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  • The Dead Sea Marriott Resort & Spa Voted Jordan’s Best Incentive Hotel 2026 at the World MICE Awards (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-15 16:27:22)
    The Dead Sea Marriott Resort & Spa has once again been voted as Jordan’s Best Incentive Hotel 2026 at the prestigious World MICE Awards, reaffirming its position as one of the country’s leading destinations for incentive travel and corporate events.Widely regarded as one of the travel industry’s most respected accolades, the World MICE Awards celebrate excellence across the global tourism and hospitality sectors. This latest recognition highlights the resort’s continued commitment to creating memorable, well-executed experiences for incentive groups, corporate travelers, and event planners from Jordan and around the world.
  • Japan’s Living Volcanoes: A Journey into the Soul of Kyushu (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-15 14:54:51)
    Beyond Tokyo’s neon-lit streets and Kyoto’s celebrated temples lies another Japan, where volcanoes breathe beneath ancient forests, farmers cultivate the earth in the shadow of active craters, and centuries-old traditions endure. On his first journey to Japan, Breaking Travel News Managing Editor Sid Thaker travels through the volcanic heartlands of southern Kyushu, discovering a remarkable relationship between nature, culture and the people who call this extraordinary landscape home.
  • SuperEscapes reveals popular destinations for winter 2026/27 (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-15 13:45:10)
    Recent booking data* from leading travel agency SuperEscapes has revealed some of the most popular destinations for winter holidays. With the traditional festive markets of Europe and the warmer climes of Malta, Benidorm and Thailand proving popular, SuperEscapes is seeing an average booking lead time of six to eight weeks for winter breaks, with November and January being the most popular months to travel.Continuing the rising trend of ‘microcations’ - shorter, more intentional holidays that last just a few days - UK travellers are opting for short city breaks and four- to five-night winter sun escapes throughout some of Europe’s most popular destinations.
  • Princess Cruises Unveils Expansive 2028–2029 Caribbean & Beyond Season with Return to the Amazon (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-15 13:40:23)
    Princess Cruises, a leader in global destination cruising, announces its expansive 2028–2029 Caribbean & Beyond programme, offering more to explore with over 250 departures and an extraordinary variety of holidays spanning the Caribbean, North, Central and South America, the Pacific, and Antarctica.From the sun-drenched islands of the Caribbean to Hawaii, Mexico and the California Coast, and the storied ports of Canada & New England and south to the Amazon River, Patagonia and Antarctica, these voyage offerings give guests remarkable opportunities to explore the Caribbean & Beyond by sea. Voyages range from convenient four-night West Coast getaways to an epic new 64-night Circle South America adventure.
  • Star Princess: A Floating Feast for the World’s Most Discerning Food Lovers (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-15 11:21:07)
    Princess Cruises wins World’s Best Culinary Cruise Ship 2026 at the World Culinary Awards.There are few pleasures more closely associated with travel than discovering somewhere new through its food. A memorable meal can capture the spirit of a destination, introduce an unfamiliar flavour or turn an ordinary evening into an occasion. On board Star Princess, the newest generation of Princess Cruises’ culinary experience brings that philosophy to sea, with an extraordinary collection of restaurants, chef collaborations and dining concepts that make eating one of the defining pleasures of the voyage.
  • Princess Cruises: A World of Discovery Beyond the Horizon (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-15 11:13:29)
    Winner of the World’s Best Cruise Line for Shore Excursions 2026 at the World Cruise Awards.For many travellers, the true magic of a cruise begins when the ship slips into a new harbour. One morning might bring the promise of ancient ruins rising above the Mediterranean, the next a tropical island fringed by turquoise water, or a distant city whose markets, architecture and cuisine offer an entirely different perspective on the world. For Princess Cruises, the art of turning these moments into memorable experiences has earned international recognition, with the line named World’s Best Cruise Line for Shore Excursions 2026 at the World Cruise Awards.
