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  1. Hilton Stories RSS26

    Hilton 2027 Trend Report 'The Great Rebalancing': Why Travelers Choose Balance Over Perfection

    Hilton released its 2027 trend report 'The Great Rebalancing,' based on a global survey conducted in collaboration with Morning Consult covering more than 14,000 travelers across 14 countries, indicating that travelers are replacing the pursuit of the "perfect journey" with flexibility and personal growth. The report lists five major trends: traveling your own way, the trust equation, growth-oriented vacations, physical and mental wellness, and the micro-trip mindset. The survey shows 38% of Colombian travelers feel pressure for the "perfect trip," and 70% trust hotel staff to help plan itineraries.

  2. Hilton Stories RSS38

    Hilton 2027 Trends Report: Why Travelers Choose "Balance" Over "Perfection"

    Hilton released its 2027 trends report "The Great Rebalancing," based on global research conducted in collaboration with Morning Consult covering more than 14,000 travelers across 14 countries, indicating that travelers are shifting from pursuing the "perfect trip" toward personal growth, flexibility and exploration. The report proposes five major trends: The Age of Imperfect Perfection, The Trust Equation, The Growth Journey, Reimagined Wellness, and The Micro-Trip Mindset. 54% of respondents said they feel pressure to pursue the perfect trip, and 70% believe hotel professionals are a trustworthy source for travel planning.

  3. EU Transport News38

    欧盟委员会主席将主持2026欧洲互联日开幕

    欧盟委员会旗舰交通与出行活动“2026欧洲互联日”于9月28日至10月1日在布鲁塞尔举行，汇聚政界与业界代表，讨论交通政策对欧洲竞争力、连通性与韧性的作用，议题涵盖军事机动与防务、跨欧洲运输网络瓶颈、港口与工业海运战略、高速铁路计划及乘客出行方案。欧盟委员会主席冯德莱恩将于次日14:00（中欧夏令时）在开幕式发表演讲，活动亮点将进行直播。

  4. EU Transport News15

    多瑙河九国交通部长重申航道修复与维护承诺

    多瑙河沿岸九国交通部长通过部长级结论，重申对多瑙河及其可通航支流修复与维护的承诺，强调该河对欧洲交通网络与危机韧性的关键作用。部长们呼吁航道管理机构、航运业与环境利益相关方加强合作，并重申到2030年在TEN-T网络内实现良好通航状态的目标，同时要求全面遵守环境法规。会议承认进展不均，干旱、洪水等极端天气正加大通航压力，并提出主动维护、低水位航道、适应性基础设施和基于自然的解决方案等更灵活措施。

  5. EU Transport News

    Portugal, Slovakia and Norway Join Cross-Border Autonomous Vehicle Testbed Initiative

    At Connecting Europe Days in Brussels, Portugal, Slovakia and Norway signed the Joint Declaration of Intent on large-scale cross-border testbeds for autonomous vehicles. Spain signed last week, bringing the total number of participating countries to 22. Launched under the European Automotive Action Plan, the initiative brings together Member States, non-EU countries, regional and local authorities, industry stakeholders and transport operators to support harmonised commercial pre-deployment of autonomous vehicles across Europe.

Sep 28Mon
  1. ACI World RSS

    ACI World Urges Governments to Plan Airport Capacity Now

    At the ACI-LAC/World Annual General Assembly in Lima, ACI World called on governments to make increasing airport capacity part of long-term national infrastructure and economic planning, and to modernise the frameworks governing slots and market access. Director General Justin Erbacci said the industry will need to invest more than USD 4 trillion by 2055 just to meet growth already coming its way, but cannot simply build its way out of the challenge. Following its white paper earlier this month, ACI World argues slot policy is no longer a technical scheduling matter but a matter of strategic public interest.

  2. Agoda Newsroom

    Agoda Highlights Six Asian Coffee-Themed Destinations

    Agoda published a feature highlighting six Asian destinations known for their coffee culture: Da Lat in Vietnam, Ipoh in Malaysia, Jeju in South Korea, Bali in Indonesia, Hualien in Taiwan and Chiang Rai in Thailand. Andrew Smith, Senior Vice President of Supply at Agoda, said coffee gives travelers an easy way into a destination. Agoda said its platform covers more than 6 million holiday properties, 130,000 flight routes and 300,000 activities worldwide.

