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  • Volaris anniversary: why the 20-year milestone matters for travelers (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-19 23:01:43)
    The Volaris anniversary has become one of those travel-calendar moments that many flyers keep on their radar—not because it guarantees the same outcome for every route, but because it creates a clearly defined “promo season” worth watching.
  • Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism Receives Global Tourism Resilience Lifetime Achievement Award (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-19 21:40:47)
    Jamaica’s Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett has been acknowledged with the Global Tourism Resilience Lifetime Achievement Award at the 4th Global Tourism Resilience Day 2026, held at the Safari Park Hotel in Nairobi on February 17, 2026.
  • Ready for kick-off: Angola to take center stage as the Host Country of ITB Berlin 2026 (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-19 08:38:51)
    Angola, the official Host Country of ITB Berlin 2026, is the focus of the international travel industry from 3 to 5 March. At the World’s Leading Travel Trade Show the country from southwest Africa is showcasing its cultural diversity, spectacular natural beauty and a vision for sustainable development. Events kick off with the opening press conference and opening gala on 2 March.
  • Georgia Strengthens Investment Links with Gulf Markets at 2026 International Real Estate Forum (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-19 08:32:02)
    Georgia strengthened its foreign investment position this month as government leaders, developer companies and international investors convened in Tbilisi for the Georgia International Real Estate Forum 2026, held from February 6–8, to advance foreign participation in the country’s real estate and tourism sectors.
  • The Message Owners Need to Hear Right Now: Control What You Can Control (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-19 07:59:58)
    In the weeks leading into a conference like Hunter, I tend to have the same conversations with owners and investors. We talk about demand, we talk about supply, and we talk about the usual forward-looking indicators. But it does not take long before the real topic comes up. It is not occupancy. It is not even revenue. It is margins.
  • Costa Rica’s Peninsula Papagayo To Unveil Second Oceanfront Andaz Residences Neighborhood (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-19 07:53:27)
    Peninsula Papagayo today announced plans for a second oceanfront collection of Andaz Residences, following the debut of its initial phase in 2023. The new neighborhood near Andaz Peninsula Papagayo will feature 35 thoughtfully curated residences in two-, three-, and four-bedroom floor plans with elevated amenities and finishes. Early commitments from existing owners have already been secured ahead of the public release, a reflection of the neighborhood’s resonance and the Andaz brand’s appeal.
  • Princess Cruises Celebrates America’s 250th Anniversary (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-19 07:49:11)
    As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, Princess Cruises invites guests to sail from sea to shining sea with commemorative voyages exploring some of the country’s most breathtaking coastlines. From The Great Land of Alaska’s glacier-carved wilderness and Hawaii’s volcanic islands to the historic charm of New England, guests sailing in North America starting in the Spring and throughout the year will enjoy special onboard entertainment, themed programming, and festive food and beverage experiences honoring America’s milestone birthday.
  • Marriott Bonvoy Launch Exclusive One-Point Festival Experiences at the World’s Biggest Music Events (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-19 07:46:18)
    Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s award-winning travel platform, is putting members at the center of music’s most iconic moments with the launch of a new series of 1-Point Drops via Marriott Bonvoy Moments. Through limited-time releases, members can unlock access to the world’s most sought-after festivals from AEG Presents, using as little as one Marriott Bonvoy point to get closer to the music, the artists, and the energy.
  • Nobu Hospitality announce Nobu Beach Inn, Barbuda (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-19 07:44:14)
    Nobu Hospitality, the globally recognized luxury lifestyle brand co-founded by Robert De Niro, has announced new details for the upcoming Nobu Beach Inn as part of The Beach Club, Barbuda, a low-density resort and residential community on the Caribbean Island of Barbuda. Following the successful opening of Nobu Barbuda in 2020 - a beach restaurant and lounge on the famed Princess Diana Beach that has since become a destination in its own right - De Niro has continued to expand his vision for the destination. Created in partnership with James Packer and Daniel Shamoon, Nobu Beach Inn will offer a barefoot luxury retreat immersed in its natural surroundings, capturing the understated simplicity of a bygone era.
  • Vietnam Airlines Finalizes Order for 50 Boeing 737 MAX Airplanes (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-19 07:42:29)
    Boeing and Vietnam Airlines announced today the Vietnamese flag carrier finalized its first Boeing single-aisle order for 50 737 MAX airplanes. The addition of the 737-8 will enable Vietnam Airlines’ domestic and regional route growth plans as air travel demand continues to rise across Southeast Asia.
