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Vipul Misra Appointed as Acting CEO of SriLankan Airlines (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-09 13:40:57)
Vipul Misra has been appointed Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SriLankan Airlines, with effect from today (9 September).
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Now Open: Palacio San Juan, a Royal Hideaway Hotel (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-09 10:28:47)
Barceló Hotel Group announces the opening of the city of Murcia’s first five-star hotel: Palacio San Juan, a Royal Hideaway Hotel.
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Saudi Arabia’s international leisure tourism set to grow 93% by 2030 (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-09 10:20:55)
Saudi Arabia’s international leisure tourism is forecast to grow by 93% between 2025 and 2030, outpacing growth across the Middle East and globally, according to a new Tourism Economics report, Saudi Arabia: An Emerging Global Tourism Powerhouse, presented today at WTM Spotlight Riyadh.
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THE MEDLOCK, A RADISSON BLU HOTEL TAKES CENTRE STAGE IN EAST MANCHESTER’S VIBRANT MEDLOCK SQUARE (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-09 10:14:49)
The Medlock, a Radisson Blu Hotel, has officially opened its doors, marking a milestone arrival in Manchester’s rapidly expanding entertainment hub, Medlock Square. Set just steps from the Etihad Stadium and Co-op Live, the 401-room hotel, developed in partnership with Radisson Hotel Group and operated by Valor Hospitality Partners, introduces a striking blend of modern British design, culinary distinction, and dynamic hospitality to East Manchester.
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Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai Unveils Signature Fan by Emirati Artist Zeinab Alhashemi (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-09 10:05:57)
Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai, an urban sanctuary nestled in the heart of the city, unveils its signature fan created in collaboration with acclaimed Emirati artist Zeinab Alhashemi.
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Centrum Air Takes Flight from Hyderabad, Launching New Direct Connectivity to Tashkent (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-09 09:56:59)
Centrum Air, Uzbekistan’s rapidly expanding airline, marked the launch of its Hyderabad–Tashkent services at an exclusive launch and networking evening held at The Leela, Hyderabad.
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STORY Hospitality appoints Jason Wischhoff as Vice President of Development (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-09 09:51:25)
Abu Dhabi-headquartered STORY Hospitality has appointed Jason Wischhoff as Vice President of Development, strengthening its senior leadership team as the hospitality group continues to pursue growth across international markets.
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VIDEOS: WTM Spotlight Riyadh 2026 (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-09 09:44:32)
BTN presents exclusive video interviews from WTM Spotlight Riyadh 2026, bringing together leading voices from across the Middle East’s dynamic travel and tourism industry. Gain valuable insights and expert perspectives from tourism leaders, hospitality executives, investors and industry innovators as they discuss destination development, tourism investment, emerging travel trends, sustainability, luxury travel and the future of Saudi Arabia’s rapidly evolving tourism sector.
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Saddle Up for an Autumn of Fun at Al Habtoor Polo Resort’s Horse & Hound with a First-Ever Hoedown (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-09 09:39:41)
This autumn, Horse & Hound at Al Habtoor Polo Resort is giving guests plenty of reasons for fun, with two lively celebrations set to add a little extra energy to Dubai’s social calendar.
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SOHO RANCH HOUSE SONOMA LEADS A WAVE OF NOTABLE NEW HOTELS SLATED TO OPEN ACROSS SONOMA CALIFORNIA (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-09 09:20:22)
A new vintage of accommodations is on the horizon in Sonoma County, California, led by the announcement that Soho House will be debuting Soho Ranch House Sonoma in 2027.
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Miral and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences Reveal Harry Potter-Themed Lands (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-09 09:04:07)
Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi, in partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences, has announced the addition of three new Harry Potter–themed lands at the region’s largest indoor theme park, Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.
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Safari comes naturally at the reopened andBeyond Phinda Vlei Lodge (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-09 08:57:37)
Following a complete reimagining, andBeyond Phinda Vlei Lodge reopened in July 2026 as a new expression of one of Phinda’s most intimate safari lodges. Set between rare sand forest and a wildliferich wetland known locally as a vlei, the lodge lies within the 29,866-hectare (73,800-acre) andBeyond Phinda Private Game Reserve in KwaZulu-Natal, offering a different rhythm of safari. Here, wildlife, people and moments are naturally drawn together. With just six Suites, its refurbished spaces draw guests outdoors and further into the landscape, while retaining the sense of seclusion and privacy that have long defined the lodge. Welcoming children aged 12 and older, Phinda Vlei is particularly suited to couples, milestone celebrations and families travelling with older children.
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On behalf of H.E. Ahmed Al-Khateeb, STA CEO officially opens inaugural WTM Spotlight Riyadh (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-08 16:17:18)
On behalf of H.E. Ahmed Al-Khateeb, Minister of Tourism, Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) CEO Ageel AlShaibani has officially opened the inaugural WTM Spotlight Riyadh, marking the launch of a new international meeting place for the travel and tourism industry as Saudi Arabia continues its transformation into one of the world’s most dynamic tourism markets under Vision 2030.
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Etihad Airways & Khalifa University Strengthen Partnership to Build the UAE’s Specialised Workforce (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-08 09:48:58)
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, and Khalifa University of Science and Technology, one of the region’s leading academic and research institutions, have successfully concluded their latest joint internship programme, marking another milestone in the two institutions’ shared commitment to Emirati talent and advancing the UAE’s aviation ambitions.
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Uganda Airlines becomes first African carrier to deploy Amadeus SkyWORKS (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-08 09:45:48)
Uganda Airlines has signed a new deal with travel technology provider Amadeus and become the first African carrier to deploy Amadeus SkyWORKS. The flight schedule development solution provides the flag-carrier with an integrated workbench, featuring powerful editing capabilities, real-time feasibility checking, and all the capabilities required for schedule reporting and distribution. The solution both increases efficiency and provides flexibility to schedule planning.
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How Late In Pregnancy Can Women Still Travel? (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-08 09:44:59)
Most European airlines carry a single uncomplicated pregnancy to the end of week 36, and easyJet to week 35. What the rules mean for late babymoon travel.
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Tapestry Collection by Hilton Arrives In UK Capital With London Bridge Hotel Signing (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-08 09:35:59)
Hilton today announces the signing of London Bridge Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, as part of a franchise agreement with Gama Holdings, marking the debut of the lifestyle brand in the UK capital and becoming Hilton’s ninth brand in London. Set beside London Bridge Station in one of the city’s most vibrant and well-connected districts, the 153-room hotel is expected to welcome guests in early 2028 after undergoing a more than £12 million transformation.
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Royal Caribbean executive Russell Benford recognized by CMEx (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-08 09:32:02)
This week, the Caribbean Media Exchange (CMEx) highlights another distinguished leadership laureate who will be celebrated at the 2026 CMEx Leadership Awards and Fundraiser on Sunday, Dec. 6, 2026, at Loews Coral Gables Hotel in the Miami area.
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Cayman Islands posts record stayover arrivals (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-08 09:27:47)
The Cayman Islands welcomed a record 333,747 stayover visitors in the first seven months of 2026, up 11% from the same period last year. July arrivals rose 10% to 45,053, marking the destination’s ninth consecutive month of growth.
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Book your October by the sea: Etihad flies to Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast from 4 October (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-08 09:19:48)
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will fly to Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast from 4 October 2026. The year-round service to Red Sea International Airport puts a new holiday destination on our map just over three hours from Abu Dhabi.