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Jumeirah has been recognised for the fifth year in a row in the prestigious Gault&Millau UAE 2026 guide, with eleven of its signature restaurants featured for their consistent culinary excellence.

World-renowned hospitality brand and one of Accor’s leading luxury brands, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts invites travelers to welcome the new year with a curated lineup of experiences around the globe. From snow-capped mountain retreats and vibrant city landmarks to sun-kissed coastal havens, Fairmont is the place to be this winter into spring, with each destination coming alive with seasonal rituals, celebratory gatherings and restorative moments.

Peruvian heritage eco-lodge El Albergue Ollantaytambo has been recognised with the title of ‘World’s Leading Small Sustainable Destination 2025’ by voters at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards.

Get ready to pair world-famous port wine cellars with “Euro Summer” adventures thanks to new service from American Airlines to Porto, Portugal (OPO) in summer 2027. Operated with the airline’s new Airbus A321XLR aircraft, customers will have the opportunity to elevate their travel with the Flagship Suite® experience on this route.

Wizz Air, one of Europe’s leading low-cost airlines, has closed calendar year 2025 with growth, an expanded and refocused network, and continued improvements in operational performance. The airline added new aircraft, opened hundreds of new routes, and carried record passenger volumes, while also strengthening punctuality and reliability across its network.

The Luxury Chalet Company released an industry announcement addressing the expanding presence of artificial intelligence within travel planning and outlining an operational position specific to the luxury ski segment. The statement reflects broader sector movement toward automated tools while documenting structural characteristics associated with mountain-based holidays.

AROYA Cruises, the first Arabian cruise line introduced by Cruise Saudi, a 100% PIF-owned company – has unveiled its much-anticipated inaugural Arabian Gulf season, commencing in February 2026. The new season introduces a range of voyages from two-, three- and four-night itineraries, all the way through to five-, six- and seven-night journeys that offer international guests a unique opportunity to explore some of the Arabian Gulf’s most vibrant destinations by sea from a range of ports throughout the region.

As Radisson Hotel Group’s internal commercial platform, The Club Hotel Services (“The Club”) brings together Revenue, Sales, Meetings & Events, Web, and Voice Management into a single, global operating model. Designed to serve hotel owners and operators at scale, it combines specialist commercial talent with proprietary technology to improve speed, accuracy, and performance across every revenue stream.

As luxury travellers around the world increasingly seek exceptional experiences, they are discovering that the most memorable journeys are not about where you go, but who you meet along the way. This September, The Peninsula Hotels is once again bringing its renowned hospitality beyond its doors and guiding an intimate group of motoring enthusiasts through the Scottish Highlands for six days of winding mountain passes, historic estates, and the kind of shared moments that turn fellow travellers into lasting connections with its newest iteration of The Peninsula Motoring Series, Scotland.

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of Kimpton Al Rowda Doha, a 283-key luxury lifestyle hotel situated in the heart of the capital. Slated to open mid-2026, the hotel will bring Kimpton’s signature blend of playful design, culinary innovation, and genuine service to Doha, creating a vibrant hub for authentic human connection.