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To celebrate its 153rd anniversary, Holland America Line marked its enduring Dutch roots with the official naming of its newest signature tulip – “Savour the Journey” – during a ceremony at the iconic Keukenhof Gardens in the Netherlands. The vibrant orange tulip serves as a living symbol of the brand’s Dutch heritage and longstanding ties to Dutch culture, craftsmanship and tradition. 

Autograph Collection Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of extraordinary hotel brands, announces its debut in India with the opening of Noormahal, Delhi NCR Karnal, Autograph Collection – a 176-room collectors’ palace along the historic Grand Trunk Road in Karnal, Haryana – making it Marriott Bonvoy’s 19th brand in the country.

Wizz Air, London’s local airline, is giving British travellers the chance to swap predictable holidays for something far less expected, with the return of its Let’s Get Lost campaign. A select group of 30 winners will board a flight departing from London Luton Airport on Saturday 9 May to a destination that will remain a

Minor Hotels, a leading global hotel owner and operator, announces its first Colbert Collection property in the UK: The WestDill Mayfair Hotel London, Colbert Collection will open in London in Q4 this year. This announcement represents a key strategic step for Minor Hotels to launch a hotel at the heart of this global gateway city. 

After more than three years on the international stage as the most premium and sustainable water brand powered by patented Swiss technology, BE WTR is now firmly establishing itself as the UAE’s leading choice. Bottled locally in glass and designed with a clear focus on quality and responsibility, it delivers exceptional taste, optimal hydration, and

Scenic Group, encompassing Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and Emerald Cruises, has announced the appointment of Shane Lewis-Riley as director of trade sales and partnerships. In his new role, Lewis-Riley will lead the trade sales team, working closely with agent partners while also driving new ideas and generating incremental business through strategic partnership opportunities.

Online travel specialist cruise.co.uk has expanded its collection of cruise and stay packages with the launch of a ‘Florida Thrill and Hero Caribbean Chill’ itinerary. The 15-night trip consists of a seven-night Caribbean cruise on Royal Caribbean’s upcoming new ship Hero of the Seas; a five-night stay in Orlando; two nights in Miami; and complimentary

Virgin Atlantic has become the first airline in the world to launch an app within ChatGPT, opening up a new way for customers to discover and plan their next trip simply by asking. Building on Virgin Atlantic’s AI-powered Concierge, the Virgin Atlantic app in ChatGPT allows customers to search for flights using everyday language, whether

BTN caught up with James Dow, UK General Manager at Blacklane, on how commuters and visitors can navigate the disruption – particularly when it comes to time-sensitive journeys like airport transfers, events and meetings. His advice focuses on how people can reduce risk and stay mobile during widespread network shutdowns, rather than simply avoid travel

Cultural drivers are no longer just inspiring travel—it is directly driving booking behavior, with measurable spikes linked to films, series and concerts, according to Civitatis booking trends and recent industry data. A recent surge in global interest in South Korea following the cultural impact of KPop Demon Hunters reflects a broader structural shift: travelers are