Travel 28 October 2025 - 19 February 2026

MGM stock jumps 8.5%, but a Las Vegas visitor slump and betting-market fight loom large
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MGM stock jumps 8.5%, but a Las Vegas visitor slump and betting-market fight loom large

MGM Resorts shares jumped 8.5% to $37.19 Wednesday, rebounding after Caesars’ results eased concerns over Las Vegas demand. New data showed Las Vegas lost 3.1 million visitors in 2025, down 7.5% year-over-year, the steepest drop outside the pandemic since 1970. Nevada regulators sued to block Kalshi from offering sports prediction contracts. U.S. stock futures slipped ahead of jobless claims and inflation data.
February 19, 2026
Tesco Clubcard just changed the rules — you can now pay for travel insurance with vouchers
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Tesco Clubcard just changed the rules — you can now pay for travel insurance with vouchers

Tesco Clubcard members can now use vouchers at face value to pay for travel insurance, with a minimum £5 redemption, according to the company’s website. The change comes as Tesco research found 70% of Britons have already booked holidays for 2026. Reward Partner codes are issued digitally via email or the Tesco app. A 10% discount applies to direct travel insurance purchases, excluding add-ons.
February 19, 2026
AirAsia X revives London-Kuala Lumpur flights via Bahrain — daily Gatwick route starts June 26
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AirAsia X revives London-Kuala Lumpur flights via Bahrain — daily Gatwick route starts June 26

AirAsia X will resume flights between Kuala Lumpur and London Gatwick via Bahrain starting June 26, ending a 12-year absence from the UK market. The airline plans to use Airbus A330-300s and aims for 25 daily flights through Bahrain by 2030. Fares start at 85 euros one-way for bookings made by Feb. 22. The Bahrain stop will last 90 minutes to two hours.
February 18, 2026
Norwegian Cruise Line stock steadies near $24 after Elliott stake — what to watch before the open
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Norwegian Cruise Line stock steadies near $24 after Elliott stake — what to watch before the open

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings traded near $24.10 in premarket Wednesday after Elliott Management disclosed a stake above 10% and signaled it may push for board changes. Shares jumped 10% Tuesday after Elliott’s move. Norwegian announced a deal for three new ships with Fincantieri, deliveries set for 2036–2037. The company reports fourth-quarter results March 2.
February 18, 2026
Airbnb stock jumps after ‘Reserve Now, Pay Later’ goes global as traders eye the next catalyst
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Airbnb stock jumps after ‘Reserve Now, Pay Later’ goes global as traders eye the next catalyst

Airbnb shares rose 2.4% to $124.23 in after-hours trading Tuesday after the company expanded its “Reserve Now, Pay Later” option worldwide. CFO Ellie Mertz said the feature increased booking lead times and shifted demand toward larger homes, while overall cancellation rates ticked higher. Investors are watching Booking Holdings’ results later this week for further signals on travel demand.
February 18, 2026
Norwegian Cruise Line stock sinks after CEO shake-up and JPMorgan downgrade — what’s next for NCLH
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Norwegian Cruise Line stock sinks after CEO shake-up and JPMorgan downgrade — what’s next for NCLH

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings shares fell 7.5% to $21.49 in after-hours trading Friday after the board named John W. Chidsey CEO, replacing Harry Sommer. JPMorgan downgraded the stock and cut its price target, citing weaker yield growth and increased promotions. The company reaffirmed its 2025 guidance and expects Q4 net yield near the midpoint of its previous range. Fourth-quarter and full-year results are due March 2.
February 13, 2026
Airbnb stock jumps after earnings — what Wall Street is watching next
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Airbnb stock jumps after earnings — what Wall Street is watching next

Airbnb shares climbed 4.5% to $121.17 in midday trading Friday after the company reported a 12% rise in fourth-quarter revenue and forecast first-quarter sales above Wall Street estimates. The company cited strong demand for higher-priced stays, even as budget travelers pull back. CEO Brian Chesky highlighted new AI-driven customer support and ongoing product changes. Deutsche Bank upgraded the stock, but analysts remain split on growth and margin risks.
February 13, 2026
Optimum Mobile shakes up international roaming with $35 weekly Travel Pass and new calling plans
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Optimum Mobile shakes up international roaming with $35 weekly Travel Pass and new calling plans

Optimum Mobile launched a $35-per-week Travel Pass for international data and introduced monthly calling plans starting at $5 for Mexico and Canada, and $15 for 181 countries. The new add-ons target both new and existing customers. Unlimited Max plan users now get expanded roaming and calling benefits in Mexico, Canada, and the Dominican Republic. Cable-backed mobile providers captured 39% of U.S. smartphone net additions in Q3 2025.
January 19, 2026
Ryanair rejects Starlink in-flight WiFi, citing fuel hit as airlines weigh satellite internet
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Ryanair rejects Starlink in-flight WiFi, citing fuel hit as airlines weigh satellite internet

Ryanair has rejected installing Starlink internet on its planes, citing a 2% fuel penalty from antenna drag and weight, according to CEO Michael O’Leary. SpaceX continues to accelerate Starlink satellite launches, sending 29 more into orbit this week. Governments are weighing satellite internet as a backup during shutdowns. Starlink’s growing role in aviation faces pushback over cost and operational concerns.
January 15, 2026
Best Travel Apps and AI Travel Tools for December 2025: New Features, Deals, and Destinations You Shouldn’t Miss
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Best Travel Apps and AI Travel Tools for December 2025: New Features, Deals, and Destinations You Shouldn’t Miss

Allianz Partners’ Allyz travel assistance app saw downloads surge 250% from 2024 to 2025, nearing 1.5 million by year-end, according to new data. Recent coverage highlights travelers relying on a small set of core apps for navigation, booking, safety, and AI planning, rather than downloading every new tool. Google Maps and Samsung Wallet–Agoda announced new features as travel tech adoption accelerates.
December 4, 2025
Apple Digital ID Puts US Passports in iPhone Wallets: What Travelers Need to Know Today
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Apple Digital ID Puts US Passports in iPhone Wallets: What Travelers Need to Know Today

Apple launched Digital ID, letting U.S. users add passport information to Apple Wallet for use at TSA checkpoints in over 250 airports. The feature went live November 12 in public beta, coinciding with full REAL ID enforcement nationwide. It does not replace a physical passport or serve as a government-issued ID. Privacy and security concerns surfaced as the rollout began.
November 15, 2025