Day Headlines in Travel News: 2025-10-08

  • 600,000 Visitors and US$750 Million by 2030 from Canadian Market, says Bartlett (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-08 12:27:38)
    Minister of Tourism, Honourable Edmund Bartlett, has set bold new targets for the Canadian market, aiming to welcome 600,000 Canadian visitors annually and generate US$750 million in tourism earnings by 2030. This ambitious goal comes as the destination experiences a significant 22% increase in Canadian airlift capacity for the upcoming winter season.
  • Aeroitalia expands Navitaire technology partnership (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-08 10:04:47)
    Aeroitalia is extending its collaboration with Navitaire, an Amadeus company, with plans to deploy a suite of advanced solutions aimed at simplifying operations and enhancing customer experience
  • Daily non-stop flights between Hong Kong and Changsha mark Cathay’s continued network growth (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-08 05:35:35)
    The Cathay Group has announced the launch of daily non-stop flights between Hong Kong and Changsha, beginning November 4, 2025. The new service marks the airline group’s fifth Chinese Mainland destination added this year, expanding its network in the region to 24 cities.
  • Rome alone! Women can feel safe visiting the Eternal City solo this autumn and Christmas (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-08 05:33:23)
    Rome is Europe’s second most visited city and one that women can feel particularly safe visiting alone, particularly if they stay in one of the many welcoming monastery and convent-owned guest houses in the city, says a leading travel expert.
  • How Delta’s Two Decades with Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) Are Fueling Hope (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-08 05:29:41)
    Delta Air Lines is marking its centennial year with a powerful reminder of its commitment beyond aviation — a two-decade partnership with the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF). Throughout October, the airline is painting its skies pink in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, uniting employees, customers, and survivors in the fight against breast cancer.
  • Travelport and Air Canada Partner to Deliver Richer Content and Personalized Offers (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-08 05:27:26)
    Air Canada has taken a bold step forward in its digital transformation journey by making its complete range of New Distribution Capability (NDC) content available through Travelport+, the modern retailing platform used by thousands of travel agencies and travel management companies around the globe. This new milestone expands Air Canada’s retailing reach and ensures that its best, fully retail-ready content can now be seamlessly accessed, searched, compared, and booked by travel advisors in multiple regions, enhancing the airline’s ability to deliver tailored experiences to its customers.
  • How the Maldives Is Building Its Profile as a Global Superyacht Haven (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-08 05:23:59)
    Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has launched its first-ever Super Yacht Promotion Campaign, running from September through December 2025, as part of a bold effort to establish the Maldives as one of the world’s premier luxury yacht destinations. The initiative specifically targets high-net-worth individuals traveling on private and chartered superyachts, highlighting the Maldives’ pristine turquoise waters, rich marine biodiversity, and personalized luxury experiences that cater to yacht owners, captains, charterers, and brokers. By positioning itself as both a rival to Monaco’s prestige and a vital stop along Asia’s emerging yachting routes, the Maldives is redefining its place on the map as an exclusive destination on the modern-day Spice Route.
  • Andrea Ferrandi takes charge of Four Seasons’ kitchens (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-08 05:22:46)
    Four Seasons Hotel Seattle has welcomed Andrea Ferrandi as its new Executive Chef, marking an exciting new chapter for the luxury property’s culinary program. With more than 15 years of experience at Four Seasons destinations across Europe, the Caribbean, and the Pacific, Ferrandi now takes on his first role in the Pacific Northwest, overseeing all culinary operations including Goldfinch Tavern in partnership with Ethan Stowell, INFINITY pool + bar, catering and events, and in-room dining.
  • Explore the Timeless Trails of Corfu and Albania on a New Seven Day Tour With Island Hopping (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-08 05:18:27)
    Discover the ancient history, stunning landscapes and vibrant culture of the Eastern Mediterranean on a new seven day hiking adventure in Greece and Albania with Island Hopping.Beginning in the ancient city of Corfu, uncovering its rich history and culture, before crossing into Albania to marvel at natural wonders, hike through centuries of history and take in aquamarine beaches.
  • La Baia Paris Launched This September, Bringing Coastal Glamour to the Golden Triangle (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-08 05:16:42)
    This September, Paris gets a splash of coastal sunshine and charm with the launch of La Baia Paris, by Bulldozer Hospitality Group.Promising to bring the sun-soaked elegance of the Amalfi Coast to one of the most Romantic cities in the world, in the heart of the French capital’s Golden Triangle.After successful launches, in some of the world’s best dining destinations such as London, Dubai and New York, La Baia will soon land in Paris, promising an unforgettable Mediterranean escape. Guests can expect chic interiors and candle lit evenings, vibrant Italian music and cuisine that sings of summer by the sea.
  • World Aviation Festival 2025: Day 1 highlights (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-08 05:14:10)
    World Aviation Festival 2025, the global stage for aviation innovation, strategy and transformation, took off yesterday in Lisbon.Until October 9th, more than 4,500 global leaders from across the aviation industry will gather at the Feira Internacional de Lisboa, while over 600 speakers, including CEOs and other C-Level executives of the biggest aviation players, will share their expertise on stage. Visitors will also be able to meet and learn about the latest developments in aviation from more than 400 travel tech companies in the exhibition area.In the more than 85 sessions celebrated on the first day of the event, speakers have covered topics including artificial intelligence, sustainability, digital transformation, cybersecurity, regulation, diversity, disruption management, and loyalty programmes.
  • Egypt’s hotel scene enters a new era with Minor Hotels and SUNRISE Resorts & Cruises (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-08 05:13:31)
    Egypt’s tourism sector is poised for a major evolution as Minor Hotels and SUNRISE Resorts & Cruises announced a landmark joint venture that will reshape the country’s luxury and lifestyle hospitality landscape. The agreement, signed in the presence of Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sherif Fathi, reflects strong international confidence in Egypt’s tourism growth and underscores the government’s commitment to Vision 2030.
  • Dubrovnik Autumn 2025: WorldSkills, Good Food Festival, FOODravanje Street Food Festival & More (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-08 05:10:06)
    Bathed in the golden light of the Adriatic and framed by ancient stone walls that have witnessed centuries of history, Dubrovnik is preparing to add a new chapter to its story—not as a backdrop for tourists chasing sunsets or Game of Thrones pilgrims, but as the stage for a global conversation on the future of skills. From 12 to 17 October 2025, the city’s cobbled streets and sea-view conference halls will welcome more than 400 international leaders, educators, and innovators for the WorldSkills General Assembly, transforming one of Europe’s most coveted tourist destinations into a global hub where the future of vocational education and training (TVET) will be debated and shaped, merging Dubrovnik’s timeless charm with a forward-looking agenda that could redefine how young people everywhere learn, work, and thrive.