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  • SAUDI WELCOME TO ARABIA TURNS FOOTBALL’S MOST TALKED-ABOUT MOMENT INTO THE ULTIMATE HYDRATION BREAK (Breaking Travel News 2026-07-13 16:08:58)
    Saudi have tapped into the hydration break trend by announcing a social competition launching on Instagram, giving UK fans the chance to swap frustrating pitch-side hydration breaks for an unforgettable escape to The Red SeaAs football fans around the world tune into this summer’s World Cup tournament, one recurring feature of the action has become a talking point in its own right: the hydration break.
  • The Pierre Promotes Spiridon Sarantopoulos to Senior Vice President, Operations – Europe and USA (Breaking Travel News 2026-07-13 15:44:03)
    Extended role reinforces IHCL’s commitment to global growth and leadership excellence across its luxury portfolio in Europe and the United States
  • Nicolas Scott appointed CTO Program Coordinator (Breaking Travel News 2026-07-13 15:00:17)
    Nicolas Scott has been appointed as the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO) new program coordinator in the department of resource mobilization and development. Scott previously served as technical assistant in the department and now assumes this expanded role in support of the organization’s strategic priorities. 
  • MADRID’S ICONIC METRÓPOLIS BUILDING REOPENS AS CLUB METRÓPOLIS (Breaking Travel News 2026-07-13 14:39:53)
    Few buildings are as synonymous with Madrid as the Metrópolis. Crowned by the Winged Victory that has watched over the city for generations, its dome dominates the celebrated intersection of Gran Vía and Calle de Alcalá and has secured its status as one of Spain’s most important architectural landmarks since 1911.For more than a century, Metrópolis has defined the Madrid skyline, its Beaux-Arts façade emblazoned on postcards and etched into the city’s collective imagination, yet behind that iconic silhouette the building itself has stood largely empty.
  • Atlys, the travel technology company opens its first Dubai store (Breaking Travel News 2026-07-13 12:16:30)
    Atlys, the travel technology company enabling travellers to apply for visas across 120+ destinations, has opened its first experience centre at BurJuman Mall, Dubai. The walk-in space offers expert, in-person visa guidance and marks Atlys’ first physical presence worldwide.The UAE is Atlys’ largest market outside India. International markets, including the US, the UK and Australia, now account for nearly 50% of the company’s business, with the UAE being the top contributor. Home to one of the world’s largest expatriate populations and a global hub for business and leisure travel, the UAE has been central to Atlys’ global strategy since the company entered the market in 2024.
  • NEW CRUISE TERMINAL FOR ST. KITTS (Breaking Travel News 2026-07-13 12:07:18)
    St. Kitts marked a historic milestone in its tourism development with the official groundbreaking ceremony for a new cruise terminal at Port Zante, Basseterre. The ceremony brought together government officials, tourism stakeholders, industry partners and members of the media to celebrate the commencement of a transformative project that will position St. Kitts and Nevis as a premier cruise turnaround port in the Caribbean with the ultimate goal of offering full homeport services.
  • Zayed Sustainability Prize Closes 2027 Submissions with Strong Global Participation (Breaking Travel News 2026-07-13 12:04:48)
    The Zayed Sustainability Prize, the UAE’s pioneering award for innovative solutions to global challenges, has officially closed submissions for its 2027 awards cycle, receiving an unprecedented 10,233 entries from 177 countries across its six categories of Health, Food, Energy, Water, Climate Action and Global High Schools.
  • QASR AL SARAB DESERT RESORT BY ANANTARA INTRODUCES ENHANCED EXPERIENCES (Breaking Travel News 2026-07-13 11:52:31)
    This summer, Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara introduces enhanced experiences to its Mirage, Reimagined summer collection, offering guests new ways to experience the beauty of the Empty Quarter through wellness retreats, family escapes and immersive desert adventures. Designed around a minimum two night stay, the collection brings together added flexibility, curated inclusions and seasonal value, inviting guests to experience the quieter rhythm of the season across a landscape defined by expansive skies, shifting dunes and a sense of calm.
  • Radisson Hotel Group signs Hotel Erzsébet City Center Budapest (Breaking Travel News 2026-07-13 11:47:10)
    Radisson Hotel Group is pleased to announce the signing of Hotel Erzsébet Budapest, a member of Radisson Individuals, a 126-room hotel located in the heart of downtown Budapest, just steps from Váci Street, the Danube Promenade, and the city’s vibrant shopping, dining, and cultural districts.Set on a charming pedestrian street in Budapest’s inner city, Hotel Erzsébet Budapest, a member of Radisson Individuals, is a fully refurbished hotel offering a centrally located base for leisure and business travelers, with easy access to the city’s key cultural attractions, restaurants, cafés, boutiques, and public transport links. Named after Queen Elisabeth, wife of Emperor Franz Joseph I, the hotel brings a distinctive heritage story to Radisson Hotel Group’s growing portfolio in Europe.
  • Experience the new Perrier-Jouët Champagne Terrace and Arts Afternoon Tea at The Hari, Belgravia (Breaking Travel News 2026-07-13 11:42:35)
    Perrier-Jouët Champagne Terrace (now until October 2026)Hidden away in the heart of Belgravia, The Hari’s Perrier-Jouët Champagne Terrace transforms the hotel’s indoor-outdoor terrace into a secluded secret garden. Adorned with lush greenery and elegant orchids, the space offers an enchanting escape from the city, inviting guests to celebrate the season with a glass of crisp Champagne in hand.
