Day Headlines in Travel News: 2025-09-05

  • Avianca Cargo Mexico, the Airline That Connects Its Customers to More Than 350 Destinations (Breaking Travel News 2025-09-05 17:41:56)
    As part of the launch of its new brand, Avianca Cargo México is consolidating its position as the cargo airline that connects Mexico and the U.S. West Coast to more than 350 destinations worldwide. This network opens the door to key markets across the Americas, Europe and Asia.
  • Falkland Islands Launch ThinkFalklands.com Relocation Platform (Breaking Travel News 2025-09-05 17:36:55)
    The Falkland Islands Government has announced the launch of ThinkFalklands.com, a new relocation platform designed to help professionals and families explore life and career opportunities in the Islands. Combining practical relocation support with authentic stories of those who have already made the move, the platform provides a window into a lifestyle where community, natural beauty, and meaningful work come together.
  • Andamanda Phuket Named to TripBest 2025 Top 100 Family-Friendly Attractions (Breaking Travel News 2025-09-05 17:28:32)
    Phuket, Thailand is world-famous for its beaches, but today it offers travelers much more. At the heart of its new attractions stands Andamanda Phuket Water Park, a destination that has just been recognized with multiple awards: Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice 2025, Trip Best 2025 – Global Top 100 Family-Friendly Attractions. Blending Thai mythology, natural design, and world-class rides, Andamanda has quickly become a must-visit for families, couples, and international travelers.
  • CTO to Launch Groundbreaking Tourism Intelligence Award at SOTIC 2025 (Breaking Travel News 2025-09-05 17:23:16)
    The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) will unveil a landmark regional honor — the Caribbean Tourism Intelligence Award — at this year’s State of the Tourism Industry Conference (SOTIC), underscoring the region’s push toward knowledge-led growth and evidence-based policy.
  • Visit Palm Springs Launches “You Be You” Campaign (Breaking Travel News 2025-09-05 10:23:06)
    isit Palm Springs is proud to announce thelaunch of their newest campaign – “You Be You”, an invitation for travelers to embrace theirauthentic selves in one of the most welcoming and vibrant destinations in the world.
  • Waldorf Astoria New York Reopens Iconic Grand Ballroom (Breaking Travel News 2025-09-05 10:16:58)
    After a full transformation, the legendary hotel is once again welcoming guests, galas, events, and weddings. Its much-anticipated “opening season” continues with the unveiling of luxurious rooms, elevated dining experiences, and state-of-the-art meeting and event spaces, all now available for immediate bookings. Adding to the excitement, the breathtaking Guerlain Wellness Spa is set to open in early fall, offering guests a new sanctuary of relaxation and indulgence.
  • Yntegra Group Breaks Ground on Rosewood Exuma Resort (Breaking Travel News 2025-09-05 10:09:36)
    Yntegra Group, the Miami-based developer, has broken ground on Rosewood Exuma, a private island retreat nestled on East Sampson Cay. Located within the pristine Exuma archipelago just one hour from South Florida, Rosewood Exuma is both exceedingly private yet seamlessly accessible via air and water, with 69 slips for private yachts including two marinas that can support yachts up to 120 feet. The property features 33 bungalows, several perched directly on the beach and each offering views of pink-and-white sands and turquoise waters, alongside access to an extensive array of well-being amenities – all set in a stunning landscape where half the island remains untouched.
  • MGallery Collection Launches Very First Ski Resort in Valmorel (Breaking Travel News 2025-09-05 10:03:40)
    MGallery, a boutique hotel collection within Accor’s luxury division, has announced the arrival of a new property in the French Alps, nestled in the heart of the Valmorel ski resort. Scheduled to open in 2027, this first-class hotel will be the brand’s inaugural mountain retreat, bringing MGallery’s signature character and charm to the slopes for the very first time.
  • Tesla’s Robotaxi App Takes Off—And So Does the Future of Urban Mobility (Breaking Travel News 2025-09-05 09:45:18)
    Tesla has firmly staked its claim in the future of mobility with the public release of its Robotaxi app, which has quickly soared to the No. 1 spot in app downloads—a testament to growing public fascination with autonomous vehicles.
  • Agentic Hotel Distribution: Ride the AI Wave or Wipe Out—the Choice is Yours (Breaking Travel News 2025-09-05 09:45:04)
    The future of hotel distribution is not a mystery. It will either be owned by OTAs or owned by protocols. The choices hotel operators make today—from every global brand to independent inns and three-room B&Bs—will determine whether their businesses thrive or vanish.
  • Accor Announces 2025 Design Award Winners at Maison&Objet (Breaking Travel News 2025-09-05 09:37:44)
    Accor has unveiled the winners of the 9th edition of the Accor Design Awards at the Maison&Objet fair in Paris. This year’s challenge focussed on the Group’s founding brand, Novotel, and its international partnership with WWF France to protect and restore the oceans.
