Southwest Airlines and Turkish Airlines to Partner in Transatlantic Travel Beginning in January 2026

Southwest Airlines and Turkish Airlines to Partner in Transatlantic Travel Beginning in January 2026

Southwest Airlines announced today a partnership with Turkish Airlines is scheduled to begin in early 2026 to offer travelers around the globe one-ticket, transatlantic journeys between the United States and Istanbul unlocking onward connections across both carriers’ networks. Turkish Airlines flies to more than 350 destinations in 132 countries from its global hub, Istanbul Airport, including ten airports in the United States served by Southwest. International travelers will be able to seamlessly connect through those shared gateway airports on tickets that will become available next year through Turkish Airlines, travel agents, and travel websites.

American leads Eastern Caribbean recovery with interisland flights and another nearly 2,000 seats

American leads Eastern Caribbean recovery with interisland flights and another nearly 2,000 seats

American Airlines continues its support of customers affected by the FAA-mandated airspace closure in the Eastern Caribbean with more flights, more seats and limited-time interisland flying. The airline has added nearly 2,000 more seats — a total of nearly 7,000 seats with 43 extra flights — to boost capacity and expand access for customers who need to travel between the Eastern Caribbean and U.S.

Minor Hotels to Rebrand Hua Hin Property as NH Hua Hin

Minor Hotels to Rebrand Hua Hin Property as NH Hua Hin

Minor Hotels, a global hospitality group with hotels, resorts and branded residences across 59 countries, announces the upcoming launch of NH Hua Hin in Thailand’s royal seaside town. Minor Hotels will assume management of the hotel from 16 January 2026. NH Hua Hin will offer 152 modern rooms and suites with city and mountain views, starting from 30 sqm. The property provides accommodation options for leisure and business guests, designed for comfort and functionality, including deluxe rooms, family rooms with bunk beds, and one-bedroom suites.

Autograph Collection Hotels Debuts in the Philippines

Autograph Collection Hotels Debuts in the Philippines

Autograph Collection Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, announces its debut in the Philippines with the opening of The Farm at San Benito, Autograph Collection. Set across 52 hectares of lush tropical landscape in Lipa, Batangas, this wellness sanctuary marks a transformative milestone for the brand – introducing a destination where growth in health, spirit, and life converges with the Autograph Collection ethos of individuality and immersive storytelling.