Day Headlines in Travel News: 2025-12-30

  • Hyatt Regency Nha Trang Opens as the First Hyatt Hotel on Vietnam’s Vibrant South-Central Coast (Breaking Travel News 2025-12-30 08:56:35)
    Hyatt Hotels Corporation today announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Nha Trang, a beachfront retreat in the vibrant coastal city of south-central Vietnam. Set against scenic white sandy beaches and offering rich culinary experiences, the property marks a milestone in Hyatt’s expansion in Vietnam as the first Hyatt-branded hotel in Nha Trang.
  • The St. Regis Red Sea Resort and Nujuma, a Ritz Carlton Reserve (Breaking Travel News 2025-12-30 08:46:31)
    From January’s mindful reset to March’s World Sleep Day rituals, June’s wellness celebrations, and October’s culinary showcases, The St. Regis Red Sea Resort and Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, invite guests on a purposeful journey through the seasons. Whether it’s Easter island-hopping, Valentine’s escapes, summer gastronomy, or star-filled nights, each month offers a unique opportunity to rediscover nature, culture, and personalised luxury in Saudi Arabia’s most exclusive island resorts.With untouched natural surroundings, distinctive architecture, rich marine biodiversity, and world-class hospitality, both resorts are redefining luxury travel on the Red Sea for 2026.
  • Global Showjumping Elite to Compete at the UAE President Cup Showjumping (Breaking Travel News 2025-12-30 08:44:19)
    This January, Abu Dhabi will take centre stage on the global sporting calendar as Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club (ADEC) hosts the UAE President’s Cup International Showjumping from 7–11 January 2026, delivering five days of elite competition, curated entertainment, and elevated lifestyle experiences.
  • SLOVAKIA TRAVEL: Where winter slows down (Breaking Travel News 2025-12-30 08:41:01)
    A journey defined by silence, the scent of snow-covered forests, sweeping mountain views, and the steady rhythm of your own breath – this is cross-country skiing. For it´s devoted followers, it is far more than a sport. Along seemingly endless trails stretching from the Little Carpathians to the majestic Tatras, skiers become part of the landscape, discovering nature’s quiet beauty and a rare sense of harmony.Widely regarded as one of the healthiest winter activities, cross-country skiing engages the entire body, builds endurance and offers a deeply immersive outdoor experience.
  • 2026 World Cup Schedule Released: Fans Urged to Book Travel Early for the Biggest Tournament Ever (Breaking Travel News 2025-12-30 08:39:04)
    Roadtrips, a leader in premium sports travel experiences, is offering custom-designed 2026 FIFA World Cup™ travel packages that allow soccer fans to focus on the excitement of the matches while leaving the complex logistics to the experts.This will be the largest World Cup in history, with a record 48 teams featuring the sport’s brightest stars playing 104 matches in 16 host cities across the United States, Canada and Mexico. The tournament starts on June 11 and ends with the championship on July 19 at MetLife Stadium, just outside New York City.
  • Central Holidays Unveils New “South Africa & Beyond” Travel Brochure (Breaking Travel News 2025-12-30 08:37:05)
    Central Holidays, the award-winning travel brand, celebrated for its destination expertise and signature affordable-luxury experiences, proudly announces the launch of its new “South Africa & Beyond” Travel Brochure. This informative tool showcases thoughtfully customized travel ideas across Southern and Eastern Africa, designed to align with travelers’ interests while supporting sustainable tourism and meaningful community engagement. Featuring expertly curated programs throughout South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe, the brochure invites travelers to experience iconic wildlife, dramatic landscapes, and vibrant cultures through responsible travel practices, locally rooted partnerships, and world-class hospitality that gives back to the destinations it celebrates.
  • BTN caught up with Bobby Carey and Tom Hogan of Studio Ryecroft (Breaking Travel News 2025-12-30 08:26:04)
    BTN caught up with Bobby Carey and Tom Hogan of Studio Ryecroft , a globally recognised hospitality leader with over 25 years of experience, Bobby has created and delivered some of the world’s most celebrated luxury bar and restaurant concepts. Tom’s career spans 20 years, from bartending in acclaimed venues in Chicago to creating and directing some of the most distinguished hospitality projects across Asia-Pacific, so who better to discuss interesting trends the team are seeing in their international travels and consulting projects.
  • Fans expected to travel in record numbers for 2026’s mega-events (Breaking Travel News 2025-12-30 08:24:55)
    Travelers aren’t just attending events – they’re building entire trips around them. Arival’s new report, The Event-Driven Traveler, reveals that fandom – whether for a sport, artist, or performance – is a major motivator for travel, especially among younger audiences.  With global fan-based events such as the World Cup, Ariana Grande’s upcoming tour, and the 2026 Winter Olympics on the horizon, passion-driven travel is set to accelerate even further.
  • Raffles Bali Launches Heliport, Redefining Seamless Travel and Sky-high Discoveries (Breaking Travel News 2025-12-30 08:21:22)
    Raffles Bali is pleased to announce the introduction of its private heliport, a new facility designed solely to offer in-house guests a graceful and effortless way to explore the island from above. Situated within the resort’s tranquil 23-hectare estate, the heliport began operations in late 2025 and reflects the resort’s ongoing commitment to creating meaningful pathways for exploration and ease of travel.