Day Headlines in Travel News: 2025-10-20

  • Amadeus Cytric launches global Prime Partner Program (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-20 13:11:21)
    Amadeus Cytric has launched its global Prime Partner Program, an initiative designed to acknowledge and empower the diverse contributions of its partners across the business travel ecosystem
  • WTM London to convene largest number of global leaders at this year’s Ministers’ Summit (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-20 10:01:36)
    Key global decision makers are set to converge for WTM London’s Ministers’ Summit this November, traditionally the world’s largest annual gathering of tourism leaders, each year.
  • Fairmont Amman earns one MICHELIN Key in inaugural global hotel selection (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-20 09:52:42)
    Fairmont Amman, part of Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, is proud to announce it has been awarded one MICHELIN Key in the first-ever global MICHELIN Guide Hotel Selection — a new international benchmark celebrating the world’s most exceptional hotels.
  • BTN Interviews Eddy Tannous, Chief Operating Officer at Rotana (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-20 08:57:44)
    In this pre-FHS World 2025 interview, Eddy Tannous, Chief Operating Officer at Rotana, reflects on the industry’s transformation from real estate-driven investment to experience-led value creation, where brand strength, operational agility, and technology define success. He identifies people, technology, and sustainability as the three forces shaping hospitality’s future, emphasising Rotana’s focus on leadership development, digital innovation through AI-powered Rotana.com, and eco-conscious partnerships with Ecolab and Stella Hospitality. At FHS World 2025 in Dubai, Tannous will speak on rebuilding the hospitality workforce, highlighting how empowering people and fostering belonging drive long-term excellence. He looks forward to connecting with peers and exchanging ideas that fuel innovation and responsible growth across the region.
  • BTN Interviews Maya Ziadeh, Chief Development Officer, Premium Midscale & Economy at Accor (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-20 08:49:40)
    In this pre-FHS World 2025 interview, Maya Ziadeh, Chief Development Officer, Premium Midscale & Economy at Accor for the Middle East, Africa, and Turkey, discusses the rise of midscale hotels as a major force reshaping hospitality investment. Driven by rising construction costs, emerging markets, and evolving traveller expectations, the segment now serves as a growth engine aligned with national visions and investor priorities. Ziadeh highlights Accor’s landmark partnership with BinDawood Investment, adding over 3,000 keys across Makkah, Madinah, and Jeddah, as an example of scalable expansion. At FHS World 2025, she will explore how adaptability, authenticity, and agile execution are defining hospitality’s next chapter while celebrating the industry’s collaboration, innovation, and momentum.
  • BTN Interviews Sultan Bader Al-Otaibi, Chief Executive Officer, Taiba Investments (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-20 08:47:44)
    In this pre-FHS World 2025 interview, Sultan Bader Al-Otaibi, CEO of Taiba Investments, reflects on how hospitality has evolved from service delivery to experience creation, driven by purpose, culture, and innovation. Inspired by Saudi Vision 2030, Taiba’s Forward Hospitality model blends technology, sustainability, and authentic Saudi warmth to create meaningful, human-centered experiences. Looking ahead, he sees the industry shaped by sustainability, innovation, and connection, with the challenge of ensuring technology enhances, rather than replaces, humanity. At FHS World 2025, Al-Otaibi aims to highlight Taiba’s transformative projects—Rixos Obhur Jeddah, Makarem Burj Al Madinah, and Crowne Plaza Al Takassousi—which embody the renewed spirit and authenticity of Saudi hospitality.
  • GO7 launches Marketing Triggers with Klaviyo to unlock new revenue opportunities for airlines (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-20 07:15:46)
    GO7, the growth platform for airlines, has joined forces with Klaviyo, the B2C CRM, to launch Marketing Triggers – a marketing automation solution built specifically for aviation.Marketing Triggers integrates directly with the GO7 ecosystem and adapts Klaviyo’s powerful data-driven automation capabilities to the airline customer journey. The solution enables airlines to engage travellers at every stage of their journey – from pre-booking to post-trip – with personalized, behavior-based interactions that drive measurable revenue.
  • A Night of Triumph for Vietnamese Tourism (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-20 06:45:44)
    In a dazzling celebration of excellence, Vietravel—Vietnam’s pioneering travel company—shone brightly at the Asia & Oceania Gala Ceremony of the 2025 World Travel Awards, where it proudly claimed the title of Asia’s Leading Tour Operator 2025. The announcement drew thunderous applause, marking not only a defining achievement for Vietravel but also a moment of immense pride for Vietnam’s tourism industry as a whole.For over two decades, Vietravel has been a trusted name for travellers seeking authentic and enriching experiences across Asia and beyond. This year’s win reaffirmed the company’s leadership in crafting journeys that blend discovery, culture, and comfort—an achievement that resonates deeply in an era where travellers crave meaningful connections with the destinations they visit.
