ASMALLWORLD AG announces a new global collaboration with Miles&Smiles, the frequent flyer programme of Turkish Airlines, as part of its continued expansion of premium airline partnerships. ASMALLWORLD members can now access 35,000, 250,000, and 500,000 Miles&Smiles miles, respectively, further enriching the travel benefits available through the ASMALLWORLD travel ecosystem.

The success of the WTTC 2025 Global Summit in Rome, Italy has created a surge in destinations competing to host future editions in the coming years. A record 15 destinations across four continents have formally expressed interest, signalling renewed confidence in the global Travel & Tourism sector.

Marriott International, Inc. announced an exceptional year of growth across Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) in 2025 with more than 230 organic signings representing over 31,000 rooms. Marriott also added 170 properties and nearly 24,000 rooms across EMEA last year, contributing to a 7.8% net rooms growth in the region. “2025 was another strong year for Marriott International in EMEA defined by strategic expansion and segment-wide momentum across the region,” said Satya Anand, President, Europe, Middle East & Africa, Marriott International. “We continued to grow our portfolio with purpose by expanding into new destinations, scaling our brands thoughtfully and offering even more diverse experiences for our guests and Marriott Bonvoy members. Our robust growth is a testament to the dedication of our teams and the trust of our owners, and we remain committed to shaping the future of travel in the region.”

reclaim, the recently launched premium luggage management network, continues its US expansion adding service for voco The Darwin Atlanta Midtown hotel, an IHG branded property. Guests and travelers will now have a lighter travel experience between the hotel and Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport with on-demand luggage handling. Additionally, by implementing reclaim’s luggage management platform the property will reduce baggage related bottlenecks and improve guest satisfaction.

Group travel is on the rise, but if the thought of crossing the globe with a group of strangers feels a little daunting, WeRoad’s new Weekend trips offer a gentler way to test the waters, allowing travellers to make the most of limited annual leave.

The Dubai-based carrier has delivered another strong financial performance for its financial year ending 31 December 2025, reporting a pre-tax profit of AED 2.2 billion (USD 591 million). Total revenue reached AED 13.6 billion (USD 3.7 billion), representing an increase of 6% compared to AED 12.8 billion (USD 3.5 billion) in 2024.

Shortly before the start of ITB Berlin from 3 to 5 March 2026, the international travel industry is sending a clear signal: year-on-year, international trips worldwide rose by four per cent in 2025. The latest findings of the World Travel Monitor® by IPK International confirm the continuing upward trend of recent years, and that increases are back in single digits. The strong growth rates in international tourism are approaching pre-pandemic levels again.