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Thai Airways flight attendant charged in Australia heroin case

Thai Airways flight attendant charged in Australia heroin case

A Thai Airways flight attendant has been charged after Australian authorities allegedly discovered more than 1kg of heroin concealed in her luggage following her arrival at Melbourne Airport.The 26-year-old Thai national was working onboard a Thai Airways international service when she landed in Melbourne on June 25, 2026. During routine...

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Ukraine drones' offensive disturbs severely air transport in Russia

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Ukraine drones' offensive disturbs severely air transport in Russia

China to open the world's first hotel exclusively staffed...with robots

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China to open the world's first hotel exclusively staffed...with robots

Madrid capitalizes on screen tourism by funding famous US filmmaker next movie

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Madrid capitalizes on screen tourism by funding famous US filmmaker next movie

Airbnb reactivates anti-party system for U.S. Independance Day on July 4

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Airbnb reactivates anti-party system for U.S. Independance Day on July 4

Etihad Rail Set to Launch Passenger Services Across the UAE

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Etihad Rail Set to Launch Passenger Services Across the UAE
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Caracas quakes killed 32, injured 700, paralyzes transport and airport

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easyJet rejects US acquisition bid

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Seychelles has again a Tourism Board and a CEO

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Airbus A380 wing checks following cracks could affect some of Emirates flights

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Asiana to exit Star Alliance next December

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Malaysia Airlines and Singapore Airlines launch new joint fare products

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RAILWAY NEWS

Etihad Rail Set to Launch Passenger Services Across the UAE

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Etihad Rail Set to Launch Passenger Services Across the UAE

The UAE is poised to enter a new era of transportation as Etihad Rail prepares to launch its long-awaited passenger rail services, creating the country’s first nationwide passenger train network.Passenger operations will officially begin on June 30, 2026, with the inaugural route connecting Abu Dhabi and Fujairah. Both Emirates are...

Ireland commits €228 million to boost cross-border rail links

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Ireland commits €228 million to boost cross-border rail links

Fatal UK train collision leaves one dead, 89 injured

20 Jun

Fatal UK train collision leaves one dead, 89 injured

New-generation night trains now linking Vienna to Switzerland

16 Jun

New-generation night trains now linking Vienna to Switzerland
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Singapore Airlines Celebrates 40 Years of Flying from Manchester Airport

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Alabama Celebrates the Year of Trails

Alabama Celebrates the Year of Trails

11 Mar
Singapore Airlines flies from Manchester: South East Asia, Australia and New Zealand have never been closer.

Singapore Airlines flies from Manchester: South East Asia, Australia and New Zealand have never been closer.

12 Jan
Travel Outlook Launches Strong Voices: A Specialized Off-Site Contact Center for Casino Operations

Travel Outlook Launches Strong Voices: A Specialized Off-Site Contact Center for Casino Operations

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Visit Florida's New CEO Bryan Griffin Shares His Vision for State Tourism with Graham

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HOTELS
Accor Handwritten Collection reaches 50 hotels worldwide

Accor Handwritten Collection reaches 50 hotels worldwide

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China to open the world's first hotel exclusively staffed...with robots

China to open the world's first hotel exclusively staffed...with robots

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Finland landmark Paimio Sanatorium to become a spa hotel

Finland landmark Paimio Sanatorium to become a spa hotel

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SV hotels in Germany and Switzerland earn Green Key certification

SV hotels in Germany and Switzerland earn Green Key certification

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Marriott International introduces Ask Bonvoy, a new AI-powered search engine

Marriott International introduces Ask Bonvoy, a new AI-powered search engine

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WTTC Gloria Guevara concerned about Barcelona's tourist tax increase on short-stay cruise passengers

WTTC Gloria Guevara concerned about Barcelona's tourist tax increase on short-stay cruise passengers

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Oceania Cruises spotlights 2027 Northern Europe itineraries

Oceania Cruises spotlights 2027 Northern Europe itineraries

12 Jun
Seabourn Quest emerges from drydock with new spaces and onboard experience

Seabourn Quest emerges from drydock with new spaces and onboard experience

7 Jun
Carnival data breach exposes information of nearly 6 million customers

Carnival data breach exposes information of nearly 6 million customers

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Widgety launches AI cruise assistant to help agents sell smarter

Widgety launches AI cruise assistant to help agents sell smarter

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Intrepid to host its largest-ever agent training event

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Intrepid to host its largest-ever agent training event

60 agents will join Intrepid in Morocco to experience the positive impact of travel over National Travel Agents’ Day.Intrepid Travel, a global leader in responsible travel, has announced their largest ever in-person training event for UK agents from 4 – 7 September 2026. With support from the Moroccan National Tourist...

