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Interhike has added the ability to discuss all of the features on the website with other visitors. You can ask questions about camping sites, leave comments about hostels, give advice about products, and travel advice about tourist locations.

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Don't miss out on extra discounts this summer! Interhike has the latest discount codes to get up to 13% off displayed prices.

This is on top of our standard price comparison system which lets you find the cheapest place to buy your camping... more

We've now added Albania, Bulgaria, Lithuania and Serbia to our lists of European camping sites and hostels. We're still working on getting them onto the maps properly, but you can browse through them all already.

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Now here's a brilliant idea from the great people at Extreme Pie. We've all got a few presents that we've left till the last minute and with "last posting days" pretty much upon us, Extreme Pie have announced that all orders ... more

With calendars of the Eastern European cities so hard to come by in the UK, Interhike have started creating our own. This time, we are announcing our exclusive Prague calendar. No longer do you have to travel all the way to Prague to get the lates... more

The Datai Langkawi announces Part II of The Chef Series 2025: The Gold List
A line-up of celebrated Michelin-starred chefs continues the culinary journey in the heart of the Langkawi rainforest...more

Destination Spotlight: Al Ain Emerges as UAE’s Cultural and Eco-Tourism Gem for Global Travel
As travellers seek deeper connections with place, heritage, and nature, Al Ain—widely known as the “Garden City” of the UAE—is gaining renewed interest from the global travel trade. Just 90 minutes from Abu Dhabi city, this lush oasis town offers an immersive showcase of Emirati history, desert ecology, and authentic hospitality. For business-to-business travel planners, Al Ain presents a well-rounded destination ideal for FITs, educational tours, luxury retreats, and incentive programmes....more

Global Tourism Icons Unite to Endorse Gloria Guevara for Secretary-General of UN Tourism
A distinguished group of former global tourism leaders has united to endorse Gloria Guevara as the next Secretary-General of UN Tourism, citing her unmatched experience, visionary leadership, and proven ability to drive inclusive and sustainable growth across the Travel & Tourism sector....more

Global Travel & Tourism to reach new heights in 2025
The World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) is forecasting that international visitor spending will break all previous records this year, reaching an unprecedented $2.1TN - $164BN more than the 2019 peak....more

Saudi Arabia unveils TOURISE, a new global tourism platform
TOURISE is the first global platform designed to unite visionary leaders from both the public and private sectors across the tourism, technology, investment, and sustainability ecosystems. Anchored by a high-level advisory board of global industry figures, TOURISE aims to unlock unprecedented deal flow and high-value investment opportunities poised to reset the tourism landscape. The platform will also feature the TOURISE Awards, a program recognizing best-in-class destinations that deliver purposeful, unforgettable travel experiences aligned with the evolving expectations of today’s travelers. The inaugural, invite-only TOURISE Summit will be held in Riyadh from 11–13 November 2025, serving as the launchpad for a year-round platform that will redefine how the world travels, connects, and grows....more

University of South Africa (UNISA) Endorses Harry Theoharis for Secretary-General of UN Tourism
The University of South Africa (UNISA), Africa’s largest open distance learning institution and a global leader in academic innovation, has formally announced its endorsement of Mr. Harry Theoharis in his candidacy for Secretary-General of UN Tourism....more

TII expands Falcon series with Arabic and high-performance models
Falcon Arabic: In addition to supporting English and European-origin languages, Falcon now integrates Arabic — significantly expanding its reach and relevance across the Arabic-speaking world. It stands as the region’s best-performing Arabic AI model, tailored for nuanced, culturally aware applications in government, business, and education. Falcon-H1: Designed to deliver top-tier performance with exceptional efficiency, Falcon-H1 redefines the possibilities of AI portability. Outperforming Meta’s LLaMA and Alibaba’s Qwen, this model enables high-quality AI experiences on everyday devices and in resource-limited settings, making cutting-edge capabilities accessible across a wide range of environments....more

Voices of the Caribbean: Leaders Shaping the Future at CTM 2025
The Caribbean Travel Marketplace (CTM) 2025, held in vibrant Antigua, has once again proven itself to be more than a trade event — it is a gathering of the region’s most passionate, forward-thinking tourism leaders. As Breaking Travel News continued its live video coverage, conversations with top executives, marketers, and hoteliers offered powerful insight into the challenges and opportunities shaping Caribbean tourism in a rapidly evolving global landscape. At the heart of this year’s dialogue is the theme of resilience, reinvention, and collaboration. From island-wide strategies to boutique resort experiences, each interview spotlighted a unique facet of the Caribbean’s rich and diverse tourism ecosystem....more

Destination Spotlight on Abu Dhabi: A Journey Through Heritage, Culture, and Hospitality
Abu Dhabi is a city that defies expectations. While its shimmering skyline and cutting-edge infrastructure signal a forward-looking metropolis, it is the deep roots of tradition, culture, and hospitality that truly define the capital of the UAE. On a recent visit, I experienced a journey that seamlessly blended ancient history with bold innovation, showcasing why Abu Dhabi is fast becoming one of the world’s most compelling cultural destinations....more

Oman to add 62,800 homes and 5,800 hotel rooms by 2030
The Sultanate of Oman is poised to deliver 62,800 new residential real estate units by 2030, with 5,500 coming to market this year in line with the country’s strategic vision, according to new insight from leading real estate and advisory consultant, Cavendish Maxwell....more