A chilly evening settled over Barcelona yesterday, the kind that makes you breathe a bit slower just to take it all in, and the Basilica of the Sagrada Família felt more alive than ever. The night marked a century since the completion of the tower of Barnabas — the very first of Gaudí’s planned eighteen towers, and the only one he lived to see fully rise from paper to stone. … [Read more...] about Sagrada Família — 100 Years of the Tower of Barnabas, Barcelona, November 30, 2025
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Indonesia at ILTM Cannes 2025 — A Luxury Invitation to Go Beyond Ordinary
The idea of Indonesia stepping onto the global luxury stage in Cannes feels both overdue and perfectly timed. The Ministry of Tourism is heading to the International Luxury Travel Market from December 1 to 4, and the timing couldn’t be better: the country is already riding a wave of international recognition — Michelin Keys awarded to 33 hotels, top regional placements in … [Read more...] about Indonesia at ILTM Cannes 2025 — A Luxury Invitation to Go Beyond Ordinary
Christmasland in New Taipei City 2025, Nov. 14–Dec. 29, Taiwan
Crowds gathered beneath the winter night sky as Christmasland 2025 lit up New Taipei City, and there was this soft moment right before the show began where everything felt strangely calm—then the lights snapped on, music burst through the plaza, and the air instantly shifted into full celebration mode. The opening ceremony unfolded like a holiday movie scene: performers from a … [Read more...] about Christmasland in New Taipei City 2025, Nov. 14–Dec. 29, Taiwan
Midosuji Runway 2025, November 3, Osaka
Osaka isn’t shy about putting on a show, and this year’s Midosuji Runway felt like the city standing straight-backed with a grin, saying: “Yes, this is who we are.” The whole thing unfolded along Midosuji — that wide, iconic artery of Osaka — with an estimated 200,000 people crowding sidewalks, waving flags, snapping photos, and occasionally stretching on tiptoes just to catch … [Read more...] about Midosuji Runway 2025, November 3, Osaka
International Mediterranean Tourism Market IMTM 2026, February 3–4, EXPO Tel Aviv
There’s a certain rhythm to trade fairs, but IMTM always feels slightly different. Maybe it’s the geography — Israel sitting at the meeting point of continents, cultures, and flight paths — or maybe it’s the timing, early February, when the global tourism industry is already sketching out the shape of the year ahead. This edition carries a very specific tone: reopening the … [Read more...] about International Mediterranean Tourism Market IMTM 2026, February 3–4, EXPO Tel Aviv
STARS of Cabernet, November 20, 2025, The Peninsula Beverly Hills
There’s a certain thrill that washes over you the moment you imagine the Peninsula’s fountain-lit entrance on a November evening, the kind of night when Beverly Hills seems to sparkle a little brighter and the air practically hums with expectation. That’s the atmosphere the STARS of Cabernet leans into every year, but 2025 feels like it’s shaping up to be something even larger, … [Read more...] about STARS of Cabernet, November 20, 2025, The Peninsula Beverly Hills
UN Tourism General Assembly Opens in Riyadh
The 26th session of the UN Tourism General Assembly opened today in Riyadh, marking the first time the gathering has been held in the Gulf Cooperation Council region. It is also the largest General Assembly since the organization’s founding five decades ago. Approximately 160 delegations, including ministers, senior officials, and representatives from industry and civil … [Read more...] about UN Tourism General Assembly Opens in Riyadh
World Travel Market (WTM) London 2025, November 4–6, London
There’s something about London in early November that feels like the stage lights are being dimmed just enough to make the world more focused. The sky leans grey, the air gets that slightly brisk bite, and then inside the halls of ExCeL London everything turns bright and loud and buzzing with possibility. WTM London 2025 arrives right in that moment, gathering more than 45,000 … [Read more...] about World Travel Market (WTM) London 2025, November 4–6, London
AVA Resort Cancun Winter Festival, December 15, 2025 – January 12, 2026, Cancun, Mexico
The end of the year will take on a new sparkle at AVA Resort Cancun, one of Mexico’s most exciting luxury destinations, as it launches its first-ever Winter Festival. This all-inclusive, family-friendly event runs from December 15, 2025, through January 12, 2026, offering guests a season of vibrant celebrations framed by the turquoise waters and white sands of the Caribbean. … [Read more...] about AVA Resort Cancun Winter Festival, December 15, 2025 – January 12, 2026, Cancun, Mexico
IAAPA Expo Europe 2025: The Global Stage for Attractions Innovation
Barcelona will once again be the heartbeat of the leisure and attractions industry when IAAPA Expo Europe 2025 takes over the Fira Gran Via from September 22 to 26. Known as the continent’s largest trade show for the attractions sector, this year’s event promises record numbers, expanded programs, and an unprecedented showcase of innovation. The exhibition floor will be open … [Read more...] about IAAPA Expo Europe 2025: The Global Stage for Attractions Innovation