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  • 5 Accommodation Trends Reshaping Business Travel to Tokyo (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-19 10:01:05)
    A room built for a two-night visit falls apart on a 30-day assignment. The nightly rate climbs, and that desk was fine for email until the day filled with calls to headquarters. Tokyo travelers are responding by seeking a new kind of housing: residential space on short commitments.
  • Abu Dhabi Stopover passes 310,000 visitors and extends to Al Ain (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-19 07:55:27)
    The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, are marking the growth of the Abu Dhabi Stopover programme at Arabian Travel Market. More than 310,000 international visitors have chosen to extend their journey in the emirate since the Abu Dhabi Stopover programme was launched in 2024, and the offer now extends to Al Ain, giving guests connecting through Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport the option to spend their complimentary hotel stay in the UAE’s Garden City, alongside the existing option to stay in Abu Dhabi city and its popular islands.
  • dnata Travel Group strengthens global growth strategy with 12 partnerships at ATM 2026 (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-19 07:53:38)
    dnata Travel Group, the travel arm of aviation services provider dnata, signed 12 partnership agreements at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 to further broaden its travel offering and expand its international reach.The agreements span hotel distribution, cruise holidays, hospitality, destinations and travel technology. Alongside the signings, the group announced the integration of Travelbag into Imagine Cruising and an expansion of Arabian Adventures’ The Fort – Lisaili, combining external partnerships with investment in its own businesses.
  • “MARRY ME AT MARRIOTT” INVITES COUPLES TO CREATE A DREAM WEDDING IN THAILAND (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-19 07:50:03)
    “Marry Me at Marriott”, Marriott Bonvoy’s popular wedding & honeymoon fair, returns to Bangkok this October with an inspiring full-day showcase that will help all brides and grooms to create their dream wedding in Thailand.Staged in the glamorous Thai Chitlada Grand Ballroom at Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park on Saturday October 3, 2026, this immersive event will provide couples with everything they need to curate truly unforgettable occasions at Marriott Bonvoy’s hotels and resorts in Thailand.
  • The Future of Wellness and Longevity in Tourism and Hospitality Investment (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-19 07:46:32)
    Lifestyle and wellness continue to evolve as core drivers of the global travel sector, with today’s investors seeing wellness as a lucrative real estate and hospitality asset class.  In the run-up to Future Hospitality Summit – FHS World 2026, which features Lifestyle and Wellness as a key conference track, experts share insight and opinion on investing in the sector, travellers’ expectations, market misconceptions, the future of longevity tourism and more.With input from Amit Arora, Chief Operating Officer, Hospitality and Entertainment, Arada; Jordi Sanchis, Sr. Director of Development - Middle East, Meliá Hotels International; Christopher Sanderson, Co-Founder, The Future Laboratory; and Wael Al Sharif, Area General Manager, The Torch Hospitality.
  • Icelandair Celebrates Inaugural Flight to Gdansk (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-19 07:45:48)
    Icelandair today celebrated the launch of its first scheduled flight to Gdansk, marking the airline’s first destination in Poland. To commemorate the occasion, celebrations were held for passengers at both Keflavík International Airport and Gdansk Airport upon the aircraft’s arrival.The new service adds Gdansk to Icelandair’s growing route network and will operate three to four times weekly. The route strengthens connectivity between Iceland and Poland while providing travelers from northern Poland with convenient connections via Keflavík to Icelandair’s extensive North American network. At the same time, it offers passengers from Iceland and North America direct access to one of Poland’s most historic and vibrant cities.
  • CHIVA-SOM HUA HIN WELCOMES ADRIENNE EVERETT FOR YOGA RESIDENCY (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-19 07:43:56)
    Chiva-Som Hua Hin, the world’s pioneering wellness destination for transformative lifestyle, will welcome yoga instructor Adrienne Everett for an exclusive yoga residency from Saturday, November 7th to Monday, November 9th, 2026, with complimentary classes open to all resort guests.Across the three-day residency, Everett will lead four complimentary yoga practices, introducing guests to her distinctive approach through strength, mobility, mindful movement and connection. The collaboration brings together two philosophies rooted in a shared belief: that well-being extends beyond the physical, shaping how we feel, live and connect with ourselves and others.
  • ALTA BADIA A TASTE FOR SKIING A WINTER OF FINE DINING, TRADITION AND LOCAL HERITAGE (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-19 07:40:15)
    This year’s edition of A taste for skiing places the world of plants at the heart of the programme. Herbs, roots, vegetables, flowers, seeds and fruits provide inspiration for the participating chefs, who will interpret these ingredients creatively in dishes served at Alta Badia’s mountain huts. The theme also highlights the close relationship between nature and the changing seasons, elements that have always been deeply connected to the mountains and their culinary traditions.
  • 3HB Faro renews Michelin Key in 2026 (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-19 07:34:26)
    3HB Faro has once again been included in the selection of hotels awarded a Michelin Key, renewing in 2026 the recognition first received in 2025 from the prestigious Michelin Guide.The distinction confirms the consistency of the five-star property’s hospitality offering, as well as the excellence of the experience provided throughout each stay. 3HB Faro currently holds a rating of 19.9 out of 20 on the Michelin Guide website, reflecting a high level of guest satisfaction and further strengthening 3HB Faro’s reputation among the highest-rated hotels in the Algarve.
