The Hungarian airline announced the opening of a new route to Chania, Crete: "We are not just launching a flight; we are opening a new, accessible bridge to the heart of the Aegean Sea, bringing Greece even closer"
10 RON per night (around 2 euros) for every tourist starting January 1, 2026: Bucharest joins European cities imposing accommodation taxes, with the collection done through hotels and apartments to invest directly in urban tourism
The landscaping is beautifully green and well-kept, the lobby and rooms are nicely decorated, the swimming pool is heated, and the food tastes great. We visited the Ayala Hotel in Kibbutz Ayelet HaShahar, part of the Isrotel Collection. What does the hotel have to offer? And how much will you pay for the pleasure?
Passport Group concludes a landmark year, marking 30 years of innovation, influence and industry leadership, while unveiling a forward-looking strategic vision to continue shaping the future of tourism and aviation with a strong focus on digital transformation, content-driven travel, and the clear sense that the first three decades were only the beginning. The year-end celebration brought together key leaders and senior executives from the tourism industry, in partnership with Hilton worldwide
**Philippines Seeks Israeli Tourists**
Low-cost carrier Wizz Air continues to announce new destinations at a rapid pace, with new connections from Tirana, Palma de Mallorca, and Rome to popular destinations on the list
Turkish airline Pegasus Airlines, which recently acquired Czech Airlines and Smartwings, has signed another strategic move, becoming the official airline of Chelsea Football Club. The transaction amounts were not disclosed
MSC Magnifica has completed a fast-track refurbishment in Malta, preparing the ship for Mediteranean cruises and a 2026 world voyage; the 15-year-old ship has completed one of MSC’s biggest recent refurbishments, with new dining options and premium spaces debuting this winter
The US authorities have issued a "blue" winter storm warning on the East Coast, which is expected to bring snow and sub-zero temperatures just before Christmas. Airports are warning of delays during the busiest days of the year
Ethiopian Airlines has inaugurated a new 5,500-square-meter lounge at its home port in Addis Ababa, showing "unwavering commitment to deliver an end-to-end, world-class hospitality". The company is also running a year-end sale to a variety of global destinations
