Issue Date: Oct 26, 2026
Dubai is uniquely positioned as a stopover destination because it offers travellers the opportunity to experience an entirely different kind of holiday in as little as 24 hours. Unlike many international hubs where a stopover is simply a chance to rest between flights, a stay in Dubai can be a second memorable vacation in itself. Just a short stay in the world-class city allows travellers to see some of the highlights of the destination like landmarks Burj Khalifa, Palm Jumeirah, and Burj Al Arab, explore traditional Emirati culture at Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding (SMCCU) or one of the many souks, relax at a beach resort, or head out on a desert safari before the adventure continues.
Fleet expansion: Viking charts a course for growth As Viking’s fleet expanded to 109 vessels across river, ocean, and expedition ships — more than any other cruise company in the world — founder and executive chairman Torstein Hagen shared that the main “c” word he’s concerned about isn’t all the competition in the marketplace. Ann Ruppenstein has the full story. Healing on Thai Time: Wellness luxury in the land of smiles Wellness tourism has been a pillar of Thailand travel for a long time, but a rethink on what defines a healing holiday has sparked a promotional push in key markets around the world as travellers prioritize restorative experiences, meaningful connections and holistic well-being more than ever. Friesen Travel Group on a mission for its clients If you ask Shawn Friesen, Founder and CEO of Friesen Travel Group, about expanding in ‘uncertain times’ and doing it in the ‘bricks and mortar’ space, he’ll tell you that: “People talk a lot about 'uncertain times,' but what I see is a period of incredible intentionality.” Read on, it’s a good news story worth celebrating.
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