Day Headlines in Travel News: 2025-03-08

  • Saudi’s Tourism Renaissance: An Exclusive Interview with Fahd Hamidaddin, CEO of the Saudi Authority (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-08 14:55:45)
    Saudi Arabia’s tourism sector is undergoing a transformative journey, positioning the Kingdom as one of the fastest-growing destinations in the world. At the heart of this evolution is Fahd Hamidaddin, the founding CEO of the Saudi Tourism Authority, who is leading the charge in redefining Saudi Arabia’s place on the global tourism map. In an exclusive interview with Breaking Travel News, Hamidaddin shared insights into the Kingdom’s impressive growth, ambitious targets, and unwavering commitment to authenticity and sustainability.
  • Celebrating International Women’s Day: Empowering Women in the Travel Industry (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-08 10:26:55)
    As we celebrate International Women’s Day, it’s an opportune moment to reflect on the progress made towards gender equality, especially within industries like travel and tourism. While significant strides have been made, there remains a notable gender gap, particularly in senior management roles. The travel industry, like many others, has recognized the importance of diversity and inclusivity, yet there is more work to be done to ensure equal opportunities for women in leadership positions.
  • Tweetsie Railroad Opens for the 2025 Season on April 5 (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-08 08:18:12)
    Tweetsie Railroad is gearing up to welcome families back for another season of Wild West Family Fun. The park opens on April 5, and families looking to make the most of their visits can save $10 on a Golden Rail season pass if purchased by March 31.
  • Frontier Airlines Joins JFK Terminal 6 for Operations in 2026 (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-08 08:16:24)
    JFK Millennium Partners (JMP), the company selected by the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey to build and operate John F. Kennedy International Airport’s new world-class Terminal 6 (T6), and ultra-low fare carrier Frontier Airlines, (Nasdaq: ULCC), today announced that Frontier has selected T6 for its future operations at JFK. Frontier joins Air Canada, Aer Lingus, ANA, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Condor, JetBlue Airways, Kuwait Airways, Lufthansa, Norse, and SWISS as the 13th international airline to make T6 its new home at JFK when the terminal opens to passengers in 2026.
  • DCT Abu Dhabi and Etihad Airways Partner to Launch New Abu Dhabi Pass (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-08 08:14:15)
    The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Etihad Airways have today launched the new Abu Dhabi Pass at ITB Berlin, the world’s largest tourism trade fair.The new Abu Dhabi Pass transforms the visitor experience into a fully digital journey, simplifying access to the emirate’s offerings. Etihad passengers will receive an email with a link to access the Abu Dhabi Pass through a dedicated website, with no additional cost or app download required.
  • Emirates introduces retrofitted Boeing 777s to Seoul and London Stansted (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-08 08:11:23)
    Emirates will expand the list of cities served by its refurbished Boeing 777 to Seoul, South Korea starting 14 April* and London Stansted in the UK from 7 May*, as aircraft sporting upgraded cabins roll out of Emirates’ retrofit programme and into scheduled service.
  • IXORA Hotel & Spa Unveils the Ultimate Getaway Experience (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-08 08:09:29)
    IXORA Hotel & Spa is proud to mark the arrival of a new era in Welsh hospitality. Nestled in the picturesque Snowdonia National Park (Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri), IXORA offers a luxurious blend of adventure and relaxation, setting the benchmark for cutting-edge hospitality in the region.
  • Barcelona Marathon 2025: A Record-Breaking Race Through the Iconic Streets of the Catalan Capital (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-08 08:06:13)
    On March 16, Barcelona will host its bigger marathon yet, with a record of 27,000 runners racing through the most emblematic spots. The 46th edition of the Zurich Marató Barcelona 2025 has sold out more than two months in advance, surpassing its previous record of 20,385 participants.