Day Headlines in Travel News: 2025-10-31

  • The Brando awarded three Michelin Keys — the highest distinction in global hospitality (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-31 16:59:31)
    The Brando, an exclusive luxury resort on the private atoll of Tetiaroa, has been awarded Three MICHELIN Keys in the 2025 MICHELIN Guide hotel selection — the highest honor recognizing the world’s most outstanding hotels
  • TOURISE Names London as Finalist for Best Food & Culinary and Best Shopping Destination Awards (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-31 16:37:44)
    TOURISE has named London as a finalist for two prestigious awards: Best Food & Culinary Destination and Best Shopping Destination, recognizing the city’s global influence in gastronomy and fashion.
  • Marriott Bonvoy to Launch “Pawssible Journey” Program in Greater China (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-31 05:52:25)
    Marriott Bonvoy, the award-winning travel program from Marriott International, today announced its upcoming “Pawssible Journey” pet-friendly program in Greater China. Centered around three core experiences – “Paw Stay” themed rooms, “Paw Play” immersive social interactions, and “Paw Mart” retail offerings – the program fosters a pet-friendly lifestyle, turning every stay into unforgettable moments for guests and their beloved pets.
  • DOLLY PARTON’S SONGTELLER HOTEL & DOLLY’S LIFE OF MANY COLORS MUSEUM NOW ACCEPTING RESERVATIONS (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-31 05:35:45)
    Reservations are now open for Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel, and pre-sale tickets are available for Dolly’s Life of Many Colors Museum, both opening in June 2026 in downtown Nashville. Housed together under one roof, the hotel and museum will give guests two unique ways to experience the stories behind Dolly’s life and music.
  • IHG Hotels & Resorts partners with Al Ashraaf to expand in Egypt (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-31 05:27:39)
    IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Al Ashraaf Developments to launch Holiday Inn Cairo Al Obour. This 170-key property will be located in Al Obour City, an urban fast-growing destination northeast of Cairo recognised for its connectivity to Cairo International Airport and proximity to large-scale residential, commercial, and industrial developments.
  • The Beach Club, Barbuda Launches Sales for Luxury Homes (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-31 05:20:01)
    The Beach Club, Barbuda, one of the Caribbean’s most anticipated private resort and residential communities in development, is celebrating the official launch of sales for its beachfront real estate offerings: Nobu Beach Inn Residences, The Beach Club Villas and The Beach Club Estates. Set on 400 acres with two miles of pristine shoreline on Barbuda’s picturesque southwest coast, The Beach Club, Barbuda offers buyers the opportunity to own a home on one of the last unspoiled beaches in the Caribbean. Anchored by Nobu Beach Inn, a low-impact, nature-first resort set to be completed in late 2026, The Beach Club, Barbuda will include a collection of private residences and world-class amenities with exceptional service and dining aligned to the globally-recognized Nobu brand.
  • New Four Seasons Residences Coming to Shura Island in Partnership with Red Sea Global (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-31 05:17:51)
    Leading luxury hospitality and branded residential company Four Seasons in partnership with Red Sea Global announce Four Seasons Private Residences Red Sea at Shura Island. Located within The Red Sea, Red Sea Global’s flagship regenerative tourism development, just 75 Four Seasons residences are being released. Comprised of 43 Dune Villas and 32 Waterside Villas, each home will embody elegant design, personalized service, and seamless living on Shura Island.
  • Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea Unveils Festive Paradise (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-31 05:13:59)
    This festive season, Hawaii’s oceanfront five-star, five-diamond Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea transforms into a tropical winter escape with Instagram-worthy installations, trending experiences, and authentic island celebrations that celebrate both holiday tradition and Hawaiian culture.
  • IHG Hotels & Resorts drives further growth in Eastern India (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-31 05:09:18)
    IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with DC Constructions, the construction vertical of Urban Oasis Hospitality, for the development of Holiday Inn Express Siliguri Bagdogra Airport. The 100-key greenfield hotel is scheduled to open in 2028, further strengthening IHG’s presence in Eastern India and expanding the reach of the brand across key travel corridors.
  • Where are they now? Phocuswright’s Hot 25 Travel startups continue to redefine the industry (Breaking Travel News 2025-10-31 05:03:18)
    As the travel industry prepares for the Phocuswright Conference 2025, taking place November 18–20 at the Manchester Grand Hyatt in San Diego, California, Phocuswright revisited the journeys of its Hot 25 Travel Startups 2023 alumni.  Three years on, these companies have not only survived but thrived, validating Phocuswright’s role as the leading authority in identifying the innovators set to disrupt the global travel ecosystem.