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  • Accor named ‘World’s Leading Climate Action Initiative’ (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-12 10:35:16)
    Global hospitality giant Accor has been recognised with the title of ’World’s Leading Climate Action Initiative’ by voters at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards for supply chain decarbonisation programme ‘Achieving Net Zero Together’.
  • Etihad Airways delivers record passenger numbers and growth in 2025 (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-12 10:14:38)
    Etihad Airways carried 22.4 million passengers in 2025, an increase of 21% year-on-year and the highest annual total in the airline’s history, underpinned by sustained demand and disciplined capacity growth across its expanding global network. Passenger load factor for the full year reached 88.3%, up two percentage points compared with 2024, reflecting strong commercial performance throughout the year.
  • SWISS raises holiday season punctuality despite wind and snow (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-12 10:11:29)
    The Christmas and New Year period is one of the most demanding times of the year for Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) in operational terms. High travel demand, tight time schedules and winter weather conditions collectively pose rapidly shifting challenges for the company and its employees on the ground and in the air. But SWISS can post a largely positive report on its flight operations for the 2025 year-end holiday season.
  • ITE Hong Kong 2026: Leading International Sourcing Fair for Asian Travel Trade and Premium FIT (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-12 10:08:07)
    Comprising 40th ITE Leisure and 21st ITE MICE, the annual ITE in 2026 which celebrate its 40th Anniversary, will be held at Halls 1 of Hong Kong Convention Exhibition Centre from June 11 to 14 with two-trade-day and two-public-day, and dedicated B2B and B2C programs. A proven platform, live ITE been held each year since 2021!
  • Feasting, Festivities and Artful Asian Traditions Come Alive During Lunar New Year at the Peninsula (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-12 10:04:44)
    This Lunar New Year, The Peninsula London invites guests to welcome the Year of the Fire Horse with an elegant fusion of time-honoured customs, immersive experiences, and contemporary artistry. From Tuesday 3rd February to Saturday 3rd March, the hotel will present a curated calendar of celebrations inspired by The Peninsula’s rich Asian heritage, ranging from exquisite culinary offerings, spectacular dragon dances, room packages to a striking new art installation by Chinese textile artist Lin Fanglu, lent by The Peninsula’s Art in Resonance programme.
  • Boeing to Release Fourth Quarter Results on January 27 (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-12 09:54:21)
    The Boeing Company will release its financial results for the fourth quarter of 2025 on Tuesday, January 27.
  • Santa Monica Celebrates Route 66 Centennial With Launch of Global Song Contest (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-12 09:47:17)
    Santa Monica Travel & Tourism (SMTT) is inviting musicians and songwriters from across the globe to celebrate the centennial of Route 66 in a distinctly musical way.  The Route 66 Song Contest offers artists over the age of 18 the chance to submit an original track capturing the spirit of Santa Monica and its legendary connection to the highway for a chance to win $10,000 USD. Entries are welcome from the U.S., UK, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, India, Ireland, Mexico, and New Zealand.
  • World-renowned ice fishing festival kicks off in Hwacheon (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-12 09:43:11)
    A world-famous annual ice fishing festival kicked off Saturday in a remote mountain town in the northeastern province of Gangwon, offering weeks of ice fishing and seasonal activities.
  • Allegiant and Sun Country Airlines to Combine in Deal Valued at $1.5 billion (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-12 09:26:41)
    Allegiant and Sun Country Airlines today announced a definitive merger agreement under which Allegiant will acquire Sun Country in a cash and stock transaction at an implied value of $18.89 per Sun Country share. Sun Country shareholders will receive 0.1557 shares of Allegiant common stock and $4.10 in cash for each Sun Country share owned, representing a premium of 19.8% over Sun Country’s closing share price of $15.77 on January 9, 2026, and 18.8% based on the 30-day volume-weighted average price. The transaction values Sun Country at approximately $1.5 billion, inclusive of $0.4 billion of Sun Country’s net debt. Upon closing, Allegiant and Sun Country shareholders will own approximately 67% and 33%, respectively, of the combined company on a fully diluted basis.
