EDITION Hotels Expands into Africa, Launching on Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront

Business Traveller - Oct 30, 2026

The new V&A Waterfront hotel brings 142 rooms, rooftop dining, and contemporary design to South Africa's historic harbour The post EDITION Hotels Expands into Africa, Launching on Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront appeared first on Business Traveller.

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Transylvania, Where Meadows Ripple and Dracula Legends Fade

Oct 30, 2026

Transylvania, Where Meadows Ripple and Dracula Legends Fade

On a three-day hike in Romania, a writer sidesteps the usual Bram Stoker draws and instead discovers medieval villages, ancient forests and rich living history.

Tourism Authority of Thailand Launches ‘Gateway to Thailand Travel Guidebook’

Oct 30, 2026

Tourism Authority of Thailand Launches ‘Gateway to Thailand Travel Guidebook’

Crossing the border is never about passing a checkpoint; it marks the true beginning of discovering Thailand. Recognizing this potential, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) introduced the ‘Gateway to Thailand’ travel guide, inviting overland travelers to journey far beyond the entry gates along ten curated road trips connecting vibrant cities, iconic attractions, and local communities across the nation.

LGBT+ Tourism Could Generate US$521 Billion by 2031

Oct 30, 2026

LGBT+ Tourism Could Generate US$521 Billion by 2031

LGBT+ tourism is becoming increasingly important to the global economy, but challenges related to safety and welcoming environments continue to directly influence travel decisions among this audience. Valued at US 311 billionin 2024, the marketis projected to reach US5 21 billion by 2031, according to data from Grand View Research compiled in the special PANROTAS LGBTravel 2026 edition. In Brazil, a survey presented in September during the 10th International Diversity Conference, organized by the Brazilian LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce and Tourism, helps shed light on these travel behaviors.

Brand USA Reveals the Can’t-Miss Holiday Celebrations in America

Oct 30, 2026

Brand USA Reveals the Can’t-Miss Holiday Celebrations in America

Tis the season to be jolly, and throughout the USA, cities large and small are hauling out the holly and decking their halls as they prepare to celebrate the holiday season. From the 100th anniversary of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade to countless twinkling holiday light shows to New Year’s Eve drops unlike any you’ve seen before, you’ll find a variety of ways to ring in Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and New Year’s.

Tokyo and Around Tokyo: Discover Nikko’s Autumn Colours by Rail

Oct 30, 2026

Tokyo and Around Tokyo: Discover Nikko’s Autumn Colours by Rail

Autumn is one of the most beautiful times to explore Nikko, where colourful foliage transforms the mountains, lakes and historic sites north of Tokyo. With autumn colours gradually spreading from the higher elevations of Oku-Nikko to the city centre, visitors can enjoy seasonal scenery over several weeks. Combining spectacular natural landscapes with UNESCO World Heritage sites and convenient rail connections from Tokyo, Nikko is an appealing addition to an autumn itinerary in Japan.

Britain’s Bank of Grandparents is Reshaping the Luxury Ski Holiday, with VIP SKI

Oct 30, 2026

Britain’s Bank of Grandparents is Reshaping the Luxury Ski Holiday, with VIP SKI

Booming over-65 spending is fuelling this and the trend mirrors wider consumer spending patterns. Economic analysis from Barclays Insights in 2026 reveals that travel spending by the over-65 demographic grew by 6.8%, outperforming all other age groups. This generation is heavily financing large-scale family holidays and are Britain’s fastest-growing travel spenders.

50 New Members Join WTTC as the Global Travel & Tourism Sector Continues to Grow

Oct 30, 2026

50 New Members Join WTTC as the Global Travel & Tourism Sector Continues to Grow

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), the most influential private-sector organisation within the Travel & Tourism industry, today revealed that 50 new members have joined the organisation so far in 2026. The new members span the full breadth of the sector and beyond, including mobility, hospitality, travel retail, investment and insurance. Among them are Corinthia Group, Club Med, Investindustrial, Allianz Partners and Pernod Ricard, alongside eight returning members, including Uber, Barceló Hotel Group, Meliá Hotels International and Avolta.

Spain’s Travel & Tourism Sector Set to Surpass €269BN in 2026

Oct 30, 2026

Spain’s Travel & Tourism Sector Set to Surpass €269BN in 2026

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) highlighted Spain’s continued tourism leadership during the VI Turespaña Convention, where WTTC President & CEO, Gloria Guevara, addressed tourism leaders from across the country on the opportunities and priorities shaping the future of Travel & Tourism. According to WTTC’s latest Economic Impact Research, Spain’s Travel & Tourism sector is expected to contribute more than €269BN to the national economy in 2026, representing growth of 4.1%. The forecast has been revised upwards from WTTC’s previous projection of 3.7% and exceeds projected growth for Spain’s overall economy (2.7%), as well as Travel & Tourism growth across Europe (3.1%) and globally (2.5%).

The Brief: A Beginner’s Guide to Hotel Loyalty Programmes

Oct 30, 2026

The Brief: A Beginner’s Guide to Hotel Loyalty Programmes

Hotel points programmes can be just as rewarding as airline frequent flyer programmes. The post The Brief: A Beginner’s Guide to Hotel Loyalty Programmes appeared first on Business Traveller.

ALL Accor Launches Stay for More Offer with up to 25% off Flexible Rates across Europe and Beyond

Oct 30, 2026

ALL Accor Launches Stay for More Offer with up to 25% off Flexible Rates across Europe and Beyond

There’s something special about travelling in the wintertime. The pace slows down, and familiar destinations take on a whole new character. Festive markets fill picturesque cities, while crisp winter landscapes create the ideal setting for seasonal adventures. Whether guests are embracing the magic of a winter getaway or relaxing on sun-soaked shores, winter travel has a way of turning every journey into a well-deserved reward. ALL Accor, the travel and lifestyle loyalty programme, is launching a brand-new offer on ALL.com, giving guests a discount of up to 25% on flexible rate hotel bookings of a minimum of two nights at participating hotels across Europe and beyond.

Screams to scandals: how Hong Kong’s Ocean Park has spooked Halloween guests for 25 years

Oct 30, 2026

Screams to scandals: how Hong Kong’s Ocean Park has spooked Halloween guests for 25 years

When Ocean Park launched its Halloween celebrations in 2001, pumpkins, witches and vampires helped turn a visit to the theme park into a seasonal fright night. Twenty-five years later, haunted houses drawing on Hong Kong ghost stories share this year’s programme with family activities, live performances and a dark-fantasy collaboration with a pop star. The history of Halloween at Ocean Park is not simply a timeline of increasingly bigger productions and more elaborate effects. It is also a story...

Hong Kong’s M+ forges new alliance with MoMA and Centre Pompidou to redefine museum loans

Oct 30, 2026

Hong Kong’s M+ forges new alliance with MoMA and Centre Pompidou to redefine museum loans

Hong Kong’s M+ museum, New York’s Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) and the Centre Pompidou in Paris signed an agreement on October 30 to establish a three-way cultural alliance, aiming to redefine how visual culture is collected, exhibited and shared globally. The framework agreement, signed at M+ in the West Kowloon Cultural District, departs from conventional short-term blockbuster touring exhibitions and fee-based satellite franchises. With no money changing hands, the institutions will focus on...

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