Day Headlines in Travel News: 2026-06-22

  • MANDARIN ORIENTAL INTRODUCES ITS NEW RESORT –  MANDARIN ORIENTAL PUNTA NEGRA, MALLORCA (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-22 07:54:18)
    Mandarin Oriental is delighted to introduce Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra, Mallorca, welcoming its first guests this month. This exquisite transformation on the island’s coveted southwest coastline in Calvià is near the elegant Puerto Portals, an exclusive marina known for prestigious regattas, fine dining and luxury brands. This is the third property in Spain, following Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona and Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid. To celebrate the opening, the resort’s team has put together a special Be the First to Stay accommodation package.
  • ROBERT DE NIRO UNVEILS FIRST NOBU RESIDENCES IN EGYPT AS PART OF NOBU HOSPITALITY’S EXPANSION (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-22 07:44:19)
    Nobu, the globally recognised luxury lifestyle brand, and leading Egyptian real estate developer SODIC welcomed international media, industry leaders and VIP guests to Nobu Hotel London Portman Square on 19 June. The event, hosted by SODIC General Manager Ayman Amer, and Nobu founders Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, alongside CEO Trevor Horwell offered guests an exclusive first look at Nobu Hotel and Nobu Residences North Coast, which will anchor SODIC’s visionary OGAMI development on Egypt’s Mediterranean coastline.
  • KERTEN HOSPITALITY EXPANDS AWARD-WINNING JOONTOS BRAND WITH OPENING IN KUWAIT (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-22 07:30:48)
    Global lifestyle hospitality group, Kerten Hospitality, has announced the opening of Joontos at Ray Hotel by Cloud 7 in Mangaf, Kuwait, marking the next chapter in the growth of one of the Group’s most celebrated culinary concepts.Following the success of the original Joontos at Dar Tantora The House Hotel in AlUla, Saudi Arabia - which earned a prestigious Bib Gourmand distinction in the inaugural Michelin Guide Saudi Arabia 2025 - the new opening brings the brand’s philosophy of connection, craftsmanship and shared dining experiences to a new audience on the Arabian Gulf.
  • SUMMER TAKES ON A DIFFERENT RHYTHM AT OUR HABITAS ALULA (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-22 07:26:18)
    This summer, Our Habitas AlUla invites travellers to experience a different kind of seasonal escape with A Summer Getaway, a thoughtfully curated offering designed to showcase the beauty of AlUla through connection, exploration and immersive desert experiences. Available from SAR 1,800 per night, the offer combines family-friendly experiences, wellbeing activities and outdoor adventures set against the dramatic backdrop of Ashar Valley.
  • Playa de Palma expands MICE offering with new Aubamar Convention Center (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-22 07:16:50)
    The brand new 5* Aubamar Palma Resort has unveiled the Aubamar Convention Center in Playa de Palma, strengthening Mallorca’s growing appeal as a year-round destination for meetings, incentives, conferences and events.The newly built venue combines contemporary design with flexible event space and can accommodate up to 270 delegates in a theatre-style or a more intimate board meeting setting. Located less than ten minu
  • Groupe GM introduces Floral Street’s first-ever exclusive hotel line (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-22 07:08:21)
    Groupe GM, the global leader in premium guest amenities, proudly announces the first-ever exclusive hotel line in partnership with the independent British fragrance brand Floral Street. Leveraging Groupe GM’s global hospitality expertise and Floral Street’s bold, fresh, and sustainability-driven spirit, this innovative hotel amenity line will create a memorable and uplifting experience.Redefining modern perfumery with authenticity and purpose
  • Business Travel Show Europe to return to London this week (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-22 07:01:37)
    Business Travel Show Europe, the largest corporate travel event in the region, is returning to London this week with two jam-packed days of meetings, content and networking
  • HOTEL ETIQUETTE: BRITS SPILL THEIR DARK STAY SECRETS (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-22 06:18:22)
    From breakfast buffet ‘jumpers’ to being rowdy in the hallways, Brits are lifting the lid on their hotel habits – and it turns out, we’re not always on our best behaviour.A new hotel etiquette study* commissioned by Hotels.com® reveals that while nearly 40% of us think hotel etiquette might be slipping, we still like to believe we’re doing our bit, with 90% of Brits convinced they’re the perfect house guest away from home.
  • GRAND MILLENNIUM HOTEL DUBAI INTRODUCES ZAYA: Dubai’s First Hotel AI Influencer (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-22 05:45:02)
    Grand Millennium Hotel Dubai has made history as the first hotel in Dubai to launch its own AI influencer. Her name is Zaya, and she is unlike anything the city’s hospitality scene has seen before. Not a chatbot, not a virtual assistant, not an algorithm answering queries—Zaya is a fully realised AI persona whose sole purpose is to live, explore, and share the Grand Millennium Dubai experience with the world.
  • Gabriel Escarrer strengthens his digital leadership as one of the most influential business figures (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-22 05:41:39)
    Gabriel Escarrer, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Meliá Hotels International, has been recognised as one of Spain’s most influential business leaders on LinkedIn, according to the recent study published by LinkedIn and Good Rebels on the activity of CEOs and chairmen of major companies on the professional network.The “2nd Study on the Culture of Connection: Chairmen and CEOs Leading the Conversation”, carried out by the Movimiento Nexo initiative, ranks Gabriel Escarrer as the highest-rated executive in the travel and hospitality sector, with a score of 38 out of 45 — the highest across all profiles and sectors analysed in the country.
