https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/ en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-09-09T13:40:57+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabias-international-leisure-tourism-set-to-grow-93-by-2030/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabias-international-leisure-tourism-set-to-grow-93-by-2030/ Saudi Arabia’s international leisure tourism is forecast to grow by 93% between 2025 and 2030, outpacing growth across the Middle East and globally, according to a new Tourism Economics report, Saudi Arabia: An Emerging Global Tourism Powerhouse, presented today at WTM Spotlight Riyadh. Wed, 09 Sep 2026 10:20:55 +0000 Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/centrum-air-takes-flight-from-hyderabad-launching-new-direct-connectivity-t/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/centrum-air-takes-flight-from-hyderabad-launching-new-direct-connectivity-t/ Centrum Air, Uzbekistan’s rapidly expanding airline, marked the launch of its Hyderabad–Tashkent services at an exclusive launch and networking evening held at The Leela, Hyderabad. Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:56:59 +0000 Airline, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/story-hospitality-appoints-jason-wischhoff-as-vice-president-of-development/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/story-hospitality-appoints-jason-wischhoff-as-vice-president-of-development/ Abu Dhabi-headquartered STORY Hospitality has appointed Jason Wischhoff as Vice President of Development, strengthening its senior leadership team as the hospitality group continues to pursue growth across international markets. Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:51:25 +0000 Hotel, Tourism, Organisations & Operators 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/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/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/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/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 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/swap-uk-winter-for-aussie-summer-qantas-launches-airfare-sale/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/swap-uk-winter-for-aussie-summer-qantas-launches-airfare-sale/ Qantas has today launched a two-week sale for UK customers, with return Economy fares from London to Australia starting from £939 and fares to Singapore from £629. Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:09:14 +0000 Airline, Tourism, Organisations & Operators