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JULY 1, 2025

WILTON, CT – Tauck will launch four new European land journeys in 2026, expanding into less-visited regions of Greece, Scotland’s picturesque Highlands, and quaint-yet-cosmopolitan Scandinavian capitals, with itineraries designed for both families and adult travelers.

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JULY 3, 2025

Windstar Cruises just announced a sleek new yacht sailing winter itineraries starting in late 2026. Windstar to Debut New Yacht, Star Explorer, in the Mediterranean Winter 2026 Windstar Cruises is setting sail for a new season of off-season Mediterranean magic with the debut of Star Explorer , a 224-guest yacht launching December 28, 2026.

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APRIL 11, 2025

Viking to Launch Worlds First Hydrogen-Powered Cruise Ship Viking, in partnership with Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri, has announced the Viking Libra , set to become the worlds first hydrogen-powered cruise ship when it sets sail in late 2026. We look forward to welcoming the worlds first hydrogen-powered cruise ship to our fleet in 2026.

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APRIL 11, 2025

Viking to Launch Worlds First Hydrogen-Powered Cruise Ship Viking, in partnership with Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri, has announced the Viking Libra , set to become the worlds first hydrogen-powered cruise ship when it sets sail in late 2026. We look forward to welcoming the worlds first hydrogen-powered cruise ship to our fleet in 2026.

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JULY 1, 2025

WILTON, CT – Tauck will launch four new European land journeys in 2026, expanding into less-visited regions of Greece, Scotland’s picturesque Highlands, and quaint-yet-cosmopolitan Scandinavian capitals, with itineraries designed for both families and adult travelers.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Quark Expeditions Unveils Arctic 26: Ice, Fire and The Eclipse For meeting and event planners looking to elevate incentive travel to the next level, Quark Expeditions newly announced Arctic 2026: Ice, Fire and The Eclipse season offers unparalleled opportunities for extraordinary, once-in-a-lifetime rewards.

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JULY 9, 2025

NEW YORK – Exodus Adventure Travels , the leader in small group guided tours with more than 50 years of experience delivering active adventures across the globe, announces its new tours with departures starting in 2026, offering immersive experiences across Asia, Africa, the Americas, and Europe.

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JULY 15, 2025

The World Tourist Guide Challenge will be held at Asia’s secret UNESCO World Heritage Site from June 21 – 25, 2026. The article World Tourist Guide Challenge 2026 set for Lenggong Valley, Malaysia first appeared in TravelDailyNews International. The World Tourist Guide Challenge is organized by Equator Odyssey Sdn.

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NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Luxury Resort Brand Bardo to Open Pittsburgh Location in 2026 Boutique hospitality firm Left Lane will convert Pittsburgh’s 40-story Gulf Tower into Hotel Bardo Pittsburgh, opening summer 2006. The location will feature 130 guest rooms and suites, 220 residences, three restaurant and bar concepts, and 10,000 sq.

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DECEMBER 26, 2024

Hyatt Plans for Over 50 New Openings by 2026 Andaz Miami Beach Travelers remain heavily interested in the lifestyle and luxury hotel segments, in which Hyatt holds a significant presence. In order to build on its momentum, Hyatt plans to open 50 luxury and lifestyle hotels globally by 2026.

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JULY 1, 2025

The International Institute for Gastronomy, Culture, Art, and Tourism (IGCAT) has Awarded Manabí, Equador the prestigious title of World Region of Gastronomy 2026 , recognising the province’s outstanding commitment to celebrating its rich gastronomic traditions, cultural heritage, and sustainable, community-driven tourism.

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JUNE 25, 2025

million square feet of hospitality space, 900,000 square feet of retail and restaurant space and a 5,000-seat music venue, plus a range of businesses including Cosm , a virtual fan zone designed for game-day gatherings with immersive sports experiences, slated to open in 2026, just in time for the World Cup. “We

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JUNE 19, 2025

MIAMI – Royal Caribbean is tripling the adventure in 2026 when it debuts three newly amplified vacations on Ovation , Harmony and Liberty of the Seas. Vacationers have more choices than ever before for all-out adventures starting spring 2026 and can book the vacations now on Royal Caribbean’s website.

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JULY 10, 2025

Set to open in late summer 2026, Mailena will be Loreto’s first wellness resort and adults-only property, catering to couples, groups and solo travelers alike. The article Mexico’s first luxury wellness resort, Mailena, set to debut in 2026 first appeared in TravelDailyNews International.

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JUNE 27, 2025

Amtrak Cascades is getting a major upgrade, with a new fleet arriving in 2026 that promises a more comfortable and scenic experience for rail-bound attendees. This expansion comes ahead of Paisly’s planned rollout with United Airlines in 2026, signaling broader ambitions to power cruise offerings across multiple carriers.

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JULY 10, 2025

Budapest Airport , part of the VINCI Airports network, announces that Condor , one of Germany’s most established leisure and scheduled carriers, will commence operations from the Hungarian capital starting 1 May 2026. Condor will operate the route using its A320 fleet, with a planned seat capacity of 180 passengers per flight.

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JUNE 12, 2025

Read More: Cvent’s Top 5 Meeting Destinations Recent industry data from Cvent shows 58% of organizations plan to increase their volume of small, in-person events in 2025–2026. That either means more work for planners already managing large conferences or non-planners taking on some of the burden.

