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• Airlines raise airfares as fuel costs surge amid Middle East conflict

  10-03-2026 13:13 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Australia’s Qantas Airways, Scandinavia’s Scandinavian Airlines (SAS), and Air New Zealand announced airfare increases on Tuesday, citing a sudden surge in jet fuel costs linked to the escalating conflict in the Middle East.The three carriers said the spike in energy prices had significantly increased operating costs, forcing them to pass some of the burden on to passengers through higher ticket prices. Airlines are particularly sensitive to fuel price swings because fuel typically a
  
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• AWESOME HAS LANDED! LEGO® GALAXY OFFICIALLY OPENS AT LEGOLAND® CALIFORNIA RESORT

  10-03-2026 13:11 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Mission accomplished! LEGOLAND® California Resort officially just launched a brand-new land into orbit: LEGO® Galaxy. This milestone marks one of the most ambitious expansions in the Park’s history and is part of Merlin Entertainments’ largest single in-park investment across its North American LEGOLAND Resorts, which includes the recent launch of LEGO Galaxy at LEGOLAND Florida Resort and last week’s debut at LEGOLAND California Resort.
  
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• VIDEOS: Trip.com

  10-03-2026 12:46 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Trip.com Group is one of the world’s leading online travel service providers, offering a comprehensive platform for booking flights, hotels, attractions, tours and ground transportation through its global digital ecosystem. Operating across more than 200 countries and regions, the company connects travellers with millions of travel products while supporting destinations and partners with technology, data insights and marketing tools to reach global audiences. Through brands including Trip.
  
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• Trip.com Expands Global Rail Vision at ITB Berlin 2026

  10-03-2026 12:41 via breakingtravelnews.com
  At ITB Berlin 2026, Trip.com Group highlighted its growing ambitions in the European rail sector, with Alvaro Ungurean, Commercial Director for Europe in the company’s International Train division, outlining how the global travel platform is working to simplify cross-border rail travel and integrate train services more seamlessly into the wider digital travel ecosystem.
  
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• Africa’s hotel development pipeline hits record high as East Africa leads in construction momentum

  10-03-2026 11:05 via breakingtravelnews.com
  The 2026 Hotel Chain Development Pipelines in Africa report by W Hospitality Group reveals a record 123,846 rooms across 675 hotels and resorts. This represents year-on-year growth of 18.6%, or 12.2% on a same-store basis.While the overall pipeline reflects strong continental expansion, the data show that development activity is increasingly concentrated in a small number of dominant markets. The top ten countries now account for 79% of total pipeline rooms and more than 75% of new signings, rei
  
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• Jet2holidays reaches 1,500 certified sustainable hotels milestone

  10-03-2026 11:02 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Jet2holidays has announced that 1,500 hotels in its collection are now classified as a ‘Certified Sustainable Hotel’, meaning that they meet an official standard for sustainable accommodation practices on ABTA’s list of hotel certification schemes.
  
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• Oscar®-nominated movies now playing on Delta

  10-03-2026 10:59 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Before the red carpet rolls out at the March 15 Oscars®, Delta customers can already be watching this year’s most talked-about nominated films, curated by the expert inhouse team behind Delta’s in-flight entertainment. With thousands of seatback screens and live satellite TV on select aircraft, customers can build their watchlist or even tune in to the awards live while flying.
  
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• Norwegian Group reports strong February passenger growth and load factors

  10-03-2026 10:43 via breakingtravelnews.com
  In February, the Norwegian Group had a total of 1.6 million passengers. Norwegian recorded 1.32 million, while Widerøe had 298,000. The month saw strong demand for this time of year, with capacity well-adjusted to meet market seasonality.
  
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• IndiGo becomes the first airline in India with over 1,000 women pilots

  10-03-2026 10:24 via breakingtravelnews.com
  IndiGo, India’s preferred airline, announced that it now has over 1,000 women pilots in its workforce, becoming the first and only airline in India to reach this milestone. At IndiGo, women pilots represent 17.5% of the total pilot workforce, which is more than thrice the global average. The airline is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, one that reflects the evolving aspirations of a new generation of women in aviation across India. With women representing over 45% of
  
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• 60% of travelers still prefer human trip planning over AI, new Civitatis survey finds

  10-03-2026 09:08 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Despite the rapid rise of generative AI tools in travel planning, 60% of travelers still prefer human-curated recommendations and verified information, according to a survey of more than 7,000 users conducted by Civitatis, a leading global marketplace for guided tours and excursions in Spanish and Portuguese.
  
