Day Headlines in Travel News: 2026-03-25

  • Banyan Group Enters the United States with Banyan Tree Residences West Palm Beach (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 07:14:13)
    Banyan Group an independent, global hospitality company, in collaboration with Mast Capital and Curated JCZM Development, announces the launch of sales for Banyan Tree Residences West Palm Beach, marking the Group’s entry into the United States with the debut of its flagship Banyan Tree brand and its first residential offering in the market.
  • San José Mineta International Airport Launches AI-Powered IntBot Humanoid Robot (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 07:12:15)
    As the gateway to Silicon Valley, San José Mineta International Airport (SJC) is bringing cutting-edge artificial intelligence directly into the passenger journey. Today, the Airport will debut an interactive AI-powered humanoid robot, named “José,” from local start-up, IntBot. Designed to greet travelers, answer questions and provide real-time information in 50+ languages — José will be stationed at Terminal B, Gate 24 (near Zoom Zone), to help turn one of the region’s busiest public spaces into a live testing ground for emerging technology.
  • Pan Pacific Hotels Group Elevates the Business Events Experience with “Every Meeting Matters” (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 07:10:49)
    Pan Pacific Hotels Group (PPHG) continues its global drive for MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) with the launch of Every Meeting Matters campaign, underscoring its commitment to supporting the evolution of business events in the post-pandemic era.
  • Luxury Childcare Association expands into new destinations with four world class member properties (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 07:04:40)
    Now entering its second year, Luxury Childcare Association (LCA) continues its global growth by welcoming its first member properties in Italy, Fiji, Turkey, and Malaysia. With the addition of Mangia’s Hotels & Resorts, VOMO Island Fiji, D Maris Bay, and Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas, the membership body, from the team behind Worldwide Kids, expands its footprint into four iconic new destinations, taking membership to over 60 renowned family hotels and resorts. Each property has earned its place through a proven dedication to luxury childcare, ranging from thoughtfully designed children’s clubs to bespoke programming for the next generation of travellers.
  • Santani Launches “Masters in Residence” Programme for 10th Anniversary in 2026 (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 07:02:50)
    To mark its 10-year anniversary in 2026, Sri Lanka’s Michelin Key wellness retreat Santani will launch “Masters in Residence”, a year-long programme welcoming globally respected practitioners across wellness, movement, mindfulness and integrative healing to live and work at the retreat throughout the year.
  • Afghanistan introduces new e-visa in tourism drive (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 07:00:22)
    Afghanistan has introduced a new e-visa system, as the nation continues its push to encourage more international visitors.It comes as tourism to the nation continues to grow. Close to 9,000 international tourists visited Afghanistan in 2024 according to the government, with more than 7,000 visiting in the first half of 2025.
  • Viking Announces New Sailing Dates for India River Voyages Through 2029 (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 06:31:39)
    Viking® today announced that new dates for its India river voyages in 2027, 2028 and 2029 are now open for booking. These additional dates include sailings on the Viking Ganges, a new vessel designed specifically for the Brahmaputra River. Currently under construction and scheduled to debut in 2028, the Viking Ganges will join her sister ship, the Viking Brahmaputra, which is set to begin operations in late 2027.
  • Flakes on a Plane (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 06:29:26)
    To celebrate the opening of their new base at Newcastle, easyJet and easyJet holidays have teamed up with Geordie institution Greggs to take sausage rolls to the air as they launch limited-edition Sausage Roll dipping sauces.The weird and wonderful flavours, inspired by new easyJet holiday destinations include a spin on the French classic Tarte Tatin, an original twist on the much-loved Spanish Sangria as well as a Kebab-inspired flavour that delivers a taste of Turkey.
  • HAR*Wired Travel Tech Week Returns June 9–11, 2026 (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 06:26:42)
    Host Agency Reviews (HAR), the go-to resource for travel advisors researching host agencies, consortia, and the tools that power their businesses, is bringing back HAR*Wired: Travel Tech Week, running June 9–11, 2026.HAR*Wired is free and fully virtual, designed specifically for travel advisors and agency owners who want practical ways to work smarter–not just add another shiny tool to the pile. Over three days, HAR*Wired dives into the tech that’s actually changing how advisors operate: AI, automation, cybersecurity, CRMs, marketing systems, booking and payment tools, and the behind-the-scenes workflows that help agencies grow without burning out.
  • LADERA INTRODUCES PRIVATE TREEHOUSE CINEMA EXPERIENCE (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 06:24:27)
    Couples can now enjoy a private night in the rainforest with Ladera Resort’s new Movie Night at the Treehouse experience, ideal for honeymooners, proposals, anniversaries, or just unwinding together beneath the stars. Tucked midway along the Ladera Nature Trail couples will have the treehouse to themselves for a three hour viewing experience, complete with wine, popcorn, and charcuterie.
  • Introducing the United Relax Row: Economy Seats that Transform into a Couch (Breaking Travel News 2026-03-25 06:22:23)
    United Airlines today announced the United Relax RowSM: a set of United Economy seats that can transform into a couch, creating a more comfortable option for customers traveling in the United Economy cabin on long-haul flights. United is the first North American airline to offer this kind of seating option and holds North American exclusivity on the design.