https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/ en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-10-19T13:53:13+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/home-for-the-holidays-emirates-to-scale-up-flights-to-durban-for-festive-se/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/home-for-the-holidays-emirates-to-scale-up-flights-to-durban-for-festive-se/ Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is adding 14 flights between Dubai and Durban across December 2026 and January 2027, giving customers more opportunities to travel during the busy festive season. Whether heading home to celebrate with family and friends, escaping the Northern Hemisphere’s winter for South Africa’s balmy summer, or making the most of the year-end break to explore somewhere new, the additional frequencies will offer more choice and connectivity during one of the busiest travel periods of the year. Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:18:39 +0000 Airline, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cmex-to-honor-jennifer-griffith-for-leadership-in-jamaican-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cmex-to-honor-jennifer-griffith-for-leadership-in-jamaican-tourism/ Jennifer Griffith’s contributions to Jamaican tourism span long-term destination planning, investment in the sector’s development and retirement security for its workers. This December, the Caribbean Media Exchange (CMEx) will recognize that record of public service at its 2026 Leadership Awards and Fundraiser. Griffith, permanent secretary in Jamaica’s Ministry of Tourism, will be honored on Sunday, Dec. 6, at Loews Coral Gables Hotel in South Florida, alongside fellow leaders whose work has advanced tourism, media and community development across the Caribbean. Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:44:57 +0000 Events, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wtm-londons-ministers-summit-marks-20-years-of-global-tourism-leadership/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wtm-londons-ministers-summit-marks-20-years-of-global-tourism-leadership/ World Travel Market London will mark the 20th anniversary of its prestigious Ministers’ Summit this November, bringing together around 50 tourism ministers alongside global industry leaders to strengthen resilience, drive regeneration and set a shared direction for collective action. Taking place on Wednesday 4 November, the Summit is organised by WTM London, powered by RX, in association with UN Tourism and the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC). The milestone edition will explore how governments and the tourism industry can work together to build a more resilient and regenerative future for the sector. Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:23:01 +0000 Events, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/pilsner-urquell-retains-title-as-europes-leading-beer-tour-visitor-experien/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/pilsner-urquell-retains-title-as-europes-leading-beer-tour-visitor-experien/ Pilsner Urquell: The Original Beer Experience (TOBE) announces its win as Europe’s Leading Beer Tour Visitor Experience at the World Travel Awards 2026, retaining the title for the second year and confirming its place among the continent’s most celebrated drinks attractions. Set on Wenceslas Square in the centre of Prague, TOBE is dedicated to the story of the world’s first golden lager. Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:20:54 +0000 Events, Tourism, Organisations & Operators, Food & Beverage https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/madame-tussauds-singapore-and-makemytrip-bring-the-icons-of-india-to-life-t/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/madame-tussauds-singapore-and-makemytrip-bring-the-icons-of-india-to-life-t/ This Diwali, Madame Tussauds Singapore and MakeMyTrip invite visitors to celebrate the Festival of Lights with Icons of India, a limited period experience. As partners, the two brands spotlight the enduring global appeal of Indian cinema, celebrating its glamour, energy and cultural influence while creating new ways for audiences to connect with their favourite stars. Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:04:21 +0000 Events, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sri-lanka-tourism-targets-uk-winter-travellers-with-new-british-airways-rou/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sri-lanka-tourism-targets-uk-winter-travellers-with-new-british-airways-rou/ Sri Lanka is opening up greater direct access from the UK this winter with the launch of a new British Airways service between London Gatwick and Colombo. The new seasonal route begins on 23 October and will operate three times a week throughout the 2026/27 winter season, giving British holidaymakers a new direct option for reaching Sri Lanka during one of its key travel periods. Mon, 19 Oct 2026 07:07:53 +0000 Airline, Tourism https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/arizona-office-of-tourism-partners-with-hays-travel-on-new-podcast-led-camp/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/arizona-office-of-tourism-partners-with-hays-travel-on-new-podcast-led-camp/ The Arizona Office of Tourism has launched Wonders of Arizona, a seven-part documentary podcast produced by Armchair Productions that pairs an immersive travel-agent training tool with a new, bookable UK holiday through Hays Travel. Mon, 19 Oct 2026 06:55:59 +0000 Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/more-than-367000-uk-passports-set-to-expire-before-year-end/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/more-than-367000-uk-passports-set-to-expire-before-year-end/ Wizz Air is urging UK holidaymakers to check their passports ahead of the October half term getaway, as new data obtained by the airline reveals more than 135,000 British adult passports are due to expire this month. Figures obtained by Wizz Air from HM Passport Office through a Freedom of Information request show 135,006 adult passports are due to expire in October, followed by 125,405 in November and 106,768 in December, bringing the total for the final three months of 2026 to 367,179. Mon, 19 Oct 2026 05:33:52 +0000 Airline, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/from-carnival-to-the-world-cup-brazil-arrives-in-london-for-wtm-london-2026/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/from-carnival-to-the-world-cup-brazil-arrives-in-london-for-wtm-london-2026/ Brazil arrives at WTM London 2026 to demonstrate that travelling through the country goes far beyond visiting destinations; it is about immersing oneself in stories, sharing in celebrations, and discovering a place where culture is lived out in every encounter. At a time of growing British interest in the country, Brazil is showcasing a distinctive approach to tourism - one that weaves together the energy of Carnival, a passion for football, and the authenticity of local experiences, inviting visitors to see Brazil through fresh lens. From November 3rd to 5th 2026, two international campaigns will translate this “Brazilian spirit” into experiences and narratives designed to bring the British public closer to Brazil’s rich diversity. Mon, 19 Oct 2026 05:30:44 +0000 Events, Tourism, Organisations & Operators https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/escape-to-the-hajar-mountains-as-nomad-sharjah-retreat-reopens-for-the-seas/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/escape-to-the-hajar-mountains-as-nomad-sharjah-retreat-reopens-for-the-seas/ As temperatures begin to cool across the UAE, Nomad Sharjah Retreat reopens for the season on 15 October, inviting guests to swap the city’s bustle for crisp mountain mornings, open skies and unforgettable outdoor experiences. Tucked away in a secluded valley in Kalba, on Sharjah’s scenic east coast, the retreat offers an idyllic setting to slow down, reconnect with nature and make the most of the country’s beautiful winter months. Mon, 19 Oct 2026 05:21:14 +0000 Tourism, Organisations & Operators