Melissa Krueger Named President of Global Travel Collection

Breaking Travel News - Nov 13, 2026

Internova Travel Group today announced the appointment of Melissa Krueger as President of Global Travel Collection (GTC), its luxury travel division representing more than 1,500 of the industry’s leading travel advisors.

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Hong Kong Gourmet Month follows the successful Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival

Nov 13, 2026

Hong Kong Gourmet Month follows the successful Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival

Throughout November 2026, Hong Kong Gourmet Month is bringing together more than 400 restaurants, bars and food and beverage outlets across the city, inviting visitors to explore the diverse culinary scene through exclusive menus, special offers and unique dining experiences. Organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), the month-long celebration follows the successful Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival, which recorded more than 171,000 visits from 29 October to 1 November.

Chloe San Jose unfazed by online bashing: 'It doesn't take away the life I live'

Nov 13, 2026

Chloe San Jose unfazed by online bashing: 'It doesn't take away the life I live'

Ever since Chloe San Jose's relationship with Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo became public, she's been the subject of criticism on social media. But social media star said online bashing does not really affect her life.

The British expats who bought an entire hamlet in France and moved three generations of their family there - after persuading the grandparents to have 'one last adventure'

Nov 13, 2026

The British expats who bought an entire hamlet in France and moved three generations of their family there - after persuading the grandparents to have 'one last adventure'

Liz and Dave Murphy left successful jobs in radio for a new life in France - but there was one piece of the expat jigsaw missing when they thought about upping sticks...the grandparents.

Your genes could change your prescription. So why aren't doctors testing?

Nov 13, 2026

Your genes could change your prescription. So why aren't doctors testing?

One in four people has been prescribed a drug for which their genetics could affect treatment, according to a recent study. Genetic testing could help doctors choose safer, more effective drugs, but cost and other barriers currently limit its routine use in Canada, researchers say.

They called her 'Mommy': Vulnerable senior dies after 2 strangers take over her life

Nov 13, 2026

They called her 'Mommy': Vulnerable senior dies after 2 strangers take over her life

Two men moved into an elderly Toronto woman's home and began claiming to be like her sons. She quickly gave them powers of attorney and signed a will, leaving them everything. Then she died.

ONYX Hospitality Group Unveils Plans for Amari Samui Resort and Villas

Nov 13, 2026

ONYX Hospitality Group Unveils Plans for Amari Samui Resort and Villas

ONYX Hospitality Group, a leading hospitality management company in Asia Pacific, announced the development of Amari Samui Resort and Villas, an exclusive extension of Amari Koh Samui on the shores of one of Thailand’s most celebrated island destinations. The project marks another milestone in the Group’s strategy of thoughtfully expanding its premium resort portfolio and creating distinctive guest experiences. Representing an investment of more than THB 700 million, the project will add more than 65 beachfront suites and private pool villas designed for travellers who seek more space, greater privacy and a heightened sense of exclusivity. Scheduled to open in 2029, the new resort will complement the established facilities and services of Amari Koh Samui, offering a refined expression of contemporary island living.

Britain's 50 best boutique hotels revealed - from a romantic Cotswolds hideaway with a luxury spa to a remote Scottish Highlands hunting lodge and a lavish royal favourite

Nov 13, 2026

Britain's 50 best boutique hotels revealed - from a romantic Cotswolds hideaway with a luxury spa to a remote Scottish Highlands hunting lodge and a lavish royal favourite

Some date back hundreds of years, others boast Michelin-starred restaurants and award-winning spas - but all have earned a place among the country's finest stays.

From Vision to Delivery: New Openings Underscore Confidence in Saudi’s Tourism Future

Nov 13, 2026

From Vision to Delivery: New Openings Underscore Confidence in Saudi’s Tourism Future

Hospitality development across Saudi continues to advance. From the Saudi Red Sea Coast to Riyadh, Jeddah, Diriyah and AlUla, new resorts are opening, major destination projects are reaching key milestones, and internationally recognized hotel brands are expanding their presence. More than 50 international hotel brands now operate or are expanding across the country, while the hospitality pipeline is expected to add more than 200,000 hotel keys by 2030. In 2026 alone, several landmark hospitality projects welcomed their first guests, including new luxury resorts at AMAALA and along the Saudi Red Sea coast, alongside major additions in Riyadh and Jeddah. Together, these openings mark an important new chapter in the evolution of Saudi’s tourism landscape. AMAALA Moves From Vision to Reality

Yuja Wang fans’ woes eased by brilliant Mahler Chamber Orchestra in Brahms double bill

Nov 13, 2026

Yuja Wang fans’ woes eased by brilliant Mahler Chamber Orchestra in Brahms double bill

Leaving fans disappointed enough that concert organisers feel compelled to apologise and offer refunds is not how any star musician would want their performance to be remembered. Yet that was the fallout from the second of Chinese-American pianist Yuja Wang’s Hong Kong concerts with the Mahler Chamber Orchestra – part of Premiere Performances’ 20th anniversary season – after Alexander Tsfasman’s Jazz Suite for Piano and Orchestra was dropped at the last minute for “artistic reasons”. It was an...

Ang Aking Buwanang Dalaw

Nov 13, 2026

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WeRoad acquires TravelTribe in first move of global M&A strategy

Nov 13, 2026

WeRoad acquires TravelTribe in first move of global M&A strategy

WeRoad, Europe’s fastest-growing adventure travel company, has acquired the Swiss travel brand and community TravelTribe. The acquisition will merge TravelTribe’s brand, AI-native platform, and community directly into WeRoad, strengthening brand presence throughout the DACH region and expanding its portfolio of sport-focused experiences and ski weekends. It will also bring TravelTribe Co-Founder Francesco Staccone on board to grow WeMeet, WeRoad’s local events platform. This deal is the first acquisition of WeRoad’s ambitious M&A strategy, which aims to add €70 million of revenue from inorganic growth over the next three years.

Centara Brings the Beauty and Charm of Thailand’s Loy Krathong Festival to the World

Nov 13, 2026

Centara Brings the Beauty and Charm of Thailand’s Loy Krathong Festival to the World

Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, is a global ambassador that proudly brings the timeless elegance of Thai heritage to guests around the world. This November, as the “Land of Smiles” prepares to celebrate the annual festival of Loy Krathong, Centara invites travellers to discover what makes this one of Asia’s most enchanting cultural experiences. Every year under the soft glow of the full moon, Thai people gather at waterfronts across the kingdom to light candles and release “krathongs” – floating vessels crafted from woven leaves and illuminated with candles – into the water, to receive positive blessings for the year ahead. This November, couples, families and friends can mark Loy Krathong with a series of activities at Centara’s hotels and resorts – not only in Thailand, but around the globe.

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