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Condor offers rescue fares for stranded PLAY Airlines passengers

Radisson Hotel Group expands Career Fest 2025 globally

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Boeing prepares new single-aisle aircraft to replace 737 Max

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WTTC forecasts 91 million new Travel and Tourism jobs by 2035

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Singapore’s Naumi Hotels debuts in the Middle East with Dubai property

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Spain forecasts 12 million seats on international flights in October

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Asia-Pacific highlights smart and sustainable growth at UN Tourism-PATA Forum

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Nature, adventure and rare routes: Hapag-Lloyd Cruises launches sold-out Great Lakes season

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Lufthansa Group to cut 4,000 administrative jobs by 2030 as part of digital transformation

Global Travel and Tourism surges as WTTC Global Summit opens in Rome

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German air traffic remains 9 percent below pre-Covid levels

Thailand highlights soft power at Tourism Expo Japan 2025 in Nagoya

Turkish Airlines orders up to 225 Boeing aircraft

Lufthansa unveils special livery for 100th anniversary

Star Princess delivered to Princess Cruises at Fincantieri shipyard

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Princess Ubolratana confers Thailand Tourism Awards on 151 winners

Four Seasons Hotel Tianjin blends nature, design and luxury

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Delta adds nonstop service from New York to Porto

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Travelport integrates automated commission tool to boost agent revenue

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Miles & More introduces miles and Points for CO₂-offsetting packages

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Spain forecasts 12 million seats on international flights in October

Turespaña report shows 5.2% increase compared to last year, with strong growth from the UK, Italy, and Ibero-American markets

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Thailand highlights soft power at Tourism Expo Japan 2025 in Nagoya

TAT showcases culture, wellness and new travel segments to inspire Japanese visitors
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Thailand launches ‘Nihao Month’ to celebrate 50 years of Thai–Chinese friendship

Five flagship initiatives unveiled to inspire Chinese travel during Mid-Autumn and Golden Week festivals
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Spain Welcomed 11.7 Million International Air Passengers in August

Passenger numbers grew by 5.4% year-on-year, with 75.4 million international arrivals recorded between January and August
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Thailand previews ‘Nihao Month’ in Guangzhou ahead of Bangkok launch

Campaign links Mid-Autumn Festival and Golden Week to celebrate Thai–Chinese friendship and inspire quality travel
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Discover Taiwan: A Journey of Flavour, Heritage and Tranquillity

Taiwan Tourism Administration invites travellers to explore the island through food, Indigenous culture and the art of slow travel

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TUI Care Foundation Launches Green Financing Initiative in Laos

TUI Futureshapers Laos to support 200 MSMEs and 100 young entrepreneurs in building a sustainable tourism economy
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Central Holidays launches exclusive 2027 Solar Eclipse travel program in Egypt

Journey combines celestial spectacle with Egypt’s ancient wonders
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TUI Study: How German Singles Will Travel in Summer 2025

Most plan to stay in Europe, solo trips are gaining popularity – friends remain the preferred travel companions.
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Swiss Competition Commission approves Dertour’s acquisition of Hotelplan

The Swiss Competition Commission (WEKO) has approved the acquisition of former Migros subsidiary Hotelplan by German tour operator Dertour.
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TUI Transfers £1 Million Apprenticeship Levy to Boost UK Skills Development

TUI UK&I has committed £1 million of its unspent Apprenticeship Levy to support organisations across the UK in tackling critical skills shortages.

TUI on track to deliver raised FY25 underlying EBIT growth

Positive summer momentum and strong start to winter underpin

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Travelport integrates automated commission tool to boost agent revenue

Through a new partnership with Farenexus, Travelport+ now offers real-time commission visibility, helping agencies increase profitability, reduce errors, and make smarter bookings

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Vietnam’s top travel agencies grow with Amadeus technology

Amadeus strengthens its presence in Vietnam by supporting leading travel consolidators and startups with advanced digital solutions
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Information Overload: Sabre Finds Content Fragmentation Is A Big Problem

Travel agencies around the world are struggling with rising operational costs and inconsistent customer experiences due to a growing fragmentation of content systems.
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Peakwork and Cyberlogic Unite to Empower Tour Operators via the nexTOs Platform

Peakwork, software specialist for the global leisure travel industry and creator of the innovative nexTOs platform, has announced a strategic partnership with Cyberlogic, a leading provider of travel technology for tour operators and DMCs.
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TÜRSAB Joins the WTTC

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has announced the inclusion of the Association of Turkish Travel Agencies (TÜRSAB) as its newest Association Partner, strengthening global collaboration in the travel and tourism sector.
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ASTA Calls on US Department of Transportation to Reform Airline Refund and Disclosure Rules

The American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA), representing over 190,000 travel professionals across the United States, has formally submitted comments to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regarding regulatory reform.

