Day Headlines in Travel News: 2026-02-24

  • SriLankan Airlines: Bringing India Closer to Sri Lanka (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-24 13:32:56)
    SriLankan Airlines has long made it a mission to bring India closer to Sri Lanka and the world. With close to 90 weekly flights between the two countries, and more to come, the airline has never been more energised about setting the pace for India’s expanding global footprint. SriLankan proudly counts India as its largest market, accounting for nearly 30% of the airline’s total passenger traffic and 23% of overall visitor arrivals to the island. Building on this momentum, the airline is poised to enhance its India operations this year through targeted strategic initiatives that will strengthen connectivity and reinforce the time-honoured bond between the two nations.
  • Link the remote corners of China by business class private jet (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-24 13:29:11)
    Given the recent news that China will now allow British citizens to travel to the country for up to 30 days without a visa, in order to boost UK tourism to the country, private travel specialist Captain’s Choice’s has planned an Ancient & Remote Wonders of China by Private Jet trip, taking place in September 2026:
  • Etihad Airways Honours Ramadan Traditions Across the Network (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-24 08:30:26)
    Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, brings to life traditional Emirati Ramadan experiences through thoughtful moments across different touch points for guests around the world, celebrating the start of the holy month and inviting guests to share in the rich Emirati culture the airline proudly reflects.
  • Experience Miami Beach Through Iconic Culinary Traditions This Season (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-24 08:02:09)
    In Miami Beach, food is more than a meal — it is a living reflection of the city’s people, art, architecture, and cultural evolution. From historic Cuban diners and Mediterranean seaside tables to Michelin-starred, approachable innovation, Miami Beach invites visitors to experience the destination through its most iconic culinary creations.
  • Japan House London wins Best Visitor Experience category at Cultural Enterprises Awards 2026 (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-24 08:00:18)
    The Visitor Experience Team at Japan House London has won the Best Visitor Experience category at the Cultural Enterprises Awards 2026.Beating off competition from over 1,600 other cultural organizations across the UK, Japan House London was selected by judges at Cultural Enterprises, a trade body for the arts, heritage and cultural sector, for its authentic approach and the respect shown not only to visitors but also to the skills of team members at all levels.
  • VACATIONS BY RAIL® EXPANDS EUROPEAN PORTFOLIO WITH NEW PREMIUM FRANCE & SPAIN RAIL EXPERIENCES (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-24 07:58:32)
    Vacations By Rail®, a premier small group and independent tour operator and the trusted authority on rail, announces an exciting expansion of its 2026 Europe portfolio spotlighting France and Spain. These immersive, rail‑forward journeys highlight world‑class wine regions, iconic cultural centers, and some of Europe’s most scenic routes, inviting travelers to discover old‑world romance, rich gastronomy, and landscapes that inspired the Impressionists, from mountain ranges and rolling vineyards to sun‑washed coastlines.
  • Bellagio Welcomes World-Renowned Alinea for Exclusive Culinary Residency April 16 - May 31 (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-24 07:55:37)
    Alinea, the iconic restaurant helmed by Chef Grant Achatz, continues to celebrate two decades of culinary excellence with a special anniversary collaboration at Bellagio Resort & Casino in Las Vegas April 16 – May 31. For a limited time, Chef Achatz and his team will be in residence at celebrity chef Michael Mina’s eponymous restaurant, offering guests an immersive gastronomic experience paired with the resort’s signature world-class hospitality.
  • Cholan Tours Breaks Industry Barriers with India’s First Women Chauffeur-Driven Tours (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-24 07:53:12)
    One of the most reputable destination management companies in India, Cholan Tours, has announced a pioneering industry initiative, the introduction of professionally trained women chauffeurs to operate multi-day and long-distance tours across India, a first-of-its-kind concept in the Indian tourism sector.
  • Robert Downey Jr. Named Godparent of Disney Adventure (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-24 07:50:26)
    Today, Disney announced Academy Award-winning actor Robert Downey Jr. will be the godparent for the Disney Adventure, the newest and largest ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet. Disney shared the news ahead of the vessel’s maiden voyage next month out of its home port in Singapore.
  • Guillaume Ranvier, the New General Manager of Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo, the Connoisseurs’ Hotel (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-24 07:46:04)
    A seasoned professional in the world of luxury hospitality, Guillaume Ranvier has joined Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo as General Manager. He officially took up his position on January 5, 2026, succeeding Louis Starck, who was appointed General Manager of Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo at the end of last September. With an impressive international career in prestigious hotel establishments, Guillaume Ranvier will now bring his expertise and ultra-luxury experience to one of Monaco’s most iconic hotels. Arriving directly from the Four Seasons Hotel George V in Paris, where he served as Hotel Manager,
  • Indigenous Women Leading Australia’s Cultural Tourism Transformation (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-24 07:43:06)
    Ahead of International Women’s Day on 8 March 2026, Discover Aboriginal Experiences celebrates the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women who lead, teach and nurture culture across Australia – guiding visitors not only through landscapes, but through knowledge systems sustained for more than 65,000 years.
  • Regent Seven Seas Cruises® Reveals an Exclusive New Collection of Enticing Land Programs (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-24 07:41:12)
    Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, the world’s leading ultra-luxury cruise line, has unveiled a new collection of nearly 50 multi-day land programs available pre- and post- sailing in iconic destinations across the globe, including Africa & Arabia, Alaska, Asia, Australia & New Zealand, the Mediterranean & Northern Europe, and North America.Featured on sailings departing in 2026 and beyond, the new collection of immersive pre‑ and post‑land programs spans six of the seven ultra‑luxury ships in The World’s Most Luxurious Fleet®. These curated shoreside experiences cater to the growing desire of combining cruise and land holidays, giving guests the freedom to explore home ports at an unhurried pace and spend more meaningful time immersed in each destination before or after their voyage.
  • Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo Unveils Sakura Season in Nihonbashi — Where Cherry Blossoms Bloom (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-24 07:38:06)
    As cherry blossoms begin to bloom across the city, Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo offers a rare Sakura experience set quite literally at its doorstep. Located just steps from one of Nihonbashi’s most celebrated Sakura-lined avenues, the hotel is surrounded by softly arching cherry trees that transform the neighborhood into a living spring tableau, allowing guests to experience Tokyo’s most poetic season within easy reach of the hotel.
  • Le Méridien Dehradun Resort & Spa Debuts in the Foothills of the Himalayas (Breaking Travel News 2026-02-24 07:35:53)
    Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announced the opening of Le Méridien Dehradun Resort & Spa. Set along the tranquil Nun River, framed by the foothills of the Himalayas, the resort marks the brand’s arrival in Dehradun, an emerging leisure hub and key gateway to some of North India’s most sought-after hill destinations, including Mussoorie, Rishikesh, and Haridwar.