Travel Uni News

  • Choosing to marry at a special destination today goes far beyond selecting an unusual venue: it is about transforming the wedding into a complete experience that reflects the couple’s personality. Whether set against a backdrop of white sands and golden sunsets by the sea, in the heart of a bustling city, or in an environment that incorporates local rituals and traditions, destination weddings in the Caribbean and Latin America offer extraordinary settings that blend luxury, culture, and nature. Beyond the scenery, these hotels stand out for their personalized services, capable of turning “I Do” into an authentic and unforgettable celebration.
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  • Oceania Cruises®, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused luxury cruise line, today introduced The Joy of Traveling Well - a new global campaign and evolved brand expression that reflects the company’s continued commitment to intentional, enriching travel at sea.
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  • HotelREZ Hotels & Resorts has appointed Hadley O’Dwyer as Vice President of Customer Success and Engagement to reinforce the company’s continued investment in operational excellence, digital innovation, and customer‑centric growth.
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  • The second edition of The Oberoi Concours d’Elegance concluded at The Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur reaffirming its position as one of the most significant gatherings of classic automobiles and collectors in the region. Over three days, the event brought together eminent historians, global collectors, designers and automotive connoisseurs for an immersive tribute to India’s unique motoring heritage, craftsmanship and culture.
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  • Following the call by the Vereinigung Cockpit union for full-day strikes on Thursday 12 and Friday 13 March 2026, Lufthansa has published a special flight schedule for both days. More than 50 percent of the originally planned flight programme can be offered on Thursday and Friday. For long-haul connections, the proportion is as high as 60 percent.
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  • Customers on board select American Airlines flights can now enjoy a new way to elevate their inflight dining experience as the airline partners with Smash Kitchen, the fast-growing, better-for-you food brand known for bold flavor and real ingredients.
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  • American Airlines is continuing its investment in premium customer experiences and the Austin, Texas, community with plans to open a new, expanded Admirals Club® lounge at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). The new lounge will span more than 12,000 square feet on the west side of the terminal, doubling its current footprint at AUS, and introduce a first for American’s lounge network: an outdoor terrace space. Guests will enjoy expansive views of downtown Austin and the airfield, creating a uniquely local and elevated atmosphere for customers.
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  • The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is advancing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in air cargo with three initiatives to improve operational efficiency, strengthen safety and compliance, and accelerate innovation across the global air cargo value chain:
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  • Celebrity Cruises’ 2028 Galapagos expeditions on the Forbes Travel Guide rated Celebrity Flora opened for booking today. More than 50 all-inclusive sailings in 2028 promise extraordinary, once-in-a-lifetime adventures. Every sailing offers unforgettable experiences – from snorkeling with sea lions, kayaking with sea turtles, exploring coastlines along breathtaking cliffs, encountering giant tortoises, and much more. Itineraries led by Galapagos National Park expert naturalists immerse guests in the destination each day, as they take in the breathtaking nature and wildlife of the diverse island archipelago.
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  • Today marks the official debut of Beckons, a new experiential luxury hospitality brand uniting the award-winning Baillie Lodges and Tierra Hotels portfolios. Beckons is built around journeys of discovery for curious travelers seeking deeper connection to place, culture, and the natural world. Through a growing collection of lodges in some of the world’s most rare and remarkable destinations, the brand is guided by a regenerative approach to luxury travel, one that goes beyond sustainability to create positive, lasting impact for landscapes, wildlife, and the communities who call these places home. Cultivating a global footprint of lodges with an average of just 25 suites offering a truly personal guest experience, Beckons launches with nine locations across four continents and a commitment to growth over the coming months.
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  • Now open, Kimpton Era Midtown New York serves as the ultimate launchpad for the modern traveler—a 33-story ground-up skyscraper designed by Extell Development Company and the first under their direct management. Inside, the explorer will find rooms that are petite yet thoughtfully designed, distilled to their purest essentials to create a calm, intuitive sanctuary where the city is yours to uncover. Beyond the guest rooms, the hotel’s pulse beats through four distinctive restaurant and bar concepts in partnership with Apicii, including a collaboration with legendary chef Rocco DiSpirito and a breathtaking rooftop bar offering 360-degree skyline views of the city’s cultural and business hub. This alluring gateway to an effortless New York experience features a 24-hour, 1,375-square-foot gym equipped with Peloton bikes, yoga mats, and the latest cardio gear.
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  • Royal Caribbean is making waves with the debut of a brand-new America’s Got Talent stage show on Legend of the Seas. In August 2026, America’s Got Talent LIVE on Legend of the Seas will deliver a reimagined extension of the beloved global variety show to families from around the world, marking the first time the series will headline at sea.
