Vietnamese cuisine is widely celebrated as a highlight of any visit – and now the local craft‑beer scene is making waves too. Whether you prefer a light, crisp lager or a hop‑forward IPA, Vietnamese brewers have mastered every style, and many beer halls pour dozens of house brews. Beer lovers visiting this fall can attend Beer Asia, Asia’s premier craft‑brew event, in Ho Chi Minh City (Oct 28–29); other local beer festivals pop up year‑round in Da Nang and Hanoi. Book VietJet Air or Malaysia Airlines. Contact Matt Radack [MRadack@airlinepros.com]
SunExpress, founded in 1989 by Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines, connects sun‑seekers from Frankfurt and Antalya to Turkey’s hotspots – Istanbul, Izmir, Dalaman and Antalya – with a modern 737 fleet. It’s ideal for short breaks, beach stays and easy connections to regional resorts. Strong inventory and simple routings make it great to sell as packaged beach escapes or add‑ons to longer European itineraries. Contact Ron Kosmahl [RKosmahl@airlinepros.com]
Air Astana – Kazakhstan’s flag carrier – links Nur‑Sultan and Almaty with Europe, the Middle East and South/Southeast Asia (including Istanbul, Dubai, Delhi and Bangkok). The network opens access to dramatic mountains, modern cities and Silk Road history, delivering deep cultural immersion and distinctive experiences for experiential travellers. Sell multi‑stop Silk Road routes and pair city stays with mountain excursions for higher‑value itineraries. Contact Konstantin Gudz [KGudz@airlinepros.com]
Air Mozambique Airlines (TM) connects Maputo and Nampula with regional hubs and beach gateways – your shortcut to the Indian Ocean’s turquoise coast, vibrant markets and Portuguese‑influenced cuisine. Highlights for US travellers include Vilanculos and the Bazaruto Archipelago for snorkelling, diving and luxury beach lodges; Inhambane and Tofo for whale‑watching and surf; and Maputo for colourful markets, colonial architecture and lively seafood dining. Upsell flexible tickets, extra baggage, and travel insurance; and combine reliable regional international gateways (such as Johannesburg) with confirmed domestic segments to create a smooth Bush‑and‑Beach product. Contact Yasmin Sabbag [YSabbag@airlinepros.com]