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  • Lobby secures USD 2.2M to expand its AI Booking Platform across the travel industry (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 12:48:26)
    Lobby has raised USD 2.2 million in funding from Founderful. As part of the investment, Pascal Mathis, Co-Founder of the venture capital firm and of GetYourGuide with wide experience in scaling startups, will join Lobby’s Board of Directors.After successfully closing the investment round, Lobby will be able to expand beyond the hospitality sector with the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) vertical, experiences and attractions business, cruises and airlines as its main goals.
  • Fliggy goes live with bookings via AI interface (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 12:45:26)
    Chinese online travel platform Fliggy – the travel division of Alibaba Group – can confirm that following a trial period its AI interface is now able to process bookings.This has been made possible through the use of parent company Alibaba’s consumer-facing application Qwen App, which is available to users in China and experienced over 200 million AI-native shopping orders during the recent Chinese Spring Festival campaign.
  • Minor Hotels Introduces Colbert Collection: a New Global Brand (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 11:11:42)
    Minor Hotels, a leading hotel owner and operator with a global portfolio of more than 640 properties, proudly announces the launch of Colbert Collection. The new global soft brand in the premium segment brings together independent hotels united by a shared philosophy: that the most unforgettable travel experiences are felt rather than explained. Conceived for travellers seeking emotional depth, and authentic connection, Colbert Collection unites characterful properties across the world — each distinctly itself yet bound by a quiet elegance and a passion for culinary and cultural expression.
  • Apaleo launches AI Copilot to ease operational pressure on hospitality teams (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 11:00:47)
    Apaleo, the API-first property management platform for hospitality businesses, has launched Apaleo Copilot, a new agentic layer embedded in the platform that simplifies hotel operations.With a lightweight chat interface, staff can ask Apaleo Copilot to handle complex tasks, such as checking arrivals, extending stays, planning housekeeping, resolving overbookings, and assigning rooms, without having to switch between multiple systems or applications.
  • Wizz Air Launches Integrated Digital Cabin Ecosystem with Immfly and gateretail (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 10:59:38)
    Wizz Air, the fastest growing European airline, has launched a new digital cabin ecosystem in partnership with Immfly and gateretail, bringing onboard retail, passenger and crew connectivity and operational data into a single integrated platform.The initiative marks another step forward in Wizz Air’s digital strategy, underlining the airline’s position as one of aviation’s most innovative airlines. The collaboration will enable the airline to deliver a more efficient and engaging experience for passengers, while introducing limited connectivity.
  • RMS Integrates with GuestRevu to Automate Guest Feedback (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 10:57:44)
    RMS, a leading global hospitality platform for hotels, motels, serviced apartments, short-term rentals and campgrounds, has announced a new integration with guest feedback and reputation management platform GuestRevu.The integration enables hospitality operators to automatically collect guest feedback throughout the guest journey and transform responses into AI-enhanced insights designed to improve service delivery and operational decision-making in real-time.
  • Banyan Group Enters the United States with Banyan Tree Residences West Palm Beach (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 07:14:13)
    Banyan Group an independent, global hospitality company, in collaboration with Mast Capital and Curated JCZM Development, announces the launch of sales for Banyan Tree Residences West Palm Beach, marking the Group’s entry into the United States with the debut of its flagship Banyan Tree brand and its first residential offering in the market.
  • San José Mineta International Airport Launches AI-Powered IntBot Humanoid Robot (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 07:12:15)
    As the gateway to Silicon Valley, San José Mineta International Airport (SJC) is bringing cutting-edge artificial intelligence directly into the passenger journey. Today, the Airport will debut an interactive AI-powered humanoid robot, named “José,” from local start-up, IntBot. Designed to greet travelers, answer questions and provide real-time information in 50+ languages — José will be stationed at Terminal B, Gate 24 (near Zoom Zone), to help turn one of the region’s busiest public spaces into a live testing ground for emerging technology.
  • Pan Pacific Hotels Group Elevates the Business Events Experience with “Every Meeting Matters” (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 07:10:49)
    Pan Pacific Hotels Group (PPHG) continues its global drive for MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) with the launch of Every Meeting Matters campaign, underscoring its commitment to supporting the evolution of business events in the post-pandemic era.
  • Luxury Childcare Association expands into new destinations with four world class member properties (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 07:04:40)
    Now entering its second year, Luxury Childcare Association (LCA) continues its global growth by welcoming its first member properties in Italy, Fiji, Turkey, and Malaysia. With the addition of Mangia’s Hotels & Resorts, VOMO Island Fiji, D Maris Bay, and Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas, the membership body, from the team behind Worldwide Kids, expands its footprint into four iconic new destinations, taking membership to over 60 renowned family hotels and resorts. Each property has earned its place through a proven dedication to luxury childcare, ranging from thoughtfully designed children’s clubs to bespoke programming for the next generation of travellers.
