Day Headlines in Travel News: 2025-05-03

  • Jumeirah expands Dubai portfolio with three developments (Breaking Travel News 2025-05-03 07:49:38)
    Jumeirah, a luxury hotel and residence brand, has unveiled plans for three developments in Dubai, including Jumeirah Asora Bay, a hotel and residential complex in La Mer South, and Jumeirah Residences Emirates Towers, a luxury residential project in the city’s business district.The properties are expected to open in the coming years with Jumeirah Asora Bay scheduled for completion in 2029
  • SeaWorld Yas Island in Abu Dhabi has introduced the new SeaSub attraction (Breaking Travel News 2025-05-03 07:21:28)
    SeaWorld Yas Island in Abu Dhabi has introduced the new SeaSub attraction, providing a submersible experience inside its vast, multi-species aquarium.The SeaSub experience allows guests to explore the region’s largest aquarium and learn more about marine life.
  • Biltmore Winery Celebrates 40 Years of Bottling the Spirit of the Estate (Breaking Travel News 2025-05-03 07:17:12)
    Biltmore Winery, located in the heart of Biltmore Estate in the Blue Ridge Mountains, proudly celebrates 40 years of winemaking. Established to reflect George Vanderbilt’s vision for Biltmore Estate and his love of collecting wine, the winery’s conception by his grandson William A.V. Cecil complemented the estate’s agricultural roots and tradition of hospitality. To commemorate the anniversary, the winery released the 40th Anniversary Release Sonoma County Red Blend, with the Biltmore Estate Château Reserve North Carolina Brut Red Sparkling 2022 debuting May 20th both on-site and online.
  • Award-Winning Brand, UNICO Hotel Collection, Launches New Adults-Only All-Inclusive Hotel (Breaking Travel News 2025-05-03 07:11:59)
    UNICO Hotel Collection, leading hospitality brand known for its hyper-local focus, extensive programming, and exceptional F&B announced the launch of UNICO 20°105° Hotel Vallarta, the second hotel in the collection, signaling the start of a robust expansion into new regions across the world. For over seven years, the UNICO brand has worked on providing guests unique experiences rooted in individuality, artisanal practices and a modern take on regional cultures to ensure travelers feel at-home in the world’s most striking locales– Now, UNICO 20°105° Hotel Vallarta will open its doors on September 1.
  • Adventures by Disney Announces Two New European Itineraries for 2026 (Breaking Travel News 2025-05-03 07:10:49)
    Beginning in 2026, guests with an eye for majestic landscapes, a taste for ancient architecture and an affinity for Disney inspirations will have even more ways to experience real-world magic with Adventures by Disney on two, brand-new itineraries – Switzerland, and Greece: Mythology of Athens, Peloponnese & Rhodes – adding to a global portfolio of more than 40 guided-group adventures by land and river cruise.
  • KFC® Teams Up with Benchmark Resorts & Hotels (Breaking Travel News 2025-05-03 07:07:47)
    KFC is teaming up with Benchmark Resorts & Hotels to add the brand’s fan favorite, recently returning menu item, Chicken & Waffles*, to in-room dining menus for Mother’s Day weekend – answering the call of moms across social media for a time and place to rest up and recharge. Moms looking for a solo getaway can book a stay at select properties within the independent hotel collection’s portfolio and treat themselves to brunch-in-bed.
  • STS Travel Announces Spring Break 2026 Bahamas Beach Bash at Breezes Resort & Spa (Breaking Travel News 2025-05-03 07:04:23)
    Student Travel Services (STSTravel.com) is thrilled to launch the Bahamas Spring Break 2026 Beach Bash, happening March 2–27, 2026. This high-energy event offers 4- and 5-night all-inclusive Spring Break packages to Nassau, Bahamas, with both airfare-inclusive and resort-only options available.
  • NOW OPEN: NORTH AMERICA’S LARGEST IMMERSIVE F1® ATTRACTION (Breaking Travel News 2025-05-03 06:59:24)
    North America’s largest Formula 1® attraction is now open at Grand Prix Plaza in Las Vegas. Set within the 39-acre complex housing the state-of-the-art Las Vegas Grand Prix Pit Building, the entertainment destination features 100,000 square feet of immersive experiences: F1® X, a tech-fueled journey through the sport’s past and future; F1® DRIVE, the continent’s only karting set on part of a real F1® circuit; and F1® HUB, featuring racing simulators, dining and the country’s largest F1 store.
  • The St. Regis Cap Cana Resort Ushers in A New Era of Luxury in the Dominican Republic (Breaking Travel News 2025-05-03 06:57:33)
    The St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott International, announces the opening of The St. Regis Cap Cana Resort, marking the brand’s highly anticipated debut in the Dominican Republic. Nestled within the exclusive enclave of Cap Cana, the resort is set along the island’s most coveted stretch of white-sand coastline, an area renowned not only for its world-class golf and pristine beaches, but also for its deep cultural heritage and warm, storied spirit. Inspired by the region’s rich history, vibrant traditions, and breathtaking natural beauty, The St. Regis Cap Cana seamlessly blends timeless luxury with the soul of the Dominican Republic. Set against the backdrop of lush tropical splendor, guests will experience the warmth of Dominican hospitality, the rhythms of its lively music, and the flavors of its celebrated cuisine, all within a setting that redefines elegance and bespoke service in the heart of the Caribbean.