Plaza Premium Group’s Terminal 3 Aerotel recognised for redefining rest at the airport as the brand celebrates its 10th anniversary

Under the auspices of the Ministry of Housing, Utilities and Urban Communities, the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Egypt will take place on 10–11 November 2026 at the Sofitel Downtown Cairo Nile, bringing together investors, developers, hotel operators, government leaders and industry experts to explore the opportunities shaping Egypt’s next phase of hospitality, tourism and real estate growth. Held under the theme “Where Heritage Inspires Investment,” FHS Egypt will provide a dedicated platform for investment dialogue, market intelligence, and strategic partnerships, connecting the stakeholders behind Egypt’s most significant hospitality opportunities.

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is adding 14 flights between Dubai and Durban across December 2026 and January 2027, giving customers more opportunities to travel during the busy festive season. Whether heading home to celebrate with family and friends, escaping the Northern Hemisphere’s winter for South Africa’s balmy summer, or making the most of the year-end break to explore somewhere new, the additional frequencies will offer more choice and connectivity during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.

Volotea, the airline connecting small and mid-sized European cities, was recognized as “Europe’s Leading Low-Cost Airline” for the fifth time at the 33rd edition of the World Travel Awards. The ceremony took place on Saturday, October 17th, in Kotor, Montenegro, bringing together leading figures from the international travel, tourism and hospitality sectors. Gilles Gosselin, Volotea’s Director of France, collected the award on the airline’s behalf.

Jennifer Griffith’s contributions to Jamaican tourism span long-term destination planning, investment in the sector’s development and retirement security for its workers. This December, the Caribbean Media Exchange (CMEx) will recognize that record of public service at its 2026 Leadership Awards and Fundraiser. Griffith, permanent secretary in Jamaica’s Ministry of Tourism, will be honored on Sunday, Dec. 6, at Loews Coral Gables Hotel in South Florida, alongside fellow leaders whose work has advanced tourism, media and community development across the Caribbean.

Cruise executives, port and destination representatives and tourism partners gathered in San Juan Oct. 12-16 for the 32nd annual Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) Cruise Conference & Trade Show to discuss industry priorities and explore business opportunities across the Caribbean and Latin America. Hosted by the Puerto Rico Tourism Company, the event combined leadership panels, workshops, one-on-one meetings and a trade show, giving participants direct access to cruise line decision-makers. Puerto Rican music, culture and hospitality provided a spirited welcome at the opening and throughout the conference.

World Travel Market London will mark the 20th anniversary of its prestigious Ministers’ Summit this November, bringing together around 50 tourism ministers alongside global industry leaders to strengthen resilience, drive regeneration and set a shared direction for collective action. Taking place on Wednesday 4 November, the Summit is organised by WTM London, powered by RX, in association with UN Tourism and the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC). The milestone edition will explore how governments and the tourism industry can work together to build a more resilient and regenerative future for the sector.