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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.

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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

Etihad Airways Continues to Soar Across Southeast Asia
Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, celebrated the launch of two new routes into Southeast Asia, bringing the airline’s global network to 83 destinations. On 2 October, the airline operated its first-ever flight to Medan in Sumatra, Indonesia, followed by the launch of flights to Phnom Penh, the capital of the Kingdom of Cambodia, on 3 October. These new routes strengthen the airline’s commitment to enhancing global connectivity and enriching cultural exchange and economic connections between Southeast Asia and markets across the Middle East, Europe and Africa. “We’re proud to expand our network in Southeast Asia, inviting more guests across the region to explore our home with a convenient and direct route to Abu Dhabi, creating new connections for commerce and tourism between Abu Dhabi and the region. We’re also pleased to encourage and inspire travel to these two new culturally rich and diverse places, both Sumatra and Phnom Penh are extraordinary destinations with both natural and man-made wonders to offer and explore,” said, Antonoaldo Neves, Chief Executive Officer at Etihad Airways....more

Hyatt Collaborates with HYROX as the Official Regional Hotel Partner in Asia Pacific
World of Hyatt, the award-winning loyalty program from Hyatt, is announcing a new regional collaboration with HYROX Asia Pacific—one of the world’s premier fitness racing series. As HYROX’s Official Hotel Partner across Asia Pacific, World of Hyatt highlights the continued commitment of every Hyatt hotel to providing exceptional hospitality experiences that meet the evolving needs of today’s travelers. HYROX is known for its innovative race format that combines running with functional workouts, attracting thousands of fitness enthusiasts across the region. Each race challenges participants to push their limits and compete alongside athletes from around the world. To complement the HYROX experience, participating Hyatt hotels across Asia Pacific will offer tailored wellness-focused stays designed to support athletes and guests throughout their race journey—from thoughtful amenities, nutritious dining options, and access to wellness facilities that help them prepare and recover at their best. Whether staying in a luxury city hotel or a modern extended-stay property, guests may choose from distinctive stay options suited to their travel preferences....more

Future Hospitality Summit spotlights dynamic Asian tourism and hospitality market
Future Hospitality Summit – FHS World is putting the Philippines in the spotlight with a dedicated pavilion highlighting the country’s dynamic, diverse hospitality and tourism sector throughout the event, taking place at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai, 27-29 October.  Philippine tourism is experiencing a massive rebound, with the number of visitors rising 36-fold from 164,000 in 2021 to nearly 6 million in 2024, and over 3.9 million tourist arrivals from January to August this year alone. The country is aiming for more than 10 million visitors and an additional 120,000 new hotel rooms by 2028....more

Dubai Airports launches next phase of accessibility strategy
Dubai Airports today announced the next phase of its accessibility strategy, a renewed 10-year commitment to transform both Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC) into the world’s most accessible and inclusive airports by 2035. The long-term plan focuses on maintaining strong foundations, enhancing the guest experience across all touchpoints, and positioning DXB and DWC as global leaders in inclusive travel. The strategy aligns with international best practice, the UAE’s commitment to the rights of People of Determination (PoD), and Dubai’s vision to be a disability-friendly city....more

Park Hyatt Celebrates Over Four Decades of Personalized Luxury
Hyatt Hotels Corporation announces that the Park Hyatt brand’s commitment to personalized luxury is reflected not only in its philosophy to provide service at the highest standard, but also in the brand’s thoughtful approach to entering desirable locations across the globe. In 2025, Hyatt commemorates the 45th anniversary of Park Hyatt—an iconic brand that has helped redefine luxury hospitality since the debut of Park Hyatt Chicago in 1980. The first global Park Hyatt marketing campaign in over five years, Luxury is Personal, showcases the brand’s articulation of intuitive service and intentional enrichment. Through a subtle symphony of refined details, each Park Hyatt stay experience is composed to enrich the way our guests stay with us. From scent, to space, to service, the campaign captures the quiet resonance and seamless sensory harmony that occurs when each detail is orchestrated with care and attuned to the individual....more

Emirates, flydubai and Dubai Finance partner to accelerate ‘Dubai Cashless strategy’
Emirates and flydubai have signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Dubai Finance (DOF) to advance digital payment initiatives and promote ‘Dubai Cashless Strategy’ among international tourists, cementing the city’s position as a global digital economy hub. With over 18.7 million tourists visiting Dubai in 2024, cash-reliant travellers represent the emirate’s greatest untapped potential for digital payment adoption. Two separate MoUs were signed by Adnan Kazim, Emirates’ Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer and Hamad Obaidalla, flydubai’s Chief Commercial Officer with Ahmad Ali Meftah, Executive Director of the Central Accounts Sector at DOF, in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline & Group, His Excellency Abdulrahman Saleh Al Saleh, Director General of DOF along with senior Emirates Group and flydubai executives....more

Emirates expands London Heathrow schedule to 48 weekly flights
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is unlocking more opportunities for travel with the addition of six weekly flights to its London Heathrow schedule, starting 26 October 2025. The boosted schedule for the winter season follows record growth and demand, providing more convenience and departure time choices for travellers journeying to and from London Heathrow, and is well-timed to serve the year-end travel peak. Emirates already flies six times a day to and from London Heathrow, and all flights are served by its flagship Airbus A380. The additional flights will operate on all days except for Fridays during the winter period with the airline’s Boeing 777-300ER, offering over 350 seats each way in a three-class configuration split between First, Business, and Economy....more

IHG Hotels & Resorts accelerates growth of voco hotels in Southern Europe
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces the continued growth of voco through nine new signings and openings across Southern Europe, adding over 1,000 keys to the brand’s portfolio. The accelerated growth sees properties in France, Italy, Portugal, Spain and Türkiye significantly strengthen IHG’s premium presence in the region. Since launching in 2018, voco has quickly become the fastest growing brand within IHG’s premium segment, having recently celebrated the milestone of 100 open hotels globally. Building on this success, the new signings and openings join 35* open and 22* pipeline voco properties across Europe. Each voco property is distinct, with an inviting atmosphere which creates a space where guests can truly unwind and feel at ease, whilst also ensuring the reliability of a global brand....more

InterContinental debuts in Hokkaido with the Opening of Sapporo’s first international luxury hotel
InterContinental, the world’s first and largest international luxury hotel brand, continues its legacy of pioneering in new destinations with the opening of InterContinental Sapporo, offering guests rich cultural discovery in one of Japan’s most captivating destinations. Sapporo, located on Hokkaido – Japan’s northernmost island – is renowned as a world-class winter resort destination with scenic ski slopes, a distinct culinary scene, and its status as a UNESCO Creative City of Media Arts. InterContinental Sapporo serves as an ideal gateway for guests to connect to the cultural heartbeat of the city, set within the Nakajima Park area and moments from the vibrant Susukino entertainment district. The guest journey has been designed around the brand’s vision of facilitating cultural discovery, leaning on unrivalled concierge knowledge to deliver rich experiences for modern day travellers....more

Hilton Opens 9,000th Hotel, Fueled by Owner Preference for Hilton’s Brands
Hilton has announced it has reached the milestone of 9,000 hotels globally, representing nearly three openings per day since reaching 8,000 hotels just a year ago.  Driven by owner interest in Hilton’s brands around the world and strong conversion activity, Hilton continues to grow its portfolio at a robust pace....more