Newsletter - 26th May 2026

Daily News Updates / 26th May 2026

Hospitality
Hotel Loyalty Programmes Evolve as Indian Travellers Prioritise Experiences and Lifestyle Rewards Marriott Bonvoy has revealed a major shift in travel loyalty behaviour across Asia Pacific, with hotel groups increasingly redesigning reward programmes around experiences, d... READ MORE

Travel Trade
Edge NYC to Unveil Immersive Sky-High Experience Featuring New York’s Largest Kaleidoscope Edge NYC is set to introduce a major new immersive attraction at Hudson Yards on June 11, transforming the iconic observation destination with a series of multi-sen... READ MORE

Travel Trade
Brazil Records Strongest-Ever Tourism Performance Across 10 Key International Markets Embratur, Brazil’s tourism promotion agency, has reported record-breaking growth in international visitor arrivals from 10 major global source markets during the first four mont... READ MORE

Events
WTTC to Host First Leadership Cruise on Egypt’s Suez Canal to Drive Global Tourism Recovery Dialogue World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), in partnership with the Government of Egypt, is set to host its first-ever Leadership Cruise along the historic Suez Canal, br... READ MORE

Travel Trade
Air India Extends Maharaja Club Loyalty Benefits to Air India Express Network Air India has expanded its Maharaja Club loyalty ecosystem by integrating selected Air India Express flights into the programme, allowing members to earn ... READ MORE

Travel Trade
Indian Overseas Travel Spending Falls to USD 1.09 Billion in March Amid Slower Outbound Demand Reserve Bank of India data has revealed a continued slowdown in overseas travel spending by Indian residents, with outward remittances for international travel and tourism de... READ MORE

Travel Trade
Indian Tourist Arrivals to Japan Surge 18.3% in First Four Months of 2026 Despite Global Travel Headwinds Japan continued to witness strong growth in visitor arrivals from India during the first four months of 2026, even as broader geopolitical tensions and slowing inbo... READ MORE

Airports
Air India Debuts Its First Signature Maharaja Lounge at San Francisco, Expanding Global Premium Offering Spread over 3,300 sq. ft., the lounge features a nostalgic Aviator’s Bar, a dedicated Private Zone with a scenic tarmac view A sophisticated blend of heritage and modern lux... READ MORE

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