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  • Dubai Sets Ambitious Target of 1,000 AI Companies and 5,000 Jobs by 2030 (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-26 17:48:46)
    Dubai is accelerating its ambitions to become one of the world’s leading artificial intelligence hubs, with plans to attract more than 1,000 AI companies and create over 5,000 specialised technology jobs by 2030.
  • Rabbie’s Wins Double at the World Travel Awards 2026 (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-26 14:32:19)
    An Edinburgh-based small-group tour operator has been voted leading tour operator at the World Travel Awards.Rabbie’s, which offers trips across the UK, Ireland and Europe, has been recognised in two categories at the World Travel Awards 2026, winning Europe’s Leading Group Tour Operator and Scotland’s Leading Tour Operator. The wins come in the company’s very first year of nomination at the awards.
  • A quarter century of the Caribbean Media Exchange (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-26 14:26:45)
    For 25 years, the Caribbean Media Exchange has championed a powerful idea: Tourism’s success should be measured by how much it improves the lives of Caribbean people.The groundwork for that vision was laid in 1994, when the United Nations Global Conference on the Sustainable Development of Small Island Developing States, held in Barbados, identified sustainable tourism as a key development tool. At the time, tourism was still too often dismissed as a luxury for wealthy visitors from North America and Europe, with limited benefits for host communities.
  • Discovering the Best Luxury Villa Rental Agency Options in Asia (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-26 11:48:25)
    Planning a high-ticket getaway to Asia requires partnering with a trusted partner who can deliver an extraordinary experience. High-net-worth travelers need absolute confidence in their accommodations before committing significant deposits. Choosing the right luxury villa rental agency ensures that every detail, from the private chef to the housekeeping staff, meets exceptional standards. This guide objectively breaks down the top agencies operating in the region, helping you make an informed decision for your next escape. We explore the criteria that separate the best from the rest, so your villa rental in Asia exceeds expectations.
  • New travellers and destinations to reshape Europe’s tourism map by 2036, new Accor report reveals (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-26 09:47:43)
    Europe’s tourism market will be reshaped over the next decade by new travellers, new destinations and changing demand patterns, according to a new report from Accor, a world-leading hospitality group.The report1, based on data commissioned from a leading global economic forecaster Tourism Economics, estimates that demand for tourist accommodation across Europe will grow by 32% over the next ten years, adding more than 1.6 billion overnight stays annually.
  • Bangkok pledges to put Asian LGBTQIA+ communities at the heart of WorldPride 2030 (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-26 09:43:12)
    Bangkok has pledged to make WorldPride 2030 a platform for advancing LGBTQIA+ visibility and solidarity across Asia – ensuring the event’s first arrival in the region strengthens communities beyond the host city. As the official applicant and host, Bangkok Pride’s bid commits to giving activists and organizations from across Asia a meaningful role in WorldPride while fostering connections with global partners to build support that continues beyond the occasion.
  • Malaysia Airlines to showcase premium travel experiences and Malaysian Hospitality at WTM (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-26 09:39:20)
    Malaysia Airlines will showcase its signature Malaysian Hospitality and premium travel offering at the World Travel Market London (WTM London), taking place at ExCeL London from 3 to 5 November 2026. The national flag carrier will occupy its largest-ever stand at the event, bringing together its premium cabin products, immersive brand experiences and global sports partnerships, while providing a platform to deepen engagement with travel industry partners, reaffirming its commitment to the UK and European markets.
  • EUROPEAN SUPERCAR TOUR + MONACO F1 GRAND PRIX (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-26 08:55:28)
    HunterMoss’ European Supercar Tour & Monaco Grand Prix Yacht Hospitality is the company’s most expansive European itinerary, unfolding over 11 days and 10 nights with two distinct routes for 2027. The 4thJune departure begins with race weekend in Monaco before heading through Provence, Piedmont, Lake Maggiore and the Swiss Grisons Alps, finishing in the Bavarian Alps at Schloss Elmau. The waitlisted 28th May departure starts at Park Hotel Vitznau on Lake Lucerne and travels via Andermatt, Lake Maggiore, Piedmont and Provence to arrive on the Riviera in time for the Grand Prix.
  • SANDALS AND BEACHES RESORTS CELEBRATE (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-26 08:52:02)
    Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts are celebrating a remarkable week of recognition, earning a combined 27 prestigious awards across the 2026 World Travel Awards Caribbean & The Americas, World MICE Awards and World Culinary Awards. The honors recognize excellence across the brands’ portfolio of Caribbean resorts and experiences, from all-inclusive vacations and romantic escapes to family getaways, culinary innovation and group travel.
  • Adam Stewart Honored with American Friends of Jamaica’s 2026 International Achievement Award (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-26 08:51:43)
    In recognition of his longstanding contributions to Jamaica and the Caribbean, Adam Stewart, CD, Hon. LLD, Executive Chairman of Sandals and Beaches Resorts, has been honored with the 2026 International Achievement Award from the American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ). Stewart received the honor during the organization’s annual Hummingbird Gala on October 16 at The Plaza Hotel, where Emmy Award-winning actress, advocate and activist Sheryl Lee Ralph was also recognized with the International Humanitarian Award.
