Kandolhu, an intimate private-island resort in the North Ari Atoll of the Maldives, has entered a new chapter with a refreshed brand identity, updated website, renewed interiors and its inclusion in VERSA Hospitality’s VERSA Collection.
Niva Kuramathi Maldives has announced the return of Campioni Soccer Academy for 2027, offering young football enthusiasts aged four to 16 the opportunity to train with former Premier League stars and UEFA-licensed coaches during two special football camps scheduled for the Spring and Summer seasons.
Maldivian-owned hospitality group Versa Hospitality has launched Versa Keys, a tiered loyalty programme designed to reward guests for their stays and engagement across its growing international portfolio of hotels and resorts.
Japan has overtaken Greece as the top international destination for luxury travellers in the UK and Ireland, while Thailand enters the top five for the first time, according to Virtuoso’s 2027 Luxe Report, highlighting growing demand for Asian travel destinations.
Luxury villa and concierge brand Bo House has expanded into St Barts for the first time, bringing its portfolio of high-end holiday properties and personalised hospitality services to the Caribbean island ahead of the busy winter and New Year season.
Capella Hotel Group has announced plans to open Capella Dubai in 2030, introducing its luxury hospitality brand to the UAE with a 115-key hotel at Dubai Peninsula, a major waterfront development along Dubai’s Jumeirah coastline.
Etihad Rail recorded 120,000 ticket sales during the first 30 days of its UAE passenger network launch, connecting Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Al Dhaid and Fujairah, signalling growing demand for intercity rail travel across the country.
SEVEN Abha has introduced Golfi, an interactive indoor mini-golf attraction featuring a 12-hole course designed to combine precision putting, physical obstacles and interactive elements.
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has praised London’s tourism growth strategy following Oxford Street’s pedestrianisation, forecasting 3.1% growth for Europe’s travel sector in 2026 as global industry leaders gather for World Travel Market (WTM).
Oman Airports Management Company and RESQTEC have signed an agreement to establish a specialist training framework for the recovery and removal of disabled aircraft at Muscat International Airport, strengthening operational preparedness and aviation safety.
