Day Headlines in Travel News: 2025-12-26

  • Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita — A Rebirth of Spirit, Cuisine, Wellness and Adventure (Breaking Travel News 2025-12-26 07:22:14)
    Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita has reopened after an extensive seven-month transformation, fully reimagined as a living canvas celebrating the natural wonders of Mauritius, the diversity of its culture, and the promise of timeless elegance and island living.Martin Dell, General Manager, says: “Our new story is not simply beginning; it is unfolding with heart, soul and timeless elegance. More than a reopening, this moment marks a purposeful reconnection to the spirit of Mauritius, inviting couples, families and friends to immerse in experiences that blur the line between the inside and out and honour the beauty of our island. With reimagined all-pool villas and residence rentals that draw textures and colours from the island’s beauty, every space becomes an invitation to rest, to explore, to connect, to fall in love with life again. The resort now stands as a living canvas where every moment feels like a story waiting to be told and a memory to be made.”
  • A Year of Recognition: Pan Pacific Singapore Honoured with Multiple International and Local Awards (Breaking Travel News 2025-12-26 07:19:28)
    Pan Pacific Singapore marks an exceptional year in 2025, having garnered a total of 52 international and local awards, in categories spanning business, MICE, luxury, culinary and service, weddings, and sustainability. These prestigious awards acknowledge Pan Pacific Singapore’s unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation within the hospitality industry.
  • Balfour Miami Beach Joins Wyndham’s Registry Collection Hotels (Breaking Travel News 2025-12-26 07:16:55)
    With decades of iconic style and undeniable flair, Balfour Miami Beach makes its grand entrance into Registry Collection Hotels, adding a splash of classic Art Deco cool to the brand’s curated lineup of independent gems. The 82-room South of Fifth landmark is where golden-era glamour meets modern Miami sophistication, ushering in a bold new chapter for one of the city’s most celebrated and beloved destinations.A fixture of South Beach since 1940, the hotel’s history—complete with its pastel facades and terrazzo details—remains at its heart, now radiating a vibrant, modern spirit that feels unmistakably Miami. With its inviting pool terrace, onsite culinary offerings, and breezy social spaces, the hotel captures the playful spirit of the city, just steps from vibrant streets and sun-drenched beaches.
  • IHG Hotels & Resorts signs first Holiday Inn hotel in Nepal’s Sudurpashchim Province (Breaking Travel News 2025-12-26 07:12:06)
    IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Club Chaulani Ltd. to develop Holiday Inn Dhangadhi, a 115-key hotel in Dhangadhi, Nepal. Scheduled to open in Q1 2028, the signing marks IHG’s entry into the Sudurpashchim Province and reflects the company’s strategy to expand its presence in high-potential, underserved markets across South Asia.
  • Avelo Airlines Goes International at Wilmington International Airport with Flights to Punta Cana (Breaking Travel News 2025-12-26 07:10:26)
    Avelo Airlines celebrated its start of international service at Wilmington International Airport (ILM) with nonstop service to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, ILM’s first international route. Avelo is the first and only airline offering nonstop service between ILM and Punta Cana.
  • Thailand welcomes 2026 with countdown celebrations anchored by Phayao and Su-ngai Kolok (Breaking Travel News 2025-12-26 07:09:19)
    Thailand is welcoming the arrival of 2026 with a nationwide programme of countdown celebrations, anchored by two flagship events organised by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) in Phayao and Su-ngai Kolok, alongside a series of TAT-supported festivities across Bangkok and major destinations nationwide.
  • Hundreds of Santas Take to the Slopes for Tamarack Resort’s “Santa Skis Free” Tradition (Breaking Travel News 2025-12-26 07:07:26)
    Tamarack Resort celebrated Christmas Day with its annual Santa Skis Free tradition. Over 100 Santas, elves, and one cheeky grinch filled the slopes for a festive day of skiing, snowboarding, and holiday cheer.