Tuhin Sarkar

The Maldives is about to welcome a new island resort as Atmosphere Core signs its 10th resort, ONE BANYAN Amaraa Faru, for a March 2027 opening. The new property will introduce a different take on luxury in Kaafu Atoll, combining contemporary design with Maldivian craftsmanship, nature and flexible experiences. With 118 beach and overwater villas, every accommodation will feature a private pool. The resort will also bring several restaurants, a spa, water sports, wellness facilities and family-focused amenities. For travellers seeking something beyond conventional resort stays, ONE BANYAN Amaraa Faru is positioned as a more individual, experience-led addition to the Maldives.

Club Med unveils a major family resort transformation, adding new rooms, experiences, sports and dining as the island destination prepares for a more immersive premium holiday.

Dubai retail real estate sales surged 177% to AED3.8bn in H1 2026, while transactions jumped 56%. Yet new leases fell sharply, revealing a market where buyers are bullish but tenants are cautious.

Korea Tourism is making a major push in Chennai, and the latest roadshow suggests that Tamil Nadu is becoming an increasingly important market for Korea-bound Indian travellers. At the Korea Tourism roadshow, more than 500 travel trade professionals met 16 Korean destination management companies and five airline partners.

Emerging Travel Group is partnering with Rippla to give travel brands a sharper influencer marketing option.

Erawaan at The Claridges bags Thailand’s prestigious Thai SELECT recognition, putting authentic Thai cuisine firmly in focus as the restaurant strengthens its culinary credentials.

Grosseto joins Cecina as Italian cities face unusual severe lightning, while a mesocyclone develops over Tuscany. Over 200 emergency interventions follow as storms disrupt the region. Italy faces unusual severe lightning as a mesocyclone develops over Tuscany, unleashing violent weather and prompting over 200 emergency interventions across affected areas.

From Zaha Hadid's futuristic architectural vision to sustainability initiatives, digital guest services and the growing use of artificial intelligence, ME Dubai by Meliá is positioning itself at the intersection of design, technology and modern luxury hospitality.

Spain joins the United Kingdom and other nations in targeting American tourists, chasing bigger tourism revenue and a fuller pocket. New routes and regional campaigns are reshaping Europe's tourism race. European tourism authorities are sharpening their focus on American travellers, with destinations across the continent investing in targeted marketing campaigns, airline partnerships, luxury travel programmes and regional tourism initiatives.

US tourism is facing a deeper slump as overseas visitor numbers decline, while UK tourism sees softer American travellers demand. This comparative analysis examines the contrasting fortunes of both destinations. The US has recorded falling overseas visitation, raising concerns for airlines, hotels, attractions and other tourism businesses.