In the weekly press roundup for the week of October 12, 2026:
SAF: corporate purchases could reach 1.9 million tonnes by 2030
Saudi Arabia: the conflict undermines tourism ambitions
EasyJet trims its winter schedule by 1.4 million seats in response to fuel costs
Hospitality: OTAs strengthen their grip on distribution
“Pilgra-merch” — when memories become a travel motif
Tourism: historic and legendary journeys in vogue in 2027
Syria: hotel groups study projects despite obstacles
Lufthansa Group increases its capacity to Japan for summer 2027
Oddity! In Las Vegas, people get married at Five Guys… with their travel agent!
SAF: corporate purchases could reach 1.9 million tonnes by 2030
Saudi Arabia: the conflict undermines tourism ambitions
EasyJet trims its winter schedule by 1.4 million seats in response to fuel costs
Hospitality: OTAs strengthen their grip on distribution
“Pilgra-merch” — when memories become a travel motif
Tourism: historic and legendary journeys in vogue in 2027
Syria: hotel groups study projects despite obstacles
Lufthansa Group increases its capacity to Japan for summer 2027
Oddity! In Las Vegas, people get married at Five Guys… with their travel agent!
SAF: corporate purchases could reach 1.9 million tonnes by 2030
According to a study by IATA, Airbus and Accenture, corporate purchases of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) could reach between 1 and 1.9 million tonnes per year by 2030, up from 323,000 tonnes in 2024.But the market is held back by prices two to three times higher than traditional kerosene, unclear accounting rules, and complex procurement procedures.
Only 15% of surveyed companies currently purchase SAF certificates. The study calls for clarifying emissions accounting rules, increasing transparency, and simplifying procurement to stimulate demand and accelerate production.
An article to read on traveldailynews.com
Saudi Arabia: the conflict undermines tourism ambitions
Regional tensions weigh on Saudi Arabia’s tourism development. Delta Air Lines postpones to March 2027 the launch of its direct Atlanta–Riyadh route, following several attacks on King Khalid International Airport, including one on October 10 that left at least 12 dead and more than 300 injured according to Saudi authorities.
Virgin Atlantic has already canceled its London–Riyadh service in April, citing the conflict, security risks, and challenges in ensuring a reliable flight schedule.
These events cast doubt on the kingdom’s tourism ambitions.
One piece of information to be found on skift.com
Virgin Atlantic has already canceled its London–Riyadh service in April, citing the conflict, security risks, and challenges in ensuring a reliable flight schedule.
These events cast doubt on the kingdom’s tourism ambitions.
One piece of information to be found on skift.com
EasyJet trims its winter seat capacity by 1.4 million due to fuel costs
EasyJet cuts between 600,000 and 700,000 additional seats from its winter programme, following a similar reduction earlier in the year.
In total, the airline is trimming capacity by about 1.4 million seats to limit its exposure to rising fuel prices, which have nearly doubled since the start of the conflict with Iran in February.
Ryanair and Wizz Air are also reducing their winter offerings. The airlines warn about the growing burden of regulatory and environmental costs, notably related to the European Union Emissions Trading System and sustainable fuels (SAF).
Read on travelweekly.co.uk
In total, the airline is trimming capacity by about 1.4 million seats to limit its exposure to rising fuel prices, which have nearly doubled since the start of the conflict with Iran in February.
Ryanair and Wizz Air are also reducing their winter offerings. The airlines warn about the growing burden of regulatory and environmental costs, notably related to the European Union Emissions Trading System and sustainable fuels (SAF).
Read on travelweekly.co.uk
« Pilgra-merch »: when memories become a travel motif
Tourism: historic and legendary trips in vogue in 2027
According to Skyscanner’s travel trends report for 2027, travellers are expected to be more drawn to ancient sites, historical routes, and places popularized by cinema.
Dubbed “Grand Odysseys,” this trend responds to a quest for meaning and a connection with the past.
Films and series influence destination choices: 30% of Gen Z travelers surveyed have already journeyed in the footsteps of ancient narratives. Hiking routes that link natural landscapes with historical heritage should also benefit from this enthusiasm.
More to discover on euronews.com
Dubbed “Grand Odysseys,” this trend responds to a quest for meaning and a connection with the past.
Films and series influence destination choices: 30% of Gen Z travelers surveyed have already journeyed in the footsteps of ancient narratives. Hiking routes that link natural landscapes with historical heritage should also benefit from this enthusiasm.
More to discover on euronews.com
Syria: hotel groups study projects despite obstacles
Syria is looking to revive its tourism sector after years of conflict. Several international hotel groups, including Eagle Hills, Emaar, Accor and Wyndham, are showing interest in possible projects in the country, notably in Damascus and Latakia.
In the first half of 2026, Syria welcomed 3.52 million visitors, including more than two million Syrian expatriates.
While these figures signal a rebound, they do not confirm a broad return of international tourism. Degraded infrastructure and payment difficulties remain significant impediments to a recovery.
A Reuters article
In the first half of 2026, Syria welcomed 3.52 million visitors, including more than two million Syrian expatriates.
While these figures signal a rebound, they do not confirm a broad return of international tourism. Degraded infrastructure and payment difficulties remain significant impediments to a recovery.
A Reuters article
Lufthansa Group increases its capacity to Japan for the summer of 2027
In response to rising demand, the Lufthansa Group plans up to 50 weekly flights to four Japanese airports during the summer of 2027.
The group will resume its seasonal Frankfurt–Nagoya service on March 29, offering three flights per week, and will add a daily flight between Frankfurt and Tokyo-Narita starting March 28.
SWISS will also strengthen its Zurich–Tokyo-Narita service, with up to seven weekly flights. This expansion comes after a record year for international tourism to Japan in 2025, with 42.7 million foreign visitors.
Source: euronews.com
The group will resume its seasonal Frankfurt–Nagoya service on March 29, offering three flights per week, and will add a daily flight between Frankfurt and Tokyo-Narita starting March 28.
SWISS will also strengthen its Zurich–Tokyo-Narita service, with up to seven weekly flights. This expansion comes after a record year for international tourism to Japan in 2025, with 42.7 million foreign visitors.
Source: euronews.com
Quirky! In Las Vegas, you can get married at Five Guys… with your travel agent!
Burger, fries and a bridal bouquet: the travel agency Travelmation teams up with the Five Guys Vegas chain to organize weddings in two of the brand’s restaurants.
From $255, couples will get a ceremony, a meal and two “Just Married” t-shirts.
Travel agents handle the organization and earn a commission. Sometimes all it takes is a good menu to put travel… on the plate!
To be found on travelweekly.com
From $255, couples will get a ceremony, a meal and two “Just Married” t-shirts.
Travel agents handle the organization and earn a commission. Sometimes all it takes is a good menu to put travel… on the plate!
To be found on travelweekly.com