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AFC Champions League Elite Trophy tours NEOM ahead of historic Finals in Jeddah

With the countdown on for the AFC Champions League Elite Final, which takes place in Jeddah on Saturday May 3, NEOM welcomed the official tournament trophy for a special journey across its communities and initiatives.
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Liverpool FC welcomes Visit Maldives to its global partnership portfolio

Liverpool FC has agreed a multi-year global partnership with Visit Maldives, making it the club’s official tourist destination partner.
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Madrid Sets the Stage for the 3rd World Sports Tourism Congress

The 3rd World Sports Tourism Congress (WSTC) will take place on 28-29 November at the iconic Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid, Spain.
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'UCI Nirvana Gran Fondo World Series' cycling event to begin Friday

3-day event to feature 880 cyclists from 35 different countries in southwestern resort city of Antalya.
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30,000 Marathon Enthusiasts Ignite the Beauty of Dalian with Their Run

At 7:30 on October 20th, the 34th Dalian Marathon kicked off, with 30,000 marathon enthusiasts successively dashing past the starting line. They crossed the city, running passionately in the cool weather, while being cheered on by enthusiastic citize

International journalists praise Tour of Türkiye as one of world’s top cycling events

The 8-day race, which began in Antalya concludes Sunday with

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Condor offers rescue fares for stranded PLAY Airlines passengers

Special €300 one-way fare available on transatlantic routes until 30 November 2025

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Boeing prepares new single-aisle aircraft to replace 737 Max

US manufacturer explores successor design amid safety legacy and Airbus competition
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Lufthansa Group to cut 4,000 administrative jobs by 2030 as part of digital transformation

Job reductions tied to efficiency drive, automation, and structural streamlining; Group sets new financial targets for 2028–2030
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German air traffic remains 9 percent below pre-Covid levels

Ryanair highlights Dresden, Berlin and Leipzig as biggest losers due to excessive access costs and airport charges
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Turkish Airlines orders up to 225 Boeing aircraft

The national flag carrier has placed a major order for widebody and narrowbody jets, aiming to modernize its fleet and expand capacity through 2035
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Lufthansa unveils special livery for 100th anniversary

A Boeing 787-9 will debut a centennial design in December 2025, marking the start of Lufthansa’s anniversary year 2026

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Singapore’s Naumi Hotels debuts in the Middle East with Dubai property

Boutique group acquires 237-room hotel in Barsha Heights as first step in regional expansion
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Four Seasons Hotel Tianjin blends nature, design and luxury

Autumn in Tianjin brings golden light and nostalgic charm
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Radisson Individuals brand celebrates 100th property milestone

Expanded portfolio now spans premier, boutique, and retreat segments for greater choice and visibility
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Hilton to surpass 250 luxury and lifestyle hotels in Asia Pacific

With more than 160 hotels already open, the group expects 50% growth in the region in the coming years
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IHG to introduce Hotel Indigo in New Cairo by 2031

Partnership with Jadeer Group brings Egypt its first Hotel Indigo, adding 120 keys to the capital’s dynamic district

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Radisson Hotel Group expands Career Fest 2025 globally

Month-long hybrid event to inspire, upskill, and attract the

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Nature, adventure and rare routes: Hapag-Lloyd Cruises launches sold-out Great Lakes season

High demand prompts five-cruise expansion in 2027 as HANSEATIC inspiration navigates rare inland waterways

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Star Princess delivered to Princess Cruises at Fincantieri shipyard

The second Sphere-Class newbuild will debut in the Mediterranean before heading to the Caribbean and Alaska
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Hapag-Lloyd Cruises launches new campaign and unveils fully bilingual five-star fleet

Emotional brand staging meets global luxury as entire fleet goes bilingual from 2026
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Marella Cruises Unveils Summer 2027 Itineraries

New ports of call in Albania and Italy highlight expanded programme, with all-inclusive sailings on sale from 16 October 2025
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Seabourn Encore to Make Maiden Alaska Debut in 2026

Ultra-luxury cruise line announces new Alaska and British Columbia voyages with exclusive glacier experiences and cultural immersion
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The World, Residences at Sea unveils 2026 Journey

Ambitious year-long voyage spans six continents with expeditions to Antarctica, the South Pacific, and French Polynesia