Day Headlines in Travel News: 2025-03-09

  • Saudi tourism makes strong impact at ITB Berlin (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-09 07:32:17)
    Saudi tourism has showcased its diverse offerings at ITB Berlin 2025, attracting global audiences with wellness experiences, youth and sports events, reaffirming its commitment to shaping the future of travel.
  • JetBlue and Manchester-Boston Regional Airport Celebrate Growing Presence in New Hampshire (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-09 07:29:56)
    JetBlue and Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT) hosted a vibrant beach party at the base of Loon Mountain in New Hampshire to celebrate JetBlue’s new and growing service out of MHT with three new nonstop flights from Manchester, NH to Florida.
  • IHG Launches Garner Hotels in the UK with Opening of Garner Hotel Preston Samlesbury (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-09 07:26:32)
    IHG Hotels & Resorts has expanded its midscale conversion brand, Garner hotels, into the UK with the opening of Garner Hotel Preston Samlesbury. The hotel, part of IHG’s partnership with NOVUM Hospitality, is designed to offer affordable, comfortable stays with a focus on authentic experiences and human connection. The hotel features stylish rooms, local dining, and meeting spaces for business travelers. With over 117 Garner hotels now operating or in the pipeline, the brand continues to grow in Europe, Turkey, and Italy, offering guests the benefits of the IHG One Rewards program.
  • Four Seasons Hotel Rabat at Kasr Al Bahr Offers a Unique Ramadan Experience (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-09 07:24:33)
    Four Seasons Hotel Rabat at Kasr Al Bahr offers an immersive Ramadan experience that blends authentic Moroccan traditions with exceptional hospitality. Guests can enjoy a special Ftour buffet at Flamme restaurant, featuring a variety of Moroccan and international dishes. Extended evenings at Laila Lounge, a serene stay package, and an Eid brunch mark the hotel’s celebrations for the Holy Month. The hotel offers a peaceful atmosphere where guests can enjoy Moroccan specialties, relaxing entertainment, and an exclusive stay experience, creating a memorable way to celebrate Ramadan.
  • Minister of Tourism Celebrates Women’s Contributions on International Women’s Day (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-09 07:21:34)
    Yesterday, on International Women’s Day, Minister of Tourism, the Hon Edmund Bartlett is saluting the contributions of women in the tourism industry.“On International Women’s Day, I am proud to recognise the exceptional women whose leadership, innovation, and dedication drive our nation’s tourism industry forward. Globally, women are the backbone of our tourism industry, making up the majority of the workforce while increasingly taking on leadership roles that shape the future of travel experiences across our country,” he said.
  • JAL Expands Cargo Network with New Routes and Increased Frequencies for Summer FY2025 (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-09 07:18:44)
    Japan Airlines (JAL) has announced its international cargo freighter schedule for fiscal year 2025, highlighting the addition of a third Boeing 767 freighter and several key route expansions. JAL will begin a new cargo service to Hanoi starting March 30, 2025, increasing its presence in Southeast Asia. The airline will also increase flight frequencies to Hong Kong and Shanghai, and introduce a new round-trip route between Narita and Taipei. JAL continues to enhance its logistics network by integrating freighter and passenger services to meet growing customer demands for transporting essential goods like pharmaceuticals, produce, and chemicals.
  • NH Bangkok Asoke Opens, Expanding NH Hotels & Resorts Presence in Thailand’s Capital (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-09 07:15:50)
    Minor Hotels has announced the latest addition to its NH Hotels & Resorts portfolio with the opening of NH Bangkok Asoke on March 1, 2025. This new property marks the second NH-branded hotel in Thailand’s vibrant capital, following the successful launch of NH Bangkok Sukhumvit Boulevard in October 2024.