Travel & Food news · 3 November 2026
Cyberattacks Hit Supermarket Freezers Across Europe, Forcing Mass Food Disposal
Apparent cyberattacks sent refrigerator and freezer temperatures soaring at supermarkets in at least three European countries on Monday, forcing major grocery chains to throw out large quantities of spoiled food.
Dubai Launches World's First City-Wide Tourism Loyalty Club and New Digital Visa Platform
Dubai unveiled the Dubai Access Club, the world's first city-led, invitation-only tourism loyalty programme rewarding returning visitors with exclusive benefits and experiences, alongside a new integrated Visit Dubai digital platform for visa applications and tourism services.
Cancun Tops US Thanksgiving 2026 International Travel Rankings
Analysis of just over 145,000 insured US trip bookings for Thanksgiving 2026 places Cancun first among international destinations, with eight of the top ten picks in Mexico or the Caribbean.
Air New Zealand and Jetstar Open New Direct Routes from Christchurch
Air New Zealand launched non-stop Christchurch–Bali flights and confirmed year-round Christchurch–Singapore service, while Jetstar began a three-weekly Perth–Christchurch route adding over 37,000 new seats this summer.
Indonesia on Track for Record 16.5 Million Foreign Visitors in 2026
Indonesia's foreign tourist arrivals grew 8.24 per cent in the first four months of 2026, with spending up over five per cent, putting the country on course for its best tourism year since before the pandemic.