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• Oaks Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel launches sustainable F&B initiatives to reduce carbon emissions & waste

  22-06-2026 11:27 via breakingtravelnews.com
  
  The Oaks Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel Dubai has unveiled two sustainability initiatives that are helping to reduce the hotel’s carbon footprint, by minimising food waste, saving water and improving operational efficiency.Located adjacent to the Ibn Battuta Mall, the 411 room five-star property which is owned by Seven Tides International and operated by Minor Hotels, now sources its own produce locally at the Khawaneej Farm in Dubai. The initiative enhances the quality, freshness, and sustainabil
  
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• Chihuahua: Mexico’s state of burritos, margaritas and chilli

  22-06-2026 11:13 via breakingtravelnews.com
  
  Mexico has given the world some of its most recognisable culinary icons: tequila, tacos, guacamole and a gastronomic tradition recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Yet behind many of these flavours lies a northern Mexican state that has left a remarkable mark on international cuisine while remaining largely undiscovered by travellers: Chihuahua.
  
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• Forget South Beach: This Is the Miami Locals Actually Show Their Friends

  22-06-2026 10:54 via breakingtravelnews.com
  
  Ask someone who has actually lived in Miami for years where they take visiting friends, and South Beach rarely makes the list. The crowds, the markup on a mediocre mojito, and the parking hassle push locals toward neighborhoods that feel more like the city actually does, day to day. Rent a bike or book a rideshare for a half-day, head away from the Art Deco strip, and you will land in pockets of the city built around lush outdoor space, real food, and water that is not lined with rented beach ch
  
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• MANDARIN ORIENTAL INTRODUCES ITS NEW RESORT –  MANDARIN ORIENTAL PUNTA NEGRA, MALLORCA

  22-06-2026 09:54 via breakingtravelnews.com
  
  Mandarin Oriental is delighted to introduce Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra, Mallorca, welcoming its first guests this month. This exquisite transformation on the island’s coveted southwest coastline in Calvià is near the elegant Puerto Portals, an exclusive marina known for prestigious regattas, fine dining and luxury brands. This is the third property in Spain, following Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona and Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid. To celebrate the opening, the resort’s tea
  
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• ROBERT DE NIRO UNVEILS FIRST NOBU RESIDENCES IN EGYPT AS PART OF NOBU HOSPITALITY’S EXPANSION

  22-06-2026 09:44 via breakingtravelnews.com
  
  Nobu, the globally recognised luxury lifestyle brand, and leading Egyptian real estate developer SODIC welcomed international media, industry leaders and VIP guests to Nobu Hotel London Portman Square on 19 June. The event, hosted by SODIC General Manager Ayman Amer, and Nobu founders Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, alongside CEO Trevor Horwell offered guests an exclusive first look at Nobu Hotel and Nobu Residences North Coast, which will anchor SODIC’s visionary OGAMI development on Egypt
  
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• KERTEN HOSPITALITY EXPANDS AWARD-WINNING JOONTOS BRAND WITH OPENING IN KUWAIT

  22-06-2026 09:30 via breakingtravelnews.com
  
  Global lifestyle hospitality group, Kerten Hospitality, has announced the opening of Joontos at Ray Hotel by Cloud 7 in Mangaf, Kuwait, marking the next chapter in the growth of one of the Group’s most celebrated culinary concepts.Following the success of the original Joontos at Dar Tantora The House Hotel in AlUla, Saudi Arabia - which earned a prestigious Bib Gourmand distinction in the inaugural Michelin Guide Saudi Arabia 2025 - the new opening brings the brand’s philosophy of co
  
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• SUMMER TAKES ON A DIFFERENT RHYTHM AT OUR HABITAS ALULA

  22-06-2026 09:26 via breakingtravelnews.com
  
  This summer, Our Habitas AlUla invites travellers to experience a different kind of seasonal escape with A Summer Getaway, a thoughtfully curated offering designed to showcase the beauty of AlUla through connection, exploration and immersive desert experiences. Available from SAR 1,800 per night, the offer combines family-friendly experiences, wellbeing activities and outdoor adventures set against the dramatic backdrop of Ashar Valley.
  