  • Boeing and Sun PhuQuoc Airways Announce Order for Up to 40 787 Dreamliner Jets (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-19 07:39:20)
    Boeing and Sun PhuQuoc Airways today announced the new Vietnam-based carrier has ordered up to 40 787 Dreamliner jets to serve as the backbone of its widebody fleet. The airline will leverage the ultra-efficient, long-range 787 Dreamliner to connect international travelers to its Vietnam hub at Phu Quoc International Airport.
  • Premier Inn launches Ramadan Art Competition (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-19 07:37:52)
    To celebrate Ramadan and the Year of The Family, Premier Inn Middle East is inviting children aged 3 to 11 from across the UAE to take part in its Ramadan Art Competition. Embracing the theme ‘My Family in Ramadan’, young artists are encouraged to illustrate how their families celebrate being together, sharing, and the joy of Ramadan.
  • Romania: A Top Holiday Destination for Immersive, Sustainable Travel (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-19 07:36:51)
    Romania continues to captivate travellers seeking experiences far from the crowded mainstream. Since 2009, Ffestiniog Travel has been a leading UK specialist in escorted travel to Romania as part of its Small & Traditional tour range, offering immersive holidays that truly connect people with places.
  • BWH® Hotels Expands BW Signature Collection® in the Netherlands with Two Heritage Hotel Additions (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-19 07:34:17)
    BWH® Hotels today announced the addition of two Dutch properties to BW Signature Collection®: Berlage Hotel in The Hague and Kasteelhotel Terborgh in Limburg. These affiliations strengthen the brand’s presence in the Netherlands while expanding global visibility for two independent hotels defined by heritage, character and a strong sense of place.The additions reflect BWH Hotels’ continued focus on welcoming independent properties that deliver memorable, experience-led stays while benefiting from global distribution, marketing support and loyalty reach.
  • AlUla Shines as World’s Third-largest Dark Sky Park (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-19 07:32:44)
    For generations, AlUla’s clear skies have played a meaningful role in marking the start of Ramadan, when locals would look to the horizon to sight the new moon and confirm the Holy Month. Today, that same clarity underpins AlUla’s evolution into a globally recognised astrotourism destination, now certified as the world’s third-largest Dark Sky Park by DarkSky International.
  • Viking Announces New Mississippi and Ohio River Voyages for 2027 (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-19 07:24:46)
    Viking® (www.viking.com) today announced that new itineraries on the Mississippi and Ohio rivers for 2027 are now open for booking. Sailing on board the Viking Mississippi, guests can choose the new 15-day Bayous, Blues & Bluegrass itinerary, which operates between New Orleans and Louisville, with ports of call along the Mississippi and Ohio rivers. A shorter option—the 8-day Mississippi & Ohio River Explorer itinerary—offers a journey between Memphis and Louisville.
  • Air Canada Expands its Mexico Presence with New Montréal-Guadalajara Route (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-18 14:10:15)
    Air Canada has announced it is strategically expanding its summer schedule to Mexico with 18 per cent more seat capacity over last summer. While Canada and Mexico are deepening ties, the airline is further strengthening its schedule to support growing travel to and from Mexico.
  • 60 years of ITB Berlin: 15 special anniversary moments on the Berlin Exhibition Grounds (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-18 14:08:37)
    From 3 to 5 March 2026, ITB Berlin is marking its sixtieth anniversary with some special highlights: from an after-work event and a journey through time in a DeLorean to community art and a 60-second round of applause, the industry will be honouring its past while looking towards the future.
  • Hotel groups miss out 20% of guests due to data silos, new Ireckonu data shows. (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-18 14:06:22)
    Ireckonu, a leading hospitality middleware and Customer Data Platform (CDP) provider for hotel groups, has reported today that siloed guest data across hotel operational areas (including restaurants, spas, golf facilities, and other auxiliary outlets) is preventing hotel groups from capturing up to 20% of opportunities to re-engage guests, improve recognition, and ultimately drive stronger loyalty and revenue growth.
  • WorldTicket by GO7 sets out connected model for airline distribution (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-18 14:05:50)
    WorldTicket by GO7 has today outlined a connected model for airline distribution, designed to maximise reach, flexibility, and revenue opportunities across all booking channels.The company’s innovative holistic approach brings together Global Distribution Systems (GDS), New Distribution Capability (NDC), and direct OTA partnerships, with a virtual interlining solution launching soon to complete the stack.