Travel demand across Europe is at its highest level since 2020, but travellers are cutting budgets, shortening trips, and choosing destinations more carefully. President of the European Travel Commission: "The continued strength in travel intentions for this spring and summer shows that Europeans remain highly motivated to travel, even in a more complex global environment"
Etihad Airways will introduce its Quiet Cabins concept from May 1, aiming to reduce onboard noise and create a more peaceful travel experience on select next-generation aircraft. The airline has also inked a new frequent flyer partnership with India's largest hotel company
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines have moved to a shared booking system, aimed at improving travel across both brands. Highlights: unified airport lounges, complimentary drinks, and alphabetical boarding. "Credit to our teams who have worked for more than a year on this milestone that removes friction"
Travel website Expedia has ranked the world's most aging destinations for vacation searches. In first place: an Italian gem in Sardinia that you probably haven't visited yet. And which Greek island managed to make it into the top five?
Qatar: Airlines have resumed flights at Hamad International Airport as of April 21, 2026. Passengers are advised to check schedules for updates and bookings
SriLankan Airlines has partnered with flynas to boost travel between Sri Lanka and Saudi Arabia, offering smoother connections across domestic and global routes. SriLankan: "Strengthening ties through shared skies and enhanced connections"
London faces a major two-part Tube strike on April 21 and 23, followed by a bus strike scheduled on Friday, April 24. Heathrow routes will be affected. Passengers have been urged to plan ahead
After 46 years: Guernsey Airport welcomed the inaugural flight from British Airways to London Heathrow Airport, launching a new daily service between the two airports
Aegean Airlines resumes flights to Israel early
Air India partners with WestJet to improve connections across Canada and the US via single-ticket itineraries. The agreement creates "meaningful new travel options" while "improving the end-to-end journey for travelers"
