https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/ en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-11-13T11:45:02+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/strong-industry-demand-sets-the-stage-for-a-successful-debut-of-new-itb-ame/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/strong-industry-demand-sets-the-stage-for-a-successful-debut-of-new-itb-ame/ More than 4,000 professional attendees, over 300 exhibiting companies from 61 countries, around 10,000 pre-scheduled business meetings and qualified buyers from over 40 countries came together at Expo Guadalajara, underscoring the strong demand for a dedicated B2B marketplace connecting the travel markets of the Americas. The inaugural event combined high-quality business encounters, international networking and forward-looking industry discussions. ITB Americas will return to Guadalajara from 16–18 November 2027. Fri, 13 Nov 2026 11:45:02 +0000 Events, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hong-kong-gourmet-month-follows-the-successful-hong-kong-wine-dine-festival/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hong-kong-gourmet-month-follows-the-successful-hong-kong-wine-dine-festival/ Throughout November 2026, Hong Kong Gourmet Month is bringing together more than 400 restaurants, bars and food and beverage outlets across the city, inviting visitors to explore the diverse culinary scene through exclusive menus, special offers and unique dining experiences. Organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), the month-long celebration follows the successful Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival, which recorded more than 171,000 visits from 29 October to 1 November. Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:46:53 +0000 Events, Tourism, Organisations & Operators, Food & Beverage https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/myconian-collection-sponsors-the-fia-intercontinental-drifting-cup-2026/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/myconian-collection-sponsors-the-fia-intercontinental-drifting-cup-2026/ Myconian Collection is supporting the Hellenic Motor Sport Federation (OMAE) as it brings the FIA Intercontinental Drifting Cup to Greece for the first time. Taking place at Serres Circuit on 13–15 November 2026, the competition will showcase the country’s capacity to host major sporting events and draw international attention beyond the summer tourism season. Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:44:44 +0000 Hotel, Events, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-skywards-launches-miles-more-rewarding-with-rewards-for-every-fami/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-skywards-launches-miles-more-rewarding-with-rewards-for-every-fami/ Emirates Skywards, the award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai, has unveiled ‘Miles More Rewarding’, a new global campaign highlighting how members can earn and spend Miles across everyday life in Dubai, travel and shared experiences. A morning coffee for mum, a shopping spree for the kids, a football match for dad, or a family holiday everyone can look forward to. Whatever their interests, Emirates Skywards has a way to make it more rewarding. Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:38:40 +0000 Airline https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sharon-horgan-introduces-aer-lingus-to-an-american-audience-as-the-irish-ai/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sharon-horgan-introduces-aer-lingus-to-an-american-audience-as-the-irish-ai/ Aer Lingus has teamed up with iconic Irish actor, writer and producer Sharon Horgan to launch a new brand campaign in the US.  The ad playfully addresses the challenges the Aer Lingus name presents for the brand in America, with Horgan suggesting a simple, literal alternative: ‘The Irish Airline’. In the ad, Sharon meets the Aer Lingus team to discuss how the airline can make a bigger impression in North America. She helpfully points out that while Lingus may mean fleet in Irish, Americans often think it’s something else entirely. Her advice is simple: call Aer Lingus what it is, ‘The Irish Airline’. Fri, 13 Nov 2026 08:54:58 +0000 Airline, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/onyx-hospitality-group-unveils-plans-for-amari-samui-resort-and-villas/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/onyx-hospitality-group-unveils-plans-for-amari-samui-resort-and-villas/ ONYX Hospitality Group, a leading hospitality management company in Asia Pacific, announced the development of Amari Samui Resort and Villas, an exclusive extension of Amari Koh Samui on the shores of one of Thailand’s most celebrated island destinations. The project marks another milestone in the Group’s strategy of thoughtfully expanding its premium resort portfolio and creating distinctive guest experiences. Representing an investment of more than THB 700 million, the project will add more than 65 beachfront suites and private pool villas designed for travellers who seek more space, greater privacy and a heightened sense of exclusivity. Scheduled to open in 2029, the new resort will complement the established facilities and services of Amari Koh Samui, offering a refined expression of contemporary island living. Fri, 13 Nov 2026 08:41:23 +0000 Hotel, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/from-vision-to-delivery-new-openings-underscore-confidence-in-saudis-touris/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/from-vision-to-delivery-new-openings-underscore-confidence-in-saudis-touris/ Hospitality development across Saudi continues to advance. From the Saudi Red Sea Coast to Riyadh, Jeddah, Diriyah and AlUla, new resorts are opening, major destination projects are reaching key milestones, and internationally recognized hotel brands are expanding their presence. More than 50 international hotel brands now operate or are expanding across the country, while the hospitality pipeline is expected to add more than 200,000 hotel keys by 2030. In 2026 alone, several landmark hospitality projects welcomed their first guests, including new luxury resorts at AMAALA and along the Saudi Red Sea coast, alongside major additions in Riyadh and Jeddah. Together, these openings mark an important new chapter in the evolution of Saudi’s tourism landscape. AMAALA Moves From Vision to Reality Fri, 13 Nov 2026 08:35:48 +0000 Hotel, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marriott-bonvoys-cyber-week-sale-turns-one-week-of-deals-into-five-months-o/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marriott-bonvoys-cyber-week-sale-turns-one-week-of-deals-into-five-months-o/ This year, Marriott Bonvoy® is creating more opportunities for travelers to experience the trips that matter most with its longest Cyber Week Sale travel window yet, offering five months to explore, reconnect, and get away. Marriott Bonvoy members who book the offer through the Marriott Bonvoy App can save 25% on stays from November 29, 2026, through May 2, 2027, making it easier to plan everything from long weekend trips with family to spring getaways centered on food, culture, and unforgettable experiences. Fri, 13 Nov 2026 08:02:50 +0000 Hotel, Events, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/more-than-meetings-the-people-and-connections-behind-ibtm-world/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/more-than-meetings-the-people-and-connections-behind-ibtm-world/ Bringing the global meetings and events industry together has always been about more than just doing business. Ahead of IBTM World, which begins in less than a week at Fira de Barcelona, we ask attendees what makes in-person connections so important, from building a sense of community and strengthening relationships to sparking unexpected conversations and fresh ideas. Fri, 13 Nov 2026 07:59:48 +0000 Events, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/exclusive-btn-qa-with-lucy-buckmaster-nautica-collective/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/exclusive-btn-qa-with-lucy-buckmaster-nautica-collective/ In this Breaking Travel News Q&A, we speak with Lucy Buckmaster about the story behind Nautica Collective, exploring the vision, inspiration and ambition that brought the brand to life. We discover what sets the collective apart, the experiences it seeks to create and its plans for the future in an evolving travel and hospitality landscape. Fri, 13 Nov 2026 07:47:56 +0000 Organisations & Operators