  • Hyatt Strengthens Italy Presence, Announces Three Openings (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-22 05:38:35)
    Hyatt Hotels Corporation today reaffirmed its commitment to expanding its portfolio in Italy with three new hotel openings. The three planned hotels will add 428 rooms and suites in Italy, one of Europe’s most important travel markets where WTTC forecasts international visitor spending will reach an all-time high of €78 billion by 2035[1]. Hyatt currently offers 170 hotels in Europe across 19 brands, including six hotels across five brands in Italy, with properties in Milan, Venice, Rome, Florence and Sardinia. Since 2019, Hyatt has quadrupled the number of rooms in its Italian portfolio and continues to grow, with more than 40 hotels set to open across Europe in the coming years.
  • Swedish debut for Hotel Indigo by IHG with latest signing in Stockholm (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-22 05:36:50)
    IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces the signing of Hotel Indigo Stockholm – Kvarnholmen in Sweden. Developed by Kvarnholmen Utveckling (KUAB) - a joint venture between Peab and JM - the property will be leased and operated by 1912 Hotels under a franchise agreement with IHG. The signing marks the first Hotel Indigo in Sweden and strengthens IHG’s growing Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio across Northern Europe.
  • Ruby Makes Scandinavian Debut as Ruby Frida Opens in Sweden’s Capital (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-22 05:32:20)
    Ruby opens Ruby Frida in Stockholm. It is the brand’s first property in Sweden and an electric new addition to its ever-growing global portfolio. Located in the vibrant Stockholm district of Kungsholmen near Fridhemsplan, inspired by the city’s influential music heritage and the creative spirit of the swinging sixties, the 187-room hotel introduces Ruby’s signature character-rich, design-led approach to one of Stockholm’s most connected and fast evolving areas. Ruby Frida combines dynamic social spaces, a design concept deeply connected to Stockholm’s cultural pulse, a 24 serving cocktails and barista coffee, and an effortless guest experience designed around what cosmopolitan travellers value most.
  • Hilton Partners with Big Brothers Big Sisters to Open Doors of Opportunity Across America (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-22 05:28:41)
    Hilton has long believed travel can do more than take someone somewhere new: it can expand perspectives, build confidence and open doors to new experiences, opportunities and connections. For many young people, a first trip or new travel experience can change not only how they see the world, but how they see themselves in it. To help create more of those possibilities, Hilton and the Hilton Global Foundation today announced a new nationwide partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA) designed to provide young people access to mentorship, exposure to career paths in hospitality and transformative travel experiences.
  • Motto by Hilton Opens First Hotel in Brazil With the Debut of Motto by Hilton Recife Antigo (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-22 05:23:06)
    Hilton, in partnership with REVPAR INCORPORTAÇÕES and MUV Empreendimentos and Atlantica Hospitality International, opened Motto by Hilton Recife Antigo, marking the debut of the lifestyle brand in Brazil. Designed for travelers seeking to immerse themselves in the heart of the destination, the 132-room property also represents Hilton’s entry into Recife, affectionately known as the “Venice of Brazil” for its picturesque canals, colorful colonial architecture, and vibrant cultural traditions.
  • AIR INDIA EXPRESS LAUNCHES DIRECT FLIGHTS FROM NAVI MUMBAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO ABUDHABI (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-22 05:16:43)
    Air India Express today announced the launch of direct flights between Navi Mumbai International Airport and Abu Dhabi, becoming the first airline to operate international services from Maharashtra’s newest airport. The new route provides travellers across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region with a second gateway to the UAE, enhancing accessibility, convenience, and travel choice.Flights will operate from 15 July 2026, with an initial frequency of two weekly services, scaling to three weekly flights from 29 July 2026. Bookings for these flights are now open on the airline’s website, airindiaexpress.com, mobile app, and other major booking channels.
  • Shangri-La Group Debuts ‘Dragonbeat’ with Resounding Success (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-22 05:11:36)
    Shangri-La Group (“Shangri-La” or the “Group”), title sponsor of the Shangri-La Stanley International Dragon Boat Championships, successfully presented its inaugural Dragon Boat Festival programme, Dragonbeat, yesterday at Stanley Main Beach. Blending sport, culture, gastronomy and entertainment, the programme featured the highly anticipated dragon boat races, the Shangri-La Taste of Hong Kong Food Fair, and the debut Dragonbeat After Party. Delivered through the Group’s signature Asian hospitality, the day offered a rich and multi-layered Dragon Boat Festival experience for the community and visitors alike.
  • Victoria Golf Resort & Spa, Managed by Accor Launches Summer 2026 Programme (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-22 05:07:13)
    The Algarve is more accessible than ever, with direct flights from London, Manchester, Dublin and major European cities. United Airlines has also resumed its seasonal summer non-stop service between Newark and Faro, operating four times weekly and providing direct access to the region for North American travellers.Victoria Golf Resort & Spa, Managed by Accor is located just 30 minutes from Faro International Airport, in an exclusive area of Vilamoura overlooking The Els Club Vilamoura golf course. For the summer season, the resort has introduced a collection of new experiences for both guests and local residents.
  • EL AL Launches EL AL Travel – A New Travel Platform (Breaking Travel News 2026-06-22 04:59:58)
    Through the new travel platform, EL AL customers can book hotels outside of Israel, redeem Points for hotel bookings, and earn Matmid Points and Diamonds with every purchase.The new platform is part of a broader initiative designed to support EL AL customers throughout their entire journey – from the flight, to accommodation, and soon, to attractions around the world.EL AL is launching EL AL Travel – a new digital platform on the EL AL website for booking hotels outside of Israel. This marks the first step in a comprehensive strategic initiative to develop new growth engines and accompany customers throughout every stage of their vacation. The new platform enhances the travel experience beyond the flight itself, offering a full range of services, including hotel bookings at attractive prices, with the option to redeem Matmid Points, alongside earning Matmid Points and Diamonds on every booking.