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The Middle East has recently seen a plethora of major appointments from top hotel brands which comes from a large number of changeovers in the region’s hospitality sector. This area also has new leadership changes from Anantara World Islands Resort, InterContinental Abu Dhabi, The Ned Doha, Bab Al Qasr Hotel, Al Zorah Beach Resort, and other strategic hotels in the region. With this new batch of hires, it expected to change the luxury travel landscape in the region through their valuable insights, adept skills, and abundant innovations geared toward making these brand’s guests happy and taking their brand to the next level.

American Airlines, United, and Delta are set to dominate the US skies in 2025 with a bold fleet overhaul that promises to leave their rivals in the dust. These major airlines are making significant investments to modernize their fleets, bringing in new, fuel-efficient aircraft while upgrading older models. This ambitious move will not only improve their operational efficiency but also reduce environmental impact.

Almaty, Kazakhstan, is gearing up to welcome a marquee event in the luxury travel calendar Luxury Travel Mart Almaty (Autumn) 2025. Taking place in September 2025, this acclaimed B2B trade exhibition offers luxury travel firms a highly regarded stage to unveil their exclusive experiences while forging vital relationships with prospective customers and collaborators from the wider CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States) market. Anyone in the high-end travel sector will find this gathering essential for market insights and networking.

Uncertainty now clings to plans for a proposed tourist park close to Coochin Creek, tricky ground for those who hoped for a Sunshine Coast success, as Planning Minister Jarrod Bleijie weighs the next move. The one hundred fifty site park, a forty three hectare footprint in a breathtaking stretch of the coast, now faces relentless pushback. Local groups, armed with science and sentiment, signal alarm over the environmental toll and the strain a gathering of sites might place on delicate, breath-taking ecosystems. The State Assessment and Referral Agency, SARA for those who follow the dossiers closely, has weighed the case, advising the minister that the plans do not tip the scales of overriding public interest. SARA steps back, now urging the clearest of refusals.

Royalton Hotels and Resorts will take over the management of two popular properties starting December 7, 2025, Royalton Riviera Cancun, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort & Casino, and Royalton Hideaway Riviera Cancun, An Autograph Collection Resort-Adults Only. Both of the resorts are undergoing a complete makeover, and will officially welcome guests back on that tile. When visitors arrive, they will discover newly refreshed spaces and upgraded service that cater to both families of all ages and to seasoned adult travellers looking for a sophisticated getaway.

Techo International Airport (KTI), Cambodia’s state-of-the-art aviation hub, is set to experience a significant boost in international connectivity as Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways prepare to launch direct flights to Cambodia. Starting from October 3, 2025, both airlines will establish new routes to Phnom Penh, marking a pivotal moment for the airport’s development.

Tern, a top travel tech company, just made a splash by throwing the first user conference on a cruise. The Tern Crew Voyage sailed on the stunning Virgin Voyages Brilliant Lady and welcomed over one hundred eighty travel advisers, agency owners, and industry pros for a five-day, all-inclusive learning journey. This first-of-its-kind conference set a new standard in travel tech by zeroing in on live user input, fresh product ideas, and career growth designed just for travel advisers.

The Hospitality B2B Portfolio 2025 is set to take place at EXCEL London from September 30 to October 1, 2025. This premier event brings together professionals from across the hospitality sector to explore the latest innovations, technologies, and trends shaping the industry. With over 500 exhibitors and more than 200 seminars, the event serves as a dynamic platform for networking, learning, and business development.

Aer Lingus has recently announced the cancellation of several flights on key European routes, affecting travel between Dublin, London, and Frankfurt. The impacted flights include EIN166, scheduled to depart from Dublin to London Heathrow, and EIN167, operating in the reverse direction. Additionally, flights EIN656 and EIN657, connecting Dublin to Frankfurt, have also been cancelled. These cancellations are expected to cause significant disruption to travelers. Passengers affected by these changes are urged to check the Aer Lingus website for rebooking options and further updates. The airline is offering flexible solutions to mitigate the inconvenience caused, but travelers should act quickly to make alternative arrangements.

The busiest airport in Spain, Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, is facing a lot of delays because of workers’s ongoing a strike for an unlimited amount of time. Spain travellers arriving at and departing from the country are still being faced with both delays and unavailability of flights. They are also being faced with both longer than average and delayed security checks. As per the multiple media reports, passengers are instructed to come to the airport earlier than normal in order to catch their flights, to avoid being late.

TikTok, Meta and YouTube restrict Charlie Kirk shooting videos with age gates and warnings while X faces criticism for allowing continued circulation.

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