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  • From Suite to Studio: The Balmoral Unveils Bespoke In-Room Reformer Pilates (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-10 10:33:43)
    In partnership with FÔLD, London-based fitness brand behind foldable, studio-grade at-home reformer beds, The Balmoral, a Rocco Forte Hotel, is proud to unveil its latest pioneering wellness innovation: reformer pilates delivered to your suite.
  • American Airlines partners with award-winning Pecan Lodge to serve Texas barbecue on select flights (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-10 10:30:34)
    Beginning next month, customers aboard select American Airlines flights will be able to enjoy an authentic taste of Texas en route to New York as the airline partners with nationally recognized Pecan Lodge restaurant to serve Texas barbecue on board.
  • Marriott Bonvoy Forges Global Partnership with International Cricket Council (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-10 10:25:03)
    Marriott Bonvoy and the International Cricket Council (ICC) have signed a strategic partnership which will see Marriott International’s award-winning travel platform appointed the Official Accommodation Partner for ICC through to 2029.
  • Initiatives for an Inclusive Society Promoted by the JAL Group (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-10 10:11:15)
    Japan Airlines (JAL) received the highest honor, the “D&I AWARD Grand Prize” in the corporate category for companies with more than 3,001 employees, at Japan’s leading award recognizing and certifying companies promoting Diversity & Inclusion (D&I), the “D&I AWARD 2025*.” This marks the first time an airline has received this grand prize. In addition, JAL has been certified as a “Best Workplace” with the highest rating for five consecutive years since 2021. These recognitions reflect the ongoing commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse talents can thrive.
  • Radisson Individuals expands in Germany with Two New HARBR. hotels in Konstanz and Heilbronn (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-10 10:08:50)
    Radisson Individuals is bringing fresh energy to southern Germany with two new lifestyle destinations: HARBR. Hotel Konstanz and HARBR. Hotel Heilbronn. Together with HARBR. Hotel Ludwigsburg, travelers now have three distinctive Radisson Individuals stays across Baden-Württemberg, offering everything from lakeside escapes to wine-country retreats, and culture-rich city destinations.
  • Ethiopian Airlines to Launch a New Service to Lyon, France (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-10 09:58:10)
    Ethiopian Airlines, the leading airline in Africa and one of the fastest-growing airline brands in the world, is proud to announce its plan to launch a new thrice-weekly passenger service to Lyon, France, via Geneva, Switzerland, starting from 02 July 2026. With the addition of Lyon, Ethiopian Airlines will expand its network in France to three destinations, alongside Paris and Marseille, further strengthening its presence in the country and across Europe, while enhancing connectivity to and from the region through providing seamless connections to its customers.
  • Tampa Bay’s Marina Pointe Wins Three Americas Property Awards (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-10 09:54:41)
    Setting a new benchmark for luxury waterfront living in Florida, Marina Pointe, a state-of-the-art condominium community located within Tampa Bay’s 52-acre Westshore Marina District, has been honored with three Americas Property Awards by the International Property Awards organization. The awards celebrate the highest levels of achievement by companies operating in all sectors of the property & real estate industry. An International Property Award is a world-renowned mark of excellence.
  • American Airlines and OBAP celebrate 50 years of progress and 100 years of flight (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-10 09:52:54)
    The Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals (OBAP) and American Airlines proudly announce their partnership for OBAP’s 50th anniversary celebration. As the event’s official Title Sponsor, American Airlines joins OBAP in honoring five decades of advancing awareness, access and opportunities for careers in aviation for those who otherwise may not have known it was possible. This partnership is especially significant as American Airlines celebrates its centennial year in 2026, marking 100 years of connecting people and places around the world.
  • Marriott International Announces Changes to its Continent Leadership (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-10 09:36:40)
    Marriott International today announced the retirement of two long-time leaders and the appointment of three seasoned executives to drive the company’s continued expansion, underscoring Marriott’s deep bench of talent and commitment to growth across global regions.
