British Airways launches direct flight to St. Louis
British Airways has expanded its transatlantic network with the launch of a new direct service from London Heathrow to St. Louis, Missouri. The new route makes British Airways the only UK airline to offer direct flights to St. Louis, famous for the Gateway Arch.
Flights will begin on 19 April 2026 and operate four times per week throughout the summer season. The launch coincides with the 100th anniversary of Route 66, the ‘Mother Road’ – the highway that begins in Chicago and winds through St. Louis on its way to Los Angeles.
Experience Kissimmee launches Latin Culinary Trail
Experience Kissimmee, in collaboration with Atlas Obscura, has unveiled the Latin Culinary Trail, celebrating the Hispanic and Latino heritage of Osceola County. Travellers are increasingly seeking destinations through the lens of local cuisine, looking for flavours that tell the story of a place.
The Latin Culinary Trail brings together restaurants, cafés, food trucks and bars, giving visitors an immersive taste of Kissimmee’s culinary scene. The trail launches with 20 curated restaurants and food spots, aiming to give travellers and residents a deeper understanding of the people, traditions, and flavours that have shaped Kissimmee’s food landscape.
Sculpture by the Sea returns to Sydney
Sculpture by the Sea returns to Bondi Beach from 17 October to 3 November 2025, transforming the coastal walk into the world’s largest free outdoor sculpture exhibition. Featuring over 100 artists from 18 countries, the event showcases contemporary works ranging from stone and bronze pieces to interactive and environmental art.
With Australian talents like Vince Vozzo and Alex Seton alongside international artists, visitors can enjoy a fusion of art and nature. Entry is free, with voluntary donations supporting the artists and future exhibitions.
Return of Kids’ Free San Diego
This October, San Diego is bringing back one of the most family-friendly travel initiatives in the USA: Kids’ Free San Diego. From October 1–31, children 12 and under can enjoy free admission at more than 60 attractions, museums, tours, and experiences when accompanied by a paying adult.
Highlights include the San Diego Zoo, LEGOLAND California Resort, the USS Midway Museum and Birch Aquarium at Scripps. Hotels, restaurants, and tour operators are also participating, offering complimentary meals, activities, and stays for younger guests.
Highline Warsaw debuts
Developer Magnicity has unveiled attraction Highline Warsaw, situated on top of the tallest building in the European Union, the 310-metre Varso Tower in Poland’s capital. The 53rd-floor terrace and panoramic observation point offers a fresh perspective on Warsaw’s landmarks such as the Palace of Culture and Science, and the Vistula River.
The 49th floor is home to HighGarden, a rooftop bar and 400 m² green terrace. Surrounded by cutting-edge architecture including steel and glass plus and natural elements, the entertainment space features a bar serving cocktails accompanied by live music.
Pura Aventura adds Bolivia to portfolio
Pura Aventura is introducing Bolivia to its collection of border-crossing South American trips. Two new journeys, each spanning three countries, will take in Bolivia’s High Altiplano and the Uyuni Salt Flats, as well as Chile, finishing with time spent exploring either Argentina or Peru.
The trips travel overland by 4×4, taking in desert plains, mud pools, expanses of white salt and blue skies. The scenery is matched by local hosts that share stories to bring the country to life, sharing culture, tradition and heritage, such as harvesting salt, herding llamas and making wine.
The Altiplano Adventure: Chile, Bolivia & Argentina itinerary starts from £10,500pp sharing, including 22 nights’ B&B accommodation, 12 lunches & 10 dinners, private airport transfers, full-sized vehicle hire, internal flights and guided activities. The Chile, Bolivia & Peru: A Private Guided Journey itinerary starts from £9,750pp sharing, including 21 nights’ B&B, 16 lunches, 7 dinners, private transfers, internal flights and all guided activities.
Scotland’s ‘Hotel of the year’ launches spa break
Scotland’s ‘Best Spa & Golf Hotel of the year’, the Gailes Hotel & Spa in Irvine, has launched a new ‘Autumn Indulgence Spa Break’ on the Ayrshire coast from 1st September until 30th November 2025.
Located 40 minutes from Glasgow, the the hotel’s spa offers a collection of over 50 personalised treatments, day packages and overnight spa breaks. The venue was crowned the best in Scotland for its spa and golf at the Scottish Prestige Hotel Awards in Glasgow earlier this year.
The ‘Autumn Indulgence Spa Break’ includes an overnight stay with Scottish breakfast, 25-minute facial, afternoon tea in Si! Spa, and full access to the Si! Spa facilities including outdoor hot tub, fire pit and loungers. Also included is a thermal suite experience with vitality pool, sauna, steam room and rainforest shower. The package starts from £145 per person, based on two people sharing.
