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Venice gets a luxury refresh with major hotel openings in 2026

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The major hospitality brands opening new hotels in Europe in 2026

Nearly 124,000 new hotel rooms are projected across Europe this year, with global hospitality giants among the most anticipated openings.

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Enjoy a five-star stay at these award-winning European hotels

Hotels in Barcelona, Zurich, Montenegro and the French Riviera were new five-star winners in Forbes Travel Guide’s 2026 Star Awards.

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I stayed in a restored party mansion in rural India

In recent years, the Chettinad area has seen an uptick in tourism, as new hotels have opened in restored mansions and the nearest airport expanded.

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Major fire at Courchevel's Grandes Alpes hotel, hundreds evacuated

A major fire at the Grandes Alpes hotel in Courchevel led to the evacuation of nearly 300 people. Over 100 firefighters are battling the blaze, with four suffering minor injuries.

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Why visiting Japan in cherry blossom season could cost less this year

Both independent travel and tour packages are seeing more competitive pricing this year.

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Tourists are slowly returning to war-torn Libya after over a decade

Over the last two years, Libya has been making a deliberate push to attract international tourism.

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Why these one-of-a-kind saunas should be your 2026 itinerary

"The Nordics are redefining wellness in ways that feel both ancient and thrillingly modern,” says Off the Map Travel.

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Inside the world’s tallest hotel, which has just opened in Dubai

All the rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows to take advantage of the panoramic vistas.

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How hospitality experts decide which are the world’s 50 best hotels

The 50 Best brand has gained a reputation for credibility and impartiality because it is transparent about how its rankings are generated.

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The quiet coastline where Italians in-the-know holiday

Even in the height of summer peak season, Maratea is a dreamy oasis of tranquillity and slow living, devoid of crowds.

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Deadly blaze tears through hotel in Kolkata, killing at least 14

At least 14 people have died after a fire swept through a hotel in central Kolkata, eastern India, police confirmed on Wednesday.

Travel News

Inside Italy’s crackdown on fake hotel and restaurant reviews

Italy’s new rules aim to tackle both mistaken and malicious reviews by requiring proof of a visit and banning incentives for positive comments.

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For laid-back luxury and fewer crowds, stay in Hanoi's French Quarter

With wide boulevards and a lake, the French Quarter provides a little more breathing space than the Old Quarter.

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I found crowd-free onsen and artisan masters in Japan’s Gifu province

It is now easier to reach Gifu prefecture from Europe with direct flights from Helsinki to Nagoya.

Turkey

At least 76 dead after fire engulfed a ski resort in northwest Turkey

Nine people detained as part of an investigation Turkey is conducting after a fire broke out at a popular ski resort killing at least 76 people.

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LA wildfire victims offered free Airbnbs and discounted hotels

Dozens of hospitality and tourism businesses are offering their support to residents and travellers forced to flee from fire-impacted areas.