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Thousands of British travellers have had their holidays cancelled after a major travel provider abruptly closed on Thursday.
As of 24 April, operations by Balkan Holidays shut in the UK, with “all forward holiday bookings” cancelled after almost 60 years of trading.
at Fri, 25 Apr 2025 13:38:14 +0000
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Team members from Premier Inn Middle East, in collaboration with Emirates Leisure Retail (ELR), participated in the 18th Emirates Physical Fitness Championship for People of Determination organised by the Emirates Autism Center. As part of the initiative, they distributed 500 lunch boxes to children with autism at a special fitness event at Al Jazira Club in Abu Dhabi on 24 April.
at Fri, 25 Apr 2025 13:35:23 +0000
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More than 150 influencers have already registered for the “Informal Influencer Networking Session” at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025 on April 30th in Dubai. NaviSavi, the B2B2C platform dedicated to travel User Generated Content (UGC) short videos, will host the event to bring together travel content creators and travel brands. Registrations are still open for both influencers and companies.
at Fri, 25 Apr 2025 13:32:22 +0000
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TIME Hotels, the UAE-born hospitality brand, is accelerating its global growth with bold expansion plans unveiled ahead of Arabian Travel Market 2025. With a strategic focus on high-growth markets, the company aims to open 12 new properties across Saudi Arabia, Tanzania, Morocco, and the Indian Ocean by Q1 2026, and is targeting an ambitious milestone of 100 hotels within the next five years, cementing its position as a regional powerhouse in the hospitality sector.
The announcement follows confirmation that TIME Hotels strategic global expansion will see the launch of two new hospitality brands HALO by TIME, the company’s upscale brand and VIVI by TIME, a newly launched lifestyle brand, will debut in the Maldives in 2026.
at Fri, 25 Apr 2025 13:30:31 +0000
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Breaking Travel News brings you comprehensive coverage of Day 2 video interviews from the Dubai AI Festival 2025, a landmark event that stands at the forefront of global innovation in artificial intelligence. Held in one of the world’s most forward-thinking cities, the festival is a dynamic platform that showcases the profound and accelerating influence of AI across industries and societies.
at Fri, 25 Apr 2025 10:41:35 +0000
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Breaking Travel News brings you comprehensive coverage of Day 2 video interviews from the Dubai AI Festival 2025, a landmark event that stands at the forefront of global innovation in artificial intelligence. Held in one of the world’s most forward-thinking cities, the festival is a dynamic platform that showcases the profound and accelerating influence of AI across industries and societies.
at Fri, 25 Apr 2025 10:41:09 +0000
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Global experts gather to define how hospitality can drive healthier, longer lives – and unlock a powerful commercial opportunity
at Fri, 25 Apr 2025 10:35:41 +0000
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An extraordinary suspended stay under the stars: to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Chartreuse Regional Natural Park, the Azimuts Treetrop Adventure Course is inviting guests to spend the night in Le Collet, a net suspended among the trees, four metres above ground.
at Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:21:25 +0000
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Breaking Travel News’s aviation correspondent Phil Blizzard, ahead of ATM 2025, looks at the the major airlines attending the Middle East’s premier travel event - what they are expected to showcase, their innovations & technology and the introduction o0f new routes.
at Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:03:58 +0000
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Travelling the world has never been so stylish thanks to the collection of rare and exclusive experiences available at Kempinski Hotels. From aerobatic jet flights and skydives to bear watching and spiritual awakening, this curated collection of bucket-list adventures immerses travellers in one-of-a-kind experiences at Kempinski hotels in Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Paired with indulgent stays at the constellation of beautiful havens that make up the Kempinski family, these specially curated encounters promise unforgettable moments and lasting memories for every kind of traveller.
at Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:02:51 +0000
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As part of Autism Awareness month, several milestones have been achieved on Emirates’ journey to make travel more accessible for all. One year after Emirates’ first successful ‘travel rehearsal’, the programme is now being rolled out across 17 cities – allowing children with autism to practice the journey through the airport in order to prepare for real flights. Emirates has also achieved its designation as the world’s first Autism Certified Airline™, with more than 30,000 cabin crew and ground staff now trained to support customers with autism. For the month of April, Emirates highlighted autism awareness to millions of passengers globally, showcasing a selection of movies, podcasts and TV shows about neurodiversity on its inflight entertainment system, ice.