  • Saigontourist Group Culinary Culture and Delicacies Festival: A Feast for the Senses in Vietnam (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-15 11:06:35)
    Winner of the World’s Best Culinary Festival 2026 at the World Culinary Awards.Few experiences offer a more intimate introduction to a country than its food. In Vietnam, where fragrant herbs, vibrant street-food traditions, generations-old recipes and regional specialities shape everyday life, cuisine is an essential part of the national identity. Celebrating this extraordinary diversity, the Saigontourist Group Culinary Culture and Delicacies Festival has once again attracted international acclaim, winning World’s Best Culinary Festival 2026 at the World Culinary Awards.
  • Masayoshi: Vancouver’s Japanese Culinary Excellence Takes Centre Stage (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-15 10:53:33)
    Winner of North America’s Best Japanese Cuisine Restaurant 2026 at the World Culinary Awards.Japanese cuisine is a world of extraordinary contrasts: quiet restraint and theatrical presentation, delicate flavours and profound depth, time-honoured traditions and a constant appetite for refinement. In Vancouver, a city whose Pacific setting and international outlook have helped cultivate a sophisticated dining culture, Masayoshi has earned international recognition, winning North America’s Best Japanese Cuisine Restaurant 2026 at the World Culinary Awards.
  • NAMA Restaurant: Abidjan’s Asian Culinary Star Shines on the World Stage (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-15 10:51:19)
    Winner of Africa’s Best Asian Cuisine Restaurant 2026 at the World Culinary AwardsIn a city celebrated for its energy, ambition and increasingly cosmopolitan dining scene, NAMA Restaurant in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, has secured a place among Africa’s most exciting culinary names. Crowned Africa’s Best Asian Cuisine Restaurant 2026 at this week’s World Culinary Awards, the restaurant has earned international recognition at a moment when African cities are attracting growing attention for their sophistication, cultural diversity and evolving food cultures.
  • Malaysia Airlines: Taking Business Travel to New Heights (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-15 10:37:13)
    From the vibrant energy of Kuala Lumpur to the great commercial capitals of the world, Malaysia Airlines is strengthening its position as a carrier for international business travellers. Named World’s Best MICE Airline 2026 at the World MICE Awards in Jamaica, the national airline of Malaysia is receiving recognition for its role in connecting people, destinations and opportunities across an increasingly interconnected global economy.There is an art to making the journey as rewarding as the destination. For business travellers, the experience begins long before a meeting room comes into view: with the ease of planning, the reassurance of a well-connected network, the comfort of the cabin and the service that makes long-haul travel feel less like a logistical exercise and more like a considered experience.
  • Waldorf Astoria Kuwait: Where Business Meets the Art of Luxury (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-15 10:34:46)
    In the heart of Kuwait City, where contemporary sophistication meets the understated elegance of Arabian hospitality, Waldorf Astoria Kuwait is redefining the possibilities of luxury business travel. Named Kuwait’s Best MICE Hotel 2026 at the World MICE Awards in Jamaica, the hotel is earning recognition for a hospitality experience in which corporate excellence and indulgence exist in effortless harmony.There is a particular art to creating a hotel that works as beautifully for business as it does for pleasure. It requires more than impressive meeting rooms and polished service; it demands an understanding of how people want to travel, connect and spend their time. At Waldorf Astoria Kuwait, that philosophy finds its expression in a contemporary luxury address that brings together sophisticated accommodation, considered dining and an atmosphere of quiet refinement.
  • Convento do Beato: Lisbon’s Historic Masterpiece Wins Europe’s Best MICE Event Venue 2026 (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-15 10:29:54)
    In Portugal’s captivating capital, a centuries-old convent has found a remarkable second life as one of Europe’s most distinctive event destinations. Convento do Beato, where historic stone arches and monastic grandeur meet contemporary event production, has been named Europe’s Best MICE Event Venue 2026 at the World MICE Awards in Jamaica.Lisbon has always understood the art of reinvention. From its elegant riverside squares and atmospheric cobbled streets to its contemporary restaurants and design-led hotels, Portugal’s capital manages to honour its past while embracing the possibilities of the future. Yet, in the eastern neighbourhood of Beato, one extraordinary building captures this balance particularly well.