  3. IHG Newsroom

    IHG Introduces Noted Collection Brand to Japan

    IHG Hotels & Resorts announced the introduction of its premium collection brand Noted Collection to Japan with two hotels in Tokyo. The Shinjuku property is a 207-key conversion with SC Capital Partners, opening in 2027; the Ginza property is an 81-key new-build with An Consulting, opening in 2029 and bringing IHG to Ginza for the first time. Noted Collection launched this year as IHG's 21st brand.

  4. Ctrip Corporate Travel Thinktank News

    Ctrip Corporate Travel Wins Most Trusted TMC Award

    During the 2026 TravelDaily Summit, Ctrip Corporate Travel won the Most Trusted Travel Management Company (TMC) award at the TravelDaily Business Travel Awards (CBTA), voted by corporate travel managers and business travelers. Meanwhile, the Ctrip Corporate Travel AI Ecosystem won the AI Product Track Excellence Award at the 2026 DTA Digital Travel Awards. Launched at the April 2026 Global Partner Conference, the AI ecosystem covers the full travel and procurement workflow with seven AI Agents: travel Q&A, itinerary booking, travel approval, travel insights, compliance and risk control, financial settlement and resource procurement.

  5. UK CAA News

    UK CAA welcomes prison sentence over fraudulent travel agencies

    The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) welcomed the prison sentence in a fraud case involving Zulu Travel Services Ltd. Following an Insolvency Service investigation, Darren Anderson, 43, ran several businesses under aliases while disqualified as a company director and attempted to obtain an ATOL licence for Zulu Travel Services Ltd, which was never progressed after the application fee went unpaid. Anderson was sentenced to four years in prison. Zulu Travel Services Ltd was wound up in the public interest in June 2024 after failing to keep company accounts or pay bills, and false accounts were submitted to Companies House.

  6. European Commission Press Corner

    Commission launches first EU Screening Week with proposal on cardiovascular health checks

    In a press release issued in Brussels on 28 September 2026, the European Commission launched the first-ever EU Screening Week ahead of World Heart Day and adopted a proposal for a Council Recommendation on cardiovascular health checks. The proposal aims to safeguard the health of European citizens by improving early detection and screening and, ultimately, reducing premature deaths from cardiovascular diseases.

  7. European Commission Press Corner

    EU trade agreements continue to benefit European businesses

    The European Commission published its sixth annual report on the implementation and enforcement of EU trade agreements, covering 2025. It said that by end-2025 the EU had 44 preferential trade agreements with 76 countries, representing 46.3% of its external trade; goods trade with these partners grew 3.1%, versus 1.4% with other third countries. In 2025, EU agri-food exports to agreement partners rose 4.6%, while those to non-preferential partners fell 3.6%. In the first 11 months after the EU-Chile Interim Trade Agreement entered into force, bilateral trade reached €20.8 billion, up 3% year-on-year.

Sep 26Sat
  1. Agoda Newsroom

    Agoda 2026 Repeat Visitor Ranking: Tokyo Tops Asia

    Agoda released its 2026 Repeat Visitor Ranking, based on bookings made in the first half of the year, listing Asia's top 10 most revisited destinations. Tokyo claimed the top spot for the first time, overtaking Bangkok. Bali rose to third place for the first time, followed by Seoul and Osaka. Da Nang, Kuala Lumpur, Fukuoka, Taipei and Johor Bahru complete the top 10, with Fukuoka entering for the first time. Agoda says it offers over 6 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes and over 300,000 activities.

  2. European Commission Press Corner

    European Commission announces nearly €710 million for displaced people in Africa

    European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, as the 81st UN General Assembly High Level Week closed in New York, announced almost €710 million in EU support for displaced people and communities in Sub-Saharan Africa, plus emergency assistance for people affected by crises worldwide. The announcement was made as part of international advocacy organisation Global Citizen's campaign.

