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Last Thursday, ITTN’s Katie travelled to Dubai with the Dubai Tourism Board, ahead of Arabian Travel Market happening this week. Her eight-day trip has already taken her into the heart of Dubai’s luxurious hotels, immersive experiences and exceptional dining.

EXPLORA III, the third ship in the Explora Journeys fleet, made her maiden call to Greencastle on Friday 12 September, welcoming 30 Travel Advisors from across Ireland onboard.

Etihad Airways has launched its Beyond Borders product and experience, further enhancing its passenger experience.

Windstar Cruises has announced three new European landmarks for inclusion on its 2027 complimentary Destination Discovery Events itinerary.

Marriott International has signed an agreement with Özak GYO to introduce its first luxury, all-inclusive resort in the Europe, Middle East & Africa region.

Oceania Cruises - NCL Group's culinary-focused luxury cruise line - has announced the industry's first entirely gluten-free ocean voyage.

The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts has announced a new five-star luxury hotel - The First Cortina - will open in the heart of Cortina d’Ampezzo, in early December. Located on Corso Italia, in the heart of the Dolomites, the 76-bedroom/suites property has undergone a complete renovation and transformation led by Studio Marincola Architects around the principles of conservation and wellbeing. Rather than creating another luxury hotel defined by conventional Alpine references, the d

Explora Journeys has announced two new Journey Collections for its traditional Northern Winter 2027-2028 season, offering guests a distinct choice of horizons: a sun-soaked summer escape into the wild frontiers of South America aboard EXPLORA I, or an embrace of quiet, atmospheric light and richer connections across the Mediterranean and Atlantic Islands aboard EXPLORA V.

A&K Sanctuary, the boutique luxury lodge, camp and riverboat collection from AKTG, will open Samkani Camp on Bolivia's Salar de Uyuni in late 2027, giving guests the rare opportunity to stay directly on the world's largest salt flat. The camp is built entirely from Airstreams: five architect-designed Airstream suites, plus a sixth Airstream at its heart serving as the dining and lounge space. It offers the most elevated way yet to experience one of South America's most otherw

RIU Hotels & Resorts has announced its debut in Thailand with the launch of Riu Palace Phuket, a sophisticated 5-star establishment.

Etihad Airways has introduced Etihad Wellbeing, a new programme bringing together the airline's latest product and service enhancements designed to help guests travel more comfortably and arrive feeling rested and refreshed.

Luxury cruise line Cunard has announced a refurbishment of Queen Mary 2, marking a new chapter for the world's only ocean liner as she prepares to enter dry dock in spring 2027.

Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel, the grand dame of Thai luxury hospitality, has embarked on a transformative new chapter following a comprehensive $50 million enhancement. For more than four decades, the landmark property in the Thai kingdom’s capital has welcomed generations of discerning travellers, hosted world leaders and celebrities and played a defining role in Bangkok's emergence as one of Asia's most celebrated destinations. The newly reimagined Anantara Siam strengthens

Dublin’s Brooks Hotel has been accepted into Small Luxury Hotels of the World™ (SLH), an exclusive global community of independently minded luxury hotels spanning more than 90 countries. As part of the SLH portfolio, Brooks Hotel joins a carefully curated collection of independent hotels recognised for their high standards of service, individuality and strong sense of place. Brooks Hotel, a member of the MHL Hotel Collection, joins its sister property, the five star Glenlo

Qatar Airways has entered a Memorandum of Understanding with Priority Pass, the world’s largest independent airport lounge and travel experiences programme, to offer enhanced value and rewards to business travellers through its Beyond Business corporate travel programme.

Emirates has announced a further enhancement to its is elevating its award-winning Premium Economy experience - with the launch of the world’s first electrically powered Premium Economy seat, featuring a full-height adjustable privacy screen between every seat.

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has launched its new Brochure for its 2027 Spectacular Journeys of the World Collection, as the luxury operator continues to deliver even more seamless and immersive, ultra-luxury journeys by river, rail and road.

Seabourn has opened bookings for its 2029 World Cruise: Iconic Islands & Remote Horizons, a 138-day luxury voyage aboard Seabourn Quest.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises - the leading ultra-luxury cruise line - has unveiled its largest-ever wellness offering aboard Seven Seas Prestige.

Food lovers looking for an excuse to escape to the North Coast of Ireland this autumn can add Dunluce Lodge in Portrush to their diary, as the five-star hotel unveils a trio of special food and wine experiences celebrating exceptional local produce, international wines and some of the region’s finest culinary talent. The intimate 35-suite Dunluce Lodge, overlooking the fourth fairway of Royal Portrush Golf Club and close to Whiterocks Beach, has quickly established itself as