  • One Event Cyprus & Greece: The Art of Creating Extraordinary Experiences (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-15 10:22:21)
    From the ancient splendour of Athens to the sun-drenched shores of Cyprus and the cinematic beauty of the Aegean islands, One Event Cyprus & Greece is redefining the possibilities of corporate travel. Named Cyprus’s Best MICE Organiser 2026 at the World MICE Awards in Jamaica, the destination management specialist is demonstrating how business events can become immersive journeys into the culture, character and hospitality of the eastern Mediterranean.
  • Twelve Apostles Terrace: Where Cape Town’s Natural Grandeur Meets World-Class Events (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-15 10:14:57)
    Perched high above Cape Town, where the Atlantic Ocean stretches towards the horizon and the rugged peaks of Table Mountain frame one of the world’s most spectacular urban landscapes, Twelve Apostles Terrace is making its mark on the international events scene. Its recognition as Africa’s Best MICE Event Venue 2026 is a fitting tribute to a destination where business gatherings come with an extraordinary sense of place.
  • World Aviation Festival 2026: Day 2 highlights (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-15 10:07:37)
    Day 2 of the World Aviation Festival 2026 opened today in Lisbon with the CEOs of TAP Air Portugal, ANA Aeroportos de Portugal, LATAM Airlines Group and Abra Group discussing the future of TAP, plans for a new Lisbon airport, high fuel costs and the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in airline operations.  Later sessions covered IAG’s move to modern airline retailing and how airports can grow commercial revenue.  The sessions took place on the day the Portuguese government announced that Lufthansa will become a shareholder in TAP.
  • ITB Berlin 2027: Tickets on sale now – the new ITB Orange Pass is here (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-15 09:58:23)
    Trade visitors can secure their tickets to ITB Berlin 2027 now, earlier than ever before. From 16 to 18 March the World’s Leading Travel Trade Show will be gathering the global travel industry in Berlin. New in the ticket range: the ITB Orange Pass, limited to 300 tickets, is the premium pass for those who want to make the most of their visit to ITB Berlin, with exclusive benefits in terms of comfort, networking and the experiences it offers. Early Bird tickets are available until 14 January 2027.
  • WTM London and Spanish Tourist Office Unite to Set New Global Standard for Accessible Travel (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-15 09:56:42)
    WTM London, part of the RX Global portfolio, is pleased to announce a landmark agreement with the Spanish Tourist Office,  as its first ever accessibility partner.Together, the organisations are committed to pushing the conversation on accessible travel from awareness to collaboration, practical action and measurable change.
  • Montenegro confirmed to host ABTA’s Convention 2027 (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-15 06:21:45)
    The National Tourism Organisation of Montenegro is delighted to announce that Montenegro has been selected to host ABTA’s Travel Convention in 2027, welcoming leaders from across the UK travel industry to one of Europe’s most exciting emerging destinations.
  • Concord Hospitality Expands North Carolina Footprint with Management of Poteat Hotels Portfolio (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-15 06:12:16)
    Concord Hospitality, a leading hotel development and management company, announced today that it has assumed management of Poteat Hotels’ seven-property portfolio across North Carolina, further expanding Concord’s presence in its home state and strengthening its growing footprint across the Southeast.The portfolio includes seven hotels totaling 711 rooms in New Bern, Greenville, Wilmington, Boone and High Point. The properties, which will transition to Concord management throughout October, include a mix of full-service and select-service hotels operating under leading global brands.
  • FLÆ Robotics raises over €1 million in seed funding to develop and expand its AI hospitality agent (Breaking Travel News 2026-10-15 06:09:10)
    FLÆ Robotics, the Czech technology company behind BE-A, an AI hospitality agent, has raised over €1 million in seed funding from Purple Ventures and Garage Angels. BE-A is already used by more than 60 hotels across the United Kingdom, Germany and the Czech Republic.The company will use the investment to accelerate product development, deepen integrations with hotel systems, grow its team and expand internationally. FLÆ Robotics is strengthening its presence in Germany, expanding into Austria and building on its launch in the United Kingdom. It is also preparing to enter the U.S. hotel market.