Celebrate the Holidays on the Seine—Save 20%

9 Jun

Celebrate the Holidays on the Seine—Save 20%

Celebrity Cruises launches new Europe sale with 60% off second guests, and savings of up to £400

9 Jun

Celebrity Cruises launches new Europe sale with 60% off second guests, and savings of up to £400

VIVA Cruises launches ‘Sell Three, Sail Free’ trade incentive

9 Jun

VIVA Cruises launches ‘Sell Three, Sail Free’ trade incentive

VIVA Cruises launches ‘Sell Three, Sail Free’ trade incentive

9 Jun

VIVA Cruises launches ‘Sell Three, Sail Free’ trade incentive
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Thai Airways flight attendant charged in Australia heroin case

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Thai Airways flight attendant charged in Australia heroin case

A Thai Airways flight attendant has been charged after Australian authorities allegedly discovered more than 1kg of heroin concealed in her luggage following her arrival at Melbourne Airport.The 26-year-old Thai national was working onboard a Thai Airways international service when she landed in Melbourne on June 25, 2026. During routine...

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Boardroom Reads

Air

British Airways and Porter Airlines with new codeshare agreement

British Airways and Canadian carrier Porter Airlines have announced a new codeshare agreement, giving British Airways customers seamless access to selected Porter Airlines domestic routes across Canada.The partnership allows British Airways customers to book flights to 17 Canadian destinations, including Ottawa, Edmonton and Winnipeg, with connections from the British Airways...

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Accor Handwritten Collection reaches 50 hotels worldwide

Accor's Handwritten Collection has reached a major milestone with the opening of its 50th hotel, less than three years after the brand launched in 2023. The collection now spans 20 countries, with more than 50 additional hotels in the development pipeline as Accor continues to expand its portfolio of independently...

18h ago

Destination

Sarawak to capitalize on legacy-focused MICE events

Present at the end of May at IMEX Frankfurt, Sarawak used the MICE travel show to reinforce its ambitions to become Asia's leading destination for legacy-driven business events. Rather than simply promoting itself as another meetings destination, the Malaysian state is highlighting a long-term strategy centered on sustainable growth, knowledge...

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Other News

UAE expands visa-on-arrival program for six more countries

The United Arab Emirates has significantly expanded its visa-on-arrival program, opening the door to easier travel for eligible visitors from six additional countries as it continues to strengthen its position as a leading global tourism and business hub.Effective immediately, citizens of Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, the Philippines, Kenya, and South Africa...

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VisitEngland launches latest phase of campaign "My coast has the most…"

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VisitEngland launches latest phase of campaign "My coast has the most…"

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Airports of Thailand confirms 50% hike in departure tax

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More airlines to fly new routes to Thailand despite skyrocketing airport fees

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Wizz Air reassures about its future and promises not to introduce fuel surcharge

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Wizz Air to boost its presence in Naples

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Ukraine drones' offensive disturbs severely air transport in Russia

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Ukraine drones' offensive disturbs severely air transport in Russia

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easyJet adds 13 new routes from 10 UK airports for winter 2026/27

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Destination

Mastercard launches Priceless Africa on Priceless.com across nine countries

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Agent

FLORIDA Huddle UK & Ireland returns to London Oct 13-14 2026

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Strategy Watch

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Madrid capitalizes on screen tourism by funding famous US filmmaker next movie

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London Museum in Smithfield to open its doors on 28 November 2026

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Al Maha Island to become Qatar prestigious cultural destination

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Tripadvisor agreement to sell TheFork to American Express

Tripadvisor, Inc. announced on June 15 that it has entered into a put option agreement to sell TheFork, its online restaurant reservation and management platform in Europe, to American Express for $700 million in an all-cash transaction.The agreement follows Tripadvisor's February 2026 announcement that it would explore strategic alternatives for TheFork. It recognizes the value...

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China to open the world's first hotel exclusively staffed...with robots

The reality is soon to look increasingly like fiction. In China, Pudu Robotics, a leader in commercial service robotics, and Shenzhen Culture & Tourism Industry Development Co. Ltd have officially signed a strategic cooperation agreement to jointly develop the world's first full-scenario robot-serviced hotel on the West Artificial Island of...

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Cruise

WTTC Gloria Guevara concerned about Barcelona's tourist tax increase on short-stay cruise passengers

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has expressed concern over proposals to increase Barcelona's tourist tax on short-stay cruise passengers, warning that the measure could weaken the city's competitiveness and have unintended consequences for the local economy.In a published statement, Gloria Guevara, President & CEO, WTTC, highlighted the following:"While...

Austria's oldest city, St. Pölten, is also the country's youngest capital

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Austria's oldest city, St. Pölten, is also the country's youngest capital

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Airbnb reactivates anti-party system for U.S. Independance Day on July 4

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Gulf crisis, what a crisis? Etihad enters its biggest summer ever with 10% more capacity

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Etihad Rail Set to Launch Passenger Services Across the UAE

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