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• Playa de Palma expands MICE offering with new Aubamar Convention Center

  22-06-2026 09:16 via breakingtravelnews.com
  
  The brand new 5* Aubamar Palma Resort has unveiled the Aubamar Convention Center in Playa de Palma, strengthening Mallorca’s growing appeal as a year-round destination for meetings, incentives, conferences and events.The newly built venue combines contemporary design with flexible event space and can accommodate up to 270 delegates in a theatre-style or a more intimate board meeting setting. Located less than ten minu
  
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• Groupe GM introduces Floral Street’s first-ever exclusive hotel line

  22-06-2026 09:08 via breakingtravelnews.com
  
  Groupe GM, the global leader in premium guest amenities, proudly announces the first-ever exclusive hotel line in partnership with the independent British fragrance brand Floral Street. Leveraging Groupe GM’s global hospitality expertise and Floral Street’s bold, fresh, and sustainability-driven spirit, this innovative hotel amenity line will create a memorable and uplifting experience.Redefining modern perfumery with authenticity and purpose
  
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• Business Travel Show Europe to return to London this week

  22-06-2026 09:01 via breakingtravelnews.com
  
  Business Travel Show Europe, the largest corporate travel event in the region, is returning to London this week with two jam-packed days of meetings, content and networking
  
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• HOTEL ETIQUETTE: BRITS SPILL THEIR DARK STAY SECRETS

  22-06-2026 08:18 via breakingtravelnews.com
  
  From breakfast buffet ‘jumpers’ to being rowdy in the hallways, Brits are lifting the lid on their hotel habits – and it turns out, we’re not always on our best behaviour.A new hotel etiquette study* commissioned by Hotels.com® reveals that while nearly 40% of us think hotel etiquette might be slipping, we still like to believe we’re doing our bit, with 90% of Brits convinced they’re the perfect house guest away from home.
  
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• GRAND MILLENNIUM HOTEL DUBAI INTRODUCES ZAYA: Dubai’s First Hotel AI Influencer

  22-06-2026 07:45 via breakingtravelnews.com
  
  Grand Millennium Hotel Dubai has made history as the first hotel in Dubai to launch its own AI influencer. Her name is Zaya, and she is unlike anything the city’s hospitality scene has seen before. Not a chatbot, not a virtual assistant, not an algorithm answering queries—Zaya is a fully realised AI persona whose sole purpose is to live, explore, and share the Grand Millennium Dubai experience with the world.
  
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• Gabriel Escarrer strengthens his digital leadership as one of the most influential business figures

  22-06-2026 07:41 via breakingtravelnews.com
  
  Gabriel Escarrer, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Meliá Hotels International, has been recognised as one of Spain’s most influential business leaders on LinkedIn, according to the recent study published by LinkedIn and Good Rebels on the activity of CEOs and chairmen of major companies on the professional network.The “2nd Study on the Culture of Connection: Chairmen and CEOs Leading the Conversation”, carried out by the Movimiento Nexo initiative, ranks Gabriel E
  
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• Hyatt Strengthens Italy Presence, Announces Three Openings

  22-06-2026 07:38 via breakingtravelnews.com
  
  Hyatt Hotels Corporation today reaffirmed its commitment to expanding its portfolio in Italy with three new hotel openings. The three planned hotels will add 428 rooms and suites in Italy, one of Europe’s most important travel markets where WTTC forecasts international visitor spending will reach an all-time high of €78 billion by 2035[1]. 
  Hyatt currently offers 170 hotels in Europe across 19 brands, including six hotels across five brands in Italy, with properties in Milan, Ven
  
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• Swedish debut for Hotel Indigo by IHG with latest signing in Stockholm

  22-06-2026 07:36 via breakingtravelnews.com
  
  IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces the signing of Hotel Indigo Stockholm – Kvarnholmen in Sweden. Developed by Kvarnholmen Utveckling (KUAB) - a joint venture between Peab and JM - the property will be leased and operated by 1912 Hotels under a franchise agreement with IHG. The signing marks the first Hotel Indigo in Sweden and strengthens IHG’s growing Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio across Northern Europe.
  
