureshapers London to address the gender imbalance in tour guiding. Hosted at the Royal Society of Arts, the programme equips women from diverse backgrounds with storytelling, marketing, and business skills—plus personalized mentoring—to become certified guides and entrepreneurs. This summer’s tours include… Read the full news article

SailGP Returns to Portsmouth with Emirates’ “Fly Better” Fan Activations and Exclusive Behind‑the‑Scenes Access

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(IN SHORT) Emirates returns as a key partner and sponsor for SailGP’s Portsmouth event on 19–20 July, offering exclusive “fly better” experiences including VIP hospitality, interactive prize booths, Polaroid photo keepsakes, and merchandise. Guests in the Adrenaline Lounge can tour the Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team tech base to see F50 catamarans and athletes up… Read the full news article

Emirates Showcases Dubai’s Climate‑Controlled Comfort and Exclusive Passenger Perks This Summer

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(IN SHORT) Emirates highlights Dubai as a premier summer destination, emphasizing its climate‑controlled infrastructure—air‑conditioned streets, cooled pools, and extensive indoor attractions—that ensures visitor comfort regardless of high temperatures. Emirates passengers gain extra perks through My Emirates Pass and can plan complete trips via Dubai Experience. The airline’s inflight offerings include regional cuisine, complimentary drinks, and… Read the full news article

Global Airline Emirates Relaunches Damascus Service Featuring Boeing 777 and Expanded Flight Schedule

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(IN SHORT) Emirates has officially resumed flights to Damascus, reestablishing air service after a 13-year hiatus. Flight EK913’s arrival was marked by a water cannon salute and attended by top UAE officials—led by H.E. Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi—and Emirates executives including Adel Al Redha and Adil Al Ghaith. Syrian authorities, led by Ambassador H.E. Hasan Ahmed Al‑Shehhi,… Read the full news article

Discover The Essex: New Rooftop Bar and Restaurant Elevate Dining at Cambria Hotel Boston Downtown Seaport

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(IN SHORT) The Cambria Hotel Boston Downtown Seaport has opened two new culinary venues: The Essex Restaurant and the Essex Rooftop. The rooftop—Boston’s largest publicly accessible rooftop—offers panoramic views alongside chef-driven small plates and creative cocktails, transitioning effortlessly from daytime lounging to evening gatherings. The adjacent Essex Restaurant serves a seasonally focused menu that combines… Read the full news article

Amadeus and Luxair Extend Partnership with Next‑Gen Passenger Service and Retailing Solutions

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(IN SHORT) Amadeus and Luxair have renewed and expanded their long‑standing PSS and FCA partnership, marking over ten years of collaboration. The updated agreement introduces four advanced Amadeus solutions—Self‑Reaccommodation, Reference Experience, Segment Revenue Management Premium, and Anytime Merchandising—to enhance passenger autonomy, streamline booking interfaces, optimize pricing strategies, and enable personalized ancillary sales. Luxair’s CEO, Gilles Feith,… Read the full news article