travel trends

OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa strengthens its MICE market position with the appointment of Cynthia Kimm as Group Sales Manager to drive mainland US corporate growth.

OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa strengthens its corporate outreach by appointing Nicole Tracy as Group Sales Manager to expand MICE segment growth from the U.S. mainland.

The Grove Resort & Water Park Orlando names hospitality veteran Mike Chouri as Managing Director to drive operational efficiency and guest satisfaction in the competitive Central Florida tourism market.

Global Travel Collection has launched The Exchange, a succession platform helping luxury travel advisors manage agency transitions in the US, UK, and Australia.

Las Vegas is transforming its tourism model by expanding air routes, sports tourism, and premium entertainment like the Sphere to counter rising costs.

Hainan has launched a ten-measure cruise policy package to build new ports, expand routes, and establish the island as a key Asian maritime hub.

Celebrity Cruises has announced its 2028–2029 global program deploying four Edge Series ships across Europe, Alaska, Japan, and Antarctica.

Hampton by Hilton has launched a limited-edition guest-created Peach Cobbler Waffle across nearly 2,500 participating hotels in the US and Canada.

Thassos Island is emerging as an affordable Greek island destination, offering lush pine forests, 100 kilometers of coastline, and historic ruins.

American outbound tourism to Europe is accelerating, with Italy, Greece, and the United Kingdom capturing the highest share of US travelers.

The UK Department for Transport is expanding its GPS-based Digital Pay As You Go rail ticketing trial to select Northern Trains services in 2026.

China inbound tourism grew strongly, recording 30.08 million visa-free visits in 2025 and exceptional aviation expansions through 2026.