Vietnam Airlines has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with APG Inc to deepen bilateral cooperation and renewed its General Sales Agent (GSA) agreement, reinforcing its commercial presence in Belgium and supporting the development of travel between the two countries. The MoU was exchanged at the Vietnam–Europe Business Roundtable, held during the official visit to the European Union and the Kingdom of Belgium by the General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam, accompanied by a high-level Vietnamese delegation.
at Sat, 24 Oct 2026 13:51:47 +0000

Trade-only tour operator USAirtours has launched a new online platform, enabling travel agents to search, quote and book holidays. The platform, USAirtours Online Look & Book, is designed to make the booking process ‘faster and more flexible’, with features including price drop notifications, adjustable commission, interactive hotel maps and instant access to booking documents. Agents can access the platform via desktop, mobile or tablet.
at Sat, 24 Oct 2026 11:02:24 +0000

While Europe’s biggest Christmas markets attract millions of visitors every year, many travellers are seeking lesser-known festive destinations.  Travel experts at eShores have revealed five underrated Christmas markets worth adding to this year’s winter travel plans based on their festive charm and growing search interest. 
at Sat, 24 Oct 2026 10:55:20 +0000

For JETOUR, travel means more than discovering new places, it also means respecting and protecting the natural world. As its “Travel+” ecosystem continues to grow, JETOUR is bringing travel, off-road exploration and nature conservation together, encouraging travelers to explore responsibly and help protect the places they visit.
at Sat, 24 Oct 2026 10:41:54 +0000

La Dolce Vita Orient Express has embarked on its first international journey, departing from Rome Ostiense on 22 October for Istanbul. The five-day, four-night itinerary marks a significant milestone for the train, extending its journeys beyond Italy and bringing together two of Europe’s emblematic destinations through an exceptional travel experience.
at Sat, 24 Oct 2026 10:34:39 +0000

Ensana, Europe’s leading health spa hotel group, has expanded its portfolio to Germany with the Ensana Fürstenhof. Following extensive modernisation, the historic hotel in Bad Griesbach, Bavaria, has been given a fresh new look and now celebrated its official reopening. General Manager Ralf Müller and Frank Halmos, CEO of Ensana Hotels, welcomed invited guests to the grand opening ceremony, joined by Mayor Jürgen Fundke and Cornelia Wasner-Sommer, Deputy District Administrator. With 148 redesigned rooms and a newly refurbished 4,500-square-metre spa area, the hotel presents itself as a modern destination for wellness and relaxation in Lower Bavaria. The next phase of its repositioning will see the introduction of medical facilities, scheduled for early 2027.
at Sat, 24 Oct 2026 07:17:26 +0000

For high-net-worth travellers across the GCC, wellness-led travel offers an opportunity to step away from daily demands and dedicate meaningful time to personal health. Beyond the traditional appeal of relaxation, a growing area of interest is the opportunity to better understand individual health needs, address concerns proactively and establish habits that support long-term wellbeing. At tulåh, a multidisciplinary wellness destination in northern Kerala, this philosophy informs an approach that brings preventative health and personalised recovery together.
at Sat, 24 Oct 2026 07:16:34 +0000

The Palm Beaches continue to build on their momentum, giving visitors fresh reasons to return and new experiences to discover with every visit. After welcoming 6.09 million visitors in the first half of 2026, up 6.4% from 2025, The Palm Beaches are building on this success with a pipeline of approximately $500 million in developments set to further strengthen the tourism economy. Across 39 cities and towns, the next wave of openings and experiences is taking shape, making the destination an even more compelling place to visit in the year ahead.
at Sat, 24 Oct 2026 07:12:06 +0000

Visitors to Florida’s Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex can celebrate the innovation, people and legacy behind NASA’s greatest achievements during MAX POWER, an extra-special event taking place 6 – 8 November 2026. The exhibits and experiences at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex celebrate NASA’s great achievements: past, present, and future. During MAX POWER, guests will go on an extraordinary journey as the visitor complex further transforms into a showcase of human ingenuity.
at Sat, 24 Oct 2026 07:09:50 +0000

Vietjet Thailand is strengthening its presence in ASEAN’s short-haul travel market through collaboration with Tourism Malaysia to support and promote the ‘Visit Malaysia 2026–2027’ campaign, with the aim of encouraging greater travel connectivity and increasing Thai visitor arrivals to Malaysia. The partnership aims to encourage Thai travellers to visit Malaysia during the year-end peak travel season, expand travel options to one of their most popular destinations, and support tourism growth between the two countries.
at Sat, 24 Oct 2026 07:05:28 +0000