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• Ruby Makes Scandinavian Debut as Ruby Frida Opens in Sweden’s Capital

  22-06-2026 07:32 via breakingtravelnews.com
  
  Ruby opens Ruby Frida in Stockholm. It is the brand’s first property in Sweden and an electric new addition to its ever-growing global portfolio. Located in the vibrant Stockholm district of Kungsholmen near Fridhemsplan, inspired by the city’s influential music heritage and the creative spirit of the swinging sixties, the 187-room hotel introduces Ruby’s signature character-rich, design-led approach to one of Stockholm’s most connected and fast evolving areas. Ruby Frida
  
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• Hilton Partners with Big Brothers Big Sisters to Open Doors of Opportunity Across America

  22-06-2026 07:28 via breakingtravelnews.com
  
  Hilton has long believed travel can do more than take someone somewhere new: it can expand perspectives, build confidence and open doors to new experiences, opportunities and connections. For many young people, a first trip or new travel experience can change not only how they see the world, but how they see themselves in it. To help create more of those possibilities, Hilton and the Hilton Global Foundation today announced a new nationwide partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (B
  
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• Motto by Hilton Opens First Hotel in Brazil With the Debut of Motto by Hilton Recife Antigo

  22-06-2026 07:23 via breakingtravelnews.com
  
  Hilton, in partnership with REVPAR INCORPORTAÇÕES and MUV Empreendimentos and Atlantica Hospitality International, opened Motto by Hilton Recife Antigo, marking the debut of the lifestyle brand in Brazil. Designed for travelers seeking to immerse themselves in the heart of the destination, the 132-room property also represents Hilton’s entry into Recife, affectionately known as the “Venice of Brazil” for its picturesque canals, colorful colonial architecture, and
  
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• AIR INDIA EXPRESS LAUNCHES DIRECT FLIGHTS FROM NAVI MUMBAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO ABUDHABI

  22-06-2026 07:16 via breakingtravelnews.com
  
  Air India Express today announced the launch of direct flights between Navi Mumbai International Airport and Abu Dhabi, becoming the first airline to operate international services from Maharashtra’s newest airport. The new route provides travellers across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region with a second gateway to the UAE, enhancing accessibility, convenience, and travel choice.Flights will operate from 15 July 2026, with an initial frequency of two weekly services, scaling to three weekly fl
  
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• Shangri-La Group Debuts ‘Dragonbeat’ with Resounding Success

  22-06-2026 07:11 via breakingtravelnews.com
  
  Shangri-La Group (“Shangri-La” or the “Group”), title sponsor of the Shangri-La Stanley International Dragon Boat Championships, successfully presented its inaugural Dragon Boat Festival programme, Dragonbeat, yesterday at Stanley Main Beach. Blending sport, culture, gastronomy and entertainment, the programme featured the highly anticipated dragon boat races, the Shangri-La Taste of Hong Kong Food Fair, and the debut Dragonbeat After Party. Delivered through the Group&rs
  
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• Victoria Golf Resort & Spa, Managed by Accor Launches Summer 2026 Programme

  22-06-2026 07:07 via breakingtravelnews.com
  
  The Algarve is more accessible than ever, with direct flights from London, Manchester, Dublin and major European cities. United Airlines has also resumed its seasonal summer non-stop service between Newark and Faro, operating four times weekly and providing direct access to the region for North American travellers.Victoria Golf Resort & Spa, Managed by Accor is located just 30 minutes from Faro International Airport, in an exclusive area of Vilamoura overlooking The Els Club Vilamoura golf c
  
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• EL AL Launches EL AL Travel – A New Travel Platform

  22-06-2026 06:59 via breakingtravelnews.com
  
  Through the new travel platform, EL AL customers can book hotels outside of Israel, redeem Points for hotel bookings, and earn Matmid Points and Diamonds with every purchase.
  The new platform is part of a broader initiative designed to support EL AL customers throughout their entire journey – from the flight, to accommodation, and soon, to attractions around the world.EL AL is launching EL AL Travel – a new digital platform on the EL AL website for booking hotels outside of Israel. T
  
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