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Perth’s culinary landscape is gaining increased attention, with standout restaurants contributing to its recognition as a must-visit dining city. Food tourism in Perth is growing as visitors explore its notable eateries.

Hong Kong has introduced the Festival of Connoisseurs to encourage expansion in its luxury travel sector. The event focuses on drawing affluent visitors and bolstering the city's luxury tourism profile.

U.S. Travel is hosting a conference in Louisiana with the goal of energizing the local tourism industry. The event will assemble travel leaders to discuss growth and promotional strategies.

Mews and SiteMinder have introduced a combined AI-based platform to enhance hotel operations and improve booking experiences. The system seeks to simplify hotel distribution and provide guests with easier booking processes.

Expedia has introduced AI-based booking tools to help travelers customize flight, hotel, cruise, and complete trip planning. These are integrated into the company’s official marketplace.

American Airlines has deployed Starlink internet on over 500 aircraft to improve in-flight connectivity. The initiative seeks to help passengers remain connected during travel disruptions.

AARP has launched a limited-time membership deal enhancing travel discounts and perks. Members can join or renew to unlock exclusive travel benefits during the promotion.

WestJet has introduced new cancellation technology to streamline the process for passengers facing flight disruptions. This development aims to address previous challenges with cancellations and rebooking.

Ongoing issues with governance and management at the Silicon Valley Convention Center are affecting its event operations. The center continues to face unresolved oversight challenges.

ITB China 2026 took place in Shanghai with more than 23,500 attendees. The event focused on enhancing collaboration across the global travel industry.