  • Hong Kong to Host Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026 after Historic Double Win (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-12 09:19:00)
    It’s been a banner year for Hong Kong’s restaurant, bar and hospitality scene. Fresh off its historic achievement, in which venues in Hong Kong became the first to receive both The World’s Best Bar and The World’s Best Hotel titles the same year, Hong Kong will host the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026 award ceremony on 25 March 2026 (Wednesday) for the first time.
  • The Samla International Race Secures Strategic Partnerships Ahead of January 2026 Edition (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-12 09:09:07)
    The Samla International Race has announced the signing of a series of strategic partnership agreements ahead of its upcoming edition, scheduled to take place on 24 January 2026. The agreements were formalised during an official ceremony attended by representatives from partner entities and members of the media.
  • Lufthansa Group enters partnership with Amadeus (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-11 10:17:24)
    The Lufthansa Group and travel technology company Amadeus have entered a groundbreaking partnership to make booking, adjusting, and managing flights even easier and more intuitive for travelers. The focus is on the introduction of an “Order ID,” a new identification number that will eventually replace the previous booking and ticket numbers and bring together all components of a trip.
  • Icelandair: Record number of passengers in 2025 (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-11 10:14:51)
    In December, Icelandair transported 344 thousand passengers, up 10% year over year. During the month, 27% traveled to Iceland, 20% from Iceland, 48% via Iceland, and 6% within Iceland. In 2025, the Company carried a record 5.1 million passengers, an 8% increase compared to 2024.
  • Air Canada Intends to Extend and Expand Commercial Agreement with PAL Airlines (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-11 10:09:17)
    Air Canada and PAL Airlines announced today their intent to expand the commercial agreement under which PAL operates regional flights for Air Canada Express, helping protect and grow service in Eastern Canada. The existing agreement is to be extended by an additional four years to 2032, and the number of PAL Airlines aircraft covered by the agreement is expected to grow by five, to eleven.
  • Norwegian Group had 1.75 million passengers in December (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-11 09:59:18)
    In December 2025, Norwegian had 1.45 million passengers, while Widerøe had 304,000 passengers, totalling 1.75 million for the Group. Both airlines delivered solid operational performance, with improved regularity and punctuality. Norwegian and Widerøe had a total of 27.3 million passengers in 2025.
  • Boeing and Alaska Airlines Announce Largest Airplane Order in Airline’s History (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-11 09:47:05)
    Boeing and Alaska Airlines today announced the carrier’s largest-ever airplane order as part of its long-term plan to expand its domestic and international route networks. The order includes:
  • From Suite to Studio: The Balmoral Unveils Bespoke In-Room Reformer Pilates (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-10 10:33:43)
    In partnership with FÔLD, London-based fitness brand behind foldable, studio-grade at-home reformer beds, The Balmoral, a Rocco Forte Hotel, is proud to unveil its latest pioneering wellness innovation: reformer pilates delivered to your suite.
  • American Airlines partners with award-winning Pecan Lodge to serve Texas barbecue on select flights (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-10 10:30:34)
    Beginning next month, customers aboard select American Airlines flights will be able to enjoy an authentic taste of Texas en route to New York as the airline partners with nationally recognized Pecan Lodge restaurant to serve Texas barbecue on board.
  • Marriott Bonvoy Forges Global Partnership with International Cricket Council (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-10 10:25:03)
    Marriott Bonvoy and the International Cricket Council (ICC) have signed a strategic partnership which will see Marriott International’s award-winning travel platform appointed the Official Accommodation Partner for ICC through to 2029.
  • Initiatives for an Inclusive Society Promoted by the JAL Group (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-10 10:11:15)
    Japan Airlines (JAL) received the highest honor, the “D&I AWARD Grand Prize” in the corporate category for companies with more than 3,001 employees, at Japan’s leading award recognizing and certifying companies promoting Diversity & Inclusion (D&I), the “D&I AWARD 2025*.” This marks the first time an airline has received this grand prize. In addition, JAL has been certified as a “Best Workplace” with the highest rating for five consecutive years since 2021. These recognitions reflect the ongoing commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse talents can thrive.