  • ALEPH HOSPITALITY ANNOUNCES SOUTH AFRICA OFFICE (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-19 07:29:15)
    Aleph Hospitality, the largest independent hotel management company in the Middle East and Africa, has announced today at the 17th Annual API Property Investment Summit that it will be expanding its presence across the continent with the opening of a regional office in Cape Town.
  • Guggenheim Abu Dhabi Announces Ticket Sales Ahead of December Opening (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-19 07:26:47)
    The countdown to the 11 December opening of Guggenheim Abu Dhabi enters its next chapter as tickets to the new museum are now available at guggenheimabudhabi.ae.General admission tickets to Guggenheim Abu Dhabi cost AED 70. Complimentary admission is available for visitors under 18, UAE students, and seniors aged 60 and above. Reduced admission rates are also available for eligible groups.
  • Nova Maldives Welcomes Solo Travellers Back for a Month of Discovery & Gentle Reset (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-19 07:23:02)
    With solo travel increasing year on year, and more independent travellers seeking purpose, flexibility and meaningful connection, Nova Maldives opens its shores to the solo spirit for a late summer reset.Following PADI AWARE Week centered on marine conservation and ocean stewardship, the month is set to take an inward turn for the return of Solo Traveller Month, dedicated to holidays for one, with thematic practitioner-led sessions and holistic experiences that can be enjoyed alone, or with newfound company.
  • Anguilla Engages More Than 200 Travel Advisors During U.S. Roadshow (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-19 07:15:55)
    The Anguilla Tourist Board concluded a five-day destination roadshow that engaged more than 200 travel advisors across New York City and Long Island, as well as Connecticut, New Jersey and Pennsylvania.The delegation included Sean Richard, chairman of the Anguilla Tourist Board; Chantelle Richardson, deputy director of tourism; and Vivian Chambers, U.S. sales representative with The Muse Collection.The Sept. 14-18 sales mission featured targeted client luncheons, dinners, office presentations and networking events designed to strengthen relationships with the U.S. travel trade and generate greater awareness of Anguilla.
  • Step Inside ATM 2026: Take a Virtual Tour of the Show’s Standout Stands (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-18 12:54:03)
    Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 recognised six exhibitors for outstanding stand design, creativity, technology and visitor experience at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 Best Stand Awards, taking place this week at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). An independent panel of industry experts judged the Awards, recognising exhibitors that went beyond visual impact to create engaging, functional spaces that support business conversations and bring their brands and destinations to life.
  • ATM 2026: ‘We’re taking off’ as Middle East tourism shifts from resilience to rebound (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-18 09:23:30)
    Arabia Travel Market 2026: BTN brings readers the latest tourism trends directly from the source: industry leaders, innovators, and experts we meet at global events.
  • Is my arrival legit? What myarrival.com charges for travel help (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-18 08:28:19)
    Flights are booked, the hotel is confirmed, and the airport ride is in your calendar. Then the less photogenic part of travel appears: entry forms, passport details, arrival dates, and a deadline you do not want to miss. When MyArrival.com appears while you are looking for paid assistance, it is reasonable to ask, “Is my arrival legit, and what would I actually be paying for?”
  • Ski Beat celebrates 40 years as a UK leader in ski chalet holidays (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-18 05:13:27)
    As Ski Beat approaches its 40th year of offering fully hosted slope-side ski chalets in seven of France’s top ten, high altitude ski resorts, the company has added new chalets, a new in-advance check-in, a new one-in-ten free offer, self-drive holidays, zero deposits, and a new `Toe in the Snow’ beginners’ departure for 2026-27.Ski Beat’s MD, Laura Hazell, says, “Our priority, four decades on, is to offer home from home ski chalets, in the best locations, in high altitude resorts across the French Alps, hosted by friendly, knowledgeable staff.
  • Havila Voyages launches Autumn booking campaign (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-18 05:11:05)
    Havila Voyages has announced details of its Autumn booking campaign offering savings of £300 plus £300 on-board credit for double occupancy cabins.The full £150pp saving plus £150pp credit is being offered on twelve-day Round Voyages (Bergen/Kirkenes/Bergen) and eleven-day cruises from Bergen to Kirkenes and back to Trondheim and on all sailings departing from 1 January 2027 until 31 March 2029, regardless of the type of cabin or suite booked.
  • Brazil of the Winds: From World Champions to Destinations That Captivate Kitesurfers (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-18 05:08:33)
    Brazil’s prominence in international kitesurfing stems from more than just its beaches and natural conditions; the country is also represented among the sport’s top names across various disciplines. According to the GKA Kite World Tour Rankings, in the men’s Kite-Surf category, Gabriel Benetton holds second place, while Sebastian Ribeiro ranks sixth. Among the women, Bruna Kajiya, Kesiane Rodrigues, Serena Luz, and Luiza Neto share eighth place.
  • THE RITZ-CARLTON MALDIVES, FARI ISLANDS RISES INTO HALLOWEEN (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-18 05:06:35)
    The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands, invites guests to celebrate Mid-Autumn as it unfolds into Halloween with Rise of the Phoenix, a week-long island celebration from October 26 to November 1, 2026. Inspired by the mythical Phoenix and its journey of transformation, resilience, and renewal, the resort reimagines Halloween through the colors and natural beauty of the Maldives. Phoenix feathers emerge through tropical greens evolving into warm autumn colors, setting the scene for a program of family discovery, gastronomy, creativity, wellness, and ocean experiences. Born from fire, the Phoenix becomes the thread connecting the week, as feathers, flames, and nature transform the island into a world of imagination.