British travellers favour midweek getaways over weekends
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British holidaymakers opt for short-haul trips in 2026
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TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards Thailand 2026
Celebrating the pinnacle of achievement in Thailand’s travel trade. Join us at the gala ceremony in Bangkok on October 15, 2026. Recognition for top-tier hospitality, aviation, and tech innovators. Enter your nomination today!
Inspiring Women in Travel Asia Awards 2026
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Honoring the trailblazers of the APAC travel industry. Join us in Singapore on Nov 24 to celebrate regional excellence in aviation, hospitality, and travel tech. Nominations close Sept 26, 2026. Showcase your brand’s impact on the global stage.
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British travellers swap long-haul trips for shorter domestic breaks as living costs rise
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The UK ETA mandatory 2026 enforcement marks a pivotal shift in British immigration policy. Additionally, from 25 February 2026, every eligible traveller must hold a valid Electronic Travel Authorisation(ETA) before boarding any carrier…
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British travellers favour midweek getaways over weekends
British holidaymakers are increasingly opting for midweek travel, according to recent research by Airport Parking and Hotels (APH). The study, which analysed booking data from January to March 2026, reveals…
Virgin Atlantic launches ChatGPT flight app
Virgin Atlantic has become the first airline globally to introduce an app within ChatGPT, allowing customers to search, compare, and choose flights using everyday language. This innovative tool, launched on…
British holidaymakers opt for short-haul trips in 2026
British holidaymakers are increasingly favouring short-haul destinations for their summer holidays in 2026, as inflation and rising fuel costs make long-haul travel less appealing. Data from Taboola reveals a significant…
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Celebrate the pinnacle of travel and hospitality. Nominate your brand for the region’s premier awards program honoring innovation, leadership, and excellence. Submissions close Jun 28, 2026. Join the industry's elite in Dubai this September.
TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards Thailand 2026
Celebrating the pinnacle of achievement in Thailand’s travel trade. Join us at the gala ceremony in Bangkok on October 15, 2026. Recognition for top-tier hospitality, aviation, and tech innovators. Enter your nomination today!
Inspiring Women in Travel Asia Awards 2026
Elevating the voices of women leaders in the travel industry. Join us in celebrating excellence, mentorship, and innovation across Asia. Nominate a trailblazer today for our 2026 ceremony in Bangkok and join a community dedicated to gender diversity and leadership.
TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards Asia 2026
Honoring the trailblazers of the APAC travel industry. Join us in Singapore on Nov 24 to celebrate regional excellence in aviation, hospitality, and travel tech. Nominations close Sept 26, 2026. Showcase your brand’s impact on the global stage.
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Macao pitches multi-destination packages as Iberian trade ties deepen at MITE
Macao seeks to deepen its connections with nations in the Iberian Peninsula, as well as Spanish and Portuguese-speaking nations the world over. The matter was discussed today, 10th April, during…
British travellers swap long-haul trips for shorter domestic breaks as living costs rise
Domestic travel is becoming an increasingly important commercial opportunity for hotels, destinations, operators, and tourism brands as UK travellers prioritise value, flexibility, and convenience. The UK staycation is no longer…
UK weighs visitor levy as hospitality sector warns of 33,000 job losses
For local and national policymakers, a holiday tax can look like an easy fiscal win: add a modest charge to overnight stays, ringfence the proceeds for infrastructure, and ask visitors…
UK tightens border security as mandatory digital travel permits go global
The UK ETA mandatory 2026 enforcement marks a pivotal shift in British immigration policy. Additionally, from 25 February 2026, every eligible traveller must hold a valid Electronic Travel Authorisation(ETA) before boarding any carrier…
Travellers face longer wait times as Europe rolls out new digital border checks
What Steps Can Passengers Take to Avoid Queues Caused by the Entry/Exit System (EES)? As the EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) is introduced, queues at borders are a real concern —…
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- Commercial aviation sees record female representation amid industry-wide 25by2025 push
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- Central Asia tourism revenues surge as China expands Belt and Road investments
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