Tickitto, the API platform that powers live-event sales for travel and technology companies, today announced they have teamed up with Google to place Tickitto’s live-event inventory in the Events section of relevant Google listings, putting concerts, sports, theatre and local experiences in front of people the moment they search.
at Sat, 24 Oct 2026 07:04:36 +0000

Hotel technology provider dailypoint has launched a free and anonymous AI Readiness Check for hotels. The initiative comes as an analysis of the h2c Global Study 2026 by dailypoint reveals a significant gap between AI adoption in hospitality and the industry’s ability to generate measurable business value from this technology.
at Sat, 24 Oct 2026 07:02:02 +0000

Wizz Air, one of Europe’s largest low-cost airlines, and travel technology leader Amadeus today announce a landmark agreement that will make Wizz Air content available through the Amadeus Travel Platform for the first time. Through the agreement, Wizz Air content will become accessible to Amadeus’ extensive network of travel sellers in selected markets via the Amadeus Ticketless Access (ATLA) solution.
at Sat, 24 Oct 2026 06:59:28 +0000

Holiday Extras, Europe’s leading travel extras specialist, and Travix - part of Trip.com Group - have announced a new partnership that will bring airport parking and lounge access to Travix customers across five brands and multiple European markets.
at Sat, 24 Oct 2026 06:56:43 +0000

International Sound Therapist Svetlana Kaivalya brings her transformative talents to Banyan Tree Samui on Nov. 8 for a New Moon Sound Healing Ceremony, adding an extra dimension to the resort’s existing classes and wellbeing philosophy.
at Sat, 24 Oct 2026 06:46:57 +0000

VIVA Cruises has confirmed its autumn and Christmas 2026 onboard entertainment programme. Headline acts include performances from ‘Inspire Extraordinary’ - a live contemporary circus-style show - combining visual performance and acrobatics designed to work within the intimate setting of VIVA’s river ships. The show - which was successfully trialled earlier this year - will perform on 42 selected departures aboard VIVA TWO, VIVA ENJOY, VIVA MOMENTS and VIVA ONE during October and November.
at Sat, 24 Oct 2026 06:43:12 +0000

Visa, a global leader in digital payments and the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) have signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen Singapore’s appeal as a preferred travel destination and to unlock new growth opportunities. The collaboration will focus on three key pillars – driving discovery of Singapore’s tourism products, especially its dining and night-time experiences; deriving insights to identify high-value tourism opportunities; and developing co-branded marketing campaigns to build brand preference for both Visa and Singapore.
at Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:21:02 +0000

In an increasingly competitive world of luxury hospitality, the ability to evolve while remaining true to a distinctive identity has never been more important. For Cheval Collection, a brand synonymous with exceptional serviced apartments and considered luxury living, the unveiling of its new brand identity marks a defining moment in its journey. Representing its most significant brand evolution in more than 16 years, the relaunch reflects a business with growing international ambitions, a strengthening focus on the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, and a clear vision for the future of luxury accommodation. In this exclusive Q&A, Breaking Travel News speaks with Nick Pilbeam, Chief Commercial Officer of Cheval Collection, to explore the thinking behind the relaunch, what it signals about the group’s next phase of growth, and how the brand intends to build on its reputation for creating exceptional experiences for guests, owners and partners.
at Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:14:54 +0000

Meliá Pattaya Hotel is introducing a new chapter in its culinary offering with the transformation of DEN restaurant into a modern premium izakaya specialising in Japanese grilling and sharing plates. The new concept will be launched with an exclusive four-course dinner paired with premium sake selections on Friday, October 30, 2026. Steeped in Japan’s traditional izakaya culture, DEN takes inspiration from the country’s informal pubs where people gather over drinks and small dishes designed for sharing, offering premium Japanese grilling and beverages amid an atmosphere that pays homage to Tokyo after dark.
at Fri, 23 Oct 2026 10:29:02 +0000

Four years after launching operations in Mexico, Arajet continues to strengthen its presence in this important market, achieving historic performance to date. This is reflected in the growth of total air passenger traffic between the two countries, which, according to data from the Dominican Republic’s Civil Aviation Board (JAC), is projected to exceed 398,000 passengers by the end of 2026. This significant increase in passenger traffic represents 423% growth compared to the 76,049 passengers transported in 2022, the year the Dominican flag carrier began operations in Mexico.
at Fri, 23 Oct 2026 10:28:43 +0000