at Fri, 25 Apr 2025 04:16:39 +0000
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Hilton proudly unveils the highly anticipated Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique, expanding Hilton’s luxury portfolio in the Caribbean and Latin America. Situated along the tranquil shores of Playa Penca on Punta Cacique, the 188-room resort provides a refined haven with stunning views of Costa Rica’s Northern Pacific Coast.
at Fri, 25 Apr 2025 04:14:39 +0000
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In 2024, The Club Commercial (“the Club”) - a unique and dynamic expert community at the intersection of Revenue, Sales, M&E, Web and Voice strategies for hotels - achieved unparalleled expansion and success, marking it as a year of remarkable synergy, consolidation and growth. Building on its strong foundation, the Club united the key commercial disciplines of Revenue, Sales, Meetings & Events, Voice, and Web Management into one cohesive and integrated unit. This consolidation has resulted in a dynamic 360° commercial service model, designed to optimize performance and drive robust revenue growth across global hotel portfolios.
at Fri, 25 Apr 2025 04:13:12 +0000
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On April 22, viaim hosted the world’s first “Silent Party” in Shanghai, harnessing its innovative AI-powered RecDot earbuds to bridge communication gaps and empower barrier-free interactions. Dedicated to inclusivity and environmental sustainability, the event celebrated Earth Day by uniting diverse communities, particularly highlighting hearing-impaired individuals, through music and cutting-edge technology.
at Fri, 25 Apr 2025 04:12:49 +0000
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Family-owned and operated Sandals Resorts International (SRI), parent company of Caribbean-born all-inclusive brands Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts and the not-for-profit Sandals Foundation, proudly unveils its Corporate Social Responsibility Report. Offering a sweeping look at the company’s enduring promise to protect and uplift the Caribbean – the place it calls home – the report titled Love Exceeds Expectations showcases more than 40 years of impact, innovation, and stewardship across education, community, and the environment.
at Fri, 25 Apr 2025 04:11:53 +0000
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Holland America Line announced itineraries for its two Grand Voyages sailing in 2027, offering guests the choice to embark on an ambitious 129-day circumnavigation of the globe on the 2027 Grand World Voyage or a 70-day, region-specific in-depth exploration on the Grand South America & Antarctica Voyage. As revealed today by the cruise line’s president Beth Bodensteiner to guests on board the 2025 Grand World Voyage, the meticulously designed cruises contain bucket-list locations and rarely-called-at ports, as well as ample overnight and extended calls in sought-after destinations.
at Fri, 25 Apr 2025 04:09:44 +0000
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The Secretariat of Intellectual Property Strategy Headquarters, Cabinet Office Japan, and Anime Tourism Association announced the Cool Japan Showcase Anime Manga Tourism Festival, set to take place at the 2025 Expo Osaka-Kansai from Wednesday, April 30, to Friday, May 2, 2025. Aimed at expanding tourism to Japan through one of its most popular cultural exports, the exhibition will showcase 26 iconic anime and manga destinations from across Japan, offering a unique opportunity for visitors to explore Japan through the lens of its internationally loved pop culture.
at Fri, 25 Apr 2025 04:05:08 +0000
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Qatar Airways Cargo, IAG Cargo and MAB Kargo Sdn Bhd (MASkargo) have announced their intention to launch a Global Cargo Joint Business, which, subject to regulatory approval, will enable the carriers to further enhance existing service level to customers and partners across the global air freight market.
at Fri, 25 Apr 2025 04:04:31 +0000
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From live music under the stars at the iconic Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre to MICHELIN-starred dining and family-friendly fun across the city, the Mile High City is the ultimate destination for unforgettable spring and summer getaways. Explore seasonal highlights, hotel deals and trip planning tools on the Visit Denver website.
at Fri, 25 Apr 2025 04:01:29 +0000
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The Future Hospitality Summit Saudi Arabia has unveiled an action packed agenda, key participants and new event features for the 2025 summit, taking place at the Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah in Riyadh, 11-13 May.