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• JetBlue Reaffirms Commitment to South Florida Community

  10-03-2026 08:40 via breakingtravelnews.com
  JetBlue celebrated Women’s History Month by inspiring the next generation of aviators through its annual Fly Like a Girl event, held this year in Fort Lauderdale. Now in its 12th year, Fly Like a Girl is designed to spark early interest in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and aviation by providing the chance to learn from JetBlue’s female crewmembers, including pilots, technicians, engineers and leaders through interactive activities, conversations, aircraft de
  
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• Air Canada’s Fleet Transformation Takes Flight

  10-03-2026 08:37 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Air Canada has announced the first of its updated Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft has entered service at Air Canada Rouge, introducing the industry’s best leisure carrier experience. This marks the latest milestone in Rouge’s comprehensive cabin renewal program, focused on delivering a more comfortable, connected, and consistent onboard experience.
  
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• Alaska Airlines names three aviation veterans to leadership roles

  10-03-2026 08:34 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Alaska Airlines has named three airline veterans to regional leadership roles in support of our international growth, premium experience and global operations.
  
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• ALL-FEMALE CREWS FUEL NEXT GENERATION AMBITIONS AT QANTAS AND JETSTAR

  10-03-2026 08:29 via breakingtravelnews.com
  This week, more than 2,500 customers will fly on Jetstar and Qantas flights operated by all-female crews. To mark International Women’s Day, both airlines are also hosting hands-on career days for more than one hundred students, showcasing the wide-ranging career paths available in aviation. The focus is on helping the next generation chart their path from the classroom to the flight deck, hangar or operations centre.
  
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• Air Astana finalises order for 25 Airbus A320neo Family aircraft

  10-03-2026 08:26 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Air Astana Group, the leading airline group in Central Asia and the Caucasus regions by revenue and fleet size, has signed a firm order for 25 Airbus A320neo Family aircraft, the largest ever direct order by the group. The agreement was made on the 20th anniversary since Air Astana started operating its first A320 in 2006, and includes five A320neo and 20 A321neo aircraft.
  
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• Lufthansa Group increases operating profit by 20 percent and achieves historic highest revenue

  10-03-2026 08:24 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Carsten Spohr, Chairman of the Executive Board and CEO of Deutsche Lufthansa AG, says:“Exactly 100 years ago, the first Lufthansa was founded. The values of that time – quality, reliability, and connectivity – continue to make us successful today. Last year we were able to significantly increase the Group’s operating profit and achieved the highest revenue in our history. Our results demonstrate the resilience and stability of the Group. I would like to express my sincere
  
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• Ethiopian Airlines Marks International Women’s Day with All Women Functioned Flights

  10-03-2026 08:22 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Ethiopian Airlines Group, the largest airline group in Africa, marked International Women’s Day with all women functioned flights to eight destinations, highlighting the airline’s 8 decades in service.
  
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• JAL - New Brand Slogan: “Soaring Together”

  10-03-2026 08:17 via breakingtravelnews.com
  To align with the future society envisioned in the “JAL Group Management Vision 2035” announced today (March 2, 2026), the JAL Group has established a new corporate brand slogan: “Soaring Together.”
  
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• Qatar Airways Operates Limited Flight Schedule to and from Doha

  10-03-2026 08:14 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Qatar Airways scheduled flight operations remain temporarily suspended due to the closure of Qatari airspace. Qatar Airways will resume operations once the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority announces the safe full reopening of Qatari airspace by the relevant authorities.Following temporary authorisation from the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority confirming limited operating corridors, Qatar Airways intends to operate the following flight schedule in the coming days to support passengers who have been
  
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• Pika Aero and DGM France Win 2026 IATA CBTA Center Innovation Award

  10-03-2026 08:10 via breakingtravelnews.com
  The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Pika Aero and DGM France were each recognized as winners of this year’s IATA Competency-Based Training and Assessment Center (CBTA Center) Best Innovation Award.
  