  • A Cultural Crown for Vietnam’s Northern Highlands (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-20 06:41:03)
    The breathtaking Dong Van Karst Plateau UNESCO Global Geopark in Tuyên Quang, Vietnam, has achieved a remarkable milestone. At the prestigious Asia & Oceania Gala Ceremony of the 2025 World Travel Awards, the geopark was named Asia’s Leading Regional Cultural Destination 2025—a well-deserved recognition of its cultural richness, geological significance, and dedication to sustainable tourism.As the announcement echoed through the gala hall, representatives from Vietnam stood tall with pride. For them, this was more than an accolade; it was an acknowledgment of years of careful stewardship—of a land where culture and nature intertwine, where every stone, terrace, and smile tells a centuries-old story.
  • Moxy Hotels Debuts in Mexico’s Bohemian Paradise (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-20 06:24:00)
    Moxy Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, proudly announces the opening of Moxy Tulum, marking a pivotal moment in Marriott International’s growth strategy for the Caribbean and Latin America. As the first Moxy property in the region, Moxy Tulum introduces a fresh, youthful energy to CALA’s hospitality landscape—catering to a new generation of travelers seeking immersive, design-forward experiences.
  • Loews Hotels & Co Partners with Cozy Earth to Launch Exclusive Lounge Set and Pop-Up Experiences (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-20 06:22:40)
    Loews Hotels & Co, the leading brand in refined hospitality, today announces an exclusive partnership with Cozy Earth, the premium lifestyle brand known for elevated comfort essentials. Together, the two brands are unveiling a limited-edition Cozy Earth x Loews Hotels Lounge Set, available for purchase online and through curated events hosted at Loews properties.
  • GET READY FOR ENDLESS ENTERTAINMENT ON CELEBRITY XCEL (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-20 06:20:46)
    When Celebrity Xcel sets sail in November, guests will be immersed in all-new entertainment experiences, featuring the most resident performers delivering the greatest variety ever offered by the vacation brand. With three brand-new theatre productions, two interactive club shows, music experiences, elevated high-energy dance parties, interactive activities and endless surprises in between, every moment onboard is designed to spark connection and delight from morning to night.
  • KAYAK INTRODUCES AI MODE: CONVERSATIONAL TRAVEL SEARCH, JUST IN TIME FOR HOLIDAY PLANNING (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-20 06:18:32)
    KAYAK, the world’s leading travel search engine, has launched AI Mode, a natural-language search experience that combines KAYAK’s data with ChatGPT to deliver smarter, contextual results, right from the home page. KAYAK is the first major travel site to let users plan complete trips by typing questions directly into a search box.
  • FONTAINEBLEAU MIAMI BEACH ANNOUNCES NEW YEAR’S EVE 2026 PERFORMANCE BY GRAMMY®-WINNER DAVID GUETTA (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-20 06:15:17)
    Fontainebleau Miami Beach, the iconic luxury resort spanning 20 acres of prime oceanfront in the heart of Miami Beach, will ring in 2026 with one of South Florida’s most anticipated New Year’s Eve celebrations, welcoming chart-topping DJ David Guetta on Wednesday, December 31. Guetta will take over the resort’s renowned oceanfront poolscape, leading the crowd in a virtual ball drop and countdown to the New Year. Guests will enjoy spectacular live entertainment, premium dining, open-bar experiences, and family-friendly festivities.
  • The Elf on the Shelf® is Home for the Holidays at Beaches® Resorts (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-20 06:12:57)
    The holidays are set to shine even brighter in the Caribbean as Beaches Resorts welcomes back The Elf on the Shelf Scout Elf™ for another season of festive fun. Starting November 28, families can bask in all-new surprises, including the debut of The Elf on the Shelf Caribbean Vacation Suite, where North Pole sparkle meets island flair. As the Official Caribbean Vacation of The Elf on the Shelf, Beaches Resorts in Jamaica and Turks and Caicos will be brimming with Scout Elf-approved experiences all season long, from festive holiday parties to cozy storytimes, merry movie nights under the stars, and countless magical moments for the whole family to enjoy.
  • Global Wellness Summit Unveils Packed 3-Day Agenda for 2025 Conference in Dubai, November 18-21 (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-20 06:09:23)
    The Global Wellness SummitTM (GWS), the most influential conference for the multitrillion-dollar wellness industry, has released the full agenda for its 19th annual conference taking place November 18-21 at the Mandarin Oriental in Downtown Dubai.
  • One Coast, Limitless Adventure: Florida’s Space Coast Offers Fun for All (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-20 06:07:49)
    A 2024 survey found that over 60% of travelers say the range and quality of local activities are key when determining their destinations. Those travelers must have had Florida’s Space Coast in mind, where there is never a shortage of things to do, making it an ideal vacation destination for all.
  • Coastal Mississippi Announces 2025 Winter Events (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-20 06:04:17)
    This holiday season, travelers are invited to experience the beauty of winter on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, where festive lights sparkle against the 62 miles of shoreline, making it the perfect destination for families, couples, and holiday adventurers and cherished traditions come alive. From Thanksgiving to New Year’s Eve, Coastal Mississippi offers a calendar full of events that make it the perfect destination for families, couples, and holiday adventurers alike.