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  • Broadway shines brighter than ever, with a dazzling lineup of new plays and musicals as awards season builds toward the Tony Awards in June. Created for devoted theatre lovers, the Broadway Immersion Package at InterContinental New York Times Square places you centerstage in New York’s legendary Theatre District.
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  • Norwegian Cruise Line® (NCL), the global leader in innovative cruise travel, today revealed the first official architectural images and videos of Norwegian Luna, offering a first look at the ship’s striking next-generation design as she begins her inaugural transatlantic voyage. NCL’s newest ship welcomed her first guests in Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy, on March 10, 2026 and will make her U.S. debut in Miami, the Cruise Capital of the World, on March 23, 2026.
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  • Bvlgari Hotel Roma presents “The Treasure Hunt” – the new Bvlgari Signature Experience designed to invite guests to discover the Eternal City and the hotel through an immersive, exclusive, and tailor-made journey. An experience that blends wonder, culture and a spirit of play, exploring Rome through a curated itinerary, rich in emotion and discovery.
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  • Frasers Hospitality, a business unit of Frasers Property Limited, has unveiled a series of comprehensive asset enhancement initiatives (AEIs) spanning four gateway-city assets across Kuala Lumpur, London, Melbourne and Singapore. The asset enhancement strategy reflects Frasers Hospitality’s disciplined capital deployment approach aimed at sustaining value, enhancing income resilience and reinforcing long-term portfolio performance.
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  • Rail Europe has integrated the BritRail Pass into its global B2B distribution ecosystem, reinforcing its position as a specialist in European rail passes and further strengthening its strategic Great Britain offering for travel agents, OTAs and tour operators worldwide.
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  • TripWorks, the AI- and business intelligence-driven booking and automation platform for tours, activities, and attractions operators, today issued a warning that the travel industry is heading into a decisive consolidation phase as AI accelerates a long‑brewing SaaS shakeout.  New research shows travel agencies and operators are relying on an unsustainable number of disconnected systems – a fragmentation problem that is driving up costs, eroding margins, and undermining customer experience.
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  • FIVE, the signature rooftop restaurant at Hotel Calimala Milan, is now open. Set across the fifth and sixth floors of Hotel Calimala Milan, FIVE brings a contemporary day-to-night dining experience to the vibrant Porta Venezia district, blending urban energy with timeless style.
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  • The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) estimates that the escalating conflict in Iran is already impacting the Travel & Tourism sector across the Middle East by at least US$600 million per day in international visitor spending, as disruptions to air travel, traveller confidence and regional connectivity affect demand.
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  • Old Town Scottsdale is now home to a modern, European-inspired hotel, AC Hotel Scottsdale Old Town, located at 7117 E. 3rd Ave. Designed for travelers who value intentional design and elevated simplicity, the six-story hotel brings AC Hotels by Marriott’s signature European-inspired aesthetic and “Perfectly Precise” guest experience to one of the city’s most dynamic neighborhoods.
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  • Taos Ski Valley today announced its Winter 2027 season passes and Spring Pass Sale, offering six different pass options at the lowest prices of the year. New for 2027, all passes purchased during the Spring Pass Sale will include Pass Assurance, a benefit that was previously only available at an additional cost. The resort expanded midweek access to include Fridays, for an improved Weekday pass. Additionally, all passholders are entitled to expansive benefits and the ability to “buy now, ride now,” just in time for last-minute spring break planners and people wanting to take advantage of late-season snow.
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  • Resorts World Las Vegas today announces The Conrad Complete, the first luxury inclusive experience on the Las Vegas Strip. Available exclusively as an add-on for stays within the Conrad tower, the offering reimagines the traditional all-inclusive model through a curated, high-touch approach designed for travelers who value seamless indulgence without compromise.
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  • Princess Cruises announces its spectacular 2028 World Cruise onboard Coral Princess, a 115-day, globe-spanning journey to 49 destinations across 24 countries and five continents - featuring 39 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, more overnight and late-night stays, and a maiden call to Mossel Bay, South Africa, on sale today.
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  • Discover Puerto Rico, the Island’s official destination marketing organization, today announced the launch of “Awaken Your Senses,” a new global marketing campaign anchored in consumer psychology insights that positions Puerto Rico as a destination where travelers reconnect with joy, belonging and culture through sensory experiences.
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  • Running from Friday 22 May to Saturday 13 June, the 23‑day program brings together the full breadth of the city’s creative identity across Vivid Light, Vivid Music, Vivid Minds and Vivid Food. More than 80 per cent of the festival remains free, including the entire Vivid Light Walk, an unbroken 6.5‑kilometre journey featuring over 43 installations and projections created by acclaimed local and international artists. Minister for Jobs and Tourism Steve Kamper said Vivid Sydney will be bigger and better than ever before.
