Day Headlines in Travel News: 2025-10-26

  • The evolution of Emirates’ iconic Cabin Crew uniform (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-26 08:00:11)
    With heritage in every hemline, the iconic uniform of Emirates cabin crew is instantly recognised as a symbol of the world’s largest international airline, and the Emirates fly better experience. From its inception in 1985 to its current iteration in 2025, the Emirates cabin crew uniform is both evocative and emotive – capturing the glamour of flying with Emirates, and the power of a world-renowned brand.
  • Qatar Airways and Swizz Beatz Launch ‘The Qatar Airways Creative 100’ (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-26 07:53:44)
    In a global first, Qatar Airways has announced a ground-breaking cultural partnership with Grammy Award-winning artist, entrepreneur, and international creative force, Swizz Beatz. The collaboration was unveiled at an event at Art Basel Paris 2025, where Qatar Airways, the World’s Best Airline as voted by Skytrax in 2025, also serves as a Premium Partner across all five of Art Basel’s world leading fairs.
  • Pegasus Airlines and Iberia Sign New Codeshare Agreement (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-26 07:42:34)
    Pegasus Airlines has signed a new codeshare agreement with Iberia, offering passengers more choice and convenience.Through this partnership, Pegasus guests can now travel seamlessly to 13 destinations via Iberia flights from Madrid-Barajas Airport. These include 11 Spanish cities; Málaga, Tenerife (North), Palma de Mallorca, Gran Canaria, Ibiza, A Coruña, Asturias, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, Vigo and Seville, via Madrid, in addition to the routes already served by Pegasus; Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, and Seville. The network also expands to Lisbon in Portugal, and São Paulo in Brazil via Madrid.
  • Hilton on Track to Double Portfolio in China Following 888 Hotel Milestone (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-26 07:40:18)
    Hilton announced the grand opening of Waldorf Astoria Shanghai Qiantan and celebrated its milestone of 888 trading hotels across Greater China and Mongolia. This achievement reinforces Hilton’s position as the largest and fastest-growing international hospitality company in the region with the company on track to double its presence in the region in the coming years.After opening its first hotel in Chinese Mainland in 1988, Hilton has grown its room inventory nearly tenfold in the past 12 years.
  • IATA Statement on UK Government’s Heathrow Expansion Announcement (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-26 07:05:13)
    The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomes the UK Government’s renewed commitment to unlocking economic growth, enhancing global connectivity, and supporting trade and tourism by expanding Heathrow Airport, the country’s primary hub.“The government’s long-term goal to stimulate the economy by expanding global connectivity with a Heathrow expansion is spot on. However, the political haste to move quickly to capture the economic benefit of construction will seriously handicap the UK in the long term if it fails to build something that is affordable.
  • A Sky-High Celebration: Middle East Winners Reception 2025 (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-26 06:52:09)
    This afternoon, Dubai once again takes flight as the Middle East Winners Reception 2025 of the World Travel Awards unfolds high above the city at the stunning Tattu Sky Lounge, perched on Level 81 of Ciel Dubai Marina — the tallest hotel in the world. The mood is refined yet celebratory, with Dubai’s afternoon light cascading across the Marina skyline, setting a golden tone for a gathering that honors the finest in Middle Eastern travel and hospitality.From the moment guests step into Tattu Sky Lounge, the experience feels ethereal. The venue’s signature modern Asian design — a symphony of polished marble, dark woods, and glowing cherry blossom installations — creates an atmosphere both contemporary and timeless. Floor-to-ceiling windows reveal panoramic views stretching to the horizon, making every conversation feel as if it’s happening among the clouds.
  • Conrad Corfu to Open in 2026 in Secluded Seafront Setting (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-26 06:44:02)
    Hilton has announced the signing of Conrad Corfu following a franchise agreement with the Troulis family. Slated to open its doors ahead of the 2026 summer season, the luxury hotel will feature 136 rooms, suites and villas, a 200-metre beachfront and indoor and outdoor heated pools. Managed by Numo Hotels and Resorts, the property will also include a signature Aqua Piazza lagoon, lush, landscaped gardens, three restaurants, two bars, an extensive wellness centre, and open-air cinema and a kids club in collaboration with Worldwide Kids, with a treehouse-like micro village among olive trees and eucalyptus.
  • Hilton Named No. 1 Best Workplace for Women in the U.S. for Seventh Consecutive Year (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-26 06:42:35)
    Hilton has been named the No. 1 Best Workplace for Women in the United States by Fortune and Great Place to Work for the seventh consecutive year, recognizing Hilton’s commitment to building a workplace where women thrive, lead and contribute to the company’s success at every level.
  • Waldorf Astoria Shanghai Qiantan Redefines Modern Luxury on the New Bund (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-26 06:33:10)
    Hilton has announced the opening of Waldorf Astoria Shanghai Qiantan, a landmark addition to the brand’s luxury portfolio in China. The property’s debut marks a significant chapter for Waldorf Astoria in Shanghai, as the third city worldwide to have two Waldorf Astoria properties. Waldorf Astoria Shanghai Qiantan sits on the southern stretch of Shanghai’s new Bund, in the vibrant Qiantan District of Pudong and on the opposite side of the Huangpu River from Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund. Together, the properties underscore the brand’s long-term vision and growing presence in China.
  • Hilton Set to Double Its Presence in Oman with Trio Signing (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-26 06:32:45)
    Hilton has announced the signing of an agreement with The Zubair Corporation to open three hotels in Muscat under the Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, and DoubleTree by Hilton brands – doubling its footprint in the Sultanate. The signings mark the debut of the iconic Waldorf Astoria brand in Oman and underscore Hilton’s plans to diversify its portfolio and deliver trusted hospitality to emerging and established destinations across the region.
  • THE CHARLES HOTEL INTRODUCES THE MONFORTE SUITE (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-26 06:07:29)
    The Charles Hotel, Munich, unveils its newly redesigned Monforte Royal Suite, led by Lady Olga Polizzi, Director of design at Rocco Forte Hotels, in collaboration with Magdalena Onisko.The suite is the largest of the 28 suites at The Charles Hotel and one of three Forte Suites located on the eighth floor. Named after the Italian mountain village of Monforte, overlooking the picturesque Valle di Comino, the ancestral home of the Forte family, the suite offers unique interiors and breathtaking views of Munich.
  • IHG expands Kimpton portfolio with first Austrian signing in partnership with tristar Hotels (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-26 06:06:16)
    IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces the signing of Kimpton Salzburg, in partnership with tristar Austria GmbH. The hotel marks the luxury lifestyle brand’s entry into the Austrian market. Expected to open in mid-2028, Kimpton Salzburg will further enhance IHG’s expanding portfolio of 12* open Kimpton hotels in Europe, and a further six* in development.