Day Headlines in Travel News: 2024-09-19

  • Fraud in the Travel Industry: Q&A with Israel Mazin, CEO at Memcyco (Breaking Travel News 2024-09-19 08:55:25)
    Fraud is rapidly increasing in the travel industry, threatening airlines, hotels, and booking sites. Companies must protect their customers or face the damages.
  • NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE® UNVEILS ITS NEXT CUTTING-EDGE VESSEL -THE ALL-NEW NORWEGIAN LUNA™ (Breaking Travel News 2024-09-19 07:23:13)
    Norwegian Cruise Line® (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel, today unveiled and opened for sale the next evolution of its Prima Plus Class, the all-new Norwegian Luna™.Marking the Company’s 21st ship in its cutting-edge fleet, Norwegian Luna opened for sale today for guests to choose from a variety of fun-in-the-sun voyages sailing roundtrip from Miami beginning April 4, 2026 through November 2026.
  • Abu Dhabi Calendar Announces Showstopping 2024-2025 Season (Breaking Travel News 2024-09-19 07:18:17)
    Passion for music. Passion for culture. Passion for sports and unforgettable moments. With the adrenaline of live concerts, the thrill of championship sports events, and the flavours of a gourmet food festival, the 2024-2025 season of the Abu Dhabi Calendar invites you to embrace your passions to the fullest.
  • The Elf On The Shelf® Scout Elf™ Returns to Beaches® Resorts This Year (Breaking Travel News 2024-09-19 07:15:28)
    The buzz is building for a spectacular holiday season bathed in Caribbean sunshine, as Santa’s Scout Elves head south for another “merry” memorable holiday season at Beaches Resorts. With less than 100 days until Christmas, together with The Lumistella Company – the creators of the beloved family tradition The Elf on the Shelf – the Caribbean’s family-friendly resorts are unveiling a lineup of The Elf on the Shelf themed festivities returning to Beaches all-inclusive resorts this December. Families can also enter a special “Countdown to Christmas in the Caribbean” Vacation Sweepstakes that will grant one lucky family and their best Scout Elf a ticket to paradise to experience it all.
  • Gilpin Hotel & Lake House Launches Trio of New Guest-Led Dining Experiences (Breaking Travel News 2024-09-19 07:13:40)
    Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, which is home to two restaurants; the Michelin starred SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel and the contemporary pan Asian Gilpin Spice, has announced a trio of new enticing dining experiences which encompass a customisable evening tasting menu and new lunch service at SOURCE, as well as an authentic sushi menu at Gilpin Spice.
  • What’s New in Sonoma County – Fall 2024 (Breaking Travel News 2024-09-19 07:11:24)
    As fall colors start to emerge and cooler mornings take hold, Sonoma County invites visitors to immerse themselves in the harvest season. Renowned for our world-class wines, exceptional cuisine, and convivial hospitality, Sonoma County shines as an fall destination. During this season, visitors can experience a myriad of autumn-themed activities and events, from lively festivals and seasonal wine tastings to culinary creations inspired by the harvest.
  • Swing, Jump, and Sparkle: Holiday Inn Express Singapore Clarke Quay Unveils the Thrillseeker Escape! (Breaking Travel News 2024-09-19 07:09:09)
    Holiday Inn Express Singapore Clarke Quay is thrilled to announce the launch of its latest offering: the Thrillseeker Escape. Designed for adrenaline enthusiasts, this exclusive package promises an unforgettable experience with an exciting twist.
  • Introducing The Boodles Tea at The Biltmore (Breaking Travel News 2024-09-19 07:05:23)
    The Biltmore Mayfair, a symbol of timeless elegance in the heart of Grosvenor Square, is thrilled to announce a collaboration with esteemed British jeweller, Boodles. Together, the two brands present The Boodles Tea at The Biltmore: an exquisite Afternoon Tea crafted by The Biltmore and inspired by Boodles’ timeless pieces.
  • European Waterways’ Christmas Markets Cruises in Alsace (Breaking Travel News 2024-09-19 07:01:04)
    The weather outside is delightful for European Waterways guests on the company’s Christmas Markets Cruises in the region of Alsace, France. According to Managing Director Derek Banks, “the holiday-themed hotel barge cruises are a hit with travellers, who want to experience the old-world traditions of ‘Christmas past,’ while also enjoying Alsace’s unique fusion of French and German charm.
  • Future Hospitality Summit organisers The Bench launch FHS Club (Breaking Travel News 2024-09-19 06:58:00)
    Ahead of the Future Hospitality Summit – FHS World, taking place later this month at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai from 30 September – 2 October, organisers The Bench have launched its latest innovative initiative, FHS Club, to reward attendees for their commitment and engagement with the region’s leading hospitality investment event.A first of its kind in the hospitality events industry, FHS Club is a unique new loyalty programme designed to offer bespoke benefits and exclusive access to FHS events, and further enhance the attendee experience.
  • Tourism Awareness Week 2024 to Focus on Tourism and Peace: Out of Many, One Love (Breaking Travel News 2024-09-19 06:46:28)
    Jamaica’s Ministry of Tourism, its public bodies, and industry partners will seek to emphasise tourism’s critical role in fostering cross-cultural collaboration and global unity, as they observe Tourism Awareness Week (TAW) 2024 from September 22-28, under the theme “Tourism and Peace: Out of Many, One Love.” This year’s theme is in keeping with UN Tourism’s (United Nations Tourism) global theme for World Tourism Day, which is marked annually on September 27, “Tourism and Peace.”
  • Hotel Rewards sets new standard in travel savings (Breaking Travel News 2024-09-19 06:44:11)
    Hotel Rewards - the ultimate app for discovering exclusive hotel deals and earning rewards on every stay – is launching a new subscription service that promises to change the landscape of hotel booking.For a monthly fee of $9.99, subscribers will have access to significant discounts on hotel rates and additional benefits designed to make travel more affordable. The service includes members-only discounts of up to 78% on hotel stays and a monthly $20 credit toward future hotel bookings.
  • PriceTravel Holding leads Latin American expansion (Breaking Travel News 2024-09-19 06:41:59)
    PriceTravel Holding, the leading Latin American travel company with 25 years in the market, has achieved 90% year-over-year (YoY) growth in sales from January to August in its LATAM region.This growth is fueled by the company’s expansion strategy, with the simultaneous launch of operations in 2024 across Latin America: Argentina, Brazil, Perú, Chile, Ecuador, and Uruguay; as well as the United States and Europe. These new operations add to its already consolidated presence in Mexico, where it began operations in 2000, and in Colombia since 2012, further strengthening its leadership in the region’s travel product distribution sector.