  • World Bank Publishes 20th Air Transport Annual Report Highlighting Global Recovery (Breaking Travel News 2025-09-05 09:25:40)
    The World Bank today released the 20th edition of its Air Transport Annual Report, presenting a comprehensive overview of the global aviation sector’s performance in FY2024 and the Bank’s growing support for emerging and developing countries in advancing safe, sustainable, and resilient air transport systems.
  • WTA’s Latin America Gala Ceremony 2025: Final Preparations in Full Swing (Breaking Travel News 2025-09-05 06:17:33)
    With just over three weeks to go, anticipation is mounting for the Latin America Gala Ceremony 2025, set to take place on 27 September in the vibrant coastal city of Cancún, Mexico. This prestigious event is a highlight of the tourism calendar, bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and influencers from across the region to celebrate excellence in travel and hospitality.
  • The Luxury Collection Arrives in Barbados with the Reopening of Colony Club (Breaking Travel News 2025-09-05 05:43:14)
    Marriott International is proud to announce the grand reopening of Colony Club, a Luxury Collection Resort, Barbados, marking the debut of this iconic property within the prestigious Luxury Collection portfolio inviting global explorers to experience a refined blend of colonial charm and contemporary luxury in one of the Caribbean’s most storied destinations.
  • TUMI DEBUTS “ICONS TESTED” CAMPAIGN STARRING GLOBAL BRAND AMBASSADORS LANDO NORRIS AND NELLY KORDA (Breaking Travel News 2025-09-05 05:40:12)
    Today, international travel, lifestyle, and accessories brand TUMI debuts “Icons Tested”, a bold campaign that explores what it means to be iconic. Told through the lens of McLaren Formula 1 Team Driver Lando Norris and Professional Golfer Nelly Korda, the campaign draws a clear parallel between the discipline, precision, and relentless testing that define their pursuit of excellence—the same rigor that TUMI applies to every design. Just as these athletes are pushed to perform at the highest level, TUMI’s iconic products are engineered to do the same: tested to their limits to ensure uncompromising performance.
  • Choice Hotels International Debuts in Argentina with the Opening of Radisson Blu Bariloche (Breaking Travel News 2025-09-05 05:38:13)
    Choice Hotels International, Inc, one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, has opened the Radisson Blu Bariloche, a modern retreat designed for travelers seeking an elevated experience with access to stunning natural scenery and year-round outdoor adventures. Set along the crystal waters of Lake Nahuel Huapi and among the breathtaking peaks of the Andes Mountains, the property offers a gateway to one of Argentina’s most famed destinations.
  • An Icon Reborn - W New York - Union Square (Breaking Travel News 2025-09-05 05:36:00)
    W Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announces the highly anticipated grand transformation of W New York – Union Square. Following an impressive $100 million reimagination, the iconic 256-room hotel in the heart of New York City now stands as a defining expression of W Hotels, the original luxury lifestyle hospitality brand, reflecting its global evolution across design, culture, and elevated service. With a full room-to-rooftop reinvention, W New York – Union Square reclaims its place as a cultural cornerstone in the city where the brand was born over two decades ago, revolutionizing how the world experiences hospitality and building momentum for a daring new era.
  • International Luxury Hotel Association Announces 16th Annual INSPIRE Conferences (Breaking Travel News 2025-09-05 05:33:54)
    The International Luxury Hotel Association (ILHA) invites the global luxury hospitality community to gather at its annual INSPIRE conferences, the leading global B2B events for luxury hospitality leaders. Now in its 16th year, INSPIRE will host two dynamic gatherings in 2024: Prague, November 12–13 at the Congress Centre of the Czech National Bank, and Las Vegas, December 10–11 at Resorts World Las Vegas.
  • United Resumes Flights to Tel Aviv, Israel from Chicago and Washington D.C. (Breaking Travel News 2025-09-05 05:31:38)
    United today announced plans to resume flights to Tel Aviv, Israel from Chicago O’Hare and Washington Dulles international airports. This marks the first time United has operated these flights since 2023. United offers more flights to Tel Aviv than any other U.S. airline and will be the only airline operating flights between Tel Aviv and both Chicago and Washington D.C. Flights from Chicago begin Nov. 1 and will operate four times per week, and flights from Washington D.C. begin Nov. 2 and will operate three times per week.
  • OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels Makes a Bold, Heartfelt Bet on Family Travel with a Grandparent Guarantee (Breaking Travel News 2025-09-05 05:29:50)
    In honor of National Grandparents Day on September 7, OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels today unveiled The Grandparent Guarantee – the next bold evolution of The OUTRIGGER Promise. Rooted in Hawaiian values and designed for one of today’s fastest-growing family travel movements: skip-gen vacations – where grandparents and grandchildren set out on adventures together – the pledge celebrates kūpuna (elders) and the timeless tradition of strengthening familial bonds.