  • Santani Launches “Masters in Residence” Programme for 10th Anniversary in 2026 (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 07:02:50)
    To mark its 10-year anniversary in 2026, Sri Lanka’s Michelin Key wellness retreat Santani will launch “Masters in Residence”, a year-long programme welcoming globally respected practitioners across wellness, movement, mindfulness and integrative healing to live and work at the retreat throughout the year.
  • Afghanistan introduces new e-visa in tourism drive (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 07:00:22)
    Afghanistan has introduced a new e-visa system, as the nation continues its push to encourage more international visitors.It comes as tourism to the nation continues to grow. Close to 9,000 international tourists visited Afghanistan in 2024 according to the government, with more than 7,000 visiting in the first half of 2025.
  • Viking Announces New Sailing Dates for India River Voyages Through 2029 (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 06:31:39)
    Viking® today announced that new dates for its India river voyages in 2027, 2028 and 2029 are now open for booking. These additional dates include sailings on the Viking Ganges, a new vessel designed specifically for the Brahmaputra River. Currently under construction and scheduled to debut in 2028, the Viking Ganges will join her sister ship, the Viking Brahmaputra, which is set to begin operations in late 2027.
  • Flakes on a Plane (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 06:29:26)
    To celebrate the opening of their new base at Newcastle, easyJet and easyJet holidays have teamed up with Geordie institution Greggs to take sausage rolls to the air as they launch limited-edition Sausage Roll dipping sauces.The weird and wonderful flavours, inspired by new easyJet holiday destinations include a spin on the French classic Tarte Tatin, an original twist on the much-loved Spanish Sangria as well as a Kebab-inspired flavour that delivers a taste of Turkey.
  • HAR*Wired Travel Tech Week Returns June 9–11, 2026 (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 06:26:42)
    Host Agency Reviews (HAR), the go-to resource for travel advisors researching host agencies, consortia, and the tools that power their businesses, is bringing back HAR*Wired: Travel Tech Week, running June 9–11, 2026.HAR*Wired is free and fully virtual, designed specifically for travel advisors and agency owners who want practical ways to work smarter–not just add another shiny tool to the pile. Over three days, HAR*Wired dives into the tech that’s actually changing how advisors operate: AI, automation, cybersecurity, CRMs, marketing systems, booking and payment tools, and the behind-the-scenes workflows that help agencies grow without burning out.
  • LADERA INTRODUCES PRIVATE TREEHOUSE CINEMA EXPERIENCE (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 06:24:27)
    Couples can now enjoy a private night in the rainforest with Ladera Resort’s new Movie Night at the Treehouse experience, ideal for honeymooners, proposals, anniversaries, or just unwinding together beneath the stars. Tucked midway along the Ladera Nature Trail couples will have the treehouse to themselves for a three hour viewing experience, complete with wine, popcorn, and charcuterie.
  • Introducing the United Relax Row: Economy Seats that Transform into a Couch (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 06:22:23)
    United Airlines today announced the United Relax RowSM: a set of United Economy seats that can transform into a couch, creating a more comfortable option for customers traveling in the United Economy cabin on long-haul flights. United is the first North American airline to offer this kind of seating option and holds North American exclusivity on the design.
  • How Customer Support Standards in Saudi Arabia Vary Across Global Travel Platforms (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 06:16:22)
    Don’t let bad customer service ruin trips. Discover why full-service travel partners beat aggregators.
  • Diamonds Resorts makes Maldives bookings easier for GCC travellers with seaplane-inclusive escapes (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-24 21:00:08)
    As GCC travellers look for greater flexibility, value and reassurance when booking long-haul holidays, Diamonds Resorts is responding with two timely Maldives offers designed to make the journey feel more seamless from the outset. At Diamonds Athuruga Maldives and Diamonds Thudufushi Maldives, the group is promoting a “GCC Exclusive Maldives Escape – Seaplane Included” package that combines complimentary seaplane transfers, high-speed Wi-Fi, daily activities, curated island and marine experiences, and free cancellation up to seven days before arrival for stays of seven nights or more.
  • Diamonds Resorts invites GCC travellers to book a Maldives seaplane escape at Athuruga and Thudufush (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-24 20:31:30)
    Diamonds Resorts is targeting Gulf travellers with a twin Maldives campaign built around Diamonds Athuruga Maldives and Diamonds Thudufushi Maldives. Both resorts are promoting a “GCC Exclusive Maldives Escape – Seaplane Included” offer for stays of seven nights or more, bundling complimentary seaplane transfers, Wi-Fi, daily recreational activities, and a programme of family-friendly and marine experiences into a longer-stay package.