  3. Brazil ANAC News

    Brazil's ANAC publishes AVSEC practices manual for cabin crew

    Brazil's National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC) published the Civil Aviation Manual for Cabin Crew, aimed at guiding airlines and airport operators on civil aviation security (AVSEC) requirements applicable to cabin departments. It provides explanations, examples and commentary on ANAC regulations covering onboard provisions and cabin service, and compiles the applicable regulations in its appendices. Because it contains Restricted AVSEC Information (IRA), the manual is not publicly accessible; under the need-to-know principle, access requires specific ANAC authorization, and the agency sends it directly to air and airport operators.

  4. Hilton Stories RSS

    Hilton Opens and Renovates Hotels Across Global Portfolio This Season

    Hilton outlined its seasonal global openings and renovations: NoMad debuts in Singapore, Waldorf Astoria and Conrad debut in Kuala Lumpur, Signia Hilton expands in the U.S., and Apartment Collection enters Pittsburgh and Huntsville. Destination firsts include La Paz, Valencia and Hawaii's first Curio. Renovations include a $25 million property-wide renovation of Conrad Indianapolis, plus completed refreshes in Montreal, Mexico City and Sao Paulo. Hilton Honors launched a bonus-points promotion.

Sep 25Fri
  1. European Commission Press Corner

    European Commission opens infringement procedures over incomplete transposition of EU directives

    The European Commission is taking action against several EU Member States that failed to notify national measures transposing EU directives by their deadlines. Letters of formal notice give the Member States two months to reply and complete transposition. Areas covered include electricity market design, the hydrogen and decarbonised gas market, the sixth Anti-Money Laundering Directive, safe use of cobalt in toys, the Anti-Trafficking Directive, new psychoactive substances, the Right to Repair Directive, and industrial and livestock rearing emissions rules. If responses are unsatisfactory, the Commission may issue a reasoned opinion.

  2. European Commission Press Corner

    Commission greenlights Luxembourg's third €92.2 million payment request under NextGenerationEU

    The European Commission positively assessed Luxembourg's third €92.2 million payment request under the Recovery and Resilience Facility, confirming completion of all 5 milestones and 4 targets. Flagship measures include support for 42,000 zero-emission vehicles, 25 MWp of photovoltaic capacity, digitalisation of five government entities, a cross-border quantum key distribution connection between Luxembourg and Belgium, and reforms in healthcare, biodiversity and anti-money laundering. The Commission has sent its preliminary assessment to the Economic and Financial Committee, which has four weeks to deliver its opinion.

  3. SAP Concur Blog

    SAP Concur Outlines How Finance System Integration Unifies Spend Visibility

    SAP Concur published a blog post outlining the value of finance system integration for travel, expense and invoice data. It notes that such data often sits across ERP, HR, payroll and finance tools, creating friction between teams and slowing decisions. Through pre-built connectors, APIs and partner solutions, SAP Concur says travel, expense and invoice data can flow securely and in real time into existing systems, enabling a single view of spend, reduced manual reconciliation, faster month-end close and greater confidence in reporting and forecasting.

  4. US BTS Statistical Releases

    U.S. Q2 2026 Average Domestic Air Fare Edged Down 0.02% Quarter over Quarter

    The U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) reported that the average U.S. domestic air fare in Q2 2026 was $436.36, down 0.02% from the inflation-adjusted Q1 2026 fare of $436.45. On an unadjusted basis, the Q2 fare rose 2.0% quarter over quarter, the highest second-quarter and single-quarter fare on BTS record. By trip type, one-way tickets accounted for 45% ($307) and round-trips 55% ($535). Starting in Q3 2025, BTS moved to the OD40 collection program, raising ticket sampling from 10% to 40%; earlier fares remain based on the 10% sample.

