Day Headlines in Travel News: 2024-12-31

  • The Airline Industry in 2024: Trials, Jubilations, and Prospects for 2025 (Breaking Travel News 2024-12-31 07:48:30)
    The year 2024 has been a landmark year for the airline industry, marked by a mix of challenges and triumphs that have shaped the trajectory of global air travel. As the sector rebounds from the turbulence of the pandemic years, new innovations and persistent obstacles continue to define its path forward. Here, we explore the highs and lows of the airline industry in 2024 and offer a glimpse into what 2025 may hold for travelers and stakeholders alike.
  • Introducing The British Airways Club: More ways to earn Tier Points than ever before (Breaking Travel News 2024-12-31 07:45:58)
    British Airways has today announced changes to its loyalty programme, introducing new ways to earn Tier Points to progress through the Tiers.The former British Airways Executive Club will become simply The British Airways Club and will come with a new look and feel. From 1 April 2025, Members can expect:
  • Navigating the Challenges of Travel in 2025: A New Year’s Reflection (Breaking Travel News 2024-12-31 07:38:57)
    As we step into 2025, the travel industry stands at a pivotal juncture. After years of resilience, adaptation, and innovation, the challenges ahead demand a continued commitment to growth, sustainability, and inclusivity. While the future of travel is undeniably bright, the road ahead is not without obstacles.The team at Breaking Travel News takes this moment to reflect on the hurdles the industry faces and extend our warmest wishes for a Happy New Year and safe travels to all our readers and partners around the globe.
  • Sustainability in Travel: A Call to Action for 2025 (Breaking Travel News 2024-12-31 07:36:35)
    As 2024 draws to a close, the travel industry finds itself at a crossroads. The last year has seen both recovery and growth, with tourism and hospitality sectors bouncing back after years of global uncertainty. Yet, as we step into 2025, there is an undeniable truth we must confront: the future of travel cannot simply be about moving forward—it must be about moving forward sustainably.
  • Emirates to introduce additional flights to and from Colombo (Breaking Travel News 2024-12-31 07:28:56)
    Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, will operate an additional scheduled service between Colombo and Dubai, starting from 2 January 2025. The newly-introduced flight, to operate as EK654/655, increases the seat capacity on the route by 30 percent and supports Sri Lanka’s plans to considerably increase tourist arrivals in 2025.
  • New Year, New Discoveries: Save Up to $750 on All 2025 Trips with Grand Circle Corporation (Breaking Travel News 2024-12-31 07:26:22)
    Grand Circle Corporation, the leader in culturally immersive travel for Americans aged 50+, invites travelers to embark on their next great journey with the New Year Savings sale. From December 30, 2024, to January 31, 2025, travelers can save up to $750 per person on all 2025 trips.
  • Hertz Strengthens Executive Team (Breaking Travel News 2024-12-31 07:22:12)
    Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. – one of the leading global car rental companies – today announced two appointments to its leadership team, with Chris Berg joining the company as Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer and Doria Holbrook as Executive Vice President Mobility, effective Jan. 1. Both Berg and Holbrook will report to CEO Gil West.
  • Cora Cora Maldives Celebrates 2024: A Year of Milestones and Memories (Breaking Travel News 2024-12-31 07:20:49)
    As 2024 draws to a close, Cora Cora Maldives, the five-star, multi-award-winning, all-inclusive resort in the pristine Raa Atoll, looks back at the numbers that made the year an unprecedented success. The influx of an impressive 8,852 visitors from 77 different nationalities underscores the resort’s global appeal and its commitment to providing a “Freedom Time” 24/7 experience for all its guests.