The summer crowds have dispersed, Christmas markets soon fill the squares and the charming city of Lisbon will be glowing with holiday lights and decorations. With mild temps, winter is an ideal time to spend time in Lisbon’s many museums, try its famous pastries and explore its charming streets, all walking distance from the centrally located AlmaLusa Hotels. Plus, the hotels are offering great Fall + Winter Stay Perks for bookings made by Nov. 30:

An enchanting island resort immersed in natural luxury, Amilla Maldives has introduced its latest wellness residencies, inviting guests to embark on a transformative journey towards greater physical vitality, mental clarity, and holistic wellbeing. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) expert Dr. Lim Xiang Jun, founder of Singapore’s The Modern Traditional Doctor, will lead a Golden Week residency until 9 October; while Dr. Tridendra Shakya guides guests in rediscovering their balance and harmony from 13 to 31 October.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s largest hotel franchising companies, welcomed senior representatives from the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), the UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism, and leading hospitality and real estate organisations to a cocktail reception held ahead of FHS World Dubai 2026. Hosted at TRYP by Wyndham Dubai on 28 September, the evening brought together government and tourism stakeholders, hotel owners, developers and consultants to connect and exchange perspectives on the continued development of the UAE’s hospitality sector.

The Caribbean Media Exchange (CMEx) will celebrate veteran hotelier and Caribbean tourism leader Josef Forstmayr as a 2026 leadership laureate at the CMEx Leadership Awards and Fundraiser on Sunday, Dec. 6 at Loews Coral Gables Hotel in the Miami area. Forstmayr has been welcoming guests to Round Hill Hotel and Villas since becoming managing director in 1989. Under his leadership, the iconic Jamaican resort has earned numerous international honors including the World Travel Awards’ “Best Villas” title for consecutive years, AAA’s Four Diamond Award of Excellence and the Brass Key Award for “Most Romantic Resort.” Round Hill has also been featured on Condé Nast Traveler’s Gold List and Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best list.

The Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO) State of the Tourism Industry Conference (SOTIC) 2026 is officially underway in Georgetown, Guyana, welcoming tourism leaders, industry partners, researchers, media, students and other stakeholders from across the Caribbean and beyond.

Air Cambodia is strengthening its connectivity between India and Cambodia with the introduction of a third weekly direct flight from Delhi to Phnom Penh, effective 17 December 2026. The additional Thursday frequency will complement the existing Tuesday and Saturday services, offering travellers greater flexibility and more opportunities to explore Cambodia.

River cruise line VIVA Cruises has launched its first travel agent selling guide. The guide highlights key brand USPs, including its ‘freedom, flexibility and choice’ ethos; fleet information on each of its nine ships; key cabin and suite features; and details of VIVA’s all-inclusive onboard offering. A dedicated section for the VIVA Boutique programme outlines itineraries on new ships VIVA BEYOND and VIVA UNIQUE, as well as additional onboard benefits, such as three restaurants being on offer and half of the accommodation comprising suites.