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  • Anguilla sets its sights on Latin America’s luxury travelers (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-31 10:01:08)
    The Anguilla Tourist Board sponsored the opening general session at Virtuoso On Tour Latin America for the first time, presenting the island’s luxury travel experiences to more than 300 travel professionals.The presentation, delivered during the Oct. 27-29 event, supported the tourist board’s push to diversify Anguilla’s source markets and elevate its visibility among luxury travel advisors in Latin America.
  • Europcar welcomes Government action on EV charging costs (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-31 09:35:25)
    Europcar Mobility Group UK has welcomed the government’s announcement in last weeks Budget to cut the cost of electric vehicle charging at local lower-powered charge points.  It is, however, disappointed that VAT on public charging hasn’t been reduced.
  • The Festival of Connoisseurs, Debuts in November - Hong Kong (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-31 09:32:38)
    Informa Markets today announced that The Festival of Connoisseurs (TFOC) will make its debut in Hong Kong from 4 to 6 November 2026 at AsiaWorld-Expo, as the first international flagship exhibition supported by Government funding. As announced in this year’s Policy Address and the Budget, the Government has earmarked HK$100 million to attract large-scale international exhibitions with new elements to Hong Kong, with a view to developing Hong Kong into the first-choice platform for showcasing Mainland and international brands.
  • Meliá Chiang Mai Celebrates ‘The Sweet Life’ With Spanish-Inspired Afternoon Tea (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-31 09:29:43)
    From chorizo-filled brioche buns to Spain’s famed caramelised custard dessert, Meliá Chiang Mai’s new La Vida Dulce Afternoon Tea is a tribute to the sweeter side of life, accompanied by sweeping views of the city and famed Doi Suthep Temple on the mountaintop to the west.Meaning “the sweet life” in Spanish, La Vida Dulce Afternoon Tea for two references Meliá’s Spanish origins and is served daily at the hotel’s signature Mai Restaurant & Bar on the 21st floor until January 31, 2027.
  • Uber Submits Application for Ride-hailing Service Licence (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-31 09:27:11)
    Uber announced hat it has formally submitted its application for a Ride-hailing Service Licence to the Hong Kong Transport Department.
  • OCBC MAKES OVERSEAS QR PAYMENTS MORE REWARDING (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-31 09:24:03)
    OCBC has become the first bank in Singapore to enable customers to earn rewards and redeem vouchers when making overseas QR payments with Alipay+ Travel Treat on the OCBC app. The launch of the in-app travel hub builds on OCBC’s partnership with Alipay+, Ant International’s unified wallet gateway, for cross-border payments since 2023. The latest enhancement broadens the partnership beyond payments to encompass travel perks.
  • Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru Unveils a Festive Escape Rooted in Island Culture and Ocean Adventure (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-31 09:20:30)
    This festive season, Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru invites guests to trade traditional winter rituals for barefoot celebrations, welcoming Christmas and the New Year with The Secret Underwater Garden. Taking place from 22nd December 2026 to 7th January 2027, the programme celebrates life above and beneath the surface, bringing together festive gastronomy, Maldivian cultural heritage, meaningful marine conservation, ocean adventures and restorative wellbeing.
  • The 2027 Virtuoso Luxe Report United Kingdom & Ireland: Japan Claims the No. 1 Spot (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-31 09:17:36)
    Virtuoso, the leading global network renowned for luxury and experiential travel, is uniquely positioned to identify the trends influencing how, where and why people will venture in the year ahead. The Virtuoso Luxe Report: United Kingdom & Ireland once again taps the collective knowledge of the network’s esteemed travel agency members and their teams of professional travel advisors to reveal what’s next for the region’s savviest globetrotters. Japan unseats Greece as the most requested international destination, and Thailand makes its top five debut, giving Asia a stronger foothold among established European favourites.
  • FORGET THE ALPS: JAPAN IS CALLING (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-31 09:13:19)
    Japan continues to attract British travellers seeking alternatives to Europe’s crowded ski slopes and Hoshino Resorts is spotlighting some of the country’s most rewarding winter destinations for the 2026/27 ski season – from the legendary powder snow of Hokkaido to the lesser-known mountains of Tohoku, where the new KAI Zao has recently opened.Unlike many ski holidays centred solely around the slopes, a winter trip to Japan can combine mountain adventure with hot spring bathing, regional gastronomy, ancient traditions and cultural discovery.
