https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/ en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-08-16T06:23:00+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qixi-fest-2026-celebrates-singapores-food-heritage/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qixi-fest-2026-celebrates-singapores-food-heritage/ Qixi Fest 2026 (七夕乞巧嘉年华), Singapore’s largest contemporary celebration of the Qixi Festival, returns to Kreta Ayer Square in Chinatown for two weekends from August 15 to 23, 2026, inviting visitors to rediscover the people, traditions, and craftsmanship behind the flavours that have shaped Singapore’s rich culinary history. Organised by Bridging Generations, a Singapore-based heritage and experience design social enterprise, and supported by the Singapore Tourism Board (STB), the fourth edition of Qixi Fest is themed “匠味传愿 Crafting Flavours That Inspire” in celebration of the artisans and culinary practitioners who have preserved Singapore’s food traditions across generations, from Nanyang kopi brewing to Chinese culinary mastery. Sun, 16 Aug 2026 07:24:46 +0000 Events, Tourism, Food & Beverage https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyhotel-reveals-its-first-ever-afternoon-tea-swapping-scones-for-sausage/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyhotel-reveals-its-first-ever-afternoon-tea-swapping-scones-for-sausage/ easyHotel, the great-value hotel brand has revealed its first-ever afternoon tea, swapping cucumber sandwiches and scones for sausage rolls, Party Rings and a proper cup of builders’ tea. Created to celebrate National Afternoon Tea Week, from 10 to 16 August, the playful British spread will be served free to guests staying at easyHotel London Shoreditch. But guests will need to be quick: only ten afternoon tea sets are available across the entire week, served between 12pm and 3pm on a first come, first served basis. Sat, 15 Aug 2026 05:41:05 +0000 Hotel, Organisations & Operators, Food & Beverage https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bar-sathorn-rises-to-no.17-on-asias-50-best-bars-2026/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bar-sathorn-rises-to-no.17-on-asias-50-best-bars-2026/ W Bangkok, the playful haven of art and design in the heart of the Thai capital, is celebrating after Bar Sathorn, its stylish cocktail bar, was ranked No.17 on Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2026 and honored with the prestigious Nikka Highest Climber Award. This marks the second consecutive year that Bar Sathorn has earned a place on this prestigious annual list, rising from its debut ranking of 48 in 2025. The achievement reflects the bar’s ongoing commitment to reimagining Bangkok’s social scene with creative mixology, art led interiors, and an upbeat vibe, while demonstrating its determination to continue striving for excellence in the years ahead. Sat, 15 Aug 2026 05:23:29 +0000 Hotel, Organisations & Operators, Food & Beverage https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/in-the-footsteps-of-anthony-bourdain-the-worlds-must-visit-foodie-spots/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/in-the-footsteps-of-anthony-bourdain-the-worlds-must-visit-foodie-spots/ Anthony Bourdain spent a lifetime eating his way around the world, seeking out the dishes, restaurants and local institutions that made a destination unforgettable. With the new film Tony arriving this week, we’ve rounded up the must-visit spots that earned the original rebellious chef’s seal of approval. From Houston to Hungary, these are the places serving up bold flavours, local character and the kind of meals worth travelling for. Fri, 14 Aug 2026 06:53:45 +0000 Tourism, Food & Beverage https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-airbnb-data-reveals-rise-of-culinary-travel-in-indonesia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-airbnb-data-reveals-rise-of-culinary-travel-in-indonesia/ For many travelers, exploring local culinary traditions is the trip itself. New Airbnb data highlights the popularity of culinary Experiences across Indonesia, with both domestic and international travelers seeking out food-led activities for a more authentic taste of the culture. Fri, 14 Aug 2026 06:47:31 +0000 Tourism, Organisations & Operators, Food & Beverage https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ensana-aquahouse-becomes-the-first-hotel-in-varna-to-be-listed-in-the-miche/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ensana-aquahouse-becomes-the-first-hotel-in-varna-to-be-listed-in-the-miche/ The Ensana Aquahouse in the Bulgarian spa town of St. Constantine and Helena has become the first hotel in the Greater Varna area to be recommended by the prestigious Michelin Guide. The recognition highlights the five-star resort’s unique combination of contemporary luxury, a holistic health and wellness concept based on natural resources, and its beachfront location on the Black Sea. The listing marks a significant milestone for both Ensana and the city, which has developed into one of Southeast Europe’s leading year-round travel destinations in recent years. Fri, 14 Aug 2026 06:34:30 +0000 Hotel, Organisations & Operators, Food & Beverage https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/paris-has-europes-best-michelin-starred-restaurant-scene/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/paris-has-europes-best-michelin-starred-restaurant-scene/ Paris has been found to have the highest concentration of Michelin-starred restaurants of any city in a new study measuring how much visitors can see, do and experience within walking distance of their hotel, yet the city finished only fourth overall once neighbourhood quality was taken into account. Fri, 14 Aug 2026 06:29:54 +0000 Hotel, Tourism, Organisations & Operators, Food & Beverage https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/barcelonas-hidden-food-rituals-from-breakfast-to-late-night-dining/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/barcelonas-hidden-food-rituals-from-breakfast-to-late-night-dining/ Barcelona placed fifth in Time Out’s Best Cities for Food 2026, with 82% of residents rating the city’s food scene for quality and the panel singling out its neighbourhood markets and Catalan traditions. What the ranking understates is how much of that reputation rests on ritual rather than restaurants. As experimental as the city’s food scene has become, it’s equally committed to protecting local customs. This is evident in both the menus and the dining rituals that surround them. Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:25:21 +0000 Tourism, Food & Beverage https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/an-off-menu-adventure-in-the-maldives/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/an-off-menu-adventure-in-the-maldives/ This September, The Marina @ CROSSROADS will take centre stage, anchoring CROSSROADS Maldives’ standing as the Indian Ocean’s premier culinary hub, with the region’s most diverse collection of restaurants and bars in one oceanfront destination. Building on this momentum, SunRay Maldives will officially debut as a new oceanfront day club, bringing together relaxed daytime gatherings, playful programming and sunset socialising. Located just a 15-minute complimentary boat ride from Malé, The Marina brings together world-class dining, vibrant entertainment and all-day lifestyle experiences in an accessible setting that blends seamlessly with its natural surroundings. Tue, 11 Aug 2026 07:54:54 +0000 Hotel, Events, Organisations & Operators, Food & Beverage https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/royal-hideaway-corales-resort-tenerife-launches-first-inspirational-chef-st/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/royal-hideaway-corales-resort-tenerife-launches-first-inspirational-chef-st/ This winter, Royal Hideaway Corales Resort in Tenerife will launch the first edition of Inspirational Chef Stories, running from 28th & 29th November 2026. Albert Adrià of two-Michelin-starred Enigma in Barcelona will join resident chefs Juan Carlos and Jonathan Padrón for an astronomy-themed six-hands menu collaboration at the resort’s two-Michelin-starred, three-Repsol-Sun El Rincón de Juan Carlos. Thu, 06 Aug 2026 06:31:30 +0000 Hotel, Events, Food & Beverage