  • CARNIVAL PRESENTS THE CARNIVAL DESTINY ITS NEWEST SHIP - THE FIRST OF THE NEXT-GENERATION “ACE CLASS (Breaking Travel News 2026-07-13 08:32:54)
    Carnival Cruise Line marked a significant milestone with the traditional steel-cutting ceremony for its newest ship, the Carnival Destiny , which will arrive in the summer of 2029 as the first of three ships in its next generation, officially dubbed the “Ace Class.” The event, held at the Fincantieri shipyard, revealed the ship’s name and featured a 3D hologram that offered a first glimpse into the future of Carnival cruising.
  • Air Arabia Commences Non-Stop Flights Between Sharjah and London Gatwick (Breaking Travel News 2026-07-13 08:08:52)
    Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest budget carrier operator, has announced the commencement of its new double daily non-stop service connecting Sharjah International Airport with London Gatwick Airport. The inaugural flight took off last week, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s expanding international network.The new service strengthens air connectivity between the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom, offering customers affordable, convenient travel while further expanding Air Arabia’s growing network from Sharjah.
  • flydubai resumes flights to Aleppo (Breaking Travel News 2026-07-13 08:07:16)
    flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has announced today the resumption and expansion of its network operations into Syria with the launch of a new daily non-stop service to Aleppo International Airport (ALP).Scheduled to commence on 20 July 2026, Aleppo becomes flydubai’s second destination in Syria, joining the capital city, Damascus. This reinforces the airline’s commitment to opening up previously underserved markets.
  • Qatar Airways Group Mourns the Passing of His Highness The Father Amir (Breaking Travel News 2026-07-13 08:04:11)
    Qatar Airways Group mourns, with profound sorrow, the passing of His Highness The Father Amir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.His Highness dedicated his life to the service of his country. His vision transformed this nation, and his legacy will endure for generations to come.Qatar Airways Group extends its deepest condolences to the people of Qatar, and joins them in mourning his loss.
  • John Raffoul appointed Cluster General Manager for Cheval Collection in Dubai (Breaking Travel News 2026-07-13 07:05:55)
    Cheval Collection, the UK-based, award-winning luxury hospitality company, has appointed John Raffoul as Cluster General Manager for its two serviced hotel apartment properties in Dubai.With 23 years’ experience in the Middle East hospitality sector, John takes the reins at the award-winning Cheval Maison The Palm and Cheval Maison Expo City, which have 282 keys between them.John was previously GM at Cheval Maison The Palm, which opened in 2023. A year later, the property was crowned Best Debut Hotel Apartments*, and has now received the 2026 Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award.  Cheval Maison Expo City opened in 2024 and took Best Debut Hotel Apartments* title in 2025.
  • Hyatt Announces Plans for Grand Hyatt Victoria Falls The Kingdom (Breaking Travel News 2026-07-13 06:29:42)
    Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced that Grand Hyatt Victoria Falls The Kingdom is expected to open in late 2027 following the signing of a management agreement between a Hyatt affiliate and an affiliate of Albwardy Investments LLC. Located in Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls, home to the world-famous waterfall of the same name, the hotel will become the second Hyatt branded hotel in the country.
  • Hyatt Regency London Olympia opens at the heart of West London’s £1.3 BN Landmark regeneration (Breaking Travel News 2026-07-13 06:26:48)
    Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the opening of Hyatt Regency London Olympia, located within the recently redeveloped £1.3bn Olympia destination. The opening marks the fifth Hyatt Regency hotel in London as the brand continues to expand in Europe’s most visited city[1] and across the U.K., unlocking more choices for World of Hyatt members.
  • IHG Hotels & Resorts Deepens Its Commitment to Young Travellers (Breaking Travel News 2026-07-13 06:19:29)
    As travel gains significance among younger generations as a means of self-expression and connection, guest expectations are shifting. With over 230 million Gen Z consumers in Greater China, IHG is ramping up youth-focused initiatives across three key priorities: shared interests, travel value, and destination inspiration. Through partnerships like the King Pro League (KPL), student-exclusive offers, and curated itineraries, IHG is strengthening engagement and fostering long-term loyalty with the next generation of travelers.
  • Kimpton El Castelar Polanco opens in historic Mexico City Architectural Landmark (Breaking Travel News 2026-07-13 06:17:15)
    Nestled in the Polanquito neighborhood of Mexico City, Kimpton El Castelar, the city’s newest boutique hotel and part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, is now open at Emilio Castelar 107 Colonia Polanco. Just steps from Masarik Avenue, Auditorio Nacional, Chapultepec Castle and Arquelogical Museum, in the heart of Lincoln Park, the 34-room hotel brings new life to the Roel Building, originally opened in 1940 and designed by world renowned architect Francisco J. Serrano in the Mexican Art Nouveau period.
  • IHG Hotels & Resorts Surpasses 200 Open Canadian Hotels with Plans for Future Growth (Breaking Travel News 2026-07-13 06:16:35)
    IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, celebrates its continued growth in Canada across a portfolio that now includes more than 200 open hotels, a major milestone that underscores the company’s ongoing momentum within key global markets.The broadening of IHG’s Canadian portfolio comes as the nation expects a strong 2026 for tourism, with Destination Canada forecasting visitor spending to increase by 6 percent year-over-year and reach more than $140B in value. This includes a resurgence in domestic travel across urban, suburban and secondary markets