Michael B. Gaehler to Lead 25hours Hotel The Oddbird
25hours Hotel The Oddbird in Jakarta names seasoned hotelier Michael B. Gaehler as general manager, signaling a focused new phase for the brand’s Asia debut.
Oliver Brandt
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France Tourism’s 75Mt CO₂ Burden Deepens Climate Strain
New data show France’s tourism footprint hitting 75 million tons of CO₂ in 2023, intensifying climate risks and testing the country’s decarbonisation strategy.
Brightline Safety and Financial Strains Put Florida Rail at Risk
Brightline’s mounting death toll, funding gaps and bond downgrades are intensifying doubts about the long‑term safety, reliability and viability of Florida’s flagship private rail line.
Saudi Arabia Adds Russia to Expanding Gulf Visa-Free Network
Saudi Arabia’s new visa-free deal with Russia aligns with wider Gulf liberalization, offering three‑month stays and reinforcing fast‑deepening diplomatic and tourism ties.
JetBlue, China Airlines Link Loyalty for 100+ Destinations
JetBlue and Taiwan’s China Airlines are rolling out reciprocal mileage redemptions, giving U.S. and Asia‑Pacific travelers new ways to book awards across 100-plus destinations.
Oil Turbulence Hits African Travelers As Inflation Bites
Kenya and several African peers face mounting cost-of-living and travel pressures as renewed U.S.-Iran tensions keep oil markets volatile and transport prices elevated.
Karnataka Tightens Homestay Safety With GPS and Police Checks
Karnataka moves to tighten safety at homestays after a high-profile assault in Kodagu, introducing GPS-linked police beats and stricter guest and staff monitoring.
UN Tourism Debuts Free WhatsApp Hospitality Course
UN Tourism has launched a free WhatsApp-based hospitality course, expanding mobile-friendly training in business skills, customer service and sustainability for tourism workers.
How Kyrgyzstan’s Organized Travel Is Recasting Central Asia
As visitor numbers surge, Kyrgyzstan is using guided treks, community tourism and new infrastructure to redefine what exploration in Central Asia looks like.
Cambridge South Station to Open in June, Transforming UK Rail Links
Cambridge’s long-awaited South station will open in late June 2026, promising faster regional rail links, better job access and new travel options across the UK.
Virgin Atlantic Debuts ChatGPT Flight App for Smarter Booking
Virgin Atlantic is piloting a ChatGPT powered app that aims to make searching, comparing and booking flights faster, more intuitive and highly personalized.
Delano Brings First African Hotel & Residences to Marrakech
Lifestyle hospitality group Ennismore and Moroccan developer YAMED are bringing the Delano brand to Marrakech with a luxury hotel and branded residences opening by 2030.
Why Croatia Is Europe’s Standout Summer Escape for 2026
Record tourism, new flight routes and design-led coastal hotels are propelling Croatia alongside Spain, Italy, France and Greece as a top summer choice in 2026.
Heathrow Passenger Drop Exposes UK to Fuel Shock Fallout
A sharp fall in Heathrow traffic reveals how soaring jet fuel prices and the Middle East crisis are reshaping UK travel links to key Gulf and regional markets.
Uzbekistan and Pakistan Deepen Tourism Alliance With New Deals
Uzbekistan and Pakistan are accelerating tourism cooperation through new agreements on joint packages, marketing and connectivity aimed at boosting regional travel flows and investment.