My ultimate guide to Black Friday 2026 luxury fashion deals The shopping event is your chance to save on Christmas gifting (as well as copping a few nice things for yourself) Evening Standard · Oct 19
Future investment initiative: Saudi flights axed after Houthi attacks; investors rethink plans Saudi Arabia is facing major travel disruptions following a large number of flight cancellations since October 8. Due to attacks by Houthi rebels, Riyadh's airport remains closed and travelers seek alternative routes. Businesses and expatriates are navigating challenges associated with remote working and adjusted travel plans. Major events in the… The Times of India · Oct 19
Albania accused of rushing through Trump-linked resort in formerly protected landscape Dutch MEP says government is trying to avoid EU environmental rules as protests over luxury development turn violent The Guardian - UK · Oct 19
This Marylebone hotel has a Third Space gym and a brilliant bar – you won’t want to leave On a trip to London, Helen Wilson-Beevers checked into a chic hotel within an upmarket area known for its village feel The Independent UK · Oct 19
You Think You’re Booking Directly With a Hotel — But You Might Not Be You search for your favorite hotel, click what looks like its official website, and reserve a room for your upcoming vacation. Everything seems normal until... Saving Advice · Oct 18
Cleartrip eyes sustained revenue growth driven by air travel, non-air business Cleartrip expects to sustain its growth momentum in 2027, with non-air services such as hotels, buses, trains and holiday packages gaining share. The Flipkart-owned platform reported 40% overall growth in January-June 2026, while its chief growth officer flagged subdued travel demand, higher airfares and a 30-40% rise in road-based travel… The Economic Times · Oct 18
At What Net Worth Does Flying First Class Stop Being a Bad Financial Decision? Flying first class starts making financial sense when the extra comfort costs little relative to your wealth, income, and other priorities. There is no magic net worth that makes an expensive plane ticket harmless, and a million-dollar portfolio does not automatically make champagne at 35,000 feet a sensible purchase. The Free Financial Advisor · Oct 17
I’m a hotel expert and I think Asia has the best hotels in the world – here’s why There’s something about Asian hospitality that can’t be beat, says hotel expert, Gina Jackson The Independent UK · Oct 16
Dubai Police Gets New 920-HP Lamborghini Hybrid Supercar The Lamborghini Temerario brings 920 horsepower and 2.7-second 62-mph runs to Dubai Police, yet it serves visibility and tourist engagement instead of highway pursuits. Motor1 · Oct 16
8 Cruise Tipping Mistakes That Can Make You Look Like a Rude Passenger You’ve booked your cruise, packed your bags, and started dreaming about unlimited buffets and ocean views, but there’s one expense that can catch even experienced... Saving Advice · Oct 15
All jobs lost as Scottish hotel company collapses suddenly into liquidation ALL jobs at a hotel just yards from the world-famous Old Course in St Andrews have been lost after it suddenly closed following the business collapsing into liquidation ... The National (Scotland) · Oct 14
Why the Next Luxury Travel Purchase Is Peace According to the CDC, approximately 1 in 3 high school students used social media every hour or more in 2025. The pattern is not limited to adolescents. International Business Times · Oct 13
1 Hotel Mayfair: a gloriously luxe family-friendly staycation for half-term At the height of one of the many summer heatwaves, my husband, daughter and I left the sweaty crowds at Green Park station behind, slipped into a side street off Piccadilly and strolled through the greenery-decked entrance of 1 Hotel Mayfair into a blissfully air-conditioned lobby. We were 40 minutes… Evening Standard · Oct 13
Woman alleges Marriott Vacation Club sales pitch showed her a mockup booking site, cancels $23k purchase A couple recently canceled a $23,000 purchase with Marriott Vacation Club after discovering the booking portal they saw during a sales presentation may have been a fabricated mockup, according to BroBible. The wife, Courtney, said on TikTok that the couple was told 1,500 credits a year would be enough, but… We Got This Covered · Oct 12
Budget and the Bees · Oct 12 10 Things That Aren’t Worth Going Into Debt For — No Matter How Normal They Seem Going into debt has become so common that many Americans barely question what they’re borrowing money for. From expensive vacations to everyday shopping, purchases that once required saving can now be financed through credit cards and installment plans.
The Economic Times · Oct 12 No Wi-Fi, more wellness: Indian travellers are rewriting their holiday plans for 2027 Skyscanner’s Travel Trends 2027 report identifies seven emerging travel trends among Indians, from wellness holidays and music-led trips to history-inspired journeys and destination choices driven by currency value. The report found that 58 per cent of Indian travellers plan to travel abroad more in 2027, even as 67 per cent…
The Economic Times · Oct 12 All you need to know as an Indian traveller about the UAE's five-year multiple-entry tourist visa rules The UAE has introduced a five-year multiple-entry tourist visa for eligible international visitors, including Indian travellers who meet the applicable conditions. The visa allows repeated visits without requiring a local sponsor, with stays of up to 90 days per visit. Indians planning frequent trips to the UAE can apply through…
The Economic Times · Oct 11 Royal Caribbean cruise ship woman missing for nearly a day found alive after 20 hours in sea off Greece A 44-year-old woman who went missing after falling overboard from Royal Caribbean’s Odyssey of the Seaswas found alive after spending nearly a day in the Ionian Sea off Greece. The rescue involved the Greek Coast Guard, a cargo vessel and other ships. She was taken to hospital for treatment for…
Saving Advice · Oct 10 From Tipping to Dirty Dishes: 9 Room Service Mistakes Guests Make Ordering dinner in your hotel room sounds like one of the easiest parts of traveling. You skip the crowded restaurant, relax in comfortable clothes, and...
We Got This Covered · Oct 9 Florida man allegedly charged $2,419 in food, drinks and resort merchandise to another guest’s room. Then police traced the purchases back to him The suspect allegedly went on a luxury spree.
Evening Standard · Oct 9 Upper Crust owner sees sharp drop in passengers around Middle East travel hubs SSP Group said its financial performance in recent months had been ‘resilient’ in a ‘challenging environment’.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 9 ‘A candlelit spa, followed by an ice-cold plunge and a nightcap’: readers’ favourite European wellbeing breaks From a historic bathhouse in Sweden to forest bathing in Croatia, readers share their favourite places to relax and recharge
Saving Advice · Oct 8 Traveling After 60? These Airport Theft Risks Are Worth Knowing You’ve saved for your vacation, packed your bags, and made it to the airport with plenty of time to spare. The last thing you want...
Evening Standard · Oct 8 'Luxury hotel in the sky': British Airways is transforming its A380s The renovated cabins are part of BA’s multi-million-pound investment, designed to enhance the onboard experience
Evening Standard · Oct 7 Iran war weighing on long-haul travel demand, says Hostelworld Shares in the company dropped by around 7.3% on Wednesday morning as a result, striking their lowest level for almost four years.