Sustainable travel company Byway is adding Spain to its customisable Europe by rail offering. This will enable travellers to explore off-the-beaten-paths in the country by train and bus. The company's slow travel holidays to Spain, 100% flight-free, and range from the volcanic city of Olot to the UNESCO-listed ancient city of Ávila. Slow travel in ...

The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority has launched the Collection de Pépites to support the 400-plus smaller accommodation properties on the Caribbean island. Collection de Pépites will showcase a range of island accommodation including B&Bs, boutique hotels, inns and luxury villas. It highlights the options of staying in a property of 35 rooms or ...

The NH Collection brand will launch in Thailand in early 2023 through Minor Hotels Chiang Mai Ping River. Located in the mountains of northern Thailand, the city of Chiang Mai is one of the country's most polular destinations. Founded in 1296, Chiang Mai was capital of the independent Lanna Kingdom until 1558, and the Old City area still retains ve...

Okinawa is Japan's southernmost prefecture in the East China Sea between Taiwan and Japan's mainland some three hours south of Tokyo. It enjoys a year-round warm climate comparable to Hawaii, Miami and Cancun. With more than 160 islands it's known for its tropical climate, broad beaches and coral reefs. On the largest island (also named Okinawa) is...

Secret Atlas has joined the expedition cruise market with the launch of several micro cruises for just 12 guests to the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard. The vessels create a lower impact on the environment than the much larger ships now visiting the polar regions. This enables more intimate voyages will appeal to travellers wishing to experience ...

​ Emerald Cruises has unveiled first images the Emerald Azzurra, its new superyacht, following the ships recent launch. The 100-guest yacht is the first of the brand's two superyachts to join the Emerald Cruises fleet. Featuring designer furnishings throughout, 80 per cent of the 50 deluxe staterooms and suites will feature private balconies. Setti...