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Lake Austin Spa Resort adds Vonlane travel package
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Lake Austin Spa Resort and Vonlane launched a summer package that bundles luxury coach travel, resort savings and spa credit for guests traveling to Austin.
Cria.al targets Tirana Airport renters with verified local car bookings
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Cria.al is expanding its online car rental marketplace in Albania with a booking flow for travelers arriving at Tirana International Airport.
Luxury goods market seen reaching $447.3 billion by 2033
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The global luxury goods market is projected to grow from $328.1 billion in 2023 to $447.3 billion by 2033, driven by higher disposable incomes, urbanization and premium spending habits.
InterContinental Phuket ranks No. 4 in Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Southeast Asia
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InterContinental Phuket Resort was named No. 4 among Thailand’s Best Beach + Island Resorts in the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Southeast Asia 2026, marking its fourth straight year in the rankings.
InterContinental Phuket ranks No. 4 in Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Southeast Asia
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InterContinental Phuket Resort placed No. 4 among Thailand’s Best Beach + Island Resorts in the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Southeast Asia 2026, marking its fourth straight year on the list.
Luxury hotel market seen reaching $181.5 billion by 2034
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The global luxury hotel market was valued at $113.1 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow to $181.5 billion by 2034, driven by bleisure travel, wellness-focused stays and demand for personalized experiences.
CruiseHuddle launches iOS and Android apps for cruise travelers
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CruiseHuddle has released mobile apps for iPhone and Android, expanding its cruise-only social network to travelers on the move.
Alexandria hotel targets family travelers seeking relief from urban overtourism
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Courtyard Alexandria Old Town is being positioned as a base for multi-generational travelers who want historic experiences without the congestion of major city centers.
Kelsey Griffin touts summer travel tips with Wyndham and LEGOLAND Florida
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Lifestyle and beauty expert Kelsey Griffin is promoting “Travel Smarter” travel essentials to help summer travelers stay comfortable and polished on the road.
Machchafushi Island Resort wins Travel + Leisure luxury award again
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Machchafushi Island Resort and Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection, has won the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2026 in the Maldives’ House Reefs category.
Senior citizen travel insurance market seen doubling by 2033
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Allied Market Research says the global senior citizen travel insurance market will grow from $602.4 million in 2023 to $1.45 billion by 2033 as older travelers book more international trips and seek broader protection.
NestiFi and Vyrdia team up on credit union wealth-transfer tools
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NestiFi and Vyrdia announced a technology partnership on June 23, 2026, to bring NestiFi’s family wealth platform into Vyrdia’s credit union ecosystem.
Grand Park Kodhipparu Maldives touts new summer offers after Travel + Leisure recognition
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Grand Park Kodhipparu Maldives is leaning harder into boutique luxury with three honors at the 2026 Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific and a new summer campaign that adds value to direct bookings.
Port & Proper opens luxury Duffy charter service in Newport Beach
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Port & Proper marked its grand opening and ribbon cutting in Newport Beach on June 23, 2026, officially launching a captain-piloted electric Duffy charter business in Newport Harbor.
Moagem gains traction as Alentejo industrial tourism destination
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Moagem – Industrial Lodge in Viana do Alentejo is building momentum as one of Portugal’s most distinctive industrial tourism projects after opening last summer in a former grain mill.
Influential Women spotlights luxury retail leader Malissa Fogel
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Influential Women highlighted Malissa Fogel, a luxury retail veteran with more than 25 years of experience in fine jewelry, design and client service.
Thailand tourism feels pressure from global uncertainty
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Tourism operators in Thailand, especially in Chiang Mai, are seeing shorter booking windows and softer demand as geopolitical tensions, economic worries and rising travel costs shape visitor behavior in 2026. The shift is raising pressure on…
Luxury private villas surge in Panama as hotel occupancy stays at 57.9%
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Panama ended 2025 with record tourism arrivals and revenue, but hotel occupancy averaged just 57.9%, highlighting demand shifting toward private villas and full-property rentals.
Travel accommodation demand rises as booking tech and eco stays expand
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Travel accommodation is being reshaped by rising domestic and international travel, higher disposable incomes, and faster digital booking tools.
IYC leads fragmented luxury yacht charter market
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The luxury yacht charter market remains highly fragmented, with International Yacht Collection leading global sales in 2024 at 0.4% market share and the top 10 players together accounting for just 2% of revenue.
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