Trends and Tendencies

Key Points North American airlines face rising costs, supply chain strains, and weakening demand, partly due to tariffs and economic uncertainty. Most U.S. carriers have reduced or withdrawn 2025 guidance, while major European airlines remain optimistic with unchanged outlooks. Aircraft…

AirAsia Move is preparing to phase out the “AirAsia” name from its branding entirely over the next 18 to 24 months. While many know Move as the digital arm of one of Southeast Asia’s largest low-cost airlines, the company is…

Raja Ampat is often referred to as “the last paradise on Earth”, and after experiencing even a small taste of what it has to offer, it’s easy to see why. Ancient forests and lush, verdant landscapes amazed at every turn.…

Part of the charm of travel is in discovering the unknown. In a world where most places have been photographed, reviewed, and hashtagged into predictability, true discovery feels rare. But Scandinavia is different. It isn’t flashy, it’s not trying to…

If you’re heading to Moab, Utah, and not planning to hike, you’re doing it wrong. This desert town is a mecca for outdoor adventure, home to some of the most incredible landscapes in the American Southwest. Whether you’re chasing iconic…

Radisson has unveiled two new hotels it says are verified as net zero – one in Manchester, UK, and the other in Oslo, Norway. In Manchester, the hotel’s water and central heating systems are powered by heat pumps that do…

Mexico is one of the most fascinating countries in the world, rich with culture, history, cuisine, and natural beauty. While many travelers flock to its sun-soaked beaches and luxurious all-inclusive resorts, there’s so much more to discover. From ancient civilizations…

Coming as it usually does around Easter, the Aircraft Interiors Expo has a funny habit of resurrecting aspects of the inflight experience that were supposedly dead. Think proper meals in economy, seatback inflight entertainment screens, and now first class. It…

North Carolina is getting its first ultra long-haul route. On Friday, Etihad Airways announced plans to connect its Abu Dhabi hub with Charlotte.  Four flights a week are due to begin on May 4, 2026. The service will be operated…

For years, airlines and hotel chains have leaned on loyalty programs to retain frequent travelers, especially in premium markets. But in Europe, loyalty has always been more fluid — and that trend is accelerating. Even as travel demand rebounds post-pandemic,…