Day Headlines in Travel News: 2025-07-09

  • Emirates A350 debuts in Dammam (Breaking Travel News 2025-07-09 07:09:35)
    Emirates has officially launched regular A350 operations to Dammam, making it Emirates’ first destination in Saudi Arabia to be served by the all-new Airbus A350.The Emirates A350 will operate on flight EK 827 which takes off from Dubai at 7:30 am and arrives in Dammam at 7:50 am. The return flight, EK 828, departs Dammam at 9:20 am and lands in Dubai at 11:45 am. *
  • Emirates Inaugurates Japan’s First Dedicated Travel Store in Osaka (Breaking Travel News 2025-07-09 05:06:11)
    Emirates officially opened its Japan’s first dedicated travel store in Osaka yesterday, bringing its signature hospitality even closer to customers in the Kansai region.The opening ceremony was commemorated by Nabil Sultan, Executive Vice President – Passenger Sales and Country Management at Emirates, in the presence of Mr. Hirofumi Yoshimura, Governor of Osaka Prefecture and H.E. Shihab Alfaheem, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United Arab Emirates to Japan. They were joined by Emirates’ senior management as well as distinguished guests and media partners.
  • FOUR NEW SPACES OFFERING ENDLESS WAYS TO ESCAPE REVEALED ON CELEBRITY XCEL (Breaking Travel News 2025-07-09 04:52:45)
    Celebrity Cruises reveals four brand new venues, creating even more ways to restore and explore while on vacation on Celebrity XcelSM. Guests can make the most of every moment on board Celebrity’s latest ship with new experiences that make the journey just as exciting as the destination, including an enhanced poolside paradise, an arcade lounge under neon lights, and new spa experiences to unwind in style. Plus, Celebrity’s first-ever Celebrity Flagship store will immerse guests in the vacation brand’s journey of innovation and offer custom mementos to cherish for years to come.
  • Munich Becomes Air Arabia’s Newest European Destination from Sharjah (Breaking Travel News 2025-07-09 04:42:17)
    Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator, has announced the launch of its latest route connecting Sharjah with the German city of Munich. Starting December 15, 2025, the new non-stop service will connect Sharjah International Airport and Munich International Airport with daily non-stop flights, offering travelers convenient and affordable travel options between the UAE and one of Europe’s leading economic and cultural hubs.
  • Marella Cruises launches All Inclusive Cruise Calculator (Breaking Travel News 2025-07-09 04:36:30)
    Research by Marella Cruises, TUI UK&I’s ocean cruise line, has revealed that over 60% of the nation is planning a summer holiday abroad this year, yet the cost of living is on the nation’s mind as one in five (20%) of Brits admit it’s stopping them booking an abroad getaway.To help savvy travellers get the best bang for their buck this summer, Marella Cruises has introduced theAll Inclusive Cruise Calculatorshowing the value of going all-inclusive and the savings that can be made. The ocean cruise line’s free tool reveals the cost of sailing with the cruise line, showcasing the savings from booking an all-inclusive offering to everything included.
  • WTTC Calls for Smarter Tourism Management as Destinations Face Pressure (Breaking Travel News 2025-07-09 04:29:46)
    As Travel & Tourism enters the height of the summer season, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has today launched a new report calling for a more balanced approach to managing tourism in popular destinations.While overcrowding is often seen as a tourism problem, many of the real pressures come from deeper issues such as underinvestment in infrastructure, poor planning, and fragmented decision-making. These challenges affect both residents and visitors and need joined-up solutions.Travel & Tourism supports one in every 10 jobs and nearly 10% of global GDP and is set to support one in three new jobs over the next decade. When managed well, it also fosters cultural exchange, global understanding, and environmental protection. But without smart planning, the benefits it brings could be at risk.
  • SICILY’S EMERGING BLUE ZONE INSPIRES A NEW LONGEVITY PROGRAMME AT VERDURA RESORT (Breaking Travel News 2025-07-09 04:20:53)
    Verdura Resort, a Rocco Forte Hotel, has announced a new Longevity Programme at its award-winning Irene Forte Spa, inspired by remarkable scientific research revealing a longevity hotspot in Sicily’s Sicani Mountains.The small mountain community of Caltabellotta has been identified as an emerging Blue Zone by Professor Gianni Pes, a pioneer of Blue Zone research, together with leading biogerontologist Professor Calogero Caruso.
  • Hilton’s Iconic Flagship Brand Debuts In Turin City Centre (Breaking Travel News 2025-07-09 04:12:04)
    Hilton announces the opening of Hilton Turin Centre, Hilton’s latest addition under its flagship brand. Perfectly positioned in the historic heart of the Piedmontese capital, the property is well suited for both business and leisure travellers, boasting a brand-new spa and wellness area, an elegant lobby bar, an executive lounge and a refined restaurant serving a range of authentic Italian and regional cuisines.
  • Where Sunday Never Ends: The Sundays and Olympic Class Sailing Debut at Hamilton Island Race Week (Breaking Travel News 2025-07-09 04:08:06)
    Front-row seats of the racing from a superyacht. Josh Niland on the menu. MECCA COSMETICA SPF in your beach bag. The Sundays – Hamilton Island’s new boutique hotel - brings a fresh take on Race Week.Designed to capture the spirit of a long, lazy Sunday — every day of the week — The Sundays opened to acclaim in April 2025 earning praise for its refined coastal aesthetic and relaxed island sensibility. At its heart is Catseye Pool Club, the hotel’s signature restaurant led by acclaimed culinary duo Josh and Julie Niland.
  • Lucid Air Grand Touring Wins GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ Title with 1,205 kilometers on a Single Charge (Breaking Travel News 2025-07-09 04:06:58)
    Lucid Group, Inc, maker of the world’s most advanced electric vehicles, set a new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for the longest journey by an electric car on a single charge last weekend. Covering an incredible range of 1,205 kilometers (~ 749 miles) without charging, the Lucid Air Grand Touring1 conducted its record-breaking journey between St. Moritz, Switzerland and Munich, Germany, including alpine roads, highways, and secondary roads. Lucid exceeded the previous record for the longest journey of 1,045 kilometers set in June 2025 by 160 kilometers.
  • New Orleans & Company Partners With Mindtrip To Help Visitors Experience The Perfect Getaway (Breaking Travel News 2025-07-09 04:04:21)
    Mindtrip, an AI-powered platform that empowers everyone to travel differently, today announced a B2B partnership with New Orleans & Company to transform the DMO’s inspiring content into personalized and actionable trip plans for visitors. From the lively sounds of jazz in the French Quarter to absorbing stunning Creole architecture, mouthwatering cuisine, and captivating celebrations, Mindtrip for Business will integrate into neworleans.com, generating custom, end-to-end itineraries — connecting visitors to local businesses and making exploration across the city both exciting and instantly tangible based on personalized traveler interests.