​Holland America Line unveils 2028 Grand Voyages

Holland America Line has announced the itineraries for its two 2028 Grand Voyages. Guests can choose between a 129-day circumnavigation of the globe on the Grand World Voyage or a 90-day Grand Australia & New Zealand Voyage.  

​Banyan Tree Phuket has unveiled a new chapter of intimate, all-inclusive luxury with the launch of their new Spa Pool Villas, a boutique adults-only villa lifestyle designed for travellers seeking meaningful connection, privacy, and a deeper sense of wellbeing.
Nestled within a lush oasis overlooking a tranquil lagoon, the exclusive collection comprises ten expansive villas, each crafted as a private sanctuary where thoughtful design, curated experiences, and personalised service come together to create an immersive stay.  

​Day 2 of Arival 360 Valencia 2026 delivered a sharp, wide‑ranging look at the forces reshaping the global experiences sector. From the challenges of ticketing and crowd management to the realities of AI‑driven distribution to geopolitical tensions, the day underscored a sector adapting with agility, creativity and data‑driven discipline.

Across keynotes, debates and town‑hall discussions, speakers highlighted the need for smarter marketing, clearer product definitions, stronger collaboration and technology‑enabled resilience as traveller expectations continue to evolve.  

​Cruise.co.uk will make its television debut from today (May 1, 2026), appearing in a 30-minute repeated programme across the Sky network.

Hosted by Tony Andrews, cruise.co.uk managing director, and Holly Crabtree, cruise expert and content creator, the programme showcases a selection of cruise and stay packages, alongside offering travel tips and advice for first-time cruisers.  

​Mr. Azar Saliba will assume the role of Managing Director of Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab, effective 6 May. Since joining Jumeirah in 2006, Azar has held a number of leadership roles across the portfolio, including at Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Jumeirah Mina Al Salam, and Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf. He has served as General Manager since 2015, first at Jumeirah Al Qasr, and more recently at Jumeirah Al Naseem.