Day Headlines in Travel News: 2026-02-13

  • Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival unveils 2026 lineup (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-13 16:03:07)
    The Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival has officially announced its 2026 lineup with R&B icons Brandy and Monica as headliners.
  • VIDEOS: THINC Middle East 2026 (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-13 14:59:05)
    BTN presents exclusive video interviews from THINC Middle East 2026, featuring influential leaders across hospitality, tourism, investment, and destination development in the Middle East. Industry trailblazers and senior decision-makers share expert insights on hotel performance trends, investment strategies, sustainable growth models, market diversification, and innovative development frameworks shaping the region’s rapidly evolving hospitality landscape.
  • Turkish Airlines Unveils Its 500th Aircraft Featuring a Special Livery of 100,000 Employees (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-13 13:09:25)
    Turkish Airlines, operating one of Europe’s youngest fleets, has reached another significant milestone in its journey that began in 1933 with a modest fleet of five aircraft. Joining the fleet at the end of 2025, the 500th aircraft named ‘TK Family’ was unveiled during a special launch event today by the Turkish flag carrier.
  • Is Your Hotel Management Company Leading with Heart? (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-13 13:07:26)
    Wellness isn’t a perk; it’s essential in hospitality.As a hotel management company, we intentionally promote physical, mental, nutritional, and social well-being because healthy people build healthy hotels. Our commitment is simple, but bold: to cultivate a culture of health, connection, and shared success across all of our hotels.
  • Etihad Reports January 2026 Traffic Statistics (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-13 09:43:15)
    Etihad Airways has released its traffic statistics for January 2026, continuing the strong momentum that defined a record-breaking 2025 and reinforcing its position as one of the fastest-growing airlines in the world.The airline welcomed 2.2 million passengers in January, a 29 per cent increase compared with January 2025, when 1.7 million guests flew with Etihad. Passenger load factor reached 89.9 per cent for the month, up from 89.1 per cent a year earlier, reflecting sustained demand across the network and continued efficiency in capacity management.
  • Emirates expands reach in China through interline partnership with Loong Air (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-13 09:42:15)
    Emirates and Loong Air have signed an interline agreement, increasing Emirates’ footprint in China and offering the airline’s customers access to additional cities beyond its own gateways.Starting immediately, Emirates customers will have access to 22 points across China operated by Loong Air via Hangzhou, Shenzhen and Hong Kong. The cities span several regions across East, Northeast, South, Central, and Southwest China.
  • Travel Compositor launches Dante: Its new AI-based patent to revolutionize contract loading (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-13 08:09:55)
    Spain-based Travel Compositor, a leading provider of booking engine solutions for online leisure travel sellers, part of Travelsoft—the global travel software-as-a-service (SaaS) player whose technologies are used by travel agents and tour operators to package and distribute travel—, announces the launch of Dante, its new AI-based patent to revolutionize content loading.
  • SAUDI ARABIA ANNOUNCES 2026 FUTURE AVIATION FORUM TO CONVENE GLOBAL AVIATION LEADERS (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-13 08:07:53)
    The 2026 Future Aviation Forum will return to Riyadh from 20-22 April, bringing together more than 11,000 global aviation experts and leaders, including ministers, regulators, manufacturers, airlines, and airports. The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) launched the Forum whilst announcing a third consecutive year of record-breaking aviation growth for Saudi Arabia. In 2025, Saudia Arabia carried 140.9 million passengers, up 9.6%, and operated 980,000 flights, an 8.3% percent increase compared with 2024.
  • Opening of the Tuwaiq Sculpture 2026 Exhibition Marks Seventh Edition (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-13 08:04:06)
    The Royal Commission for Riyadh City, through the Riyadh Art Program, has announced the opening of the Tuwaiq Sculpture 2026 Exhibition, showcasing completed artworks from the 7th edition of the annual international Tuwaiq Sculpture Symposium. The exhibition will take place from February 9 to February 22, 2026, on Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Street (Al Tahlia) in Riyadh and is open to the public free of charge.