  • Save up to £2,000pp on six of Titan’s escorted tours in the new Adventure Sale! (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-31 09:11:57)
    For a limited time only, the escorted touring specialist, Titan Travel (titantravel.co.uk, 0808 239 3496), is offering travellers savings of up to £2,000pp* across six of its favourite escorted tours in its new Adventure Sale.Titan has announced huge savings across six of its tours, spanning Asia, the Americas and Europe, carefully selected by its destination experts. Filled with adventure and authentic experiences, travellers can discover more for less on new bookings made before 13 November 2026.
  • Travel influencer reveals five clever tricks to squeeze more out of your next city break (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-31 09:07:32)
    A travel influencer has revealed five surprisingly simple tricks to squeeze more out of a city break, without spending a penny extra.Nesha Woolery, 32, known online as @travelwithnesha_ from Birmingham, says a handful of clever habits can save travellers precious time, leaving them free to explore more, see more and make the most of every minute away.
  • Eri Maldives: One Year On, Finding a Different Rhythm in the Indian Ocean (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-30 21:06:14)
    A year after reopening as an eco-conscious lifestyle resort, Eri Maldives is making its mark through its house reef, informal hospitality and intimate island atmosphere. For General Manager Haroon Mohamed, it is also an opportunity to bring two decades of international experience home.
  • Mozambique Sets Its Sights on UK Travellers as Tourism Grows Ahead of 2027 (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-30 17:27:01)
    With foreign hotel guest numbers up 12.5% and the UK historically among its leading international markets, Mozambique is emerging as a compelling alternative for British travellers seeking more than the traditional African holiday.
  • VIDEOS: Global Travel Futures Forum 2026 (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-30 14:31:11)
    The Global Travel Futures Forum 2026 brings together global leaders from travel, tourism, technology, finance and innovation to explore the industry’s future. The forum highlights the power of cross-industry collaboration in addressing emerging challenges, driving innovation and shaping the next era of global travel.
  • Experience Fumo Covent Garden - Contemporary Italian Dining in the Heart of the West End (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-30 14:18:32)
    Experience Fumo Covent Garden, the vibrant Italian restaurant from the family-run San Carlo group Situated on St Martin’s Lane, in the heart of London’s theatre district, Fumo brings a contemporary twist to authentic Italian dining, with a menu of beautifully prepared sharing plates inspired by Italy’s rich culinary traditions. From freshly prepared pasta and indulgent seafood dishes to flavourful meat plates and classic antipasti, the menu invites guests to mix, match and discover a variety of Italian flavours.
  • From Halloween to year-round bookings: the growing appeal of dark tourism (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-30 14:16:13)
    With the spooky season around the corner, ghost tours and Halloween experiences are set to take centre stage. But according to Bókun, a Tripadvisor company, growing interest in dark tourism is helping fuel demand for ghostly experiences year-round.To explore how rising global fascination with the supernatural is translating into year-round bookings, Bókun has shared insights from tour operators, alongside data revealing growing demand for people booking spooky tours on their own doorstep.
  • Global CEOs to gather in Abu Dhabi as record-breaking ADIPEC 2026 opens Monday (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-30 13:44:54)
    ADIPEC 2026 will open on Monday, 2 November, bringing together more than 40 ministers, alongside policymakers, regulators, global CEOs and decision-makers, for four days of high-level discussions, investment and business engagement. The event will feature more than 1,800 speakers and a record 2,260 exhibiting companies.
  • Air Passenger Demand Falls 0.5% in September (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-30 13:41:42)
    The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for September 2026 global passenger demand:Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was down 0.5% compared to September 2025. Excluding the Middle East, demand grew by 0.3%. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), decreased 0.2% year-on-year. The load factor was 83.2% (-0.3 ppt compared to September 2025).
  • Hong Kong Disneyland Brings Halloween Treats to the Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-30 09:27:35)
    From October 29 to November 1, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort (HKDL) is participating in the annual “Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival”, organized by the Hong Kong Tourism Board. For four consecutive days, HKDL will offer a selection of park-exclusive Halloween treats to the city, adding distinctive Disney storytelling and creativity to Hong Kong’s mega event tourism experience.Visitors can embrace the Disney Halloween spirit in the city before joining HKDL’s Booonus Wicked Night Party on October 30 and 31 for one last chance to enjoy the ultimate Halloween celebration.
  • Capella Dubai to debut at Dubai Peninsula in 2030 (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-30 09:12:26)
    A new destination at the crossroads of cultures, in one of the world’s most internationally connected citiesCapella Hotel Group today announces Capella Dubai, set to open in 2030 on the Dubai Peninsula in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The 115-key hotel will include a collection of suites with private pools, culminating in a 600-square-metre Capella Suite conceived as a residential-style retreat. Developed by H&H and designed by world-renowned Denniston, the hotel will introduce Capella’s curated approach to hospitality to Dubai, with experiences shaped by the city’s culture and character.