travelport

George Taylor·

Aviation News

·January 18, 2024

Etihad and Travelport Extend Content Distribution Agreement

Travelport customers will retain uninterrupted access to the extensive and expanding global travel network of Etihad Airways via the Travelport+ platform.

Travelport Announces New Deal with easyJet

George Taylor·

Aviation News

·January 9, 2024

Travelport Announces New Deal with easyJet

Travelport is delivering easyJet content to all types of agency customers globally, including online travel agencies (OTAs) for the first time.

Rail Europe Leadership Changes as Omio Group Takes Control: Björn Bender Gone September 18, 2026
Rail Europe enters a new era as Björn Bender steps down following its acquisition by Omio Group. We examine why the leadership is changing, Bender’s transformation of the company, what Omio brings to the table, and the opportunities, customer-service concerns and integration risks facing one of Europe’s best-known rail distributors. SOURCE: Rail Eur
Aleksandra Gardasevic-Slavuljica at Arabian Travel Market 2026 September 18, 2026
Dr Aleksandra Gardasevic-Slavuljica champions responsible tourism and destination transformation at Arabian Travel Market 2026 in Dubai. Global Travel & Tourism News Since 2001 | eTurboNewsThe post Aleksandra Gardasevic-Slavuljica at Arabian Travel Market 2026 appeared first on Meetings Travel .
Arabian Travel Market 2026: Dubai Wins, but the App Fails September 18, 2026
Arabian Travel Market 2026 delivered confidence and business in Dubai despite geopolitical tensions—but the RX app caused confusion and missed meetings. Global Travel & Tourism News Since 2001 | eTurboNewsThe post Arabian Travel Market 2026: Dubai Wins, but the App Fails appeared first on Meetings Travel .
ATM 2026: Dubai Delivered, but the RX App Exposed AI’s Limits September 18, 2026
ATM 2026 defied geopolitical uncertainty and showed the global travel industry that Dubai remains open, confident, and ready for business. But while Dubai delivered, the RX app failed. Missing stand information, lost appointments, and ineffective support frustrated media partners at an otherwise remarkably successful Arabian Travel Market. SOURCE: A
Airport Construction Boom Pays Off as Passenger Satisfaction Rises in 2026 September 18, 2026
Billions spent modernizing North American airports are finally paying off. Passenger satisfaction is rising despite record-level traffic, but not every upgrade delivers the same results. See which airports rank highest, what travelers value most, where improvements are still needed, and how passenger feedback could shape the next generation of term
Aleksandra Gardasevic-Slavuljica Brings a Powerful Responsible Tourism Message to Arabian Travel Mar September 17, 2026
World Tourism Network executive Dr Aleksandra Gardasevic-Slavuljica took center stage at Arabian Travel Market 2026 in Dubai with a timely message for global tourism leaders: sustainability is no longer enough. Drawing on international expertise and her experience in Saudi Arabia, she explained why tourism’s next era must be responsible. SOURCE: Ale
Jamaica Tourism 3.0 Growth Agenda Will Transform Tourism Sector September 17, 2026
Jamaica is preparing for a sweeping tourism transformation. Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett’s Tourism 3.0 agenda targets 10 million visitors and US$10 billion in earnings, backed by 20,000 new hotel rooms, expanded airlift, casino gaming, new cruise ports, a redesigned Montego Bay and greater opportunities for Jamaican tourism workers. SOURCE: Jama
UN Tourism vs WTTC: How Reliable Are Global Tourism Statistics? September 17, 2026
How reliable are the tourism statistics shaping headlines and policy? We compare UN Tourism’s latest international arrivals figures with WTTC data and other indicators to show what the numbers include, what they leave out, and why counting tourists alone may misrepresent the global travel economy. SOURCE: UN Tourism vs WTTC: How Reliable Are Global
Canada Moves Closer to Europe: What It Could Mean for Travel, Tourism and the Trump Factor September 17, 2026
Could Canada’s proposed new relationship with the European Union reshape transatlantic travel? With the Trump factor adding urgency and global tourism leaders gathering at the WTTC Summit in Malta, the implications could extend from visas and aviation to easier mobility, tourism investment and how Canada is perceived around the world. SOURCE: Canada
GVB Board Approves $28.97 Million FY2027 Operating Budget September 17, 2026
The Guam Visitors Bureau has approved a $28.97 million FY2027 operating budget to support tourism marketing, destination development and international outreach. The Board also authorized key market activities and community partnerships as GVB works to strengthen an industry that generated a $1.6 billion economic impact in 2025. SOURCE: GVB Board App
Seychelles at IFTM Top Resa 2026 Strengthens France Presence September 17, 2026
Seychelles strengthens its French tourism presence at IFTM Top Resa 2026 in Paris, connecting with travel agents, tour operators and key buyers. Global Travel & Tourism News Since 2001 | eTurboNewsThe post Seychelles at IFTM Top Resa 2026 Strengthens France Presence appeared first on Meetings Travel .
Arabian Travel Market 2026: AI, Tourism Growth & Trends September 17, 2026
Arabian Travel Market 2026 highlights Middle East tourism growth, AI adoption, traveller trends and MENASA forecasts through 2030. Global Travel & Tourism News Since 2001 | eTurboNewsThe post Arabian Travel Market 2026: AI, Tourism Growth & Trends appeared first on Meetings Travel .
Jordan Bets on Russia’s Resilient Travelers as Tourism Push Grows September 17, 2026
Jordan is targeting Russia’s remarkably resilient outbound travel market with visa-free entry, expanding direct flights and new tourism partnerships. As regional conflict continues to affect perceptions of Middle East travel, Jordan is betting Russian visitors will see opportunity in its safety message, competitive prices, pilgrimage sites and icon
Kuala Lumpur Challenges Bangkok and Singapore in Southeast Asia’s Aviation Hub Battle September 17, 2026
Kuala Lumpur is mounting a serious challenge to Bangkok and Singapore as Southeast Asia’s preferred aviation and tourism gateway. Malaysia’s strategy goes beyond adding flights, combining airline alliances, travel agents and destination marketing in a battle that could reshape where millions of ASEAN travelers connect, stop over and spend. SOURCE: K
Arabian Travel Market 2026: AI and Tourism Growth Reshape the Middle East September 17, 2026
Arabian Travel Market 2026 closed in Dubai with a clear message for global tourism: the Middle East’s growth story is accelerating. From record travel forecasts to AI-powered experiences and major investment in tourism capacity, industry leaders revealed the trends expected to shape travel across MENASA through 2030. SOURCE: Arabian Travel Market 20