​Qantas and Jetstar will connect Western Sydney to some of Australia’s favourite domestic destinations, with Jetstar to launch the first commercial passenger service when Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport (WSI) opens on Sunday 25 October 2026.  

​Following the announcement of the return of the World Gourmet Festival at Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel from 29 September to 4 October 2026, this year’s festival celebrates an extraordinary culinary collaboration between Latin America, France and the United States, while unveiling the first three internationally acclaimed chefs confirmed for the event.  

​Emirates has expanded its Travel Rehearsal programme to Zambia, continuing its commitment to make air travel more inclusive and accessible in Africa and across the globe.

Uncertainty around airport and aircraft procedures, coupled with concerns on unknown sensory stimuli, are key concerns for travellers and families with accessibility requirements – a study on AutismTravel.com revealed that 78% of families report feeling hesitant to travel or visit new places. In its role as the world’s first Autism-Certified Airline, Emirates ideated the global Travel Rehearsal initiative, to help remove this barrier.  

​Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, and Real Madrid CF, the world’s most successful football club have renewed their partnership, extending one of the highest profile sponsorships in football through to 2031, and cementing a relationship that will span close to two decades.  

​The Carlton, a Rocco Forte hotel in Milan, unveils “The Milan Vintage Edit”, a carefully curated itinerary through fashion, design and haute jewellery, conceived for connoisseurs of collecting and heritage culture.

Created exclusively for Rocco Forte Hotels guests by The Maptique – a Milan-based creative agency renowned for designing and delivering high-end curated itineraries – “The Milan Vintage Edit” offers an insider’s introduction to the city’s vintage scene. The walking route leads guests to a selection of boutiques specialising in archival pieces, ateliers and historic addresses that have shaped Milan’s creative identity.