Today in travel.

Policyskift.com11 Nov

Travel marketing shifts from places to experiences

Tourism marketers are targeting the activity first and the destination second. Travellers may see more campaigns built around what they want to do before where they go.

Airlinesaerotime.aero11 Nov

Magnifica Air orders 10 A220 ACJ jets

Magnifica Air has confirmed an order for 10 A220 ACJ jets as it prepares premium-only scheduled flights from 2027. Travellers may see a new upscale U.S. startup enter the market soon.

Techwindowscentral.com11 Nov

Microsoft Flight Simulator adds Halo's Pelican

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 has added Halo's Pelican dropship as a free tie-in for the series' 25th anniversary. Players can try the aircraft for a limited time before it disappears.

Placesdailymail.co.uk11 Nov

Travel expert pitches winter sun escapes

A travel expert has highlighted long-haul winter-sun trips from £59 a day. Budget-minded travellers can use the guide to compare warmer escapes from Britain.

Airlinessimpleflying.com11 Nov

Back From The Desert: How 190 Airbus A380s Became Airlines' Most Valuable Asset In 2026

This is why some airlines still love the Airbus A380 in 2026, despite production ending years ago.

Airlinessimpleflying.com11 Nov

Diverted Alaska Airlines Passengers Sleep On Red Cross Cots As Carrier Won't Cover Hotels

Travelers were left seeking shelter after promised hotel rooms failed to materialize.

Airlinesindependent.co.uk11 Nov

Flights cancelled as Storm Charles brings disruption to Portugal

Portugal has issued red weather warnings as Storm Charles forces flight cancellations across the region

Placesindependent.co.uk11 Nov

The UK's five ‘happiest places to live' have been named. Here's what to do if you visit

From scenic walks to independent shops, here are the best things to do

Transportaerotime.aero11 Nov

Rafael’s new Super Ice cruise missile packs 1,000-pound warhead

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems unveiled Super Ice, a long-range cruise missile with a 454-kilogram (1,000-pound) warhead, on November….

Airlinesskift.com11 Nov

Malaysia Airlines Overtakes AirAsia on India Routes by Standing Still

AirAsia’s fuel-driven retreat should be a gift to its rivals, but high fuel costs and scarce aircraft mean few can afford to take advantage. Malaysia Airlines has overtaken it on India routes with 1% more seats in a market that shrank 10%.

Airlinesaerotime.aero11 Nov

World Aviation Festival 2026: How AI is transforming work behind the scenes

In October 2026, the World Aviation Festival (WAF) returned to the FIL convention center in Lisbon, Portugal, gathering….

Transportindependent.co.uk11 Nov

Spain goes on general strike today. Here’s what it means for flights and holidays

Will my flight be cancelled due to the general strike in Spain? Here is what you need to know

Airlinesaerotime.aero11 Nov

Cathay Pacific orders 11 more Airbus A330neos, raising total to 41

Cathay Pacific has exercised purchase rights for 11 additional Airbus A330-900 aircraft, bringing its firm orders for the….

Staysskift.com11 Nov

Ras Al Khaimah Airport Courts Wynn’s Jet Set but Waits on Airlines

Ras Al Khaimah’s airport is betting on Wynn’s new integrated resort and other luxury hotels to bring in five-star travelers. For now, it is upgrading the terminal it has and holding the new one until airlines commit.

Airlinessimpleflying.com11 Nov

Why Singapore Airlines Is Saving Its New Premium Economy Seat For The Boeing 777-9

Singapore Airlines is making a surprising choice for its next-generation premium economy cabin. The reason involves a much-delayed aircraft.

Airlinessimpleflying.com10 Nov

Premium Economy On US Airlines: How The Big 3 Actually Compare

On paper, all three offer the same premium economy seating experience.

Airlinesthepointsguy.com10 Nov

Alaska Airlines has a new invite-only top tier: Atmos Global Concierge

Alaska Airlines has a new invite-only elite status tier called Atmos Global Concierge. Here's what we know about the exclusive benefits and how to qualify.

Airlinesaerotime.aero10 Nov

Alpi Aviation’s Rotax-powered Pioneer 800 Twin makes first flight

Alpi Aviation’s Pioneer 800 Twin made its first flight on November 5, 2026. The four-seat aircraft is powered….

Airlinesaerotime.aero10 Nov

Frontier opens first-class bookings as low-cost airlines court premium travelers

Frontier Airlines has opened bookings for the inaugural first-class cabin offering in its 32-year history. The eight-seat first-class….

Airlinesskift.com10 Nov

Spirit’s $10 Million Data Sale to Google Clears Hurdle as Unions Win Privacy Protections

If the sale clears, Google gets about 1.9 billion Spirit emails and 30 million lines of code to train its AI models, for $10 million. The unions’ win means employee data will be scrubbed first.

