Day Headlines in Travel News: 2026-06-13

  • WTM London elevates its tech offering with the launch of WTM Travel Tech (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-13 08:07:36)
    WTM London, the world’s most influential travel and tourism event, is launching WTM Travel Tech for 2026, a major co-located event intended to capitalise on not only the importance of technology in travel but also the growing number of exhibitors, buyers and visitors interested in technology.
  • Anguilla Tourist Board Unveils “Taste. Feel. Live.” Summer Campaign And Launches New Xcape App (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-13 08:06:49)
    The Anguilla Tourist Board (ATB) has officially launched its 2026 Summer Campaign, “Anguilla: Taste. Feel. Live.”, alongside the introduction of the innovative Xcape App, marking a significant step forward in the destination’s efforts to enhance visitor engagement, strengthen destination awareness, and position Anguilla as a year-round Caribbean destination.
  • Hotel Arts Barcelona Offers Skyline Suites Framing the Newly Completed Towers of Sagrada Família (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-13 08:03:55)
    In celebration of the completion of one of the most eagerly anticipated milestones in Gaudí’s architectural vision — the central towers of the Sagrada Familia — Hotel Arts Barcelona invites guests to experience one of the city’s most extraordinary new vantage points, sweeping views of Antoni Gaudí’s masterpiece from the hotel’s reimagined Skyline Suites.
  • Small Luxury Hotels of the World™ Expands Partnership with Mews (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-13 08:02:31)
    Mews, the operating system for hospitality, has been selected as a preferred property management system (PMS) partner for Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH), expanding its existing collaboration beyond Europe into additional regions including the Americas and APAC.
  • Dhawa Ihuru Unveils New Island Escapes for Divers and Families (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-13 07:58:06)
    Surrounded by one of the Maldives’ most vibrant house reefs and just 25 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport, Dhawa Ihuru introduces two thoughtfully curated offers designed to bring guests closer to the island’s extraordinary marine world and relaxed pace of life.
  • DISCOVER A SLOWER SIDE OF SUMMER AT AL MAHA, A LUXURY COLLECTION DESERT RESORT & SPA (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-13 07:33:40)
    Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa unveils a curated summer programme of staycations, Father’s Day celebrations, executive retreats and day escapes set within the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve.Just 45 minutes from Dubai, the resort combines Bedouin heritage, exceptional dining and outdoor experiences within one of the UAE’s most remarkable natural landscapes. From wildlife encounters and cultural discoveries to wellness-led escapes, the season’s offerings invite guests to embrace a slower pace of summer surrounded by rolling dunes and native wildlife.
  • CTO and TEMPO Networks Strengthen 20-Year Collaboration to Amplify Caribbean Tourism (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-13 06:49:53)
    The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) and TEMPO Networks announced a strategic partnership designed to amplify Caribbean tourism, culture, events and storytelling through expanded digital, social media and broadcast collaboration across CTO initiatives and member destinations.
  • Never miss a match! Emirates screens FIFA World Cup 26™ live on flights via Sport 24 (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-13 06:47:26)
    Emirates will screen every match of the FIFA World Cup 26™ onboard its flights, via its dedicated live sports channel – Sport 24 on ice.Ensuring that Emirates customers don’t miss a moment and enjoy of the one of the most watched sporting events in the world - Sport24 on ice is offering the full schedule of matches onboard. Bringing together fans from every nation and creating moments that transcend borders, passengers can follow the action live at 40,000 feet, ensuring they never miss a goal, a celebration, or a defining moment of the competition.
  • The Bhutan International Travel Mart 2026 (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-13 06:43:21)
    The Bhutan Department of Tourism, in partnership with the Association of Bhutanese Tour Operators (ABTO), officially launched the inaugural Bhutan International Travel Mart (BITM) 2026 on 11 June, bringing together international travel buyers, tour operators, hoteliers and tourism stakeholders from around the world.Held from 11–13 June, the three-day event marks an important step in Bhutan’s efforts to strengthen its position as one of the world’s leading high-value tourism destinations. BITM features business-to-business appointments, destination showcases, networking events, industry discussions and familiarisation experiences designed to connect international buyers with Bhutanese tourism suppliers.