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  • Shanghai’s cultural and tourism delegation presented a range of travel experiences at ITB Berlin 2026, held March 3–5. One of the world’s largest travel trade shows, the event provided a platform for Shanghai to highlight its cultural attractions and tourism offerings to the European market.
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  • Fresh off being ranked #1 Sports City in Canada and #22 globally in the Burson Global Ranking of Sports Cities, Edmonton is preparing to host a series of major international sporting events that will bring athletes and fans from around the world to the city. The recognition reflects Edmonton’s strong track record of hosting global competitions and delivering memorable fan experiences, with several high-profile events on the horizon.
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  • Malaysia Airlines today unveiled its latest character-led campaign, ‘Pilot Parker: A Story of Malaysian Hospitality’, an 80-second video inspired by a true passenger story that captures the personal touches and attentive service at the heart of the airline’s signature Malaysian Hospitality.
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  • Anantara Ubud Bali Resort has introduced Where Harmony Takes Flight, a new conservation initiative supporting the release of the endangered Bali Starling in the jungles of Payangan, where the award-winning resort is situated. Guests were recently invited to witness the inaugural release, an experience that honours the island’s cultural and ecological heritage.
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  • Australia’s Qantas Airways, Scandinavia’s Scandinavian Airlines (SAS), and Air New Zealand announced airfare increases on Tuesday, citing a sudden surge in jet fuel costs linked to the escalating conflict in the Middle East. The three carriers said the spike in energy prices had significantly increased operating costs, forcing them to pass some of the burden on to passengers through higher ticket prices. Airlines are particularly sensitive to fuel price swings because fuel typically accounts for a substantial share of operating expenses.
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  • Mission accomplished! LEGOLAND® California Resort officially just launched a brand-new land into orbit: LEGO® Galaxy. This milestone marks one of the most ambitious expansions in the Park’s history and is part of Merlin Entertainments’ largest single in-park investment across its North American LEGOLAND Resorts, which includes the recent launch of LEGO Galaxy at LEGOLAND Florida Resort and last week’s debut at LEGOLAND California Resort.
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  • The 2026 Hotel Chain Development Pipelines in Africa report by W Hospitality Group reveals a record 123,846 rooms across 675 hotels and resorts. This represents year-on-year growth of 18.6%, or 12.2% on a same-store basis. While the overall pipeline reflects strong continental expansion, the data show that development activity is increasingly concentrated in a small number of dominant markets. The top ten countries now account for 79% of total pipeline rooms and more than 75% of new signings, reinforcing their growing influence on Africa’s hotel development trajectory.
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  • Jet2holidays has announced that 1,500 hotels in its collection are now classified as a ‘Certified Sustainable Hotel’, meaning that they meet an official standard for sustainable accommodation practices on ABTA’s list of hotel certification schemes.
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  • Before the red carpet rolls out at the March 15 Oscars®, Delta customers can already be watching this year’s most talked-about nominated films, curated by the expert inhouse team behind Delta’s in-flight entertainment. With thousands of seatback screens and live satellite TV on select aircraft, customers can build their watchlist or even tune in to the awards live while flying.
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  • In February, the Norwegian Group had a total of 1.6 million passengers. Norwegian recorded 1.32 million, while Widerøe had 298,000. The month saw strong demand for this time of year, with capacity well-adjusted to meet market seasonality.
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  • IndiGo, India’s preferred airline, announced that it now has over 1,000 women pilots in its workforce, becoming the first and only airline in India to reach this milestone. At IndiGo, women pilots represent 17.5% of the total pilot workforce, which is more than thrice the global average. The airline is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, one that reflects the evolving aspirations of a new generation of women in aviation across India. With women representing over 45% of its overall workforce today, IndiGo continues to expand equal opportunities across roles.
    at Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:24:23 +0000
  • Despite the rapid rise of generative AI tools in travel planning, 60% of travelers still prefer human-curated recommendations and verified information, according to a survey of more than 7,000 users conducted by Civitatis, a leading global marketplace for guided tours and excursions in Spanish and Portuguese.
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  • JetBlue celebrated Women’s History Month by inspiring the next generation of aviators through its annual Fly Like a Girl event, held this year in Fort Lauderdale. Now in its 12th year, Fly Like a Girl is designed to spark early interest in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and aviation by providing the chance to learn from JetBlue’s female crewmembers, including pilots, technicians, engineers and leaders through interactive activities, conversations, aircraft demonstrations and behind-the-scenes experiences that showcase the wide range of career opportunities available in the industry.
    at Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:40:55 +0000
  • Air Canada has announced the first of its updated Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft has entered service at Air Canada Rouge, introducing the industry’s best leisure carrier experience. This marks the latest milestone in Rouge’s comprehensive cabin renewal program, focused on delivering a more comfortable, connected, and consistent onboard experience.
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