Staysskift.com10 Nov

Aman Confirms Its Secret Third Brand Is Atma, Opening in Miami in 2031

Aman has confirmed what the paper trail suggested to Skift in January. The open question is delivery: Janu, the group's second brand, has one hotel open after more than six years since its launch.

Airlinesthepointsguy.com10 Nov

United Airlines 'on track' to debut fancy new regional jet in December

United Airlines will introduce its new 41-seat CRJ-450 at Chicago O'Hare by the end of the year.

Staysindependent.co.uk10 Nov

‘I’ve stayed in the world’s best hotels, cruises are far more accessible,’ says Warwick Davis

Hollywood star Warwick Davis explains what makes cruises so accessible.

Staysthepointsguy.com10 Nov

The best military travel deals for service members in 2026

Many airlines, hotels, theme parks and cruise lines offer discounts and special benefits to U.S. military service members and veterans.

Airlinesindependent.co.uk10 Nov

FAA probes Air France turn at LAX

The FAA is investigating after an Air France Airbus made an unauthorised turn into the path of an American Airlines aircraft at Los Angeles. Travellers using LAX should expect the usual scrutiny around runway movements and possible knock-on delays.

Policytravelweek.ca10 Nov

Europe’s Christmas markets: Finding the right festive fit for every client

From iconic city squares to lesser-known festive gems, Europe’s markets offer plenty of ways to tailor a holiday itinerary. Collette’s Christian Leibl-Cote tells Travelweek how advisors can match the experience to clients’ interests and travel styles.

Staysskift.com10 Nov

‘Is This Hilton?’ An Ad Blitz Answers: Yes, We Have Lifestyle Hotels

Hilton spent years buying and licensing non-traditional hotel brands. Its new ad campaign is the bill coming due: It has to teach travelers about the new places to stay.

Airlinesaerotime.aero10 Nov

Lufthansa receives first A350-1000, its 700th Airbus aircraft

Lufthansa took delivery of its first Airbus A350-1000 aircraft in Toulouse, France, on November 10, 2026. The A350-1000,….

Airlinesthepointsguy.com10 Nov

5 ways to earn more American Airlines Loyalty Points before February ends

Short on American Airlines Loyalty Points? Here are 5 ways to earn more before Feb.

Airlinesindependent.co.uk10 Nov

24-hour flight breaks Guinness World Record for longest plane journey

A Qantas aircraft has officially broken the Guinness World Record for the longest commercial airliner flight by distance

Airlinestravelweek.ca10 Nov

Qatar and Porter expand codeshare connections across Canada

DOHA— Qatar Airways is extending its reach across Canada through a new codeshare agreement with Porter Airlines. Under the agreement, Qatar Airways will add its QR code to select Porter-operated flights, giving passengers more options to connect beyond the airline’s existing Canadian gateways in Toronto and Montreal.

Staysdailymail.co.uk10 Nov

Europe's cheapest ski resorts revealed: France claims nine out of 10 spots, with prices from as little as £33 a day for 30km of skiing

As the ski season approaches, Britons wanting to hit the slopes will be seeking a mountain refuge - without an eye-watering price tag alongside it.

Placestravelweek.ca10 Nov

Carnival to give advisors first look at Festivale through four-day experience

MIAMI — Carnival Cruise Line is giving travel advisors a front-row seat to its newest ship with a four-day experience built around Carnival Festivale’s inaugural in May 2027. The cruise line is launching Partners at the Pier, a new event taking place May 16–19, 2027, in Cocoa Beach and Port Canaveral, Florida.

Staysskift.com10 Nov

Hotel chains see Middle East recovery stall

Major hotel groups say their Middle East business improved in the third quarter but expect the region to weaken again in the fourth. That could keep room supply and pricing uneven for travellers heading there this peak season.

Airlinesthepointsguy.com9 Nov

First look: United unveils gorgeous new Washington Dulles concourse, massive lounge

United Airlines is set to inaugurate the new E Gates at Washington's Dulles airport, the first piece in the airport's $20 billion redevelopment.

Airlinesaerotime.aero9 Nov

airBaltic signs Lufthansa wet-lease deal

airBaltic will wet lease up to six A220-300s to Lufthansa in summer and four in winter as it trims its fleet to 36 aircraft in 2027. Flyers on either carrier may see aircraft and crew changes on some routes.

Staysdailymail.co.uk8 Nov

Inside the extraordinary Portugal hotel designed by Christian Louboutin in the 'Hamptons of Europe'

This sun-drenched portion of the north Portuguese coastline has quietly become a go-to for stars, with Christian Louboutin behind the design at one of its coolest hotels.