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JANUARY 10, 2025

Brand USA, a public-private partnership focused on increasing international travel, reported that in 2026, the U.S. Global meeting planners are exceeding expectations. is on track to welcome 90 million visitors one year ahead of the goal outlined by the National Travel and Tourism Strategy report. That number is up from 79 million in 2019.

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JUNE 12, 2025

BARCELONA, SPAIN – Shiji , the global hospitality technology innovator, announced the launch of its 2025/2026 Hospitality Distribution Technology Chart , offering the industry’s most up-to-date visual guide to the ever-changing world of hotel distribution. Social media evolving from an inspiration tool to a booking engine.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2025

He pointed to a joint SITE-IRF study that showed 32% of Western Europeans saying in 2024 that they didnt know what to expect in 2026.The The 2026 Hosts Global Forum will go to the ends of the earth to uncover more essential meeting truths by gathering in Alaska as guests of Alaska Destination Specialists.

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MAY 21, 2025

July 2026, hotel workers would also receive a health-care credit for the first time. The proposed new law applies to hotels with over 60 rooms and businesses operating within LAX.The wage increase will be implemented gradually, starting with $22.50 per hour this July.In

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JUNE 11, 2025

Finnair will start flights to Toronto, Canada, on 4 May 2026 and will have three weekly frequencies to the city next summer; on Mondays, Wednesdays and Sundays. The article Finnair starts flights to Toronto in Summer 2026 first appeared in TravelDailyNews International.

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JULY 1, 2025

Looking Ahead to 2026 With momentum sky-high and connections deeper than ever, planning is already underway for next year’s Experience Africa, which will run from 22–24 June 2026. What we saw this year is a maturing, future-facing industry that’s grounded in purpose, strengthened by partnership, and ready to lead.

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MARCH 31, 2025

From Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) 2023 to FIFA World Cup 2026, groups bring excitement, business and jobs to Seattle. In addition to hosting six FIFA World Cup games in June 2026, Seattle is set to host Club World Cup this June.

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JULY 2, 2025

CHICAGO – Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced plans for a luxury Park Hyatt hotel in the heart of downtown Vancouver , slated for 2026. The article Park Hyatt set to debut in Vancouver in 2026 first appeared in TravelDailyNews International.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Set to be completed in 2026, this transformation will introduce cutting-edge meeting rooms and facilities, upgraded ballrooms and exhibit space, and rooftop terrace boasting expansive gathering space and gorgeous views of the city skyline.

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JANUARY 15, 2025

In 2026, PCMA will celebrate Convening Leaders 70 th anniversary in the city where the conference began, Philadelphia. We were a house of brands, he said. We needed to refresh our brand to showcase the new tomorrow, he said of the circles in a circle punctuated by the tagline, Leading minds; Leading change.

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MARCH 28, 2025

From November 2025 through March 2026, Riviera will offer voyages ranging from 14 to 35 days, visiting hidden gems like Mystery Island in Vanuatu and Kangaroo Island in South Australia alongside iconic ports such as Sydney and Auckland. market with its inaugural private jet journey, Colors of the World , set to depart in March 2026.

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JUNE 10, 2025

ATLANTA— Informa announced today that Louisville, Kentucky will host Connect Spring Marketplace on April 14-16, 2026. Were thrilled to bring Connect Spring Marketplace to Louisville in 2026," said Matt Johnson, managing director at Informa Connect. Louisville has consistently proven to be an exceptional host city for our events.

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JULY 14, 2025

WestJet revealed its 2025/2026 winter schedule, featuring five new destinations. Canadians want value while escaping the cold, and WestJet’s 2025/2026 winter schedule delivers on both affordability and choice,” said John Weatherill , WestJet Group Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer. “By

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JANUARY 15, 2025

billion by 2026 as immersive, data-driven, and eco-friendly events become more in demand. More Accurate ROI Measurement : Robust analytics tie event outcomes (leads generated or sales closed) to specific marketing efforts. Next Steps for Event Marketers According to Exploding Topics.

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JUNE 10, 2025

Travel policies impact how quickly attendees at international events—and global sporting events such as FIFA World Cup coming up in 2026—can get visas to attend in person. “Congress must do the same [as the president] to keep the U.S. competitive on the global stage.”

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OCTOBER 24, 2024

44 stories of glass will make a stunning addition to the city’s skyline when Mutual of Omaha’s tower is complete in 2026. . $950 million expansion of Omaha’s airport (OMA), set to be ready in 2028, will double its size and add international travel options.

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JUNE 26, 2025

The next ACI Europe General Assembly and Annual Congress will be held in June 2026 in Prague, Czech Republic. The airports and aviation industry must evolve to uphold this mission while becoming climate-responsible, digitally secure, and socially inclusive.”

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JUNE 25, 2025

Lisbon Announced for 2026 Closing the conference on a high note, Chaulet announced Lisbon, Portugal, as the next destination for the next Global DMC Partners Connection, taking place January 8–11, 2026. To be considered for GDP Connection 2026, qualified planners are invited to contact their GDP sales advisor.

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JUNE 12, 2025

Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais , Secretary-General-elect of UN Tourism for the 2026–2029 term, took part in a panel session titled “Beyond Borders: The Role of Tourism in Economic Growth and Human Connection,” held during Investopia Global – Mediterranean in Cyprus. ABU DHABI – H.E. The session also featured the participation of H.E.

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JUNE 24, 2025

Departures are scheduled beginning the end of 2025 and throughout 2026. “It’s about waking up somewhere extraordinary, sharing meals prepared by real families, and discovering the kind of travel magic that can only happen in small numbers.”

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