  5. JTB Group Newsroom

    JTB, JCB and JAL Turn Student Ideas into the Gakutabi Hawaii Travel Product

    JTB announced that, together with JCB and Japan Airlines (JAL), it has commercialized the winning student team's proposal from the 2025 Hawaii Idea Contest as a new "Look JTB MySTYLE Gakutabi" product, "Gakutabi Hawaii," released on September 25, 2026. The contest, provided by JCB, JAL and JTB and supported by the Hawaii Tourism Authority Japan office, aims to raise young people's interest in overseas travel. The product is a 4-night/6-day trip departing March 8 and March 9, 2027, featuring a Diamond Head hike and cleanup activity and a "Graduation Party in Hawaii" for students on graduation trips, with idol group CANDY TUNE appearing as a special guest. The product also includes a mechanis…

  6. IHG Newsroom

    IHG and UHM sign Garner Hotel Jim Corbett in India

    IHG has signed Garner Hotel Jim Corbett with United Hospitality Management (UHM) India, Garner's sixth signing in India. Located in Ramnagar, Uttarakhand, near Jim Corbett National Park, the 50-key hotel will be owned by Victorian Corporation and managed by UHM India, with opening scheduled for Q2 2027. Garner has reached 100 open hotels worldwide since its 2023 launch.

  7. Agoda Newsroom

    Agoda maps six Asian music-festival destinations

    Agoda released a list of six Asian music-festival destinations: Mumbai, Taipei, Busan, Ko Pha Ngan, Uluwatu in Bali and Chonburi. Agoda said global dance events are expanding rapidly across Asia and that superfans will cross borders for a weekend set, a trend in which the line-up determines the destination. Andrew Smith, Senior Vice President, Supply at Agoda, said the line-up has become the destination, and Agoda is also partnering with Eurovision Asia as its Official Travel Partner.

  8. IHG Newsroom

    voco debuts in East Africa with all-suite Nairobi airport hotel

    IHG's fastest-growing premium brand voco has opened its first East African property, voco Nairobi Airport Suites, featuring 112 suites about eight kilometres from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, with a complimentary 24-hour airport shuttle and proximity to the Nairobi Standard Gauge Railway terminus. The hotel offers four dining venues and 623 square metres of meeting space, including the 235.33-square-metre Mara Hall for 160-180 guests, targeting transit travellers and long-stay executives.

  9. Amadeus Newsroom

    Amadeus Data: Chicago and New York Marathons Lift Air and Hotel Demand

    Amadeus Travel Intelligence data shows rising air and hotel demand around the October Chicago Marathon and November New York Marathon. Domestic air bookings rise 13% for Chicago and 45% for New York in race weeks. Chicago race-weekend hotel occupancy is 85.9% at an ADR of $364, up 1.8% and 10.2% year on year; New York occupancy is 58.1%, down 0.7%, while ADR rises 12.4% to $369. International source markets including India, Brazil, Sweden and Italy grow, while Texas and the Sunbelt lead domestic growth.

  10. UK CAA News

    UK CAA sets scope of independent review into NATS technical incident

    The UK Civil Aviation Authority published on 25 September the terms of reference for its independent review into the NATS technical incident of 8 September 2026, which disrupted travellers and saw more than 2,000 flights delayed, cancelled or diverted. A NATS preliminary report on 18 September attributed the incident to a software defect. The review will examine NATS' plans for renewing and modernising critical operational systems, business continuity, implementation of past review recommendations, the effectiveness of CAA regulatory oversight, and international best practice, and will also be informed by similar events including those of 21 September. An initial report goes to the Secretar…

  11. European Commission Press Corner

    Commission takes action to ensure complete and timely transposition of EU directives

    The European Commission is taking action against several EU Member States that failed to notify national measures transposing EU directives by their deadlines. Letters of formal notice give the Member States two months to reply and complete transposition. Areas covered include electricity market design, the hydrogen and decarbonised gas market, the sixth Anti-Money Laundering Directive, safe use of cobalt in toys, the Anti-Trafficking Directive, new psychoactive substances, the Right to Repair Directive, and industrial and livestock rearing emissions rules. If responses are unsatisfactory, the Commission may issue a reasoned opinion.

