Day Headlines in Travel News: 2024-10-11

  • Discover Dreamiest Wedding Spots ahead of the Abu Dhabi Wedding Show @ Award Winning Saadiyat Island (Breaking Travel News 2024-10-11 08:03:16)
    Imagine saying “I do” surrounded by pristine white-sand beaches, luxurious resorts and breathtaking natural beauty. This dream can become a reality on Saadiyat Island, which is set to host the second annual Abu Dhabi Wedding Show 2024 organised by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), taking place at the elegant Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas from 13-14 October.
  • Luxe new Delta One Lounge rounds out premium ground experience at LAX (Breaking Travel News 2024-10-11 06:13:03)
    Delta is bringing the premium lounge experience to West Coast customers with the opening of the Delta One Lounge at LAX.Adjacent to the Delta Sky Club at Terminal 3, Delta’s second Delta One Lounge – with seating for nearly 200 guests – is directly connected to the Delta One check-in for a completely private, high-touch ground experience. 
  • Double the Excitement with KEMPINSKI DISCOVERY’S Twice the Rewards Campaign (Breaking Travel News 2024-10-11 06:09:51)
    In celebration of the Global Hotel Alliance’s (GHA) 20th Anniversary, Kempinski Hotels and KEMPINSKI DISCOVERY, part of the Global Hotel Alliance’s GHA DISCOVERY loyalty programme, celebrates Twice the Rewards. The new global initiative launched across the entire GHA portfolio, comprising more than 40 brands with over 800 hotels across 100 countries. The campaign allows members of KEMPINSKI DISCOVERY to double the excitement with double DISCOVERY Dollars and double nights until November 30, 2024.
  • Visit The World’s Best Christmas Market Destinations with Minor Hotels (Breaking Travel News 2024-10-11 06:07:37)
    The holiday season evokes fond memories, often based on traditions passed down from generation to generation. Europe’s Christmas markets, many of which have been around since the Middle Ages, are magical places to embrace the holiday spirit and celebrate these age-old traditions.
  • Emirates announces a suite of services and breakthrough innovations for People of Determination (Breaking Travel News 2024-10-11 06:05:08)
    As part of its ‘Fly Better’ promise, Emirates has showcased a suite of new services and innovative products for People of Determination at the 6th edition of AccessAbilities Expo in Dubai World Trade Centre. The largest exhibition for people with disabilities in the Middle East was officially opened by HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline & Group and patron of the AccessAbilities Expo.
  • Singapore Airlines and Scoot Offer Over 420,000 Discounted Tickets (Breaking Travel News 2024-10-11 06:01:06)
    Singapore Airlines’ (SIA) popular Time To Fly travel fair returns in October 2024, offering discounts on more than 200,000 Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class round-trip tickets from Singapore to 78 global destinations.Scoot, SIA’s low-cost subsidiary, will also offer discounts on 220,000 ScootPlus and Economy Class one-way tickets to 57 destinations across its network during the fair.
  • Saudi Tourism Launches “Where Winter Lights Up” with Packed Calendar of Events (Breaking Travel News 2024-10-11 04:31:50)
    Saudi’s national tourism brand, ‘Saudi, Welcome to Arabia’, is announcing “Where Winter Lights Up” – the second phase of the iconic global Saudi tourism campaign “This Land is Calling”.Encouraging travelers from around the world to unearth Saudi’s legends and wonders this winter season, “Where Winter Lights Up”, is an invitation to embark on a journey of discovery across several destinations: Riyadh, Jeddah, AlUla, and the Red Sea. The event calendar will run from October 2024 through the end of the first quarter of 2025.
  • Announcing the Highly Anticipated Return of The Ritz-Carlton Brand to Cancun (Breaking Travel News 2024-10-11 04:28:15)
    Marriott International, Inc. announced an agreement with FibraHotel, Fibra Danhos and Beyond Ventures to bring The Ritz-Carlton, Cancun, Punta Nizuc to the area. The property is slated to include a 131-key luxury hotel, developed and owned through a joint venture between FibraHotel and Fibra Danhos, along with 126 branded residences in a LEED certified building, developed by Beyond Ventures, setting a new standard of design and sophistication in the region.
  • Skyros Island, Greece Protects Its Unique Charm by Rejecting Mass Tourism (Breaking Travel News 2024-10-11 04:27:40)
    Skyros Island, renowned for its natural beauty, tranquil atmosphere, and rich cultural heritage, has decisively rejected a proposed large-scale tourism expansion. The island’s rugged landscapes and serene beaches, perfect for holistic retreats, were at risk of being overshadowed by such developments. This decision preserves Skyros’ unique charm—one of the reasons Skyros Holidays chose the island as the ideal home for retreats fostering personal growth, creativity, and well-being in harmony with nature.
  • Enjoy Free Flights and Savings of Up to £500 per Couple with AmaWaterways (Breaking Travel News 2024-10-11 04:22:29)
    Luxury river cruise line AmaWaterways is offering complimentary flights and savings of up to £250 per person on selected European cruises departing in 2025 and 2026.From Christmas market cruises on the Rhine to wine themed itineraries through the Bordeaux region, there are more than 900 sailings on 24 itineraries on offer. Guest can also choose from 23 luxury ships including the exclusive double-width AmaMagna on the Danube, and the brand new AmaSintra, set to debut on the Douro river next March.
  • Marriott Bonvoy And Aeroplan Launch Expanded Loyalty Partnership (Breaking Travel News 2024-10-11 04:18:20)
    Marriott Bonvoy®, Marriott International’s award-winning travel program – offering the largest portfolio in the industry with more than 30 extraordinary brands and 10,000 global destinations – and Aeroplan, Canada’s leading travel loyalty program run by Canada’s largest airline, Air Canada, have deepened their loyalty partnership, building on a longstanding relationship between two iconic travel brands to offer elevated value and enhanced benefits to travelers.