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• Visit Maldives Strengthens Support Measures Amid Global Travel Disruptions

  07-03-2026 20:02 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC), in close coordination with national ministries and industry stakeholders, has launched a comprehensive response strategy to address the ongoing disruptions affecting the global aviation network. Recognizing the operational difficulties and anxiety caused by recent flight cancellations, Visit Maldives is prioritizing traveler safety and destination resilience through a series of proactive measures designed to support both international guests and local industry p
  
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• Etihad Airways to resume limited flight schedule

  07-03-2026 08:54 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Etihad Airways will resume a limited commercial flight schedule from 6 March 2026, operating between Abu Dhabi and a number of key destinations.Guests with previous bookings will be accommodated on these flights as soon as possible. Tickets are also available for sale on etihad.com.
  
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• Qatar Airways to Operate Limited Relief Corridor from Doha

  07-03-2026 08:52 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Qatar Airways scheduled flight operations remain temporarily suspended due to the closure of Qatari airspace. Qatar Airways will resume operations once the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority announces the safe full reopening of Qatari airspace by the relevant authorities. A further update will be provided on 8 March by 09:00 Doha time (06:00 UTC).
  Following temporary authorisation from the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority confirming a safe operating corridor, Qatar Airways intends to operate repatriat
  
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• World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards and World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance

  07-03-2026 08:44 via breakingtravelnews.com
  World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards and World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (the Alliance) have announced the next chapter of their partnership, launching a multi-year programme that brings together the Awards and the Alliance’s Summit into one landmark global platform for sustainable travel and tourism.
  
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• The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) Marks International Women’s Day

  07-03-2026 08:41 via breakingtravelnews.com
  On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA) celebrates Caribbean women who power the region’s tourism industry and calls on its members and industry partners to move from recognition to action.
  
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• Wizz Air UK obtains regulatory approval to operate flights to the United States

  07-03-2026 08:39 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Wizz Air UK proudly announces that it has officially received the necessary permits to operate flights between the United Kingdom and the United States.
  As communicated earlier, the airline has no intention or plans to launch regular commercial flights to the US, the new authorization represents a significant achievement and reflects months of preparation, regulatory coordination, and operational planning.
  
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• The timeless allure of the Amalfi Coast: defining the new standards of exclusive travel in Italy

  07-03-2026 08:32 via breakingtravelnews.com
  There is a specific kind of light that exists only along the 50-kilometer stretch of coastline in the Campania region of Italy. It is a light that reflects off the cobalt Tyrrhenian Sea and illuminates the pastel-hued villages clinging precariously to the Lattari Mountains. Since the days of the Roman Empire, when emperors and aristocrats sought refuge from the heat of the capital in their maritime villas, the Amalfi Coast has stood as the global archetype of the coastal retreat. However, in 202
  
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• Wedding Destinations: Anantara Curates Europe’s Most Romantic Wedding Destinations for 2026

  07-03-2026 08:28 via breakingtravelnews.com
  After the “yes” is joyfully spoken, most couples turn to the search for a setting worthy of the moment. Even better if that place honours their dream while giving those nearest and dearest a chance to connect and explore. To guide that journey, Anantara presents a collection of Europe’s most evocative destinations, where connection, culture and celebration come together in one well composed bouquet.
  
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• Ocean Riviera Paradise Awarded Prestigious AAA Four Diamond Certification

  07-03-2026 06:27 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Ocean Signature Resorts proudly announces that Ocean Riviera Paradise has been officially recognized with the esteemed AAA Four Diamond Certification. This distinguished accolade places the resort among a select group of North American hotels known for high-end amenities and meticulous service.
  
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• Epic Pass Lowers Prices for Gen Z to Make Hitting the Slopes Easier for Young Skiers & Snowboarders

  07-03-2026 06:25 via breakingtravelnews.com
  In a major step to shape the future of skiing and snowboarding, Vail Resorts is doubling down on accessibility with new pricing for Gen Z and young travelers. Skiers and riders, ages 13 to 30, can now purchase the 2026/27 Epic Pass and Epic Local Pass for 20% less than standard pricing. Teens and young adults can score up to $220 in savings, with Epic Pass launching at $869 and Epic Local Pass at $649. All Passes for next season are on sale now at the lowest price of the year.
  
