Luxury Scotland Welcomes Ardbeg House and Jetlogic to Its Curated Collection

Luxury Scotland Welcomes Ardbeg House and Jetlogic to Its Curated Collection

Luxury Scotland, the leading collection of exceptional Scottish hospitality experiences, has announced the addition of two new members to its carefully curated portfolio: Ardbeg House, the reimagined Islay retreat shaped by whisky heritage and island culture, and jetlogic, Scotland’s leading private aviation specialist, delivering bespoke jet and helicopter charter services worldwide.

A Growing Passport Divide Reshapes Global Mobility in 2026

A Growing Passport Divide Reshapes Global Mobility in 2026

Marking two decades since its inception, the Henley Passport Index 2026 reveals a growing divide between the world’s most and least mobile populations. Created 20 years ago and based on exclusive Timatic data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the index ranks all the world’s passports according to the number of destinations their holders can access without a prior visa. While a record number of passports now cluster at the top of the ranking, those at the bottom remain increasingly isolated, underscoring a widening global mobility gap.

FITUR 2026 sets the global pace for tourism, drawing 160 nations and more than 10,000 companies

FITUR 2026 sets the global pace for tourism, drawing 160 nations and more than 10,000 companies

Madrid once again becomes the focal point of global tourism as it hosts the International Tourism Fair (FITUR), organised by IFEMA MADRID from 21–25 January 2026. In its 46th edition, FITUR strengthens its position as the sector’s leading platform, highlighting both its international reach and its commitment to knowledge as a driver of industry transformation

Minor Hotels Appoints Amir Golbarg as Chief Operating Officer – Middle East & Africa

Minor Hotels Appoints Amir Golbarg as Chief Operating Officer – Middle East & Africa

Minor Hotels has appointed Amir Golbarg to Chief Operating Officer – Middle East & Africa, effective 1 January 2026. The promotion reflects Amir’s exceptional leadership and the region’s record year of growth, marked by strong performance across all key indicators, multiple new hotel signings, and expansion in core markets including Saudi Arabia and Egypt.

Emirates to launch flights to Helsinki, Finland

Emirates to launch flights to Helsinki, Finland

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, will launch a daily flight between Helsinki and Dubai from 1 October 2026, expanding its footprint in the Nordics. The new service introduces the only year-round, direct link between Finland and the UAE, and unlocking expanded opportunities for both international leisure and corporate travellers. The service will operate with Emirates’ newest aircraft type, the A350, bringing its latest products and highly acclaimed Premium Economy cabin to Finland, from the inaugural flight.