Featuring everything from start-ups to staffing and innovation to investment, the FHS Saudi Arabia programme will address key challenges, opportunities and trends in hospitality and tourism, with leaders from government entities, hospitality companies, investment firms, developers and the education sector on the long and distinguished speaker list.
at Thu, 24 Apr 2025 12:31:00 +0000
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United today announced an investment in blended wing body (BWB) aircraft start-up JetZero. The company is creating an aircraft design that has the potential to deliver jet fuel efficiency and a greatly enhanced customer experience. The investment includes a path to order up to 100 airplanes and an option for an additional 100. The conditional purchase agreement is based on JetZero achieving development milestones, including flight of a full-scale demonstrator in 2027, among other conditions, including that the aircraft meet United’s safety, business and operating requirements.
at Thu, 24 Apr 2025 12:26:35 +0000
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Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with 25 global brands and approximately 9,300 hotels, has signed an exclusive development agreement with Soliteight Hotel Projects SA to introduce its Super 8® by Wyndham brand to the Iberian market in Spain and Portugal. Under the agreement, Soliteight, a leading hotel development and investment firm and existing Wyndham franchisee, will develop and open 40 Super 8 hotels over the next ten years, filling a crucial gap in the region’s hospitality landscape.
at Thu, 24 Apr 2025 12:23:36 +0000
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RX Global, the organisers of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), held a press conference today in collaboration with the event’s strategic partners: the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, Emirates, IHG Hotels & Resorts, and Al Rais Travel. Hosted at voco Dubai by IHG, the press conference unveiled plans for the upcoming edition, which will take place next week, from 28 April to 1 May at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
at Thu, 24 Apr 2025 12:01:47 +0000
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PKFARE, a leading travel product aggregator, today launched its branded fares product, delivering rich fare content from GDS and direct-connected airlines through secure, scalable API integrations. This solution empowers OTAs to present differentiated service levels and upsell opportunities directly tied to airline products.
at Thu, 24 Apr 2025 11:58:31 +0000
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Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has become the latest airline to join IATA’s Turbulence Aware programme.
Turbulence Aware collates anonymised data about turbulence from flights operated by participating airlines. This real-time, accurate reporting in turn helps pilots and flight dispatchers minimise the effects of turbulence and plot the smoothest and most efficient flight paths.
at Thu, 24 Apr 2025 11:56:38 +0000
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Breaking Travel News’s aviation correspondent Phil Blizzard, ahead of ATM 2025, looks at the development of sports sponsorship by the Middle East aviation sector - starting with Dubai’s home based Emirates Airline who is the official airline for Arabian Travel Market.
at Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:08:09 +0000
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Breaking Travel News’s aviation correspondent Phil Blizzard, ahead of ATM 2025, looks at the development of sports sponsorship by the Middle East aviation sector - starting with Dubai’s home based Emirates Airline who is the official airline for Arabian Travel Market.
at Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:08:00 +0000
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Banyan Group, an independent, global hospitality company, announces the opening of Garrya Mu Cang Chai, a serene resort in the renowned mountain and rice terrace region of Mu Cang Chai, Yen Bai province, Northern Vietnam. Celebrated as one of Southeast Asia’s remarkable landscapes, this area is known for its majestic mountains and layered emerald rice terraces. Recognised as a national natural heritage site, Mu Cang Chai attracts visitors with its seasonal beauty and vibrant culture, located over 300 kilometres north of Hanoi.
at Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:01:43 +0000
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From 29th April, UK and Ireland guests can book Free Disney Dining and Drinks on selected meals (excluding gratuities) at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida for selected holidays in 2026.
Guests from the UK and Ireland who book a stay at participating Walt Disney World Resort Hotels along with a Park Ticket package between 29th April 2025 and 5th November 2025 can enjoy Free Disney Dining and Drinks on selected meals (excluding gratuities), plus, guests can double the magic with 14-day tickets for the price of 7!
at Thu, 24 Apr 2025 04:58:40 +0000
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Sydney will once again take centre stage on the global sporting calendar, with the NSW Government securing the return of SailGP to the Harbour City in February 2026.