Amadeus and NVIDIA have been collaborating to explore how accelerated computing and travel-specific AI could support faster, more scalable and more efficient flight search. Building on this work, the companies have now signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen their collaboration and accelerate further exploration. As AI assistants increasingly search on behalf of travelers, they are changing both the volume and complexity of demand placed on travel technology.
at Fri, 23 Oct 2026 10:25:39 +0000

Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has helped transport two rescued brown bears from Russia to their new home at Wild Ireland, a wildlife sanctuary in County Donegal reinforcing its commitment to animal welfare and supporting wildlife conservation efforts.
at Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:20:07 +0000

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, today launched the only nonstop service between Luxembourg and Abu Dhabi, becoming the first airline from the Middle East to fly to Luxembourg. The route operates four times a week on the Etihad A321LR, with strong demand since bookings opened in January 2026. Etihad’s inaugural flight, EY51 from Abu Dhabi, was welcomed at Luxembourg Airport with a water cannon salute.
at Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:18:05 +0000

Emirates will deploy its latest-generation Airbus A350 to Mauritius from 1 November 2026, replacing the Boeing 777 currently operating the airline’s daily EK709/710 service between Dubai and Mauritius.
at Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:16:06 +0000

Emirates is commemorating 35 years of serving Hong Kong, building on a remarkable journey that took flight in July 1991. What began with Emirates’ first landing in Hong Kong has evolved into a longstanding relationship with the city, connecting generations of travellers with Dubai and destinations around the world, with its Fly Better promise at the heart of every journey.
at Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:14:34 +0000

Emirates Skywards, the award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai, is bringing back its popular ‘Mile-A-Minute’ offer, rewarding members with one Skywards Mile for every minute spent in Dubai, up to 7,200 bonus Miles. As Dubai welcomes its winter season of festivals, events and outdoor experiences, the limited-time offer adds an extra reward for international visitors enjoying a holiday or stopover in the city. First introduced in 2021, the popular initiative returns with an opportunity for members to earn bonus Miles on top of those earned on eligible Emirates and flydubai flight tickets.
at Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:11:04 +0000

Air Canada’s mobile app has been named Best Airline App at the 2026 World Aviation Festival in Lisbon, winning the Battle of the Airline Apps. A panel of industry judges compared three airline finalists and rated Air Canada’s app the best. The judges highlighted the app’s ability to bring together the full travel journey in a single experience, helping customers move seamlessly from booking to arrival with personalised, contextual information throughout their trip.
at Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:08:50 +0000

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced that Century Cruises’ new river ship, Century Star, will be available to tour at the RiverView 2027 conference. The ship will feature as part of the new ‘Lite’ programme in Vienna on March 6, when agents will be welcomed onboard for informal visits. Delegates will have the opportunity to explore the ship, meet the onboard team, and enjoy drinks and light refreshments.
at Fri, 23 Oct 2026 07:29:06 +0000

The region’s finest culinary and mixology talent is heading to Barbados. The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) today announced the teams competing in Taste of the Caribbean 2026, taking place Nov. 16-19 at Wyndham Sam Lord’s Castle All-Inclusive Resort, where an expanded slate of competitions will raise the bar for the Caribbean’s chefs and bartenders. This year’s competition brings together 15 teams from Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Belize, Bonaire, Curaçao, Grenada, Jamaica, St. Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, St. Maarten, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
at Fri, 23 Oct 2026 07:20:59 +0000

For the 12th year running, Visit Qatar is set to participate in World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026, taking place from 3–5 November 2026 at ExCeL London, where it will showcase Qatar’s expanding tourism offering to international travel trade professionals, buyers and media.
at Fri, 23 Oct 2026 07:15:11 +0000

London’s Elephant & Castle is getting a new food and drink destination this November, and there’s plenty to tempt locals through the doors. The Elephant Exchange Food Hall, the latest opening from hospitality group Blend Family, will welcome its first visitors on Thursday 12 November, with a week of special offers to celebrate. Families can enjoy Kids Eat Free throughout the first week, including the weekend, while anyone looking to escape the home office can take advantage of bottomless tea and coffee throughout launch week. Whether it’s a family meal, a catch-up with friends, or a change of scenery for the working day, the new food hall invites the local community to come in and give it a try.
at Fri, 23 Oct 2026 07:01:59 +0000