  12. Brazil ANAC News

    Brazil ANAC Opens Public Consultation on Sport Pilot Training Rule Amendments

    Brazil's National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC) opened a public consultation on proposed amendments to two Brazilian civil aviation regulations, RBAC No. 141 and RBAC No. 183. Under RBAC 141, the proposal would make permanent the currently temporary authorization for Civil Aviation Training Centers (CIACs) to use experimental aircraft in courses leading to the Sport Pilot Certificate (CPA). Under RBAC 183, the proposal would align the requirements for association examiners with those required of CIAC examiners. The proposals were deliberated and approved by the agency's Collegiate Board at its 27th Electronic Deliberative Meeting, held September 1-4, 2026. Contributions must be submitted via…

  13. Brazil ANAC News

    Brazil ANAC Internal Affairs Unit Maintains Level 3 in CGU Maturity Model

    The internal affairs unit (Corregedoria) of Brazil's National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC) maintained Level 3 in the Brazilian Office of the Comptroller General's (CGU) correctional maturity model. The assessment analyzes the structure and practices of internal affairs units across federal public administration bodies and is conducted every two years. ANAC was first assessed in 2022, reaching Level 2; it advanced to Level 3 in 2024 and maintained that level in 2026. Next areas of focus include strengthening preventive work, using strategic data, improving management of correctional risks and vulnerabilities, evolving guidance mechanisms, and evaluating the adoption of new technologies such…

  14. Hilton Stories RSS

    Hilton's Tapestry Collection Debuts in Central America with Montara Hotel in Costa Rica

    Hilton announced the opening of Montara Hotel, the first Tapestry Collection by Hilton property in Costa Rica and Central America. Set in the mountains of Heredia, the hotel has 97 rooms including 38 suites, spans roughly 540,000 square feet of grounds with over 130,000 square feet of built facilities, and sits about 13 miles (20 kilometers) from Juan Santamaria International Airport and downtown San Jose. It offers approximately 12,700 square feet of event space for corporate retreats, social events and weddings, plus a 13,200-square-foot spa. The debut reflects Hilton's continued expansion across the Caribbean and Latin America, where it operates 315 hotels and resorts with a pipeline of…

Sep 24Thu
  1. European Commission Press Corner

    EU Commissioner Lahbib Speaks on Haiti at UN General Assembly

    EU Commissioner Lahbib addressed the UN General Assembly on Haiti, noting that children are being recruited by gangs, families are trapped behind walls of violence, and humanitarian workers risk their lives to reach people in need. Since 1994, the EU has provided close to €600 million in humanitarian aid to Haiti, making it the largest recipient of EU humanitarian assistance in Latin America and the Caribbean. This year alone, EU support amounts to €23 million, with an additional €10 million for the Haitian National Police and the Gang Suppression Force.

  2. European Commission Press Corner

    EU Commissioner Addresses G20 Panel on Pandemic Preparedness Financing

    EU Commissioner Lahbib addressed the G20 High-Level Independent Panel in New York on financing pandemic preparedness and response. Citing the Ebola outbreak in Bunia, she stressed the importance of speed and community trust. The EU provided nearly EUR 500 million, combining emergency assistance with longer-term health security investment, and ran 11 Humanitarian Air Bridge operations. The EU is working with the OECD and WHO to improve tracking of preparedness spending, with a pilot to launch in coming months. It also pledged over EUR 73 million for new vaccines in 2026-2027, including nearly EUR 40 million for Bundibugyo-specific candidates.

  3. European Commission Press Corner

    EU Launches Global Health Resilience Initiative

    The EU launched its Global Health Resilience Initiative in New York, calling for uniting Europe's investments, partnerships and expertise to address global health challenges. From 2021 to 2025, the EU mobilized over EUR 6 billion in global health funding and, with the WHO, supports stronger health systems in 115 countries. Through Global Gateway, the EU and its Member States mobilized more than EUR 2 billion for regional manufacturing of vaccines, medicines and health technologies in Africa, with production sites taking shape in Senegal, Ghana, Nigeria, Rwanda and South Africa.

  4. BCD Travel RSS

    BCD Travel Launches Tripsource Platform to Enhance Traveler Experience with Guided Engagement

    BCD Travel has launched Tripsource, a platform designed to improve the end-to-end business traveler experience by delivering real-time, contextual guidance and support. The platform combines travel content from aggregators and GDS, enabling booking, trip management, policy application, and risk insights. BCD Travel reports a 90% satisfaction rate with Tripsource. Emphasizing an open ecosystem, the platform can integrate with other booking tools and partners, helping travel managers improve program compliance and performance.

