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Eswatini visitor arrivals rise 6.6% as Mozambique and Botswana offset softer South African demand

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Elevated view over an Eswatini city with buildings beneath a green mountain ridge.

The kingdom welcomed 96,720 international visitors in September 2026, taking its nine-month total to 868,352 even as average stays shortened. KEY TAKEAWAYS Eswatini welcomed 96,720 international visitors in September 2026, up 6.6% from 90,772 a year earlier. Mozambique grew 26.9% and Botswana 71.1%, offsetting a 3.9% decline from South Africa. Arrivals from January through September… Read the full news article

Brussels Airport adds four winter routes as network reaches 136 destinations

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New links to Nantes, Santiago de Compostela and northern Scandinavia join an expanded winter timetable, while more than 1.7 million passengers are expected over Belgium's autumn school breaks. KEY TAKEAWAYS Brussels Airport's winter schedule begins on 25 October 2026 with 136 direct destinations, including four new routes. New services connect Brussels with Nantes, Santiago de… Read the full news article

Brussels Airport Passengers Rise 3.9% in September as Cargo Volumes Top 70,000 Tonnes

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Aircraft parked and taxiing on the apron at Brussels Airport, with terminal buildings and control tower in the distance

The Belgian gateway served 2.36 million travellers in September 2026, while nine-month passenger and freight volumes both moved higher. KEY TAKEAWAYS Brussels Airport handled 2,361,512 passengers in September 2026, up 3.9% year on year. Total September cargo reached 70,257 tonnes, an increase of 6.8%, with trucked cargo up 37.2%. January–September passenger traffic exceeded 19 million,… Read the full news article

ICAO Joins IATA Carbon-Credit Alliance as Airlines Face CORSIA Supply Shortfall

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Illustration supplied by IATA alongside its announcement on ICAO and the CORSIA emissions-unit alliance

The Brussels announcement brings ICAO into a coalition of more than 80 stakeholders, with authorisations covering 72 million units against estimated first-cycle demand of 200–250 million. KEY TAKEAWAYS ICAO has joined IATA’s Supporting Alliance for CORSIA EEU Supply, which now includes more than 80 stakeholders. As of August 2026, 42 CORSIA-compatible Letters of Authorization covered… Read the full news article

Sofia Tops Europe’s Best City Breaks for 2027, Ahead of Lisbon and Copenhagen

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Autumn trees frame the Ivan Vazov National Theatre and fountains in central Sofia, Bulgaria.

A European Best Destinations newsletter vote involving 11,614 respondents ranks Bulgaria’s capital first among 64 shortlisted cities, with culture and mountain access among its draws. KEY TAKEAWAYS Sofia ranks first for 2027 in the European Best Destinations city-break vote, followed by Lisbon and Copenhagen. The 33-day poll drew 11,614 newsletter respondents, who chose from 64… Read the full news article

Brussels Airport Tops 5.1 Million Summer Passengers as August Cargo Jumps 22%

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Brussels Airport in Belgium

August delivered 2.52 million passengers and 70,764 tonnes of cargo, while new routes to São Paulo, Kilimanjaro, Halifax and Chengdu supported a busy holiday season. KEY TAKEAWAYS Brussels Airport handled 2,521,985 passengers in August 2026, up 1.3% from August 2025. Passenger traffic across July and August reached 5.1 million, supported in part by new intercontinental… Read the full news article

Sheraton Brussels Airport to Stay Open During Major Hotel Overhaul Through 2028

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Sheraton Brussels Airport Hotel at Brussels Airport.

Brussels Airport’s phased renovation will refresh the façade, 294 guestrooms, restaurant and technical systems while adding a glass gallery and new executive rooms. KEY TAKEAWAYS Sheraton Brussels Airport Hotel will remain open throughout a phased renovation expected to be completed by the end of 2028. Major structural works are scheduled to begin in mid-2027 after… Read the full news article

Brussels Airport reconnects to high-speed rail as Brussels Airlines and Deutsche Bahn launch one-ticket journeys

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Deutsche Bahn ICE high-speed train at Brussels Airport during the launch of the Cologne–Antwerp service

Two daily ICE round trips now link Cologne, Brussels Airport and Antwerp, with protected rail-to-air connections and Miles & More earning for Brussels Airlines passengers. KEY TAKEAWAYS Brussels Airport regained a direct international high-speed rail connection on September 7, 2026, when the first new ICE service from Cologne arrived at 8:29 a.m. Brussels Airlines and… Read the full news article

Hotel Amigo unveils Grand-Place Suites and redesigns landmark Blaton Suite in Brussels

