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Airlines and airports worried about EES bottlenecks in an open letter to EU Commission

Airlines and airports worried about EES bottlenecks in an open letter to EU Commission

Europe's airports and airlines have issued an open letter to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, warning that the rollout of the European Union's new Entry/Exit System (EES) is causing major operational disruption and threatening the smooth functioning of summer air travel.While the aviation sector continues to support the...

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Grumbly Ryanair CEO forced to follow EU family seating policy rules

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Grumbly Ryanair CEO forced to follow EU family seating policy rules

Visa moves beyond payments with new consumer travel platform

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Visa moves beyond payments with new consumer travel platform

Amsterdam shows increasingly open hostility to visitors

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Amsterdam shows increasingly open hostility to visitors

World Hospitality Symposium to celebrate the world of hospitality on November 17, at The Boca Raton, Florida

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World Hospitality Symposium to celebrate the world of hospitality on November 17, at The Boca Raton, Florida

Russia closes border crossings with Baltic States, Finland

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Russia closes border crossings with Baltic States, Finland
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Vietjet targets Australia's domestic skies in bold challenge to Qantas and Virgin

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Indonesia divided over expanding visa-free entry for tourists

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UN Tourism and ITF point to woman's underrepresentation in tourism transport

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Ukraine drones' offensive disturbs severely air transport in Russia

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

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Wallonia, Belgium, rolls out 12 car-free rail itineraries for slow travel

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Wallonia, Belgium, rolls out 12 car-free rail itineraries for slow travel

Wallonia is making it easier than ever for travelers to swap four wheels for two feet—or two wheels—with the launch of 12 new car-free travel itineraries designed to showcase the best of southern Belgium by rail.The initiative promotes sustainable tourism by encouraging visitors to explore the region using trains combined...

Thailand’s airports/Pattaya rail dream turns to nightmare

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Thailand’s airports/Pattaya rail dream turns to nightmare

Etihad Rail Set to Launch Passenger Services Across the UAE

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Etihad Rail Set to Launch Passenger Services Across the UAE

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

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Ireland commits €228 million to boost cross-border rail links
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The Lux Collective celebrates the launch of two exclusive properties in Rwanda

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Accor Handwritten Collection reaches 50 hotels worldwide

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

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Seabourn Quest emerges from drydock with new spaces and onboard experience

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Carnival data breach exposes information of nearly 6 million customers

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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...

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

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

Virgin Voyages unveils free balcony upgrade offer

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Virgin Voyages unveils free balcony upgrade offer

Holland America Line launches ‘Anniversary Sale’ promotion

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Holland America Line launches ‘Anniversary Sale’ promotion
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Airlines and airports worried about EES bottlenecks in an open letter to EU Commission

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Airlines and airports worried about EES bottlenecks in an open letter to EU Commission

Europe's airports and airlines have issued an open letter to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, warning that the rollout of the European Union's new Entry/Exit System (EES) is causing major operational disruption and threatening the smooth functioning of summer air travel.While the aviation sector continues to support the...

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Accor accelerates Pullman global brand transformation

Just a year after unveiling an ambitious new brand strategy, Pullman Hotels & Resorts says its transformation is already being felt across its global portfolio.The Accor premium brand has shifted its focus from planning to execution, introducing redesigned guest experiences, flexible social spaces, new food and beverage concepts, and a...

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The Lux Collective celebrates the launch of two exclusive properties in Rwanda

The Lux Collective has officially entered Rwanda with the opening of two luxury resorts that form the foundation of an ambitious tourism circuit designed to showcase the country's most iconic landscapes while promoting regenerative tourism.The award-winning luxury hospitality company has launched LUX Lake Kivu* and SALT of Akagera, the first...

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Formula 1 and Flexjet announce multi-year global partnership

Flexjet and Formula 1 announced on July 1, 2026 a multi-year partnership, bringing together two leading global brands at the pinnacle of luxury private aviation and motor racing, and naming Flexjet as the Official Private Aviation Supplier of Formula 1.Defined by a commitment to performance, precision and extraordinary experiences, the...

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Guernsey-Portsmouth ferry to make a stop in Cherbourg

Direct ferry services between Guernsey and Portsmouth are going to triangulate with Cherbourg from November as part of a restructuring announced early this week by Brittany Ferries in what it called ‘difficult market conditions’. The Islander ferry will follow what the company called ‘a more efficient schedule’ from November 1st,...

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Opodo provides insights into UK music tourism

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Opodo provides insights into UK music tourism

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Air Austral revamps MyCapricorne frequent flyer program with more rewards

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Air Austral revamps MyCapricorne frequent flyer program with more rewards

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New Southern California CityPASS bundles top theme parks and attractions

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New Southern California CityPASS bundles top theme parks and attractions

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Visa moves beyond payments with new consumer travel platform

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Visa moves beyond payments with new consumer travel platform

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Irregular border crossings into the EU down 40% in the first five months of 2026

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Grumbly Ryanair CEO forced to follow EU family seating policy rules

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Citrawarna Festival in Kuala Lumpur to showcase the best of Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur is preparing to showcase the very best of Malaysia's rich cultural heritage as the annual Citrawarna Malaysia festival returns from July 24-26, 2026. The three-day celebration transforms the capital into a vibrant stage where the traditions, flavors and artistic heritage of the country's 13 states and three federal...

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Amsterdam shows increasingly open hostility to visitors

Amsterdam is preparing to introduce new tourism measures over the existing ones, which will make the city one of the toughest in Europe in managing tourism while showing a growing hostility towards travelers. Among others is a gradual increase in its tourist tax to 20% by the end of the...

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Russia closes border crossings with Baltic States, Finland

Russia State news agency TASS reported on June 30 that the Russian government decreed to close several railway border crossings on the state border with Latvia, Finland and Estonia."The movement of people, vehicles, goods and cargoes" via the border crossings designated by the government is suspended, wrote TASS. The Russian...

Agatha Christie Festival 2026 with immersive celebration of the Queen of Crime

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Agatha Christie Festival 2026 with immersive celebration of the Queen of Crime

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Cyprus tourism revenues collapse in April due to the Gulf war

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