  • Turkish Airlines carried 7.3 million passengers in December 2025 (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-10 09:31:40)
    Turkish Airlines announced passenger and cargo traffic results for December with 9.2% higher passenger capacity in terms of available seat kilometres compared to that of 2024. In December, the number of passengers was recorded as 7.3 million and total load factor as 82.6%.
  • Ambitions Travel Recruitment Celebrates a Year of Success and Expansion (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-10 09:26:41)
    Award-winning boutique luxury travel and hospitality headhunters Ambitions Travel Recruitment (ATR) are celebrating a standout year of growth as the company reaches its four year anniversary this month, by unveiling three new team members, as well as reflecting on its rising industry influence and continued relationships with some of the luxury leisure travel and hospitality sector’s most respected brands.
  • Travel in Motion: Why Tourism Is Central to a Net-Positive World (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-09 13:56:29)
    As Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026 convenes global leaders under the theme The Nexus of Next: All Systems Go, one reality is becoming unavoidable. Travel and tourism is no longer a peripheral sustainability challenge. It is one of the most powerful system integrators we have.
  • Etihad Airways to make history as first Middle East airline to fly to Luxembourg (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-09 10:19:00)
    Etihad Airways has announced the launch of flights to Luxembourg, marking a historic milestone as the first airline from the Middle East to serve the country. When services commence on 29 October 2026, Etihad will also become the only airline offering nonstop flights between Luxembourg and Abu Dhabi, creating a new direct air link between two important European and Middle Eastern centres.
  • Blasting Off Into 2026, Florida’s Space Coast Entices Travelers (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-09 10:11:44)
    Florida’s Space Coast enters 2026 with unprecedented momentum, having closed out a successful 2025 fueled by record-setting rocket launch activity, transformative aerospace investment, and rising national attention ahead of the historic planned Artemis II mission.
  • Hyatt Announces Newly Enhanced Secrets Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa Resort Following Renovations (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-09 10:04:50)
    Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the reopening of Secrets Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa Resort, an adults-only, all-inclusive haven, following a transformative renovation. These new updates reaffirm Hyatt’s commitment to mainstay destinations and elevate the refined experience guests have come to know from the Secrets Resorts & Spas brand.
  • Spirit Airlines Ranked Among Top Three North American Airlines for On-Time Performance by Cirium (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-09 09:58:21)
    Spirit Airlines delivered leading reliability in 2025, earning a top ranking for on-time performance from aviation analytics firm Cirium. The leading value carrier ranked third among the 10 largest North American carriers, climbing from sixth place in 2024. According to Cirium data, Spirit operated 78.83 percent of its flights on time last year. Spirit’s strong operation is only one element of the unmatched value the airline delivers, giving American travelers a choice that combines reliability, affordability and an enhanced Guest experience.
  • Meliá Hotels International strengthens its presence on the Costa del Sol with a new resort complex (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-09 09:45:17)
    Meliá Hotels International, Spain’s leading hotel company, has announced the upcoming addition of the Holiday World Resort complex to its portfolio. Located in Benalmádena, one of the most iconic and popular destinations on the Costa del Sol, the three hotels and premium apartment complex that make up Holiday World Resort will become part of Meliá‘s offering in Málaga as of next March.
  • Viking and PGA TOUR Announce New Partnership (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-09 09:39:25)
    Viking® and the PGA TOUR today announced a new multi-year marketing partnership that designates Viking as the Official Cruise Line of the PGA TOUR and PGA TOUR Champions.
  • Jumeirah Al Qasr Launches The Nautical Soirée, a New Yachting and Dining Experience (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-09 09:25:03)
    Jumeirah Al Qasr has launched The Nautical Soirée, a new yachting and dining experience developed in partnership with BENO yachts. Designed for yacht owners, charter guests, and in-house guests, the experience offers a curated connection between sea and shore along Dubai’s pristine coastline.
  • Pure One Announces Launch of Language-Driven Immersive Journeys (Breaking Travel News 2026-01-09 09:10:18)
    PURE ONE, known for its culturally rich and carefully curated journeys, today announces the launch of a new line of immersive travel experiences built around the power of language, with select experiences now live and additional offerings set to roll out in the coming months.