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6 stories Updated October 6, 2026
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Riyadh

Riyadh Air Opens a Jakarta Door

Riyadh Air flies Riyadh–Jakarta three times weekly from 16 November, its 16th destination. A new premium option for Indonesian pilgrims and Saudi-bound clients, priced against Saudia and Garuda.

Hotel Watch · Kyoto

Four Openings to Pitch

Four luxury openings with dates confirmed in 2026 reporting, from Kyoto this winter to the Nile and Sardinia next summer, are worth putting in front of planners booking 2027 now.

Trend Analysis · Hội An

The Exchange-Rate Itinerary

Virtuoso's advisors say luxury clients now open with a budget, not a place. Vietnam, Egypt and Turkey win the swap, but the currency maths needs checking first.

Trend Analysis · Kyoto

Japan Takes the Crown

Virtuoso advisors rank Japan No. 1 for 2027, ahead of Italy for the first time. Price Kyoto's new hotel tax into quotes and book spring now.

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