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  • BUSCH GARDENS TAMPA BAY APPOINTS JON VIGUE AS NEW PARK PRESIDENT (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-19 14:23:13)
    Busch Gardens Tampa Bay today announced the appointment of Jon Vigue as the park’s new President, ushering in a new era of growth and innovation at one of America’s most iconic theme parks in the midst of a more than $100 million investment in new attractions and park enhancements.
  • Sandals® Resorts Reveals the Next Chapter of Sandals 2.0 Across Three Beloved Jamaica Resorts (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-19 14:19:32)
    Playing a leading role in Jamaica’s comeback, Sandals Resorts International (SRI) today unveiled a first look at the guest experiences, dining concepts and accommodations coming to Sandals Montego Bay, Sandals Caribbean Cay, renamed from Sandals Royal Caribbean, and Sandals South Coast as part of the company’s US$200 million transformation of the three storied Jamaica resorts.
  • Mews named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Revenue Management Systems in Hospitality (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-19 14:17:33)
    Mews, the operating system for hospitality, has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Revenue Management Systems in Hospitality 2026 Vendor Assessment (doc # US53542126, June 2026).According to the IDC MarketScape, “Hospitality operators should consider Mews if they are seeking a unified architecture and are prioritizing a unified PMS-RMS-BI workflow, high-frequency automated pricing, and a roadmap toward total guest revenue optimization within a single ecosystem.”
  • TAAG ANGOLA AIRLINES STRENGTHENS SUSTAINABILITY COMMITMENT BY JOINING THE IATA CO2 CONNECT PLATFORM (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-19 12:11:20)
    TAAG Angola Airlines has taken a strategic step in strengthening its sustainability footprint while aligning with international aviation best practices by joining the IATA CO2 Connect initiative, a global platform developed by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) for the accurate calculation and transparent reporting of CO₂ emissions across the aviation industry.
  • “Huge optimism” as the Middle East re-opens for holidays (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-19 12:05:55)
    Worldwide travel specialist Travelbag (Travelbag.co.uk) says there is huge optimism for British travellers now that Dubai and the Middle East are back on the map, following the memorandum of understanding between the U.S. and Iran and the FCO’s lifting of advice against all but essential travel to the area.
  • RMS partners with SUNY Niagara to prepare tech-ready hospitality graduates (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-19 12:02:08)
    RMS, a leading global hospitality technology platform, has partnered with SUNY Niagara’s Hospitality Management Program to provide students with hands-on experience using industry-leading property management technology.As part of the partnership, students studying at the Niagara Falls Culinary Institute (NFCI), a division of SUNY Niagara, will use the RMS platform throughout their Hospitality Management degree, gaining practical experience across key hotel operations including reservations, front desk management, housekeeping, sales, revenue management and reporting.
  • The North’s only direct Bangkok service to quadruple in frequency this year (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-19 11:53:11)
    Manchester Airport and Norse Atlantic Airways have announced that flights between the UK’s global gateway in the North and Bangkok will run four times a week from December.The seasonal service launched in November 2025 and has proven popular, with more than 10,000 passengers taking advantage of a direct link between the North’s global hub airport and one of the world’s most popular tourism hotspots.
  • Bound and Ward to offer keynotes at Expedition Cruise Network Conference (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-19 11:51:42)
    Marine archaeologist, Mensun Bound, and trends analyst, Dr Antonia Ward, will share their experience and insights as part of two keynote speeches taking place at the Expedition Cruise Network Conference
  • AlUla Unveils Manara, A Landmark Destination for Astronomy, Discovery and Astrotourism (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-19 09:00:50)
    Set beneath some of the clearest and darkest skies on Earth, AlUla has unveiled the design of AlUla Manara, a landmark destination for astronomy, scientific discovery and astrotourism that will transform how visitors experience the cosmos.Situated within the world’s third-largest Dark Sky Park and designed by Heatherwick Studio, the facility will connect AlUla’s rich celestial heritage with the future of scientific exploration, creating a world-class destination for discovery, learning and inspiration.
  • Rixos Opens Second Resort in Hurghada Amid Rising Polish Demand (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-19 08:44:05)
    As Egypt continues to attract record visitor numbers, Poland has become one of its key European source markets, with more than one million Polish travellers visiting yearly. Responding to rising demand for premium Red Sea holidays, Rixos Hotels Egypt has opened Rixos Premium Magawish Bay View, its second resort in Hurghada.Supported by regular scheduled and charter flights from Warsaw, Hurghada remains a leading Egyptian destination for Polish holidaymakers seeking year-round sunshine, sandy beaches and premium all-inclusive experiences.
  • HANDWRITTEN COLLECTION CELEBRATES 50 HOTELS WORLDWIDE (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-19 08:39:31)
    Handwritten Collection, a global collection of characterful hotels, celebrates a major milestone with 50 addresses now open around the world.Each hotel is thoughtfully curated, celebrating character over standardisation and story over uniformity, ensuring the essence of each property is preserved for curious, open-minded travellers who value emotional connection and meaningful experiences.  Whether it is a historic château in Provence, a vibrant city escape in Shanghai, or a mountain retreat in the Swiss Alps, every Handwritten Collection hotel is shaped by the people who care for it and the place it calls home.
