https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/ en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-10-25T06:00:52+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/experience-the-magic-of-christmas-new-year-in-st.-louis/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/experience-the-magic-of-christmas-new-year-in-st.-louis/ From sparkling light displays and outdoor ice skating to festive dining, Christmas shopping and spectacular New Year celebrations, St. Louis, Missouri, comes alive during the holiday season. Home to an impressive array of free attractions, including the Saint Louis Zoo, Saint Louis Art Museum and Missouri History Museum, the city offers an affordable festive escape for families, couples and friends alike. Whether visitors are looking for magical winter experiences, seasonal entertainment or a festive city break, St. Louis offers plenty of ways to celebrate Christmas and welcome 2027. Sun, 25 Oct 2026 05:49:22 +0000 Events, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/melia-chiang-mai-serves-up-a-smorgasbord-of-spa-treatments-with-wellness-sp/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/melia-chiang-mai-serves-up-a-smorgasbord-of-spa-treatments-with-wellness-sp/ Forget the all-you-can-eat buffet. Meliá Chiang Mai has unveiled a different kind of indulgence, beckoning spa-goers to feast on a selection of massages and treatments as part of its new Wellness Spa Buffet at YHI Spa. The wellness journey allows guests to mix and match treatments from a selection of seven popular therapies to create their own 120-minute spa experience, priced at THB 2,600 net per person and available until December 31, 2026 from 10am-10pm. Sun, 25 Oct 2026 05:39:38 +0000 Hotel, Events, Spa https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-is-growing-the-choices-made-now-will-shape-its-future/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-is-growing-the-choices-made-now-will-shape-its-future/ Global tourism is entering a new era of strategic choices. The industry is still generating economic growth, but geopolitical instability, climate pressures, investment challenges and technological disruption are testing its long-term competitiveness. The numbers reveal a paradox. According to the World Economic Forum’s Travel & Tourism Development Index 2026, 92% of the 110 economies assessed have improved their conditions for tourism development since 2024. The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) forecasts a US$12 trillion contribution to the global economy in 2026, supporting around 376 million jobs. Sun, 25 Oct 2026 05:30:54 +0000 Events, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-palm-beaches-are-having-a-moment-discover-whats-new-in-2027/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-palm-beaches-are-having-a-moment-discover-whats-new-in-2027/ The Palm Beaches continue to build on their momentum, giving visitors fresh reasons to return and new experiences to discover with every visit. After welcoming 6.09 million visitors in the first half of 2026, up 6.4% from 2025, The Palm Beaches are building on this success with a pipeline of approximately $500 million in developments set to further strengthen the tourism economy. Across 39 cities and towns, the next wave of openings and experiences is taking shape, making the destination an even more compelling place to visit in the year ahead. Sat, 24 Oct 2026 07:12:06 +0000 Hotel, Events, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/save-up-to-20-on-bangkokkuala-lumpur-with-vietjet-thailand-tourism-malaysia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/save-up-to-20-on-bangkokkuala-lumpur-with-vietjet-thailand-tourism-malaysia/ Vietjet Thailand is strengthening its presence in ASEAN’s short-haul travel market through collaboration with Tourism Malaysia to support and promote the ‘Visit Malaysia 2026–2027’ campaign, with the aim of encouraging greater travel connectivity and increasing Thai visitor arrivals to Malaysia. The partnership aims to encourage Thai travellers to visit Malaysia during the year-end peak travel season, expand travel options to one of their most popular destinations, and support tourism growth between the two countries. Sat, 24 Oct 2026 07:05:28 +0000 Airline, Events, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tickitto-collaborates-with-google-on-live-event-discovery/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tickitto-collaborates-with-google-on-live-event-discovery/ Tickitto, the API platform that powers live-event sales for travel and technology companies, today announced they have teamed up with Google to place Tickitto’s live-event inventory in the Events section of relevant Google listings, putting concerts, sports, theatre and local experiences in front of people the moment they search. Sat, 24 Oct 2026 07:04:36 +0000 Events, Technology, AI, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/renowned-sound-healer-rings-in-changes-on-koh-samui/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/renowned-sound-healer-rings-in-changes-on-koh-samui/ International Sound Therapist Svetlana Kaivalya brings her transformative talents to Banyan Tree Samui on Nov. 8 for a New Moon Sound Healing Ceremony, adding an extra dimension to the resort’s existing classes and wellbeing philosophy. Sat, 24 Oct 2026 06:46:57 +0000 Hotel, Events, Organisations & Operators, Spa https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/melia-pattaya-hotel-unveils-dens-new-premium-izakaya-concept/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/melia-pattaya-hotel-unveils-dens-new-premium-izakaya-concept/ Meliá Pattaya Hotel is introducing a new chapter in its culinary offering with the transformation of DEN restaurant into a modern premium izakaya specialising in Japanese grilling and sharing plates. The new concept will be launched with an exclusive four-course dinner paired with premium sake selections on Friday, October 30, 2026. Steeped in Japan’s traditional izakaya culture, DEN takes inspiration from the country’s informal pubs where people gather over drinks and small dishes designed for sharing, offering premium Japanese grilling and beverages amid an atmosphere that pays homage to Tokyo after dark. Fri, 23 Oct 2026 10:29:02 +0000 Hotel, Events, Organisations & Operators, Food & Beverage https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-canada-app-named-best-airline-app-at-2026-world-aviation-festival/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-canada-app-named-best-airline-app-at-2026-world-aviation-festival/ Air Canada’s mobile app has been named Best Airline App at the 2026 World Aviation Festival in Lisbon, winning the Battle of the Airline Apps. A panel of industry judges compared three airline finalists and rated Air Canada’s app the best. The judges highlighted the app’s ability to bring together the full travel journey in a single experience, helping customers move seamlessly from booking to arrival with personalised, contextual information throughout their trip. Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:08:50 +0000 Airline, Events, Technology, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/century-cruises-to-host-agents-on-new-ship-at-riverview-2027/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/century-cruises-to-host-agents-on-new-ship-at-riverview-2027/ Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced that Century Cruises’ new river ship, Century Star, will be available to tour at the RiverView 2027 conference. The ship will feature as part of the new ‘Lite’ programme in Vienna on March 6, when agents will be welcomed onboard for informal visits. Delegates will have the opportunity to explore the ship, meet the onboard team, and enjoy drinks and light refreshments. Fri, 23 Oct 2026 07:29:06 +0000 Cruise, Events, Organisations & Operators