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Redesigned suite interior at Hotel Amigo in Brussels

The Rocco Forte hotel has added a new 110-square-metre suite category overlooking the Grand-Place and refreshed its 180-square-metre top-floor Blaton Suite with Belgian craft, stained glass and a private steam room. KEY TAKEAWAYS Hotel Amigo has introduced a new Grand-Place Suite category created by transforming and expanding two existing suites, each now measuring 110 square… Read the full news article

Thuringia brings 60 European tour buyers to Erfurt for GNTB Travel Summit

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Domplatz in Erfurt, Thuringia, with historic church architecture and visitors crossing the square

The 20–23 September trade event will match 40 local tourism suppliers with buyers from 14 markets, using workshops and excursions to turn cultural and nature assets into bookable product KEY TAKEAWAYS The GNTB and Thüringer Tourismus GmbH will host the Thuringia Travel Summit in Erfurt from 20 to 23 September 2026. Around 60 tour-operator buyers… Read the full news article

Cathay Cargo flies CAVALLUNA’s equine cast to Hong Kong for first show outside Europe

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CAVALLUNA horses being transported by Cathay Cargo for the production’s Hong Kong debut

More than 50 horses from eight breeds travelled 12 hours from Liège aboard a Boeing 747 freighter ahead of the production’s Asian debut at Kai Tak Arena KEY TAKEAWAYS More than 50 CAVALLUNA horses from eight breeds arrived at Hong Kong International Airport on 3 September after a 12-hour charter flight from Liège. Cathay Cargo… Read the full news article

IATA Takes Aviation’s Net-Zero Policy Debate to Brussels for 2026 Sustainability Symposium

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Grand Place in Brussels with the Town Hall tower and historic guildhall buildings under a blue sky

The 13–14 October gathering will put sustainable aviation fuel, finance, market design and emerging technologies before airline leaders and policymakers, with Wings of Change Europe following on 15 October KEY TAKEAWAYS IATA’s fourth World Sustainability Symposium will take place in Brussels on 13–14 October 2026 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Brussels City. The agenda will… Read the full news article

Stargate Programme Supports Autonomous Cargo Vehicle Trial at Brussels Airport

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(IN SHORT) Brussels Airport is trialling an autonomous electric tow tractor for cargo trailer transport within its cargo zone, marking the first real-life test of autonomous cargo transport at a Belgian airport. The pilot is part of the European Stargate programme and is being carried out with WFS Cargo and Charlatte Autonom, a partnership between… Read the full news article

Kemi-Tornio and Kittilä Airports to Receive New Brussels Connections

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(IN SHORT) Brussels Airlines will launch two new direct scheduled routes from Brussels to Kemi-Tornio Airport and Kittilä Airport in Finnish Lapland during the 2026–2027 winter season, strengthening air links between Central Europe and Northern Finland. The Brussels-Kemi-Tornio route will operate one to two times per week from 25 December 2026 to 10 March 2027,… Read the full news article

WFS to Provide 24/7 Freight Consolidation and Pharmaceutical Handling Services for GEODIS in Brussels

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(IN SHORT) Worldwide Flight Services has secured a five-year contract from GEODIS to provide E-commerce and Freight Forwarder Handling services at Brussels Airport. The agreement expands an existing partnership between the companies, which began with import and export cargo handling at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport in 2021. GEODIS has transferred its Brussels freight consolidation… Read the full news article

Viking Expands European River Voyage Experiences with New Zeppelin Flights, Shore Excursions and Land Extensions

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(IN SHORT) Viking has introduced a wide range of new European river voyage experiences for 2026 and beyond, including Zeppelin airship excursions over Germany, new culinary and cultural shore excursions, small group experiences and expanded land extensions. The new Zeppelin flights will be available on select Rhine River itineraries, giving guests aerial views of Cologne,… Read the full news article

New departures-level drop-off zone at Brussels Airport to open in 2026 with smoother access and expanded capacity

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(NEWS) BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2025-Sep-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Brussels Airport has begun preparatory work on a new drop-off zone that will be located behind the Sheraton hotel, directly at the departures hall level. Expected to open by October 2026, the redesigned area will provide smoother and more direct access to the terminal, a larger capacity… Read the full news article

DSV Opens 12,600 m² Energy-Neutral Warehouse at Brussels Airport for Healthcare Logistics

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(IN SHORT) DSV has launched a 12,600 m² energy-neutral warehouse at Brucargo Central in Brussels Airport, half of which is dedicated to temperature-controlled healthcare logistics. The new facility enhances DSV’s sustainable infrastructure and supports its strategic growth in Belgium, particularly in pharmaceuticals and life sciences. Key stakeholders—the company’s Natalie Segers, Brussels Airport CEO Arnaud Feist… Read the full news article