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• Innisfree Hotels Announces Opening of The Landing, Pensacola Beach’s Newest Waterfront Event Venue

  07-03-2026 06:22 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Innisfree Hotels announces the grand opening this month of The Landing, Pensacola Beach’s new waterfront destination for celebrations, gatherings, destination entertaining, and community events. Featuring panoramic water views and access to a private stretch of beach, The Landing combines relaxed coastal charm with modern versatility to accommodate everything from weddings and milestone occasions to corporate functions and ticketed entertainment.
  
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• The Dyrt Publishes Seven Road Trip Guides That Span America

  07-03-2026 06:19 via breakingtravelnews.com
  The Dyrt, the app to get the best campsites, built by the largest RVing and camping community in the U.S., has created comprehensive road trip guides for some of the most iconic routes in the country — and the best campgrounds along those routes — from coast to coast.
  
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• #WeBelieveintheExtraordinary: Avianca Expands Florida Footprint Through Miami FC Sponsorship

  07-03-2026 06:15 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Avianca announced its official sponsorship with Miami FC, strengthening its presence in Miami and across South Florida while reinforcing its commitment to sports and the communities it connects.As part of the partnership, Avianca’s logo will appear on the team’s official jersey throughout the season, reinforcing the airline’s connection to one of the most dynamic and multicultural cities in the United States.
  
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• Seatrade Cruise Global debuts first-ever wellness oasis

  06-03-2026 16:16 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Seatrade Cruise Global has announced the debut of the first-ever Wellness Oasis — a new, dedicated hub designed to explore the future of wellness at sea through immersive programming, innovation and connection
  
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• Avora Residences Acquires Seven Seas Navigator, Announces Launch of Avora Lumina

  06-03-2026 13:12 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Avora Residences has acquired the Seven Seas Navigator from Regent Seven Seas Cruises, marking a meaningful expansion of the residential cruise category into a new premium tier. The vessel will debut in January 2028 as Avora Lumina, serving as the flagship of Avora’s residential platform designed specifically for long-term living at sea.
  
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• Now Open: 1 Hotel Tokyo—A Nature-Infused Urban Sanctuary

  06-03-2026 12:44 via breakingtravelnews.com
  1 Hotels, the mission-driven luxury lifestyle brand founded by hospitality visionary Barry Sternlicht, is proud to announce the official opening of 1 Hotel Tokyo, the brand’s first property in Japan. Now welcoming guests, the hotel is a sanctuary in the sky, set high within the Akasaka Trust Tower, offering sweeping views of the Imperial Palace gardens, Tokyo Tower, and the city skyline. The property brings 1 Hotels’ signature nature-led design, trailblazing food and beverage concept
  
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• War in Middle East Trigger Volatile Security Perception and Early Signs of Demand Diversion

  06-03-2026 12:13 via breakingtravelnews.com
  The escalation of the Middle East conflict has triggered diverse and sharp drops in travel security perception across Gulf destinations, prompting early signs of demand diversion among European and US travellers towards closer-to-home and long-haul alternatives, according to latest analysis of Mabrian (part of Almawave - Almaviva Group). US travellers are particularly sensitive to security concerns, while neighbouring destinations such as Egypt, Türkiye, and Jordan are feeling spillover eff
  
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• Breaking Travel News and Pacific Asia Travel Association announce new media partnership

  06-03-2026 12:11 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Breaking Travel News (BTN) has announced a new media partnership with the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), strengthening collaboration between two influential voices in the global travel and tourism sector.
  Under the agreement, Breaking Travel News will serve as a supporting media partner for two of the association’s flagship events in 2026: the PATA Annual Summit (PAS 2026) taking place from 11–13 May in Gyeongju City and Pohang City, Republic of Korea, and PATA Travel Mart (
  
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• A New Chapter at Sandals Dunn’s River

  06-03-2026 11:47 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Morning light drapes the hills of Ocho Rios in soft gold as Sandals Dunn’s River enters a confident new era. Recently reopened and already redefining luxury on Jamaica’s north coast, the resort marked a significant milestone with the official unveiling of the Louis Grant Conference Centre—an addition that honours legacy while looking firmly toward the future.
  
