Day Headlines in Travel News: 2026-09-16

  • “Galaxy Stars of Gastronomy” Presents Michelin-starred Mastery: 12 Chefs | 24 Glittering Stars (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-16 07:34:36)
    On 20 & 21 November, Galaxy Macau elevates its gastronomic offering with the standout eponymous edition of Galaxy Stars of Gastronomy 2026. The fourth presentation of Galaxy Macau’s large-scale immersive outdoor culinary event will showcase an elite line-up of 12 of the region’s most sought-after culinary masters, deliveringa cumulative 24 Michelin stars. In addition, featuring three prominent mixologists, including this year’s Asia’s 50 Best Bar’s champions. Galaxy Stars of Gastronomy cements its place as Asia’s leading dining destination, and home to some of the region’s most awarded restaurants, chefs and culinary experiences, all under one roof., under one roof.
  • Etihad launches Etihad Escapes to take the journey beyond the flight (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-16 07:31:06)
    Etihad today unveiled Etihad Escapes, a new travel platform that will take the Etihad experience beyond the flight, giving guests an easier way to plan and book more of their journey in one place.Unveiled at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 in Dubai, Etihad Escapes will launch in October, initially allowing guests with an Etihad flight booking to add hotel accommodation directly through Etihad.com.
  • Oktoberfest Returns to Jakarta with Bavarian Cheer at Paulaner Bräuhaus (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-16 07:24:16)
    Oktoberfest, the world’s most renowned beer festival, continues to inspire celebrations far beyond its home in Munich. What began as a royal wedding celebration in 1810 hasevolved into a global cultural phenomenon, with cities around the world embracing its distinctive combination of Bavarian food, beer, music and communal festivities.In Jakarta, Oktoberfest has become an eagerly anticipated annual occasion, with growing interest among locals and international visitors looking to experience the traditions and convivial spirit associated withthe festival.
  • Under the patronage of the UAE President, ADIPEC 2026 to take place in Abu Dhabi (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-16 07:16:19)
    Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, in his capacity as Ruler of Abu Dhabi, ADIPEC 2026 will take place in Abu Dhabi from 2 to 5 November 2026 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. The event will mobilise investment in resilient and intelligent energy systems, with confirmed participation from ministers, CEOs and senior leaders across energy, technology, finance and industry.The event will convene the global energy industry in Abu Dhabi as the world enters a new era of rising energy demand, geopolitical volatility, infrastructure constraints and the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI), underscoring the critical importance of energy security to economic stability and growth.
  • THE PARIS SOCIETY DINING EDIT: THE NEW SEASON IN DUBAI (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-16 07:13:58)
    As Dubai settles back into its dining season, Paris Society returns with a fresh edit of long lunches, new weekly rituals, live music and after-dark plans across its Dubai restaurants.This season, Le Piaf introduces French Nights, Siena adds live music, and Mimi Kakushi moves from weekday lunches and special-edition brunches into late-night jazz. Elsewhere, Maison Revka, XU, Eugène Eugène and Gohan bring new reasons to dine from midday through to late.
  • Marriott International and Someraroad Unveil Plans for The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Brooklyn Heights (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-16 07:11:39)
    Marriott International, Inc. and SomeraRoad, a New York- and Nashville-based opportunistic real estate investment and development firm, today unveiled The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Brooklyn Heights, an exclusive collection of luxury residences that will introduce the legendary service and hospitality of The Ritz-Carlton to Brooklyn.Long regarded as one of New York City’s most sought-after residential neighborhoods, Brooklyn Heights is known for its landmark 19th century architecture, tree-lined streets, and sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline. In the heart of the neighborhood, at 98 Montague Street, sits The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Brooklyn Heights, occupying the former 14-story Renaissance Revival Hotel Bossert, a celebrated landmark in the heart of the neighborhood.
  • Cloudbeds launches RMS with deeper hotel intelligence built on unified data (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-16 07:07:35)
    Cloudbeds, the hospitality management system built for ambitious hoteliers who demand more, today launched Cloudbeds RMS, a new revenue management system that helps hotels make smarter pricing decisions and act on them faster by combining real-time property performance, market intelligence, pricing recommendations and automated rate execution in one connected system.Built on Signals, Cloudbeds’ unified data, Cloudbeds RMS draws on data already flowing across the hotel business rather than treating pricing as an isolated decision. Reservations, booking pace, occupancy, time to arrival, length of stay and channel behavior can be evaluated alongside competitor rates and market demand, giving forecasts and pricing recommendations broader context from the outset.
  • CTO names Beverley Wilson deputy director of research (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-16 07:05:34)
    The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has appointed Guyanese national Beverley Wilson as deputy director of research, strengthening the organization’s capacity to deliver timely, relevant tourism intelligence and support evidence-based decision-making across its member countries.Wilson officially assumed her duties Sept. 1 and will provide technical leadership in tourism statistics, data quality, forecasting and statistical analysis
  • JW Marriott Unveils Plans for The Ocean Cliffs at Dana Point (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-16 07:03:20)
    JW Marriott, part of Marriott International, Inc., and Aimbridge Hospitality today announced plans for a dramatic transformation of its Dana Point resort property, which will debut as The Ocean Cliffs at Dana Point, a JW Marriott Resort. The reimagination will reposition the landmark coastal resort through thoughtfully elevated design, expanded gathering spaces, and enhanced amenities and experiences aligned with JW Marriott’s approach to exceptional hospitality, holistic well-being, and meaningful connection.
  • Minor Hotels Strengthens Southern India Presence with Anantara Jadcherla Hyderabad Resort Signing (Breaking Travel News 2026-09-16 06:57:06)
    Minor Hotels, a global leader in hospitality with more than 640 hotels, resorts, and branded residences across 67 countries, today announced the signing of Anantara Jadcherla Hyderabad Resort, a 37-acre waterfront development in southern India’s Telangana state. Scheduled to open in 2029, the resort is Ashya Group’s first hospitality project.Located outside of Hyderabad, the resort site sits a 60-minute drive from Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (approximately 71 km) and a one-and-a-half-hour drive from the Hyderabad city centre (approximately 90 km), placing it within easy reach of one of India’s fastest-growing metropolitan markets while remaining immersed in an undisturbed, nature-led setting.