https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/ en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-06-20T08:41:00+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/check-in.-drive-out-city-lodge-hotels-partners-with-avis-and-budget-to-tran/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/check-in.-drive-out-city-lodge-hotels-partners-with-avis-and-budget-to-tran/ At a time when rising costs and the demand for flexibility are reshaping how South Africans travel, City Lodge Hotels, Avis, and Budget have responded with a new partnership deal. Guests checking into easy online at www.citylodgehotels.com can now also enjoy 15% off Avis car rental and 10% off Budget car rental. From quick business trips to family getaways, travel plans just became even more affordable. Together, these brands are committed to simplifying the travel journey from end to end and delivering meaningful value to both business and leisure travellers. (Terms and conditions apply.) Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:36:43 +0000 Hotel, Tourism, Car Rental https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/luxury-travel-surges-for-soccer-fans-across-tournament-host-cities/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/luxury-travel-surges-for-soccer-fans-across-tournament-host-cities/ As this summer’s global soccer tournament has kicked off, attendees are locking in travel plans well ahead of their national team’s first round. New data from Blacklane, the global chauffeur service, shows host cities such as Dallas rising up the table to become a record-growth city for luxury mobility. In fact, these travel trends are indicating a clear sign of how fans, executives and hospitality groups are planning around the event: earlier, more intentionally and with reliability top of mind. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:47:54 +0000 Tourism, Organisations & Operators, Car Rental https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/latam-airlines-partners-with-meili-to-launch-direct-car-rental-booking-expe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/latam-airlines-partners-with-meili-to-launch-direct-car-rental-booking-expe/ Meili, the leading technology platform enabling direct ancillary distribution, has announced a strategic partnership with LATAM Airlines, the largest airline group in Latin America. The partnership marks a key milestone in Meili’s expansion across Latin America, strengthening its presence in one of the world’s fastest-growing travel markets. LATAM Airlines has selected Meili to enhance its car rental offering across all digital touchpoints. The partnership empowers car rental providers to distribute directly within LATAM’s ecosystem, eliminating third-party redirects and enabling greater control over customer experience, performance, and loyalty integration. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:12:53 +0000 Airline, Organisations & Operators, Car Rental https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caravan-finance-explained-a-practical-route-to-caravan-ownership/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caravan-finance-explained-a-practical-route-to-caravan-ownership/ For many people, owning a caravan represents the opportunity to enjoy more flexible holidays, explore different parts of the UK, and spend quality time away from the demands of everyday life. However, purchasing a caravan outright is not always practical, particularly when newer models can require a significant financial commitment. Fri, 29 May 2026 09:33:45 +0000 Car Rental https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/southwest-airlines-selects-cartrawler-to-power-enhanced-car-rental-experien/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/southwest-airlines-selects-cartrawler-to-power-enhanced-car-rental-experien/ CarTrawler, the leading B2B technology provider of car rental, ground transport and insurtech solutions to the global travel industry, has announced a new partnership with Southwest Airlines®, the largest domestic airline in the United States, that carried more than 134 million revenue passengers in 20251 and serves 122 destinations across the United States, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean. Southwest® has selected CarTrawler’s Connect Platform to power a modern car rental experience, replacing its previous in-house car rental platform with a more dynamic retail-led solution across Southwest’s digital channels. Thu, 28 May 2026 06:29:16 +0000 Airline, Organisations & Operators, Car Rental https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tbr-global-chauffeuring-makes-two-strategic-promotions-to-accelerate-us-gro/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tbr-global-chauffeuring-makes-two-strategic-promotions-to-accelerate-us-gro/ TBR Global Chauffeuring has promoted Graeme O’Donnell to global head of corporate and Michael Savage to director of global events Tue, 26 May 2026 12:24:13 +0000 Car Rental https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hudson-yards-names-blacklane-official-chauffeur-partner/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hudson-yards-names-blacklane-official-chauffeur-partner/ Blacklane, the global chauffeur service, today announced it has been named the Official Chauffeur Partner of Hudson Yards, New York City’s fastest-growing neighborhood and home to dozens of     shops and restaurants, industry-leading businesses and cultural institutions. Thu, 14 May 2026 14:21:15 +0000 Tourism, Organisations & Operators, Car Rental https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aeroplan-announces-new-partnership-with-hertz/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/aeroplan-announces-new-partnership-with-hertz/ Aeroplan, Canada’s leading travel loyalty program, has announced a new strategic partnership with Hertz, one of the world’s largest vehicle rental companies. This collaboration extends across Hertz, Dollar, and Thrifty, and is the latest example of Aeroplan’s commitment to expanding its partner ecosystem, providing members with more opportunities to earn rewards, unlock premium benefits, and accelerate their journey to Aeroplan Elite Status. Tue, 12 May 2026 05:52:54 +0000 Airline, Car Rental https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/maldives-set-to-host-asia-oceania-and-indian-ocean-tourism-leaders-for-land/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/maldives-set-to-host-asia-oceania-and-indian-ocean-tourism-leaders-for-land/ World Travel Awards (WTA) has announced that the paradise nation of the Maldives will host industry leaders from across Asia, Oceania and the Indian Ocean for a blockbuster VIP Gala Ceremony to celebrate the best in travel and tourism. The flagship event will take place at CROSSROADS Maldives on World Tourism Day, 27 September 2026. Thu, 07 May 2026 11:28:40 +0000 Airline, Hotel, Cruise, Events, Tourism, Organisations & Operators, Spa, Car Rental, Rail & Coach https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/costa-rica-tourism-2026-why-self-drive-is-outpacing-organized-tours/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/costa-rica-tourism-2026-why-self-drive-is-outpacing-organized-tours/ Costa Rica closed 2025 with 2.68 million international air arrivals. Growth of just 1%, against a global tourism industry that expanded 6.7% over the same twelve months. For a destination that has built its reputation on sustainable luxury and nature-based travel, the gap is bruising. Guatemala grew 10% in the same period. The Dominican Republic continued to break its own records. Colombia kept posting double-digit gains quarter after quarter. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:38:31 +0000 Car Rental