Day Headlines in Travel News: 2025-03-11

  • Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism Signs Strategic Partnership with Amadeus (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-11 08:48:26)
    The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Amadeus, a global leader in travel technology, to facilitate a city wide ecosystem for the rapid prototyping of travel tech solutions, and further enhance Dubai’s capabilities as a leading hub for travel innovation. Building on their well-established collaborative relationship, the two entities will focus on advancing travel technology, enhancing visitor experiences and strengthening Dubai’s tourism ecosystem, creating a platform to build on the record 18.72 million international overnight visitors that came to the city in 2024.
  • Dusit Hotels and Resorts signs to manage Kaliwatu Residences (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-11 07:04:14)
    Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has signed a hotel management agreement with PT Komodo Property Management to manage Kaliwatu Residences – Dusit Collection, an exclusive new luxury retreat in Labuan Bajo, Flores island, one of Indonesia’s fastest-growing tourism destinations. This signing marks Dusit’s first Dusit Collection branded hotel in Indonesia, complementing the success of its subsidiary, Elite Havens—the region’s premier luxury villa rental provider—which already manages properties in Bali and Lombok.
  • TOM KITCHIN BRINGS HIS ‘FROM NATURE TO PLATE’ PHILOSOPHY TO BROWN’S HOTEL (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-11 06:59:33)
    Celebrated Scottish chef, Tom Kitchin, known for his Michelin-starred restaurant The Kitchin in Edinburgh, is bringing his renowned ‘From Nature to Plate’ ethos to London’s iconic Brown’s Hotel. Until May 25th, 2025, guests at the hotel’s Donovan Bar will have the opportunity to indulge in a curated selection of Tom’s seasonal small plates, showcasing the finest local produce Scotland has to offer.
  • JOHNNIE WALKER VAULT OPENS THE DOOR TO A NEW ERA OF LUXURY SCOTCH WHISKY (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-11 06:56:19)
    Pioneering the next chapter in luxury spirits, Johnnie Walker, the world’s leading Scotch Whisky[1], announces the global launch of Johnnie Walker Vault in the brand’s most ambitious expression of blending artistry yet.
  • Explore Southern California This Spring with 20% Off Midweek Travel on Amtrak® Pacific Surfliner® (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-11 06:54:35)
    This spring, the Los Angeles – San Diego – San Luis Obispo (LOSSAN) Rail Corridor Agency invites guests to make the most of midweek travel with 20% off fares on Amtrak® Pacific Surfliner®. From March 11 through April 30, 2025, passengers can enjoy savings on trips taken Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays to 29 stations across Southern California. To take advantage of the 20% midweek discount, travelers can book their trip using promo code V567 at pacificsurfliner.com/save.
  • Marriott Bonvoy Unveils “Points for Points” to Reward Fans During NCAA March Madness (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-11 06:51:03)
    Whether it’s a nerve-racking free throw for one, an effortless jump shot for two, or an iconic buzzer-beater for three — basketball is all about scoring the most points. But for die-hard fans whose rituals are to track every game, it can be an emotional journey, as the team with the most points gets the W.This year, even if your team doesn’t come out on top, you may still be able to put points on the board. To celebrate its ninth year as the Official Hotel Partner of the NCAA® and March Madness, Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s portfolio of hotel brands and experiences, is launching Points for Points to reward 134 lucky Marriott Bonvoy members for every point scored during the 2025 men’s and women’s DI basketball tournaments.
  • Skyros Holidays Celebrates Rich Island Heritage While Honouring Creativity and Inspiration (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-11 06:48:36)
    Skyros Holidays has announced new programmes that pay tribute to the island’s storied past while carrying its creative legacy into the future. Located on Skyros, one of the oldest inhabited Greek islands, Skyros Holidays merges centuries-old cultural traditions with modern courses designed to inspire and transform.
  • Visit Lauderdale Unveils New Winter Brand Campaign, “Break Free” (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-11 06:46:31)
    Visit Lauderdale, the official destination marketing organization (DMO) for Greater Fort Lauderdale has launched an all-new winter brand campaign, “Break Free,” designed to inspire travelers from cold-weather markets to leave the winter chill behind and escape on a warm, exciting South Florida getaway. With engaging visuals that will peak travelers’ curiosity and messaging that plays to their winter wanderlust, the “Break Free” campaign is now live on multiple platforms and will build to a dynamic live mid-March activation in Chicago’s Pioneer Court.
  • Welcome Beyond Has Your 2025 Holiday Needs Taken Care Of (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-11 06:44:24)
    A portfolio offering an eclectic selection of stunning properties, Welcome Beyond, the design-minded accommodation expert, ticks a myriad of boxes to suit your holiday requirements.  From remote cabins in the most northern tip of Norway, to spacious luxe villas in Portugal, to quaint South Tyrolean pensions and chic apartments on the Dalmatian Coast, families, adventurers, couples and solo travellers will find something to tempt them away this year.
  • Spring and Summer Demand for Spanish Adventure Holidays Is Soaring (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-11 06:42:09)
    Latest booking data for the first two months of 2025 clearly shows the British love affair with Spain is in full force, with holidaymakers increasingly opting to explore off the beaten track.Leading independent tour operators are reporting healthy growth in their bookings for experience and adventure holidays with self-guided cycling and hiking itineraries and foodie breaks to Bilbao and Seville in high demand.
  • Grenada Chocolate Fest Returns: A Celebration of Chocolate, Rum & Spices (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-11 06:39:09)
    The rich culinary heritage of Grenada will take centre stage at this year’s Grenada Chocolate Fest, set to take place from May 22-27, 2024. This immersive festival invites visitors to embark on a flavourful journey through Grenada’s finest chocolate, rum, and spices, complemented with a sprinkling of chocolate themed wellness and artistic experiences.
  • Ronan Keating to Perform at Pine Cliffs Resort’s Annual Summer Gala (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-11 06:36:50)
    Pine Cliffs, a Luxury Collection Resort in the Algarve, has announced that Irish singer and songwriter Ronan Keating will be performing at its annual Summer Gala, taking place on 1st August 2025.With a remarkable career spanning over 3 decades and millions of fans worldwide, Ronan is one of the most remarkable names in global pop music.
  • Disneyland Paris Opens La Forêt Secrète Par Jean Imbert at Disneyland Hotel (Breaking Travel News 2025-03-11 06:34:10)
    At the heart of Disneyland Paris, within the iconic Disneyland Hotel, Michelin-starred chef Jean Imbert unveiled his brand-new restaurant La Forêt Secrète par Jean Imbert on Friday, 7th March 2025. A lifelong admirer of Disney stories and Disneyland Paris, Chef Imbert offers an exquisite fine dining experience in an enchanting, forest-inspired setting, where every dish is infused with magic and creativity.