PMV Takes 39% Economic Stake in Brussels Airport in Landmark Deal with Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan

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(IN SHORT) PMV has reached an agreement to acquire Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan’s 39% indirect economic stake in Brussels Airport Company, affirming the airport’s attractiveness to long-term public investors. The deal leaves direct shareholdings and strategic operations intact. OTPP concludes a successful 14-year partnership, having supported sustainable growth, crisis management and recovery efforts. PMV’s investment… Read the full news article

Wizz Air Strengthens Its Ties to Milan: Title Sponsorship of Record-Breaking Milano Marathon Boosts Accessibility and International Appeal

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

(IN SHORT) Wizz Air has reaffirmed its commitment as the Title Sponsor for the Milano Marathon for the second year in a row, celebrating the record-breaking 23rd edition of the race. With over 10,000 runners—including 5,500 international participants—the event showcased a dramatic increase in entries and cemented its reputation as one of Europe’s premier marathons…. Read the full news article

TAP Launches Early Black Friday Deals on Flights to Various Destinations

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(IN SHORT) TAP, the Portuguese national airline, is kicking off Black Friday promotions earlier this year, offering round-trip flights starting at 49 euros to its destinations in Portugal, Europe, Brazil, the United States, Canada, Mexico, Venezuela, and Africa. Business class travelers can also enjoy discounts, with prices starting at 319 euros. These promotional tickets are… Read the full news article

IATA Calls for Urgent Action as 12 European States are not Ready for EU’s New Cargo System Launch, Exacerbating Supply Chain Issues

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Geneva, Switzerland, 2023-Mar-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called for urgent action to address the disjointed roll out of the EU’s new Pre-Loading Advance Cargo Information (PLACI) System. PLACI went live on 1 March 2023 despite 12 European States not being ready and not having given definitive information about… Read the full news article

Discover Fresh and Exciting Tourism Products Across England, Wales, and Scotland with VisitBritain’s Educational Visits

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London, UK, 2023-Jan-19 — /Travel PR News/ — VisitBritain is set to welcome more than 120 international travel trade buyers for a series of educational visits across Britain. The educational trade visits, underway from 28 January, are a mix of three-to-five-day itineraries to destinations across England, Wales and Scotland, showcasing the latest tourism products to… Read the full news article

IHG Hotels & Resorts announces signing of voco Brussels City North

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IHG signs voco Brussels City North DENHAM, UK, 2022-Oct-05 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, is delighted to announce the signing of voco Brussels City North, marking entry into a new market. The first of its kind in Belgium, voco Brussels City North will focus on… Read the full news article

dnata and Qatar Airways Cargo extend partnership in Belgium

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Brussels, Belgium, 2022-Apr-30 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, and Qatar Airways Cargo, the world’s leading air cargo carrier, have extended their partnership in Belgium. The multi-year extension of the contract will see dnata continue to deliver a range of cargo handling and road feeder services for… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways invites football fans to secure all-inclusive travel packages for The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

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With a successful Final Draw complete and groups set, fans are invited to secure their all-inclusive travel packages from Qatar Airways, the Official Airline Partner of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ As Qatar Airways optimises its network to ensure fans can attend the FIFA World Cup™, the airline offers 5,000 bonus Avios to all… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways hosts Inaugural Influencer Cup in Doha

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Inaugural tournament was hosted at Stadium 974 from 28 to 29 March A nostalgic reunion of Qatar Legacy Ambassadors and FIFA Legends featured the likes of Cafu, Tim Cahill, and Marcel Desailly DOHA, Qatar, 2022-Apr-01 — /Travel PR News/ — With excitement building ahead of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, renowned international social media… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways announces ‘Fly and Win’ promotion winners

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‘Fly and Win’ promotion by the award-winning airline changes the life of a UK-based Filipino nurse forever DOHA, Qatar, 2022-Mar-29 — /Travel PR News/ — A nurse from the United Kingdom has won first prize in Qatar Airways’ ‘Fly and Win’ campaign; becoming a US dollar millionaire overnight. Two other lucky prize winners, from Kenya… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways All Set to Participate in FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ Final Draw Event

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The draw will take place in Doha to decide the final groups for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ Football fans from around the world can look forward to cheering on their team of choice with the airline’s unique FIFA World Cup™ travel packages, inclusive of match tickets, flights and accommodation DOHA, Qatar, 2022-Mar-24 —… Read the full news article