https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/ en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-06-29T14:03:52+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eva-air-debuts-the-first-washington-d.c.-to-taipei-nonstop-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eva-air-debuts-the-first-washington-d.c.-to-taipei-nonstop-service/ EVA Air celebrated the launch of its new nonstop service between Washington D.C. and Taipei, marking a significant expansion as the airline’s 10th North American gateway. As the first airline to offer nonstop service between these two cities, the new route represents a key milestone in strengthening connectivity between Taiwan and the U.S. East Coast. A special inaugural ceremony was held at Washington Dulles International Airport to commemorate the milestone and welcome the inaugural flight. Mon, 29 Jun 2026 06:40:22 +0000 Airline, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airasia-move-adds-four-new-direct-airline-partners-in-q2-2026/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airasia-move-adds-four-new-direct-airline-partners-in-q2-2026/ AirAsia MOVE (MOVE), Asia’s leading travel booking app, expanded its global connectivity in the second quarter of 2026 with the addition of four direct airline partners, namely Oman Air, Uzbekistan Airways, FitsAir and Hainan Airlines –  strengthening travel options across the Middle East, Central Asia, South Asia and China, while offering travellers greater choice and seamless access to emerging destinations. Mon, 29 Jun 2026 06:26:28 +0000 Airline https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/avianca-adds-temporary-flights-between-bogota-and-valencia-venezuela/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/avianca-adds-temporary-flights-between-bogota-and-valencia-venezuela/ As part of its efforts to support travel for those affected by the emergency in Venezuela, including their friends, relatives and rescue organizations, Avianca has temporarily opened bookings for flights between Bogotá and Valencia. The flights will initially operate through July 10 and are available at special fares. Service may be extended depending on how the situation develops. Mon, 29 Jun 2026 06:21:44 +0000 Airline, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vietnam-airlines-targets-vnd-138.899-trillion-in-revenue/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vietnam-airlines-targets-vnd-138.899-trillion-in-revenue/ Vietnam Airlines yesterday held its 2026 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders, approving the audited 2025 financial statements, the Board of Directors’ report on 2025 operations, the 2026 business plan, and the development orientation for the year ahead Sun, 28 Jun 2026 09:54:23 +0000 Airline, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/avianca-to-move-operations-to-terminal-4-at-fort-lauderdale-hollywood-inter/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/avianca-to-move-operations-to-terminal-4-at-fort-lauderdale-hollywood-inter/ Avianca announces relocation of its operations at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Terminal 4, supporting the airline’s continued growth in South Florida and enhancing the travel experience for passengers flying between Fort Lauderdale and Latin America. Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:12:22 +0000 Airline, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-india-launches-easy-connect-flights-bringing-the-world-closer-to-every/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-india-launches-easy-connect-flights-bringing-the-world-closer-to-every/ Air India has marked a defining milestone in the Indian aviation industry with the inauguration of its first ‘Easy Connect’ flight under the Government of India’s new hub-and-spoke framework, launching the transformative model aimed at linking the length and breadth of India seamlessly with the world, and vice versa. The inaugural Easy Connect service, flight AI1111, departed Varanasi at 09:23 AM Friday, with international passengers on the flight connecting onward from Delhi to 9 destinations outside of India, such as Dubai, Colombo, Jeddah, Riyadh, Kathmandu, Phuket. Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:37:11 +0000 Airline, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-unveils-its-latest-bulgari-amenity-kits-for-first-and-business-cla/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-unveils-its-latest-bulgari-amenity-kits-for-first-and-business-cla/ Emirates has unveiled its latest collection of luxury Bulgari amenity kits for First and Business Class customers, continuing a partnership with the iconic Italian luxury house that has spanned more than 16 years. The new Spring/Summer collection marks the 18th iteration of Emirates’ exclusive Bulgari amenity kits and will be introduced gradually across select long-haul flight routes throughout the year. Designed to complement Emirates’ latest retrofitted cabin interiors, the collection combines sophisticated aesthetics, premium materials and Bulgari’s most celebrated fragrances, ensuring customers enjoy an elevated inflight experience from take-off to landing. Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:48:47 +0000 Airline, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-epcr-and-the-kolisi-foundation-launch-the-emirates-nourishment-pro/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-epcr-and-the-kolisi-foundation-launch-the-emirates-nourishment-pro/ Emirates, European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR), and the Kolisi Foundation have launched the Emirates Nourishment Programme, a long-term initiative designed to ensure that thousands of children start every school day with a nutritious breakfast, giving them a stronger foundation to learn, develop and thrive. Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:18:18 +0000 Airline, Organisations & Operators, Food & Beverage https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyjet-announces-two-new-routes-from-london-southend-to-lyon-and-sharm-el/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyjet-announces-two-new-routes-from-london-southend-to-lyon-and-sharm-el/ easyJet has announced two new routes between London Southend Airport and Lyon and Sharm el-Sheikh, further strengthening its network and providing customers in Essex and the wider South East with even greater choice for winter travel. Flights are on sale from today, with services to Lyon set to commence on 3 December 2026, operating twice a week on Thursdays and Sundays. Flights to Sharm el-Sheikh will begin on 4 January 2027, operating twice a week on Mondays and Fridays. Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:10:37 +0000 Airline, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/regulator-warns-of-potentially-deadly-threat-posed-by-over-100-million-inco/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/regulator-warns-of-potentially-deadly-threat-posed-by-over-100-million-inco/ Passengers are being told to “pack right for a safe flight”. The UK Civil Aviation Authority is warning passengers that while flying is very safe there is a rising risk from lithium batteries on planes. Rechargeable lithium batteries, such as power banks and vapes, can bring a fire risk that could be uncontrollable if packed in checked baggage. Ahead of the big summer getaway where over 60 million people are expected to be flying, the UK Civil Aviation Authority is telling all passengers to “pack right for a safe flight” by taking their batteries in the cabin with them. Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:08:46 +0000 Airline, Tourism, Organisations & Operators