9 underrated spring travel destinations for 2026

After the brutal winter many Americans have gone through, spring can’t come soon enough. But for those looking to avoid spring break crowds or the throngs of people who flock to popular cherry blossom destinations like Kyoto, Japan, and Washington, D.C., we have some ideas for you. After all, spring is a shoulder season, which means great deals and…

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ICELANDAIR: RECORD NUMBER OF PASSENGERS, LOAD FACTOR AND ONTIME PERFORMANCE IN FEBRUARY

In February 2026, Icelandair transported 289 thousand passengers, 15% more than in February last year. Passenger distribution in February was as follows: 42% were traveling to Iceland, 21% from Iceland, 30% were via passengers, and 7% traveled within Iceland. The number of passengers to and from Iceland increased by 20% and 19% respectively, reflecting the Company’s current focus on…

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How to quickly earn the Southwest Companion Pass

The Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards program Companion Pass is one of the most valuable perks in all of travel. Once you earn it, you can bring a designated companion with you on both paid and award flights, paying only the taxes and fees. Whether you’re looking to fly to Las Vegas, take the family to Orlando or explore Cancun,…

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Hyatt Strengthens All-Inclusive Portfolio in the Dominican Republic

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with Codelpa, the existing owner of Secrets Tides Punta Cana, for a family-friendly all-inclusive resort, Hyatt Ziva Punta Cana. Expected to open in 2029, this new build resort will be one of the brand’s flagship properties and will feature 650 guestrooms, including an adult-only…

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FHS Africa 2026 Announces Award Recipients: Vimbai Masiyiwa and Colin Bell to Be Honoured in Nairobi

FHS Africa, organised by The Bench, is proud to announce the 2026 recipients of the prestigious FHS Africa Awards. This year’s honourees are Vimbai Masiyiwa, Co-Founder and CEO of Batoka Africa, who will receive the Leadership Award, and Colin Bell, CEO of Natural Selection and former CEO of Wilderness, who will receive the Outstanding Contribution to Hospitality Award.

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Hyatt Announces the Opening of Andaz Lisbon

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the opening of Andaz Lisbon, marking the brand’s debut in Portugal and a significant milestone in Hyatt’s thoughtful refinement of its Lifestyle brands and targeted growth strategy across the region. Set within Lisbon’s historic Baixa neighborhood, Andaz Lisbon places guests at the center of the city’s cultural and architectural legacy. With views of the…

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