  • PRINCESS CRUISES EXPANDS SANCTUARY COLLECTION (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-26 08:48:02)
    Princess Cruises today announces plans to expand its sought-after exclusive resort-style experience at sea, Sanctuary Collection, across five of its Royal Class ships, bringing the brand’s most elevated and personalized vacation experience to more guests around the world.
  • ATLAS OCEAN VOYAGES REVEALS EXCLUSIVE OWNER’S SUITES ABOARD ATLAS ADVENTURER (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-26 08:41:01)
    Atlas Ocean Voyages has revealed details of its exclusive Owner’s Suites aboard Atlas Adventurer, the world’s first luxury expedition sailing yacht scheduled to debut in late 2028. Located forward on Deck 6, above the ship’s bridge, these exceptional two-bedroom residences offer some of the most commanding views aboard, combining the privacy of a luxury residence with the personalized service and discovery experiences synonymous with Atlas Ocean Voyages.
  • Primeclass unveils its new concept at Ankara Esenboğa Airport (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-26 08:39:29)
    TAV Operation Services, one of the world’s leading airport hospitality providers, opened its redesigned Primeclass lounge at Ankara Esenboğa Airport on 22 October 2026. Located in the domestic terminal, the two-storey lounge accommodates 135 guests across 380 square metres.
  • THE MURRAY, HONG KONG UNVEILS NEW EXPERIENCES AND EXCLUSIVE LOCAL OFFERS FOR GHA DISCOVERY MEMBERS (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-26 08:34:45)
    The Murray, Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel, is delighted to unveil a renewed suite of Experiences and Local Offers exclusively for GHA DISCOVERY members. As signature benefits of the award-winning loyalty programme, these offerings complement the programme’s core rewards of DISCOVERY Dollars (D$) and tiered member privileges, inviting members to engage with the hotel beyond a traditional stay.
  • WeSki partners with British Airways Holidays to power its ski packages (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-26 08:31:44)
    WeSki, the global ski holiday platform, has partnered with British Airways Holidays, providing access to a wider range of ski accommodation and supporting its team with specialist expertise.WeSki is sourcing accommodation for British Airways Holidays from across its wider portfolio, giving customers access to a carefully selected range of places to stay, from family-friendly chalets to premium ski-in, ski-out hotels.
  • ATARA Introduces Velora Residence, Reframing Waterfront Living at Dubai Islands (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-26 07:55:15)
    ATARA Development introduces Velora Residence, a boutique collection of 58 fully furnished residences on Dubai Islands. Positioned between the waterfront and the boulevard, the development brings together the energy of the city and its island setting through clean architectural lines, light-filled interiors and natural materials. Water, air, light and wood apprise its design approach, creating a connection between the built environment and nature while balancing personal wellbeing with the shared experiences of family life.
  • FOUQUET’S WRITES A NEW CHAPTER IN GSTAAD (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-26 07:42:31)
    Following Paris, New York, Courchevel, St. Barth and Mykonos, Fouquet’s continues its expansion into the world’s most exclusive destinations, choosing Gstaad as the setting for the next chapter of its story.On December 4, 2026, Fouquet’s Gstaad will open its doors in the heart of the Swiss Alps, in one of Europe’s most iconic and discreet mountain resorts. A new destination where Alpine elegance meets the distinctive French art de vivre of Fouquet’s, bringing together absolute privacy, exceptional experiences and highly personalised service.Just few months after its debut in Mykonos, this sixth property marks another milestone in the international expansion of Fouquet’s, the ultra-luxury brand of Barrière Collection.
  • Kerten Hospitality Opens Cloud 7 Hotel The Forest Shimla, a New Lifestyle Destination in Himalayas (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-26 06:47:13)
    Kerten Hospitality, the global lifestyle hospitality group known for creating purpose-driven, community-centric destinations, today announced the launch of Cloud 7 Hotel The Forest Shimla. This is an exciting milestone in the group’s India growth journey, bringing its experience-led hospitality model to one of the country’s most iconic leisure destinations, and marking the next step towards its target of developing 1,000 keys across its Cloud 7, hosme and The House Hotel brands in India in this phase of its expansion. Through this growth, Kerten Hospitality aims to develop a portfolio of locally rooted, experience-led lifestyle destinations across key markets in the country.
  • Desert Days and Starry Nights Return as Moon Sharjah Retreat Reopens for the Winter Season (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-26 06:41:11)
    Imagine waking up to endless desert views, spending lazy afternoons beside your private pool and watching the stars emerge over the dunes as the evening cools. With the arrival of the UAE’s much-awaited winter season, these simple pleasures return as Moon Sharjah Retreat reopens, inviting couples, families and friends to escape the city and experience the magic of the Mleiha desert.
  • Nile Air Partners with Aeroprime Group to Strengthen Its Presence in the United Kingdom (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-26 06:32:26)
    Nile Air, Egypt’s largest private airline, has appointed Aeroprime Group as its Passenger General Sales Agent (GSA) in the United Kingdom, effective 1 November 2026, marking a strategic step in the airline’s commercial development across the UK market. The appointment underlines Nile Air’s commitment to broadening its distribution network and cultivating closer ties with travel trade partners in key international markets.