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• CELEBRITY CRUISES RELAUNCHES CELEBRITY SOLSTICE WITH EIGHT NEW EXPERIENCES

  06-03-2026 11:20 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Celebrity Cruises’ revitalized Celebrity Solstice set sail from Singapore on March 2, unveiling eight new experiences, including four spaces that are new to Celebrity – Trattoria Rossa, Sunset Park, The Parlor, and Boulevard Lounge – marking the beginning of the cruise line’s major revitalization of its Solstice Series ships. Bow-to-stern enhancements also include refreshed accommodations – with updates to all existing staterooms, plus an additional 54 staterooms an
  
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• Malaysia’s commitment to sustainable tourism

  04-03-2026 14:37 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Beneath the soaring ceilings and global buzz of this week’s ITB Berlin, Tourism Malaysia opened the doors to its national pavilion with a message that reached far beyond glossy brochures and bucket‑list imagery. In a world recalibrating its relationship with travel, Malaysia made its position clear: the future of tourism lies not in volume alone, but in purpose, balance and enduring value.
  
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• UK launches first repatriation flight from Oman as Middle East conflict disrupts air travel

  04-03-2026 14:35 via breakingtravelnews.com
  The UK government is preparing to operate its first repatriation flight for British nationals stranded in the Middle East as ongoing missile and drone attacks across the Gulf continue to disrupt air travel across the region.
  
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• SUNRATE and Repayd Join Hands to Power Global Payments

  04-03-2026 14:26 via breakingtravelnews.com
  SUNRATE, the global payment and treasury management platform, today announced a strategic partnership with Repayd, the specialist travel merchant account provider, at ITB Berlin 2026, the world’s largest travel trade show.The collaboration brings together SUNRATE’s global payment infrastructure and treasury capabilities with Repayd’s specialist expertise in travel payments to support the complex payment needs of international travel businesses.
  
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• Omio Group breaks boundaries, accelerating product innovation and market expansion

  04-03-2026 14:25 via breakingtravelnews.com
  At ITB Berlin 2026, the Omio Group outlined the next phase of its evolution as the leading global multimodal travel platform, levelling up across two fronts: transformative technology innovation and global audience scale. By integrating travel discovery, booking, and partner distribution into a single connected ecosystem, the Omio Group is positioned to redefine and elevate the end-to-end travel experience.
  
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• Landmark Census Confirms 426 Chimpanzees in Uganda’s Bwindi

  04-03-2026 13:57 via breakingtravelnews.com
  The 2025 Bwindi Chimpanzee Census has confirmed the presence of an estimated 426 chimpanzees widely distributed across Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, marking what officials describe as a major milestone in strengthening evidence based conservation in one of Africa’s most important protected landscapes.
  
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• Thailand presents ‘The New Thailand’ vision at ITB Berlin 2026

  04-03-2026 13:10 via breakingtravelnews.com
  The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is unveiling the Kingdom’s latest world-class positioning in Europe at ITB Berlin 2026, the 60th anniversary edition of the world’s largest and most influential travel trade fair, held from 3–5 March at Berlin ExpoCenter City. With ‘The New Thailand’ vision, TAT strengthens the country’s world-class destination status under the concept ‘Unforgettable Experience: Healing is the New Luxury’, spotlighting hidden
  
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• Indonesia Promotes #GoBeyondOrdinary at ITB Berlin 2026

  04-03-2026 13:03 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Indonesia, through the Ministry of Tourism, is promoting #GoBeyondOrdinary campaign as part of the Wonderful Indonesia participation at ITB Berlin 2026, the world’s largest and most prestigious business-to-business (B2B) tourism exhibition.
  
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• Aerospace Tech Week confirms partnership with ADS Group

  04-03-2026 13:02 via breakingtravelnews.com
  Aerospace Tech Week – the premier international exhibition and conference for aerospace technology – has today announced a partnership with UK trade association ADS Group as the event prepares to launch its inaugural UK edition.
  
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• US$12.5 trillion in Travel & Tourism Investment Drive to Shape G20 Competitiveness through 2035

  04-03-2026 13:00 via breakingtravelnews.com
  The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today reveals that US$12.5 trillion in projected Travel & Tourism investment across major economies will play a decisive role in shaping competitiveness and economic growth through to 2035.
  
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• Advice for British Travellers in Oman as Repatriation Flights Begin

  04-03-2026 11:29 via breakingtravelnews.com
  British travellers currently in Oman are being urged to remain calm and closely follow official guidance as arrangements are made to help people return to the UK. Julia Lo Bue-Said OBE, CEO of Advantage Travel Partnership, said the situation is understandably causing anxiety for those affected but stressed that following the correct procedures will be essential to ensure a safe and orderly return home.
  
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