Travel Industry

Founded in 1926, American Airlines celebrates its centennial by rolling out special liveries, onboard surprises, and tributes across the travel experience in 2026

The Met Office warns of snow, sleet, and ice in the UK from Monday into Tuesday, with travel disruptions expected on roads, railways, and flights; the UK Health Security Agency has issued amber warnings in place until January 9

Norwegian Cruise Line has rolled out more than 370 sailings worldwide for winter 2027, bringing back Free at Sea Plus, offering longer port stays and more onboard perks, including premium drinks, Starbucks beverages, and streaming WiFi

The train line connecting central Berlin and the airport will switch to a new route, offering significantly shortened travel times. Passengers from other cities will also benefit from improved service

A new global model invites cities to reward visitors for small acts that help local communities, inspired by Copenhagen’s successful CopenPay program. "Tourists don’t just want to see a city anymore, they want to be part of it."

After reports of heavy exchange of fire, artillery fire, and airstrikes, both American embassies warn: Avoid traveling within 50 km of the Cambodia-Thailand border due to unpredictable security situation and limited assistance capacity

Aviation giant Emirates has introduced the new Asia Pass card, which will allow you to plan and combine flights between popular destinations in East Asia on one ticket; passengers can choose up to 10 domestic flights, in partnership with local airlines

Starting Feb 2026, passengers without REAL ID can pay $45 to verify their identity at security checkpoints using TSA Confirm.ID; the fee will cover a 10-day travel period and will be available at select airports

Technology giant Samsung has launched the Smart Tagged Baggage service that lets you place a tiny device in your suitcase and attach a location report to your lost luggage complaint. Initially, the service will only work with one airline, with others joining later

The US Embassy in Dar es Salaam issues a warning to citizens ahead of calls for nationwide protests, warning of riots, possible curfews, roadblocks, internet shutdowns, and flight and ferry cancellations

Chodorov takes the helm of Diesenhaus, succeeding Chani Sobol as of January 2026: "Excited to lead Diesenhaus into its 100th year with our dedicated team, driving innovation and growth"

Global Council Calls for Transition to Sustainable Aviation Fuel