Emirates has garnered another slew of awards this month, including ‘Best International Airline’, ‘Best International First Class’, and ‘Best International Airline Lounge’ from the Forbes Travel Guide Verified Air Travel Awards, as well as a host of titles from entities such as the World Travel Awards, The Times and Sunday Times Travel Awards, and the Conde Nast Readers’ Choice Awards.

Accor, a global leader in hospitality, has announced the signing of Sofitel Jabal Omar Makkah, a landmark property set to become the largest Sofitel in the world with 1,141 rooms and suites. Scheduled to open in 2026, the hotel will be located within the prestigious Jabal Omar master development, just steps from the Holy Mosque, offering direct pedestrian access for pilgrims and visitors.

There is only 100 days till the start of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games – the culmination of this coming winter sport season. But the Olympics are more than just sport – they are about cultures coming together, the Olympic spirit, the cultural Olympiad, and about the host city welcoming athletes, spectators, and of course visitors. Milan is excited and to celebrate the milestone ahead of the games:

“Today marks 100 days to go before the Opening Ceremony of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026, and the city is already alive with Olympic spirit. Milano’s skyline is transforming, its neighbourhoods are vibrant with creativity, and its people share one mission: to welcome the world with the elegance, energy, and innovation that define Italy’s most international city.

The global leaders of sustainable tourism convened in Dubai for a ceremony to recognise the individuals and organisations that are accelerating change in net positive tourism. The 2nd annual World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards proved a fitting showcase for Terra, Expo City Dubai and its pioneering sustainability initiatives.

The VIP reception, held on 29 October, unveiled the 30 winners of this year’s programme. Recipients of the coveted titles reflected the length and breadth of the sustainable tourism sector, ranging from community artisan initiatives to global hospitality giants.