Explore Worldwide has launched its hotly anticipated annual 2026 Black Friday sale, offering travellers 20 percent off more than 1,500 selected departures worldwide for travel throughout 2027. Running from Thursday 19 November until Tuesday 1 December 2026, the sale applies to selected departures travelling between 1 March and 31 December 2027, giving customers the chance to save on adventures across Explore Worldwide’s extensive programme.
at Fri, 23 Oct 2026 06:58:41 +0000

YTL Hotels has announced the acquisition of a lifestyle hotel at 181 South Bridge Road in Singapore, which will be rebranded as Hotel Stripes Singapore Chinatown, Autograph Collection, by YTL Hotels and a private fund managed by BlackRock. The 304-room, 16-story property will be repositioned as an upper-upscale hotel within Marriott International’s Autograph Collection, marking the Hotel Stripes brand’s debut in Singapore.
at Fri, 23 Oct 2026 06:53:54 +0000

Connecting investors with the next generation of event industry businesses, IBTM Ignite, which combines investment-ready support, live pitching and structured introductions, will return to IBTM World for 2026. Delivered in partnership with growth consultancy and M&A specialist allpoints, Ignite creates a route from early potential to real commercial opportunity. To date, Ignite has helped participating businesses secure £3.5 million in investment, demonstrating the programme’s role in turning promising ideas into sustainable growth. We speak to two of this year’s exciting start-ups taking part in the programme - Gianluca Sordano, CEO & Co-Founder at Always Friday, and Shelby Crisan, Founder at KNO Events, to discuss what IBTM Ignite means for the future success of their businesses.
at Fri, 23 Oct 2026 06:49:20 +0000

African Bush Camps, a luxury safari operator with bespoke itineraries across Botswana, Zambia and Zimbabwe, has long pioneered family safari travel by making authentic African safaris accessible, educational and inspiring for guests of all ages. While many safaris impose strict age restrictions that exclude children, African Bush Camps believes exceptional safaris should be experienced together as a family, with special Experiences designed to be shared across generations.
at Fri, 23 Oct 2026 06:46:58 +0000

Escorted tour operator Travelsphere has launched a new limited-time ‘Great Autumn Sale’, offering savings on almost 100 itineraries departing in 2027.
at Fri, 23 Oct 2026 06:45:42 +0000

Wymara Resort + Villas, which comprises a stylish oceanfront resort on Grace Bay Beach and ultra-private villas above Sunset Cove on Providenciales in the Turks and Caicos Islands, has joined Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ prestigious Legend Collection. Wymara Villas, Sunset Cove will also be part of Preferred Residences, offering travellers seeking greater privacy and space, a distinct way to experience the island. Reserved for hotels that represent the very highest standards of luxury, the Legend Collection is a globally sophisticated, culturally refined portfolio recognized for exquisite accommodations, intuitive and personalised service, renowned dining, and exceptional spas.
at Fri, 23 Oct 2026 06:39:58 +0000

This autumn, Casa Cook El Gouna enters its next era as it unveils brand new signature suites and reimagined guest spaces. Set between the shores of the Red Sea and dunes of the desert, the design-led adults-only hotel is unveiling the first phase of an extensive refurbishment that will elevate the Casa Cook lifestyle through enhanced accommodation, refreshed spaces and curated guest experiences that are embodied by the brand’s approach to laid-back luxury.
at Fri, 23 Oct 2026 06:36:57 +0000

Lore Group, the hospitality company known for its international portfolio of luxury hotels and dining destinations (including Pulitzer Amsterdam, One Hundred Shoreditch, and Sea Containers London), announces the appointment of Kristie Rasheed as Managing Director, U.S. Hotels. Rasheed will oversee Lore Group’s U.S. operations, specifically for Riggs Washington DC, Lyle Washington DC and Hotel Park Ave NYC, with a focus on operational performance, financial strategy, and delivering exceptional guest experiences throughout the domestic portfolio.
at Fri, 23 Oct 2026 06:33:11 +0000

Singapore Airlines (SIA) is enhancing its in-flight entertainment experience with next-generation KrisWorld and high-speed connectivity, giving customers more choice, control, and flexibility throughout their journeys. The new KrisWorld brings together 4K high-resolution touchscreen displays, including OLED screens on selected aircraft and cabin classes, with spatial audio, Bluetooth headphone pairing, a redesigned user interface, a new wellness planner, personalisation features, and more than 2,500 entertainment options.
at Fri, 23 Oct 2026 06:26:57 +0000