The Dead Sea Marriott Resort & Spa has once again been voted as Jordan’s Best Incentive Hotel 2026 at the prestigious World MICE Awards, reaffirming its position as one of the country’s leading destinations for incentive travel and corporate events. Widely regarded as one of the travel industry’s most respected accolades, the World MICE Awards celebrate excellence across the global tourism and hospitality sectors. This latest recognition highlights the resort’s continued commitment to creating memorable, well-executed experiences for incentive groups, corporate travelers, and event planners from Jordan and around the world.

Recent booking data* from leading travel agency SuperEscapes has revealed some of the most popular destinations for winter holidays. With the traditional festive markets of Europe and the warmer climes of Malta, Benidorm and Thailand proving popular, SuperEscapes is seeing an average booking lead time of six to eight weeks for winter breaks, with November and January being the most popular months to travel. Continuing the rising trend of ‘microcations’ – shorter, more intentional holidays that last just a few days – UK travellers are opting for short city breaks and four- to five-night winter sun escapes throughout some of Europe’s most popular destinations.

Princess Cruises, a leader in global destination cruising, announces its expansive 2028–2029 Caribbean & Beyond programme, offering more to explore with over 250 departures and an extraordinary variety of holidays spanning the Caribbean, North, Central and South America, the Pacific, and Antarctica. From the sun-drenched islands of the Caribbean to Hawaii, Mexico and the California Coast, and the storied ports of Canada & New England and south to the Amazon River, Patagonia and Antarctica, these voyage offerings give guests remarkable opportunities to explore the Caribbean & Beyond by sea. Voyages range from convenient four-night West Coast getaways to an epic new 64-night Circle South America adventure.

Princess Cruises wins World’s Best Culinary Cruise Ship 2026 at the World Culinary Awards. There are few pleasures more closely associated with travel than discovering somewhere new through its food. A memorable meal can capture the spirit of a destination, introduce an unfamiliar flavour or turn an ordinary evening into an occasion. On board Star Princess, the newest generation of Princess Cruises’ culinary experience brings that philosophy to sea, with an extraordinary collection of restaurants, chef collaborations and dining concepts that make eating one of the defining pleasures of the voyage.

Winner of the World’s Best Cruise Line for Shore Excursions 2026 at the World Cruise Awards. For many travellers, the true magic of a cruise begins when the ship slips into a new harbour. One morning might bring the promise of ancient ruins rising above the Mediterranean, the next a tropical island fringed by turquoise water, or a distant city whose markets, architecture and cuisine offer an entirely different perspective on the world. For Princess Cruises, the art of turning these moments into memorable experiences has earned international recognition, with the line named World’s Best Cruise Line for Shore Excursions 2026 at the World Cruise Awards.

Winner of the World’s Best Culinary Festival 2026 at the World Culinary Awards. Few experiences offer a more intimate introduction to a country than its food. In Vietnam, where fragrant herbs, vibrant street-food traditions, generations-old recipes and regional specialities shape everyday life, cuisine is an essential part of the national identity. Celebrating this extraordinary diversity, the Saigontourist Group Culinary Culture and Delicacies Festival has once again attracted international acclaim, winning World’s Best Culinary Festival 2026 at the World Culinary Awards.

Winner of North America’s Best Japanese Cuisine Restaurant 2026 at the World Culinary Awards. Japanese cuisine is a world of extraordinary contrasts: quiet restraint and theatrical presentation, delicate flavours and profound depth, time-honoured traditions and a constant appetite for refinement. In Vancouver, a city whose Pacific setting and international outlook have helped cultivate a sophisticated dining culture, Masayoshi has earned international recognition, winning North America’s Best Japanese Cuisine Restaurant 2026 at the World Culinary Awards.