https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/ en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-09-13T20:56:01+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/world-travel-awards-reveals-middle-east-2026-winners-at-dubai-gala-ceremony/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/world-travel-awards-reveals-middle-east-2026-winners-at-dubai-gala-ceremony/ The Middle East’s leading travel and tourism organisations and destinations have been honoured at a VIP gala ceremony in Dubai. Industry leaders gathered at One&Only One Za’abeel to celebrate the winners of World Travel Awards Middle East Gala Ceremony 2026. Sun, 13 Sep 2026 20:56:01 +0000 Airline, Hotel, Events, Tourism, Organisations & Operators, Spa https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/around-800000-uk-customers-sign-up-as-tui-smiles-rewards-club-goes-live-in/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/around-800000-uk-customers-sign-up-as-tui-smiles-rewards-club-goes-live-in/ TUI has officially launched TUI Smiles Rewards Club for customers in the UK and Ireland, with around 800,000 UK customers signed up and members now able to access live rewards and benefits. The UK&I launch marks the next stage of TUI’s wider global loyalty rollout, first announced by TUI Group earlier this year, and brings TUI Smiles to life for customers with selected holiday savings, TUI Musement discounts, partner offers, interactive games, prizes and enhanced service benefits now available. Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:59:22 +0000 Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uae-minister-of-economy-and-tourism-set-to-officially-open-fhs-world-2026/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uae-minister-of-economy-and-tourism-set-to-officially-open-fhs-world-2026/ Future Hospitality Summit – FHS World 2026 has released its latest line up of government representatives and industry leaders to speak at the Middle East’s largest, most influential hospitality investment event, taking place at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai, 29 September to 1 October 2026. FHS organiser, The Bench, proudly welcomes H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy & Tourism, to its growing speaker list, which features more than 100 of the world’s most respected and knowledgeable leaders in the sector. HE Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri will deliver the opening keynote address titled ‘The UAE Growth Engine: Tourism, Investment and the New Economy. Sun, 13 Sep 2026 09:25:46 +0000 Hotel, Events, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/arabian-travel-market-2026-opens-tomorrow-in-dubai/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/arabian-travel-market-2026-opens-tomorrow-in-dubai/ The 33rd edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) will open tomorrow at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), bringing the travel and tourism community together in Dubai for four days of business, networking, knowledge exchange and collaboration. Taking place from 14–17 September, ATM 2026 comes at an important moment for the global travel industry. After a period of disruption across the sector, this year’s event will provide a platform for destinations, tourism authorities, airlines, hospitality brands, technology companies, buyers, and industry professionals to reconnect, strengthen commercial relationships, and identify opportunities for the next phase of global tourism growth. Sun, 13 Sep 2026 08:51:29 +0000 Events, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finlands-wild-north-becomes-easier-than-ever-to-reach-from-the-uk-this-wint/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finlands-wild-north-becomes-easier-than-ever-to-reach-from-the-uk-this-wint/ Ruka-Kuusamo in Finnish Lapland is one of Europe’s great winter destinations: a place of world-class skiing, husky safaris, reindeer experiences, snowmobile tours, Northern Lights, vast wilderness national parks and Finland’s UNESCO-recognised sauna culture, recently named Outdoor Destination of the Year 2025 by the Scandinavian Outdoor Award. This winter, getting there from the UK is easier than ever before. Sun, 13 Sep 2026 07:22:59 +0000 Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/why-peru-could-be-summer-2027s-biggest-coolcation-destination/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/why-peru-could-be-summer-2027s-biggest-coolcation-destination/ As British travellers increasingly look beyond southern Europe for summer holidays, Peru is emerging as an appealing alternative for those seeking comfortable temperatures, outdoor adventure, culinary delights and cultural discovery. While much of southern Peru enjoys its dry season between May and October, daytime temperatures typically range from 12°C to 20°C, creating ideal conditions for sightseeing, hiking, and wildlife experiences. For travellers looking to swap crowded beaches and soaring temperatures for mountain landscapes, historic cities and authentic cultural encounters, Peru offers a refreshing change of pace. Sun, 13 Sep 2026 07:22:28 +0000 Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-ritz-carlton-yacht-collection-introduces-its-summer-2028-season/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-ritz-carlton-yacht-collection-introduces-its-summer-2028-season/ The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection announced its Summer 2028 European itineraries, featuring 52 voyages aboard Evrima and Ilma across the Mediterranean and Northern Europe. Sailing from late April through October 2028, the season takes guests from the lively coastlines of the Mediterranean to the dramatic fjords and rugged landscapes of Northern Europe, revealing the unique character of each region through thoughtfully paced journeys at sea, balancing unhurried days on board with immersive exploration ashore. Sun, 13 Sep 2026 06:44:44 +0000 Cruise, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-warns-uncapped-uk-tourist-taxes-could-lead-to-fewer-jobs-in-the-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-warns-uncapped-uk-tourist-taxes-could-lead-to-fewer-jobs-in-the-sector/ The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is warning that plans to give mayors in England the power to impose uncapped overnight visitor levies risk making the UK less competitive as a global destination, with higher costs threatening to divert visitors, spending and future investment towards competing markets. Sun, 13 Sep 2026 06:27:20 +0000 Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-leaders-gather-at-oneonly-one-zaabeel-for-world-travel-awards-middle/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-leaders-gather-at-oneonly-one-zaabeel-for-world-travel-awards-middle/ Dubai is preparing to welcome travel and tourism leaders from across the region for the World Travel Awards Middle East Gala Ceremony 2026, taking place at One&Only One Za’abeel today, 13th September. The VIP gala evening will bring together the Middle East’s leading travel, tourism and hospitality brands to celebrate excellence across a wide range of categories, including hotels, airlines, tour operators, destinations and tourism attractions. Sun, 13 Sep 2026 06:19:50 +0000 Hotel, Events, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/malaysia-airlines-deepens-strategic-tourism-partnerships-across-asia-pacifi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/malaysia-airlines-deepens-strategic-tourism-partnerships-across-asia-pacifi/ Malaysia Airlines is deepening its tourism partnerships across Asia-Pacific, reinforcing its role as a catalyst for connectivity and tourism growth. Through partnerships with tourism boards and destination marketing organisations across Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, Taiwan, Singapore, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand and Malaysia, the airline will support joint marketing and promotional initiatives to stimulate travel demand, enhance connectivity and encourage more travellers to explore the region. Sat, 12 Sep 2026 10:10:14 +0000 Airline, Tourism, Organisations & Operators