  • Best Luggage Storage App 2026: Stasher vs Bounce vs Radical vs LuggageHero (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-19 08:19:27)
    Four apps, one job: hold your bags between a checkout and a train. On the surface, Stasher, Bounce, Radical Storage and LuggageHero look interchangeable. You book a drop-off point in an app, hand your bags to a partner shop, hotel or café, and collect them later. The real differences sit one layer down, in how each one charges you, how much guarantee cover comes bundled in, and how fast you can reach a human when a partner’s shutter is down at the worst moment. Those three things decide which app fits your trip. The headline price barely moves the needle. Here’s all four side by side, picked by trip type rather than crowned with a single winner.
  • Emirates expands operations in Ghana with additional weekly flights (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-19 08:01:29)
    Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is expanding its operations in Ghana with the introduction of four additional weekly services between Dubai and Accra from 12 July 2026. This reaffirms the airline’s long-term commitment to Ghana and supports the country’s growing demand for travel and global connectivity.The new service will complement Emirates’ existing daily operation and the sustained growth in air travel demand to and from Accra, which continues to experience high seat occupancy year-round. From 12 July, Emirates’ direct service, operating as EK789, will depart Dubai at 03:30hrs*, arriving in Accra at 07:40hrs*; the return flight, EK790, will depart Accra at 10:25hrs*, arriving in Dubai at 22:40hrs*. Operated by a Boeing 777-300ER, these flights will operate on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
  • Riyadh Air Commences Daily Dubai-Riyadh Flights as Inaugural Flight Takes Flight (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-19 07:57:12)
    Riyadh Air, the Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, today celebrated the inauguration of its 3rd official destination, starting daily service connecting Riyadh and Dubai, operated on one of its brand-new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners.The daily service, flight RX243, scheduled for departure from Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport (RUH) at 14:05 with arrival at Dubai Airport (DXB) at 17:00, marking a major milestone in the airline’s evolution and continuing to build a new era of travel and connectivity for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
  • RENOVATION, FAMILY & WELLBEING NEWS from Rocco Forte Hotels Verdura Resort (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-19 07:44:16)
    Verdura Resort unveils the redesign of 58 accommodations, marking the first chapter of a three-year room renovation programme at Rocco Forte Hotels’ destination in the Agrigento area. Developed in collaboration with Studio Moschino, the new interior concept has been introduced across 10 Grand, Family and Pool Suites and 48 Double Deluxe and Seafront rooms elevating the guest experience through a renewed focus on comfort, craftsmanship and connection to the surrounding coastline.
  • ECOS Dubai Hotel at Al Furjan Unveils Half Board Summer Package and Exclusive DSS Discount (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-19 06:51:02)
    As the city gears up for the highly anticipated Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) 2026, ECOS Dubai Hotel at Al Furjan has officially announced the launch of its value-packed summer campaign. Designed specifically for families, couples, and UAE residents seeking a smart, comfortable, and affordable getaway, the hotel is introducing the “ECOS Summer Escape 2026 with Half Board” package alongside an exclusive citywide DSS direct-booking promotion.
  • Opulence Awaits at the Maldives - Ultra-Luxury Island Living at JA Manafaru (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-19 06:47:05)
    Arriving at JA Manafaru is like entering another realm of luxury. This enviable destination gives new meaning to the notion of an idyllic island escape, and now, the property has unveiled its extraordinary new Three Bedroom Residence, setting a new benchmark for intimate island experiences in the Maldives. Boasting unmatched space, privacy, and personalised service, the residence combines expansive beachfront living with world-class amenities and the resort’s signature warm hospitality. Offering a rare sense of seclusion in one of the Indian Ocean’s most breathtaking settings, it is an elevated way to enjoy the Maldives in complete comfort and style.
  • A new operating system for travel takes shape at Phocuswright Europe (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-19 06:25:12)
    Phocuswright Europe opened this week with a clear message: AI is no longer a side conversation, it is the gravitational centre of travel’s next era.  Across the main stage, speakers warned that the industry’s economics, interfaces and power structures are shifting faster than many companies can adapt.OAG CEO says travel’s next operating system will be built on “trusted intelligence”
  • EXPLORA JOURNEYS HIGHLIGHTS HEADLINE DESTINATION EXPERIENCES FOR INAUGURAL SUMMER 2027 ALASKA SEASON (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-19 06:24:52)
    As anticipation builds for the launch of EXPLORA III on 24 July, Explora Journeys looks ahead to next summer, when the ship will sail the brand’s highly anticipated debut season in Alaska. Summer is one of the most compelling times to experience the region, when its wilderness is at its most vivid, alive and expressive, while the unique perspective of discovering Alaska by sea reveals a side of the destination that few experience. With the inaugural season now less than a year away, this is the perfect moment to begin planning an extraordinary journey, complemented by a thoughtfully curated collection of destination experiences, created for guests who have long dreamed of experiencing the awe-inspiring grandeur of the region.
  • Wyndham and Barclays Launch Updated Credit Card Suite (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-19 06:20:30)
    Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has reimagined its Wyndham Rewards® credit card portfolio in partnership with Barclays, reshaping how members earn, redeem and engage with the award-winning hotel loyalty program while introducing a new premium-tier option with the Wyndham Rewards Earner® Premier Card.