A showcase of speed, skill and spectacle, SailGP brings the world’s best sailors and high-tech foiling catamarans to one of the world’s most iconic natural amphitheatres. First launched in Sydney in 2019, the championship has since become a global phenomenon — and a key event in NSW’s major events calendar.
at Thu, 24 Apr 2025 04:56:00 +0000
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Viking® (www.viking.com) has announced its newest ship for the Nile River—the 82-guest Viking Amun—was “floated out,” marking a major construction milestone and the first time the ship has touched water. Set to sail in September 2025, the Viking Amun will join the Company’s growing fleet of state-of-the-art ships for the Nile River and will sail Viking’s popular 12-day Pharaohs & Pyramids itinerary.
at Thu, 24 Apr 2025 04:53:53 +0000
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Skip the crowds in Paris and head to the Hauts-de France region which sees a flurry of new art attractions this year. Enjoy a complete transformation of the Louvre Lens’ dedicated permanent collection - Galerie du Temps; the return of Lille’s biannual Lille3000 art festival with highlights including a Pom Pom Pidou exhibition and the recently reopened Musee Matisse in the artist’s hometown of Le Cateau-Cambresis.
at Thu, 24 Apr 2025 04:50:02 +0000
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Qatar Airways’ leisure division, Qatar Airways Holidays is set to launch unparalleled travel packages for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ in Canada, Mexico and the United States. The much-awaited tournament will have 48 teams competing during the biggest World Cup ever with more than 104 planned matches across three countries and 16 host cities. The travel packages will include international flights, domestic flights, transfers to various cities, hotel accommodation in four and five-stars hotels, airports and stadium transfers, and match tickets. The packages are the first chance for football lovers and sport enthusiasts around the world to secure their seat at the historic FIFA World Cup 2026™.
at Thu, 24 Apr 2025 04:49:59 +0000
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Minor Hotels, a global hospitality leader with over 560 properties in 58 countries, announces the appointment of Shobhit Khattri as Associate Vice President of Development for India, Nepal and Bangladesh as the group accelerates its expansion in the South Asian countries.
at Thu, 24 Apr 2025 04:47:15 +0000
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China Airlines (CAL), a Taiwan-based carrier, announced that registration for the 2025 CI Marathon - Starry Night Run are now open. Everyone is invited to hit the road together at Dajia River Park in Taipei on Saturday, October 11 for the Half-Marathon (21km) division, the Run for Health (10K) division, and the Family Starlight (5K) division. As a bonus, there will be a prize draw worth more than TWD 3.3 million, including 35 air fares and mileage rewards. Registration is open until June 23. The number of places is limited so runners should register early.
at Thu, 24 Apr 2025 04:19:43 +0000
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As of 13 April, the public can now visit the World Expo in Osaka, Japan. Slovakia is also represented at this prestigious international event. A total of more than 28 million people are expected to visit the World Expo, which is open to the public from 13 April to 13 October.
at Thu, 24 Apr 2025 04:16:13 +0000
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Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines are integrating airport spaces across several key airports as part of a network-wide initiative aimed at streamlining operations and delivering a more seamless and efficient travel experience for guests.
“We are committed to enhancing guest convenience to set the stage for future collaborative efforts that will benefit all our guests,” said Celley Buchanan, vice president of operations and customer service at Alaska Airlines. “These moves represent a significant step in that direction.”
at Thu, 24 Apr 2025 04:14:59 +0000
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In celebration of Earth Day, Discover Puerto Rico, the Island’s official Destination Marketing Organization (DMO), proudly announces the launch of The Green Path, an innovative new microsite empowering visitors to become certified “Responsible Travelers” through engaging educational content and immersive storytelling rooted in sustainability. This interactive platform is a pivotal part of the organization’s broader commitment to promoting responsible tourism and preserving Puerto Rico’s unique natural, cultural, and historical assets for generations to come.
at Thu, 24 Apr 2025 04:11:56 +0000
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EVA Air is launching a new service between Taipei and Dallas on October 3 this year, offering three weekly flights and bringing the total to nine passenger gateways in North America, including Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Seattle, Toronto, and Vancouver. The new gateway not only enables EVA Air to offer the greatest number of destinations and the most extensive flight network from Taiwan to North America but also makes it the only airline in Asia operating two destinations in Texas.
at Thu, 24 Apr 2025 04:08:10 +0000
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Virgin Atlantic has touched down in Riyadh, Saudi, marking Virgin Atlantic’s first ever flight into the country. The VS242, operated by an Airbus A330neo, landed from London Heathrow with founder Sir Richard Branson on board, ahead of schedule at 06:50.
at Wed, 23 Apr 2025 12:45:52 +0000
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