  • February Brings Flavor, Excitement, and Fiesta at Sunset World Group Hotels (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-13 08:02:26)
    February arrives brimming with traditions, excitement, and memorable experiences at Sunset World Group hotels, where each week transforms into a special celebration designed to pamper both members and guests, combining Mexican culture, entertainment, romance, and festivities.
  • Shanghai Records Surge in Inbound Tourism in 2025, Welcoming Over 9.36 Million Visitors (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-13 08:01:53)
    Shanghai’s tourism market rebounded strongly in 2025, with inbound travel rising sharply throughout the year. The city received 9.3602 million inbound visitors over the year, further cementing its position as a leading gateway for international travelers visiting China.
  • PARKROYAL on Beach Road Reimagines the Global MICE Experience in Singapore (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-13 07:58:13)
    In a world where business events are no longer just about meetings but about meaningful connections and memorable journeys, PARKROYAL on Beach Road is redefining what it means to host international events in Singapore — offering global organisers a destination where world-class facilities, authentic culture and seamless hospitality converge under one roof.
  • The “Field of Light,” an icon of world art in Uluru, celebrates its tenth anniversary (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-13 07:55:36)
    One of the world’s most recognizable large-scale light installations, Bruce Munro’s Field of Light , marks its tenth anniversary in 2026, celebrated with events and collaborations across Australia.
  • 2026’s Biggest Travel Trends - According to Riviera Travel (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-13 07:53:37)
    As tourists head into 2026 with more intention, increased curiosity and less capacity for the mental load of planning a holiday, new data reveals a decisive shift in how people want to explore the world. Riviera Travel’s latest booking insights, drawn from thousands of confirmed bookings and website interactions, shows a rising demand for culturally rich, curated and experience‑led holidays. France, Hungary, Germany and Austria remain among the most‑visited destinations for 2026.
  • Lushescapes launches Meridian One, a Private Boeing 757 World Charter (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-13 07:50:26)
    Dubai has once again set a new benchmark in ultra-luxury travel with the launch of Meridian One by Lushescapes, a fully private, around-the-world journey aboard a chartered Boeing 757, priced at USD 125,000 per guest.Curated by Dubai-based luxury travel house Lushescapes, Meridian One is a 22-night, invitation-only expedition limited to 40 guests, travelling in an all lie-flat configuration across eight countries and five continents. The journey departs Dubai on 29 November and returns on 21 December, positioning the city at the forefront of next-generation, experience-led luxury travel.
  • Abu Dhabi Convention and Exhibition Bureau Hosts Top Travel Buyers and Suppliers at Meetings Arabia (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-13 07:48:39)
    The Abu Dhabi Convention and Exhibition Bureau (ADCEB), part of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, served as host partner for the 14th edition of the Meetings Arabia and Luxury Travel (MALT) Congress on 11 and 12 February.
  • Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort Welcomes New General Manager Frederik Van den Borre (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-13 07:46:17)
    Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort announces the appointment of Frederik Van den Borre as General Manager, effective 15 January 2026.Frederik will oversee the resort’s strategy and day-to-day operations, focusing on enhancing the guest experience, strengthening commercial performance, maintaining brand standards, and supporting team development across the property.
  • Crystal Cove, Barbados, the First Tribute Portfolio All‑Inclusive Resort (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-13 07:43:57)
    Crystal Cove, Barbados, A Tribute Portfolio All-Inclusive Resort, has officially opened on Barbados’ celebrated West Coast, introducing an energizing new take on beachfront leisure. The first all-inclusive resort within the Tribute Portfolio, the 88-room resort offers a fresh take on island living, where spontaneous moments, meaningful connections and effortless relaxation define the experience.
  • TripWorks on Hawaii’s market shake-up: “The reign of the king Is ending (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-13 07:41:57)
    TripWorks today issued commentary on the rapid shifts underway in Hawaiʻi’s tours and activities sector, following several major operators’ recent decisions to reevaluate the systems they’ve relied on for more than a decade. “Over the past few weeks, Hawaii’s tours and activities sector has seen several major operators rethink the systems they’ve relied on for more than a decade.  Those decisions aren’t isolated – they signal a broader shift in how the market evaluates technology, partnerships, and operational control.