  5. European Commission Press Corner

    EU Launches Mediterranean Women's Employment Initiative with €25 Million

    The European Commission launched the Surging Women's Employment Initiative under the Pact for the Mediterranean, mobilising €25 million (including a €10 million EU contribution) to create 500,000 additional jobs for women in the Middle East and North Africa and raise women's employment by 5% by 2030. Women's labour market participation in the region has remained at around 20% on average for over two decades. Unveiled by Commissioner for the Mediterranean Dubravka Šuica with UN Women during the 81st UN General Assembly High-Level Week, the initiative focuses on skills, entrepreneurship and job creation in sectors including care, green, science and technology.

  6. IHG Newsroom

    Crowne Plaza by IHG opens Crowne Plaza Paris Marne-la-Vallée

    Crowne Plaza by IHG announced on 24 September 2026 the opening of Crowne Plaza Paris Marne-la-Vallée in Magny-le-Hongre, at the heart of Marne-la-Vallée. The hotel spans 2.5 hectares of landscaped grounds and offers 250 guestrooms and suites, most overlooking Golf Paris Val d'Europe. It sits about 40 minutes from central Paris and provides a complimentary shuttle to Marne-la-Vallée Chessy station and the region's theme parks. Event facilities include 1,500 square metres of flexible space, 14 meeting rooms and capacity for up to 400 delegates. The brand has 96 hotels and more than 20,400 rooms open across Europe, with a pipeline of 21 properties and over 4,300 rooms.

  7. Accor News & Stories

    Accor Scales ALL Concierge Conversational AI

    Accor announced on September 24, 2026 that its ALL Concierge conversational AI companion has moved beyond pilot to full-scale rollout, making it the first hospitality group to deploy an end-to-end conversational AI companion at scale. It covers the journey from travel inspiration and hotel comparison to booking management and post-stay support, available 24/7 on ALL.com, the ALL Accor app, WhatsApp and iMessage, in 11 languages, with responses in under a few seconds and seamless handover to human agents. The pilot began in July 2025 and logged more than 1 million guest conversations. Accor also launched The Butler, an AI companion for hotel teams.

  8. Accor News & Stories

    Accor's MGallery Collection Opens Nírema Hotel & Spa Samos in Greece

    Accor's MGallery Collection opened Nírema Hotel & Spa Samos in September 2026 at the entrance of Vathy on the Greek island of Samos. The property features 72 rooms, including eight suites with private pools, and a private beach. Managed by SWOT Hospitality Management, the hotel draws design inspiration from Samos' winemaking traditions and the philosophy of Pythagoras, offering a signature wine ritual. This opening marks MGallery's fourth property in Greece, with four additional hotels in the pipeline, including in Chania and the wider Athens region.

  9. JTB Group Newsroom

    JTB and Tourism Malaysia Sign MOC to Promote Travel

    JTB and Tourism Malaysia signed a memorandum of cooperation (MOC) to jointly stimulate and expand Japanese outbound travel to Malaysia under the Visit Malaysia 2026-2027 campaign. The cooperation runs from September 2026 to December 2027 and focuses on four pillars: media promotion, familiarization trips for JTB sales staff, digital content and social media outreach, and growth of group travel including MICE and educational trips. The two sides also plan measures such as two-way charter flights, with 2027 marking the 70th anniversary of Japan-Malaysia diplomatic relations.

  10. IATA Pressroom

    IATA: Cargo Screening Alone Cannot Solve Undeclared Dangerous Goods Risk

    The International Air Transport Association (IATA) in Budapest called for stronger collaborative action across the air cargo supply chain through a multi-layered approach to counter undeclared and mis-declared dangerous goods. IATA stressed that security screening, primarily focused on terror threats, is an important layer of protection but not a primary solution. About 80% of dangerous goods incidents reported to IATA in the first half of 2025 involved undeclared or hidden dangerous goods, with lithium batteries and concealed items such as undeclared e-cigarettes and aerosols most commonly identified. IATA issued a white paper urging governments, manufacturers and online marketplaces, ship…