https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/ en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-09-09T09:20:22+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/soho-ranch-house-sonoma-leads-a-wave-of-notable-new-hotels-slated-to-open-a/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/soho-ranch-house-sonoma-leads-a-wave-of-notable-new-hotels-slated-to-open-a/ A new vintage of accommodations is on the horizon in Sonoma County, California, led by the announcement that Soho House will be debuting Soho Ranch House Sonoma in 2027. Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:20:22 +0000 Hotel, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/miral-and-warner-bros.-discovery-global-experiences-reveal-harry-potter-the/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/miral-and-warner-bros.-discovery-global-experiences-reveal-harry-potter-the/ Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi, in partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences, has announced the addition of three new Harry Potter–themed lands at the region’s largest indoor theme park, Warner Bros. World™  Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:04:07 +0000 Tourism https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/safari-comes-naturally-at-the-reopened-andbeyond-phinda-vlei-lodge/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/safari-comes-naturally-at-the-reopened-andbeyond-phinda-vlei-lodge/ Following a complete reimagining, andBeyond Phinda Vlei Lodge reopened in July 2026 as a new expression of one of Phinda’s most intimate safari lodges. Set between rare sand forest and a wildliferich wetland known locally as a vlei, the lodge lies within the 29,866-hectare (73,800-acre) andBeyond Phinda Private Game Reserve in KwaZulu-Natal, offering a different rhythm of safari. Here, wildlife, people and moments are naturally drawn together. With just six Suites, its refurbished spaces draw guests outdoors and further into the landscape, while retaining the sense of seclusion and privacy that have long defined the lodge. Welcoming children aged 12 and older, Phinda Vlei is particularly suited to couples, milestone celebrations and families travelling with older children. Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:57:37 +0000 Hotel, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/on-behalf-of-h.e.-ahmed-al-khateeb-sta-ceo-officially-opens-inaugural-wtm-s/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/on-behalf-of-h.e.-ahmed-al-khateeb-sta-ceo-officially-opens-inaugural-wtm-s/ On behalf of H.E. Ahmed Al-Khateeb, Minister of Tourism, Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) CEO Ageel AlShaibani has officially opened the inaugural WTM Spotlight Riyadh, marking the launch of a new international meeting place for the travel and tourism industry as Saudi Arabia continues its transformation into one of the world’s most dynamic tourism markets under Vision 2030. Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:17:18 +0000 Events, Tourism https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-khalifa-university-strengthen-partnership-to-build-the-uaes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-khalifa-university-strengthen-partnership-to-build-the-uaes/ Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, and Khalifa University of Science and Technology, one of the region’s leading academic and research institutions, have successfully concluded their latest joint internship programme, marking another milestone in the two institutions’ shared commitment to Emirati talent and advancing the UAE’s aviation ambitions. Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:48:58 +0000 Airline, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uganda-airlines-becomes-first-african-carrier-to-deploy-amadeus-skyworks/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uganda-airlines-becomes-first-african-carrier-to-deploy-amadeus-skyworks/ Uganda Airlines has signed a new deal with travel technology provider Amadeus and become the first African carrier to deploy Amadeus SkyWORKS. The flight schedule development solution provides the flag-carrier with an integrated workbench, featuring powerful editing capabilities, real-time feasibility checking, and all the capabilities required for schedule reporting and distribution. The solution both increases efficiency and provides flexibility to schedule planning. Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:45:48 +0000 Airline, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tapestry-collection-by-hilton-arrives-in-uk-capital-with-london-bridge-hote/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tapestry-collection-by-hilton-arrives-in-uk-capital-with-london-bridge-hote/ Hilton today announces the signing of London Bridge Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, as part of a franchise agreement with Gama Holdings, marking the debut of the lifestyle brand in the UK capital and becoming Hilton’s ninth brand in London. Set beside London Bridge Station in one of the city’s most vibrant and well-connected districts, the 153-room hotel is expected to welcome guests in early 2028 after undergoing a more than £12 million transformation. Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:35:59 +0000 Hotel, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/royal-caribbean-executive-russell-benford-recognized-by-cmex/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/royal-caribbean-executive-russell-benford-recognized-by-cmex/ This week, the Caribbean Media Exchange (CMEx) highlights another distinguished leadership laureate who will be celebrated at the 2026 CMEx Leadership Awards and Fundraiser on Sunday, Dec. 6, 2026, at Loews Coral Gables Hotel in the Miami area. Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:32:02 +0000 Cruise, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-islands-posts-record-stayover-arrivals/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cayman-islands-posts-record-stayover-arrivals/ The Cayman Islands welcomed a record 333,747 stayover visitors in the first seven months of 2026, up 11% from the same period last year. July arrivals rose 10% to 45,053, marking the destination’s ninth consecutive month of growth. Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:27:47 +0000 Tourism https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/book-your-october-by-the-sea-etihad-flies-to-saudi-arabias-red-sea-coast-fr/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/book-your-october-by-the-sea-etihad-flies-to-saudi-arabias-red-sea-coast-fr/ Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will fly to Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast from 4 October 2026. The year-round service to Red Sea International Airport puts a new holiday destination on our map just over three hours from Abu Dhabi. Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:19:48 +0000 Airline, Tourism, Organisations & Operators