Business Traveller

The leading magazine for the corporate traveller. We aim to save you money and make your travelling life easier. Each edition has the latest news from airlines, airports, hotels and car hire companies, reviews of the latest gadgets, technology and accessories and destinations pieces - where to stay, what to eat, what to see, and how to behave, all delivered by our own writers and journalists around the world. In addition, loyalty programs are examined, deals and promotions collected and feature stories cover a wide range of issues such as health, security, technology, golf, automotive, financial and buying property. With editorial staff based in our offices around the globe we are uniquely placed to ensure that our different editions reflect the needs of our readers locally.

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STAR LETTER Re-boot report

Lisbon • The greatest show on Earth heads to town

ETIHAD SETS A NEW STANDARD FOR SINGLEAISLE FLYING • Etihad is stepping up its game to meet its Journey 2030 goal – a growth plan that aims to see its fleet doubled and passenger numbers tripled by the end of the decade

Saudi style • Saudia opens lounge in Heathrow T4

SUITE NEWS FROM AMERICAN AIRLINES

MICE stays • Six business-minded hotels that are perfect for hosting meetings, rewarding staff or providing an inspiring backdrop for events

Unlikely contra band • From vapes to chewing gum – what not to pack next time you travel

Are you not entertained? • With everything from spa sanctuaries to gaming rooms, these days you'll want to arrive at the airport extra early.

LOUNGE ACT • Four entertaining Priority Pass lounges and experiences

LONG LAYOVER • TURN HOURS OR DAYS INTO A MINIBREAK

MAMMOTH JOURNEY • Join a herd of elephants across the US or buy some merch to support a charitable project

‘We're 100 years old, but have a lot more to come. That's an exciting place to be’ • Tamsin Cocks sat down with Delta SVP EMEAI, Matteo Curcio, to talk about tariff wars, the airline's centenary and its plans for the future

100 YEARS OF DELTA

TRUMP, TARIFFS AND TRAVEL • Policies from the current US administration that have targeted immigration and trade are causing travellers to reroute

ARE POINTS AND STATUS A GENERATIONAL ISSUE? • How travellers of different ages approach loyalty programmes

Q & A FLOWER POWER • Hannah Brandler catches up with Hamish Powell, a floral artist based in London

Amsterdam • Cruise the canals, brave a pickled herring or pick out some new bling in the Netherlands’ vibrant capital

CRUISING THE CANAL

Escape to the country • London's culinary hub Carousel brings main character energy to Guy Ritchie's Wiltshire estate this summer

FEAST YOUR EYES • A celebration of culinary photography

The heat is on • How hammams are becoming a worldwide wellness trend

HAMMAM ESSENTIALS

THE STAY HIGH-FLYING FINE DINING • Heading to the races? Elevate the visit with a hot air balloon dining experience

Luxe lodgings

THE PRODUCT

The Better Sister

A Wilder Way: How Gardens Grow Us by Poppy Okotcha

The Savoy Originals

OUR PICK OF EVENTS TAKING PLACE AROUND THE WORLD

TRAVEL WITH PRIDE • LGBTQ+ TRAVELLERS FACE OBSTACLES OTHERS TAKE FOR GRANTED – BUT THE WELCOMING COMMUNITY IS EVERYWHERE SAYS CALUM MCSWIGGAN, BOOKING.COM‘S TRAVEL PROUD AMBASSADOR

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA

TAIPEI, TAIWAN

SAFE SPACES

MIAMI BEACH, USA

THE PINK POUND

AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS

LIFE IN THE LUXURY LANE • Private terminals aren't just for private jets – upgrade your next journey with these...